Thank you for purchasing the GRUNDIG SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM Shortwave Receiver. This receiver has been designed and manufactured to high quality standards, and will provide reliable operation for many years. Please carefully read the Owner's Manual in order to take advantage of the many interesting features that will provide enjoyable listening to radio broadcasts around the world. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION (See page 12) - The front can be broken into four areas. The speaker, the display, the bottom row of controls and the rest of the controls. - The speaker is on the left. The display makes up the top right quarter of the front. - The bottom row of controls, from left to right. - Power switch, square. - Headphone jack, 1/8 inch, stereo. - Volume knob. - Bass knob. - Treble knob. - Squelch for aircraft band. Turn full right for open squelch. - Attenuator button. Tall rectangle. - AGC button. Tall rectangle. - IF bandwidth button. Round. - AM/sync button. Round. - SSB/USB/LSB button, round. - Band Button, round. The rest of the controls. These are below the display. I'll describe them in four groups. - Rightmost is the tuning knob. Immediately to the left are up and down tuning buttons. They are tall rectangles. Tune up is above the tune down button. - Leftmost, and near the center of the radio are three rectangular buttons that are twice as wide as they are tall. They are arranged one above the other. The top is the 'clock' button. In the middle is the timer button. On the bottom is the lamp button. - To the right of these buttons is the numeric keypad. It is four rows of three buttons each. 1, 2, 3 in the top row 4, 5, 6 in the second row 7, 8, 9 in the third row 0, decimal and clear are in the bottom row - To the right of the numeric keypad are eight miscellaneous buttons. They are arranged as two columns of four wider then tall buttons each. The left column, top to bottom. STORE BEEP SKIP DELETE - The right column, top to bottom. MEMORY VFO SW BAND SCAN REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION (See page 15) There are two groups of connections on the back. One for antenna and the other for power and audio connections. Facing the back of the radio, the antenna connections are on the lower left. From left to right you have the low frequency antenna selector switch, the high frequency antenna selector, and 'F' connector for the FM/AIR antenna, two pus terminals for the 500 ohm wire antenna, first the ground, then the signal connector and finally the SO-239 short-wave antenna connector. The first switch has the 'whip', '50 ohm', and '500 ohm' antenna positions. The second switch and 'whip' and 'F connector' settings. Hint: For the switches, the whip positions are closer to the end of the radio and the screw on connector positions are toward the middle of the radio. Finally, on the lower right of the back you find the left and right phono or line outputs, the power connector and the external speaker connector. The battery cover is a big sliding panel in the center of the back. There is a ribbed surface to assist in sliding it to the left or right. SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Range: 0.1-30 MHz AM, USB, LSB Modes. 87-108 MHz FM Mode. 118-137 MHz AM Mode (VHF Air band). Sensitivity: SSB: Less than 0.5 µV, 0. -30 MHz. (10 dB S+N/N): AM: Less than 2.0 µV, 0.1-30 MHz. (10 dB S+N/N). AM: Less than 4.0µV, 118-137 MHz. (1000 Hz, 30% Mod). FM: Less than 4.0 µV, 87-108 MHz. (20 dB S/N) (monaural). Frequency Stability: 10 ppm, 0° to 50° C. Frequency Accuracy: Better than ± 100 Hz, @ 25° C. Selectivity - SSB, AM: 6 kHz @ -6 dB. less than 12 kHz @ -60 dB. 4 kHz @ -6 dB, less than 9 kHz @ -60 dB. 2.3 kHz @-6 dB, less than 5 kHz @ -60 dB. IF Frequencies: AM/SSB: 1st IF 55.845 MHz. 2nd IF 455 kHz. FM: First IF 10.7 MHz (Single Conversion). Image Rejection: Greater than 60 dB 0.1 to 30 MHz. Greater than 60 dB 118 to 137 MHz. Greater than 50 dB 87 to 108 MHz. IF Rejection: Greater than 80 dB, 55.845 MHz. Greater than 80 dB, 455 kHz. IP3 - Intercept Point: Greater than + 10 dBm @ 100 kHz spacing. (@ 50 Ohm Ant. Input, Attenuator OFF), Greater than - 20 dBm @ 5 kHz spacing. AGC Performance: Threshold: 1.0 mV. Attack Time: 1 millisecond. Release Time: SLOW 3 seconds, FAST 300 milliseconds. Less than 6 dB change in audio output for 90 dB RF input change (referenced from the AGC threshold point plus 3 dB). Internal Antennas: 56 3/4 inches (1.414 meters) telescoping whip (for use on all bands). Ferrite rod antenna (for use from 100 kHz thru 1800 kHz). External Antenna Inputs: 0. 1 - 30 MHz: 50 Ohm SO-239 connector or 2 terminal compression connector for: 500 Ohm input with ground. 87 - 108 MHz and 118 - 137 MHz: 75 Ohm “F” type connector. External Speaker Output: 1 Watt each nominal into two 4 Ohm speakers with 9 VDC supply voltage. External jack: Two-way for Stereo output. Line Audio Output: 300 mV, 4.7K Ohms. Headphone Jack: 1/8 inch (3.175mm) stereo/mono type. DC Power Requirements: Input: 7-10 VDC @ 1 Amp. supplied from AC ADAPTER, external DC Power Supply or 5.7 to 9.0 VDC supplied by six internally mounted “D” cell (1.5V) batteries (not supplied). Current requirements: >From 9.0 VDC Supply or Batteries with 1/4 W average Audio Output, Mode Dependent: 510 mA minimum with lamp off, 830 mA maximum with lamp on. Operating Temperature: 0° to +50° C. Weight: 14.55 lbs. (6.6 kg), including AC adapter, (batteries NOT included). Size: Width: 20 7/8 inches (53.6 cm). Height: 9 1/4 inches (23.5 cm) with handle retracted. Depth: 8 1/2 inches (21.6 cm) including front handles. Supplied AC Adapter: Input: 110-127 VAC 60 Hz. Output: 9 VDC @ 1 Amp maximum. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING. TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK Do NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT'S AC ADAPTER TO RAIN OR MOISTURE WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OF AC ADAPTER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. The lightning flash with arrow head symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons, The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT'S AC ADAPTER TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE AC ADAPTERWITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES OF THE AC ADAPTER CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. 1. Read Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the appliance should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions-All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning-Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleansers. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 6. Attachments-Do not use attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer or they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture-Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool-and the like. 8. Accessories-Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. 9. Ventilation-This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. Any slots or openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. KEEP CURTAINS AND OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIALS OUT OF DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE AC ADAPTER. 10. Power Sources-This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the supplied AC Adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. 11. Lightning-For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the AG adapter from the wall outlet. 12. Power Lines-An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power circuits, where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them may be fatal. 13. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 14. Servicing-Donot attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 15. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this productfromthe wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the AC adapter cord or plug is damaged. b. If the AC adapter has been exposed to rain or water. c. It the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. An improper adjustment may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. d. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. e. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service. 16. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 17. Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 18. Outdoor Antenna Grounding-Before attempting to install this product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. a. Use No.10 AWG (5.3MM2) copper, No.8 AWG (8.4MM2) aluminum, No.17 AWG (1 OMM2) copper-clad steel or bronze wire or larger, as ground wire. b. Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to house with stand-off insulators spaced from 4 feet (1.22m) to 6 feet (1.83m) apart. c. Mount antenna discharge unit as close as possible to where lead-in enters house. d. A driven rod maybe used as the grounding electrode where other types of electrode systems do not exist. Refer to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1990 for information. a. Use jumper wire not smaller than No.6 AWG 13.3mm2) copper or equivalent, when a separate antenna grounding electrode is used. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING RVICF GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H) I- GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM is a microprocessor controlled, synthesized, world band receiver with continuous coverage capability from 100 kHz through 30 MHz which includes the AM broadcast and shortwave bands. Reception also includes FM broadcast (87 - 108 MHz) and Aircraft (118 -137 MHz) bands. The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM offers excellent sensitivity, selectivity, dynamic range, and features that permit easy tuning of desired stations. Conveniently located front panel controls allow for rapid operator programming and ease of use. The unit can be operated from either the supplied AC ADAPTER or from six D cell batteries (not supplied) for portable operation. A low battery voltage indication is displayed when that condition exists. Three electronically switched IF filters are provided. The front panel liquid crystal display provides feedback of the current status of the receiver. The seven digit frequency display provides resolution to 100 Hz accuracy in the AM broadcast, Aircraft and Shortwave bands. Resolution to 20 kHz is displayed in the FM broadcast band mode. Backlighting of the display is selectable by a front panel button. To prolong battery life with internal battery operation, the backlighting automatically turns off after a short delay following a function change or retuning of the receiver. Reception modes include Lower/Upper Sideband (LSB), (USB), and AM in the Shortwave, and AM broadcast bands. For the Shortwave and AM broadcast bands, a selectable sideband synchronous detector (SYNC) allows for enhanced reception by eliminating or reducing distortion due to fading signals. During FM broadcast use, stereo reception is available through the use of headphones. Other built-in reception aids include selectable slow or fast AGC, RF attenuator for use in strong signal handling conditions, as well as treble and bass controls. Two in-dependent, real time clocks provide a local and alternative time selection. Also provided is a two event timer. A programmable memory area allows for 70 independent receiver set up memories. These memories do not require battery backup and are thus unaffected by power interruptions. All parameters associated with a particular memory channel are stored including the frequency, mode, bandwidth, fast or slow AGC, RF attenuator and synchronous detector. These memory channels may be accessed manually or through a time scan with each channel monitored for a 5 second period. POWER SUPPLY AC ADAPTER The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver is supplied with an auto-switchable AC ADAPTER to power it indoors. The AC ADAPTER is designed to be plugged into a wall outlet that supplies nominal 120 VAC, 60 Hz or nominal 230 VAC 50 Hz power. The AC adapter is supplied with a North American type connector. To use the unit in countries using a European type connector, plug the North American connector into the US to Europlug adapter that is provided. Connect the output connector of the AC adapter to the 9 VDC, 1 amp connector on the back of the receiver. Inserted batteries are automatically disconnected as soon as the AC adapter is plugged in to this connector. Europlug/US connector Europlug adapter Keep curtains and other flammable materials out of direct contact with the AC ADAPTER to avoid overheating. GRUNDIG assumes no responsibility for damage due to operation with an AC adapter other than the one supplied with this unit. BATTERY OPERATION AND INSTALLATION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver is designed to operate from either the supplied AC ADAPTER or from six D cell batteries (not supplied). NOTE: Check the batteries periodically for leakage. IF UNIT IS TO BE STORED OR OTHERWISE NOT USED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, REMOVE THE BATTERIES TO PREVENT CORROSION AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE RECEIVER. Battery Installation (1) Position receiver with the back panel towards you. (2) Remove battery access cover by pressing on the corrugated area in the center of the cover and sliding it to your left as far as it will go. Then gently pull it straight out from the rear panel. (3) Place 6 D cell alkaline type batteries into holder. Make sure the batteries are in the proper polarity position as illustrated in Figure 1. (4) Replace access cover by placing it over the left side of the opening and then sliding it to the right. Hint, when installing batteries, lay the radio face down, resting on the front handles. This protects the work surface and the front of the radio and keeps the batteries from falling out of the radio when you remove the cover. FIGURE 1: On the top row the tops of the batteries point toward the whip antenna. On the bottom row The tops of the batteries point away from the whip antenna. NOTE: The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM does not rely on the batteries for retention of memory channels. To ensure that clocks and timers are maintained following the loss of AC power or battery removal, the receiver must first be connected to a source of AC power or have batteries installed for a minimum of 10 minutes. If power is lost after this minimum charge time, clocks and timer settings are maintained for a time period of approximately 30 minutes. UNPACKING Carefully remove the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM and included AC ADAPTER from the shipping carton and examine them for evidence of damage. If any damage is noted, immediately contact the transportation company responsible for delivery or return the unit to the dealer from whom it was purchased. Keep the shipping carton and all packing material for the transportation company to inspect. The original carton and packing material should be retained for repackaging should it be necessary to return the receiver. Inspect the packing material for any accessories or printed material before storing the box. Locate the registration card, fill it out. and immediately return it to Grundig to ensure registration and validation of warranty. LOCATION For fixed locations, the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM should be operated from the AC ADAPTER. Keep curtains and other flammable material away from direct contact with the AC ADAPTER to avoid overheating which could result in failure or fire. FIXED INSTALLATION After unpacking the unit, connect the antenna system to the appropriate antenna input. Connect system ground to the compression terminal marked GND. Plug the output cable of the AC ADAPTER into the External DC Input connector on the rear panel of the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver. Plug the AC ADAPTER into a source of 120 VAC, 60 Hz or 230 VAC, 50 Hz power. Refer to the Figure 2 on page 11 for the diagram of a typical fixed installation PORTABLE OPERATION For use in a portable environment, the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM is operated from six (6) internally mounted D cell batteries. These batteries are not supplied and must be installed prior to portable operation of the receiver. See BATTERY INSTALLATION section on page 9, Figure 1 of this manual. For longest battery life, alkaline batteries are recommended for this product. NOTE: REMOVE THE BATTERIES IF THE RECEIVER IS TO BE STORED OR OTHERWISE NOT OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM DUE TO POSSIBLE BATTERY LEAKAGE OR CORROSION EFFECTS. The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM does not rely on the batteries for retention of memory channels. To ensure that the clocks and timers are maintained following a loss of AC power or battery removal, the receiver must first be connected to an AC power source or have batteries installed for a minimum of 10 minutes. If power is lost after this minimum charge time, clocks and event timer settings are maintained for a period of approximately 30 minutes. ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS (Refer to Figure 2, page 11) The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM incorporates rear panel switches to select between the internal whip antenna and various types of external antennas. The built-in WHIP antenna is available for use on all bands. For 100 kHz to 30 MHz operation, two antenna connectors are also provided. ANTENNA 1 is a 50 Ohm, SO- 239 coaxial input requiring a mating PL-259 connector. This input would typically be used as the primary AM broadcast and shortwave band antenna input. Antennas such as dipoles, trap dipoles, verticals and beams will provide the best results, depending upon the desired receiving frequency. ANTENNA 2 is a compression terminal type connection, providing high-impedance (500 Ohms typical) input. Antennas such as long wires or end-fed Zepps will provide the best results for ANTENNA 2. For reception in the 87-108 MHz and 118-137 MHz range, the FM/AIR 75 Ohm F connector - terminal is also provided. Outside TV antennas, folded dipoles or coaxial antennas will provide the best results with this input for reception of the FM broadcast and Aircraft bands. The best antenna for any of the previously mentioned inputs will depend on the frequency range and time of day for the particular signal in question. Refer to publications such as the ARRL Handbook or ARRL Antenna Manual (available in most public libraries) for help on selection and/or construction of the antennas mentioned above. If you have questions about antennas, contact Grundig Technical Support at, 1(800) 872-2228 in the U. S.A., or: 1 (800) 637-1648 in Canada. FIGURE 2: Facing the back of the radio, the antenna connections are on the lower left. From left to right you have the low frequency antenna selector switch, the high frequency antenna selector switch, and 'F connector for the FM/AIR antenna, two pus terminals for the 500 ohm wire antenna, first the ground, then the signal connector and finally the SO-329 short-wave antenna connector. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION 1. Power - Press this button to turn the unit on or off. 2. Headphone Jack - This connector accepts a 1/8 stereo/mono headphone connector. Stereo reception is possible only in the FM mode. All speaker outputs are automatically switched off when using the headphones. 3. Volume - With the receiver on, adjust this control clockwise to increase the audio level from the receiver's speaker, external speaker, or from headphones. Be certain to set the volume setting at the desired level for TIMER use. 4. Bass - This control adjusts the audio frequency response at the low end of the audio spectrum. Adjust clockwise for more bass response. 5. Treble - This control adjusts the audio frequency response at the high end of the audio spectrum. Adjust clockwise for more treble response. 6. Air Band Squelch - This control is operational only for the Aircraft band. The control allows muting of the receiver's audio when no signals are present. Adjust the control until background noise just disappears when no signal is being received. 7. Attenuator - Press to turn on the built in 20 dB attenuator to reduce the received signal strength in the AM broadcast and Shortwave bands as required. The attenuator is not active in the FM and Aircraft bands. Successive depressions of the button toggle the attenuator on and off. 8. AGC - Press to select either the Slow or Fast AGC setting for the AM broadcast, Shortwave and Aircraft bands. The AGC is not selectable in the FM mode. 9. Bandwidth - Press to select the desired bandwidth: 2.3 kHz, 4.0 kHz or 6.0 kHz. The bandwidth setting can be programmed to be automatic with mode selection, or manual. The default setting is for automatic selection. This function has no action in the FM mode. The 6.0 kHz bandwidth is automatically selected in the AM mode. The 2.3 kHz bandwidth is the default for the SSB modes. All three bandwidths are selectable by successive depressions of this button for the AM broadcast, Shortwave and Aircraft bands. To disable the automatic bandwidth selection with mode, start in the POWER OFF mode and press and hold the BANDWIDTH button while pressing the POWER button to put the receiver in the POWER ON mode. To enable the automatic bandwidth selection with mode operation, repeat the same procedure. 10. AM Sync - Press to select the AM mode of operation. Successive depressions toggle the synchronous detector on and off. Press to turn the synchronous detector off before selecting SSB modes. The AM and AM SYNC modes are not accessible in the FM band. The AM SYNC mode is not accessible in the Aircraft band. 11. SSB USB-LSB- Press to select the SSB mode of operation (SYNC must be turned off). Successive depressions alternately select the LSB or USB modes as displayed. The SSB mode of operation is not accessed in either the FM or Aircraft band modes. Pressing the SSB USB-LSB button while AM SYNC mode is engaged will alternately select the upper or lower sideband portions of the AM signal being received. 12. Band - Repeatedly pressing this button will cycle through the Air (Aircraft), FM (FM Broadcast), SW (Shortwave) and AM (AM broadcast) bands. 13. LCD Display - The backlit, liquid crystal display provides the current status of the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM such as frequency, mode, bandwidth, etc. Refer to LCD DISPLAY DESCRIPTION on page 14 of this manual for a full description. 14. Tuning - The TUNING knob and the Up and DOWN buttons are the primary tuning controls of the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM. Clockwise rotation of the dial increases frequency and counterclockwise rotation decreases frequency. The dial also incorporates variable speed tuning. The faster the dial is rotated, the faster the tuning speed. The UP button increases and the - DOWN button decreases the frequency by fixed steps (10 kHz or 9 kHz selectable in the AM broadcast band, 5 kHz on the Shortwave band, 100 kHz on the FM broadcast band and 25 kHz on the Aircraft band) with each depression. Pressing and holding either button will allow continuous stepping up or down as long as the button is depressed. 15. FUNCTION KEYS STORE - This button is used to store the desired frequency, mode, attenuator, synchronous detector, AGC bandwidth, etc. as one of 70 memory channels. When pressed, the MEMORY symbol will flash in the display. Enter a two digit number between 00 and 69 for the desired memory channel. An audible beep will indicate that the memory channel has been stored with the newly entered settings. MEMO - To recall a memory channel at any time, press the MEMO button and within three seconds of the button depression, enter a two-digit number between 00 and 69. With MEMORY displayed, other adjacent memory channels can be recalled by use of the UP and DOWN buttons. The Tuning knob may be used to tune from the recalled frequency of the selected memory channel. Please note that numerical entries are interpreted as frequency entries if the MEMORY channel number is not flashing. BEEP - The beep tone is provided to indicate that entries have been accepted or to notify of error. Press this button to enable or disable the beep. VFO - Press to place the receiver in the normal variable frequency tuning mode (VFO). Select desired frequency, mode, attenuator, synchronous detector, AGC, Bandwidth, etc. SKIP - In the memory mode, press to skip the current memory channel for a Scan operation. An S will be displayed to the right of the selected memory channel number. When an S is displayed next to a selected memory channel number, press this button to restore the memory channel for scan operation. SW BAND - Pressing the SW BAND button when SW. has been selected with the BAND button (see 12) will cause the - portion of the SW - METER display on the LCD to flash for approximately 2 seconds. During this 2 second interval, entering the meter designator for the desired meter band will cause the receiver to go to the low end of the frequency range for the` desired meter band. The frequency ranges for the defined meter shortwave bands are as shown in the Shortwave Band Designators table which follows. Shortwave Band Designators Band Low Freq High Freq 120 Meter 2300 kHz 2500 kHz 90 Meter 3200 kHz 3400 kHz . 75 Meter 3900 kHz 4000 kHz 60 Meter 4750kHz 5060 kHz 49 Meter 5950 kHz 6200 kHz 41 Meter 7100 kHz 7600 kHz 31 Meter 9500 kHz 9900 kHz 25 Meter 11,600 kHz 12,100 kHz 22 Meter 13,570 kHz 13,870 kHz 19 Meter 15,100 kHz 15,800 kHz 16 Meter 17,480 kHz 17,900 kHz 13 Meter 21,450 kHz 21,850 kHz 11 Meter 25,600 kHz 26,100 kHz DEL - Press and hold for three seconds to delete a selected memory channel. An audible beep indicates that the selected memory channel has been deleted. SCAN - Pressing this button starts scanning of the current block of 10 channels. The receiver will stop at each programmed memory channel for 5 seconds, then increment to the next memory channel. Channels programmed for SKIP will not be scanned, Press this button again to stop the scan operation. 16. Direct- Key-input Numeric Keys - Keys 0 thru 9 plus the DECIMAL key are used to make direct numeric entries of frequencies, memory channel numbers and meter band designators. CLR LOCK - Press this key to clear an incorrectly entered frequency or other value. Pressing and holding this button for three seconds will cause the receiver to be locked in its present configuration. All front panel push button controls (except for the power button) as well as the tuning knob will be ineffective, and LOCKED will appear on the LCD display. To return to normal operating mode, once again press the CLR LOCK key for three seconds. 17. Signal Strength Meter - This meter indicates the relative received signal level in S-units, and clB above S9. Each S-unit between S1 and S9 equals an approximate 5 clB change in received signal strength. Each clB number above S9 represents a 10 dB increase in received signal strength. 