XHDATA D608WB

Contents

XHDATA D608WB Emergency Crank Solar Radio User Manual

Model: D608WB | Brand: XHDATA

1. Introduction

The XHDATA D608WB is a versatile emergency radio designed for reliability and convenience in various situations. It features FM/AM/SW/NOAA weather band reception, Bluetooth connectivity, MP3 playback via TF card, a powerful LED flashlight, and a 3000mAh power bank for charging mobile devices. With multiple power options including hand-crank, solar panel, and USB charging, this radio is an essential tool for emergencies, outdoor activities, and everyday use.

XHDATA D608WB radio with phone charging, hand crank, and solar panel
XHDATA D608WB Emergency Radio with its various features.
Iconographic list of radio features
Key features of the D608WB radio: Flashlight, Bluetooth 5.0, Auto Frequency Search (ATS), Radio, 500 Memory Stations, SOS Alarm, TF card support, Alarm Clock, Solar Panels, MP3 Player, NOAA Scan Alert, Earphone Jack.

2. Product Overview

2.1 Controls and Ports

Front view of the XHDATA D608WB radio
Front view of the XHDATA D608WB radio.
Side view of the XHDATA D608WB radio showing TF card slot, Type-C input, earphone jack, and USB output.
Side view showing TF Card Jack, Type-C Input, Earphone Jack, USB Jack, and Lanyard.
Back view of the XHDATA D608WB radio showing the hand-crank generator.
Back view showing the Hand Crank Generator Rocker Arm.

Refer to the diagram below for a visual guide to the radio's controls and ports:

Diagram of XHDATA D608WB radio controls and ports
Detailed diagram of the radio's controls and ports.
  • TORCH/SOS: Flashlight activation / Danger Signal.
  • LOCK/LAMP: Keyboard lock / Lighting switch.
  • CHARGE: Charging indicator light.
  • MIC: Cell phone call pickup hole.
  • V-/V+ (VOLUME): Short press to manually adjust volume; long press for automatic volume adjustment.
  • M: Switches between Bluetooth playback / TF card playback mode; saves alarm mode; turns alarm on/off; adjusts alarm time/duration.
  • BAND: Radio band conversion (FM/MW/SW/WB); adjusts FM and MW receiving frequency range.
  • ALERT/DISPLAY: Activates American weather warning (WB) automatic standby mode; short press to switch display content.
  • << / >> (Previous/Next): Previous/next song (Bluetooth/TF card); in radio mode, manually store/delete radio stations.
  • VM/VF (SCAN): Previous/next song (Bluetooth/TF card); in radio state, short press to switch between manual frequency search (VF) and memory frequency recall (VM); press and hold to enter radio station browsing mode.
  • Play/Pause /ATS: Play/pause key (wireless call key); long press in radio mode automatically searches for and remembers radio stations (ATS); double-click in shortwave band to automatically scan current meter wave.
  • RESET: Reset switch hole.
  • TF CARD JACK: Slot for TF memory card.
  • TYPE-C JACK (DC 5V IN): Power input for charging.
  • EARPHONE JACK: 3.5mm audio output.
  • USB JACK (DC 5V OUT): Power output for charging external devices.
  • LANYARD: Attachment point for a wrist strap.
  • FM Antenna: Extendable antenna for FM reception.
  • Solar Panels: For solar charging.
  • Hand Crank Generator Rocker Arm: For manual power generation.
  • Bass Vibration Plate Air Outlet: Speaker outlet.
  • Lighting Luminous Panel: Reading lamp.

2.2 Display Icons

The display provides visual feedback on the radio's status and settings:

  • Power Display: Indicates low battery or full battery.
  • Sleep Shutdown: Indicates sleep timer is active.
  • ALERT WB band standby automatic scanning: NOAA weather alert scanning status.
  • Alarm clock icon: Indicates alarm is set.
  • Lock keyboard icon: Indicates keyboard is locked.
  • Battery charging indicator: Shows charging status.
  • Mobile phone call alert symbol: Indicates an incoming call via Bluetooth.
  • Radio signal field strength: Visual representation of signal strength.
  • VOL: Volume level.
  • MB: SW short wave meter wave display.
  • AL: Alarm time display icon.
  • MEM: Memory station number display icon.
  • RSSI: Radio signal strength.
  • S/N: Radio signal-to-noise ratio scale value.
  • °C/°F: Temperature display (Celsius/Fahrenheit).
  • FM stereo: Indicates FM stereo reception.
  • BT: Bluetooth function symbol.
  • TF card icon: Indicates TF card is inserted.
  • TF plays single loop: Indicates TF card playback is set to single loop.
  • DC5V output mobile phone emergency charging: Indicates power bank function is active.

