Grundig Globe Traveler G3 AM/FM/Shortwave Radio

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Grundig Globe Traveler G3. This manual provides information on its features and capabilities.

Need Help?

If you need assistance, please contact Etón Corporation Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., North American Pacific Time:

• U.S. Toll-Free: 1-800-872-2228
• Canada Toll-Free: 1-800-637-1648
• Worldwide: 650-903-3866
• FAX: 650-903-3867
• Website: www.etoncorp.com
• Address: Etón Corporation, 1015 Corporation Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303, USA

Warnings

• Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
• Do not submerge or expose for extended periods to water.
• Protect from high humidity and rain.
• Unplug immediately if liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the apparatus.
• Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use detergents or chemical solvents, as this might damage the finish.
• Unplug and disconnect external antennas (not included) during lightning storms.
• Do not remove the cover.
• Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Environment & Disposal

According to the European Directive 2002/96/EC, all electrical and electronic products must be collected separately by a local collection system. Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste.

Features

• AM/LW/FM-stereo, complete Shortwave spectrum with SSB (150-30000 KHz), and VHF Aircraft band (118-137 MHz).
• Dual Conversion PLL Digital tuner with LCD displaying frequency, time, sleep timer, and alarm activation symbols.
• RDS (Radio Data System) on FM displays station identification, artist, song title, date, and messages when available.
• Synchronous Detector with selectable side-band.
• Line-in/out sockets.
• 700 programmable memories for all frequencies.
• Clock, sleep timer, and alarm functions.
• 3.5 mm headphone input (earphones not included).
• Telescopic antenna for FM and SW reception.
• Internal ferrite bar antenna for AM reception.
• Power source: 4 AA batteries (not included) or included AC adapter/charger.
• Display indications include: Time, frequency, stereo, sleep, alarm, lock, battery, memory page, memory, time zone, week-day, wide/narrow signal, synchronous detector, SSB, RDS.
• Speaker: Wide range 1 x 60 mm.
• External antenna jack for SW, FM, and Aircraft Band.
• Dimensions: 168 x 105 x 28 mm (W x H x D).
• Net weight: 345 g.
• Accessories: Owner's manual, warranty card, protective pouch, AC adapter/charger.

What's Included?

• AC adapter
• Carrying pouch
• Carrying strap (attached)
• Owner's manual

Power Sources

The G3 can be powered by installing 4 AA alkaline, lithium, or Ni-MH batteries, or by plugging in the included AC adapter/charger. A symbol on the upper right of the LCD indicates battery or AC adapter power.

Preventing Battery Leakage

To minimize the possibility of battery acid leakage, use only high-quality alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable nickel-metal-hydride batteries. Never mix old and new batteries, or different brands or types. Damage caused by battery acid leakage is not covered by the product's warranty.

Operation

Turning the G3 On and Off

A quick press of the POWER/SLEEP button turns the radio on or off. A long press (about 2 seconds) turns it on with a sleep timer.

Using the Sleep Timer

The sleep timer allows the G3 to play for a specified number of minutes (00-99) before shutting off. It can be set while the G3 is on or off. The sleep symbol appears on the LCD when active.

1. With the G3 on or off, use the numeric keypad to enter the desired time (00-99 minutes).
2. Within 3 seconds, press the SLEEP button, then PAGE/TIME. The G3 will play for the specified duration.

To change the sleep time:

1. Enter a new sleep time using the numeric keypad, press SLEEP, then PAGE/TIME.
2. Alternatively, press and hold SLEEP for two seconds to view the current sleep time, enter a new time, press SLEEP, then PAGE/TIME.

F1-7 Dual Function Buttons

The F1-7 buttons have dual functions when the radio is on or off. These functions are detailed in this manual.

Charging Ni-MH Batteries

With the AC adapter/charger connected, the G3 can internally recharge 4 Ni-MH batteries (not included). The radio can operate while batteries are charging.

