Weather Alert Radio-TV
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1. In order to use the S A M E Weather Alert feature e the Time and Date should be set see page 5 e the County Code s should be programmed see page 6 indicating the local area s you want to monitor ALL SINGLE or MULIPLE e the unit must be tumed to WEATHER on the ON OFF TV WEATHER AM FM Dial and e you must have programmed the unit s Alert Mode choosing either the VOICE or SIREN setting see page 7 Voice Setting In VOICE setting the Radio emits an alert siren tone for 10 seconds only when a S A M E Alert is received Siren Setting In SIREN setting the Radio emits an alert siren tone for 30 seconds when a S A M E Alert is received Alert Memory Access The unit can record up to 20 alert messages scrolling the most recent on the LCD Program display You can access earlier Alerts and their corresponding information by pressing the Down Arrow CH Button on the Program Control Panel see the Control and Function Guide on page 2 Messages will be displayed in the order in which they were received mostrecent to oldest If the alert message was valid for a limited tine period and that period has expired an expired icon will appear on the top right comer of the LCD Program Display when that message scrolls Note While in S A M E Alert mode the AM FM Weather Radio and TV function normally until a S A M E Alert is received Pressing the MUTE key with the radio in WEATHER mode mutes2. AC or 12 Volt DC Adapters or in emergency situations when no other power is available by using the Dynamo Hand Crank NOAA Weather Radio S A M E Specific Area Message Encoding Overview NWR broadcasts National Weather Service NWS wamings watches forecasts and other nonweather related hazard information 24 hours a day During an emergency NWS forecasters interrupt routine broadcasts and send a special tone activating local weather radios NWR broadcasts warmings and postevent information for all types of hazards weather e g tornadoes floods natural e g earthquakes forest fires and volcanic activity technological e g chemical releases oil spills nuclear power plant emergencies etc and national emergencies e g terrorist attacks Working with other Federal agencies and the Federal Communication Commission s FCC Emergency Alert System EAS NWR is an allhazards radio network making it the most comprehensive weather and emergency information available to the public S A M E technology a new feature in the NOAA Weather Radio system allows listeners to preselect the NWS Alerts that they want to receive based on the county where they live Weather radios equipped with S A M E technology such as this VEC136 provide immediate information about lifethreatening situations POWER SUPPLY The unit can be powered in one of three ways 1 Nine 9 dry cell C type batteries not included 2 120 volt AC 60 Hz
3. channel For available channels see Specifications page 12 Adjust the picture s brightness and contrast if necessary using the respective sliders on the front of the unit below the TV screen Adjust the vertical hold if necessary using the V Hold knob on the back of the unit Adjust the volume using the Volume Control Knob on the side of the unit e Extend the Builtin TV Radio Antenna and adjust for best reception If desired an external antenna not provided may be connected to the External Antenna Port on the rear of the unit Insert earphones or headphones not included into the Earphone Jack for private listening Note This unit was designed in accordance with North American Standards and may not receive TV broadcasts in countries that have other broadcasting standards A WARNING Operation of a TV in a moving vehicle is not permitted if the driver can view the screen while driving Use this appliance in a responsible and safe manner OPERATING THE AM FM RADIO See the Control and Function Guide on page 2 to locate referenced controls knobs and selectors e Turn the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to the desired frequency the AM or FM position e Rotate the AM FM Radio Tuner Dial to select the desired station It is not necessary to turn the dial completely as this is a digital tuner Adjust the volume using the Volume Control Knob on the side of the unit
4. e Extend the Builtin TV Radio Antenna and adjust for best reception If desired an external antenna not provided may be connected to the External Antenna Port on the rear of the unit Insert earphones or headphones not included into the Earphone Jack for private listening 8 _ OPERATING THE EMERGENCY WEATHER RADIO See the Control and Function Guide on page 2 to locate referenced controls knobs and selectors Listening to the 7 Channel NOAA Weather Radio e TURN the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to the W EATHER position e Press the Right Arrow CH Button or Left Arrow CH Button to scan and select a weather channel e Extend the Builtin TV Radio Antenna and adjust for best reception e Adjust the volume using the Volume Control Knob on the side of the unit Using the S A M E Emergency Weather Alert Feature The VEC136 features S A M E technology allowing the user to program the unit to respond to NWS weather and non weather hazard alerts When set to Alert Mode the unit functions normally However in the background it scans for S A M E Alerts issued for the user programmed area s When an Alert is detected the unit emits an alarm VOICE or SIREN and the Weather Radio autormatically turns ON An Alert description will scroll in a repeating loop across the LCD Program Display The appropriate LED indicator will be lit under the scrolling message Statement Watch or Warning
