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OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
Weatheradio
Cat. No. 12-251
®
with Alert
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not expose this product
to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION:
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
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The graphical symbols with supplemental markings are located on the bottom of the product.
RadioShack and Weatheradio are registered trademarks
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
This symbol is intended to alert
you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that might
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do
not open the product’s case.
This symbol is intended to inform
you that important operating and
maintenance instructions are
included in the literature accompanying this product.
©
1999 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
used by Tandy Corporation.
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FCC DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY
This device complies with Part 15 of the
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Product: Weatheradio with Alert
Model: 12-251
Responsible Party: RadioShack
100 Throckmorton
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: 817-415-3200
FCC Rules
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
FCC Rules
. These lim its are
.
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accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no g uar ante e th at i nte rfere nc e w il l
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment of f and on, the us er is enco uraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separati on betw een the eq uipment
and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differe nt from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult your local RadioShack store or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• If you cannot eliminate the interference, the
FCC requi res that you s top using yo ur Weatheradio.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by RadioShack ma y c ause interference a nd voi d the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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FEATURES
Your RadioShack Weatheradio with Alert is the next
generation of weather alert technology. Your Weatheradio uses SAME (Specific Area Message Encoding) circuitry to provide more complete information
about weather conditions in your immediate area,
letting you avoid hearing alerts for geographical areas that do not interest you.
Your Weatheradio’s features include:
SAME Operation
two different geographical codes into the Weatheradio’s memory, so the Weatheradio sounds an alert
only when a weather emergency is declared in any
of those locations.
Audible Alert
siren when it detects emergency weather situations.
7 Weather Channels
cy for your local National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) weather broadcasts.
Selectable Alert Function
Weatheradio so it sounds an alert then automatically sounds the accompanying NOAA broadcast when
it receives a weather emergency broadcast. You
can also set the Weatheradio so it sounds only the
alert, letting you manually tune the NOAA broadcast.
— lets you pr ogram as many as
— the Weatheradio sounds a built-in
— let you select the frequen-
— lets you set the
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Alert Indicator Lights
— the Weatheradio’s display
clearly shows whether a received alert is a statement, watch, warning, or emergency.
Battery Backup
— the Weatheradio uses a 9-volt
battery (not supplied) for backup power if AC power
fails or is temporarily disconnected.
Alert Volume Control
— lets you adjust the vol um e
of the siren so you will be sure to hear it.
We recommend you record your Weatheradio’s serial number here. The number is on the bottom of the
radio.
Serial Number:
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CONTENTS
How Your Radio Works ....................................... 8
When a Weather Alert Occurs ....................... 9
Understanding FIPS Codes ........................... 9
Obtaining Your Area’s FIPS Code(s) .... 11
Preparation ........................................................ 12
Powering the Weatheradio ........................... 12
Connecting AC Power .......................... 12
Installing the Backup Battery
Using the Built-In Antenna ........................... 14
Choosing a Location for the Weatheradio ... 15
Programming the Weatheradio .................... 16
Selecting a Broadcast Frequency ........ 17
Storing/Changing FIPS Codes ............. 19
Testing the Weatheradio .............................. 21
Operation ........................................................... 22
Listening to a Weather Broadcast ............... 22
Using the Alert Function .............................. 23
Setting the Alert Volume ....................... 24
Changing/Checking the Alert Pattern ... 24
Using the Weatheradio’s
‘All Signals’ Code ................................. 25
When a Test or Demo Alert Occurs ...... 26
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Troubles hooting ................................................ 28
Care .................................................................... 31
Specifications ................................................... 32
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HOW YOUR RADIO WORKS
Traditional weather radios simply receive NOAA’s
weather broadcast (usually within a 50-mile radius)
then sound an alarm if any emergency code was
transmitted along with the broadcast. This means
that people who live outside an affected area are often alerted even when their area is not affected,
causing many of them to ignore potentially real
weather warnings that can save lives.
In 1994, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) began broadcasting coded signals called FIPS (Federal Information Processing
System) codes along with their standard weather
broadcasts from stations in your area. These codes
identify the type of emergency and the specific geographic area (such as a county) affected by the
emergency. Your Weatheradio receives, interprets,
and displays information about the codes so you
can determine if the emergen cy might affe ct your ar-
Only SAME-compatible weather radios (such
ea.
as this Weatheradio) are able to take advantage
of this new technology.
Each FIPS code identifies a specific geographic
area (defined by the National Weather Service), so
your Weatheradio sounds an alert only when a
weather emergency is declared in that area. This
helps you more efficiently track the weather conditions in and around your area.
