Sima WX-200
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1. Blocking Message Code Flood Watch SMW Flood Statement SPS Flood Warning SPW Fire Warning SVA Flash Freeze Warning SVR Freeze Warning SVS Hurricane Statement TOA UB Hazardous Mat Warning TOE Hurricane Watch TOR UB Hurricane Warning TRA High Wind Watch TRW High Wind Warning TSA Iceberg Warning TSW UB Industrial Fire Warning TXB UB Local Area Emergency TXF UB Law Enforcement Warning TXO UB Land Slide Warning TXP B National Audible Test VOW B National Information Center WFW B Network Notification Message WFA B National Periodic Test WSA B National Silent Test WSW UB Nuclear Plant Warning A Power Outage Advisory E UB Radiological Haz Warning S B Required Monthly Test W B Required Weekly Test Si 10D Blocking Message Special Marine Warning Special Weather Statement UB Shelter In Place Warning Severe Thunderstorm Watch Severe Thunderstorm Warning Severe Weather Statement Tornado Watch 911 Telephone Outage UB Tornado Warning Tropical Storm Watch UB Tropical Storm Warning UB Tsunami Watch UB Tsunami Warning B Transmitter Backup On B Transmitter Carrier On B Transmitter Carrier Off B Transmitter Primary On mmm mmm mS SS UB Volcano Warning Wild Fire Watch UB Wild Fire Warning Winter Storm Watch Winter Storm Warning Unrecognized Watch Unrecognized Advisory Unrecognized Emergency UB Unrecognized Warning Unrecognized Message 10 Day Sentry 252. ALERT MODE SETLANGUAGE_ SerBAcKLIGHT_ SETRETONE_ SANE J STAAR J SETDATETINE_ SIREN VOLUME SIREN TEST de ADAMS SIRENMODE COUNTY CODE SETCHANNEL_ 10 MENU Press and hold for 3 seconds Voice or Siren English or Spanish ON or OFF ON or OFF Time of day Time of day Day month year amp time of day Volume setting from 1 to 8 Siren test Add new events 1 5 Turn siren OFF or ON for alerts Set FIPS SAME codes Set WB channels 1 7 Using the Alarm Clock The WX 200 has 2 alarm settings To set the time refer to the Setting the ALarm Clock section on page 19 To activate the alarms Press and hold the ALARM button for 3 seconds The icon and time setting for Alarm1 will be displayed on the screen Pressing the ALARM button will cycle through the alarm options as follows 01 01 2001 Ri 01 01 2001 Ri 01 01 2001 A 01 01 2001 FRI 4200 a1200 21200 of o SET ALARM 1 SET ALARM 2 SET ALARM 1 amp 2 ALARM OFF The alarm is activated for the icons shown After selecting the desired alarm settings press SAVE button to save and exit to normal operation Appendix A Notes and Tips Self Test The WX 200 will automatically notify you if it has not received a test message in the previous 10 days by lighting the amber Advisory LED indicator and displaying 10 DAY ALERT SENTRY on the LCD screen CAUTION Storm front activity can continue eve
3. 2008 Sima Products Corporation all rights reserved 2008 First Alert all rights reserved First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust used under license PN 21785 Printed in China First Alert Model WX 200 User s Manual Public Alert Radio 01 01 2001 FRI snooze Ja A a 1200 3 O WARNING WATCH ADVISORY POWER ALARM MENU La HOLD HOLD VOL UP ulere PREV w NEXT VOL DOWN www simaproducts com TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ganrerverrnnrtrernnnerreennnnrneen 2 CARE AND MAINTENANCE gyserrrnnervenrrnnererrrnnereennnn 4 FCC NOTICE TO USERS 4 peeorrnerrerrrnnereerrnnereennnne 5 INTRODUCTION nn nnn ee kenete renee renren 6 MAIN FEATURES nn oe teeee eee neeeeeeanees T LOCATION OF CONTROLS oes cteeee eneee rnnr ee erne 8 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS suerrrrnerrverrnnrrverrnnereennnn 9 MENU TREE nnnnnn nnn nnn llankan nenen neern eerren ee 10 BATTERY INSTALLATION 4 yaeorrnerrverrnnererrrnnrreennnn 11 CHAPTER 1 BASIC OPERATION 1 1 CHOOSING A LOCATION meerrnnervvnrrnnererrrnnereennnne 12 1 2 CONNECTING POWER semerrrnnervvnrrnnererrrnnervennnne 12 1 3 SETTING THE CLOCK saverrrnnervenrrnnererrrnnereennnne 13 1 4 SETTING EVENT LANGUAGE eee 13 1 5 S
4. LED Indicator Lights Warning Red Watch Orange Advisory Yellow Power Green Alarm ON OFF Press to turn Alarm1 and Alarm 2 off and on Listen Press to listen to NOAA weather broadcast Snooze Button Silences wake up alarm for a period of 9 minutes Save Press to exit and save changes in programmable menus Menu Press and hold to enter programmable menus PREV ious Button Use to scroll back through previous menu options while programming Vol Down Use to turn volume down and to scroll down through menu lists NEXT Button Use to scroll forward through menu options while programming Vol Up Use to turn volume up and to scroll up through menu lists 18 Integrated Telescopic Antenna Fully extend the antenna and orient it for best reception Hang holes for wall mounting Battery Selection Switch Select Alkaline or Charge according to back up battery type See battery installation instructions on page 11 for diagram Polarity markings indicates proper and alignment of battery DC Power Jack Connect AC Adapter or 12V DC from car cigarette adapter not included Remote Alert 3 5 mm Jack Provides contact closure to activate external devices Alert audio output Use 1 4 jack to connect remote speaker or PA system Extrernal antenna Remove telescopic antenna and use F connector to connect external antenna WX 200 Menu Tree Normal Operation
