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AM FM Portable Radio Designed for Long-Range Reception and Audio Clarity
The purpose of the CCRadio-2E is to make weak signals strong and also to produce crisp, accurate audio for the spoken word. AM performance comes from our patented Twin-Coil Ferrite® AM Antenna and traditional FM reception is exceptional in its ability to bring in a weak station clearly. Audio can be adjusted for accurate and warm voice rendition and good musical performance. This radio also has the weather band and alert along with the 2-meter Ham band. More information about the 2-Meter Ham Band can be found at CCRadio.com/2-meter.
Since the CCRadio's original debut the external design has remained the same but there have been countless revisions inside to improve performance, durability and audio. It is one of the most popular portables manufactured and many experts feel it is the best AM radio made. It has evolved into C. Crane's flagship radio.
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Review of the C.Crane CC Radio-2E Enhanced by Jay Allen of RADIOJAYALLEN.COM |
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Pittsburgh
February, 13 2020
Still the best
This is our 3rd C.Crane radio in the past 25 years. My husband won't have any other bran d because the reception is so good and it's easy to set.
This is our 3rd C.Crane radio in the past 25 years. My husband won't have any other bran d because the reception is so good and it's easy to set.
PROS
Favorite stations are easy to set with buttons on the top. It has a sleep timer that shuts it off after an hour. The light has 3 brightness selections.
CONS
Can't really come up with any.
BEST USES
Use at bedside. Husband has trouble sleeping and listening to radio helps him.
Favorite stations are easy to set with buttons on the top. It has a sleep timer that shuts it off after an hour. The light has 3 brightness selections.
CONS
Can't really come up with any.
BEST USES
Use at bedside. Husband has trouble sleeping and listening to radio helps him.
Stuart Florida
January, 12 2020
our second one
Best all around radio you can get for either a back up or long range receiver
Best all around radio you can get for either a back up or long range receiver
BEST USES
Gives me the local marine weather every morning for a wake up
FL
January, 5 2020
Great radio
First CCCrane radio we purchased. Great reception and finally no static.
First CCCrane radio we purchased. Great reception and finally no static.
PROS
Very sturdy radio and good value
CONS
None known
Very sturdy radio and good value
CONS
None known
Clovis California
May, 24 2019
CCRadio 2E Enhanced AM/FM well-built radio with clear reception ease-of-use
Finally, a strong, solid radio with great reception, ease-of-use and multi power sourcing. This is our second radio we've owned or us for a few years so we just purchased one for a 93-year-old mother who truly enjoys the ease of use!!!!
Finally, a strong, solid radio with great reception, ease-of-use and multi power sourcing. This is our second radio we've owned or us for a few years so we just purchased one for a 93-year-old mother who truly enjoys the ease of use!!!!
PROS
Heavy duty radio with both great reception and nice channel setting buttons and more
CONS
None
BEST USES
Talk radio, music
Heavy duty radio with both great reception and nice channel setting buttons and more
CONS
None
BEST USES
Talk radio, music
Glenside, PA
October, 16 2018
Great Design and User Interface!
A long-time fan of Coast to Coast AM, I learned about C Crane. So glad I did. The radios from C Crane are so well designed, with intuitive user interface and logical controls. The CCRadio 2E has great audio, sensitivity and selectivity. Switching between bands is intuitive and easy. The radio does not just satisfy - it delights the listener. Bravo!
A long-time fan of Coast to Coast AM, I learned about C Crane. So glad I did. The radios from C Crane are so well designed, with intuitive user interface and logical controls. The CCRadio 2E has great audio, sensitivity and selectivity. Switching between bands is intuitive and easy. The radio does not just satisfy - it delights the listener. Bravo!
PROS
2 Meters is the perfect choice for local ham traffic, particularly in emergencies.
CONS
None! Unless you need every Ham Band that exists!!!
BEST USES
General AM/FM broadcast listening, Weather, 2 Meter Ham monitoring. Easy to live with and will be an absolute joy for years to come!
2 Meters is the perfect choice for local ham traffic, particularly in emergencies.
CONS
None! Unless you need every Ham Band that exists!!!
BEST USES
General AM/FM broadcast listening, Weather, 2 Meter Ham monitoring. Easy to live with and will be an absolute joy for years to come!
Rochester, N.Y.
June, 19 2018
Not as good as my older CC radios were
I have owned 3 of the CC radios in past years, starting with the first generation one and ending with a cc plus model, before I bought this CCRadio 2E enhanced one. I was disappointed in the performance of this newest one. There are 2 local stations here in Rochester that I commonly listen to, one is a 50KW station that still comes in fine, but the other is a lower power one that has come in loud and clear with all my past radios, but it isn't clear with this radio. The DX reception is also much more poor than my past CCRadio's.