18. SET Keys CLOCK - Pressing this button will display the current time of the current clock. After three seconds, the display will revert to the current frequency. Pressing and releasing this button while the time is displayed will toggle the time display between the two clocks (local or alternate). The timer will operate according to the last displayed clock time. See section on SETTING THE 24 HOUR CLOCKS on page 21. TIMER - Pressing this button will activate the timer mode. If the Timer has been activated, the TIMER symbol will be displayed even after the receiver is turned off. The receiver will automatically turn on and off as programmed. See section on SETTING TIMER ON/ OFF TIMES on page 22. LAMP - Press to turn the display backlighting on or off. With internal battery operation, the backlighting automatically turns off after a short delay following a function change or retuning of the receiver in order to prolong battery life. Also, the receiver senses Battery or AC operation, and allows the lamp to remain lit if on AC. 19. Speaker - This is the opening for the internal speaker for the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM RECEIVER, LCD DISPLAY DESCRIPTION 1. TIMER - This annunciator indicates the state of the Timer as either Active or Inactive. Refer to the CLOCK AND TIMER FUNCTIONS section on page 21. 2. LOCK - When illuminated, this annunciator indicates that the Main TUNING knob and all front panel keypads (except for the POWER button) are not active. 3. MEMORY 00 - This annunciator indicates current memory location from 00 to 69. MEMORY will light when the receiver enters the memory mode. Refer to MEMORY FUNCTIONS on page 19. 4. BATT - When operating on internal batteries, BATT blinks to indicate a low charge on batteries. ATT Indicates that the built-in attenuator is activated. 5. AGC FAST/SLOW - indicates the AGC setting, Slow or Fast. 6. AM SYNC - Indicates that the AM mode of reception is on. If SYNC is also illuminated, then the synchronous AM mode of detection is on. 7. USB - Indicates that the upper sideband mode of detection is on. LSB - Indicates that the Lower sideband mode of detection is on. 8. FM - Indicates that the FM mode of detection is on. This mode is available only on the FM broadcast band (87 - 108 MHz). 9. SW 120 METER - Indicates the shortwave band designators that define a range of frequencies for each band as follows: Shortwave Band Designators Band Low Freq High Freq 120 Meter 2300 kHz 2500 kHz 90 Meter 3200 kHz 3400kHz 75 Meter 3900kHz 4000 kHz 60 Meter 4750kHz 5060 kHz 49 Meter 5950 kHz 6200 kHz 41 Meter 7100 kHz 7600 kHz 31 Meter 9500 kHz 9900kHz 25 Meter 11,600 kHz 12,100 kHz 22 Meter 13,570 kHz 13,870 kHz 19 Meter 15,100 kHz 15,800 kHz 16 Meter 17,480 kHz 17,900 kHz 13 Meter 21,450 kHz 21,850 kHz 11 Meter 25,600 kHz 26,100 kHz 10. AIR -indicates that the Aircraft band (118-137 has been selected. 11. 7-Digit Readout - This display indicates the operating frequency of the receiver. The frequency displayed in kHz for the AM broadcast and Sho bands. The FM and Aircraft band frequencies are displayed in MHz. 12. SCAN 00 S - Indicates that the receiver is in memory channel SCAN mode and displays the number of the currently scanned channel, from 00 to 69. In MEMORY mode, the S illuminates to indicate that particular memory channel will be skipped over SCAN operation is activated. 13. 6.0 4.0 2.3 - Indicates which IF filter is selected There is no indication in the FM mode. 14. Indicates that a stereo FM bm is tuned in. REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION 1. ANTENNA 1 - This connector is used when attaching receiving antennas with coaxial feed lines of 50 Ohm nominal impedance. It accepts a standard PL-259 plug. If selected by the Shortwave Antenna Select switch (item 2), this input operates for the AM Broadcast and Shortwave bands only (100 kHz to 30 MHz). 2. SHORTWAVE ANTENNA SELECT - This switch selects one of three possible antenna systems to be used for the 100 kHz to 30 MHz antenna input. Positions 1 and 2 select ANTENNA 1 and ANTENNA 2 respectively, which are described in items 1 and 5 on this section. When WHIP is selected, the built in whip antenna, located at the rear right-hand corner of the receiver's top, is connected. Also built into the receiver is a ferrite rod antenna which also operates when this switch is in the WHIP position, AND the receiver is tuned between 100 kHz and 1800 kHz. 3. FM/AIR ANTENNA SELECT - This switch allows selection of either the built-in WHIP antenna, or an external 75 Ohm antenna connected at the FM/AIR terminal (item 4) for the 87 - 108 MHz and 118 - 137 MHz frequency ranges. 4. FM/AIR Antenna - This F type input is designed for an unbalanced 75 Ohm input connection that is encountered with coaxial feeds. Connect to the FM connection of a TV/FM outdoor antenna feed (splitter), it available. Folded dipoles or coaxial antennas will also provide good results with this input for reception of the FM broadcast and Aircraft Bands. If selected by the FM/AIR Antenna Select switch (item 3), this input operates for the FM Broadcast (87 - 108 MHz) and Aircraft (118 kHz to 137 MHz) bands only. 5. ANTENNA 2 -This connector can be used to attach a high impedance (500 Ohm nominal) antenna. Use the GND (black) and 500 Ohm (red) terminals for a 500 Ohm antenna. If selected by the Shortwave Antenna Select switch (Item 2), this input operates for the AM Broadcast and Shortwave (100 kHz to 30 MHz) bands only. 6. LINE AUDIO OUT -These RCA connectors provide constant low level left and right audio sources that are independent of the front panel VOLUME, TREBLE and BASS control settings. They are designed to interface to a tape recorder, CW/RTTY clemodulators, stereo amplifiers, etc. 7. Battery Compartment - This compartment houses 6 IEC-LR20 or IEC R20 or D cells to provide 9 VDC to the receiver for portable operation. To gain access to the battery compartment, press the corrugated area of the battery compartment panel and slide it to the left. Then gently pull the panel from the receiver. To replace the cover, simply reverse this process. 8. EXT DC INPUT - Connect the AC ADAPTER output cable to this connector. The receiver requires 9 VDC power at approximately 1 Amp current. With external DC power applied, the internal batteries are not used. 9. EXTERNAL SPEAKER - This connector accepts a standard 1/4 diameter, 3 circuit, (stereo) phone plug for connection of external 4 to 8 Ohm speakers. 10. WHIP ANTENNA - The receiver has a built-in telescoping antenna that can be used on all bands. Note that the pivot point section of the antenna must be exposed out of its nesting tube to permit moving the antenna from its vertical orientation. Extend the telescoping sections and position the antenna for best signal reception. Be sure the corresponding rear panel antenna select switch is set to the WHIP position for WHIP antenna reception. GETTING STARTED GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver has been designed for ease of use. Please take a few moments to read through this section and familiarize yourself with general operating information. MICROPROCESSOR RESET A power-up reset routine will be activated anytime after the receiver COMPLETELY loses power, either from internal batteries or external DC input. This will be observed by the front panel display illuminating all annunciators for 3 seconds, followed by the clock display. However, short term power failures of up to 30 minutes are masked by an internal back-up capacitor. This will allow ample time for battery replacement without loss of the internal clock. Note: Any programmed memory locations will NOT be lost under a power- up reset due to the memory design of the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM. BEEP TONES The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM responds to all key depressions with an audible beep unless the beep has been disabled by the BEEP button. No beep is generated under any condition for depressions of the TUNING keys when in VFO mode. Beep tones indicate the following. One short tone for a key depression. One long, high tone when storing a memory channel. One long, low tone for any illegal key depression. FIRST STEPS Please refer to the front panel illustration and set the controls as described below. (1) Install 6 D batteries or connect AC ADAPTER. (2) Fully extend the whip antenna and adjust to a vertical position, or connect an external antenna to appropriate rear panel terminals. Set rear panel ANTENNA SELECTOR switch(es) to appropriate position(s). (3) Press POWeR and adjust VOLUME to a comfortable level. (4) Select the desired band by pressing the BAND button until the desired band is displayed on the front panel display. (5) Enter the desired frequency by using one of several methods covered below. DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY Direct entry of a desired frequency is possible using the Direct-Key-In put keys. While entering a frequency, if an incorrect frequency is entered, pressing the CLR LOCK button will clear the entry in progress and return the