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- Page 1 SELF-POWERED AM / FM / SW / NOAA WEATHER RADIO D105X INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
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Page 2: 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 3: Compliance With Fcc Regulations
power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. Do not overload wall outlet. 12 Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. 13 Do not attempt to dismantle, open or repair this product yourself. If a fault occurs, seek advice from your local qualified service technician or contact the distributor via the telephone number at the back of this instruction manual. -
Page 4: Special Note
SPECIAL NOTE To prevent any scratching or damage to your furniture, we strongly recommend that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the bottom of the unit before you place the product on any fine wooden furniture. - Page 5 13 Carrying Strap 14.Telescopic Antenna 15.Tuning Knob 16.Volume Knob 17 Battery Compartment 18 Connector Rubber Dust Cover 19 Charger IN/OUT Switch 20.USB Jack 21.Earbuds Jack 22.DC IN Jack...
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Page 6: Power Source
A) FIVE WAYS TO POWER THE UNIT “DYNAMO” POWER OPERATION 1 A DC 3.6V rechargeable battery is included with D105X. When first time using the unit, open the battery compartment and plug the rechargeable battery into the socket as shown. - Page 7 Ni-MH Battery Safety Instructions Do not burn or bury batteries. Do not puncture or crush. Do not disassemble. Recycle Ni-MH batteries. Do not dispose of in the trash. If the electrolyte in the cells should get on your skin, thoroughly wash with soap and water.
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Page 8: Solar Power
2 Following the polarity diagram shown in the battery compartment, insert 3 'AA' (UM-3) batteries (Not included) and close the battery door. 3 Open the Connector Rubber Dust Cover, set the Charger IN/OUT Switch to IN position. 4 When batteries were installed, the power of the build-in rechargeable battery pack will be cut off after setting the Power Source Selector to “BATT./DC”... -
Page 9: Ac Adaptor Operation
4)AC ADAPTOR OPERATION You can also power the unit by using an AC Adapter (not included). Please make sure to use an AC adapter with a rating of 6V DC, 250 mA with the following center positive (+) polarity 1 If you are using a universal adapter with an output polarity switch or polarized plugs, be sure to set the center plug polarity to “+”. -
Page 10: Power Indicators
5) Computer USB Power The unit has a standard USB jack on the back of the unit under the Connector Rubber Dust Cover. 1 Use a standard USB cable (not included), connect your computer's USB port to the USB connector of the unit. 2 Set the Charging IN/OUT Switch on the back of the unit to “IN”... - Page 11 To insure maximum SW1/SW2/FM tuner reception, the Telescopic Antenna should be fully extended and rotate the unit to obtain the best possible station reception. LISTEN TO WEATHER CHANNEL 1) Weather Band 1 Set the Power Source Selector to "BATT./DC" or "SOLAR/CRANK" position to turn the unit on.
- Page 12 2) RECEIVING EMERGENCY WEATHER ALERT NOAA Alert allows you to set the unit so it is in a standby mode and will turn the radio on automatically if there is a severe weather emergency in your area. To receive emergency weather alert warnings, turn the unit on, tune to the strongest local NOAA channel, adjust the volume control to a level that you will hear when an alert is received.
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Page 13: Charging The Internal Battery
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY 1. DYNAMO CHARGING 1. Install Ni-MH batteries correctly. 2. Set the Power Source Selector to "OFF" position. 3. Turning the hand crank, the built-in dynamo will start to generate electricity. The unit will charge the Ni-MH battery automatically. 4. -
Page 14: Solar Charging
4. Connect DC plug of the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on the back of the unit. It will start charge the Ni-MH battery automatically. 5. While charging, the Charging green LED in front of the unit will be on. NOTE: 1. - Page 15 CHARGING THE EXTERNAL DEVICE This unit has a USB which can charge your Cell phone or MP3 player if they have a built in Mini USB port to accept external charging power. NOTE: Because of large variety of cell phones and different circuitry, not every cell phone or MP3 device with Mini USB can be charged in this way.
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Page 16: Using The Flashlight
CHARGING/TUNING LED INDICATOR Battery Charging Only LED shows Green. Battery Charging and Using the Radio -LED shows Orange. Tuning the Radio -LED shows Red. NOAA Alert mode -LED shows Green steadily about 18 seconds at first when switch on, the unit is in normal power mode. -LED flashing about every 6 seconds, the unit is in power saving mode. -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
USE EARBUDS (NOT INCLUDED) Inserting the plug of your earbuds into the earbuds jack will enable you to listen in private. When using earbuds, the speakers will be disconnected. Read this Important Information before Using Your Earbuds 1.) Avoid extended play at very high volume as it may impair your hearing. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you experience difficulties in the use of this unit please check the following or call 1-800-777-5331 for Customer Service. Symptom Possible Cause Solution VOLUME Control is Adjust the VOLUME set to minimum. control.Tune the station No/low Station has not been properly.Extend and rotate sound when tuned properly. -
Page 19: Limited Warranty And Service
LIMITED WARRANTY AND SERVICE SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC. warrants this unit to be free from defective materials or factory workmanship and will replace or repair this unit or any part thereof, except batteries, if it proves to be defective in normal use or service within 90 days from date of original purchase. - Page 20 V080811...
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