Model ER210 Table of Contents - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3 Controls and Functions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 ER210 Power Sources - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6 Using the USB Output Port to Charge a Device - - - - - - - - 8 Operating the Radio - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Model ER210 For over half a century, Midland has helped to keep you and your loved ones safe by actively promoting emergency preparedness. The Midland ER210 was built with emergency situations in mind, the hand crank digital weather alert radio and flashlight are perfect for severe weather situations or daily use.
Model ER210 Controls and Functions Flashlight/ SOS Button LCD Display Solar Panel Charge Indicator Antenna Speaker Volume Adjust Buttons LED Flashlight Page 4 Power/ Band Button Weather Alert/Menu Button Tuning Adjust Buttons midlandusa.
Model ER210 Controls and Functions Continued... Headphone Jack Dynamo Crank USB Output Port USB Input Port midlandusa.
Model ER210 Powering Your ER210 USB Charge Cable: Before the ER210 is used, the internal rechargeable battery pack should be charged with the USB charge cable until the battery indicator icon indicates a full charge. To charge the ER210 with the USB cable, insert the USB charge cable into a USB power source and plug the micro USB connector into the port labeled “USB In” on the side of the radio. The CHARGE indicator light will be lit when the USB charge cable is plugged in.
Model ER210 ER210 Power Sources Continued... Dynamo Power: Turning the hand crank charges the built-in Li-ion battery pack. To charge the radio using the hand crank, start turning the crank. The CHARGE indicator light will be lit while the unit is being cranked. Speed of cranking and length of time cranked will determine the charge of the Li-ion battery. The battery icon on the LCD will flash as the battery charges.
Model ER210 Charging External Devices Cell phones and USB-powered devices can be charged using the USB charge cable for that device. Connect the charge cable to the USB Outlet port on the side of the ER210 labeled “USB Out”. If the radio is on, it will automatically turn off and go into charge mode. Operating the Radio Turning the ER210 On/Off & Selecting a Band • To turn the radio on, press the BAND button. To cycle through AM, FM, or Weather radio bands press the band button again.
Model ER210 Using the Weather Radio About NOAA/NWS The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather Service operate a system of weather and hazard alert broadcasts covering most of the United States. Typical broadcasts are within reception distance of 25-50 miles of the weather station. Fully extend the telescopic antenna and rotate until reception is clear.
Model ER210 Using the Weather Radio Continued... Weather Alert Function • To enable the NOAA Weather Alert function, press the WX ALERT button. • When enabled, the “WX” icon on the LCD screen will flash. • When a weather alert is received, the ER210 will sound an audible siren and the flashlight will flash on and off along with the LCD backlight for 1 minute. • Pressing any button during an alert on the ER210 will stop the siren and flashlight and the radio will switch to your selected weather channel.
Model ER210 ER210 Settings Menu Accessing and Using the Menu • To access the ER210’s settings menu, press and hold the WX ALERT / MENU button for 2 seconds. • To adjust the settings use the UP/DOWN TUNE buttons. • To go to the next menu option, press the WX ALERT / MENU button. • To exit the menu, toggle through all the menu options or wait 30 seconds and the menu will time-out. Setting the Clock • To set the clock, press the WX ALERT / MENU button and select the 24 hour or 12 hour clock.
Model ER210 LED Flashlight The ER210 has 2 flashlight brightness settings: • Dim: The first press of the flashlight button will enable the dim setting. • Bright: The second press of the flashlight button will enable the bright setting. SOS Morse Code Flashlight Beacon • To enable the SOS feature, press the flashlight button 3 times. The SOS Morse code is: 3 short flashes, 3 long flashes, and 3 short flashes. • To turn off the SOS feature, press the flashlight button.
Model ER210 Limited Warranty (United States and Canada) Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Midland Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its option without charge, any Midland ER210 which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within One Year following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not apply to water damage, battery leak, abuse or misuse of unauthorized accessories, unauthorized service or modification or altered products.
Model ER210 Limited Warranty Continued... This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. Note: The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the United States of America or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or from a U.S. Military exchange.
Model ER210 Service If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please first check the FAQ section of the website, check your Owner’s Manual, or call and speak with a service technician. Many problems can be remedied without returning the unit for service. If necessary, return as follows: • Pack the unit in its original box and packing. Then pack the original box in a suitable shipping carton. Caution: Improper packing may result in damage during shipment. • Include the following: a.
Model ER210 Accessories Accessories can be purchased at midlandusa.com Page 16 midlandusa.
Model ER210 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. NOTE: THE GRANTEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
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