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Insert the AC 
adapter to the 

DC 

9V

 jack to power 

your radio.

Install 6 AA 
batteries (not 
included) for 
backup power.

1.

  Open the 

battery 
compartment.

2.

  Insert batteries as indicated by the polarity 

symbols (+ and –) inside.

3.

  Replace the battery cover.

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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).

Optionally, use the keyhole slots on the radio’s 
back to mount the radio on a wall.

Step 2: Place the radio

Fully extend the telescoping antenna. 

For better reception, connect an external 
antenna to the 

EXT ANT

 jack using an optional 

adapter cable with a phono plug (not supplied).

Step 3: Use the antenna

1.

  Press 

MENU

 to go to the menu mode.

2.

  Use 

 to select menu items and 

change the settings; use 

SELECT

 to confirm 

each setting.

3.

  After setting, press 

MENU

 to exit.

Step 4: Set the radio

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

 

Green – 

READY

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.

Step 5: Receive alerts and understand indicators

Step 1: Power your radio

Flip up or down to change 
the display’s angle

Keyhole Slots

EXT ANT

DC 9V

Telescoping Antenna

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