User manual SIMA WX-67

[. . . ] WX-67 Large Manual 3/12/02 10:25 AM Page 1 MODEL WX-67 -- User's Manual Specific Area Message Encoding (S. A. M. E. ) Emergency Alert System IMPORTANT!PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE UNIT. WX-67 Large Manual 3/12/02 10:25 AM Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . Back Cover Contents in product package In the Package, you will find: · Emergency Alert Radio ­ WX-67 · One AC Power Adapter ­ 120VAC: 12VDC · One User's Manual (this document) · One Wall Mounting Kit Contact the store from which you purchased the product or the Manufacturer's Service Center if you find that any of the above is missing. WX-67 Large Manual 3/12/02 10:25 AM Page 3 Important Safeguards When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: DANGER! The Manufacturer does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. DANGER! This product has the capability to operate with an optional 9V rechargeable nickel cadmium backup battery, which must be recycled at the end of the life of the battery and must be disposed of properly. [. . . ] Integrated Telescopic Antenna ­ Fully extend the antenna and orient it vertically for best reception. "Watch" Indicator (Yellow) ­ Indicating that a "Watch" type of alert broadcast is in effect. "Warning" Indicator (Red) ­ Indicating that a "Warning" type of alert broadcast is in effect. "Statement" Indicator (Green) ­ Indicating that a "Statement" type of alert broadcast is in effect. Alert On/Off Switch ­ CAUTION: The switch must be in ON position in order to receive an alert. However, if the user wants to operate the unit solely for the purpose of listening to voice weather broadcasts, the switch could be turned to OFF position to avoid annoyance from the alert tone activation from NOAA weekly test broadcast. Function (Scroll) Knob ­ Allows you to scroll "Up" and "Down" through option selections when the radio is in programming mode. 7 1. 12. LCD Display ­ Displays time and alert messages. Also used to display different options when you are programming the unit. Emergency Radio On/Off Button ­ Allows you to unmute the loudspeaker and listen to the 24 hours voice broadcast of the National Weather Service. The function will go on and off alternatively every time you press the button. Stop Alert Tone Button ­ When the radio receives an alert, it activates the alert tone. Press this button to stop the alert tone. The radio will then revert to standby mode. " " Button ­ Scroll "Up" through option selections when the radio is in programming mode. Scroll to the right 2 digits when programming the 6 digit FIPS codes. " < " Button ­ Scroll "Down" through option selections when the radio is in programming mode. Scroll to the left 2 digits when programming the 6 digit FIPS codes. Program Button ­ Press once to put the radio into programming mode. Press once again to revert to normal operation after completing programming. Enter Button ­ Allows you to confirm the option selection made through "scroll" buttons and store the selection into the unit's internal memory. Volume Control ­ Controls listening volume and remote output volume level. [. . . ] 162. 550 MHz SPECIFICATIONS Power Requirements: 12V DC 200mA (120V: 12V - AC Power Adapter) (9V alkaline or Ni-Cd battery for Power Backup--Not Included) Integrated Antenna: 21" Telescopic Rod Antenna External Antenna (Optional ­ not included): 162. 500MHz 50 Ohms External Antenna Connector: RCA type Jack Alert Audio Out Connector: 3. 5mm Mono Audio Jack Remote Alert Output Rating: 0. 5A@125VAC or 1. 0A@30VDC Audio Output Power: 300mW Size: 5-1/2"(L) X 8-1/4" (W) X 1-3/4" (D) Weight: 13. 5 oz. (without Battery) ACCESSORIES - AC Power Adapter (Included) - Mounting Bracket (Included) - Car Power Adapter (Optional ­ Not Included) - External Antenna (Optional ­ Not Included) 12 SERVICE PROCEDURE To send the radio in for service, call 800-345-7462. You may be asked to send your unit in for service. It will be necessary to furnish the following, in order to have the product serviced and returned. [. . . ]