receiver to its previous settings. The second depression of the decimal "." button acts as an ENTER and causes immediate response to the entered frequency. If You do not press the decimal "." button a second time at the end, the receiver will automatically enter the frequency after a slight delay. Enter frequency as follows: (A) The Shortwave and AM broadcast bands enter in kHz (Kilohertz). A maximum of 6 digits may he entered. Examples: 700 kHz Press 7 0 0 Decimal Decimal (double asterisk note here) 29660 kHz Press 2 9 6 6 0 Decimal Decimal (double asterisk note here) 14258 point 1 kHz Press 1 4 2 5 8 decimal 1 OR Press 1 4 2 5 8 1 (single asterisk note here) Single asterisk note explained. * When the maximum number of allowed digits is entered, the decimal point will be automatically placed between the 1 kHz and .1 kHz digits and need not be entered. ** The second depression of the DECIMAL button acts as an ENTER and causes immediate response to the enter frequency. If you do not press the decimal .a second time at the end, the receiver will automatically enter th frequency after a slight delay, (B) Aircraft and FM broadcast bands enter in MHz (megahertz). A maximum of 5 digits may be entered for FM, and a maximum of 7 digits may be entered for Aircraft band entries. Examples: 97 point 7 Mhz Press 9 7 decimal 7 decimal (double asterisk note here) 121 point 9 MHz Press 1 2 1 point 9 decimal (double asterisk note here) Attempting to enter a frequency outside the tuning range of the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver will cause the ERROR annunciator to flash along with the error beep to be heard. The receiver will then return to its previous settings- SHORTWAVE METER BAND DESIGNATOR ENTRY To facilitate tuning to particular sections of the shortwave band that contain many worldwide broadcasts of news, information and music, the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM permits entry of the METER band designator. In some cases, the worldwide broadcast station may not announce its exact operating frequency, but will announce the METER band in which it is operating or to which band it will move to improve worldwide reception at a particular time of day. By entering this METER band number, the receiver automatically tunes to the low frequency end of the corresponding METER band. The search for the new station location is thus limited to a particular smaller section of the entire shortwave band spectrum. The Shortwave Band Designators and corresponding frequency ranges are as follows: Shortwave Band Designators Band Low Freq High Freq 120 Meter 2300 kHz 2500 kHz 90 Meter 3200 kHz 3400 kHz 75 Meter 3900 kHz 4000 kHz 60 Meter 4750 kHz 5060 kHz 49 Meter 5950 kHz 6200 kHz 41 Meter 7100 kHz 7600 kHz 31 Meter 9500 kHz 9900 kHz 25 Meter 11,600 kHz 12,100 kHz 22 Meter 13,570 kHz 13,870 kHz 19 Meter 15,100 kHz 15,800 kHz 16 Meter 17,480 kHz 17,900 kHz 13 Meter 21,450 kHz 21,850 kHz 11 Meter 25,600 kHz 26,100 kHz Press the BAND button as required to enter the shortwave band tuning mode. At this point, you can enter a frequency with the Direct-Key-Input buttons, or use the TUNING knob and/or the UP and DOWN buttons to change frequency. To enter a shortwave band METER designator, press the SW BAND button to display a flashing METER number entry prompt. The prompt will flash for approximately 3 seconds after the SW BAND button is pressed. While it is still flashing, enter one of the listed two or three digit Band numbers corresponding to the desired METER band designator using the Direct-Key-input buttons. While the METER annunciator is flashing, the UP and DOWN buttons can also be used to step quickly from band to band. After selection of the METER band, use the TUNING knob or UP and DOWN buttons to change the frequency, or press the Direct-Key- input keys to make a direct frequency entry. FREQUENCY RESOLUTION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM tunes in the following steps: Mode Display Resolution Tuning Resolution Broadcast Band: AM 100 Hz 100 Hz 10 kHz/9 kHz Shortwave Band: AM USB, LSB 100 Hz 100 Hz 100 Hz 50 Hz 5 kHz 5 kHz FM 10 kHz The synchronous detector will lock to the strongest signal that is within the IF passband when it is activated. Most of the time, the strongest signal will be the carrier of the desired signal. First, be sure the main tuning is set to within 1 kHz of the desired stations transmitting frequency. Press the AM SYNC button to activate synchronous operation. If adjacent channel interference or any other undesired signal is sufficiently strong, the synchronous detector may lock to it instead. In that case, press the AM SYNC button again to turn the synchronous detector off, and repeat the tuning process. For severe cases of fading, set the audio bandwidth to 4 kHz. If interference is present, press the SSB USBLSB button to select the sideband with the least interference once AM SYNC has been selected. If the interference is sufficiently severe to prevent reception, select a narrower IF bandwidth and retune to the desired signal. After reception is obtained, select a wider bandwidth and/or alternate sideband if desired. When AM SYNC has been activated, moving the TUNING knob will cause the SYNC circuit to momentarily disengage (indicated by SYNC flashing), then back on again when tuning has stopped. AM SYNC does not function on the AIR band, and will not operate properly on intermittent transmissions such as those encountered on CB radio, and AIR bands. For those types of transmissions, use the AM mode. Press the AM SYNC button to turn the synchronous detector off before selecting LSB or USB modes. SSB OPERATION Tuning in a single sideband (SSB) signal can be somewhat frustrating for the first time listener. In either of the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM's SSB modes, LSB (lower sideband), or USB (upper sideband), the receiver will select the 2.3 kHz bandwidth automatically (the receiver may be programmed to NOT automatically select a bandwidth. Refer to Automatic Bandwidth Setting With Mode Selection DISABLE (ENABLE) in, the Special Use Features and Functions section of this manual). Generally, LSB is used below 10 MHz and USB is used above 10 MHz. When initially tuning in the desired station, tune slowly. If the station is unintelligible, try the other sideband, again tuning slowly. A station tuned in on the wrong sideband is totally unreadable but a station mistuned on the correct sideband may sound like Donald Duck. Further tuning will result in a more normal voice pitch. FM OPERATION FM reception is perhaps the easiest mode to use on the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM. The AGC and BANDWIDTH settings are not used in FM. In fact, attempting to activate these buttons will result in an ERROR beep. All FM stations in the U.S. end in an odd 100 kHz, i.e. 97.7 MHz, and are spaced 200 kHz apart. The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM has the ability to tune in 20 kHz steps to allow tuning in between stations to help eliminate interference to weaker stations that could be covered up by stronger adjacent stations. Additionally, when headphones or external speakers are used, true stereo reception is possible. The front panel stereo indicator sT will light when a stereo station is tuned in. The receiver will automatically switch to stereo and provide left and right audio from the headphone jack, lin output jacks, or external speaker jack. If the headphones or external speakers are removed while listening to a stereo broadcast, the receiver will provide monaural audio from the internal speaker, and the front panel stereo indicator will disappear. AGC OPERATION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM provides the ability to select a Slow or Fast AGC setting. Either of the two settings will permit automatic control of the receiver's gain thereby producing a constant audio output free of distortion. Generally, the Slow AGC setting is preferred for reception of AM and SSB signals. The Fast AGC setting allows more rapid automatic receiver gain adjustment to quickly fading signal levels. The AGC does not function in the FM mode. MEMORY DESCRIPTION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM contains 70 memory locations that can be used to store and recall commonly monitored frequencies. These 70 locations are divided into blocks of 10, ie. 00-09, 10-19 20-29, etc. This allows convenient grouping of frequencies. As an example, 00-09 could be AM broadcast stations, 10-19 could be FM broadcast stations, 20-29 could be various time stations such as CHU and WWV, etc. With memory locations programmed, you can use the SCAN function to automatically monitor desired memory frequencies. The following operating parameters may be stored in any memory location. (1) Frequency, (2) Mode, (3) Bandwidth, (4) AGC setting, (5) Attenuator, (6) Synchronous detector. STORING A MEMORY CHANNEL First, be sure that the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM is in the VFO mode (MEMORY or SCAN not displayed). If required, press the VFO button to