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8.6.1
AM/FM/SW Radio Tuning
When the radio is turned on, press the
TUN
button to increase the frequency and press the
TUN
button to decrease the frequency.
To tune quickly, press and hold the
TUN
(
or
) key for at least one second. When you let go,
the radio will automatically tune to next radio station with sufficient reception.
8.6.2
Preset Channels
There are five preset channels. To set the preset channels, tune to the favorite AM/FM/SW/WB
channel(s) and press and hold the preset button (1-5) until the ADVENTURER2 beeps.
8.6.3
Weather Band Tuning
There are seven distinct weather channels. The frequencies are 162.400 MHz, 162.425 MHz, 162.450
MHz, 162.475 MHz, 162.500 MHz, 162.525 MHz and 162.550 MHz.
For a complete list of weather radio broadcasting stations, please visit the National Weather Service
website:
www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm
Our recommendation is to tune to the station with the best reception using the
TUN
button. You
will hear the “voice of the National Weather Service”, and automated voice that provides forecast
information, weather statements, watches and warnings.
8.6.4
Shortwave Radio
8.6.4.1
Shortwave Introduction
The shortwave radio receives frequencies between 2.300 and 23.000 MHz. The primary advantage of
shortwave is their ability to propagate for long distances by bouncing off of the ionosphere, making it
possible to listen to communications worldwide.
Additionally, shortwave is used for two-way international communication by amateur radio
enthusiasts for hobby, educational and emergency purposes.
8.6.4.2
Shortwave Radio Reception
Shortwave reception is significantly impacted by solar interference. Thus, most English speaking
stations broadcast around sunset (eastern time) and throughout the night.
8.6.4.3
Shortwave Radio Station List
The following list contains some of the more popular shortwave stations. All stations broadcast in
English unless otherwise specified. You can hear these stations throughout North America. However,
reception varies bases on the season, time of day, and a number of other environmental conditions.
MHz
Station
Location
3.265 Radio Mozambique
Maputo, Mozambique
3.300 Radio Cultural
Guatemala City, Guatemala
