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Specifications 

Dimensions:    128 x 80 x 45mm (5.04 x 3.15 x 1.77 in.)     
Weight:    Approximately 200g (.44 lbs) 
Power Consumption (max): 1W 
Radio Frequency Range:    520-1710 KHz AM; 87-108 MHz FM 
WB (MHz): 1)162.400 2)162.425 3)162.450 4)162.475 5)162.500 6)162.525 7)162.550   
Internal Battery:    AAA    800MAh 3.5 V Ni-MH 
Battery Life:    Greater than 3 years and more than 500 charging cycles with 3 hours of daily use. 

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Troubleshooting Guide 

If your question is not answered here, you can contact us as follows: 
 

1.

 

Email Support: 

support@ambientweather.com

 

2.

 

Live Chat Support: 

www.ambientweather.com/chat.html

 (M-F 8am to 4pm Arizona Time) 

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 
plugged into the WR-099. 

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

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. A female USB tip is 
included, and most smart phones include USB cables. 

The WR-099 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-099.   
 
Therefore, a fully charged WR-099 will only partially 
charge a smart phone or PDA device. After the battery 
stops charging the device, disconnect the device and 
begin cranking if a DC power source is not available. 

The display fades when placed in direct 
sunlight. 

If the display heats up outside the operational range, the 
display will fade. For solar charging, partial sunlight or 
shade is sufficient. 

Summary of Contents for WR-099

Page 1: ...er 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 Troubleshootin...

Page 2: ...ing tips please visit http ambientweather wikispaces com wr099 2 Controls No Description No Description 1 Flashlight switch 11 Headphone Jack 2 Radio BAND AM FM WB 12 Power Input Port to computer or optional AC adaptor 3 Power On Off 13 Hand Crank 4 Radio Tune Up Tune Down 14 Power Output Port to smart phone or PDA 5 LCD Display 15 Speaker 6 Volume Up Volume Down 16 Solar Panel 7 Backlight LIGHT 1...

Page 3: ... is not intended to serve as a normal smart phone charging device due to the limited battery capacity Before using this product please read the following warning and cautions 1 Read these instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated 2 Keep these instructions The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference 3 Heed all war...

Page 4: ...n the eyes rinse thoroughly with cool water Immediately seek medical attention 15 Charge batteries on a fireproof surface away from flammable items or liquids 5 Features The WR 099 includes the following features Super bright 3 LED flashlight AM FM with Weather Band Feature Emergency smart phone PDA charger Backlight digital display Audio output headphones 6 Power Sources The WR 099 can be powered...

Page 5: ...wer 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 6 3 Hand Crank Power To operate the hand crank perform the following 1 Lift the hand crank from the cradle as shown in Figure 3 2 Turn the hand crank either cloc...

Page 6: ...minutes After two minutes allow two minutes of rest before cranking again Figure 4 7 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 POWER Turns on and off the radio Transitions from clock display to radio tuner d...

Page 7: ...roadcasting stations please visit the National Weather Service website www nws noaa gov nwr indexnw htm Our recommendation is to tune to the station with the best reception using the button You will hear the voice of the National Weather Service and automated voice that provides forecast information weather statements watches and warnings 7 4 Smart phone and PDA Operation Because smart phone batte...

Page 8: ... the lowest volume and gradually increase until you can hear it comfortably and clearly Read this Important Information before Using Your Earbuds Avoid extended play at very high volume as it may impair your hearing If you experience ringing in your ears reduce the volume or shut off the unit Keep the volume at a reasonable level even if your headset is an open air type designed to allow you to he...

Page 9: ... 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...

Page 10: ...or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment Reading the User manual is highly recommended The specifications of this product may change without prior notice This product is not a toy Keep out of the reach of children No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer Ambient LLC WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL PUNITIVE ...

Page 11: ...Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 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 reasonabl...

Page 12: ...ed Page 12 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 ...

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