5. Fig l Fig 2 Fig 3 do not disconnect AC power supply from the unit while in use Remove the batteries when the unit is not used for a prolonged period of time 11 Chapter 1 Basic Operation Setting up your Public Alert radio 1 Choosing a place for your radio Your WX 200 is designed for desktop or wall mount installation Place the unit where it can receive an emergency alert signal broadcast and where you can hear its alert tone or see the message indicator lights The best location to install the WX 200 is Clear of any obstructions Near windows or large openings Near an AC power outlet Near where the user s would normally stay such as a bedroom living room or office e Keep the receiver away from interference sources e g motors computers TV or microwave ovens The WX 200 has a 18 telescopic antenna Fully extend the antenna Adjust by moving 2 Connecting the Power USING A STANDARD 120V AC OUTLET 1 Plug the AC adapter cord into the 12V DC input jack on the back of the unit 2 Plug the adapter into the wall outlet Note The internal battery charger will automatically begin to charge the batteries if the Rechargeable setting is selected Keep the unit plugged in at all times The unit will be ready to use in the event of a power failure Do not charge alkaline batteries VEHICLE USE 12V DC Use an optional 12V DC car adapter not included Plug the adapter cord into the 1
6. your changes will not be saved Siren Test You can easily test the siren of your WX 200 To test the Siren ALERT MODE 1 Press and hold the MENU button for 3 seconds The radio will display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE 2 Press the DOWN button 8 times to scroll down through the SINT BS main menu list to the SIREN TEST menu 3 Press the NEXT button to test the siren The radio will sound a sample of the siren Press the SAVE button to stop the Siren Test and exit to the main menu list Press the MENU button to return to normal operation 20 3 Setting the Clock and Calendar The WX 200 is equipped with a day date and time clock as well as a dual alarm clock To set the day date and time 1 Press and hold the menu button for 3 seconds The radio will display ALERT MODE the main menu list showing ALERT MODE 2 Press the DOWN button 5 times to scroll down through the SET DATE TIME main menu list to the Set Date Time menu Note The radio will automaitcally exit the programmable menu mode after 1 minute if no buttons are pressed 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the Set Time Date menu The time 01 01 2005 and date will be displayed in the following format 01 01 2005 The month setting will begin flashing Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the desired month 4 Press the NEXT button to select the day of the month The day setting will begin flashing Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the
7. 20 Factory use only 21 Telescopic and external antenna connection 9 10 11 LISTEN to NOAA Weather Band Date and Day indicator Snooze indicator Alarm mode Alert Description Table The table below lists the alerts broadcast by NOAA At the factory your radio has been programmed with some alerts Blocked B as noted below In addition some NOAA alerts are Unblockable UB as noted below To block additional events see the SIREN MODE instructions on page 22 Code ADR AVA AVW BHW BWW BZW CAE CDW CEM CFA CFW CHW CWW DEW DBA DBW DMO DSW EAN EAT EQW EVI EVA FCW FFA FFS FFW Blocking Message B Administrative message Avalanche Watch Avalanche Warning UB Biological Hazard Warning Boil Water Warning Blizzard Warning Child Abduction Emergency UB Civil Danger Warning UB Civil Emergency Message Coastal Flood Watch Coastal Flood Warning UB Chemical Hazard Warning UB Contaminated Water Warning UB Contagious Disease Warning Dam Watch UB Dam Break Warning B Practice Demo Dust Storm Warning UB Emergency Action Notification UB Emergency Action Termination UB Earthquake Warning UB Immediate Evacuation Evacuation Watch UB Food Contamination Warning Flash Flood Watch Flash Flood Statement Flash Flood Warning Code FLA FLS FLW FRW FSW FZW HLS HMW HUA HUW HWA HWW IBW IFW LAE LEW LSW NAT NIC NMN NPT NST NUW POS RHW RMT RWT
