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User’s Guide
AM/FM/Weather
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Forecasting
Tabletop Radio
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Thank you for purchasing your AM/FM/Weather Forecasting
Tabletop Radio from
RadioShack
. Please read this user’s guide
before setting up and using your new radio.
Package Contents
• Tabletop Radio
• Remote Sensor
• AC Adapter
• User’s Guide
Features
• Predicts and displays the weather forecast
• Water-resistant remote sensor transmits wirelessly up
to nearly 90 feet away (accuracy based on line of sight)
• Receives all NOAA weather channels
• Stores 27 preset stations (10 AM, 10 FM, 7 weather)
• Auxiliary input for connecting other audio source
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Read instructions before operating the product.
2. Retain instructions for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding - type plug. When the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
Battery Notes:
• When
and the readings in the radio’s
RADIO/TIME
display flash, replace the batteries.
• Dispose of batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or
bury them.
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of
batteries (alkaline or rechargeable), or rechargeable
batteries of different capacities.
• If you do not plan to use the radio for a long time, remove
the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can damage
electronic parts.
pinched, particularly plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the radio.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Unplug this radio during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the radio has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the radio, the radio has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
14. The radio shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on radio.
15. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or the like.
Power Your Radio
Connect the supplied AC adapter barrel plug into the
AC
9V
jack at the back of the unit, and plug the adapter into
a standard AC outlet. The LCD backlit display lights blue.
Install Backup Batteries
Backup batteries are for power outages only. Settings
and data memory will be lost if both AC is out and
batteries are removed.
1.
Open the battery cover.
2.
Install three AA batteries (not included) as indicated
by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside.
3.
Replace the battery cover.
Set Up the Remote Sensor
Install Batteries
1.
Slide open the battery cover.
2.
Insert two AA batteries (not
included) in the battery
compartment matching the
polarity symbols (+ and –) marked
inside.
3.
Replace the battery cover.
Place the Remote Sensor
Place the sensor on a flat surface within 90 feet (27.4 m)
of your radio, in an open area free from trees or other
obstructions.
To mount the sensor on a wall:
1.
Select a position that is not higher
than 5 feet (1.5 m) on an outdoor
wall.
2.
Drill a hole at the position.
3.
Thread a screw (not included) into
the hole and let it extend slightly
from the wall.
4.
Fit the head of the screw into the
keyhole slot of the sensor.
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Note:
• When
and the readings flash in the radio’s
OUTDOOR
display, replace the batteries in the sensor.
Telescoping Antenna
Keyhole Slot
AC 9V
AUX IN
Connect to an external audio
source using a 3.5mm plug
(not included).
DIMMER
Switch to
LOW
or
HIGH
to
dim or brighten the radio
backlit display.
RESET
Resetting
your radio
clears all
your saved
settings.
LED
Flashes once a minute
to indicate signal
transmission.
Vents
• Before mounting the remote sensor, verify the radio can
receive signals from the chosen location. Move the sensor
closer if the radio does not receive any signals.
• Do not block vents. Do not submerge the sensor in water.
Avoid exposing the sensor to direct rain, snow, or sunlight.
Remove the sensor from outdoors in extreme or harsh
weather. Do not place the sensor in areas of high winds.
Weather Forecast
The radio calculates the weather forecast for the next 12
to 24 hours, and it displays the current indoor/outdoor
temperature and humidity readings.
When you power on the radio, wait for about 3 minutes
to receive an outdoor signal from the remote sensor.
flashes until the signal is received, then it disappears
when ready.
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Note:
If AC power is interrupted and you have not
installed backup batteries, the radio will begin searching for a
signal.
TIME
• Press to display the current time for 5
seconds in
AM/FM/WX
mode.
• Press and hold to enter time setting in
standby or
AUX
modes.
UP/HOUR
• Press to tune to
stations or select a
weather channel.
Press and hold to scan
available stations.
• Adjust the hour setting.
DOWN/MIN
• Press to tune to stations or select a
weather channel. Press and hold to
scan available stations.
• Adjust the minute setting.
VOL
Turn to switch on/off the
radio and adjust volume.
AM/FM/WX/
AUX
Select band
or change to
auxiliary mode.
PROGRAM
Enter
programming.
PRESET
Select a preset
station.
Alert Indicator
ALERT
Enter the alert standby
mode in weather band.
°C/°F
Toggle between Celsius
and Fahrenheit.
Outdoor
Humidity
Indoor Humidity
Radio Frequency
or Clock Time
Outdoor
Temperature
Indoor
Temperature
Weather
Forecast
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