Troubleshooting; Reception - WEATHER DIRECT MD319 Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
No power
No sound
No weather broadcast
when you press
WEATHER/HAZARD
ON/OFF
The radio is not
responding properly to
NWS weather alert
broadcasts

Reception

The National Weather Service operates a system of weather and hazard
alert broadcasts covering a large area of the United States. Currently, only
a few areas are not covered.
Make sure the AC Power Adapter is
securely plugged into both DC jack on
back of weather radio and into the wall
outlet.
Make sure batteries are installed in
case AC power fails.
Check VOLUME control to ensure
volume is turned up to an audible level.
Ensure that telescoping antenna is up
and fully extended.
If you are using an external antenna,
ensure that it is connected properly.
Ensure that the radio is set to the
NWS weather channel in use in your
area. Contact NWS to ensure they are
presently broadcasting.
If in a metal structure, make sure you
are close to a window.
If in a weak signal area, you will need
an external antenna.
Check to see that you have
programmed in the correct S.A.M.E.
County Code(s).
Check with the NWS that the tower is
broadcasting.
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