place unit in the VFO mode. (A) Select the desired frequency, mode, bandwidth, etc. (B) Press the STORE button. MEMORY will light and the memory channel number will flash for approximately 3 seconds, While it is still flashing, enter a two-digit number from 00 to 69 A confirmation beep will be heard. (C) The receiver will return to the VFO mode and the last used memory location will be displayed in the MEMORY location of the display. RECALLING A MEMORY LOCATION To select a specific memory channel, press the tMEMO button. This will cause MEMORY to light on the front panel display, and the MEMORY channel number Will flash for approximately 3 seconds. While it is still flashing, enter a two digit number of the desired memory channel to be received. Make certain that the successive button depressions are made within 3 seconds of each other. Other memory channels may be selected by pressing the MEMO button and entering two digit numbers. If a channel number is selected that is empty, Error will flash. The large TUNING knob may be used to tune from the frequency that was stored in the selected memory channel. The MEMORY symbol turns off, but the last memory channel number still shows. Pressing the mEmo button will cause the receiver to return to the last selected memory channel number and the MEMORY symbol will turn on. DELETING A MEMORY LOCATION Select the memory channel to be deleted as described in RECALLING A MEMORY LOCATION. Press and hold the DEL button for 3 seconds. A beep will be heard to indicate that the contents stored in the selected memory channel number have been deleted. SCAN FUNCTIONS SCAN DESCRIPTION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM provides a time scan function of programmed memory channels using the SCAN button. Scan will begin and end within a 10 channel block of programmed memory channels as indicated by the most significant digit of the selected memory channel number. Block Number Memory Channel Scan Range 0 00-09 1 10-19 2 20-29 3 30-39 4 40-49 5 50-59 6 60-69 The receiver will stop at each programmed memory channel within the block for 5 seconds and then increment to the next memory channel. Memory channels that are programmed to be skipped will not be scanned. The SCAN symbol will be displayed for the duration of the scan action. Scanning will continue until the SCAN button is pressed again. Example for SCAN: Suppose that memory channels 30 through 39 are programmed and it is desired to scan these channels. To initiate the scan action, press the SCAN button followed by the two-digit channel number entry (can enter 30 through 39 for this example). Press the SCAN button. The receiver will begin scanning from the selected memory channel and continue scanning in sequence: 30 - 31 - 32 - etc. Press the SCAN button again to stop the scanning action. Note that if channels 29 and 40 were stored, they would not be included in a scan of the channels starting with a 3 as the most significant digit of the channel number. MEMORY CHANNEL SKIP A memory channel can be skipped for scan operations. While in the MEMORY mode, press the SKipl button. The display will indicate that the SKIP function has been stored for that particular memory channel number. An S will be displayed to the right of the memory channel number on the display. Repeat the same sequence as described to remove the SKIP function from a memory channel number. Example for MEMORY CHANNEL SKIP: Refer to the previous example on this page. Suppose it is desired to skip the memory channel number 34 from the scan action: >From the normal variable frequency tuning and reception mode (VFO) or from the Memory mode, press the MEMO button followed by the two-digit number 34. Press the SKIP button. An S will illuminate to the right of the displayed 34. When the scan action is initiated, all channel numbers 30 through 39, except 34, will be scanned. Note that the memory contents of channel 34 still remain. It is skipped over only in the scan sequence. To allow channel 34 to again be included in the scan sequence, press the MEMO button followed by the two-digit number 34. Press the SKIP button to remove the SKIP function from channel 34 for this example. The S indicator in the display will turn off. CLOCK AND TIMER FUNCTIONS TIME DISPLAY The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM incorporates a dual time clock allowing two 24 hour clocks to be set and maintained. During loss of AC power, or during battery changing, clock operation is maintained for a period of approximately 30 minutes, if the receiver has been connected to an AC power source or had the batteries installed for a minimum time of 10 minutes. The two-event timer functions are also derived from the last displayed clock, therefore the clocks must be set first for proper TIMER operation. TIMER Settings are also maintained through a power loss for a period of approximately 30 minutes. Pressing the CLOCK button once will display the current time of the current clock. After approximately 3 seconds, the display will revert to the current frequency. Pressing and releasing the CLOCK button while time is being displayed will toggle the time display between the two clocks. Normally the clock accompanied by the L on the display will be set with the local time, while the alternate clock will be set to display GMT (UTC) time. The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM will display the selected clock when the POWER switch is turned off. SETTING THE 24 HOUR CLOCKS Select local (1) or alternate time clock by pressing the CLOCK button. Press and hold the CLOCK button for three seconds until the colon begins flashing rapidly. If the L is illuminated, you are setting the local clock. With no L displayed, you are setting the alternate clock. Either clock can be set first. Time is entered in a 24 hour format. Enter the time in HH:MM, with the colon understood. The CLR/LOCK button can be pressed to erase erroneous entries. Press the CLOCK button to start the clock when the actual time value agrees with the entered time. The colon will flash at one second intervals when the clock is running. Example for Local Clock Set: With frequency displayed, suppose it is desired to set 13:01 Press and hold the CLOCK button until the colon flashes rapidly. Press the following sequence of numeric buttons: 1301 When the actual time is 13:01, Press the CLOCK button. The clock is now started. TIMER OPERATION The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM includes two programmable event timers allowing the receiver to turn ON or OFF at preset times. The timers may be used separately or together and may recall a currently displayed frequency, memory channel or a combination of both. In addition, programming only an OFF time provides a Sleep timer, and programming only an ON time provides a Wake timer. Note that the timers, when activated, respond to the last displayed clock. Programming the timers is a two step process. Step one is to set the ON and OFF times. Step two is to assign a frequency or memory channel to a timer. This assignment occurs when the desired timer is actually enabled. SETTING TIMER ON/OFF TIMES Press and hold the TIMER button for approximately 2 seconds until the 'TIMER' annunciator turns on, and 'ON' flashes. The 'ON' Time will also be indicated in the frequency portion of the display (same readout format as the clock) as well as the number '1' or '2' displayed to the right of the time. The number '1' or '2' indicates which one of the two event timers you are programming. Press the desired 'Direct-Key-Input' buttons to enter a new 'ON' time. Enter the time in 'HH:MM' and in 24 hour format. Press the CLEAR/LOCK button to remove the 'ON' time, to use the timer as a Sleep timer. For a Wake timer, program an 'ON' time and remove the 'OFF' time. To set the 'OFF' time, press the TIMER button again to display 'OFF' time. Press the desired 'Direct-Key-Input' buttons to enter a new 'OFF' time. Enter the time in 'HH:MM' and in 24 hour format. Press the CLEAR/LOCK button to remove the 'OFF' time, if desired. Press the TIMER button again to enter TIMER 2 'ON' time. Press the TIMER button again to enter TIMER 2 'OFF' time. Finally, press the TIMER button to save the settings and switch the display to normal readout values. 