I have owned 3 of the CC radios in past years, starting with the first generation one and ending with a cc plus model, before I bought this CCRadio 2E enhanced one. I was disappointed in the performance of this newest one. There are 2 local stations here in Rochester that I commonly listen to, one is a 50KW station that still comes in fine, but the other is a lower power one that has come in loud and clear with all my past radios, but it isn't clear with this radio. The DX reception is also much more poor than my past CCRadio's.
PROS
Nice Display, good working controls.
CONS
Poor reception on lower power stations.
BEST USES
Listening to late night Radio shows.
Nice Display, good working controls.
CONS
Poor reception on lower power stations.
BEST USES
Listening to late night Radio shows.
Upstate ny land of taxes
May, 25 2018
Super Radio
Super for nighttime use
Super for nighttime use
PROS
Pulls in far off stations
CONS
None
BEST USES
Bedside radio
Pulls in far off stations
CONS
None
BEST USES
Bedside radio
Madison, WI
February, 20 2018
It's my second one
I purchased my first one in 2002. After sixteen years, the clock didn't work, the station numbers were disappearing and the pillow speaker broke. It was time to get a new one.
I purchased my first one in 2002. After sixteen years, the clock didn't work, the station numbers were disappearing and the pillow speaker broke. It was time to get a new one.
PROS
Good reception
CONS
None
BEST USES
For me it's a great nighttime radio.
Good reception
CONS
None
BEST USES
For me it's a great nighttime radio.
48152
February, 15 2018
nice Raido with one little annoyence
99 of listening is on AM FM, if I'm on AM and want to go on FM, I have to toggle through the weather and ham channel to get back to FM. Very annoying.
99 of listening is on AM FM, if I'm on AM and want to go on FM, I have to toggle through the weather and ham channel to get back to FM. Very annoying.
PROS
Great value for the money.
CONS
Needs separate toggle switch for Ham Weather channels
Great value for the money.
CONS
Needs separate toggle switch for Ham Weather channels
Penn Valley, ca
November, 25 2017
Love it
Tried a few cheaper different brands. All were uncomfortable to either operate or program. This radio is just about perfect. The ergonomics are simple and straight forward. Clear reception here in an area where I normally get poor reception. Really like the adjustable backlight. After using this radio for the last few months, I gotta say I love it.
Tried a few cheaper different brands. All were uncomfortable to either operate or program. This radio is just about perfect. The ergonomics are simple and straight forward. Clear reception here in an area where I normally get poor reception. Really like the adjustable backlight. After using this radio for the last few months, I gotta say I love it.
PROS
Ergonomics, reception, just the right size and weight. Adjustable backlight.
CONS
Would like adjustable frequency width for search on 2 meter.
BEST USES
Bedside
Ergonomics, reception, just the right size and weight. Adjustable backlight.
CONS
Would like adjustable frequency width for search on 2 meter.
BEST USES
Bedside
Mckinney, TX
November, 4 2017
Great Radio!
Love this radio! It's easy to operate. The controls are simple and the sound is greatFor the price, it's a great value.
Love this radio! It's easy to operate. The controls are simple and the sound is greatFor the price, it's a great value.
CONS
None!
BEST USES
Listening to different programs!
Chico, CA
September, 2 2017
OK but not better
OK but not Improved. Just what the manufacturer wants to sell, just what C.Crane can buy. Used to be C. Crane improved each product. Seems their just selling stuff now.
OK but not Improved. Just what the manufacturer wants to sell, just what C.Crane can buy. Used to be C. Crane improved each product. Seems their just selling stuff now.
PROS
Nice unit,D batteries are a plus
CONS
Not any better than the Sangean ATS 909 I bought from C. Crane many years ago. In the olden day C 2008,Now it's just what the manufacturer wants to use. Not an improvement,just new
BEST USES
DX'ing local AM
Nice unit,D batteries are a plus
CONS
Not any better than the Sangean ATS 909 I bought from C. Crane many years ago. In the olden day C 2008,Now it's just what the manufacturer wants to use. Not an improvement,just new
BEST USES
DX'ing local AM
Roselle Park, NJ
August, 7 2017
Fairly Great radio on all bands
I love this radio, BUT I would like to see the UHF Ham band included in the future. I'll be the first customer.
I love this radio, BUT I would like to see the UHF Ham band included in the future. I'll be the first customer.
PROS
This is a great radio for the price. It performs well in sensitivity and selectivity. The 2 Meter ham band is a handy tool to listen in to emergency messages and group conversations. FM performance is under-rated. AM is wow!
CONS
Seems to have overload on AM when too clost to the city,(NYC),Memory has no hold time if you dont have the batteries inside and you lose power for just a moment.
BEST USES
Taking on a trip to Virginia and still catching the NY mets game in daytime,Enjoying long distance reception from Boston to Baltimore here in Northern NJ
This is a great radio for the price. It performs well in sensitivity and selectivity. The 2 Meter ham band is a handy tool to listen in to emergency messages and group conversations. FM performance is under-rated. AM is wow!