5. to secure into position Rotate the dynamo crank handle clockwise ata rate of approximately 1 2 rotations per second with all functions tumed OFF for best results to generate power if battery power is low and to recharge the backup power batteries Using the 120 Volt AC Power Adapter e Plug the 120 Volt AC Adapters barrel connector into the 12 Volt DC Power Charging Outlet on the back of the unit e Plug the 120 Volt AC Adapter s plug into a any standard 120 volt AC wall outlet e Test by turning the TV ON before proceeding to general operation Using the 12 Volt DC Adapter e Plug the 12 Volt DC Adapters barrel connector into the 12 Volt DC Power Charging Outlet on the back of the unit e Insert the 12 Volt DC Adapters plug into the accessory outlet of your vehicle or other 12 volt DC power source e Test by turning the TV ON before proceeding to general operation Note Always unplug the 12 Volt DC Adapter cord from your vehicle s accessory outlet BEFORE removing the plug from the unit Using Battery Power e Open the battery cover bottom of unit see Control and Function Guide page 2 and insert 9 dry cell C type batteries e Test by turning the TV ON before proceeding to general operation PROGRAMMING THE UNIT Before using the Emergency Weather Radio Alert feature the unit should be programmed with the Date and Time as well as the users County FIPS Federal Information Processing Standards C
6. FF TV WEATHER AM FM Dial to WEATHER 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE Press the Up TIME or Down MEM Arrow Button until COUNTY is displayed Press the Right Arrow CH Button The display will show SIN GLE Press the Right Arrow Button again The display shows COUNTY 01 Press the Right Arrow Button again The display shows a 6 digit number The cursor will be flashing over the first digit Use the Up or Down Arrow Button to change it Press the Right Arrow Button again to move to the next digit 7 Repeat Step 6 for each of the digits until you have entered the full correct S A M E code 8 Press the PRO G STORE Button to save and reum to the COUNTY menu ou amp WwW Setting the Unit for Multiple Counties 1 Turn the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to WEATHER 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE 3 Press the Up TIME or Down MEM Arrow Button until COUNTY is displayed 4 Press the Right Arrow CH Button The display will show SIN GLE default setting 5 Press the Up or Down Arrow Button until MULTIPLE displays 6 Press the Right Arrow Button again The display shows COUNTY 01 7 Press the Right Arrow Button again The display shows a 6 digit number The cursor will be flashing over the first digit Use the Up or Down Arrow Butto
7. O RE 3 times to exit this menu and save Setting the County S A M E Code s To best utilize your Specific Area Message Encoding S A M E Weather Radio you should program your specific S A M E County Code or Codes Marine codes can also be programmed When you program your Weather Radio for AL counties it will respond to all S A M E Alerts within the local NWR transmitter area typically several counties or approximately 40 miles SIN GLE the default setting sets the unit to respond to S A M E Alerts for a single user prograntred FIPS Federal Information Processing Standard code MULTIPLE sets the Weather Radio to respond to S A M E Alerts for up to 10 user programmed FIPS codes A IMPORTANT INFORMATION You can obtain the 6 digit S A M E Code s for your local area e online at www nws noaa gov nwr indexnw htm or e by telephone at 888 697 7263 Setting the Unit for ALL Counties 1 Turn the OFF TV W EATHERY AM FM Dial to WEATHER 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE 3 Press the Up TIME or Down MEM Arrow Button until COUNTY is displayed 4 Press the Right Arrow CH Button The display will show SINGLE default setting 5 Press the Up or Down Arrow Button until AL displays 6 Press the PRO G STORE Button to save and retum to the COUNTY menu Setting the Unit for Single County 1 Turn the O
8. VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page 12 cs SPECIFICATIONS VEC136 Operating Voltage 12 volt DC SM TV Channels VHF Channels 2 6 Th e Stormtracker Ser wes v v FECTOR VHF H Channels 7 13 Weenie Weather Alert Radio TV UHF Channels 14 83 Ch l TV AM FM Weather Alert Radio LED Lights Radio Stations AM 530 1710 kHz anne and Cell Phone Charger FM 88 108 MHz Weather 162 400 162 425 162 450 162 475 162 500 162 525 and 162 550 MHz Weather Radio Sensitivity O 64UV 12dB SINAD 0 5WV 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 Builtin Rechargeable Battery NiMH 3 6V 600 mAh USER S MANUAL amp WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS PRO DUCT PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFEREN CE 4140 S W 30th Ave Ft Lauderdale FL33312 Toll Free 866 584 5504 www vectormfg com VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page ii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS 1 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK do not expose this unit to rain or moisture NEVER submerge it in water or liquids of any kind 2 NEVER insert objects of any kind into the unit s ventilation slot
