All-Hazards Desktop Weather Alert Radio
Quick Start Guide
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Step 2: Place the radio
Step 3: Use the antenna
Step 1: Power your radio
DC 9V
Insert the AC
adapter to the DC
9V jack to power
your radio.
Keyhole Slots
Install 6 AA
batteries (not
included) for
backup power.
Telescoping Antenna
EXT ANT
Place the radio on a flat surface where it
receives alerts clearly. Avoid placing it near
large obstructions or metal surfaces (such as a
refrigerator).
Fully extend the telescoping antenna.
For better reception, connect an external
antenna to the EXT ANT jack using an optional
1. Open the
battery
compartment.
adapter cable with a phono plug (not supplied).
2. Insert batteries as indicated by the polarity
Optionally, use the keyhole slots on the radio’s
back to mount the radio on a wall.
symbols (+ and –) inside.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Step 4: Set the radio
Step 5: Receive alerts and understand indicators
Flip up or down to change
the display’s angle
Press WEATHER/SNOOZE to listen to the broadcast (see
“NWS Alert Descriptions“ on page 12 of the User’s Guide for
a list of alert descriptions).
During broadcasting, press or
to adjust the volume.
Understanding the Alert Indicators
Alerts are indicated with differently colored LEDs:
Red – WARNING
Orange – WATCH
Yellow – ADVISORY
1. Press MENU to go to the menu mode.
Green – READY
2. Use , , , to select menu items and
change the settings; use SELECT to confirm
each setting.
When an alert is in effect, the corresponding alert
indicator flashes for 60 seconds and then lights for the
duration the alert is in effect.
3. After setting, press MENU to exit.
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