- Digital tuning AM/FM radio with NOAA weather band.
- Large solar panel to power the radio.
- Built-In LED flashlight
- Crank powered.
- USB cell phone charger.
- Audio line Input (AUX) and headphone jack.
- Aluminum carabiner.
- IPX-4 splash proof from all angles.
- Rugged exterior skin.
- Battery charge indicator
- Bottle opener
- No batteries needed.
- DC power. (DC Adapter NOT included)
- Size: 2.5" x 6.375" x 2" (W x H x D)
- Weight: 10 oz. (283 g)
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Reviewed by 9 customers Sort by Displaying reviews 1-9  Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: Looks like it will work great. I do wish, however, that it would charge another device straight from stored power. It appears you have to either be cranking or in direct sunlight to do that. Might be a pain if your phone needs a charge at night. Pros
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Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: The unit has some good design points and overall seems well made. However, there are some annoyances with the location of the clip - it seems to get in the way of antenna deployment or connecting accessories. The plastic crank would be nice to have as aluminum. The unit seems to be one of the best in it's category. Pros
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Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: It fits easily inside my handlebar bag, is compact, and will probably prove very useful. Pros
Cons Best Uses Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: While a little heavy for long backpacking trips where every ounce counts, this is a quality, rugged product. Radio sound and reception is exceptional, water proof case is comfortable and easy to hold. The only thing I would have liked to see is a single solid loop instead of the clip. The clip is good for suspending from inside a tent, but not secure enough to hang from a backpack. A solid loop would have allowed for attaching a carabiner to secure it to a pack and it could have been exposed to the sunlight, charging as you hiked. That's the only improvement I would suggest. Very happy with this product. Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: The USB power outlet is the best thing, and the fact you can crank or solar charge it is awesome. plus its small and light. I have used a goal zero guide ten via the usb outlet to charge batteries. Pros
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Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: I was looking for a radio for my survival bag. Like everything that goes in the bag it should have multiple uses. This is a radio, flashlight, solar and dynamo charger for other electronics. I felt that being digital was a step up from the FR-160. I have FRS walkie-talkies for 2-way communications, but they don't pick up NOAA. I may end up upgrading to 2-way marine radios. Unfortunately, I haven't found any that come with solar or dynamo charging. Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: It's a well made product. Should be very useful for camping or survival. Pros
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Comments about Eton Scorpion Multifunction Radio: Very helpful tool and the scouts really think it is cool. Displaying reviews 1-9 |
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Can you charge this model with a usb cable like the eton fr160Asked on 4/6/2012 by greg from albany ny1 answer
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This radio can be used with an optional ac adaptor, by cranking it or by solar power.Answered on 4/7/2012 by Bob from Campmor
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I saw the previous question, but I think it didn't have the correct answer. Assuming you have all the right plugs for your phone, how much cranking do you have to do for how much phone time.
Thanks!Asked on 12/2/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
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1/2 hour cranking for 10 minutes talk time.Answered on 12/3/2011 by Steve from Campmor
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How does a cell phone connect to charge?Asked on 10/15/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
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You would need to have a cell phone charging cable that would have a male USB to attach to this unit.Answered on 10/18/2011 by Steve from Campmor
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How long does power last with hand cranking?Asked on 7/7/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
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1 minute of cranking 20 minutes of radioAnswered on 7/8/2011 by Steve from Campmor
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will it shut itself off in an hour or so?Asked on 6/27/2011 by Frank from Seattle1 answer
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The Eton Scorpion Mutlfunction Radio does not have a timer feature for turning itself off.Answered on 6/28/2011 by Bob from Campmor
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How is the volume? I have had problems with this with these little radios in the past. Also, were do you GET a DC adapter for the thing?Asked on 3/16/2011 by Carla from Cleveland, OH2 answers
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The volume is pretty good. That said the higher the volume the shorter the run time until you need to crank it again.Answered on 3/18/2011 by Steve from CampmorA:
Eton Radios FR360-ACA-US AC Adapter for FR360/FR500/FR600Answered on 11/14/2011 by NANCY THE NYMFO from DEDEDO, GUAM
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How is the AM reception?? My experience is that the signal fades in and out as you move around. I need a GOOD AM radio for travel.Asked on 2/18/2011 by Donna from Vista, CA1 answer
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The Eton Scorpion would not have the best AM reception....for the best AM reception, you would need one with an antenna, for example the Eton M400 Grundig Radio, item no. 88891.Answered on 2/21/2011 by Bob from Campmor
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