9. a 10 CICANMING tiers bs 2 haere Bi eros sedi eae a teed Re fa Ghar Renee bee aerate aL esa ati 10 5 e t bel 00 B10d Pan soanen a gt eee ee a A 10 Fuse Replacement cosci dexraesiie dedi eras sen i a ede ia Bite ene apes ieee Barats Gog Bk edi Br SS 11 12 Volt DC Adapter Plug Fuse Replacement 2 ee 11 Battery Replacement Disposal o carrar ae aoe esi a area ea era eee E 11 Speclficatonss 4 2 p asi BG Sees A aa a SGM SOME Bare ie dh wieder as bes Soa See 12 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VEC136 Weather Alert Radio TV Please read this guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to the unit FEATURES Digital AM FM NOAA Weather Radio with S A M E Alert technology and Alarm Clock Builtin 5 solid state black and white UHF VHF TV with brightness contras vertical hold controls Programrrable Voice or Siren alarm instantly responds to S A M E hazard alerts Powerful magnified 6 LED Lantern Long 4asting 3 LED Emergency Light Builtin Cell Phone Charging Port Cell Phone Charging Adapter Set with cell phone extension cord Telescoping antenna External Antenna Port external antenna not provided Hand crank to recharge builtin backup battery Battery 12 volt DC or 120 volt AC powered adapters included with Dynamo Hand Crank charged backup NiMH battery system Attached shoulder strap for convenient portability 1 VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page 2 C
10. be used at manufacturer s option A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the sane or comparable design The repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period The custorrer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items During the warranty period manufacturer will be responsible for the return shipping charges to the custorrer in the United States UMITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessories such as charging adapters bulbs fuses and batteries damage or defects resulting from normal wear and tear including chips scratches abrasions discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight accidents darnage during shipping to our service facility alterations unauthorized use or repair neglect misuse abuse failure to follow instructions for care and maintenance fire flood and Acts of God If your problem is not covered by this warranty call our Technical Support Department at 954 584 4446 or toll free at 866 584 5504 for general repair information and charges if applicable You may also contact us through our website at www vectomfg com STATE LAW RIGHTS This warranty gives you specific legal rights Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential darrages so the exclusions or limitations stated herein may not apply This warranty gives the
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12. household current and the 120 Volt AC Adapter included with the unit or 3 12 volt DC power source and the 12 Volt DC Adapter included with the unit When no other power source is available a Backup Power System consisting of builtin rechargeable batteries allows the Radio and LED Lights to operate Note The TV can be powered by the 120 Volt AC and 12 Volt DC Adapters as well as C batteries It cannot be powered by the Backup Power System A CAUTIONS Before first use the unit s rechargeable backup batteries should be charged for a full 12 hours using the 120 Volt AC Adapter The rechargeable backup battery is not user accessible The Backup Power System can only be used to power the Radio LED Lantern and LED Area Light a VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page 4 Charging Recharging the Backup Power System 120 Volt AC Charging You can watch TV or listen to the Radio while charging the backup power batteries 1 Plug the 120 Volt AC Adapter s barrel connector into the 12 Volt DC Power Charging Outlet on the back of the unit 2 Plug the 120 Volt AC Adapters plug into any standard 120 volt AC wall outlet 3 Charge the backup power batteries for a full 12 hours before first use Recharge them regularly so the unit is always ready for emergency use Dynamo Hand Crank Charging For ease of use the crank handle can be locked into place Flip the handle to release and press it against the unit s body
13. is device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 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 reasonable protection against hanrful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause hamful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If equipment does cause hamful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by tuming the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer void user s authority to operate this device VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page iv ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this produc