CONS
Seems to have overload on AM when too clost to the city,(NYC),Memory has no hold time if you dont have the batteries inside and you lose power for just a moment.
BEST USES
Taking on a trip to Virginia and still catching the NY mets game in daytime,Enjoying long distance reception from Boston to Baltimore here in Northern NJ
Tulsa
May, 29 2017
Superb
Very thoughtful design elements for people who actually use the radio. Up down slew steps in increments for the next am station,but knob is for digital fine tuning where needed to block out local interference from close by strong stations.
Very thoughtful design elements for people who actually use the radio. Up down slew steps in increments for the next am station,but knob is for digital fine tuning where needed to block out local interference from close by strong stations.
PROS
Nighttime AM is better than any. From Oklahoma can hear New Orleans Nashville Cincinnati Cleveland Chicago Minneapolis Louisville Des Moines Omaha Denver St Louis D-FW San Antonio on the stronger stations. Great fun if outside or in a building without metal blocking signals or interfering electrical static from rheostats or motion detectors etc.
CONS
None after several months of use. Nostalgic and really fun to hear such distant signals without Internet or XM etc. simple good old radio but heads and tails over cheap radios mostly sold today.
BEST USES
Long distance nighttime AM with quick switch to local weather reports and alerts FM sound and reception excellent too
Nighttime AM is better than any. From Oklahoma can hear New Orleans Nashville Cincinnati Cleveland Chicago Minneapolis Louisville Des Moines Omaha Denver St Louis D-FW San Antonio on the stronger stations. Great fun if outside or in a building without metal blocking signals or interfering electrical static from rheostats or motion detectors etc.
CONS
None after several months of use. Nostalgic and really fun to hear such distant signals without Internet or XM etc. simple good old radio but heads and tails over cheap radios mostly sold today.
BEST USES
Long distance nighttime AM with quick switch to local weather reports and alerts FM sound and reception excellent too
Brick, NJ
April, 22 2017
Still get static sometimes.
No comment.
No comment.
PROS
Very clear at times.
CONS
Still get static at times. Live in Brick,NJ.,Central NJ. Was led to believe it would be clear.
BEST USES
Does not apply.
Very clear at times.
CONS
Still get static at times. Live in Brick,NJ.,Central NJ. Was led to believe it would be clear.
BEST USES
Does not apply.
Lebanon, ME
March, 17 2017
They just can't end.
This is the third CC radio and they are still all working. My husband won't let them go. He has lost the digital screen so he has to guess where he is I just got the 3rd one for his birthday, but he won't give the others up. They are on all day almost everyday of the week.
This is the third CC radio and they are still all working. My husband won't let them go. He has lost the digital screen so he has to guess where he is I just got the 3rd one for his birthday, but he won't give the others up. They are on all day almost everyday of the week.
PROS
Sound is great. Last forever
Sound is great. Last forever
Jeffersonville, KY
March, 4 2017
Love...
Fabulous!!
Fabulous!!
PROS
I am just getting to review this item,I must say it it by far the best I have found. Will definitely be ordering again
I am just getting to review this item,I must say it it by far the best I have found. Will definitely be ordering again
Redding, Ca
February, 10 2017
Excellent Radio
You won't be dissappointed
You won't be dissappointed
PROS
We live in the country. Good reception in AM/FM mode. Good clarity. This is our 4th unit in 15 years. One in the RV two in the house. This purcase was for one that was dropped!
CONS
No Bluetooth. That would be a good additional feature.
We live in the country. Good reception in AM/FM mode. Good clarity. This is our 4th unit in 15 years. One in the RV two in the house. This purcase was for one that was dropped!
CONS
No Bluetooth. That would be a good additional feature.
Seiad Valley, Ca 96086
January, 18 2017
Emergency ready
How can I get good reception with all the Wi-Fi stuff on?
How can I get good reception with all the Wi-Fi stuff on?
PROS
Our power was out during this storm,and I discovered my radio came in,better without all the other stuff on.
CONS
none
BEST USES
Local news and Rush Limbough
Our power was out during this storm,and I discovered my radio came in,better without all the other stuff on.
CONS
none
BEST USES
Local news and Rush Limbough
13662
December, 2 2016
Radio That Amplifies Weak Signal
The 2E Enhanced works for me and will also work for you when dealing with weak night am stations.
The 2E Enhanced works for me and will also work for you when dealing with weak night am stations.
PROS
I live in Northern New York State and because of the location there are only weak am night time radio signals. The Crane 2E Enhanced radio provided me with listenable night time am radio enjoyment.
I live in Northern New York State and because of the location there are only weak am night time radio signals. The Crane 2E Enhanced radio provided me with listenable night time am radio enjoyment.
Treasure Valley, ID
November, 21 2016
Best Radio for Back Country
Best part of our trip was being able to receive the BSU game from deep in the mountains. I would recommend this unit to anyone.
