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6.3

 

Time 

When first powered up, the time will default to 12:00 AM. 
 

1.

 

Set 12Hr/24Hr Mode.

 Press and hold the 

MODE

 button for two seconds to enter the time 

setting mode. 12 Hr will begin flashing. Press the 

TUN+

 button to switch between 12 hour 

and 24 hour time mode. Press the 

MODE

 button to proceed to the next step.   

2.

 

Set Hour. 

Press the 

TUN+

 or 

TUN-

 to adjust the hour up or down. Hold the 

TUN

 button to 

change rapidly. Press the 

MODE

 button to proceed to the next step.   

3.

 

Set Minute. 

Press the 

TUN+

 or 

TUN-

 to adjust the minute up or down. Hold the 

TUN

 button 

to change rapidly. Press the 

MODE

 button to exit the time setting mode. 

6.4

 

  Radio Band Mode 

NOTE

: AM radio reception is dramatically reduced when charging from USB. Disconnect USB 

power when listening to the AM radio. 
Press the 

POWER

 button to turn the radio on and transition from the time mode.   

 
The radio will default to 

FM

 band (or the last radio band since power up). Press the 

MODE

 button to 

change to the 

AM

 band. Press the 

MODE

 button to change to the Weather Band (

WB

). While 

displaying the Weather Band, press and hold the 

MODE

 button for two seconds to change to Weather 

Band Alert mode (the 

WB

 symbol will begin flashing). 

6.4.1

 

AM/FM Radio Tuning 

When the radio is turned on, press the 

TUN+ 

button to increase the frequency and press the 

TUN- 

button to decrease the frequency. 
 
To auto scan, press and hold the 

TUN

 (+ or -) key for at least one second and the radio will 

automatically tune to next radio station with sufficient reception. 

6.4.2

 

Weather Band Tuning 

There are seven distinct weather channels. The frequencies are 162.400 MHz, 162.425 MHz, 162.450 
MHz, 162.475 MHz, 162.500 MHz, 162.525 MHz and 162.550 MHz. 
 
For a complete list of weather radio broadcasting stations, please visit the National Weather Service 
website: 

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

 

 
Our recommendation is to tune to the station with the best reception using the 

TUN+

 button. You will 

hear the “voice of the National Weather Service”, and automated voice that provides forecast 

Summary of Contents for WR-090

Page 1: ...uction 2 2 Important Notes 2 3 Features 2 4 Getting Started 3 5 Power Sources 3 6 Operation 3 6 1 Flashlight Operation 3 6 2 Radio Operation 3 6 3 Time 4 6 4 Radio Band Mode 4 6 4 1 AM FM Radio Tuning 4 6 4 2 Weather Band Tuning 4 6 4 3 Weather Alert Mode 5 6 5 Low Battery Indication 5 7 Specifications 5 8 Troubleshooting Guide 5 9 Accessories 6 10 Liability Disclaimer 6 11 Warranty Information 7 ...

Page 2: ... wikispaces com wr090 Figure 1 2 Important Notes Before using this product please read the following warning and cautions This unit is water resistant but is not water proof Do not expose to rain or moisture Do not submerge or expose for extended periods to water Only operate within specified temperature range 32 F to 131 F Unplug immediately from USB power if liquid has been spilled or any object...

Page 3: ...owered from the following sources DC power from a USB power source such as a computer AC power by adding a USB to AC adaptor optional DC car charger by adding a USB to DC car adaptor optional 3 x AAA Battery power battery not included 6 Operation 6 1 Flashlight Operation Turn the light on and off with the light switch on the upper left side of the unit Figure 1 6 2 Radio Operation The WR 090 inclu...

Page 4: ...ll default to FM band or the last radio band since power up Press the MODE button to change to the AM band Press the MODE button to change to the Weather Band WB While displaying the Weather Band press and hold the MODE button for two seconds to change to Weather Band Alert mode the WB symbol will begin flashing 6 4 1 AM FM Radio Tuning When the radio is turned on press the TUN button to increase ...

Page 5: ...d noon local time Tests may occur at other days and times when there is a threat of severe weather in the listening area or for other reasons 6 5 Low Battery Indication When the battery voltage is less than 3 0V the low battery indication will be displayed The radio will not operate in a low battery condition 7 Specifications Battery Power 3 x AAA batteries Radio Bands AM 525 KHz to 1710 KHz FM 88...

Page 6: ...nings is not possible You will always receive all three levels 9 Accessories The following software and hardware accessories are available for the WR 090 at www AmbientWeather com Accessory Image Description Ambient Weather 90W1 29100 USB to AC Adaptor Converter Converts USB cable to AC power Ambient Weather 30W1 29100 USB to DC Car Charger Converter Converts USB cable to DC car charger 10 Liabili...

Page 7: ...ur Ambient LLC warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions 1 damage caused by accident unreasonable use or neglect lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance 2 damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner s manual 3 damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an authorize...

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