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the radio will automatically tune to next radio station with sufficient reception.
7.4.2
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:
http://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”, an automated voice that provides forecast
information, weather statements, watches and warnings.
7.4.3
Weather Alert Mode
When you enter the Weather Alert Mode, your radio will be silenced and enter weather alert standby
mode. The radio will remain in standby mode until there is a weather statement, watch or warning.
To activate the Weather Alert Mode, press the
MODE
button until the
WB
symbol begins flashing on
the display. The WB symbol will continue to flash until there is a weather statement, watch or warning.
In the event of an alert, the alert light will flash and the radio will sound (with the voice of the
National Weather Service). To disable the alert light, press any key. To disable the alert light but
continue in alert mode, press and hold the
MODE
button to two seconds.
To verify you have reception in your area, the National Weather Service (NWS) normally run tests
each Wednesday between 10 a.m. and 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.
NOTE:
If battery power is low, the unit will exit the weather alert mode and enter the time display
mode.
7.5
Cell Phone and mp3/mp4 Operation
Because smart phone batteries vary in their current ratings, we cannot specify charging rates or usage
time. 10 to 15 minutes of cranking may result in 1 or more minute of talk-time, but your results may
vary.
NOTE:
Charging a smart phone through the Phone Charger Jack 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-333A. Therefore, a fully charged
WR-333A will only partially charge a smart phone or PDA. After the battery stops charging the device,
begin cranking if a DC power source is not available to continue recharging the smart phone.
NOTE
: You can charge a smart phone in either battery mode (Lithium Ion
or AAA
).
To charge the smart phone or PDA:
1.
Turn off the radio and flashlight to conserve power.