Best part of our trip was being able to receive the BSU game from deep in the mountains. I would recommend this unit to anyone.
PROS
great radio
CONS
none
BEST USES
any
great radio
CONS
none
BEST USES
any
Metairie, LA
November, 12 2016
Thrilled with my CC Radio 2E
I am really happy with this radio. Thinking about getting the recorder.
I am really happy with this radio. Thinking about getting the recorder.
PROS
I procrastinated b/c of expense. But I love it. I'm using is as my radio/alarm. It picks up my FM station w/o any static.
CONS
The size but Im making it work. Cleared off my night table and now only have my C.Crane radio.
BEST USES
Music,talk radio,alarm,I will use weather stations during hurricane season.
I procrastinated b/c of expense. But I love it. I'm using is as my radio/alarm. It picks up my FM station w/o any static.
CONS
The size but Im making it work. Cleared off my night table and now only have my C.Crane radio.
BEST USES
Music,talk radio,alarm,I will use weather stations during hurricane season.
AZ
January, 1 2016
Years of use
I've had my radio for years and it's just as awesome now as it was when I got it many years ago.
I've had my radio for years and it's just as awesome now as it was when I got it many years ago.
PROS
Long lasting
CONS
Reception for AM could be a little better
Long lasting
CONS
Reception for AM could be a little better
Southeast Florida
December, 17 2015
Excelent Product
Spending more $$$ on a receiver is not the best way to get good AM or FM reception. For better reception you need a CCradio and outside antennas.
Spending more $$$ on a receiver is not the best way to get good AM or FM reception. For better reception you need a CCradio and outside antennas.
PROS
Especially good quality AM receiver,Both sensitive and selective with external or internal antenna.
CONS
No external FM antenna input.,FM is like TV for best reception you need an outdoor antenna!
BEST USES
All around AM and FM listening inside and out.,Great AM DXing receiver.
Especially good quality AM receiver,Both sensitive and selective with external or internal antenna.
CONS
No external FM antenna input.,FM is like TV for best reception you need an outdoor antenna!
BEST USES
All around AM and FM listening inside and out.,Great AM DXing receiver.
Miami, Fla
November, 21 2015
It doesn't get any better
This is our second ccrane radio, as the first one was fried due to a power company problem.They reimbursed us and we went right back for a replacement.
This is our second ccrane radio, as the first one was fried due to a power company problem.They reimbursed us and we went right back for a replacement.
PROS
Good crisp radio listening
BEST USES
We have the radio turned on all night,so that when we wake up and can't sleep we have good listening .
Good crisp radio listening
BEST USES
We have the radio turned on all night,so that when we wake up and can't sleep we have good listening .
El Paso, Texas
November, 6 2015
Great AM and improved FM
Last year I bought a small Japanese short wave radio thinking it would satisfy my needs. I did not find the AM to be any better than average (although direct entry is nice). The speaker was also too small
Last year I bought a small Japanese short wave radio thinking it would satisfy my needs. I did not find the AM to be any better than average (although direct entry is nice). The speaker was also too small
PROS
On AM there is virtually no adjacent channel interference. I used to have a hard time getting 1510 at night due to the strong 1520 in Oklahoma. Of course the radio has to be positioned with the AM antenna perpendicular to the desired station.,On FM I do not even have to put up the antenna to get all of the stronger local stations which makes it easier to move around the house. With the antenna up I can get even the 10 watt repeater stations.
CONS
I had bought the previous model (with the VHF TV band) for my Mother a few years ago. The circuit board holding the station preset buttons across the top cracked. Mom may have pushed them too hard. I am being very careful with those buttons.
BEST USES
Night-time AM is about as good as it gets. I have not had a chance to take it out of town but I am sure it would also do well on distant AM in a remote location.
On AM there is virtually no adjacent channel interference. I used to have a hard time getting 1510 at night due to the strong 1520 in Oklahoma. Of course the radio has to be positioned with the AM antenna perpendicular to the desired station.,On FM I do not even have to put up the antenna to get all of the stronger local stations which makes it easier to move around the house. With the antenna up I can get even the 10 watt repeater stations.
CONS
I had bought the previous model (with the VHF TV band) for my Mother a few years ago. The circuit board holding the station preset buttons across the top cracked. Mom may have pushed them too hard. I am being very careful with those buttons.
BEST USES
Night-time AM is about as good as it gets. I have not had a chance to take it out of town but I am sure it would also do well on distant AM in a remote location.
Philadelphia, PA
July, 15 2015
Best of the best
Well worth the money for its great AM reception. Everything else is a bonus.
Well worth the money for its great AM reception. Everything else is a bonus.
PROS
Wide base sits planted were you put it.,Great reception AM/FM or weather.,Simplicity of operation.,Dail display with adjustable light.
CONS
My first two CCRadios my digital display went South. CCrane states they corrected this by hardwiring displa. Hopefully this is true
BEST USES
AM DXing at night I get Yankee games from NY clear as a bell. Anywhere were AM reception is difficult. Great house all around radio.
