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Ambient Weather WR-099 User Manual

Ambient Weather WR-099 User Manual

Emergency solar hand crank radio, flashlight with am/fm/noaa weather band and smart phone charger
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Ambient Weather WR-099 Emergency Solar Hand Crank
Radio, Flashlight with AM/FM/NOAA Weather Band and
Smart Phone Charger User Manual

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1.
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.
Controls ........................................................................................................................................... 2
3.
Cables and Adaptors ........................................................................................................................ 3
4.
Warnings ......................................................................................................................................... 3
5.
Features ........................................................................................................................................... 4
6.
Power Sources ................................................................................................................................. 4
6.1
DC and AC Power .................................................................................................................. 4
6.2
Solar Power ............................................................................................................................ 5
6.3
Hand Crank Power ................................................................................................................. 5
7.
Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 6
7.1
Flashlight Operation ............................................................................................................... 6
7.2
Radio Operation ..................................................................................................................... 6
7.3
Radio Band Mode ................................................................................................................... 7
7.3.1
AM/FM Radio Tuning ........................................................................................................ 7
7.3.2
Weather Band Tuning ......................................................................................................... 7
7.4
Smart phone and PDA Operation ........................................................................................... 7
7.5
Audio Output / Head Phones .................................................................................................. 8
7.6
Resetting the Unit ................................................................................................................... 8
8.
Care and Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 8
8.1
Battery Maintenance............................................................................................................... 8
8.2 General Care and Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 8
9.
Specifications .................................................................................................................................. 9
10.
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................... 9
11.
Accessories ............................................................................................................................... 10
12.
Liability Disclaimer .................................................................................................................. 10
13.
Warranty Information ............................................................................................................... 10
14.
FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................... 11
15.
Battery Recycle Statement ........................................................................................................ 12
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©Copyright 2013, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Ambient Weather WR-099 Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio, Flashlight with AM/FM/NOAA Weather Band and Smart Phone Charger User Manual Table of Contents Introduction ............................. 2 Controls ............................2 Cables and Adaptors ........................3 Warnings ............................3 Features ............................4 Power Sources ..........................4 DC and AC Power ........................

  • Page 2: Introduction

    1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather WR-099 Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio, Flashlight with AM/FM/NOAA Weather Band and Smart Phone / Portable Device Charger. To download the latest full size manual (for easy viewing) and additional troubleshooting tips, please visit: http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/wr099...

  • Page 3: Cables And Adaptors

    3. Cables and Adaptors The WR-099 includes the following cables and connectors: 1. 2.5 Stereo Cable. Connects Power Out Jack to smart phone tips (3), (4) and (5). 2. Power In Cable. Connects Power In Jack to USB power (from a compute or optional AC or DC converter).

  • Page 4: Features

    Prior to using the WR-099, we recommend you charge the rechargeable battery through the Power Input Port (Figure 3) using a computer USB port or optional AC adaptor. The WR-099 takes about two hours to fully charge from a drained battery.

  • Page 5: Solar Power

    Over-voltage may result in damaging the WR-099. 6.2 Solar Power Place the WR-099 in direct (or indirect) sunlight with the solar panel facing upwards (Figure 1). The red battery charging light will illuminate when charging. NOTE: If the display heats up outside the operational range, the display will fade.

  • Page 6: Operation

    7.1 Flashlight Operation Turn the light on and off with the light switch on the top of the unit (Figure 1). 7.2 Radio Operation The WR-099 includes a digital LCD display with backlighting, with the following push button controls: ...

  • Page 7: Radio Band Mode

    IPad and IPhone due to current output limitations. To charge the smart phone or PDA: 1. Lift the rubber tab on the back of the WR-099 to expose the connectors, as shown in Figure 3. Version 1.0 ©Copyright 2013, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 8: Audio Output / Head Phones

    LED turn on. This is an indication that the phone is receiving enough power from the WR-099. Continue to crank at this rate until you are satisfied that an appropriate level of charge has been received by your smart phone.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    3. Technical Support: 480-283-1644 (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time) Problem Solution The unit will not power up. Fully charge the WR-099 through the USB power port. Phone generates an error message when A lower voltage output may result in error messages on plugged into the WR-099.

  • Page 10: Accessories

    11. Accessories The following software and hardware accessories are available for the WR-099 at www.AmbientWeather.com Accessory Image Description Ambient Weather WR-AC1 AC adaptor connects to USB Power Port UL Rated USB to AC Adaptor for Small Electronics Devices Ambient Weather WR-DC1...

  • Page 11: Fcc Statement

    Your Ambient, LLC warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance); (2) damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner’s manual;...

  • Page 12: Battery Recycle Statement

    15. Battery Recycle Statement Recycle Rechargeable Batteries Recycle your old rechargeable batteries at one of the many collection sites in the U.S. and Canada. To find the site nearest you, visit www.call2recycle.org or call toll-free 1-877-2-RECYCLE. Version 1.0 ©Copyright 2013, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 12...

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