1)Example for Setting Timer '1' With frequency displayed, suppose it is desired to set Timer '1' for a local ON Time of '16:59' and an OFF Time of ' 18:01'. Action: Press and hold the TIMER button for 2 seconds. Press the button sequence 1659 Press TIMER Press the button sequence 1801 Press TIMER If it is desired to set 'Timer 2', use the same procedure as that for 'Timer 1'. Otherwise, Press TIMER, TIMER to exit the 'Setting Timer' operation and return to normal frequency display. ENABLING/DISABLING TIMER OPERATION Press the TIMER button. The 'TIMER' symbol will light in addition to either or both the timer '1' or timer '2' indication. After 2 seconds with no entry, the display reverts back to frequency readout. Timer '1' can be disabled/enabled by pressing the '1' numeric digit on the 'Direct-Key-Input' keypad while the timer enable display is showing. Timer '2' can be disabled/enabled by pressing the numeric digit '2' on the 'Direct-Key-Input' keypad while the timer enable display is showing. Prior to enabling either or both timers, consider one of two possible cases for each timer: eg.) -To Enable TIMER '1' – (1) '-' is displayed: Press the 1 button to display '1'. (2) '1' is displayed: Press the 1 button twice to again display '1'. It is important to note that the timer is enabled only when the timer is deliberately changed from a '-' to a '1', or to a '2'. What is displayed on the LCD display is a dash, that is, - . They have the dash in single quotes. That operation changes the LCD display from a dash to 1. Even if the '1' or '2' is already displayed, the timer is not enabled unless the '-' to '1' or '2' transition occurs. Setting a '-' for either timer DISABLES the respective timer. When a dash is displayed for either timer, the respective timer is disabled. Timers '1' and '2' Enabled Timer '1' Enabled: Timer '2' Disabled If either one or both the timer '1' or timer '2' are enabled, the TIMER symbol will continue to be displayed after the receiver is turned off. Be certain to leave the volume setting at the desired level. The receiver will automatically turn on and off displayed), the timer programming in either or both timers is retained, but no TIMER action will take place until one or both are enabled. 2)Example for Setting Overlapping Events: With frequency displayed, suppose it is desired to record a one hour program on one frequency with a beginning time of '16:59' and an ending time of '18:00', and a second program on the same frequency with a beginning time of '18:00' and an ending time of '19:01'. Action: Press and hold the TIMER button for 2 seconds. Press the button sequence 1659 Press TIMER Press 'CLR/LOCK' (enters no OFF Time for timer '1') Press TIMER Press the button sequence 1800 Press TIMER Press the button sequence 1901 Press TIMER for normal frequency display. 3) Example for Setting Events on Two Different Memory Channels: PROGRAMMING MEMORY 08 in Timer '1' and MEMORY 29 in Timer '2': With frequency displayed, Press 'MEMO' followed within two seconds by button sequence: 08 Press TIMER followed within 2 seconds by depression of the 1 button until the '1' is displayed with 'MEMORY 08'. After 3 seconds, the display reverts to the frequency readout. With frequency displayed, press MEMO followed within 2 seconds by button sequence 29. Press TIMER followed within 2 seconds by depression(s) of the 2 button until the '2' is displayed with 'MEMORY 29' indicated. After 3 seconds, the display reverts to the frequency readout. To set an event with no memory channel to be recalled, exit the memory mode before enabling the event. In this case, the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver maintains its current settings. Refer to 'ENABLING/ DISABLING TIMER OPERATION' to enable or disable either of the two timers. SPECIAL USE FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver has several special features that are referred to in the main body of this Owner's manual but may require additional explanation. LOCK ALL ENTRY TO KEYPAD The receiver front panel buttons with the exception of the POWER button and TUNING knob may be locked or disabled by pressing and holding the CLR LOCK button for 3 seconds. Press the CLR LOCK button and hold for 3 seconds. A confirmation beep will be heard when the CLR is pressed. flM will appear on the front panel display after 3 seconds to indicate that the front panel buttons and TUNING control are locked. Press the CLR LOCK again for 3 seconds to unlock the front panel buttons and tuning control. The beep will again be heard when the CLR button is pressed and the am indicator on the front panel display will disappear after 3 seconds, indicating that the TUNING control and front panel buttons have been released. BROADCAST BAND TUNING STEP SIZE In the AM broadcast band, the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver increments the frequency in 10 kHz steps when pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. The 10 kHz step size is practical for tuning the U.S. and Canadian broadcast bands. However, the step size can be changed to 9 kHz to permit practical tuning of European broadcast stations. The tuning step size is held in nonvolatile memory and thus is not lost during power failure or battery changing. To select the alternate step size, With POWER OFF Press and hold the SCAN button while pressing the POWER button to put the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver in the POWER'ON'mode. If the step size was 10 kHz prior to performing the above procedure, then the 9 kHz step size for the broadcast band is now programmed. To change back to 10 kHz, repeat the same procedure. DELETE ALL MEMORY CHANNELS If it is desired to delete all programmed memory channels, perform the following procedure: With POWER OFF, Press and hold the DEL button while pressing the POWeR button to put the SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver in the POWER'ON'mode. Hold the DEL button until a confirmation beep is heard to indicate that ALL memory locations have been cleared. AUTOMATIC BANDWIDTH SETTING WITH MODE SELECTION DISABLE (ENABLE) The SATELLIT 800 MILLENNIUM receiver permits automatic setting of the bandwidth appropriate for each mode of detection. For example, 6.0 kHz bandwidth would be selected automatically for AM mode operation, and 2.3 kHz bandwidth would be selected for SSB mode. Of course, pressing the BANDWIDTH button temporarily overrides the automatic setting until a mode change is made. The setting, automatic or manual bandwidth selection with mode, is held in inonvolatile memory and is not lost during power loss or during battery changing. To disable the automatic bandwidth with mode, With POWER OFF, Press and hold the'BANDWIDTH button while pressing the POWER button to put the receiver in the POWER'ON'mode. To enable Automatic Bandwidth Selection with Mode operation, repeat the same procedure. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE The -3 .. symbol indicates that the button is to be pressed within three seconds. This is a symbol, a small picture in the manual that when present indicates that the associated buttom should be depressed for 3 seconds. The symbol is a superscript 3 with a short line under the 3 with an arrow head pointing to the right. They are the ones listed next. Select Band Display Time Activate (Enable) Timer Memory Functions Store Memory Channel Recall Memory Channel Skip Memory Channel Delete a Memory Channel Scan Memory Select normal frequency display (VFO) (page 13) Press VFO. Press BAND. Select Band (page 12) Press BAND button (scrolls through Aircraft, FM Broadcast, Shortwave, and AM Broadcast bands). When in Shortwave mode, press a to or three digit entry from Direct- Key- Input keypad for Shortwave Meter band designation. Adjust Frequency (page12) Select Band. Turn TUNING knob, Press UP and DOWN keys, use Direct-Key-Entry keypad. Select Mode (page 12) Press AM SYNC for displayed AM. Press AM SYNC to toggle to'AM SYNC. Press SSB USB-LSB to toggle between'USB and LSB when AM SYNC'is displayed. Press'BAND'as required to display FM. Press SSB USB-LSB to select SSB mode when'AM'is displayed for SSB mode (AM Sync must be off). Select SYNC (page 12) With unit in'AM'mode, press'AM SYNC'for displayed AM SYNC. Select Bandwidth (page 12) Press BANDWIDTH for displayed 6.0','4.0'or'2.3 (not active in FM mode). Select AGC (page 12) Press AGC for displayed S or F (not active in FM mode). Attenuator On or Off (page 12) Press ATT for displayed ATT or blank (not active in FM'or'AIR modes). Set Time (Page 2 1) Press CLOCK to display either Local (L) or alternate time. Press CLOCK and hold until colon flashes. Use keypad to enter time in HH:MM'format. Press CLOCK to start clock. Display Time (Page 2 1) Press CLOCK to display alternate time). Set Timer On/Off Timer (page 22-23) Press TIMER (hold) until TIMER ON shows. Use Direct-key Input keypad to enter On time for TIMER '1'. Press TIMER again. Use Direct-Key-Entry keypad to enter Off time for TIMER '1'. Press TIMER again. Use Direct-Key-Entry keypad to enter On time for TIMER '2'. Press TIMER again. Use Direct-Key-Entry keypad to enter Off time for TIMER '2'. Press TIMER again to leave the set mode. Activate (Enabling) Timer (page 22) Press TIMER, 1 and/or 2. Lock (or Unlock) Controls (page 14) Press and hold CLR LOCK until UM is displayed (extinguishes). Pushbuttons and TUNING knob are inactive (active). Lamp On/Off (page 13) Press LAMP to turn display backlight on or off. Disable Beep (page 13) Press BEEP to enable or disable audio beep. MEMORY FUNCTIONS Store Memory Channel (page 19) Select bandwidth and adjust frequency. Press MEMO, MEMORY wiLL light and channel number flashes, . use Direct-Key-Input keypad to enter two digit memory channel number from 00 to 69. Recall Memory Channel (page 19) Press MEMO, desired two digit number from Direct-Key-Input keypad or use UP and DOWN buttons. Skip Memory Channel (page 20) Press MEMO,, desired two digit number from Direct-Key- Input keypad. Press SKIP, S will appear next to memory channel number. Delete a Memory Channel (page 19) MEMO, desired two digit number from Direct-Key-input keypad. Press and hold DEL for 3 seconds. Delete all Memory Channels (page 25) With power off, press DEL while pressing the POWeR button. --@'until confirmation beep indicates all channel Hold memory has been deleted. SCAN MODE The scan feature only works with channels programmed within a block (page 20) Scan memory (page 20) MEMO, desired two digit number from Direct-Key-Input keypad to select the block to scan. SCAN to start scan. Then SCAN. REAR PANEL CONTROLS Shortwave Antenna Select (page 15) Select 1, or WHIP as desired. Connect appropriate antenna(s). FM AIR Antenna Select (page 15) Select either EXTernal or WHIP as desired. Connect appropriate antenna. GLOSSARY OF TERMS 1) AC Input - Alternating Current power source available at wall outlet sockets. 