1. Connect the AC adapter/charger.
2. With the G3 turned off, install 4 Ni-MH batteries and connect the AC adapter/charger.
3. Press the F7 button for about 3 seconds, or until 'CHARGE 00' appears.
4. Use the tuning knob to select charging time (00-36 hours) based on battery mAh rating (e.g., 11 hours for 1100 mAH, 23 hours for 2300 mAH), then press PAGE/TIME.
5. The battery symbol segments will continuously activate during charging. Charging stops when the set time is reached.

Initial Settings

Ensure the G3 is powered by AC adapter or batteries, unlocked, and the DX/LOCAL switch (left side panel) is in the DX position (up).

Setting Up AM and FM Outside of North America

For use outside North America, AM stations are spaced by 9 KHz (vs. 10 KHz in North America), and FM may start at 76 MHz (vs. 87.5 MHz in North America).

1. With the G3 off, press F5 for about 3 seconds; '9' or '10' will flash.
2. Use sequential F5 presses to select 9 or 10, then press PAGE/TIME; the FM frequency will flash.
3. Press F5 sequentially until your area's starting FM frequency appears, then press PAGE/TIME.

Volume Control

Use the +/– VOL buttons or the numeric keypad to adjust volume levels from 0-31. The level number is shown on the display. To set volume via keypad, enter the desired level and press + or – VOL within 3 seconds.

Selecting LW, AM, FM, Aircraft Band, and Shortwave

Note: Longwave (LW) stations are not broadcast in North America.

• To select LW or AM: Press the AM BAND button (cycles between LW and AM).
• To select FM: Press the FM BAND button. A second press accesses the Air Craft band.
• To select Air Craft band: Press the FM button twice.
• To select a specific shortwave band: Press the METERBAND button. Popular shortwave bands can also be accessed via F1-F7 buttons (F1=49m, F2=41m, F3=31m, F4=25m, F5=22m, F6=19m, F7=16m).

Extend the telescopic antenna for FM, Shortwave, or Air Craft band listening. It is not needed for LW or AM.

FM RDS (Radio Data System)

RDS allows the radio to display station identification, artist, song title, date, and other text if transmitted by the station. Press the RDS button to turn RDS on, then press RDS MODE to view transmitted information.

Signal Strength Indicator

This indicator shows the relative strength of AM and SW signals. Fluctuations are normal for weak signals. It is not functional for FM signals.

Shortwave Listening

For more information on shortwave listening, consult publications like 'PASSPORT TO WORLD BAND RADIO' and 'WORLD RADIO TV HANDBOOK', or search online for 'shortwave reception'.

• Best reception during the day is typically above 13 MHz.
• Best reception at night is typically below 13 MHz.
• Around sunset and sunrise, the entire shortwave range may be optimal.
• Moving closer to a window and holding the radio can improve reception.

Optimizing Shortwave Reception

Shortwave broadcasts travel vast distances. The following tips can help achieve the best results:

Tuning SSB (Single Side Band)

SSB allows two-way communication on shortwave, used for amateur radio, Morse code, weather-fax, and utility signals. The Internet and local libraries are resources for learning more.

To experiment with SSB: Tune to the desired band (e.g., 20-meter Amateur band by entering 14150 KHz and pressing AM). Press the SSB button twice (do not select SYNC). SSB will appear on the display with USB or LSB to the right. Select upper sideband (USB) or lower sideband (LSB) by pressing the U/LSB button. Set the FINE tuning knob to its center position. Set the sensitivity switch to DX. Extend the antenna and slowly tune from 14150 to 14350 KHz, listening for voice signals. Use the tuning knob for coarse tuning and the FINE+ knob for fine-tuning.

This SSB circuit tunes both upper and lower sideband signals. For clarity with strong SSB signals, placing the DX/LOCAL switch in the LOCAL position (down) may be beneficial.

Using the DX/LOCAL Switch

This switch (left side panel) adjusts sensitivity. Use DX (up) for maximum sensitivity. If strong stations or SSB signals are distorted, use LOCAL (down). This switch does not function in FM mode.