14. its an alert siren tone for 30 seconds when a S A M E Alertis received then the Weather Radio autormatically turns on and an ongoing alert tone continues to sound To silence the alert tone press any key on the Program Control Panel An Alert description will scroll in a repeating loop across the LCD Program Display followed by the time the Alert was received The appropriate LED indicator will be lit under the scrolling message Statement Watch or Warning a VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page 8 To program the Weather Radio for VOICE Alert setting 1 Turn the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to WEATHER 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE 3 Press the Right Arrow CH Button The display will show SIREN 4 Press the PROG STORE Button to save and retum to the ALERT MODE menu W hen you have finished setting the Alert Mode press the PRO G STORE Button once more to return to standby mode Note See page 9 for information about using the S A M E Weather Alert feature OPERATING THE TV See the Control and Function Guide on page 2 to locate referenced controls knobs and selectors e Turn the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to the TV position Slide the VHF4 VHF H UHF TV Frequency Selector on the front of the unit below the TV screen to choose the TV band Tum the TV Channel Tuner and Fine Tuner Knobs to select the desired TV
15. l slots and openings in this unit are required for ventilation and temperature control They should not be blocked or covered in any way during operation e Follow all warnings cautions and instructions marked on this unit and indicated in this User s Manual To prevent possible electrical darmage to unit or your vehicle always unplug the 12 Volt DC Adapter cord from your vehicle s accessory power outlet BEFO RE removing the plug from the unit e 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 at 866 5845504 e Do not open this unit except to replace the C type dry cell batteries There are no other user serviceable parts The rechargeable backup batteries are not user replaceable e This is not a toy Keep unit out of reach of children whether stored or in use Supplied cell phone charging tips may not work with all cell phones Using the wrong tip may damage your device Manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused in this manner Verify tip compatibility with your cell phone manufacturer or consult your cell phone user manual before using this unit s cell phone charging feature Read This User s Manual Before Using This Unit SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 th
16. n to change it Press the Right Arrow Button to move to the next digit 8 When you have stored the desired 6 digit number press the PROG STORE Button to save and return to the COUNTY menu 9 Repeat Step 6 for each of the desired counties pressing the Down MEM Arrow to move from COUNTY 01 to COUNTY 02 etc When you have finished setting the County S A M E code s press the PROG STORE Button once to reum to the COUNTY menu then once more to return to STAN DBY MODE Setting the Alert Mode Use the ALERT MODE n nu to select the way the Weather Radio responds to a S A M E Alert broadcast The settings are OFF VOICE or SIREN OFF Setting The OFF setting is self explanatory In this mode the unit does not respond to S A M E Alerts This is the default setting for the unit VOICE Setting In VOICE setting the Radio emits an alert siren tone for 10 seconds only when a S A M E Alert is received then the Weather Radio autorratically turns on To program the Weather Radio for VOICE Alert setting 1 Turn the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to WEATHER 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE 3 Press the Right Arrow CH Button The display will show SIREN default setting 4 Press the Up or Down Arrow Button until VOICE displays 5 Press the PRO G STORE Button to save and retum to the ALERT MODE menu SIREN Setting In SIREN setting the Radio em
17. ode s to indicate which specific area or areas to monitor for NWS Alerts and preferred Alarm mode VOICE SIREN or OFF With the unit turned ON pressing the PROG STORE Button on the Program Control Panel see Control and Function Guide page 2 places the unit in programming mode The Up TIME and Down MEM Arrow Buttons toggle through the main menus COUNTY TIME SET ALERT The Left and Right Arrows CH and CH adjust individual settings Setting the Time Date and Alarm Clock Use the TIME SET menu to set the unit s Clock and Date display This is also the time and date that will be attached to scrolling Alert messages so these settings should be accurate before you use the S A M E Weather Alert feature Setting the Clock 1 Tum the unit ON by turning the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to any setting other than OFF 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE 3 Press the Down Arrow MEM Button until TIME SET is displayed 4 Press the Right Arrow CH Button The CLOCK setting will display Press the Right Arrow again to display the hour and minutes 5 Use the Up or Down Arrow Button to adjust the hour then press the Right Arrow 6 Use the Up or Down Arrow Button to adjust the minutes then press PRO G STO RE to save Setting the Date 1 Tum the unit ON by turning the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to any setting othe
