Radio Shack Bedside SAME Weatheradio Manual de usuario

www.radioshack.comSM

OWNER’S MANUAL —

Please read before using this equipment.

RadioShack and RadioShack.com are trademarks

used by RadioShack Corporation.

Public Alert is a trademark of the Consumer Electronics Association.

LiquidCrystalDisplay

— alarge, easy-to-read

display shows alert and

channel information.

MENU—Pressto

select programming.

CLOCK — Press to set the

clock and alarm time. WEATHER/SNOOZE — Press

to listen to a broadcast. Press to

silence the alarm to snooze.

ADVISORY/WATCH/

WARNING LEDs —

Light to indicate the

severity of a weather

alert.

e, d, f, g—Press to navigate

programming menus.

Weather and other hazard information brought to you by the

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)®.

!IMPORTANT !

If an icon appears at the end of a paragraph, go to the box on that page with the

corresponding icon for pertinent information.

o — Warning !— Important Ô— Note

Bedside SAME

Weatheradio®

12-261

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

all-guides.com

Back view

DC 9V Jack — Insert the supplied

adapter to power your Weatheradio®.

ALERT ON/OFF — Turn

the audible alert on or off as

desired.

ALARM ON/OFF/SNOOZE —

Turn the alarm on or off, or enable

the snooze function.

ALERT OUT — Connect to an

external device to be notified of

weather alerts almost anywhere in

your home.

EXT ANT — Connect an

external antenna for crisp,

clear reception.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

How Your Weatheradio® Works

HOW YOUR

WEATHERADIO®

WORKS

Traditional weather radios simply

receive the National Oceanic and

Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

weather broadcast, and then sound an

alarm if an emergency code is

transmitted along with the broadcast.

This means that people outside an

affected area are often alerted even

though their area is not affected,

causing some to ignore weather

warnings that apply to their area.

In 1994, NOAA began broadcasting

signals called FIPS (Federal

Information Processing System) codes

along with their standard weather

broadcasts. 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 FIPS code information so you

can determine if the emergency affects

your area. Only SAME-compatible

weather radios are able to take

advantage of this technology.

Each FIPS code identifies a specific

geographic area defined by the

CONTENTS

How Your

Weatheradio®Works ........ 3

Weather Alerts .............. 4

Locking Out Undefined

Weather Descriptions ... 4

Understanding

FIPS Codes .................. 5

Obtaining Your Area’s

FIPS Code(s) ................ 6

Preparation ....................... 6

Connecting to AC Power 7

Installing the Backup

Battery .......................... 7

Using the Antenna ........ 8

Connecting an

External Antenna .......... 9

Choosing a Location .... 9

Connecting to an

External System ......... 10

Testing the

Weatheradio®............. 10

Programming ................. 11

Channel Setup ............ 12

Alert Type Setup ......... 13

Missed Alert Reminder 14

Signal Loss Reminder 15

Response Location ..... 15

Tone Defeat ................ 18

Operation ........................ 21

Setting the Clock

and Alarm ................... 22

Listening to a Weather

Broadcast ................... 24

Using the Alert ........... 24

Setting Alert Tone Level 24

Viewing Multiple Alerts 25

Backlight ..........................26

Troubleshooting ............. 27

The FCC Wants

You To Know .................. 28

Specifications ................ 29

NWS Alert Descriptions .. 30

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

How Your Weatheradio® Works

National Weather Service (NWS). If

FIPS codes are entered, 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.

WEATHER ALERTS

When a weather alert is received, an

alert sounds, and the alert description

and duration appear on the display,

Alert descriptions are based on a list of

specific weather alert types published

by the NWS. For a list of alert

descriptions displayed on your

Weatheradio®, see “NWS Alert

Descriptions” on Page 30. Ôo

LOCKING OUT UNDEFINED

WEATHER DESCRIPTIONS

The NWS mightoccasionally broadcast

weather information intended for

commercial or non-private use. This

information could include a message

intended for automated weather

services (such as those used by radio

or TV stations). Your Weatheradio®

memory does not contain a specific,

corresponding description for the

ÔNOTE Ô

If more than one

weather alert is received

at the same time, the

latest one will be shown.

User can browse the

alert buffer by pressing

for g.

oWARNING o

The NWS uses

sophisticated weather

models to determine an

alert’s effective time.

However, the end of an

alert does not necessar

mean that the weather

emergency is over.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

How Your Weatheradio® Works

signals related to these commercial

weather types.

Additionally, your Weatheradio®is

designed to recognize all common

weather alert types currently used by

the NWS. However, the NWS

occasionally creates and broadcasts

new alert types. If a signal for a new

alert type is received and the alert is

turned on, UNRECOGN and the alert

description (EMERGENCY, STATEMENT,

WARNING or WATCH) appear.

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), and assigned a six-digit

FIPS code. For example, the code for

Tarrant County, Texas, is 048439.

The first digit of a FIPS code identifies

the county subdivision, the next two

digits identify the state, and the last

three digits identify the county or

parish. Ô

Your Weatheradio®can receive all

SAME alert signals broadcast within

ÔNOTE Ô

Most FIPS codes begin

with 0, which means the

code represents an

entire county. The NWS

plans to subdivide some

large counties. When

this happens, each

subdivision will be

assigned a digit from

1-9, resulting in codes

such as 148439,

248439, and so on. If

you are close to a

county or parish line,

you might want to obtain

the codes for the nearby

counties or parishes.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

Preparation

about a 50-mile radius. To receive

alerts about weather occurring only in

particular counties within that area, you

can program up to nine FIPS codes into

memory. You can then avoid hearing

an alert that applies to an area within a

50-mile radius, but not necessarily to

your county or parish.