Wide base sits planted were you put it.,Great reception AM/FM or weather.,Simplicity of operation.,Dail display with adjustable light.
CONS
My first two CCRadios my digital display went South. CCrane states they corrected this by hardwiring displa. Hopefully this is true
BEST USES
AM DXing at night I get Yankee games from NY clear as a bell. Anywhere were AM reception is difficult. Great house all around radio.
37.90 N -78.60 W
June, 17 2015
Best All Around Radio Ever !
This is actually a review for the CCRadioplus and not the current CCRadio 2E but I'm submitting it because I've owned the CCRadioplus for at least 10 years (maybe more?)and wanted to give a long term use report. The CCRadio is a workhorse and one of the most useful general purpose radios ever made. It fills many functions: clock radio, weather alert radio, battery powered radio, etc. Shortly after I purchased the radio the display failed. I returned it to C. Crane and they promptly repaired it at no cost. They returned the radio and it's been fine ever since. My only complainant is the display light was dim and now it has stopped working completely. The display still works but it's no longer illuminated. After many years of use, some rain, paint and lots of dust it sounds as good as ever. The FM is very good (often beating receivers with large external antennas!) and the AM isn't bad with the internal antenna and good with the addition of a Select-A-Tenna. If the CCRadio 2
This is actually a review for the CCRadioplus and not the current CCRadio 2E but I'm submitting it because I've owned the CCRadioplus for at least 10 years (maybe more?)and wanted to give a long term use report. The CCRadio is a workhorse and one of the most useful general purpose radios ever made. It fills many functions: clock radio, weather alert radio, battery powered radio, etc. Shortly after I purchased the radio the display failed. I returned it to C. Crane and they promptly repaired it at no cost. They returned the radio and it's been fine ever since. My only complainant is the display light was dim and now it has stopped working completely. The display still works but it's no longer illuminated. After many years of use, some rain, paint and lots of dust it sounds as good as ever. The FM is very good (often beating receivers with large external antennas!) and the AM isn't bad with the internal antenna and good with the addition of a Select-A-Tenna. If the CCRadio 2
PROS
Well Made,Multiple power options,Useful functions
CONS
Dim Display
BEST USES
Bedside radio,Weather alert radio,Emergency radio
Well Made,Multiple power options,Useful functions
CONS
Dim Display
BEST USES
Bedside radio,Weather alert radio,Emergency radio
Pittsburgh, PA
May, 25 2015
Owned Many of These
This will be the sixth of this model that I have purchased. That should tell you something. The exterior is built like a tank, it is the LC display and electronics that doesn't last. Even with that I still think it has no competitors on the market.
This will be the sixth of this model that I have purchased. That should tell you something. The exterior is built like a tank, it is the LC display and electronics that doesn't last. Even with that I still think it has no competitors on the market.
PROS
(1) great reception. (2) heavy duty. (3) portability
CONS
(1) The LC display will be the first thing to go. (2) The electrionic goes in a year or two. (3) The connection to the powercord gets loose.
BEST USES
As an indoor radio.
(1) great reception. (2) heavy duty. (3) portability
CONS
(1) The LC display will be the first thing to go. (2) The electrionic goes in a year or two. (3) The connection to the powercord gets loose.
BEST USES
As an indoor radio.
far north Mn.
April, 30 2015
Batteries last forever.
Awesome and affordable..
Awesome and affordable..
PROS
Easy to program. Great sound. Great reception. Great back lighting.,Batteries last forever. This radio is a rockstar!
CONS
none
BEST USES
Everything a radio can be used for.,Really fun to pick up stations your freiends have never heard.,Hey! Wanna listen to Canadian rock stations?
Easy to program. Great sound. Great reception. Great back lighting.,Batteries last forever. This radio is a rockstar!
CONS
none
BEST USES
Everything a radio can be used for.,Really fun to pick up stations your freiends have never heard.,Hey! Wanna listen to Canadian rock stations?
SANTA CLARA, CA
February, 23 2015
more more more
want to have one of these in every room
want to have one of these in every room
PROS
love the radio - great sound! very important.
CONS
Wish it brought in far more many weak stations! Love,the idea of creating a 500 dollar or 1000 dollar,version of this
BEST USES
late night is the right time
love the radio - great sound! very important.
CONS
Wish it brought in far more many weak stations! Love,the idea of creating a 500 dollar or 1000 dollar,version of this
BEST USES
late night is the right time
Alpine, TX
November, 27 2014
Mediocre
We live far from the big city and were hoping to get better AM reception with the CCRadio 2E. But it is not as static-free as our old GE Superadio. I will try the twin coil antenna booster. Keep your fingers crossed.
We live far from the big city and were hoping to get better AM reception with the CCRadio 2E. But it is not as static-free as our old GE Superadio. I will try the twin coil antenna booster. Keep your fingers crossed.