8. Care and Maintenance 90 Day Limited Warranty Wipe unit with a damp cloth occasionally to clean Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents Sima Products Corp Company warrants that if the accompanying product proves to Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord be defective to the original purchaser in material or workmanship within 90 days from Do not locate this product where persons walking on it could damage the cord Keep cord the original retail purchase the Company will at the Company s option either repair or away from heated surfaces replace same without charge but no cash refund will be made To disconnect grip the AC adapter and pull it from the wall outlet Never disconnect by Conditions pulling on the cord ee This product is designed to operate using the AC adapter supplied in a household 1 You must deliver mail or ship the product together with the original bill of sale application or 12V DC for portable use and this limited warranty statement as proof of warranty coverage to l i Ja Sima Products Corporation LCD screens can change color in extreme temperatures If the unit is exposed to hee ARa a temperatures below 20 C 5 F or above 60 C 140 F the display may temporarily 140 Pennsylvania Ave Bldg 5 cease to function properly or could result in permanent damage Oakmont PA 15139 2 This warranty is void if any defects are caused by abuse misuse negl
9. Handicapped Accessories Appendix B The WX 200 Public Alert radio is equipped to connect a variety of special needs accessory devices including strobe lights pillow vibration modules and remote sirens Once connected these devices will automatically be activated when the radio receives an advisory watch or warning for the duration of the radio siren or until you press the Radio OFF button Fi ig To connect a special needs accessory plug the device into the Remote Alert jack on the rear panel of the radio shown in Fig 1 This jack requires a 3 5 mm connector Note If an alert is blocked the accessory will not be activated The Alert Volume switch does not affect devices connected to the remote alert ouput Wall Mount Installation 1 Use the mounting template from the back of this manual to position the radio on the desired wall 2 Drill two screw holes as indicated on the template and fix the screws onto the wall using drywall anchors if necessary Leave a space of about 3mm 1 8 between the head of the screw and the wall 4 Hang the radio onto the two screws on the wall make sure the installation is secure Connect the AC adapter to a power outlet to activate the radio Note Be sure to install batteries before wall mounting 24 16 17 18 19 20 Description of controls and functions Speaker LCD Display Displays time and alert messages Also used to display different options when programming
10. are not blockable Press and hold the MENU button for 3 seconds The radio will display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE l 2 Press the UP A button 3 times to scroll up through the main menu aes panes list to the SIREN MODE menu 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the Siren Mode menu The words ADMINISTRATIVE MESSAGE will scroll across the top of the screen This is the first alert on the list of alerts that NOAA can broadcast You have the option to turn the siren OFF to block this alert or ON to receive it Note Some alerts are not blockable Use the Alert Table on Page 25 to help you select which alerts to block Use the PREV and NEXT buttons to make your selection To set the Siren Mode Administrative Mess OFF 4 After setting the Siren Mode for this alert use the UP DOWN A V buttons to scroll through the list of alerts following the same sequence to set the Slren Mode for each alert desired Upon selecting of the Siren Mode for the desired alerts press the SAVE button to save and exit to the SIREN MODE prompt of the main menu list To set the SIREN MODE for additional alerts at this time press the NEXT button to enter the SIREN MODE menu and repeat steps 3 and 4 To return to normal operation press the MENU button Note if you exit the SIREN MODE menu by pressing the MENU button your changes will not be saved 22 Battery Installation The WX 200 uses 4 AA batteries for back up power It can run on non r
