Ambient Weather WR-090 Emergency Radio, Flashlight with AM/FM
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1. ambient weather Ambient Weather WR 090 Emergency Radio Flashlight with AM FM NOAA Weather Band Weather Alert User Manual ambient weather Table of Contents l Tda O e A E E E 25s Important Note Soasson nan an E a AEE ENEA E E EEEE reia iG TU E A AA E A EEE es aan eee eas A E SET o e DOE TET TETEE A E T AE ATT E T De POWT O e tom asaccasasant seamen aceescmcaceceeneacmeeaascalncseeeacaces Oe OS CANO ore ns contests E coud dsmadendsanaatedeatateecscae E N A 6 1 PUTS Ta UP AE O fcc cadens in ahaa ee tenn ead ed E agaed kee E E EAE 6 2 SDS O e ere ose w ets ontnes hanno E 6 3 TMS eect renee E etter tte etter O EE EE AO E EIE E OE E 6 4 Pae BINN OO e E EE NE 6 4 1 AM FM Radio Tuning cccccccccccccccccseesseesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaseeeeessseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaeesaaeeeesees 042 Weaher Band ig xearen Ae 043 Waber FC IO accstcccnscon stoesesmaseetccna decancae r e E aE r EAE EE R EEA S 6 5 L w Battery Indication esis dnaceriadwassedsunatexdeanasaniednas pubes susiubiwxiabensaabitadincderebausbuaaisaaminedeasinaniienss Te IO CATS NN aca oa sneak tna sintecrctet E eae A tea aaa seater E E tix canoes E Be Trono SHOOTING CSIC a E E A D AO a E A E 1 Liability Disclaimer isisscsikssadsnseinioasidensdevaduatwes sauatacsinan teastduasbadtausteusranatasadiandennibeotbasuriciteadaduniansaae 1 Mar O e E A E E T E E E Version 1 0 Copyright 2012 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 1 ambient weather 1 Introduction2. Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WR 090 Emergency Radio Flashlight with AM FM NOAA Weather Band and Weather Alert To download the latest full size manual for easy viewing and additional troubleshooting tips please visit http ambientweather wikispaces com wr090 Flashlight lt E Telescoping Antenna Flashlight Switch AM FM WB RADIO side a Volume Volume q Power Switch Tuner Tuner Radio Band Mode _ AM FM WB USB Mini Connector gt Weather Alert side Figure 1 2 Important Notes Before using this product please read the following warning and cautions e This unit is water resistant but is not water proof Do not expose to rain or moisture Do not submerge or expose for extended periods to water e Only operate within specified temperature range 32 F to 131 F e Unplug immediately from USB power if liquid has been spilled or any object has fallen into the unit e Do not remove cover or back Only the battery can be replaced 3 Features The WR 090 includes the following features Version 1 0 Copyright 2012 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 2 ambient weather LED flashlight AM FM with Weather Band Feature Weather Alert Feature Backlight digital display Clock 4 Getting Started To packing materials consists of the following TY Item QTY tem YO 1 WR 090 Emergency Weather Alert Radio
3. 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 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 and automated voice that provides forecast Version 1 0 Copyright 2012 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 4 ambient weather information weather statements watches and warnings 6 4 3 Weather Alert Mode You can silence the radio and enter the alert mode The radio will remain in standby mode until there is a weather statement watch or warning To activate the Weather Alert Mode tune to your local station as defined in the previous section Press and hold the MODE button until the WB symbol begins flashing 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 ther
4. USB to mini USB converter cable Remove the battery door on the back of the WR 090 by pushing down on the tab Insert fresh 3 x AAA batteries The negative terminal of each battery must be in contact with the spring Close the battery door and the WR 090 is ready for use 5 Power Sources The WR 090 can be powered from the following sources e DC power from a USB power source such as a computer e AC power by adding a USB to AC adaptor optional e DC car charger by adding a USB to DC car adaptor optional e 3x AAA Battery power battery not included 6 Operation 6 1 Flashlight Operation Turn the light on and off with the light switch on the upper left side of the unit Figure 1 6 2 Radio Operation The WR 090 includes a digital LCD display Figure 2 with backlighting with the following push button controls e POWER Turns on and off the radio Transitions from clock display to radio tuner display MODE Switches the radio band between AM FM weather band and weather band alert mode TUN Adjusts the radio frequency up TUN Adjusts the radio frequency down VOL Adjusts the radio volume up VOL Adjusts the radio volume down Version 1 0 Copyright 2012 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 3 ambient weather AMPE WBS VOL RE i j O 6 3 Time When first powered up the time will default to 12 00 AM 1 Set 12Hr 24Hr Mode Press and hold the MODE button for two seconds to enter the time setting