OBTAINING YOUR AREA’S

FIPS CODE(S)

To obtain FIPS codes, contact your

local RadioShack store or call the NWS

toll free at 1-888-NWR-SAME

(1-888-697-7263). !

You can also visit the NWS website at:

www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm

PREPARATION

Your Weatheradio®uses the supplied

AC adapter for power, and one 9V

battery (not supplied) for backup if AC

power fails or is temporarily

!IMPORTANT !

You might want to obtain

codes for other local

areasthatyoufrequently

travel through (as long

as they are within an

area covered by your

local NWS broadcast

station). That way, you

can program those

codes into the

Weatheradio®and

receive those

broadcasts.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

all-guides.com

Preparation

disconnected. We recommend

RadioShack alkaline batteries.

CONNECTING TO AC

POWER

1. Insert the supplied AC adapter’s

barrelplugintotheWeatheradio®’s

DC 9V jack.Ô

2. Plug the other end of the adapter

into a standard AC outlet. Ô

INSTALLING THE BACKUP

BATTERY

1. Slide the battery compartment

cover downward to remove it.

Barrel Plug

ÔNOTE Ô

• Using the

different polarity

adapter may

cause the

weatheradio's

electronics

trouble.

• Always connect

the

Weatheradio®to

AC power for

normal use.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

Preparation

2. Place a 9V battery in the

compartment according to the

polarity symbols marked inside.

3. Replace the cover.

When ²appears, backup battery

power is low. When ²flashes and AC

power isconnected, the backup battery

is dead, or not installed correctly.

Replace or install a fresh battery. Ô

USING THE ANTENNA

The built-in telescoping antenna lets

you receive strong local signals. To use

the built-in antenna, lift it so it is

positioned vertically and fully extend it.

ÔBATTERY NOTESÔ

• Dispose of old batteries

promptly and properly.

• Do not burn or bury

batteries.

• Use only a fresh battery

of the required size and

recommended type.

• If you do not plan to use

the Weatheradio®for

several weeks, remove

the battery. Batteries

can leak chemicals that

can damage electronic

parts.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

Preparation

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL

ANTENNA

To improve reception in remote areas,

you can connect an external antenna

using an adapter cable with a phono

plug. Your local RadioShack store sells

a wide variety of antennas.

To connect an external antenna,

connect one end of the adapter cable to

the Weatheradio®’s EXT ANT jack.

Connect the other end of the cable to

the antenna.

CHOOSING ALOCATION

You can set your Weatheradio®on any

flat surface. For the best reception,

place your Weatheradio®where:

• it can receive alert signals.

• you can hear the alert tone.

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 refrigerator, a metal door or

wall, or a water pipe hidden behind a

wall. This reduces the Weatheradio®’s

ability to receive signals.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

Preparation

CONNECTING TO AN

EXTERNAL SYSTEM

The Weatheradio®’s ALERT OUT

terminals let you connect an external

module interface using twin-lead 20-

gauge cable (not supplied), such as

Plug’n Power or X-10. Then you can

set the interface to sound an audible or

visible alert on a connected appliance

when a weather emergency alert

broadcast is received. Ô

1. Connect the Weatheradio®’s

positive (+) and negative (-)

ALERT OUT terminals to the

corresponding (+ and -) terminals

on the external system.

2. When you are finished, use a

pointed object (such as a

straightened paper clip) to press

on the orange tabs under the cable

wires, and gently pull on the wires

to remove them.

TESTING THE WEATHERADIO®

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

ÔNOTE Ô

•Yourlocal

RadioShack

store carries a

wide selection of

cable and

audible or visible

alert

accessories.

• TheALERTOUT

terminalisturned

on when an valid

alert is received

and turned off

aftertheeffective

time has expired

•Pressing

WEATHER to

turn broadcast

off can turn off

ALERT OUT

also.

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

Otros manuales para Bedside SAME Weatheradio

Este manual sirve para los siguientes modelos

Tabla de contenidos

Otros manuales de Radio de Radio Shack

Radio Shack

Radio Shack DX-394 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 120-0914 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack FRS Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack Pro-2045 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack iSCAN PRO-18 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack DX-398 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack TRC-503 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 21-1576 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 21-1805 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack TRC-501 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 200 Ch VHF/Air/UHF Home Scanner Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 12-807 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 2000655 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack TRC-442 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 12-826 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack TRC-502 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack Mobile/Marine 14-Channel FRS Radio Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack Crystal Radio Kit Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 120-0738/40 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 12-928 Optimus Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 21-1679 A Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack 20-125 Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack TRC521 CB Manual de usuario

Radio Shack

Radio Shack Realistic TRC-473 Manual de usuario

Manuales populares de Radio de otras marcas

EisSound

EisSound KBSound iSelect Manual de usuario

Midland

Midland 1001LWX Manual de usuario

Konig

Konig HAV-SR41 Manual de usuario

Roberts

Roberts exprssion Manual de usuario

VDigi

VDigi DD3.0 Manual de usuario

Roberts

Roberts Stream 207 Manual de usuario

Sony

Sony Walkman SRF-M97 Manual de usuario

Stanley

Stanley FatMax FMC770 Manual de usuario

auna

auna DAB-Radio 10026947 Manual de usuario

SOUNDMASTER

SOUNDMASTER UR190 Manual de usuario

HYT

HYT TC-320 Manual de usuario

auna multimedia

auna multimedia Yellowstone 10026851 Manual de usuario

B-Tech

B-Tech GMRS-V2 Manual de usuario

Weierwei

Weierwei VEV-V8 Manual de usuario

SOUNDMASTER

SOUNDMASTER DAB750 Manual de usuario

Telefunken

Telefunken TF-1505 Manual de usuario

Makita

Makita LXRM03 Manual de usuario

PRESIDENT

PRESIDENT TEDDY R. Manual de usuario