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WHEN A WEATHER ALERT
OCCURS
When the Weatheradio receives a weather alert:
• it sounds the built-in siren
• an indicator on the front of the Weatheradio
lights
Warning:
models to determine an alert’s effective time. However, the end of an alert does not necessarily mean
that the related weather emergency is over.
The NWS uses sophisticated weather
UNDERSTANDING FIPS CODES
For the purpose of broadcasting weather information, the NWS has divided the United States into regions by state and county (or parish, where
applicable) then assigned a 6-digit FIPS code to
identify each county or parish. For example, the
code for Tarrant County, Texas, is 048439.
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The first digit in a FIPS
code identifies the
county subdivision,
the next two digits
identify the state, and
048439
the last three digits
identify the county or
parish.
Note:
Most FIPS codes begin with 0, which means
State
County/
Parish
County Subdivision
the code represents an entire county. The NWS,
however, plans to eventually subdivide some large
counties. When that happens, each subdivision will
be assigned a digit from 1–9, resulting in codes
such as 148439, 248439, and so on.
Your Weatheradio can receive all SAME alert signals broadcast within about a 50-mile radius of
where you installed it. To receive SAME alerts and
broadcasts about weather occurring only in particular counties w ithin th at area, you can pro gram up to
two FIPS codes i nto t he Weatheradio’s memory. For
example, this let s y ou av oi d hea ring an alert that applies to an area within a 50-mile radius but not necessarily to your county or parish.
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Obtaining Your Area’s FIPS Code(s)
To obtain the FIPS code for the location where you
installed your Weatheradio, contact your local RadioShack store or call the NWS toll free at 1-888NWR-SAME (1-888-697 -7 26 3) . I f yo u c al l th e N WS ,
follow the instructions you hear.
Note:
If you are close to a county or parish line, you
might want to obtain the codes for the nearby counties or parishes.
Hint:
Since you can program up to two FIPS codes
into the Weatheradio’s memory, you might want to
obtain the code for another local area that you frequently travel through (as long as both areas are
within a 50 mile radius of y our location and within an
area covered by yo ur lo cal N WS bro adc ast stati on) .
That way, you can program the code into the
Weatheradio and receive broadcasts covering that
location, too.
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PREPARATION
POWERING THE WEATHERADIO
Your Weatheradio uses standard AC power for normal operation and requires one 9-volt battery (not
supplied) for backup power when AC power fails or
is temporarily disconnected. For the best performance and longest life, we recommend a RadioShack alkaline battery.
Cautions:
• Use only a fresh battery of the required size
and recommended type.
• Do not use a rechargeable battery in your
Weatheradio.
Connecting AC Power
If the Weatheradio’s display is on, rotate
OFF
toward
Then plug the Weatheradio’s power cord into a standard AC outlet.
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until it clicks to turn off the Weatheradio.
VOLUME
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Caution:
Your Weatheradio’s power cord has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). If
you have difficulty inserting the plug into the outlet,
do not force it! Turn the plug over and try again.
Installing the Backup Battery
1. If the Weatheradio’s display is on, rotate
UME
toward
OFF
until it clicks to turn off the
Weatheradio.
2. Press the tab on the battery compartment
cover, then lift up the cover to remove it.
3. Snap a 9V battery onto the battery terminals
inside the compartment, then place the battery
inside.
4. Replace the cover.
When the LOW BATT indi cator on the front of the
Weatheradio lights, replace the battery.
VOL-
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Warning:
properly. Do not burn or bury them.
Caution:
for several months, remove the battery. Batteries
can leak chemi ca ls t hat c an destroy electronic parts.
Note:
to (please add) minutes if the battery is removed or
dead and AC power is disconnected. If power is removed for a longer period of time, you must re-enter
all settings.
Dispose of old batteries promptly and
If you do not plan to use the Weatheradio
The Weat her ad i o main t ai n s a ll s e tt i n gs f or up
USING THE BUILT-IN ANTENNA
The Weathe radio’s built-i n telesco ping ant enna lets
you receive strong local signals. To use the built-in
antenna, lift it up so it is vertical, then fully extend it.
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CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR
THE WEATHERADIO
You can set your Weatheradio on a flat surface
(such as a shelf or counter top).
For the best reception, place your Weatheradio
where:
• it can receive alert signals (see “When a Test or
Demo Alert Occurs” on Page 26)
• you can hear its alert tone (see “Setting the
Alert Vo lume” on Page 24)
Once you determine a location that meets these two
conditions, leave the Weatheradio there for the best
protection.
