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- Page 1 AM/FM/NOAA WEATHER BAND RADIO USER MANUAL FA1160 PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT AND RETAIN IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
- Page 2 DEAR FIRST ALERT® CUSTOMER Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference. -
Page 4: Compliance With Fcc Regulations
COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 5: Location Of Controls
LOCATION OF CONTROLS 1 2 3 4 ALERT VOL. TUNE MODE TUNE VOL. 9 10 1.Flashlight ON/OFF button .Clock/Radio Tune Up button 3.LCD Display 4.Volume Up (+) button Solar Panel LED Flashlight 7.Power On/Standby button .Clock/Radio Tune Down button 9.Volume Down (-) Button 10.Radio Mode selection/Clock Set button 11.Weather Alert Indicator 12.Speaker... -
Page 6: Power Source
1.Press the RESET button on the back and the FA1160 should return to normal operation. Please see “Resetting the Unit” under CARE AND MAINTENANCE section of this manual. - Page 7 A) FOUR WAYS TO POWER THE UNIT 1) “DYNAMO” POWER OPERATION 1.A 3.7V DC rechargeable lithium battery is included with FA1160. When first time using the unit, open the battery compartment and insert the rechargeable battery according to the polarity shows inside the compartment.
- Page 8 "AAA"batteries, please make sure the unit is OFF and in standby mode. You may encounter problems in operation and will need to reset the unit if you switch the power source while the FA1160 is operating. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly. Wrong polarity may damage the unit.
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Page 9: Clock Setting
.Put the unit in direct sunlight, making sure the solar panel of the unit is facing towards the sun. If the sunlight is strong enough, the charging Indicator will light indicating the unit is charging. More power is generated the longer you leave the unit in direct sunlight, and the Radio listening time will be extended (Radio reception only). -
Page 10: Listening To The Radio
.Press the MODE button after the hour is set, Minute digits flashing to prompt for input. .Tap the TUNE button repeatedly to set the minute value. Press and hold the buttons to speed up the forward or reverse scanning of the digits. 6.Press the MODE button again to finish clock setting. -
Page 11: Listening To A Weather Channel
LISTENING TO A WEATHER CHANNEL 1) Weather Band 1.Press the button to turn on the unit. 2.Tap the MODE button to select weather band until "WB" icon appears steadily on display. 3.Tap the TUNE button to select your local weather broadcasting. 4.Press the VOLUME +/- button to obtain the desired sound level. -
Page 12: Charging The Internal Battery
4.Tap the MODE button to turn off the NOAA Alert by switch it to other mode. It is recommended to use the AC adaptor to power the radio when you turn on the NOAA Alert. Note: 1.) The radio will continue to drain the battery if it's left in Weather Standby Mode, so it is highly recommended that you use a USB power adaptor (not included) to prevent the battery from completely draining and turning the radio off while in use. - Page 13 Li-ion Battery is dead. 3.Plug one end of the USB cable (not included) into the USB port located on the back of the FA1160. Plug the other end of the cord into the device you wish to charge.
- Page 14 USB port. Please refer to your device user manual before you attempt to charge them. 2.) It is normal for the FA1160 to be warm while the USB port is in use and charging your smart phone or portable device.
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Page 15: Using The Flashlight
USING THE FLASHLIGHT An LED flashlight is built into the side of the unit. To use the flashlight, press Flashlight button on the top to turn it on. When the flashlight is on, press the button again to turn it off. NOTE: When the flashlight is used for extended periods of time and causes the battery to drain, the flashlight may no longer work even though the display still shows the time. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you experience difficulties in the use of this music system please check the following or call 1-800-777-5331 for Customer Service. Symptom Possible Cause Solution VOLUME control is set Adjust the VOLUME control. to minimum. No/low sound when power Station has not been Tune the station properly. -
Page 17: Specification
FM 87.5 - 108 MHz AM 520 - 1710 KHz WX CH1 – 7 ©2014 BRK Brands Inc. All rights reserved. First Alert® is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust. At Spectra, environmental and social responsibility is a core value of our business. We are dedicated to... - Page 18 This product is manufactured, distributed or sold by SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC., official licensee for this product. All right, title and interest to use the “First Alert” logo trademarks and the “First Alert” trade dress are exclusively licensed by BRK Brands, Inc. and are used under license from BRK Brands, Inc..
- Page 19 of the unit without cost. Also include a note with a description explaining how the unit is defective. A customer service representative may need to contact you regarding the status of your repair, so please include your name, address, phone number and email address to expedite the process.