2) AM - Signals in which the information is conveyed by amplitude changes of the signal. Amplitude Modulation is used for the AM broadcast bands. 3) AGC - Automatic Gain Control which is employed in receivers to adjust the amount of gain in the receiver's circuitry to prevent distortion and maintain a nearly constant audio volume level over wide variations in received signal strength. 4) Attenuation - Loss, as applied in the text of this manual, added prior to the input stages of the receiver to reduce the level of very strong signals that may occur on certain bands, in certain locations, at certain times or a combination of all three factors. Each 10 clB (decibel) step reduces the power of the received signal by a factor of ten, 5) CW - Continuous Wave transmission signals. Actually, the signal is keyed on and off at precise intervals to convey information. Morse code is the most common CW signal. 6) DC Input - Direct Current power source such as is available from batteries or regulated power supplies. 7) Range - Ability of the receiver to faithfully rep=eichigh quality audio over a wide range of signal strength conditions - from very weak signals to very strong signals. 8) Frequency - Rate of reoccurrence in hertz or cycles per second of an electromagnetic wave or carrier. 9) FM - Signals in which the information is conveyed by frequency changes of the signal. Frequency Modulation is used for the FM broadcast bands. 10) Electronically Switched Filter - A multi-bandwidth filter with high adjacent channel attenuation switched electronically. 11) GMT - Greenwich Mean Time. 12) HF - High Frequency band extends from approximately 1.5 MHz to 30 MHz. 13) LCD - Liquid-Crystal Display - Low power consumption displays used for wristwatches and information displays on many types of electronic equipment. 14) LSB - Lower Side Band - The lower frequency portion, excluding the carrier, of an AM signal. A single-sideband signal, in this case the lower sideband, contains all of the modulation information of amplitude modulation in one half the bandwidth. 15) RF - Radio frequency. 16) RTTY - Radio Teletype communications. 17) Squelch - A user controlled adjustment which mutes the audio output below a certain signal strength. 18) Synchronous Detector - An amplitude modulation detector which utilizes a replica of the original transmitted carrier signal to improve the reception of weak signals. 19) Synthesized - Capable of generating a large number of different output frequencies, all related to a single, highly stable reference source. 20) Up Conversion - A frequency conversion technique that translates an incoming RF signal to a higher frequency. 21) USB - Upper Side Band - The higher frequency portion, excluding the carrier of an AM signal. A single sideband signal, in this case the upper sideband, contains all of the modulation information of amplitude modulation in one half the bandwidth. 22) UTC - Universal Time Coordinated. 23) VFO - Variable Frequency Oscillator. 24) VHF - Very High Frequency band extends from approximately 30 MHz to 300 MHz. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM No front panel display or light. No signals heard when antenna is connected or sensitivity is low. S meter indication but no sound heard. No front panel operation such as tuning, frequency entry, etc. Timer does not operate. PROBABLECAUSE (A) Power connection. (B) Defective AC ADAPTER unit. (C) Batteries are discharged or not installed for portable operation, no AC power. (A) Incorrect antenna input selected. (B) ATTENUATER enabled. (A) Improper mode selected. (B) External speaker connected but defective. (A) Lock enabled. (A) Clock(s) not set. (B) Timer not properly set. (C) Alternate clock selected. SOLUTION (A) Check power supply cables. (B) Check AC ADAPTER. (C) Check/install batteries for portable operation. (A) Select correct antenna input. (B) Turn off ATTENUATOR. (A) Check mode selection. (B) Check external speaker. (A) Press and hold the LOCK button for 3 seconds to unlock front panel. (A) Set clock(s). (B) Set clock(s) and program timer ON/OFF times. (C) Check that last displayed clock is the desired one for timer event. SUGGESTED REFERENCES (1) Passport to World Band Radio Published by: International Broadcasting Services, Ltd. P. O. Box 300 Penn's Park, Pennsylvania 18943 (2) World Radio TV Handbook Published by: Billboard Publications Inc. 1515 Broadway New York, NY 10036 (3) The ARRL Antenna Book Published by: The American Radio Relay League 225 Main Street Newington, CT USA 06111 Copyright (@) 1988 by The American Radio Relay League Library of Congress Catalog Card Numberi 55-8966 (4) The ARRL Handbook Published by: The American Radio Relay League 225 Main Street Newington, CT USA06111 Copyright @ 1989 by The American Radio Relay League Library of Congress Catalog Card Number-, 41-3345 SERVICE INFORMATION ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY You may contact GRUNDIG Service Department for additional information or assistance by calling 1 (800) 872-2228 in the U. S, A. or 1 (800) 637-1648 in Canada, Monday through Friday, 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. (PST), except on holidays. Should you want to return your unit for service, pack the receiver carefully using the original carton or other suitable container. Write your return address clearly on the shipping carton and on an enclosed cover letter describing the service required, symptoms or problems. Also, include your daytime telephone number and a copy of your proof of purchase. The receiver will be serviced under the terms of the GRUNDIG Limited Warranty and returned to you. Call for a Return Authorization prior to shipping your unit. GRUNDIG warrants to the original purchaser this product shall be free from defects in material or workmanship for one year from the date of original purchase. During the warranty period GRUNDIG or an authorized GRUNDIG service facility will provide, free of charge, both parts and labor necessary to correct defects in material and workmanship, At its option, GRUNDIG may replace a defective unit. To obtain such warranty service, the original purchaser must: (1) Complete and send in the Warranty Registration Card within ten (10) days of purchase @ (2) Call Lextronix or the nearest authorized service facility, as soon as possible after discovery of a possible defect of- Have ready (a) the model and serial number. (b)the identity of the seller and the approximate date of purchase. (c) a detailed description of the problem, including details on the electrical connection to associated equipment and the list of such equipment. (3) Lextronix will issue a Return Authorization number and the address to which the unit can be shipped. Ship the same in its original container or equivalent, fully insured and shipping charges prepaid. Correct maintenance, repair, and use are important to obtain proper performance from this product. Therefore carefully read the Instruction Manual. This warranty does not apply to any defect that GRUNDIG cleternnes, is due to: (1) Improper maintenance or repair, including the installation of parts or accessories that do not conform to the quality and specification of the original parts. (2) Misuse, abuse, neglect or improper installation. (3) Accidental or intentional damage. (4) Battery leakage. All implied warranties, it any, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, terminate one (1) year from the date of the original purchase. The foregoing constitutes GRUNDIG's entire obligation with respect to this product, and the original purchaser shall have no other remedy and no claim for incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses, Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you, This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. For service information contact: LEXTRONIX, INC. 3520 Haven Avenue, Unit L Redwood City, CA 94063-4605 USA 1 (650) 361-1611 Customer Service Center Phone: 1 (800) 872-2228 (U. S. X) or 1 (800) 637-1648 (Canada) Telefax: 1 (650) 361-1724 World Wide Web Site: http://www.grundigradio.net