Fairbanks Alaska ( and Tok Ak )
September, 12 2014
Still the best portable AM/FM radio
Pulls in the weak stations at night, best of all my radios. FM sound quality is great. 2 suggestions, when I turn on the light, give me the option to leave it on, same time as the sleep timer is set to. ( I like to use it as a night light ) Second suggestion, give me the option to set the default display. I like to see the frequency displayed and not revert back to the time. Make it a press and hold option using the freq button. Id also like to mention I like your big beefy power cord. How about designing a $500 version of the ccradio. Many controls to fine tune the signal along with several analogue tuning and strength indicators. ( love radios )
Pulls in the weak stations at night, best of all my radios. FM sound quality is great. 2 suggestions, when I turn on the light, give me the option to leave it on, same time as the sleep timer is set to. ( I like to use it as a night light ) Second suggestion, give me the option to set the default display. I like to see the frequency displayed and not revert back to the time. Make it a press and hold option using the freq button. Id also like to mention I like your big beefy power cord. How about designing a $500 version of the ccradio. Many controls to fine tune the signal along with several analogue tuning and strength indicators. ( love radios )
United States
August, 9 2014
The perfect radio
Love it! Easy to use, variable back light, love the carrying case, going on vacation with it soonthen I will report back with an update on the reception in remote areas only wish it had a dual alarm...
Love it! Easy to use, variable back light, love the carrying case, going on vacation with it soonthen I will report back with an update on the reception in remote areas only wish it had a dual alarm...
USA
May, 28 2014
great radio
Its a great radio, it picks up FM stations well, and I can pick up the NOAA weather signals as well. I enjoyed using it and plan on using for a years to come.
Its a great radio, it picks up FM stations well, and I can pick up the NOAA weather signals as well. I enjoyed using it and plan on using for a years to come.
st.clair shores mi.
March, 14 2014
CCRadio 2E Black Mica Enhanced
worst purchase i have ever made the radio barley picks up the local stations only picks up about four or five am stations the rest is just static
worst purchase i have ever made the radio barley picks up the local stations only picks up about four or five am stations the rest is just static
BILLINGS, MT
November, 7 2013
This radio works as advertised and I am very pleased. It reels in AM stations that I can't even get driving around in my car.The stereo FM stations sound absolutely great... using head phones of course.If you are thinking of buying a first class portable look no further, this is the radio for you!!!
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How long will a fresh set of D-size Alkaline batteries power the radio?
How long is the power cord on the CCRadio-2?
How do I use the "AUX IN" jack on the CCRadio-2?
How long do I have to change the batteries before I lose the clock and memory information programmed in the radio?
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| Input Power: |
Power Cord: AC 120 Volts 60Hz Batteries: (4) D size (not included) |
| Power Consumption: |
AC Power: 8 Watts Battery Power: 40-50 mA DC |
| Audio Output: |
10% THD at output power @ 1.8 Watt AC typical 10% THD at output power @ 0.9 Watt Battery |
| Speaker: | 5", 4 Ohm, 6 Watts |
| Frequency Coverage: |
AM 520 - 1710 kHz FM 87.5 - 108 MHz Ham (VHF) 144 - 148 MHz WX 1-7 CH |
| Weather Band: |
Channel 1: 162.400 MHz 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 |
| Rotary Tuning Knob Resolution: |
AM - 1 kHz FM - 50 kHz Ham (VHF) - 5 kHz WX - 1 Channel |
| AM Tuning: | 10 kHz |
| FM Tuning: | 100 kHz |
| AM Antenna: | Internal Ferrite Bar - 12mm x 203mm (8") long with Twin Coil Ferrite® technology |