3. Setup

3.1 Battery Installation

The machine is powered by a 3.7V (18650) rechargeable lithium battery. Ensure correct polarity when installing the battery into the battery compartment.

Image showing the 18650 battery compartment of the XHDATA D608WB radio.
Install the 18650 battery into the compartment.

3.2 Initial Power On/Off

  • Power On: Short press the power button. The display will show "ON".
  • Power Off: Short press the power button. The display will show "OFF".

4. Operating Instructions

4.1 Radio Operation

The following operations should be set while the radio is in the shutdown state.

4.1.1 Set Frequency Coverage

Different countries have varying medium wave and FM frequency coverage. Adjust settings according to your region:

  • FM Frequency Range Setting: Long press the (BAND) button, then short press to cycle through FM receiving frequency ranges (64, 76, 87, 87.5). This indicates coverage such as 64-108MHz, 76-108MHz, 87-108MHz, and 87.5-108MHz.
  • For 64-108MHz / 76-108MHz / 87-108MHz FM: The MW frequency range is automatically set to 522-1620KHz (9K) (for Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania). Temperature will display in Celsius (°C).
  • For 87.5-108MHz FM: The MW frequency range is automatically set to 520-1710KHz (10K) (for North and South America). Temperature will display in Fahrenheit (°F).

4.1.2 Select Band

  • Short press the (BAND) key to switch between FM, MW, SW, and WB bands.
  • To switch to a shortwave meter band: Press and hold the (BAND) button in the shortwave band until the meter band icon flashes, then use the tuning shuttle to select the desired meter band.
XHDATA D608WB radio showing different radio bands (WB, SW, FM, MW) with an antenna extended.
Frequency Range Switching for FM, SW, and WB bands.

4.1.3 Optimize Reception

  • When receiving FM and shortwave, extend and rotate the whip antenna for best reception.
  • For MW (AM) and LW, rotate the radio's body for optimal reception sensitivity.

4.1.4 Search Radio Frequency

  • Manual Scan (VF): Short press the (VF) key, then turn the tuning knob slowly or quickly.
  • Automatic Browse (VF): Long press the (SCAN) button. The radio will stop for 15 seconds when a station is found. Short press (SCAN) to stop searching and listen, or it will continue scanning.
  • Fully Automatic Scan and Store (ATS): Long press the (ATS) key to automatically scan and store all radio stations in the current band.
  • Shortwave Meter Band Automatic Search: Double-click the (ATS) key in shortwave receiving state to enter current meter band scanning memory mode.

Tip: Radio signals are affected by factors like weather, environment, and interference. Update ATS memory frequently for best performance.

4.1.5 Store Radio Stations

  • Manual Storage:
    1. Manually search for the desired station (VF).
    2. Select the appropriate band.
    3. Rotate (TUNING) to select the frequency.
    4. Short press the (MEMORY) button; the station number will flash.
    5. Short press (MEMORY) again to confirm storage.

4.1.6 Recall Stored Radio Stations (VM)

  • Manual Recall: After searching, short press the (VM) key to enter memory radio mode. Turn the (TUNING) shuttle button to recall each stored frequency.
  • Automatic Retrieve: Select the band and short press (VM). Long press (SCAN) to enter automatic browsing mode. It will scan each memory station for 5 seconds. Press (SCAN) to select, or it will continue to the next.

4.1.7 Delete Stored Radio Stations

  • Delete Single Station:
    1. Short press (VM) to enter memory radio mode.
    2. Select the band.
    3. Turn the (TUNING) button to select the station to delete.
    4. Press and hold the (DELETE) key for 3 seconds until "[DEL]" appears.
    5. Short press (DELETE) again to confirm deletion.
  • Delete All Stations for Current Band:
    1. Short press (VM) to enter memory radio mode.
    2. Select the band.
    3. Press and hold the (DELETE) key until "(ALL)" appears. Release and short press again to confirm deletion.

4.2 WB/NOAA Weather Warning

The radio supports NOAA weather alerts for emergency situations.

XHDATA D608WB radio displaying NOAA weather alert frequency (162.550 MHz) with SOS alarm.
NOAA Weather Warning and SOS Alarm.
  • WB/NOAA Channel Reception: There are 7 channels (1-7) in the 162.400-162.550MHz range.
  • Manual Search: Short press the power button to turn on. Select the WB band using the (BAND) button, then use the (TUNING) shuttle to adjust the frequency.
  • Automatic Scan and Alert: Short press the power button to turn on. Long press the (ALERT) key to enter "NOAA" automatic scanning warning state. If a NOAA channel issues a warning, the radio will emit an SOS sound and light synchronized warning.
  • Eliminate SOS Warning: Long press the (ALERT) key to stop the SOS signal. The radio will then enter the NOAA disaster warning information receiving channel to provide voice warnings.