Using the Synchronous Detector

The synchronous detector can improve signal quality and minimize interference when listening to AM and shortwave broadcast stations. Press the SYNC button while listening to a station. SYNC appears on the display with USB or LSB. You can sync on either sideband by pressing the U/LSB button. Turn off the synchronous detector when tuning stations or when not needed. Using the WIDE/NARROW button may also help. This feature does not always minimize interference.

Wide/Narrow Switch

Located on the right side under the TUNE knob, this selectivity switch allows you to choose WIDE for best audio fidelity when there's no adjacent frequency interference, or NAR to reduce interference at the cost of audio fidelity.

Tuning and Stations

Tuning In Stations

Stations can be tuned using the △▽ buttons, the Tuning Knob, Direct Frequency Entry, and Auto-Search. Quick presses of the △▽ buttons tune up or down frequency. Continuous tuning in shortwave is only possible with the tuning knob or direct entry.

Direct Frequency Entry

Use this method when the desired frequency is known. Enter AM, LW, SW, and Air Band frequencies in Kilohertz (KHz), e.g., 810 KHz or 9475 KHz. Enter FM frequencies in Megahertz (MHz), e.g., 102.9 MHz (ignore the decimal point). Note: Aircraft frequencies are entered in KHz (e.g., 120100 KHz) but are often given in MHz (e.g., 120.1 MHz).

1. Use the numeric buttons to enter the frequency.
2. Within 3 seconds, press the AM button for AM, LW, or SW frequencies, or the FM button for FM and Air Band frequencies.

Auto-Search Tuning

With the G3 on, press the up or down frequency button (△▽) for about 2 seconds to start auto-search. The G3 has three modes: STOP, ATS, or DELAY-5. The factory default is STOP.

• STOP: Auto-searching stops on the next encountered station.
• DELAY-5: Auto-searching stops for 5 seconds on each encountered station before moving on.

For shortwave auto-searching, set the bandwidth switch to WIDE. Auto search is not recommended for SSB signals.

Auto-Search Tuning (ATS - Auto Tuning Storage)

ATS automatically stores the strongest FM local stations into memory, starting from page 99 downwards. After an ATS scan, select your memory using the △▽ buttons and the station with the F1-7 buttons. If too many memories are filled with static, try scanning again with the DX/LOCAL switch set to LOCAL (down).

To select an auto-search mode:

1. With the radio turned off, hold down the F6 button for about 2 seconds, then release. The last chosen mode will flash.
2. While the mode flashes, press F6 briefly to select alternate modes.
3. Press PAGE/TIME to confirm.

Storing Stations into Memory

The G3 has 700 memories (presets) arranged in 100 pages, with 7 memories per page. Buttons F1-7 correspond to memory locations. Storing into an occupied memory overwrites its content.

1. Turn on the G3.
2. Tune to the desired station.
3. Press PAGE/TIME to enter PAGE/MEMO mode (indicated on the display).
4. Select the desired memory page using the △▽ buttons.
5. Store the frequency by pressing one of the F1-7 buttons for about 2 seconds. A flashing box will appear around the selected memory location.
6. When finished, press PAGE/TIME to save stations and exit MEMO mode.

Accessing Stored Memories

1. Turn on the G3 and enter PAGE/MEMO mode by pressing PAGE/TIME.
2. Select the desired memory page with the △▽ buttons.
3. Select the desired memory by pressing buttons F1-7.

Labeling Memory Pages

Memory pages can be labeled with up to 8 letters, digits, or symbols.

1. Turn on the G3 and enter PAGE/MEMO mode by pressing PAGE/TIME.
2. Press LIGHT/EDIT until '_' appears (about 3 seconds).
3. Use the tuning knob to select a letter, digit, or symbol.
4. Press PAGE/TIME to move to the next '_'.
5. Repeat until 8 characters are selected.
6. Press PAGE/TIME when finished.

Using the Copy/Paste Function

This feature allows copying memories or entire pages from one location to another.

