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Weatheradio Alert 
(120-0246)                 Features                   Faxback Doc. # 19119 
 
Your Radio Shack Weatheradio Alert is designed to receive National Weather 
Service broadcasts, which provide information about weather conditions and 
forecasts 24 hours a day. 
 
The Weatheradio receives these transmissions from up to 50 miles away. 
 
The Weatheradio sounds an alarm when a weather station broadcasts a special 
trigger alert signal indicating a weather emergency. 
 
Your Weatheradio includes the following features: 
 
      Seven Channels (1-7) - let you choose the frequency that provides the 
                             best reception. 
 
                Alert Mode - sounds the siren when it detects an emergency 
                             weather situation. 
 
         Siren Test Button - lets you check the alert siren. 
 
    Battery-Saving Circuit - minimizes power consumption in the alert 
                             mode. 
 
Lightweight Compact Design - lets you carry the radio anywhere. 
 
 

Summary of Contents for 120-0246

Page 1: ...theradio sounds an alarm when a weather station broadcasts a special trigger alert signal indicating a weather emergency Your Weatheradio includes the following features Seven Channels 1 7 let you cho...

Page 2: ...indicated by the polarity symbols and marked inside the compartment 3 Replace the cover NOTES If reception becomes weak or the sound becomes distorted replace the batteries Never leave weak or dead b...

Page 3: ...et CHANNEL to the position that produces the clearest signal 3 Set WEATHER ALERT LOCK to ALERT In an emergency situation your Weatheradio will automatically sound an alert siren for 10 seconds NOTES A...

Page 4: ...ust place the Weatheradio where it can receive an emergency alert broadcast see Testing Alert Reception You must place the Weatheradio where you can hear its alert tone Once you determine a location t...

Page 5: ...guarantee that an emergency alert broadcast will trigger the radio USING THE TEST BUTTON The TEST button lets you hear the tone the Weathradio produces but does not test the radio s receiver or guara...

Page 6: ...ay from dust and dirt which can cause premature wear of parts Wipe the Weatheradio with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergen...

Page 7: ...62 475 MHz Channel 5 162 500 MHz Channel 6 162 525 MHz Channel 7 162 550 MHz Power Output 240 mW Max Power 3 AA Batteries Antenna Telescoping Rod Antenna Size HxWxD 5 1 2 x 2 5 8 x 15 16 Inches Weight...

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