4.3 SOS Danger Distress Information Usage

  • In any state, long press the (SOS) button to activate the sound and light synchronized distress signal.
  • Press and hold the (SOS) button again to turn off the distress signal.

4.4 Flashlights and Lights

Two images showing the XHDATA D608WB radio's flashlight and reading lamp with three levels of brightness.
Flashlight and Reading Lamp with 3 levels of brightness.
  • Flashlight (TORCH): In any state, short press (TORCH) to turn on the flashlight. There are 3 brightness levels; short press repeatedly to cycle through levels and turn off.
  • Reading Lamp (LAMP): In any state, short press (LAMP) to turn on the reading lamp. There are 3 brightness levels; short press repeatedly to cycle through levels and turn off.

4.5 Stereo Headphone Output

  • The radio is equipped with a 3.5mm headphone jack for FM and Bluetooth/MP3 stereo output.

Tip: Stereo output will not function if the radio is receiving a mono signal or if reception is weak.

4.6 Bluetooth/MP3 Playback Function

4.6.1 TF Card MP3 Player

  • Insert a TF card containing music files into the TF card jack.
  • Short press the (M) key to enter TF card MP3 playback state.
  • Use the << / >> keys or the tuning knob to select previous/next songs. Long press for fast rewind/fast forward.
  • Press the Play/Pause button to play or pause.
  • In TF playback state, long press the (BAND) key to toggle single loop playback mode. Long press again to return to all loop playback mode.
  • Quick Song Selection: In MP3 playback, turn the shuttle button to select previous/next songs. Continuously turn for more than one second to select previous/next 30 songs.

4.6.2 Bluetooth Function

  • Short press the (BT) key to enter Bluetooth playback state.
  • On your mobile phone, search for Bluetooth devices and connect to "D-608WB". The radio will display a successful connection icon.
  • Use the << / >> keys or the tuning knob to select songs, or control playback directly from your phone.
  • Wireless Calling: When connected via Bluetooth, short press the Play/Pause button to answer an incoming call, and short press again to end the call.
  • Bluetooth Forced Disconnection: After connecting, press and hold the Play/Pause button for 3 seconds to disconnect. Long press again to reconnect.

4.7 Clock and Alarm Functions

4.7.1 Sleep Timer Shutdown Mode

  • Long press the power button to turn on the radio, then the sleep icon will flash.
  • Turn the (TUNING) key to select the startup time [01-120] minutes. It will flash for 3 seconds to confirm automatically.
  • To enter memory power-on state, short press the power button.
  • To cancel sleep timer: Press and hold the power button, turn the (TUNING) shuttle button, and adjust the sleep time zone to (ON).

4.7.2 Set Clock

  • In the power off state, press and hold the (M) key. The clock will flash.
  • Turn the (TUNING) shuttle to adjust the hour, short press (M) to confirm. Adjust the minutes, then short press (M) to confirm.

4.7.3 Alarm and Scheduled Shutdown Function

  • Turn Alarm On/Off: Short press the (M) key. The alarm icon will light up (alarm on) or turn off (alarm off).
  • Adjust Alarm Time and Duration (when power off):
    1. Press and hold the (M) key. The time in the secondary display area will flash.
    2. Rotate the (TUNING) shuttle to adjust hours, press (M) to confirm. Adjust minutes, press (M) to confirm.
    3. The main display area will show flashing alarm duration. Turn the (TUNING) key to select (0-60) minutes, then short press (M) to confirm. The alarm icon will light up.
  • Radio Alarm Mode: Turn on power, select desired radio frequency and volume. Press and hold (M); the alarm icon will flash for 3 seconds to confirm.
  • TF Card Music Alarm Mode: Insert music TF card, turn on power. Short press (M) to enter TF card playback and adjust volume. Press and hold (M); the alarm icon will flash for 3 seconds to confirm.
  • Operations After Alarm: After the alarm activates, short press the power button twice to turn off the machine. To cancel alarm lock frequency, short press the power button.

4.8 Keyboard Lock

  • Press and hold the (LOCK) button for 5 seconds to lock the keyboard and (TUNING) button. The lock icon will light up.
  • Press and hold for another 5 seconds to unlock.

4.9 Display Content Switch

  • In any state, short press the (ALERT) key repeatedly to cycle the secondary display area content: temperature, signal strength/signal-to-noise ratio, alarm time, local time, and memory radio frequency number.

4.10 Display Backlight Switch

  • Press any button to light up the display backlight for 5 seconds. It will then turn off automatically.

5. Charging

Four images illustrating the four power supply methods: battery, hand-crank, solar panel, and USB data cable.
Four ways of power supply: Battery, Hand-cranked power generation, Solar panel charging, USB data cable power supply.

