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- Page 1 Public Alert Radio © 2008 Sima Products Corporation all rights reserved © 2008 First Alert : all rights reserved. ® First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust, used under license. ® PN 21785 www.simaproducts.com Printed in China...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ------------------ ........3 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ------------------- ........4 FCC NOTICE TO USERS ---------------------- ........5 INTRODUCTION --------------------------------- ........6 MAIN FEATURES --------------------------------- ........7 LOCATION OF CONTROLS ------------------ ........8 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS -------------- ........9 MENU TREE ---------------------------------------- ........ -
Page 3: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAfEGUARDS Notes When using electrical appliances, the following basic safety precautions should always be followed. CAUTION! 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 or immerse in water. -
Page 4: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance 90-Day Limited Warranty - Wipe unit with a damp cloth occasionally to clean. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents. Sima Products Corp. (“Company”) warrants that if the accompanying product proves to - Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. be defective to the original purchaser in material or workmanship within 90 days from - Do not locate this product where persons walking on it could damage the cord. -
Page 5: Fcc Notice To Users
fCC NOTICE TO USERS SERVICE PROCEDURE You may be asked to send your unit in for service.It will be necessary to furnish the The system may cause interference to a TV or radio even when it is operating properly. To determine whether following in order to have the product serviced and returned. -
Page 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION TEST SIGNAL fROM NOAA Congratulations on your purchase of the First Alert brand Public Alert Radio, Model ® WX-200. This product complies with the exacting standards for CEA-2009A Public Alert NOAA sends out test signals weekly and monthly to verify that your devices, and will provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance. -
Page 7: Main Features
The main features of the WX-200 Public Alert Radio include: Trouble Shooting Problem Possible Cause and Solution NOAA Alert function AC power may not be connected. Your Public Alert Radio will automatically sound an alert tone siren and flash the POWER light does not Make sure AC adaptser is properly plugged into the corresponding LED color indicator when it receives a weather or civil emergency... -
Page 8: Location Of Controls
LOCATION Of CONTROLS Alert Description Table: The table below lists the alerts broadcast by NOAA. At the factory, your radio has been programmed with some alerts Blocked (B) as noted below. In addition, some NOAA alerts are Unblockable (UB) as noted below. To block additional events, see the SIREN MODE instructions on page 22. -
Page 9: Description Of Controls
Handicapped Accessories - Appendix B Description of controls and functions The WX-200 Public Alert radio is equipped to connect a variety of special needs accessory devices including strobe lights, pillow vibration modules and remote sirens. 1. Speaker Once connected, these devices will automatically be activated when the radio 2. -
Page 10: Menu Tree
Using the Alarm Clock WX-200 Menu Tree The WX-200 has 2 alarm settings. To set the time refer to the Setting the ALarm Clock section on page 19. To activate the alarms: Normal Operation Press and hold the ALARM button for 3 seconds. The icon and time setting for Alarm1 will be displayed on the screen. -
Page 11: Battery Installation
ADMINISTRATIVE MESSAGE will scroll across the top of the - Insert the batteries into the battery compartment. screen. This is the first alert on the list of alerts that NOAA can Be sure to follow the polarity markings. (Fig. 3) broadcast. - Page 12 Chapter 1 - Basic Operation Adding Alerts The WX-200 provides the ability to add up to 4 new alerts. This feature allows you to update your WX-200 in the event that NOAA changes or adds alerts to the message Setting up your Public Alert radio menu in the future.
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Page 13: Setting The Clock
Setting the Siren Volume 3. Setting the Clock and Calendar The WX-200 has 8 adjustable settings for the siren volume when an alert is received. The WX-200 is equipped with a day, date and time clock as well as a dual alarm To set the day, date and time: clock. -
Page 14: Setting The Alarm Clock
5. Selecting the Weather Band Channel Set Keytone The WX-200 has an adjustable setting for the beep tone when buttons are pressed. To receive alerts, you must first select the correct weather channel. Off - no beep when buttons are pressed ON - a beep tone sounds with each button press. -
Page 15: Set Backlight
Chapter 3 - Advanced Programming Options Chapter 2 - S.A.M.E. Programming You are now ready to use your WX-200. To listen to the weather channel press the LISTEN Setting the Alert Mode button. Place the radio where it gets the best reception. To turn off the weather channel, press Your WX-200 has 2 programmable Alert Modes. - Page 16 What is a fIPS Code? 6. To select a state or territory, scroll through the list to the desired ENTIRE location and press the NEXT button. The word ENTIRE will be The Federal Information Processing System (FIPS) code is a six digit code that identifies the displayed on the screen.
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