11. letter code press the NEXT button to create the message that will accompany the warning You can insert a 15 character letter number text string Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to assign a letter or number to each of the 15 spaces Press the PREV or NEXT buttons to advance or retreat within the text string LEVEL ADVISORY 5 Upon completion of the message you must assign a warning level to the new alert Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to select one of the following 3 levels WARNING WATCH or ADVISORY 21 Setting the Siren Volume The WX 200 has 8 adjustable settings for the siren volume when an alert is received Siren Volume 1 8 To set the Siren Volume ALERT MODE 1 Press and hold the MENU button for 3 seconds The radio will display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE SIREN VOLUME 2 Press the DOWN V button 7 times to scroll down through the main menu list to the SIREN VOLUME menu SIREN VOLUME 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the Siren Volume menu The words SIREN VOLUME followed by a volume setting number will be displayed The volume setting will be blinking Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the desired volume setting With each setting the radio will sound a sample of the appropriate siren volume Press the SAVE button to save the Siren Volume setting and exit to the main menu list Press the MENU button to return to normal operation Note if you exit the SIREN VOLUME menu by pressing the MENU button
12. the COUNTY CODE prompt in the main menu If you want to return to normal operation press the MENU button again Note exiting by using the MENU button will not save any changes you made within the COUNTY CODE Menu REGION To add another programmed SAME location enter the COUNTY CODE menu 1 Press the NEXT button EDIT ADD and DELETE will appear on the screen EDIT will be flashing Press the UP A button to select ADD which will begin flashing Press the NEXT button to add another programmed location Repeat steps 5 8 in the programming menu When finished press the SAVE or NEXT button to save your changes To delete a programmed SAME location enter the COUNTY CODE menu EDIT ADD DEL 1 Press the NEXT button EDIT ADD and DELETE will appear on the screen EDIT will be flashing Press the UP A button to select DELETE which will begin flashing Press the NEXT button The screen will display the word DELETE with a Yes No selection Use the UP button to toggle between Y or N Select your option and press the NEXT button Press the SAVE or NEXT button to save your changes EDIT ADD DEL DELETE Y N 16 What is a FIPS Code The Federal Information Processing System FIPS code is a six digit code that identifies the states and counties or parishes in the United States The FIPS code for your area will be set 1 Press and hold the MENU buttion for 5 seconds ALERT MODE is displayed on the screen 2 Press the UP
13. the unit Include a typed or clearly printed name address and phone number where you can be contacted 4 Pack the unit securely to prevent damage in transit If possible use the original packing material 5 Ship the unit prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier to avoid loss in transit such as United Parcel Service UPS Roadway Parcel Service RPS or First Class Insured Mail to Sima Products Corporation Attn Customer Service 140 Pennsylvania Ave Bldg 5 Oakmont PA 15139 The Manufacturer is not responsible for units not received if the package has not been properly insured 6 If the unit is in warranty upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged Please allow approximately 2 to 4 weeks for your radio to be serviced If the unit is out of warranty we will notify you of the repair charge or replacement charge If you have any questions please call 800 345 7462 for assistance 28 FCC NOTICE TO USERS The system may cause interference to a TV or radio even when it is operating properly To determine whether the system is causing the interference turn it off If the interference goes away the system is causing the interference 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 harmful interference in a residential installation This equipm
14. 2V DC input jack on the back of the unit Plug the other end into your vehicle s cigarette lighter or accessory outlet When the radio is powered up the green Ready LED indicator will light 12 Adding Alerts The WX 200 provides the ability to add up to 4 new alerts This feature allows you to update your WX 200 in the event that NOAA changes or adds alerts to the message menu in the future The alerts you add must have the same exact 3 letter code used by NOAA for your radio to respond properly To add a new alert ALERT MODE 1 Press and hold the MENU button for 3 seconds The radio will display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE ADD ALERTS 2 Press the UP A button 4 times to scroll up through the main menu list to the ADD ALERTS menu 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the ADD ALERTS menu The words NEW EVENT followed by a new event number and a 3 letter code dashes will be displayed The event number will be flashing Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the new event 1 4 you want to add z z ey Z gt W EVENT 1 AAA 4 Press the NEXT button The first letter of the 3 letter code will begin flashing Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to assign the code letter For example The 3 letter code for Tornado Warning is TOR Once you have selected the first letter press the NEXT button and follow the same sequence to set the second and third letters respectively A AAA AAAAA 1 5 Upon completion of the 3
