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  • Page 1 ALERT FM Receiver User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting Started ............3 Introduction ............3 Powering the unit ..........3 Turning on the receiver ........4 Push Button Keys ..........5 Display panel ........... 5 Settings ..............6 ZIP Code ............6 Address ............7 Service ............7 Radio ...............
  • Page 3: Getting Started

    The ALERT FM receiver is an advanced Emergency Warning Receiver. The information is transmitted over the ALERT FM radio network in areas with good coverage. The ALERT FM receiver is equipped with a graphical display capable of showing multiple lines of information. In addition to alert messages, users can receive other services such as weather information.
  • Page 4: Turning On The Receiver

    1.3 Turning on the receiver The ALERT FM Receiver should start immediately after power is applied. If not, call the ALERT FM Customer Service. The first time the receiver is used (and after factory reset), it will ask for a ZIP Code. See “Entering a ZIP Code”...
  • Page 5: Push Button Keys

    1.4 Push Button Keys The ALERT FM receiver is operated by three push buttons and a switch. The switch sets the operating mode, which can be ON LINE (normal) mode or SETUP mode. 1. ONLINE/SETUP: ON LINE is the normal operating mode.
  • Page 6: Settings

    2. Locked to FM station: The key symbol indicates that the receiver is tuned to an FM transmitter carrying the ALERT FM signal. If you do not see the key symbol, then your receiver will not be able to receive messages.
  • Page 7: Address

    Press ALARM STOP button to “add” the address. Add the address as described above. 2.3 Service All messages sent on the ALERT FM channel are part of some service. A service has messages of similar type, such as; alert service, weather service or a paging service.
  • Page 8: Radio

    In this mode the display will show the Call Sign of the tuned FM station (instead of time) and its frequency. By pressing the ALARM STOP button the receiver will perform a full scan and search for best ALERT FM station. 3 Handling Messages The ALERT FM Receiver is capable of receiving text messages up to 240 characters.
  • Page 9: Deleting Messages

    MSGS button depressed while power cycling the receiver. 4 Maintenance The ALERT FM Receiver is a highly advanced product and should be treated with the greatest care. If you follow the recommendations below, you will fulfill requirements for the warranty and the receiver should provide several years of useful service.
  • Page 10: Factory Reset

    4.3 Upgrading the Software It is possible to upgrade the internal software in the ALERT FM Receiver. This is done by connecting it to a Windows PC using USB. Detailed instructions for how to do this can be found on the ALERT FM web site.
  • Page 11: Limitation Of Liability

    (non-commercial) use, for a period of ninety (90) days from the original purchase date. GSS additionally warrants to the Customer that all ALERT FM hardware, accessories and components purchased from GSS, including but not limited to the Cables, Power...
  • Page 12: Exclusive Remedies And Procedure

    6.2 Exclusive Remedies and Procedure In the event of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period, GSS will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product at no charge to Customer for parts or labor. To obtain warranty service, Customer must contact the GSS Customer Service Center for a return authorization code, and return the unit shipping postpaid, with proof of the date of original purchase and Customer...
  • Page 13: Severability Clause

    (3) damage caused by accident, fire, water or liquids, power changes, other hazards, or acts of God; (4) use of the product with any non-ALERT FM device, component (such as chargers or connection cables) or service, if such device, component or service causes the problem;...
  • Page 14: Governing Law

    EVENT SHALL GSS BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, ACCESSORY OR SOFTWARE, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, SOFTWARE OR APPLICATIONS OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN...
  • Page 16 308 E. Pearl Street, Suite 202, Jackson, MS 39201 Customer service: 601-709-4240 Toll Free: 1-866-869-5180 www.alertfm.com...

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