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- Page 1 WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 1 MODEL WX-17 — User’s Manual Emergency Alert Radio with AM/FM IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE UNIT.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
NOTICE TO USERS ..... . .9 WX-17 SPECIFICATIONS ....10 SERVICE PROCEDURE . - Page 3 WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 3 When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including: DANGER! The manufacturer does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electri- cal shock, or damage to the unit. Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
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Page 4: Introduction
550 stations in the 50 states and near adjacent coastal waters, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the U.S. Pacific Territories. The WX-17 Emergency Alert Radio receives all of the seven NOAA channels. (NOTE: You have to select the correct weather channel in order to receive warnings for the state/county in which you are located). -
Page 5: Choosing A Location For Installation
The radio must be in ALERT mode to receive the NOAA Alert signal. Choosing A Location For Installation The WX-17 is designed for portable operation. In portable and non-portable operations, the best location is the one that can clearly receive the NOAA weather broadcast. -
Page 6: Installation
WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 6 Installation Installing/replacing the batteries The Emergency Alert Radio is designed to use 4 AA batteries (not included) as its primary power source. To install batteries: - Press down and slide down the battery compartment door. -
Page 7: Operation
WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 7 4. DC Jack: Allows use of 120V AC to DC wall adapter (included) to save battery power. 5. Speaker: Large speaker for great sound in a small radio. 6. Telescopic Antenna: Fully extend the antenna and position for best reception of FM and WX signals. - Page 8 WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 8 EMERGENCY RADIO OPERATION 1. Select WB or ALERT. 2. Select the proper channel (out of 7) with the Weather Band selector switch. 3. In WB: Turn the Volume knob to the desired volume.
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Page 9: Notice To Users
WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 9 NOTICE TO USERS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 10: Wx-17 Specifications
WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 10 WX-17 Specifications FREQUENCY COVERAGE – WEATHER CHANNELS Channel 1 ....162.400 MHz Channel 2 ....162.425 MHz Channel 3 . -
Page 11: Service Procedure
WX-17 Manual 3/7/02 11:25 AM Page 11 Service Procedure To return the radio for Service, Call 1-800-345-7462. You may be asked to send your unit in for service. It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to have the product serviced and returned. -
Page 12: Day Limited Warranty
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