The Etón FR500 is a compact unit that you can toss in your rucksack and take anywhere. It functions as an AM, FM, and shortwave shortwave radio with NOAA weatherband. It also has a flashlight, an emergency beacon, and an emergency siren and can be used to charge your cell phone or MP3 player. Powered by hand-crank, solar panels, battery or AC adapter.
General characteristics
- HAM bands
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- Frequency stability
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- Tuning steps
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- Memories
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Receiver
- RX-range
- MW: 520-1800 kHz
SW: 5.66-12.62 MHz FM: 85-110 MHz
WX: 162.400-162.55 MHz - Modulations
- AM W-FM CW SSB
- Sensitivity
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- Selectivity
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- Filters
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- Receiver system
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- IF-frequencies
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- Image rejection
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- Audio output
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Connections
- Antenna
- Built-in ferrite bar + Built-in telescopic
- Impedance
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- Other
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Electrical
- Power requirements
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- Current drain RX
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- TX
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Physical
- Dimensions (w×h×d)
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- Weight
- 860 gr (1.9 lbs)
- Form factor
- Portable
- Manufactured
- Between 2009 and 200x
Other features
- Usage
- Amateur / Ham radio operators
- Features + options
- Flashlight
Emergency beacon
Emergency siren
Hand-crank + Solar powered - Accessories
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- RigReference ID
- 5554
- MPN
- ETÓN-FR000500
Manuals, diagrams and brochures
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New and second-hand prices
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Based on historic price data, today's estimated value of the Etón FR500 in Good condition is around:
- USD 86
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