Copying and Pasting One Memory Location to Another

1. With the G3 on, press and release PAGE/TIME to enter PAGE mode.
2. Use △▽ to select the page to copy from.
3. Press COPY/PASTE until 'COPY' flashes, then press the F1-7 button of the memory to copy.
4. To paste: Press F1-7 for the destination memory on the same page, or use △▽ to change pages and then press F1-7.
5. Press PAGE/TIME when finished.

Copying and Pasting an Entire Memory Page

1. With the G3 on, press and release PAGE/TIME to enter PAGE mode.
2. Use △▽ to select the page to be copied.
3. Hold down COPY/PASTE until 'COPY' flashes, then briefly press COPY/PASTE ('PASTE' will flash).
4. Use △▽ to select the paste-to page.
5. Briefly press COPY/PASTE to paste.
6. Press PAGE/TIME when finished.

Deleting a Selected Memory

1. Turn on the G3 and enter PAGE/MEMO mode by pressing PAGE/TIME.
2. Select the desired memory page with △▽ buttons.
3. Press ERASE for about 2 seconds or until 'DEL' flashes.
4. Press the F1-7 button of the memory to erase. The surrounding box will disappear.
5. To select another page, use △▽ and repeat.
6. Press PAGE/TIME to exit PAGE/MEMO mode.

Deleting All of a Memory Page's Contents

1. Turn on the G3 and enter PAGE/MEMO mode by pressing PAGE/TIME.
2. Select the desired memory page with △▽ buttons.
3. Press ERASE for about 2 seconds or until 'DEL' flashes.
4. Press ERASE for about 2 seconds; all boxes around F1-7 will disappear.
5. Press PAGE/TIME to exit PAGE/MEMO mode.

Settings and Alarms

Deleting the Contents of All Memory Pages

To delete all memory pages, you must RESET the radio. This resets the radio to factory defaults and erases all memories.

1. With the radio turned off, press 'COPY', 'ERASE', 'EDIT' in turn. 'FACTORY' will flash.
2. Numbers will count down from 10 to 1. Release the buttons after the countdown.
3. Press the 'RESET' button (inside the hole labeled RESET). All memory pages are erased, and factory default settings are restored.

Setting Your Time Zone

1. With the G3 on or off, press and hold TZ (time zone) for 2 seconds. The time zone flashes, showing minutes ahead or behind GMT.
2. Use the tuning knob or short presses of TZ to select your home time zone (see list below).
3. Press PAGE/TIME to confirm.

Time Zone Abbreviation List:

Setting the Clock and Weekday

The G3 clock uses a 24-hour format. Turn off the G3.

1. Press PAGE/TIME for about 2 seconds or until the hour digits flash.
2. While flashing, press F1-7 to highlight the current weekday (F1=Sunday, F2=Monday, etc.).
3. Use the tuning knob to set the correct hour, then press PAGE/TIME again; the minute digits will flash.
4. Use the tuning knob to set the correct minutes.
5. Press PAGE/TIME again to confirm.

Setting Alarms 1 Through 4

The G3 has 4 programmable alarm timers (F1-4 buttons when off) to turn on the radio at a specified time. Each alarm can be set for a specific weekday, volume, playtime, and memory location.

To set an alarm:

1. With the G3 off, long-press one of the F1-4 buttons (about 3 seconds) until the hour flashes.
2. While flashing, press F1-7 to highlight the weekday(s) for the alarm. A square will surround the selected button(s). Select all 7 days if desired.
3. Use the tuning knob to set the hour, then press PAGE/TIME; the minutes will flash.
4. Use the tuning knob to set the minutes, then press PAGE/TIME; 'VOL' will appear.
5. Use the tuning knob to set the wake-up volume, then press PAGE/TIME; the alarm's play minutes will appear as 'DELAY'.
6. Use the tuning knob to set the wake-up alarm's play minutes (1-99), then press PAGE/TIME; the memory page number will appear.
7. Use the tuning knob to set the memory page number, or select '00' to use the last tuned frequency.
8. Skip this step if using the last tuned frequency. Press one of the F1-7 buttons to select the memory location on the chosen page for the wake-up frequency (a square will flash).
9. Press PAGE/TIME to finish setup.