18. ontrol and Function Guide LED AREA LIGHT ON OFF PUSHBUTTON SHOULDER STRAP TV CHANNEL TUNER AND FINE TUNER KNOBS STATEMENT WATCH WARNING 5 BLACK AND LED INDICATORS f ic WHITE TV x PROGRAM gt DISPLAY Stormtracker TV BRIGHTNESS TV CONTRAST CONTROL CONTROL OFF TV WEATHER AM FM RADIO TV FREQUENCY AM FM DIAL TUNER KNOB SELECTOR VOLUME PROGRAM CONTROL CONTROL PANEL CONT TELESCOPING LED LANTERN ANTENNA ON OFF SWITCH LED LANTERN TV RADIO SPEAKER HAND CRANK TO RECHARGE BACKUP BATTERIES er stormlt acka ANTENNA PORT CELL PHONE CHARGING PORT nit OS EARPHONE J ACK TV VERTICAL HOLD REPLACEABLE 2 AMP STANDARD POWERI Be CONTROL DRY CELL CELL PHONE BUS TYPE FUSE BATTERY CHARGING CHARGING OUTLET COMPARTMENT ADAPTER SET BOTTOM OF UNIT Power System The VEC136 has a unique power system Its primary power source is the common household C type battery It can also be powered using the AC Adapter that plugs into a standard 120 volt AC household outlet or the DC Adapter that plugs into a vehicle s accessory outlet or other 12 volt DC power source This unit also comes with builtin NiMH rechargeable batteries which serve as auxiliary backup power for the AM FM Emergency Weather Radio LED Lantern and LED Emergency Light only This auxiliary power system can be recharged using the 120 Volt
19. purchaser specific legal rights other rights which vary from state to state may apply TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRO DUCT Contact Technical Support by telephone fax or rrail see below We suggest that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit When retuming a product include your name address phone number dated sales receipt or copy and a description of the reason for retum and product serial number After repairing or replacing the unit we will make every effort to retum it to you within four weeks WARRANTY ACTIVATION Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Manufacturing Enter VEC136 as Model and Weather Alert Radio TV as Product Type All Vector products must be registered within 30 days of purchase to activate this warranty Mail the completed registration form along with a copy of the original sales receipt to ATIN CUSTO MER SERVICE 4140 SW 30th Ave Ft Lauderdale FL33312 e TOLLFREE 866 584 5504 FAX 954 5845556 WARRANTY IS NON TRAN SFERABLE BD041306 2006 VECTOR MAN UFACTURN G MADE IN CHINA IO OUCH ON 0 2852 o aan a acta Boe a uc aerated Se A a ep acd fe Uae NS yard eani 1 FATS pists a naa yes sa cal sk Stal gd hy cata Cae en Ta saree a cet a om heal aie case ase E Gan aad wae ee oe T Controlvand Pron Gude os 25 2 5 sea see ada oO aha ae aad Oa wea a E da ards 2 Power SVIE oases Sos eee ee oe ec ate Ae Rab l
20. r proper operation of the 12 Volt DC Adapter NOU BWN Battery Replacement Disposal Battery Replacement The builtin rechargeable battery should last the life of the unit In the event it needs replacing itis recommended that the unit be returned to manufacturer Contact Vector Custorrer Service toll free at 866 584 5504 Battery Disposal This unit contains an Ni MH battery and should be disposed of properly For more information on recycling batteries call toll free 800 822 8837 A WARNING e Do not expose batteries to intense heat or dispose of them in fire This may result in an explosion A CAUTION THIS UNIT USES A 2 AMP FUSE FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE AND RATING
21. r than OFF 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE 3 Press the Down Arrow MEM Button until TIME SET is displayed 4 Press the Right Arrow CH Button The CLOCK setting will display Press the Up or Down Arrow Button and DATE will display Press the Right Arrow to display the year month and day 5 Use the Up TIME or Down Arrow Button to adjust the year then press the Right Arrow to highlight the month 6 Use the Up or Down Arrow Button to adjust the month then press the Right Arrow 7 Use the Up or Down Arrow Button to adjust the day W hen you have finished setting the Clock and Date press the PROG STORE Button to save and return to standby mode Setting the Alarm 1 Tum the unit ON by turning the OFF TV W EATHER AM FM Dial to any setting other than OFF 2 Press the PRO G STORE Button to enter programming mode The display will show ALERT MODE 3 Press the Down Arrow MEM Button until ALARM is displayed 4 Press the Right Arrow CH Button ON will display Pressing the Up or Down Arrow to toggle between the Alarm ON and Alarm OFF settings 5 a VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page 6 5 Press the Right Arrow again The clock will flash 5 Use the Up or Down Arrow Button to adjust the hour then press the Right Arrow 6 Use the Up or Down Arrow Button to adjust the minutes then press PRO G ST
