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Summary of Contents for C. Crane CCRadio 2E
- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
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Page 3: About The Ccradio2E
Also, if you have a problem and you purchased the CCRadio2E from another company, call us and C. Crane may be able to help you faster. Thanks! From all of us at C. Crane. -
Page 4: Safety Instructions/Unpacking
Unpacking The box should contain the CCRadio2E, AC power cord, this manual and a warranty card. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact C. Crane immediately. We recommend that you keep the box in the unlikely event that your radio needs servicing. - Page 5 Safety Instructions READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before the radio is operated. 2) Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3) Heed Warnings: All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be followed.
- Page 6 Safety Instructions 11) If the radio is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage caused by lightning or power line surges. 12) If the radio is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, remove the batteries.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Audio & Recording Jacks ............. Setting The Timer ................. Specifications ................Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting................AM Alignment Procedure.............. Radio Noise Troubleshooting ............AM Listening Tips ................. Accessories .................. Personal Station Log ..............2-Meter Ham Frequency Log ............About C. Crane................Page 7 CCRadio2E... -
Page 8: Button Identification
Button Identification • 10) Lock Switch Clock Set • • 11) Tuning Knob / Squelch Set Alarm Set • • 12) Power / Sleep Timer Timer Set 13) Display Light 4) Display Clock or Frequency 14) Telescopic Antenna 5) Bass Control 15) Memory (1-5) 6) Treble Control 16) Weather Alert (3 Modes) -
Page 9: Getting Started
Getting Started POWERING YOUR RADIO Before powering your radio be sure to read the Safety Instructions on pages 4 through 6. The CCRadio2E will run on (4) “D” size NiMH or alkaline batteries or on 120V AC house current using the included power cord. Batteries are optional. -
Page 10: Installing The Batteries
Getting Started INSTALLING THE BATTERIES 1) Position the radio face down on a soft surface to protect it. 2) Remove the battery compartment cover. 3) Insert the (4) “D” cell batteries into the compartment as indicated in the drawing below. Be sure the negative(-) end is against the spring. Refer to the drawing below to insure correct installation of your batteries. -
Page 11: Display Panel
Getting Started Display Panel 1) Weather Alert Modes 8) Timer Active Indicator 2) Memory Location (1 - 5) 9) Clock Seconds 3) Key Lock On/Off 10) Frequency/Clock Display 4) Sleep Timer/Snooze Status 11) Alarm Status and Type 5) Battery Symbol 12) AM/PM Indicator 6) Battery Power Level Indicator 13) Indicates Band In Use... -
Page 12: Setting The Clock
Getting Started SETTING THE CLOCK Please read this entire section carefully before you start. Set the time with the radio off. You must go through the steps listed below without stopping for more than 15 seconds at any given time or you will have to start over. -
Page 13: Snooze Feature
Getting Started Although very high quality parts were used in the manufacturing of your radio, buttons, knobs, and dials should be operated with a light touch for best longevity. NOTES ON THE ALARM You can also set the alarm time immediately after selecting the radio or buzzer alarm as described on page 12. -
Page 14: Radio Operation Tuning
Radio Operation TUNING The CCRadio2E features four bands: AM / FM / 2-Meter Ham (VHF) and Weather (WX). Manual Tuning 1) Press the Power Button to turn on the radio. 2) Select the band by pressing the BAND/AUX button on the top panel. 3) A single press of the Up or Down Tuning Buttons will change the frequency up or down for AM, FM and Ham (VHF) bands, and... -
Page 15: Weather Alert System
Radio Operation WEATHER ALERT SYSTEM The WEATHER ALERT modes on the CCRadio2E can alert you to special weather related emergencies. During an emergency or weather related hazard, NOAA issues an emergency tone that will set off an audible and/or visual alarm on the radio. NOTE: Hazard warnings are not available in all areas. - Page 16 Radio Operation This symbol is the WEATHER ALERT mode with flashing light only (no Alarm). If NOAA issues a weather related emergency, the radio will automatically alert you with a small flashing light near the top of the radio. The Alert light will continue to flash until any button is pushed. 2) To access the second mode, (WEATHER ALERT with NOAA Audio).
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Page 17: 2-Meter Ham (Vhf)
Radio Operation 2-METER HAM (VHF) BAND (144 TO 148 MHZ) The 2-Meter Ham Band is a popular radio band used by amateur radio operators for civil defense. After a hurricane, earthquake or other calamity, 90% of emergency coordination at the local level takes place on this band. Listening to this band during an emergency can be extremely valuable and even life saving. -
Page 18: Clock/Frequency Setting
Ham. You can contact the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) toll free at 888-277-5289 or at arrl.org to find out what you need to learn and the nearest testing location. C. Crane salutes every Ham who has volunteered to be a part of emergency radio operations. DEFAULT CLOCK/ FREQUENCY SETTING... -
Page 19: Display Light
Radio Operation DISPLAY LIGHT ON AC POWER When the radio is plugged into AC power, the display light will always be on unless you turn it off. The special green LED bulbs last about 100,000 hours and use very little electrical energy. The display light has three light levels. -
Page 20: Audio & Recording Jacks
Radio Operation AUDIO & RECORDING JACKS The jacks on the back left side of the radio are for audio input (AUX IN), audio output (LINE OUT) and a timer activation switch AUX IN JACK Left Side Back of Radio TIMER ACTIVATION SWITCH LINE OUT JACK AUX IN JACK... -
Page 21: Setting The Timer
Radio Operation LINE OUT JACK The red jack, labeled LINE OUT, is used to output the audio from the CCRadio2E to another device such as a recorder, your home stereo, or some other unit. To do this, you will need an (1/8” (3.5mm) stereo) patch cord. - Page 22 Radio Operation STEP 2: TO SET THE OFF TIME 1) Press the Timer/Set Button again until the word OFF, the hour digit and TIMER flash on the display. 2) Use the Tuning Up/Down Buttons to set the hour. Again, verify that the time is set correctly for AM or PM.
