Table Of Contents - Vector Stormtracker Series User's Manual & Warranty Information

VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4/13/06
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM
This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the
responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than
those described herein. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on
this product is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty.
This Vector Manufacturing product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase without additional charge. The
warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users. Manufacturer will not be responsible for
any amount of damage in excess of the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances.
Incidental and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty.
This product is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to damage to units from
misuse or incorrect installation/connection. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity
power sources.
RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products may be returned to manufacturer. Any defective product
that is returned to manufacturer within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge.
If such a product is returned more than 30 days but less than one year from the purchase date,
manufacturer will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it, free of charge.
If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at manufacturer's option.
A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the same or comparable design. The
repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty
period. The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items. During the warranty
period, manufacturer will be responsible for the return shipping charges to the customer in the United
States.
LIMITATIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, such as charging adapters, bulbs, fuses and
batteries, damage or defects resulting from normal wear and tear (including chips, scratches, abrasions,
discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight), accidents, damage during shipping to our
service facility, alterations, unauthorized use or repair, neglect, misuse, abuse, failure to follow
instructions for care and maintenance, fire, flood and Acts of God.
If your problem is not covered by this warranty, call our Technical Support Department at (954) 584-
4446 or toll free at (866) 584-5504 for general repair information and charges if applicable. You may
also contact us through our website at www.vectormfg.com.
STATE LAW RIGHTS: This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the exclusions or limitations stated herein may not apply. This warranty gives the purchaser
specific legal rights; other rights, which vary from state to state, may apply.
TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT: Contact Technical Support by telephone, fax
or mail (see below). We suggest that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit.
When returning a product, include your name, address, phone number, dated sales receipt (or copy)
and a description of the reason for return and product serial number. After repairing or replacing the
unit, we will make every effort to return it to you within four weeks.
WARRANTY ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector
Manufacturing. Enter "VEC136" as Model and "Weather Alert Radio-TV" as Product Type. All Vector
products must be registered within 30 days of purchase to activate this warranty. Mail the completed
registration form, along with a copy of the original sales receipt, to:
ATTN.: CUSTOMER SERVICE
4140 SW 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
• TOLL FREE: (866 ) 584-5504 • FAX: (954) 584-5556 •
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.
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MADE IN CHINA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control and Function Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NOAA Weather Radio S.A.M.E. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging/Recharging the Backup Power System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the 120 Volt AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the 12 Volt DC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programming the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Time, Date and Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the County (S.A.M.E.) Code(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Alert Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the AM/FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Emergency/Weather Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Listening to the 7-Channel NOAA Weather Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the S.A.M.E. Weather Alert Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the LED Lantern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operating the LED Emergency Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cell Phone Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
12 Volt DC Adapter Plug Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Battery Replacement/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VEC136 Weather Alert Radio-TV. Please read this
guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to
the unit.
FEATURES
• Digital AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio with S.A.M.E. Alert technology and
Alarm Clock
• Built-in 5" solid state black-and-white UHF/VHF TV with
brightness/contrast/vertical hold controls
• Programmable Voice or Siren alarm instantly responds to S.A.M.E. hazard alerts
• Powerful, magnified 6 LED Lantern
• Long-lasting 3 LED Emergency Light
• Built-in Cell Phone Charging Port
• Cell Phone Charging Adapter Set (with cell phone extension cord)
• Telescoping antenna
• External Antenna Port (external antenna not provided)
• Hand crank to recharge built-in backup battery
• Battery, 12 volt DC or 120 volt AC powered (adapters included)
with Dynamo Hand-Crank charged backup Ni-MH battery system
• Attached shoulder strap for convenient portability
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