Midland ER210 Emergency Crank Radio – Full User Guide

The Midland ER210 Emergency Crank Radio is specifically designed for emergency preparedness. With multi-source power, NOAA weather alerts, a powerful flashlight, and mobile device charging, the ER210 is essential for both severe weather situations and daily use.

Key Features

• Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
• 3 Charging Methods: Hand Crank, USB, Solar Panel
• 7 NOAA/NWS Weather Alert Channels
• AM/FM Radio
• USB Device Charging
• Cree® LED Flashlight with SOS Beacon
• Digital Clock
• Headphone Jack
• Rotatable Telescopic Antenna
• Backlit LCD Display

*Note: Cree® is a registered trademark of Cree, Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Controls and Components

• Flashlight/SOS Button
• LCD Display
• Solar Panel
• Telescopic Antenna
• Speaker
• Tuning Buttons
• Volume Buttons
• Weather Alert/Menu Button
• Power/Band Button
• LED Flashlight
• Charge Indicator
• Dynamo Crank
• Headphone Jack
• USB Input Port
• USB Output Port

Powering the ER210

USB Charging

1. Use the provided USB charge cable.
2. Connect the micro-USB to the port labeled “USB In” on the side of the radio.
3. Connect the USB to a power source.
4. The CHARGE indicator will light up.
5. The battery icon on the LCD will flash while charging.
6. A full charge (3 battery bars) takes approximately 5.5 hours.

Rechargeable Battery

• The radio is powered by a 3.7 VDC, 2,200 mAh lithium-ion battery.
• Charging Methods:
  • USB Cable
  • Hand Crank
  • Solar Panel

Warnings:

• Only use Midland’s Li-ion battery pack.
• Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or other incompatible battery types.

Dynamo Crank Charging

1. Turn the hand crank to charge the battery.
2. The CHARGE indicator will light up while cranking.
3. The LCD battery icon will flash during charging and stop flashing when fully charged.

Solar Panel Charging

1. Place the ER210 in direct sunlight.
2. The battery icon will flash during charging.
3. The CHARGE indicator will light up when solar charging is active.
4. Full battery icon indicates a complete charge.

Charging External Devices

• Connect mobile phones or USB-powered devices to the USB Out port.
• When a device is connected:
  • The radio automatically turns off and switches to charge mode.

Operating the Radio

Power On/Off and Band Selection

• Power On: Press the Band button.
• Select Band: Press Band button to cycle through AM, FM, and Weather (WX) bands.
• Power Off: Press and hold the Band button for 2 seconds.

Adjusting Volume

• Use the Volume Up/Down buttons to set audio level.

Tuning

• Use the Tune Up/Down buttons to adjust frequencies.
• Hold to auto-scan to the next active station.
• For best FM and WX reception, fully extend and adjust the telescopic antenna.

Using the Weather Radio

NOAA/NWS Weather Bands

• Coverage range: Up to 50 miles depending on location and weather conditions.
• Best reception:
  • Extend the telescopic antenna.
  • Position near windows if indoors.

Weather Channels

To find your local channel, visit: www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr

Selecting a Weather Channel

1. Press the Band button to enter WX mode.
2. Use Tune buttons to select the strongest local weather channel.

Weather Alert Function

1. Press the WX Alert button to activate.
2. The WX icon will flash when active.
3. When a weather alert is received:
   • Audible siren sounds.
   • Flashlight flashes on/off.
   • LCD backlight flashes for 1 minute.
4. Press any button to silence the alert and switch to the weather channel.

ER210 Settings Menu

Accessing the Menu

• Press and hold the WX Alert/Menu button for 2 seconds.

Navigation

• Use Tune buttons to adjust settings.
• Press WX Alert/Menu button to cycle through menu options.
• The menu will auto-exit after 30 seconds of inactivity.

Setting the Clock

1. Select 12-hour or 24-hour clock format.
2. Set hours and minutes using Tune buttons.

Backlight Options

• OFF: Backlight always off.
• ON: Backlight always on.
• Default: Backlight on for 5 seconds after button press.

Weather Channel Display Options

• Frequency: Displays weather channel frequency.
• Channel: Displays weather channel number.

Flashlight Operation

Brightness Modes

• First press: Dim mode
• Second press: Bright mode

SOS Morse Code Flashlight Beacon

• Press the flashlight button three times to activate SOS signal.
• Flash pattern: 3 short flashes, 3 long flashes, 3 short flashes.
• Press flashlight button again to turn off SOS mode.

Using the Headphone Jack

• Compatible with 1/8 inch mono or stereo plugs.
• Allows private listening with headphones (not included).

Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)

• Three-year warranty from date of purchase on radios.
• 90-day warranty on accessories.
• Does not cover misuse, water damage, or unauthorized repair.
• Submit warranty claims in the Midland Returns and Claims Portal