5. e is a threat of severe weather in the listening area or for other reasons 6 5 Low Battery Indication When the battery voltage is less than 3 0V the low battery indication will be displayed is The radio will not operate in a low battery condition 7 Specifications Battery Power 3 x AAA batteries Radio Bands AM 525 KHz to 1710 KHz FM 88 MHz to 108 MHz WeatherBand 162 400 to 162 550 MHz Flashlight LED Flashlight Size and Dimensions Dimensions 3 5 x 2 25 x 1 0 Weight less than 0 25 Ibs Temperature Range Working temperature range 32 to 131 F 0 to 55 C Storage temperature range 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C 8 Troubleshooting Guide If your question is not answered here you can contact us as follows 1 Email Support support ambientweather com 2 Live Chat Support www ambientweather com chat html M F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time 3 Technical Support 480 283 1644 M F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time The Weather Band reception is poor e Weather band reception can be poor inside a metal building structure or where electronic noise is present Try moving outside to improve Version 1 0 Copyright 2012 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 5 ambient weather Problem reception Check local reception by driving to a different location and testing the weather band reception Radio reception is dramatically reduced when charging from USB Disconnect USB power when listening to the radi
6. en authorization of the manufacturer Ambient LLC WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL Version 1 0 Copyright 2012 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 6 ambient weather PUNITIVE OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT 11 Warranty Information Ambient LLC provides a 1 year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase is valid only on products purchased and only to the original purchaser of this product To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact Ambient LLC for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by Ambient LLC The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to Ambient LLC Your Ambient LLC warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions 1 damage caused by accident unreasonable use or neglect lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance 2 damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner s manual 3 damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an authorized Ambient LLC authorized service center 4 applications and uses that this product was not intended 5 the products inability to receive a radio signal due to any source o
7. f interference metal obstructions or other reception issues This warranty covers only actual defects within the product itself and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from a fixed installation normal set up or adjustments claims based on misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation related circumstances Fe CE sa Version 1 0 Copyright 2012 Ambient LLC All Rights Reserved Page 7
8. mode 12 Hr will begin flashing Press the TUN button to switch between 12 hour and 24 hour time mode Press the MODE button to proceed to the next step 2 Set Hour Press the TUN or TUN to adjust the hour up or down Hold the TUN button to change rapidly Press the MODE button to proceed to the next step 3 Set Minute Press the TUN or TUN to adjust the minute up or down Hold the TUN button to change rapidly Press the MODE button to exit the time setting mode 6 4 Radio Band Mode NOTE AM radio reception is dramatically reduced when charging from USB Disconnect USB power when listening to the AM radio Press the POWER button to turn the radio on and transition from the time mode The radio will default to FM band or the last radio band since power up Press the MODE button to change to the AM band Press the MODE button to change to the Weather Band WB While displaying the Weather Band press and hold the MODE button for two seconds to change to Weather Band Alert mode the WB symbol will begin flashing 6 4 1 AM FM Radio Tuning When the radio is turned on press the TUN button to increase the frequency and press the TUN button to decrease the frequency To auto scan press and hold the TUN or key for at least one second and the radio will automatically tune to next radio station with sufficient reception 6 4 2 Weather Band Tuning There are seven distinct weather channels The frequencies are 162 400 MHz 162 425
9. o I never receive weather alerts Verify you receive the test alert from the National Weather Service on Wednesday as described in the weather alert section of this manual Verify you have tuned the weather band to your local area and you have reception before activating the Weather Alert feature Make sure you have good weather radio reception If your radio reception is poor you will not receive any alerts How can I receive warnings only and not Selective filtering of statements watches and warnings is watches or statements not possible You will always receive all three levels 9 Accessories The following software and hardware accessories are available for the WR 090 at www AmbientWeather com Ambient Weather Converts USB cable to AC power 90W 1 29100 USB to AC Adaptor Converter Ambient Weather Converts USB cable to DC car charger 30W1 29100 USB to DC Car Charger Converter 10 Liability Disclaimer Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment Reading the User manual is highly recommended The specifications of this product may change without prior notice This product is not a toy Keep out of the reach of children No part of this manual may be reproduced without writt
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