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USB Charging Cable   
Retractable Antenna   
Wrist lanyard 

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Troubleshooting Guide 

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Problem Solution 

Phone generates an error message when 
plugged into the WR-089. 

A lower voltage output may result in error messages on 
the phone but should still charge the phone. 

My Ipod / IPhone does not display the 
charge signal. 

The output voltage of the WR-089 is lower than the 
operating voltage of the IPod / IPhone, and will not 
charge these devices until the battery is fully discharged. 
 
The device is only intended for emergency charges and 
not for topping off already charged devices. 

The Weather Band reception is poor. 

 

Weather band reception can be poor inside a 
metal building, structure or where electronic 
noise is present. Try moving outside to improve 
reception 

 

Check local reception by driving to a different 
location and testing the weather band reception. 

 

Radio reception is dramatically reduced when 
charging from USB. Disconnect USB power 
when listening to the radio. 

My smart phone connector is not 
supported. Where can I purchase the 
proper tip for my smart phone? 

Contact Ambient Weather with your smart phone model 
and connector type. The connectors included cover about 
95% of the smart phone market.   

The WR-089 will not fully charge my 
smart phone. 

Charging a smart phone through the Phone Charger Jack 
is intended for emergency purpose only. It is not intended 
for recharging fully a discharged battery.    Smart phone 
battery capacity significantly exceeds the battery 
capacity of the WR-089.   
 
Therefore, a fully charged WR-089 will only partially 
charge a smart phone or mp3/mp4 device. After the 
battery stops charging the device, disconnect the device 
and begin cranking if a DC power source is not available. 

 

Summary of Contents for WR-089

Page 1: ...ower 3 4 3 Solar Power 4 4 4 Hand Crank Power 4 5 Operation 5 5 1 Flashlight Operation 5 5 2 Radio Operation 5 5 2 1 Turning the Radio On and Off 5 5 2 2 Adjusting the Radio Volume 6 5 2 3 Tuning Stations 6 5 2 4 Weather Band Tuning 6 5 3 Cell Phone and mp3 mp4 Operation 6 6 Specifications 7 7 Troubleshooting Guide 8 8 Accessories 9 9 Liability Disclaimer 9 10 Warranty Information 9 11 FCC Stateme...

Page 2: ...sed near water for example near a bath tub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool 6 Clean only with dry cloth The device should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer 7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other device including amplifiers that produce heat The battery can explode 8 Do not place near a fire...

Page 3: ...one or PDA Most smart phones include USB cables example IPhones 4 Mini USB Tip Connects 2 5 Stereo Cable 1 to mini USB smart phone or PDA 5 Micro USB Tip Connects 2 5 Stereo Cable 1 to micro USB smart phone or PDA Figure 1 4 2 DC and AC Power Prior to using the WR 089 we recommend you fully charge the rechargeable battery through the USB Mini Jack Lift the rubber tab on the back of the WR 089 to e...

Page 4: ...en charging as shown in Figure 3 The battery will fully charge after 10 12 hours of exposure in average sunlight Figure 4 4 4 Hand Crank Power To operate the hand crank perform the following 1 Lift the hand crank from the cradle as shown in Figure 5 2 Turn the hand crank either clockwise or counterclockwise at about two cranks per second for 3 5 minutes to activate the internal battery for initial...

Page 5: ...ect to volume or approximately 3 5 minutes of talk time on the cell phone your results may vary due to phone variation When the battery is fully charged there is little resistance in the crank Figure 5 5 Operation 5 1 Flashlight Operation Turn the light on and off with the light switch on the top of the unit Figure 4 5 2 Radio Operation To view radio controls reference Figure 6 5 2 1 Turning the R...

Page 6: ...dio broadcasting stations please visit the National Weather Service website http www nws noaa gov nwr indexnw htm Figure 6 5 3 Cell Phone and mp3 mp4 Operation Because cell phone batteries vary in their current ratings we cannot specify charging rates or usage time 10 to 15 minutes of cranking may result in 1 or more minute of talk time but your results may vary Note Charging a mobile phone throug...

Page 7: ...til you see red charging LED turn on This is an indication that the phone is receiving enough power from the radio Continue to crank at this rate until you are satisfied that an appropriate level of charge has been received by your cell phone If you decide to stop cranking for whatever reason please wait at least 5 seconds before cranking the radio again Figure 7 6 Specifications Battery Power 3xA...

Page 8: ...eption is poor Weather band reception can be poor inside a metal building structure or where electronic noise is present Try moving outside to improve reception Check local reception by driving to a different location and testing the weather band reception Radio reception is dramatically reduced when charging from USB Disconnect USB power when listening to the radio My smart phone connector is not...

Page 9: ...nst manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase is valid only on products purchased and only to the original purchaser of this product To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact Ambient LLC for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by Ambient LLC The original dated bill of...

Page 10: ... energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to cor...

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