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LISTENINg TO WEATHER CHANNELS
The scanner lets you easily listen to NOAA weather channels in use in your
area. Slide the audio source selector to
Weather
. The scanner scans the
preset weather frequencies and stops if it detects a transmission. If you want
to check for another frequency in use in your area, press
SCAN
or press
▲
or
▼
. Press
HOLD/Sleep
to hold on the current weather channel.
Seven NOAA weather channels are available across most of the US. To find
out which channel is in use in your area, visit the NOAA web site at http://www.
noaa.nws.gov. Select one of these frequencies if they are in use in your area.
WEATHER ALERT DETECTION
The scanner sounds a weather alert tone if it detects an alert under the
following settings:
• Mode = Weather
• Time = Clock
• Power = Off
The weather alert siren tone sounds as long as the scanner detects the alert. If
it can no longer detect the alert, the siren tone stops. Press any key to stop the
tone and move into WX Hold mode.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
gENERAL USE
• Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power.
• If memory is lost, reprogram each channel.
• Always press each button firmly until you hear the entry tone for that key
entry.
LOCATION
• Do not use the scanner in high-moisture environments such as the kitchen
or bathroom.
• Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents.
• If the scanner receives strong interference or electrical noise, move it
or its antenna away from the source of the noise. If possible, a higher
elevation might provide better reception.
• Also try changing the height or angle of the antenna.
CLEANINg
• Disconnect the power to the unit before cleaning.
• Clean the outside of the scanner with a mild detergent.
• To prevent scratches, do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Be careful
not to rub the LCD window.
• Do not use excessive amounts of water.
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