15. A button twice to get to the COUNTY CODE menu 3 Press the NEXT button upon entering the COUNTY CODE menu The current programmed location will scroll across the top of the screen 4 Press the PREV button The six digit FIPS code will be displayed l 1 XXXXXX To change the FIPS code for a programmed location 5 Press the NEXT button EDIT will begin flashing Press the NEXT EDIT ADD DEL button again 6 The FIPS code will be displayed and the first digit will be flashing Press the UP DOWN buttons A V to change the first digit When the desired number has been selected press the NEXT button to save the change and move to the next digit Repeat until all six digits have been set Press SAVE to save and exit the FIPS code menu To return to normal operation press the MENU To add another FIPS code enter the COUNTY CODE menu 1 Press the PREV button EDIT ADD and DELETE will appear EDIT will begin flashing Press the UP button A to select ADD which will begin flashing Press the NEXT button Repeat steps 5 amp 6 above Press the SAVE or NEXT button to save your changes To delete a programmed SAME location enter the COUNTY CODE menu 1 Press the PREV button EDIT will be flashing Press the UP button A twice to select DELETE Press the NEXT button The screen will display the word DELETE with a Yes No selection Use the UP button A to toggle between Y or N Select your option and press the NEXT button Press the S
16. AVE or NEXT button to save 17 your changes l 1 XXXXXX EDIT ADD DEL EDIT ADD DEL DELETE Y N
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18. Service NWS broadcasts a test alert every week typically on Wednesday between 11AM and 12PM noon The radio will warn you if it has not received an alert within 10 days To find out the specific test schedule in your area contact your local National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA or National Weather Service NWS office 1 888 697 7263 These offices are usually listed in the telephone book under US Government or visit the NOAA website at http www nws noaa gov nwr REMEMBER FOR YOUR SYSTEM TO BE EFFECTIVE YOU MUST PLACE IT WHERE IT CAN RECEIVE AN EMERGENCY ALERT SIGNAL AND WHERE YOU CAN HEAR ITS ALERT SIREN OR SEE ITS FLASHING LIGHTS INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the First Alert brand Public Alert Radio Model TEST SIGNAL FROM NOAA WX 200 This product complies with the exacting standards for CEA 2009A Public Alert NOAA sends out test signals weekly and monthly to verify that your devices and will provide reliability long life and outstanding performance The WX 200 Public Alert radio is working properly Your radio is programmed at the receives digitally encoded civil and weather emergency alert messages transmitted from factory to block the alert siren for the test signals When the test signal National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration s Weather Radio NWR broadcast is received towers NOAA has more than 900 towers in the 50 states and near adjacent coastal 1 The LCD screen will d
19. anges will not be saved SET CHANNEL 7 Note You can also select a weather channel by listening to each channel and choosing the one with the best reception In most cases this will be the appropriate channel however sometimes broadcast areas overlap The best reception may not 14 originate from the tower broadcasting to your area Set Keytone The WX 200 has an adjustable setting for the beep tone when buttons are pressed OFF no beep when buttons are pressed ON a beep tone sounds with each button press To set the keytone ALERT MODE l Press and hold the MENU button for 3 seconds The radio will display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE 2 Press the DOWN button 3 times to scroll down through the SEN CSN main menu list to the SET KEYTONE menu 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the Set Keytone menu The ON setting will begin flashing Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the desired ON or OFF setting Press the SAVE button to save the Set KEYTONE setting and exit to the main menu list Press the MENU button to return to normal operation Note if you exit the SET KEYTONE menu by pressing the MENU button your changes will not be saved Setting the Alarm Clock The WX 200 has two wakeup alarms as well as a snooze button to provide maximum control over your alarm clock The unit will alarm for 59 minutes unless stopped by pressing the SNOOZE or ALARM ON OFF buttons Pressing the SNOOZE button silences the alarm fo
