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PORTABLE  S.A.M.E. WEATHER  RADIO

MODEL:  WR102

INSTRUCTION  MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the WR102 Portable SAME (Specific Area Message Encoding) Weather Radio. The
WR102 is a multi-function device that operates on the same radio frequencies used by the NOAA (National Oceanic
Atmospheric Administration) Weather Radio (NWR). The WR102 warns users of severe weather and other
environmental dangers. Ideal for back-packers or individuals who spend extended periods of time in remote
locations; this device is also equipped with a digital clock and daily alarm.

The WR102 is designed for individuals and organizations that require dependable early-warnings of weather or
environmental dangers. This is the first portable take anywhere weather radio that operates on batteries or AC
power.  A low battery warning icon alerts users that batteries are low and need replacing.  The WR102 is small,
lightweight and constructed of durable materials. With a reception range up to 40 miles, the WR102 is ideal for use
in remote outdoor areas and in densely populated areas such as schools, hospitals or offices.

The 2-line liquid-crystal display (LCD) is easy to read. The electro-luminescent (EL) backlight ensures that night
time warnings are seen and properly interpreted.

To optimize your use of the WR102, please read this manual before use. Should you require additional assistance
or  information,  please  contact  our  Customer  Service  Department  at  800-853-8883  or  via  email  at:
helpme@oscientific.com.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL WEATHER-RADIO SYSTEM

The National Weather Service (NWS) is an agency within the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA) that operates a nationwide network of radio stations known as the NOAA Weather Radio (NWR). The NWR
radio system broadcasts warning information for all types of hazards both natural and technological. Working in
conjunction with the Emergency Alert System (EAS), NWR is considered to be the most comprehensive
emergency information system.

A nationwide network, the NWR consists of more than 480 stations in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin
Islands and U.S. Pacific Territories.  Broadcasts are designed to meet local needs. Routine programming is
repeated every few minutes and consists of local forecast, regional conditions and marine forecasts. Additional
information,  including river stages and climatic data, is also provided. During emergencies, these routine
broadcasts are interrupted to report specific warnings, watches or other critical information.

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Summary of Contents for WR102

Page 1: ...lectro luminescent EL backlight ensures that night time warnings are seen and properly interpreted To optimize your use of the WR102 please read this manual before use Should you require additional as...

Page 2: ...larms C CHANNEL Button Engages and exits channel setting mode D Indicator Light Variable red green LCD light identifies radio on off and message alert status E COUNTY Button Activates the county mode...

Page 3: ...DOWN Button Decreases audio volume Turns on and off the selected daily alarm Activates or disables the displayed county code Decreseas setting values in any setting mode N SNOOZE Button Temporarily di...

Page 4: ...not require resetting To install batteries 1 Gently pull to open battery compartment latch 2 Lift to open the battery compartment door Insert batteries with polarities in the diection as shown 3 Repla...

Page 5: ...volume level if necessary SAME MESSAGE CODES USED BY THE NWR When the NWR airs alert warnings a digital code known as Specific Area Message Encoding SAME is included as part of the warning This code i...

Page 6: ...first digit of the county code will be zero 0 ABOUT RADIO CHANNELS The NWR radio channels work in the same way as radio channels of a regular radio All of the NWR transmission stations operate on one...

Page 7: ...02 broadcasting warnings that may not be pertinent to the user Six display fields permit up to six county codes to be entered The user can select less than six codes by leaving unused display fields e...

Page 8: ...ty code display from Clock Display Mode 2 Press COUNTY again to by pass county code field zero 0 and advance to county code field one 1 3 To enter the county code in this field press and hold COUNTY f...

Page 9: ...Clock Display Mode press and hold MODE for 2 seconds 2 Select either the 12 hour or 24 hour format Press UP VOLUME or DOWN VOLUME to switch between the two formats 3 Make time format selection then p...

Page 10: ...the clock display mode The alarm icon for the alarm chosen will be displayed to indicate that alarm is now set and will sound at the selected time When an alarm goes off it will sound for 1 minute For...

Page 11: ...at 800 853 8883 or via email at helpme oscientific com Oregon Scientific offers a variety of useful and practical products designed to enhance your lifestyle and to protect your family We invite you t...

Page 12: ...t alarm This is the National Weather Service Office in city The preceding signal was a test of the Weather Radio Station call sign public warning system During potentially dangerous weather situations...

Page 13: ...hout batteries Operating Temperature 23 F to 122 F 5o C to 50o C NOTICE The content of this manual is subject to change without notice Due to printing limitations the display shown in this manual may...

Page 14: ...s uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee tha...

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