Note:
Make sure the Weatheradio is away from obstructions such as metal cabinets or bookshelves.
(Higher frequencies are noticeably affected by obstructions.) Do not place the Weatheradio near any
metal surface such as a refrigerato r, a metal door or
wall, or a water pipe hidden behind a wall. This
greatly reduces the Weatheradio’s ability to receive
signals.
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PROGRAMMING THE
WEATHERADIO
Your Weatheradio is preprogrammed to receive
broadcasts for all FIPS codes, and is preprogrammed wi th the seven na tional NOAA b roadcast
frequencies (Channels 1–7).
The first time you use your Weatheradio, it is automatically set to use the NOAA weather broadcast
frequency 162.400 MHz (Channel 1) and receive all
SAME alert signals broadcast within a 50-mile radi us of where you installed it.
Depending on your location, you might need to select a different channel and enter one or two FIPS
codes into the Weatheradio.
Notes:
• To stop programming the Weatheradio at any
time during the steps described in this section,
PROGRAM/OPERATE
set
Weatheradio saves any valid entries you made.
• The Weatheradio will not receive a weather
alert while you program it.
to
OPERATE
. The
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Selecting a Broadcast Frequency
1. To turn on the Weatheradio, turn
VOLUME
right until it clicks.
PROGRAM/OPERATE
2. Set
PROGRAM
to
. C and
the current radio channel setting flash.
3. Repeatedly pres s
you want, then rotate
SCROLL
to select the channel
VOLUME
as needed so
you can hear the current weather broadcast as
you make your selections. As you press
SCROLL
cast channel (
, the currently selected weather broad-
1
through 7) lights.
Repeat this step until you find the channel
broadcasting in your area..
Channel
Frequency
(MHz)
1 162.400
2 162.425
to the
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Channel
Note:
If you receive a NOAA broadcast on
Frequency
(MHz)
3 162.450
4 162.475
5 162.500
6 162.525
7 162.550
more than one channel, the one with the best
reception
might not
be the one broadcasting
informatio n for yo ur lo cati on. Conta ct yo ur loc al
RadioShack store or the NWS to find out which
frequency NOAA is using to broadcast from the
station nearest your location, then select that
channel.
4. When you hear the channel you want, press
CONFIRM
. The weather broadcast stops, the
Weatheradio beeps, and L, 1, –, and the FIP S
code stored in the first memory location flash.
PROGRAM/OPERATE
5. Set
Note:
If you do not press a button for 45 sec-
OPERATE
to
.
onds, the Weatheradio automatically switches
to operate mode. Set
back to
OPERATE
and start over at Step 2.
PROGRAM/OPERATE
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Storing/Changing FIPS Codes
You can store or change FIPS codes in the Weatheradio’s memory (to narrow the area for which you
receive SAME alerts). Your Weatheradio has two
memory locations for FIPS codes.
1. Follow Steps 1–4 under “Selecting a Broadcast
Frequency” on Page 17.
2. To change the FIPS code in the first memory
location, press
SCROLL
first FIPS code stored in the Weatheradio
appears.
. The first digit of the
Or, hold down
CONFIRM
for about 2 seconds to
skip the FIPS code in the first memory location,
then skip to Step 5.
3. Repeatedly press or hold down
SCROLL
the first digit of the FIPS code changes to the
one you want, then press
CONFIRM
. A dash (–)
appears.
If you enter the wrong digit, press
CLEAR
clear it.
until
to
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4. Repeat Step 3 to change each digit of the FIPS
code. When you have entered the last digit of
the FIPS code, the Weatheradio sounds a confirmation tone and saves the new FIPS code.
5. If you just saved the FIPS code i n the fi rst me mory location, L, 2, –, and the FIPS code stored
in the seco nd memory locat ion flash. If necessary, repeat Steps 2–4 to enter a FIPS code in
the second memory location.
6. When you have stored both FIPS codes, the
Weatheradio sounds a confirmation tone. Then,
codes appear that confirm the Weatheradio’s
current settings.
For exampl e, if you previous ly set the Weatheradio to use Channel 4 and stored a FIPS
code of 413540 in the first memory location and
a FIPS code of 425763 in the second memory
location, the following characters appear in
sequence:
C 4 L 1 – 4 1 3 5 4 0 L 2 – 4 2 5 7 6 3
When you finish, set
OPERATE
.
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PROGRAM/OPERATE
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TESTING THE WEATHERADIO
For your Weatheradio to be effective, you must
place it where it can receive an emergency alert
broadcast and where you can hear its alert tone.
