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Ambient Weather WR-111A ADVENTURER User Manual

Emergency solar hand crank radio, flashlight with am/fm/noaa weather band, certified weather alert and smart phone/pda charger
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Ambient Weather WR-111A ADVENTURER Emergency
Solar Hand Crank Radio, Flashlight with AM/FM/NOAA
Weather Band, Certified Weather Alert and Smart
Phone/PDA Charger User Manual

Table of Contents

1.
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.
Important Notes and Warnings ........................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Notes ............................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Warnings ....................................................................................................................................... 4
3.
Features ........................................................................................................................................... 5
4.
Power Sources ................................................................................................................................. 5
4.1
DC and AC Power .................................................................................................................. 5
4.2
Solar Power ............................................................................................................................ 5
4.3
Hand Crank Power ................................................................................................................. 5
4.4
Power Consumption ............................................................................................................... 6
5.
Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 6
5.1
Flashlight Operation ............................................................................................................... 6
5.2
Radio Operation ..................................................................................................................... 6
5.3
Time ....................................................................................................................................... 7
5.4
Radio Band Mode ................................................................................................................... 7
5.4.1
AM/FM Radio Tuning ........................................................................................................ 7
5.4.2
Weather Band Tuning ......................................................................................................... 7
5.4.3
Weather Alert Mode ........................................................................................................... 8
5.5
Cell Phone and mp3/mp4 Operation ...................................................................................... 8
5.6
Low Battery Indication ........................................................................................................... 9
5.7
Audio Output (Headpone) ...................................................................................................... 9
5.8 Resetting the Unit.......................................................................................................................... 9
6.
Battery Maintenance ....................................................................................................................... 9
7.
Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 9
8.
Troubleshooting Guide .................................................................................................................. 10
9.
Accessories ................................................................................................................................... 11
10.
Liability Disclaimer .................................................................................................................. 12
11.
Warranty Information ............................................................................................................... 12
12.
FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................... 12
13.
Battery Recycle Statement ........................................................................................................ 13
Version 2.3
©Copyright 2012, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Ambient Weather WR-111A ADVENTURER Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio, Flashlight with AM/FM/NOAA Weather Band, Certified Weather Alert and Smart Phone/PDA Charger User Manual Table of Contents Introduction ............................. 2 Important Notes and Warnings ......................3 2.1 Notes ............................. 3 2.2 Warnings ............................4 Features ............................

  • Page 2: Introduction

    1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WR-111A ADVENTURER Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio, Flashlight with AM/FM/NOAA Weather Band, Certified Weather Alert and Smart Phone/PDA Charger. To download the latest full size manual (for easy viewing) and additional troubleshooting tips, please visit: http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/wr111...

  • Page 3: Important Notes And Warnings

    Cable Description Power output to cell phone/mp3/mp4/Ipod/Ipad/USB. Connects to tips C,D,E, and F USB power input from USB source (computer, AC or DC with optional converters) Micro cell phone tip Mini cell phone tip USB female tip (connects to USB conversion cables from your cell phone provider, not included) Figure 3 NOTE: The tip for the IPhone series is not included, but you can connect the IPhone USB cable that...

  • Page 4: Warnings

    15. Do not attempt to dismantle, open or repair this product yourself. If a fault occurs, seek advice from Ambient Weather support only. Only the rechargeable battery can be replaced or serviced. 16. Only operate within specified temperature range (32 °F to 131 °F).

  • Page 5: Features

    3. Features The ADVENTURER includes the following features:  Super bright 3 LED flashlight  AM/FM with Weather Band Feature  Weather Alert Feature (public alert certified)  Emergency cell phone/mp3/mp4/USB charger  Backlight digital display  Clock  Audio output (headphones) 4.

  • Page 6: Power Consumption

    1. Turn the hand crank either clockwise or counterclockwise at about two cranks per second for two minutes to activate the internal battery for initial use, or when the unit has not been used for more than 60 days. The red battery charging light illuminates when charging, as shown in Figure 1.

  • Page 7: Time

    Figure 4 5.3 Time When first powered up, the time will default to 12:00 AM. 1. Set 12Hr/24Hr Mode. Press and hold the MODE button for two seconds to enter the time setting mode. 12 Hr will begin flashing. Press the TUN+ button to switch between 12 hour and 24 hour time mode.

  • Page 8: Weather Alert Mode

    Our recommendation is to tune to the station with the best reception using the TUN+ button. You will hear the “voice of the National Weather Service”, and automated voice that provides forecast information, weather statements, watches and warnings. 5.4.3 Weather Alert Mode You can silence the radio and enter the alert mode.

  • Page 9: Low Battery Indication

    (Figure 2) by squeezing the tab. NOTE: Only replace with rechargeable 3V lithium battery (CR123A). Replacing the battery with a non-rechargeable battery may damage the unit. Rechargeable 3V lithium batteries are available from Ambient Weather. 7. Specifications Battery Power: Version 2.3...

  • Page 10: Troubleshooting Guide

    USB. Disconnect USB power when listening to the radio. My cell phone connector is not supported. Contact Ambient Weather with your cell phone model Where can I purchase the proper tip for and connector type. The connectors included cover about my cell phone? 95% of the cell phone market.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    9. Accessories The following software and hardware accessories are available for the ADVENTURER at www.AmbientWeather.com Accessory Description Ambient Weather Converts USB cable to AC power. 90W1-29100 USB to AC Adaptor Converter Version 2.3 ©Copyright 2012, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 12: Liability Disclaimer

    Accessory Description Ambient Weather Converts USB cable to DC car charger. 30W1-29100 USB to DC Car Charger Converter Ambient Weather 3.7V Replaces rechargeable battery after end of life Lithium Ion Rechargeable (CR123A rechargeable). battery 10. Liability Disclaimer  Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot.

  • Page 13: Battery Recycle Statement

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: 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.

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