Oregon Scientific WR601N User Manual
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EN Portable Weather Alert Radio Model: WR601 User Manual CONTENTS Introduction 2 About the National Weather Radio system 2 Key features 3 Front 3 Back ..... 8 About radio channels 9 Programming "SAME" county codes 10 Radio volume 12 Reception test 12 Reception problems and solutions 13 - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 2
for selecting the compact Portable Weather Alert Radio (WR601) from Oregon Scientific™. The WR601 is a multi-function device that operates on the same radio frequencies used by the National Weather Radio (NWR). With an Early Alert system, users are alerted to weather and other environmental dangers - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 3
Press CHANNEL and in quick succession to activate / deactivate the keypad lock. 1. BATTERY COMPARTMENT LATCH 2. BATTERY COMPARTMENT Houses 3 UM-3 or "AA" size 1.5V alkaline batteries. 4. INDICATOR Red / green LED indicates radio (on / off) and alert status. TOP 5. COUNTY BUTTON • Enables county - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 4
/ standby / mute and off) modes. • Direct access to NOAA-on mode from NOAAmute mode during SAME message alerts. LEFT / RIGHT • Press CHANNEL and in quick succession to activate / deactivate the keypad lock. 2. DOWN VOLUME BUTTON • Decrease settings in any setting mode. • Decreases volume. • Turns - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 5
Keypad lock icon. GETTING STARTED The WR601 LCD display will light up once the batteries are inserted. To turn the LCD display on or off, press and hold the NOAA key for 2 seconds. To conserve power, the radio can be turned off, set to NOAA standby, NOAA mute, or NOAA off modes instead of NOAA on - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 6
EN INSTALLING THE BATTERIES The WR601 uses 3 UM-3 or "AA" size 1.5V alkaline batteries. Liquid alarm time and status for either alarm. 2. Radio Status Mode: Displays information specific to the early-warning functions of the radio. Standard Alkaline batteries contain significant amounts of water. - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 7
is displayed on the top line of the LCD. NOAA OFF NOAA ON NOAA Standby NOAA Mute EARLY WARNING ALERT SYSTEM The early warning system uses radio signals to alert the user to environmental dangers. A built-in radio receiver will respond to 7 specified signal channels. To use the early warning - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 8
message static burst. To obtain NWS radio channels and SAME codes on the internet: 1. Locate www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm 2. Click radio and revert to Standby mode. FINDING LOCAL NWR CHANNELS AND COUNTY CODES Successful operation of the WR601 requires that the user obtain appropriate NWR radio - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 9
475 MHz 162.500 MHz 162.525 MHz 162.550 MHz The WR601 labels each frequency as a channel (1-7). Once the radio frequency for a region has been selected, the WR601 will receive voice and code information from that station. The radio channel information is located on the upper left hand corner of the - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 10
EN PROGRAMMING "SAME" COUNTY CODES SAME county codes are required to receive weather and environmental information, and need to be entered into the WR601. Up to 6 specific SAME codes can be entered into 6 display fields. NOTE The system can only alert the user to weather or warning information - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 11
EN State-county coding: The 3 digits on the far right refer to the state county coding. Each county within a state will have an independent 3-digit code. NOTE To receive all of the alerts for a given state, insert 000 into the county section. State codes: Moving towards the left, the next 2 digits - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 12
be programmed into the unit. To set the radio volume: In Clock Display Mode, with the radio set to NOAA on a test or emergency alert signal broadcast. The National Weather Service (NWS) broadcasts National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) or National Weather Service (NWR) office. These - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 13
emergency radio in a location where it can receive an emergency alert signal, you can hear its siren, and see its flashing indicator lights. RECEPTION PROBLEMS few feet can enhance signal reception. RECOMMENDATION Place the your weather radio near a window, away from other electronic equipment, and on - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 14
EN HOW TO SET THE ALARMS The WR601 has 2 alarms (alarm 1 and alarm 2). They can be used together or independently. The alarm icons are only displayed when alarm 1 or alarm 2 are active. No - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 15
and Atmospheric Administration's Weather Radio (NWR). Ultimately, the purpose of EAS is to deliver emergency alert information to those who need it. NOTE This product is equipped to receive all required NOAA and newly added EAS events. To receive EAS events, make sure your WR601 radio is working - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 16
Hazardous Materials Warning Hurricane Watch Hurricane Warning High Wind Watch High Wind Warning Iceberg Warning Industrial Fire Warning Local Area Emergency Law Enforcement Warning Land Slide Warning National Audible Test National Information Center Network Notification National Periodic Test 16 - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 17
3 classifications depending upon the level of emergency: Warning, Watch and Advisory. In addition to these 3 classifications, there is another type of message - Test. The purpose of this NWR service is to assist you in verifying that your WR601 NOAA weather radio is set-up and working properly. Each - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 18
programming office of your local NOAA Weather Radio station. CARE AND MAINTENANCE When handled properly, this unit is engineered to give years of satisfactory service . The unit contains no user-serviceable parts. 5. Only use new batteries as specified in this instruction manual. Do not mix new and - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 19
- 0.5 seconds / day ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn more about Oregon Scientific products such as digital cameras; MP3 players; children's electronic learning products and games; projection clocks; health and fitness gear; weather stations; and digital and - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 20
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE This equipment has been tested radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 21
) for all inquiries instead. We Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc. Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave., Tualatin, Oregon 97062 USA Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883 declare that the product Product No.: WR601 Product Name: Weather Radio Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser - Oregon Scientific WR601N | User Manual - Page 22
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Portable Weather Alert Radio
Model: WR601
User Manual
CONTENTS
Introduction
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About the National Weather Radio system
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Key features
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Front
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Back
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Top
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Left / Right
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7.5V AC / DC adapter
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Carrying holder
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Cradle
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LCD
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Getting started
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Installing the batteries
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Different display modes
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Early warning alert system
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Message codes used by the NWR
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Finding local NWR channels and county codes
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About radio channels
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Programming “SAME” county codes
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Radio volume
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Reception test
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Reception problems and solutions
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Many things affect reception!
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Clock and calendar
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How to set the time and date
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How to set the alarms
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Disabling an alarm
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Enabling an alarm
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How to stop an alarm
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Snooze
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Backlight
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Emergency Alert System (EAS)
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Same messages
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Care and maintenance
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Specifications
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Radio functions
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Time functions
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General specifications
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About Oregon Scientific
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FCC statement
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Declaration of conformity
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