5.1 Normal Charging Operation (USB Type-C)

  • When the power display shows low battery or is exhausted, charge immediately.
  • Connect one end of the USB charging cable to a DC5V_USB output adapter (1A recommended) and the other end to the radio's Type-C input jack.
  • The display will show a flashing charging symbol. When the battery icon shows full, the charging symbol will stop flashing, indicating a full charge.

5.2 Solar Charging Operation

  • Simply point the solar panel directly towards the sun to charge the device in an emergency.

5.3 Hand Crank Emergency Charging Operation

  • Pull out the hand crank rocker arm and rotate it to charge the radio in an emergency.

Tip: To avoid interference and insufficient charging current, which may cause automatic shutdown or longer charging times, do not use the radio during the early stages of charging.

5.4 Mobile Phone Emergency Charging (Power Bank)

  • In any state, plug your mobile phone's charging cable into the radio's USB 5V output power port to charge your phone in an emergency.

Tip: Do not use the radio function when using your mobile phone for emergency charging. The boost circuit operation can cause serious interference to radio reception.

6. Maintenance

6.1 Safe Use of Lithium Batteries

  • The radio uses a 3.7V (18650) rechargeable lithium battery. Only use batteries of the same and equivalent specifications. Improper use can cause explosions.
  • Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
  • Do not place batteries in high-temperature environments (moisture, explosion risk, battery smoke, etc.).
  • Do not disassemble, impact, or knock the lithium battery. If the battery is deformed or bulged, do not use it.
  • Always use a safe and qualified adapter for charging.
  • To maintain battery life, if the radio is not used for a long time, charge it at least once every three months.

7. Troubleshooting

7.1 System Reset

  • In rare situations (e.g., accidental interference, button malfunctions, display confusion), use a sharp object to press the RESET switch hole to reset the system.

7.2 Radio Reception Issues

  • Radio signals can be affected by season, time of day, weather, receiving environment, and electromagnetic interference.
  • Ensure the antenna is fully extended and rotated for optimal signal.
  • For MW/LW, try rotating the entire radio for better reception.
  • Update ATS (Automatic Tuning System) memory frequently to ensure the latest station information.

8. Specifications

Feature Specification
Brand Name XHDATA
Model Number 608WB
Dimensions (WxHxD) 145*78*41mm
Body Material Plastic
Style Emergency radio
Type AM / FM, MW, SW, WX
Functions Built-In Speaker, Flashlight, Clock, Built-in Amplifier, Bluetooth
Screen Yes
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Transmission Distance 10M
WIFI No
Power Supply Rechargeable Battery Pack (18650 3.7V 3000mAh)
Battery Included Yes
DC 5V Input DC5V/1000mA (Type-C)
Headphone Impedance 16-32 Ω
Speaker Specifications 40mm (double iron boron 16 cores) 4Ω / 5W
TF Card Support Up to 32G
Audio Playback Format Mp3/WMA/WAV/FLAC
Maximum Output Power 2.0 W
Radio Frequency Range FM: 64-108 MHz / 76-108 MHz / 87-108 MHz / 87.5-108 MHz
MW: 522-1620 KHz (9K) / 520-1710 KHz (10K)
SW: 1711-29999 KHz (5K)
Radio Noise Limit Sensitivity FM (S/N=30dB): ≥ 2μV
MW (S/N=26dB): ≥ 1mV/m
SW (S/N=26dB): ≥ 18μV
Radio Selectivity FM: 60dB
MW: 60dB
SW: 60dB
Maximum Number of Memory Stations FM: 100 pcs
MW: 100 pcs
SW: 300 pcs
Certification CE, WEEE
Origin Mainland China

9. User Tips

  • Reception: The radio generally offers good reception across all bands, even in challenging areas.
  • Battery Life: The 18650 battery provides long-lasting power. In standby mode (screen on but without backlight), the battery can last for 1-2 months without needing a recharge.
  • Sound Quality: Users often praise the sound quality for its size.
  • Channel Management: While initial channel search can be complex, saving frequently used stations in memory significantly improves usability.
  • Menu Complexity: The menu system might be complex for some users, especially the elderly. Familiarization through practice is recommended.
  • Bluetooth Volume: Some users have noted that Bluetooth audio might be quieter compared to radio playback.
  • Hand-Crank Charging: Hand-crank charging requires sustained effort to generate a significant charge. Short bursts of cranking may not provide substantial power.

10. Warranty and Support

For technical support, warranty inquiries, or further assistance, please contact XHDATA through the following channels:

This product is made in China.

11. Product Video

Watch the official product video for a visual guide to the XHDATA D608WB's features and operation.

Official XHDATA D608WB product overview video, showcasing its features and functionality.

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