| FM, Ham (VHF) and WX Antenna: | Telescopic whip antenna - 22.5" |
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External Antenna Terminals: |
External AM antenna directly wired through filter network into RF front end. |
| Headphone Jack: | ⅛" (3.5mm) Stereo |
| Aux in Jack: | ⅛" (3.5 mm) stereo, 300 - 1000mV RMS (line level) input from external audio source. Do not overload. |
| Line Out Jack: | ⅛" (3.5 mm) stereo, 300 - 1000mV RMS (line output) |
| Timer Activation Switch: | Low impedance, transistor driven switch. Used for operation of external recording devices. |
| Presets: | 5 per band |
| Lock Switch: | Yes |
| Sleep Timer: | 15-120 minutes |
| Alarm: | Yes |
| Clock: | 12-hour system |
| Dimensions: | 11" W x 6.5" H x 4" D (at the base) |
| Weight: | Approximately 3.8 pounds without batteries. |
| Warranty: | 1 year parts & labor |
| Included Accessories: |
Power Cord Manual |
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Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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| AM Specifications | ||||||
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| AM | - | Temp: 25° C | R.H.: 75% | |||
| Test Item | Condition | Nominal | Limit | Unit | ||
| Input | Output | Freq. | ||||
| Tuning Range |
Min Max |
520 1710 |
kHz | |||
| Intermediate Freq. | S/N=6dB | Min | kHz | |||
| Max. Sensitivity | S/N=6dB |
600kHz 1000kHz 1400kHz |
30 29 29 |
36 35 35 |
dBμ/m | |
| Usable Sensitivity | S/N=20dB |
600kHz 1000kHz 1400kHz |
41 40 40 |
46 45 45 |
dBμ/m | |
| Image Rejection | S/N=6dB | 1400kHz | 50 | 40 | dB | |
| I.F. Rejection | S/N=6dB | 600kHz | 70 | 64 | dB | |
| Selectivity (±10KHz) | S/N=6dB | 1000Hz | 60 | 54 | dB | |
| Bandwith (-6dB) | S/N=6dB | 1000Hz | 4-9 | KHz | ||
| T. H. D. | 74dBu/m | 1000Hz | 1 | 2 | % | |
| Lowest Batt. Volt. | 74dBu/m | 1000Hz | 3.8 | 4.0 | V | |
| Hum Modulation | 100dBu/m | 1000Hz | dB | |||
| Line Out Level | 74dBu/m | 1000Hz | 180 | ±50 | mV | |
| Auto.Scan. Sens. | 1000Hz | 42 | 48 | dBμ/m | ||
| Current Consumption | 80%MOD | 50mW | 1000Hz | 130 | 150 | mA |
| Freq. Response(-6dB) | 74dBu/m | 1000Hz |
80 2K |
150 1.8K |
Hz | |
| Output Power |
74dBu/m (80%Mod.) |
AC DC |
1000Hz |
2 0.8 |
1.8 0.7 |
W |
| Overload Capacity | 80%mod. | 10%T.H.D. | 1000Hz | 120 | 100 | dBµ/m |
| A. G. C. F. O. M. | 100dBu/m | 1000Hz | 70 | 64 | dB | |
| S/N Ratio | 74dBu/m | 1000Hz | 42 | 36 | dB | |
| Whistle Modulation | 74dBu/m | 2IF / 3IF | 1 | 15 | % | |
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Supply Voltage: DC 6 v Adapter 120v 60Hz |
Rated Output: Speaker 50mW Earphone: 1.25mW |
Load: Spkr 4 Ohm Ear 32 Ohm Line 10 kOhm |
Modulation: 1kHz 30% Mod. |
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Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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| FM Specifications | ||||||
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| FM | Temp: 25° C | R.H.: 75% | ||||
| Test Item | Condition | Nominal | Limit | Unit | ||
| Input | Output | Freq. | ||||
| Tuning Range | S/N=6dB |
Min Max |
87.5 108 |
MHz | ||
| Intermediate Freq. | S/N=6dB | MHz | ||||
| Max. Sensitivity | S/N=6dB |
90MHZ 98MHz 106MHz |
8 8 8 |
14 14 14 |
dBu | |
| Usable Sensitivity | S/N=30dB |
90MHZ 98MHz 106MHz |
14 14 14 |
20 20 20 |
dBu | |
| Image Rejection | S/N=6dB | 106MHz | 32 | 26 | dB | |
| I.F. Rejection | S/N=6dB | 90MHz | 60 | dB | ||
| 3dB Limiting (10mV) | 80dBu | 98MHz | 14 | 20 | dBu | |
| Min. Output | VOL=0 | 98MHz | 0.5 | 2 | mV | |
| Auto Scan Stop Sens. | 60dBu | R.O. | 98MHz | 20 | 26 | dBu |
| S/N (22.5KHz dev. 1mv) | 60dBu | R.O. | 98MHz | 50 | 44 | dB |
| Spurious Rejection | 60dBu | R.O. | 98MHz | 60 | 55 | dB |
| Current Consumption | 60dBu | R.O. | 98MHz | 140 | 160 | mA |
| Am. Suppression (1mV) | 60dBu | R.O. | 98MHz | 44 | 30 | dB |
| Audio Fidelity (-3dB) | 60dBu | R.O. | 98MHz |
75 15K |
100 12K |
Hz |
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Output Power (75KHz dev.) |
