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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Power System  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Back-Up Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2

Controls and Functions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2

General Operating Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3

Powering the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3

Operating the TV  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5

Operating the AM/FM Radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Operating the Weather Band Radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Operating the Lantern  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Operating the LED Area Lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Care and Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Recharging Back-up Power  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Replacement Parts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the 

Vector STORMTRACKER

Portable TV/AM/FM/

Emergency/Weather Radio (VEC135).

Please read this guide carefully before

use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to the unit. 

FEATURES

• AM/FM/weather band radio with automatic hazard alert
• Built-in 5.5" black-and-white TV (VHF and UHF)
• Hand crank to recharge batteries
• Built-in batteries included for auxiliary back-up power
• Powerful lantern which can tilt up and down
• Long-lasting LED area light
• Built-in earphone or audio outlet
• Includes 12 volt DC and 120 volt AC adapters for external power supplies 
• AV out receptacle for external TV connection
• Brightness/contrast/vertical hold TV controls
• Battery, 12 volt DC or 120 volt AC powered

Power System

The 

VEC135

has a unique power system. Its primary power source is the common

household “C” size battery, but it may also be powered using the AC-DC power
adapter that plugs into a standard 120 volt AC household outlet, or the VEC135 may
be powered using an external 12 volt DC power supply (such as a car/vehicle’s
accessory outlet) and the 12 volt DC power adapter. 

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Summary of Contents for STORMTRACKER VEC135

Page 1: ...anted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items after 30 days During the warranty period manufacturer will be responsible for the return shipping charges LIMITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessories bulbs fuses and batteries defects resulting from normal wear and tear including chips scratches abrasion...

Page 2: ...let BEFORE removing the plug from the unit 10 Never submerge this unit in water 11 Check unit periodically and discontinue use if parts or accessories are found to be damaged or defective To replace worn or defective parts contact Vector s Customer Service department toll free 866 584 5504 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the follow...

Page 3: ...t Built in 5 5 black and white TV VHF and UHF Hand crank to recharge batteries Built in batteries included for auxiliary back up power Powerful lantern which can tilt up and down Long lasting LED area light Built in earphone or audio outlet Includes 12 volt DC and 120 volt AC adapters for external power supplies AV out receptacle for external TV connection Brightness contrast vertical hold TV cont...

Page 4: ...me when using the 120 volt AC power adapter 2 Back Up Power This unit also comes with built in Ni MH rechargeable batteries which serve as auxiliary back up power for the AM FM weather radio and LED area light should no other power source be available This auxiliary power system may be recharged using the AC DC power adapter plugged into an 120 volt AC household wall outlet a 12 volt DC power adap...

Page 5: ...V channel For available channels see Specifications Adjust the picture s brightness contrast and vertical hold if necessary using the respective knobs on the back panel of the unit Insert the earphone into the EARPHONE socket if private listening is desired 4 Using the 12 Volt DC Power Adapter Plug the 12 volt DC power adapter s barrel connector into the DC 12V IN receptacle Plug the 12 volt DC po...

Page 6: ... regional channel Press or to search for other available channels Rotate VOLUME knob to adjust radio volume Insert the earphone into the EARPHONE socket if private listening is desired Slide the Alert selector to the ALERT or LOCK position for alert standby mode Note that the speaker is muted while radio monitors for a hazard alert 6 OPERATING THE AM FM RADIO Extend the built in TV radio antenna a...

Page 7: ...re the light is turned OFF when the unit is being recharged or stored Note Do not operate the lantern and TV at the same time when using the 120 volt AC adapter OPERATING THE LED AREA LIGHTS The LED Area Lights are controlled by the ON OFF switch on top of the lantern Slide the switch to the ON position to turn the LEDs on Slide the switch to the OFF position to turn the LEDs off CARE AND MAINTENA...

Page 8: ...MHz Weather 162 400 162 425 162 450 162 475 162 500 162 525 and 162 550 MHz Weather Radio Sensitivity 0 6µV 12dB SINAD 0 5µV 1050 Hz alert tone Speaker 8 ohm 1W Fuse 2A 125V AC DC Adapter 120 Volt AC input 12 Volt DC 1200 mA output DC Adapter 12 Volt DC 2 amps Lantern Bulb 12V Krypton Built In Rechargeable Battery Ni MH 3 6V 600 mAh VEC135_Manual_051705 5 18 05 2 57 PM Page 10 ...

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