Activating and Deactivating Alarms

To activate an alarm, turn the G3 off and press the appropriate alarm button (F1-4). The timer activation symbol will appear in the upper left of the display. To deactivate, press the same F1-4 button; the symbol will disappear.

Using the Light

Press the LIGHT button to turn the display and buttons on or off. When using batteries, the light stays on for about 6 seconds. When using an AC adapter, it stays on indefinitely or until turned off.

External Antenna Socket

Connect advanced performance shortwave antennas using a 50 or 75-Ohm coaxial cable feed-line to this socket.

FM Stereo/Mono Selection

Stereo/mono is selected automatically based on the FM station's audio quality.

Line-In/Out Socket

This socket provides a fixed-level audio input/output for routing the G3's audio to a stereo system or recording device, or playing an audio device (like an MP3 player) through the G3.

• To route a line-in source: Turn the G3 off, connect a 1/8 inch (3.5mm) stereo cord from the audio source to the G3's LINE-IN/OUT socket, and press the G3's LINE-IN button (labeled TZ/LINE-IN).
• To route audio output: Turn the G3 on, plug a 1/8 inch (3.5mm) stereo cord into the G3's LINE-IN/OUT socket and into the external device's LINE-IN socket. Follow the external device's instructions.

Earphone Socket and Using Earphones (not included)

Plug earphones into the socket on the left side of the radio. Turn the volume down before wearing earphones, then adjust to your liking.

Rear Folding Stand

Pull out the folding stand from the rear of the G3 for comfortable viewing angles.

Troubleshooting and Support

Reset Button

The reset button is located inside a small hole labeled RESET on the right front of the radio. Use a paper clip to poke the hole if the G3 operates erratically. This resets the microprocessor but does not erase memory; it resets the clock to 12:00.

Using the Lock Feature

With the G3 turned off, a single press of the LOCK button prevents accidental turn-on. When the G3 is on, a single press shows 'HOLD' on the LCD, preventing frequency changes with the tuning knob. Two presses show a key icon and lock all buttons except POWER/SLEEP. Deactivate lock by pressing the lock button for about 2 seconds.

Resetting the Radio

Resetting the radio deletes all memories and restores factory defaults.

1. With the radio turned off, press 'COPY', 'ERASE', 'EDIT' in turn. 'FACTORY' will flash.
2. Numbers will count down from 10 to 1. Release buttons after countdown.
3. Press the 'RESET' button (inside the hole). All memory pages are erased, and factory default settings are restored.

Warranty Registration

To ensure full warranty coverage and product updates, register your product as soon as possible. Options include:

1. Visiting www.etoncorp.com.
2. Mailing the enclosed warranty card.
3. Mailing registration information to: Etón Corporation, 1015 Corporation Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303 USA. Include your name, mailing address, phone number, email address, model purchased, date purchased, and retail vendor name.

Limited Warranty

Retain your warranty card and proof of purchase. Limited Warranty information is also available at www.etoncorp.com.

Service for Your Product

For service, contact an Etón service representative:

• US: 1-800-872-2228 or (650) 903-3866
• Canada: 1-800-637-1648
• Email: customersvc@etoncorp.com
• Or your respective country distributor in Europe.

They will assist with problem determination and troubleshooting. If further service is required, technical staff will guide you based on warranty status.

Contact Information

Etón Corporation (Corporate Headquarters)
1015 Corporation Way
Palo Alto, California 94303 USA
Tel: +1 650-903-3866
Tel: +1 800-872-2228
Fax: +1 650-903-3867

Etón Canada
1 Yonge Street, Suite 1801
Toronto, Ontario M5E 1W7 Canada
Tel: +1 416-214-6885

Designed by Etón Corporation and assembled in China. © Copyright 2008 Etón Corporation. All rights reserved.