In the United States, the NWS broadcasts a test
alert every week on Wednesday between 11 AM
and 1 PM. To find out the specific test schedule in
your area, contact your local NOAA or NWS office.
These offices are usually listed in the telephone
book under “US Government, Department of Commerce.”
Important:
weather broadcast signal does
an emergency alert broadcast will trigger your
Weatheradio’s alert function. Be sure you choose
the proper location for the Weatheradio (see
“Choosing a Location for the Weatheradio” on
Page 15) and regularly check the Weatheradio to be
sure it is operating properly (see “When a Test or
Demo Alert Occurs” on Page 26).
The fact that you get cl ea r rece pti on of a
not
guarantee that
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OPERATION
To turn on the Weatheradio, turn
right until it clicks.
VOLUME
Note:
dio broadcast volume. To set the alert volume, see
“Setting the Alert Volume” on Page 24.
To listen to a weather broadcast
Weather Broadcast. ”
To adjust the tone you hear when the Weatheradio
sounds an alert
Page 24.
To change the way in which the Weatheradio responds to an alert
Alert Pattern” on Page 24.
To turn off the Weatheradio, rotate
left until it clicks.
also controls the Weatheradio’s au-
, see “Setting the Alert Volume” on
, see “Changing/Checking the
VOLUME
, see “Listening to a
VOLUME
to the
to the
LISTENING TO A WEATHER
BROADCAST
Your Weatheradio is p repro gra mm ed w ith the s eve n
NOAA weather broadcast frequencies (Channels 1–
7). To select a freq uency broadcast in your area, fol-
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low the steps in “Selecting a Broadcast Frequency”
on Page 17.
To listen to a weather broadcast,
make sure
set to
then adjust
PROGRAM/OPERATE
OPERATE
, press
VOLUME
is
WEATHER
to the desire d
,
listening level. To turn off the
weather broadcast, press
ER
again.
WEATH-
USING THE ALERT FUNCTION
When the NWS broadcasts a warning, watch, or
statement, the Weatheradio sounds an alert tone,
and the STATEMENT (if the broadcast is a statement), WATCH (if the broadcast is a watch), or
WARNING (if the broadcast is a warning or emergency) indicators li ght.
Warning:
If severe weather threatens, do not wait
for an alert tone; turn on the weather broadcast and
monitor the weather information.
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Setting the Alert Volume
To set your Weatheradio’s alert volume, rotate
TONE
toward
LOW to
HIGH
decrease it.
to increase the volume or toward
We recommend you set th e alert volu me to the hig hest volume setting, then decrease it as needed.
Changing/Checking the Alert Pattern
You can set
TONE/VOICE
(on the back) to have the
Weatheradio respond to an NWS alert broadcast in
one of two ways.
VOICE
— the Weatheradio sounds an alert for
about 8 seconds, then automatically turns on the
weather (voice) broadcast for 5 minutes or until the
NWS transmits an ending sequence, whichever
comes first. An alert could be in effect for several
hours.
To turn off the alert and continue to listen to the
NWS broadcast, press
WEATHER
.
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TONE
— the Weatheradio sounds an alert. To turn
off the alert and turn on the NWS broadcast, press
WEATHER
Notes:
• The STATEMENT, WATCH, or WARNING indi-
• See “Setting the Alert Volume” on Page 24 for
.
cators on the front of the Weatheradio light in
either alert pattern setting.
more information abou t adju sting t he W ea theradio’s alert tone.
Using the Weatheradio’s ‘All Signals’
Code
Your Weatheradio is preset to use a default “all signals” code of 99, which lets it receive any weather
alert broadcast within the Weatheradio’s reception
range (about a 50-mile radius in most locations).
This code is preset in the Weatheradio’s first memory location.
To set the Weatheradio to respond only to specific
NWS FIPS codes you select, choose the codes (as
many as two) you want to program (see “Understanding FIPS Codes” on Page 9 and “Obtaining
Your Area’s FIPS Code(s)” on Page 11), then pro-
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gram those codes into the first and second memory
locations (see “Storing/Changing FIPS Codes” on
Page 19).
When a Test or Demo Alert Occurs
The NWS sends out wee kly test sign als yo u can us e
to confirm that your Weatheradio is working properly. To find out the spe cific test s chedu le in y our are a,
contact your local N OAA or N WS o ffi ce. Those offices are usually listed in the telephone book under
US Government, Department of Commerce
When the Weatheradio’s alert function is turned on
and the W eatheradio receives a test broadcast for a
FIPS code you programmed in to its memory, it responds in one of these ways.
