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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Revision 2-2/2015...
- Page 2 Name & address of dealer ___________________________________________________________________ Unpacking The box should contain the CC Skywave, CC Buds earphones, carry case, warranty card, and this manual. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. We recommend you keep the packaging in the unlikely event your radio will need servicing.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Setting the Squelch for Airband ........................ 13 Reseting the Radio ............................. 14 Disable Beep Sound ............................15 Designate Frequency or Clock While Listening ..................15 Troubleshooting Guide ............................. 16 ..............................18 Speci cations CC Skywave Accessories ........................19 Page 4 CC SKYWAVE... -
Page 4: Installing The Batteries
3. Insert the two (2) “AA” alkaline or NiMH cell batteries into the compartment as indicated. Be sure the negative (-) end of each battery is against the spring. 4. Replace the battery cover. You are now ready to operate your radio. Two (2) “AA” alkaline or NiMH batteries CC SKYWAVE Page 5... -
Page 5: Display Screen Identi Cation
M. Radio is Locked F. Band Indicators (AM, SW, AIR, FM, WX) N. Audio Filter for Voice or Music G. Frequency / Time O. Tuning Speed with Knob H. Alarm Set for Radio Station P. Tuning Increments Page 6 CC SKYWAVE... -
Page 6: Powering The Radio
2-seconds while the station is playing. To play a saved station, press the same button once quickly. Note: The CC Skywave is a “smart” radio and will remember current settings when a station is preset into memory. Here is a list of the current settings that will be saved with your station. -
Page 7: Enter A Frequency Directly
6 kHz is usually best, especially for music. If the station is changed then the radio will return to the default bandwidth setting. By default, the CC Skywave is set to 3 kHz The default bandwidth can be changed by holding down the bandwidth button for more... -
Page 8: Listening With Speaker
If the lock button is pressed one time quickly then the display screen will toggle between frequency and clock for 10 seconds. 10. Speaker The speaker will be disabled when headphones are plugged into the headphone jack. CC SKYWAVE Page 9... -
Page 9: Battery Charging
Quickly press the “WX/ SW/ AIR” button to cycle between Weather, Shortwave, and AIR bands. About the Weather Band The CC Skywave can receive all 7 NOAA weather band channels. NOAA is short for National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. It is a network of stations across the USA and territories that continuously broadcasts local weather and forecasts. -
Page 10: Setting The Alarm
10kHz tuning steps for AM are used in the USA and other regions. Switch tuning steps by holding the 9/10kHz button for two seconds with the radio turned o . When tuning steps are set to 9 kHz the FM Band will also be expanded to cover 76-108 MHz (Japanese FM Band.) Page 11 CC SKYWAVE... -
Page 11: Positioning The Whip Antenna
“FAST” tuning will use larger incremental steps between frequencies. “SLOW” tuning can improve AM stations that are slightly o frequency on poor signals. Try tuning 1 kHz higher or lower than the actual station frequency to see if reception improves. Left Side Right Side CC SKYWAVE Page 12... -
Page 12: Listening With Earphones
You can power your radio or charge NiMH type batteries with the USB jack connected to a computer or USB power adapter (not included). Powering the CC Skywave A computer or non-approved power adapter may generate too much interference on the AM, SW, and AIR bands. -
Page 13: Reseting The Radio
Quickly press into the reset hole on the bottom of the radio to reset the microprocessor. It is recommended to use a toothpick or other soft device to reset the radio. Do not press too hard as you might damage the radio. See Page 15 for re-setting to all factory settings. Page 14 CC SKYWAVE... -
Page 14: Disable Beep Sound
Audio Filter for Voice or Music The CC Skywave has a special audio lter to enhance your listening preference. The “MUSIC” setting will allow the full range of audio to be received so the music sounds best. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide The CC Skywave will not turn on and none of the buttons work: The Lock button: that is located on the front of the radio may be activated. When activated, a key icon will show on the display screen. Push lock button for 2 seconds to resume normal operation of the radio. - Page 16 Battery Power Level Indicator doesn’t show full charge when using rechargeable batteries: Rechargeable batteries will not show a full charge on your radios display. The CC Skywave is calibrated to read the charge of your alkaline batteries, which is 1.5 volts at full charge.
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Page 17: Speci Cations
118 - 137 MHz Note: Speci cations are subject to change Weather Band: without notice. Channel 1: 162.400 MHz Model: CC Skywave 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 18: Cc Skywave Accessories
Accessories for your CC SKYWAVE Available at ccrane.com or call: 1-800-522-8863 AC Power Adapter Voz-P Premium Wooden Earbuds CC SW Reel Antenna Rechargeable NiMH ‘AA’ Batteries Page 19 CC SKYWAVE... - Page 19 Copyright © 2015 by C. Crane Company, Inc., Fortuna, CA 95540 Phone: 1-800-522-8863 Web: ccrane.com All rights reserved. No part of this booklet may be reproduced, in any form or means whatsoever, without permission in writing from C.
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