22. s as this can short circuit parts resulting in fire or electrical shock 3 NEVER attempt to recharge disposable dry cell C type batteries This could be dangerous 4 DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire as this may result in an explosion 5 Operation of a TV in a moving vehicle is not permitted if the driver can view the an nile driving Not paying attention to the road may result in a serious acciden CAUTIONS e BEFORE FIRST USE THE UNITS RECHARGEABLE BACKUP BATTERIES SHOULD BE CHARGED FOR A FULL 12 HOURS USING THE 120 VOLT AC CHARGING METHOD e Use only the supplied adapters for recharging this unit Do not crush cut pull or expose adapter cords to extreme heat e Position adapter cords so they do not become entangled or becorre a safety hazard Keep adapter cords away from sharp edges e Make sure all switches are in the OFF position before connection to a power source e When using the 120 Volt AC Adapter or 12 Volt DC Adapter do not use the unit near water such as a bathtub sink or laundry in a wet basement or next to a swimming pool It is NOT waterproof e Never insert anything other than the supplied 120 Volt AC Adapter and 12 Volt DC Adapter into the 12 Volt DC Charging Power Outlet on this unit Do not use any accessory not recommended or provided by the manufacturer e Unplug adapters and disconnect any AV equipment during violent storms or when left unattended or unused for long periods of time e Al
23. t and it sets forth all the responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing regarding this product There is no other warranty other than those described herein Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty This Vector Manufacturing product is warranted to the original purchaser only to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase without additional charge The warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users Manufacturer will not be responsible for any amount of damage in excess of the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances Incidental and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty This product is not intended for commercial use This warranty does not apply to darmage to units from misuse or incorrect installation connection Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources RETURN REPAIR POLICY Defective products may be retumed to manufacturer Any defective product that is retumed to manufacturer within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge If such a product is returned more than 30 days but less than one year from the purchase date manufacturer will repair the unit or at its option replace it free of charge If the unit is repaired new or reconditioned replacement parts may
24. the audio and puts the radio in ALERT standby mode 9 a VEC136_ManualEN_041306 4 13 06 3 32 PM Page 10 OPERATING THE LED LANTERN The LED Lantern on the rear of the unit provides a magnified 6 LED beam It is controlled by the ON OFF Switch located on the top rear of the handle see the Control and Function Guide on page 2 Make sure the light is turned OFF when the unit is being recharged or stored OPERATING THE LED EMERGENCY LIGHT The LED Area Light on the front of the unit is controlled by the ON OFF Pushbutton located on the top front of the handle see the Control and Function Guide on page 2 CELL PHONE CHARGING Attach the appropriate socket end from among those supplied to the small barrel tip of the Cell Phone Charging Adapter cord and plug this into the cell phone Plug the barrel tip end of the cord into the Cell Phone Charging Port see the Control and Function Guide on page 2 of the Users Manual None of the unit s features need be on for cell phone charging to take place The unit does need to be powered C batteries 120 volt AC 12 volt DC or the Dynamo Hand Crank A CAUTIONS e Supplied cell phone charging tips may not work with all cell phones e Using the wrong tip may darmege your device Manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused in this manner e Verify tip compatibility with your cell phone manufacturer or consult your cell phone user manual before using
25. this unit s cell phone charging feature CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Over time dust or fingerprints may accumulate on the TV screen or LED Area Light If necessary clean with a soft clean oil free cloth moistened with household window cleaner Do not use alcohol based cleaners on plastic surfaces This will eventually cause surface clouding Replacement Parts Check unit periodically and discontinue use if parts or accessories are found to be damaged or defective To replace wom or defective parts contact Vector Customer Service toll free at 866 584 5504 Fuse Replacement 1 Using a screwdriver open the fuse cover on the back of the unit see the Control and Function Guide on page 2 and remove the defective fuse 2 Insert a replacement 2 amp standard buss type fuse into the fuse socket 3 Close the fuse cover turn counterclockwise DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 12 Volt DC Adapter Plug Fuse Replacement The fuse in the DC plug protects the charging circuit of the 12 Volt DC Adapter If AC recharging works but DC charging does not then the fuse may be opened blown To replace the fuse 1 Unscrew the end cap of the DC plug counterclockwise Remove spring center contact and fuse Check fuse with a continuity checker If blown locate replacement fuse with same type and rating Replace the fuse spring contact and end cap Screw end cap clockwise until it is finger tight DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Test fo
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