NWS Alert Type You Hear
.
Demo Message
(sent at random times)
Required Weekly SAME Test Beeps
Required Monthly SAME Test Beeps
Note:
The Weatheradio does not turn on an indica-
tor during a test/demo broadcast.
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If your Weatheradio is turned on and properly set
but it does not respond to a test broadcast, see
“Troubleshooting” on Page 28.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If your Weatheradio is not working as it should,
these suggestions might help you eliminate the
problem. If the Weatheradio still does not operate
properly, take it to your local RadioShack store for
assistance.
Problems Suggestions
No power. Make sure the Weatheradio is
No sound. Adjust
One or more FIPS
codes are stored in
memory, but the
radio responds to
weather alert broadcasts for areas
covered by those
codes.
not
connected to AC power and (if
AC power has failed) a backup
battery is installed. See “Powering the Weatheradio” on
Page 12.
VOLUME
“Setting the Alert Volume” on
Page 24.
Make sure the Weatheradio’s
all-signals code (99) is not
stored in memory. See “Using
the Weatheradio’s ‘All Signals’
Code” on Page 25.
or
TONE
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. See
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Problems Suggestions
The radio is not
responding properly
to NWS weather alert
broadcasts.
No weather broadcast when you press
WEATHER
.
Make sure you programmed
the correct FIPS code(s) into
the Weatheradio’s memory.
See “Programming the Weatheradio” on Page 16.
Make sure
ATE
Make sure the telescoping
antenna is fully extended. See
“Using the Built-In Antenna” on
Page 14.
Make sure the Weatheradio is
set to the NOAA channel that is
being broadcast in your area.
See “Programming the Weatheradio” on Page 16.
PROGRAM/OPER-
is set to
OPERATE
.
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Problems Suggestions
C-OP
(check operation)
appears.
The Weatheradio has not
received any type of SAME
alert signal (including test or
demo signals) for about 192
hours. Make sure the FIPS
code(s) stored in memory are
correct. See “Programming the
Weatheradio” on Page 16.
Make sure the telescoping
antenna is fully extended. See
“Using the Built-In Antenna” on
Page 14.
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CARE
To enjoy your Weatheradio for a long time:
• Keep the Weatheradio dry. If it gets wet, wipe it
dry immediately.
• Use and store the Weatheradio only in normal
temperature environm ent s.
• Handle the Weatheradio gently and carefully.
Don’t drop it.
• Keep the Weatheradio away from dust and dirt.
• Wipe the Weathe radio wi th a damp cl oth occa sionally to keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the Weatheradio’s internal components can cause a malfunction and invalidate its warranty. If your Weatheradio is not
performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Coverage (MHz):
Channel 1 .............................................162.400
Channel 2 ............................................ 162.425
Channel 3 ............................................ 162.450
Channel 4 ............................................ 162.475
Channel 5 ............................................ 162.500
Channel 6 ............................................ 162.525
Channel 7 ............................................ 162.550
Receiving Sensitivity (at 12 dB SINAD) ........ 0.3 µV
FIPS Code Sensitivity
@ ± 3 kHz Deviation/90% Success Rate ..... 0.3 µV
Signal to Noise Ratio ..................................... 40 dB
Dual Tone Detection Range ............. 1.2 to 2.4 kHz
Channel Selectivity ........................ ± 25 kHz, 60 dB
Power Output (Maximum) .......................... 250 mW
Power Supply ............ 120 Volts, 60 Hz, 5 Watts AC
Battery Backup .......................... One 9-Volt Battery
Antenna .......................... Telescoping Rod Antenna
1
Dimensions (HWD) ............. 7
Weight ......................................................... 18.3 oz
/5 × 51/2 × 14/5 Inches
(183 × 140 × 46 mm)
(520 g)
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Specifications are typical; individual units might
vary. Specifications are subject to change and im provement without notice.
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NOTES
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Limited Ninety-Day Warranty
This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of
purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack
franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack
MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE
WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioSha ck SHA LL HAVE NO LIABILIT Y OR RES PONSI BILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR E NTITY W ITH RESP ECT
TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY
BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIM ITED TO, ANY
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA,
PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the lim itations on how long an implied warranty lasts or
the exclusion of incidental or conse quent ial dam ages, so t he ab ove lim i tations or
exclusions may not apply to you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and
the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack
store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law:
(a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for par ts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is
made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and
products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made
after the expiration of the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to
acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improp er or abno rmal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or
other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those
provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as
fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor,
Fort Worth, TX 76102
We Service What We Sell
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