The CCRadio Solar is a small digital portable radio that is successful as an emergency radio but the form and format function invite you to use it daily. Placed in a sunny window it's perfect for the morning news. Audio is a surprise; it's accurate, pleasing and has two modes. A miser mode to conserve battery power in a true emergency and a high-power mode for an even better audio experience. Reception is good for the size. The almost brick size depth and unique UV resistant rubber perimeter is concave on the bottom which makes it inherently stable. The flashlight is above average in brightness and color because of the selected high-quality LED. The hand crank folded and inlaid on in the back is the only visible clue that it's an emergency radio.
The included lithium-ion battery can be recharged by wind-up, solar panel, your USB port, or optional AC power adapter (not included). When the lithium-ion battery is fully charged, the radio will run more than 50 hours or charge your phone from the approximately 50% level to 100% level. It can also be powered by (3) “AA” alkaline batteries (not included) for approximately 50 hours in low power mode or 35 hours in high power mode.
I brought the first CCRadio Solar home and my wife absconded with it until our designer/illustrator had to beg to get it back for documentation. To get it back from him was also overly arduous. I have never seen a radio so coveted. It is about hand size and it stays charged in a sunny window with an oversize solar panel which means it may not need a power assist for years. Bob Crane
Weight: 1.1 lbs.
Size: 6" W x 3" H x 2.25" D.
Patent # D 960,860 S.
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James Careless of Radio World Magazine takes an in-depth look at the CCRadio Solar. Read the full article here.
Review of the C.Crane CCRadio Solar by Jay Allen of RADIOJAYALLEN.COM
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 | CC Radio Solar Instruction Manual | 8.1 MB |
| CC Radio Solar Battery Charging Read Me | 492 KB |
| CC Radio Solar whip antenna replacement instructions | 436 KB |
The icon blinks when charging by using the micro USB input and the crank. It does not blink when charging in the sun. (sorry)
When the battery starts to get low it will accept more current and it will become harder to crank.
Make sure that you have removed the small plastic pull tab between the battery and the contact. Also be sure that your battery is oriented correctly in the battery compartment.
Approximately 35 hours of play on high power mode.
Approximately 50 hours of play on low power mode.
The battery included with the CCRadio Solar is a 18650 Rechargeable Battery – Protected 3.7V Li-ion 3400mAh.
More than 50 hours depending on volume level and power mode.
Yes you can.
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Yes, once the battery reaches 4 volts. The following charge times are based on the mAh of the Li-On battery and the mAh of the charging systems for each method.
With the power OFF, press and hold the memory buttons #1 and #5 for five seconds. You will hear a tone to signify it has been done
The radio needs a small amount of electricity to deactivate the protection circuit. Please rotate the wind-up handle a few times, or place the radio briefly in the sun. When the display appears, the radio should be ready for operation.
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The radio's Li-ion battery is shipped with a low charge. Please fully charge the battery before using the radio or placing into storage. When storing the radio it is recommended to recharge the Li-ion battery at least every six months. This keeps the battery healthy.
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| Dimensions: | 6" Wx 3" H x 2.5" D |
| Weight: | Approximately 18.2oz with Li-ion Battery installed |
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