Etón FR150 Microlink Solar-Powered, Self-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger
- AM (520-1710 KHz), FM (87-108MHz), NOAA weather on all 7 channels. Built-in hand crank power generator recharges the internal rechargeable Ni-MH battery and cell phone batteries.Built-in 3 white LED light source.
- Can be powered from three different sources: From solar power, the built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery that takes charge from the dynamo crank and from an AC adapter (not included).
- Built-in cell phone charger, Earphone jack 3.5 mm socket, Cell phone charger output jack. All antennas built-in: telescopic antenna for FM; internal ferrite bar antenna for AM.
- Power source: solar power; built-in rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack; AC adaptor (not included) recharges built-in Ni-MH battery pack. Dimensions: 4.96 x 2.36 x 1.81 and 126 x 60 x 46 mm (W x H x D).
- Weight: 7.5 oz. and 200 g. Accessories: owner’s manual, warranty card, preparedness guide, card for cell phone tip.
Product Description
Solar-Powered, Self-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger. The Microlink brings together some of the most popular features of our Voicelink, in a more compact design. This ultra-portable device is ideal to have on hand when you’re roughing it. It also makes a great addition to any emergency-preparedness kit. No plugs or wires are required. Instead, turn the hand crank to power the Microlink, or capture the sun’s energy and run it on solar power. You’ll always know what’s going on, thanks to the AM, FM and weather bands. You can also tune in to the FCC and EAS public alert systems. Add the flashlight, the cell phone charger and you’ve got one versatile little device.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Carl P. Houck said,
January 19, 2010 @ 9:40 am
Everything on the purchase and use is fine EXCEPT the online ad didn’t clearly state that no power plug in for the radio is included – power sources are hand crank, solar batery and plug into USB in a computer. I had to search all over and call Eton to find an outlet plugin, which took another couple of hours and $5 more.
Rating: 1 / 5
C. Simmons said,
January 19, 2010 @ 9:46 am
We got the radio in a couple days – typical excellent service by Amazon. Set it out in the sun for an afternoon and it was ready to go. Camping at Lake Cachuma we tried it out. “High wind advisory . . .” on the weather channel. Oh yeah – the breeze was a-blowin’. The FM radio worked great, receiving several groovey stations. The LED flashlight was bright enough to find the path to the bathroom. I sent the form in for the cell phone adapter and got it quickly. Looking forward to cranking it . . . will it really charge up the Blackberry???? stay tuned…….
Rating: 3 / 5
M. S. Javier said,
January 19, 2010 @ 11:27 am
My purpose for buying this radio was to use it in the bathrooom while I shower. Of course, the self-power feature and the mostly positive reviews sold me on this. When I received my order, however, I was very surprised by how small it actually was; I knew it was small, but this was almost a pocket radio to me, and in fact, it fit in the pocket of my jacket. Still, the volume was strong for such a small size, so I stuck with it, until I left it by the sink counter as I stepped in the shower. The sound from the radio was completely drowned out by the water! I am highly considering returning this item if I still could and get a proper shower radio instead. Aside from the self and solar power capabilities, I also loved the flashlight (it’s very bright!), which came in handy during the most recent earthquake here in the Los Angeles area. Very good quality radio, as long as it’s not used in the bathroom while taking a shower.
Rating: 2 / 5
richard shelton said,
January 19, 2010 @ 1:58 pm
I REALLY HAVEN’T USED THIS AT ALL.I BOUGHT IT FOR EMERGENCY SO WHEN THE
POWER GOES OUT ILL HAVE WEATHER ALERTS AND SOMETHING TO LISTEN TOO.ITS SMALL IN SIZE BUT REALLY LOOKS LIKE ITS WELL BUILT.THIS IS THE ONLY REASON I GAVE IT A FOUR STAR.
Rating: 4 / 5
D. Clonts said,
January 19, 2010 @ 4:30 pm
the sound is great but have no idea how to connect the cell phone to it and the directions are poor.
Rating: 2 / 5