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Version 1.0

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Controls

Description

1 Telescoping antenna

11 Power Input Port (to computer or optional AC

adaptor)

2 Flashlight LED (white)

12 Hand Crank (on back)

3 Alarm LED (red)

13 AAA battery compartment (on bottom)

4 Multi-function switch

14 Charging indicator light

5 Solar Panel

15 Tuner indicating light

6 AM/FM/WB switch

16 Power switch and volume adjustment knob

7 Tuner display

17 Power Mode selection switch

8 Clip

18 Tuning knob

9 USB Output Power Port (to smart

phone or PDA)

19 Rechargeable battery compartment (on back)

10 Headphone Jack

Figure 1

Cables

The WR-199 includes a power input cable that connects to USB power (from a computer or optional
AC adapter, DC converter, or external solar panel).

Summary of Contents for WR-199

Page 1: ... 2 Radio Operation 10 8 2 1 Weather Band Tuning 11 8 3 Smart phone and PDA Operation 11 8 4 SOS 12 8 5 Audio Output Head Phones 12 8 6 Antenna and Radio Reception 13 9 Care and Maintenance 13 9 1 Battery Maintenance 13 9 2 General Care and Maintenance 13 10 Specifications 13 11 Troubleshooting Guide 13 12 Liability Disclaimer 14 13 Warranty Information 14 14 FCC Statement 15 15 Battery Recycle Sta...

Page 2: ...ing the rechargeable battery 2 Make sure the battery switch is in the LiIon battery position Maintenance 1 Leave the radio plugged into a power source computer USB or AC all of the time You cannot overcharge the radio If this is not possible 2 Periodically charge the radio every few weeks This will extend the battery life and provide a fully charged radio when an emergency occurs The solar collect...

Page 3: ...ights Reserved Page 3 Charging Smart Phone or PDA 1 Place the battery switch is in the LiIon position The AAA batteries do not provide sufficient current to charge a smart phone or PDA 2 Place the multi function switch in the cell phone position ...

Page 4: ...ulti function switch 14 Charging indicator light 5 Solar Panel 15 Tuner indicating light 6 AM FM WB switch 16 Power switch and volume adjustment knob 7 Tuner display 17 Power Mode selection switch 8 Clip 18 Tuning knob 9 USB Output Power Port to smart phone or PDA 19 Rechargeable battery compartment on back 10 Headphone Jack Figure 1 4 Cables The WR 199 includes a power input cable that connects t...

Page 5: ...his item near water The device should not be used near water for example near a bath tub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Unplug immediately if liquid has been spilled or any object has fallen into the unit 6 Clean only with dry cloth The device should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer 7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiat...

Page 6: ...m 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 or external 5V solar panel optional Solar power Hand crank power Figure 3 7 1 Battery Sources There are two battery sources 1 Rechargeable LiIon battery which is the primary source of energy 2 3 x AAA non rechargeable batteries which are the back up source of ene...

Page 7: ... the property battery polarity Replace the battery cover Switch the battery switch to AAA to use the non rechargeable battery AAA batteries 7 2 Power Input charging the radio from an external power source Prior to using the WR 199 we recommend you charge the rechargeable battery through the Power Input Port Figure 3 using a computer USB port or optional AC adaptor The WR 199 takes about two hours ...

Page 8: ... USB power source The red battery charge indicator light will illuminate when charging Continue to charge the WR 199 for several hours When fully charged the red battery charge indicator will turn off The WR 199 is now ready for use NOTE Use a 5 0V USB power source from a computer or appropriate AC or DC adaptor Over voltage may result in damaging the WR 199 Order the WR AC2 WR DC1 and WR SOLAR BA...

Page 9: ... battery To operate the hand crank perform the following 1 Lift the hand crank from the cradle as shown in Figure 6 2 Turn the hand crank either clockwise or counterclockwise at about two cranks per second for two minutes to activate the internal battery for initial use or when the unit has not been used for more than 60 days The red battery charging light illuminates when charging as shown in Fig...

Page 10: ...dio Operation For best results place the multi function switch to the OFF position while listening to the radio Significant static is present during cell phone charging operation POWER Rotate the volume knob clockwise from the OFF position Figure 1 reference 16 MODE Switches the radio band between AM FM weather band Figure 1 reference 6 TUNE Rotate the TUNE knob to adjust the AM FM or weather band...

Page 11: ... may vary NOTE Charging a smart phone through the Phone Charger Port is intended for emergency purpose only It is not intended for recharging fully a discharged smart phone battery Smart phone battery capacity significantly exceeds the battery capacity of the WR 199 Therefore a fully charged WR 199 will only partially charge a smart phone or PDA After the battery stops charging the device begin cr...

Page 12: ... includes an audio output jack This allows you to listen with headphones or connect to an auxiliary input source such as an amplifier Lift the rubber tab on the back of the WR 199 to expose the connectors as shown in Figure 3 Plug your earbuds into the headphone jack CAUTION Guard your ears against hearing damage When listening with headphones start at the lowest volume and gradually increase unti...

Page 13: ...age the WR 199 9 2 General Care and Maintenance Do not tamper with the internal components of the unit Clean your unit with a damp never wet cloth Solvent or detergent should never be used Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot humid or dusty places Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as fluorescent lamps or motors CAUTION Never allow any ...

Page 14: ...ty significantly exceeds the battery capacity of the WR 199 Therefore a fully charged WR 199 will only partially charge a smart phone or PDA device After the battery stops charging the device disconnect the device and begin cranking if a DC power source is not available 12 Liability Disclaimer Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot The e...

Page 15: ...mstances 14 FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules 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 NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursua...

Page 16: ...ed Page 16 15 Battery Recycle Statement Recycle Rechargeable Batteries Recycle your old rechargeable batteries at one of the many collection sites in the U S and Canada To find the site nearest you visit www call2recycle org or call toll free 1 877 2 RECYCLE ...

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