AC AC DC |
10%T.H.D. | 98MHz |
2 5 0.8 |
1.8 3 0.7 |
W mW W |
| T. H. D. (75KHz dev.) | 98MHz | 1 | 2 | % | ||
| Overload Capacity | 10%T.H.D. | 98MHz | 132 | 106 | dBu | |
| STEREO Indicator Sens. | 98MHz | 22 | 28 | dBu | ||
| STEREO Separation | Line Out | 98MHz | 26 | 20 | dB | |
| Line Out Level |
22.5k dev |
Line Out | 98MHz | 180 | ±50 | mV |
| Lowest Batt. Volt. | 60dBu | R.O. | 98MHz | 3.8 | 4.0 | V |
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Supply Voltage: DC 6 v Adapter 120v 60Hz |
ated Output: Speaker 50mW Earphone: 1.25mW |
Load: Spkr 4 Ohm Ear 32 Ohm Line 10 kOhm |
Modulation: 1kHz/22.5KHz Dev. De-emphasis: 75uS |
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Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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| 2-meter VHF Specifications | ||||||
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| 2-Meter VHF | Temp: 25° C | R.H.: 75% | ||||
| Test Item | Condition | Nominal | Limit | Unit | ||
| Input | Output | Freq. | ||||
| Tuning Range | S/N=6dB |
Min Max |
144 148 |
±0.01 ±0.01 |
MHz | |
| Intermediate Freq.-1 | S/N=6dB | 10.7 | ±0.01 | MHz | ||
| Intermediate Freq.-2 | 455 | ±0.005 | kHz | |||
| Max. Sensitivity | S/N=6dB | 146MHz | 3 | 8 | dBu | |
| Usable Sensitivity | S/N=20dB | 146MHz | 8 | 14 | dBu | |
| Image Rejection | S/N=6dB | 146MHz | 36 | 30 | dB | |
| I.F. Rejection 10.7MHz | S/N=6dB | 146MHz | 60 | dB | ||
| Min. Output | Vol.=Min. | 146MHz | 1.5 | 3 | mV | |
| Auto Scan Stop Sens. | 60dBu | 146MHz | 9 | 15 | dBu | |
| S/N (1.5KHz dev. 1mv) | 60dBu | 146MHz | 36 | 30 | dB | |
| Power Consumption | 60dBu | R. O. | 146MHz | 140 | 160 | mA |
| Am. Suppression (1mV) | 60dBu | 146MHz | 32 | 26 | dB | |
| Squelch Range |
0-BAR *1 1-BAR Full BAR |
146MHz 146MHz 146MHz |
-4 0 30 |
-6 ±6 ±8 |
dBu | |
| Audio Fidelity (-6dB) | 60dBu | 146MHz |
80 2K |
150 1.8K |
Hz | |
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Output Power (5KHz dev.) |
AC DC |
10%T.H.D. | 146MHz |
2 0.8 |
1.8 0.7 |
W |
| T. H. D. (5KHz dev.) | 60dBu | 146MHz | 1.5 | 3 | % | |
| Overload Capacity | 60dBu | 10%T.H.D. | 146MHz | 120 | 106 | dBu |
| Line Out Level | 60dBu | 146MHz | 180 | ±50 | mV | |
| Lowest Batt. Volt. | 60dBu | 146MHz | 3.8 | 4.0 | V | |
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Supply Voltage: DC 6 v Adapter 120v 60Hz |
Rated Output: Speaker 50mW Earphone: 1.25mW |
Load: Spkr 4 Ohm Ear 32 Ohm Line 10 kOhm |
Modulation: 1kHz/1.5KHz Dev. |
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| WX Specifications | ||||||
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| WX | Temp: 25° C | R.H.: 75% | ||||
| Test Item | Condition | Nominal | Limit | Unit | ||
| Input | Output | Freq. | - | |||
| Tuning Range |
Min Max |
162.4 162.55 |
MHz | |||
| Intermediate Freq. | IF | MHz | ||||
| Max. Sensitivity | S/N=6dB | CH4 | 0 | 6 | dBµ | |
| Usable Sensitivity | S/N=20dB | CH4 | 8 | 14 | dBμ | |
| Image Rejection | CH4 | 40 | 30 | dB | ||
| I.F. Rejection | CH4 | 60 | dB | |||
| Min. Output | CH4 | 1.5 | 3 | mV | ||
| T. H. D. (5KHz Dev.) | CH4 | 1.5 | 3 | % | ||
| Lowest Batt. Volt. | CH4 | 3.8 | 4.0 | V | ||
| S/N (1.5KHz dev.) | 1mV | CH4 | 32 | 26 | dB | |
| Audio Fidelity | (-6dB) | CH4 |
75 2K |
150 1.8K |
Hz | |
| Am. Suppression (1mV) | 1mV | CH4 | 30 | 24 | dB | |
| Overload Capacity | 10%T.H.D. | CH4 | 126 | 106 | dBμ | |
| Output Power | (5KHz Dev.) | AC | CH4 | 2 | 1.8 | W |
| Selectivity (±25KHz) | - | nbsp; | CH4 | 60 | dB | |
| Line Out Level | 1.5KHz | CH4 | 180 | ±50 | mV | |
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Alert Sens. (3KHz Dev. 5sec.) |
MOD. 1050Hz ±0.3% | CH4 | 0 | 6 | dB | |
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Supply Voltage: DC 6 v Adapter 120v 60Hz |
Rated Output: Speaker 50mW Earphone: 1.25mW |
Load: Spkr 4 Ohm Ear 32 Ohm Line 10 kOhm |
Modulation: 1kHz/3KHz Dev. |
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