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Page 23: Specifications
Specifications FREQUENCY COVERAGE FM Band: 87.5 - 108 MHz Stereo AM Band: 520 - 1710 kHz Ham (VHF): 144 - 148 MHz WEATHER BAND: Channel 1: 162.400 MHz Channel 2: 162.425 MHz Channel 3: 162.450 MHz Channel 4: 162.475 MHz Channel 5: 162.500 MHz Channel 6: 162.525 MHz Channel 7: 162.550 MHz... - Page 24 Specifications AUX IN JACK 300 - 1000mV RMS (line level) input from external audio source. Do not overload. LINE OUT JACK 300 - 1000mV RMS (line output) TIMER ACTIVATION SWITCH Low impedance, transistor driven switch. Used for operation of external recording devices.
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Page 25: Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide The CCRadio2E will not turn on and none of the buttons work: The Lock Switch, located on the right side of the radio between the tuning and the volume knobs, is in the up position. Push the switch down to release the lock and resume normal operation of the radio. -
Page 26: Am Alignment Procedure
If you want an antenna that is pre-made, we recommend the FM Reflect-2 Antenna by C. Crane. (See Page 29). Battery Power Level Indicator doesn't show full charge when using... -
Page 27: Radio Noise Troubleshooting
Radio Noise Troubleshooting AM RADIO NOISE PROBLEMS AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS If you hear an annoying buzz when listening to AM radio, it's most likely radio noise. Here are some of the usual culprits: • Dimmer switch (even in an adjacent room). •... -
Page 28: Am Listening Tips
AM Tuning & Listening Tips Most portable radios including the CCRadio2E have an internal AM antenna. Best performance is achieved when the radio is swiveled on its base for maximum signal pickup from the transmitting tower. This same technique can be used to help nullify unwanted signals or radio noise. -
Page 29: Accessories
Accessories Check with your dealer for the following accessories: Softspeaker ® Amplified Pillow Speaker with In-Line Volume Control and Sleep Timer Item #PS3 Twin Coil Ferrite AM Antenna ® Signal Booster ltem #TWIN FM Reflect-2 FM Dipole Antenna Item #FMR2 CCRadio Carry Case Custom made in the USA to fit and protect the CCRadio 2, 2E and 3, while... -
Page 30: Personal Station Log
PERSONAL STATION LOG Station City Frequency Time Date Call Letters Page 30 CCRadio2E... -
Page 31: 2-Meter Ham Frequency Log
2-METER HAM FREQUENCY LOG Frequency Location/Call Sign Date Time Page 31 CCRadio2E... -
Page 32: About C. Crane
C. Crane's products must pass extensive testing to main tain high quality standards. And as for the mysterious letter "C" in C. Crane, well, Bob and Sue's middle names both begin with the letter "C", thus the name C. Crane. - Page 34 C. Crane, Fortuna, CA 95540 Phone: 1-800-522-8863 Web: ccrane.com 2021 Copyright C. Crane. All rights reserved. No part of this © booklet may be reproduced, in any form or means whatsoever, without permission in writing from C. Crane. Rev. 7...
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Hello! My 2E is not powering on anymore. The lock is not on. The time window lights up but goes off after 2 mins. Pressing any of the 3 points on the Power button does not activate the sound. Up until a week or so ago, it did; but needed several presses to start. Perhaps the power button is not connecting anymore. Any ideas I can try? Thanks, Cynthia
1. Check the Power Source: Ensure the radio is connected to a working 120V AC power outlet using the included power cord or has fresh “D” size NiMH or alkaline batteries installed. Lithium batteries are not recommended.
2. Inspect the Lock Switch: If the Lock switch is engaged (pushed up), it disables all functions. Push it down to release the lock.
3. Reset the Radio: If the radio is unresponsive due to static electricity, unusual key presses, or a power disruption, use the end of a paper clip to press the reset button. Note that this will erase the clock time and stored stations.
4. Check the Battery Power Level: Rechargeable batteries may show a lower power level due to their lower voltage. Try replacing or recharging the batteries if needed.
If the radio still does not power on after these steps, further technical support may be required.
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@Mr. Anderson ~ Hello! My 2E is not powering on anymore. It has excellent supply with good batteries or the AC cord. The lock is NOT on. The time window lights up but goes off after 2 mins. It now reads "C" in Morse Code. Pressing any of the 3 points on the Power button does not activate the sound. Up until a week or so ago, it did; but needed several presses to start. Perhaps the power button is not connecting anymore. I did a reset; still no power. Any other ideas I can try? Thanks, Cynthia Brown, Brockton, MA
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