20. desired day 5 Press the NEXT button to select the year Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the desired year 6 Press the NEXT button to select the time of day The hour setting will begin flashing Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to set the hour as desired Note Setting the hour also sets the AM PM setting located to the upper left of the hour 7 When the hour is set as desired press the NEXT button to select the minutes The minutes setting will begin flashing Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to set the minuites as desired Press SAVE when you have set the time and date as desired The radio will save your settings and return to the main menu at the SET TIME DATE prompt Press the MENU button to return to normal operation 4 Setting the Event Language The WX 200 can display text messages in English or Spanish NOTE When Spanish is selected the program menus will continue to be displayed in English To set the event language I Press and hold the menu button for 3 seconds The radio will display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE 2 Press the DOWN button 1 time to scroll to the EVENT LANGUAGE menu 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the EVENT LANUGUAGE menu ENGLISH will be displayed and flashing Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the desired language Press the SAVE button to save and return to the main menu at the EVENT LANGUAGE prompt Press the MENU button to return to normal operation 13 5 Selecting the Wea
21. echargeable alkaline or rechargeable Nickel Cadmium Ni Cad or Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH batteries When the radio is operating on battery power the green READY light will blink Use the slide switch located inside the battery compartment to select the battery type See Fig 1 When alkaline batteries are installed push the switch down to select ALK When using rechargeable batteries push the switch up to select CHG It is recommended that rechargeable batteries be replaced every three years DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE BATTERIES Always set the battery select switch to ALK before installing alkaline batteries Using the CHG setting with alkaline batteries may cause batteries to leak and present a a fire hazard To install or replace the batteries Turn the unit upside down Locate the battery compartment door tab Fig 2 press down on the door tab and lift the cover up to open Insert the batteries into the battery compartment Be sure to follow the polarity markings Fig 3 Set the battery charging switch to ALK for non rechargeable alkaline batteries Set it to CHG for NiCad rechargable batteries Replace the cover NOTES Rechargeable batteries must be charged for at least 24 hours before they are ready Rechargeable batteries provide approximately 15 to 20 hours of operation time Non rechargeable alkaline batteries will provide over 50 hours of operation time To maintain maximum backup time
22. ent generates 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 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 correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is needed e Contact your dealer for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment IMPORTANT Clear voice reception is important but does not guarantee that an emergency alert will trigger your unit s alert siren To test actual reception and alert response your unit must receive a test or emergency alert signal broadcast The National Weather
23. flashing 5 Press the NEXT button to enter a list of U S states and territories Once again ALL REGIONS will be displayed on the screen Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to scroll through the list NOTE Pressing the UP A button will begin to scroll through the list of states in alphabetical order starting with ALABAMA Press the UP button to scroll through the list ALL REGIONS STATE 15 6 To select a state or territory scroll through the list to the desired location and press the NEXT button The word ENTIRE will be displayed on the screen If you want your radio to receive all alerts issued for the state press SAVE and exit to the COUNTY CODE menu ENTIRE COUNTY 7 To select a specific county or region use the UP DOWN A V buttons to scroll through a list of all the counties For example in ALABAMA pressing the UP A button will display AUTUAGA ENTIRE 8 Upon selecting your county the word ENTIRE wil be displayed on the screen To select a specific area in your county or region use the UP DOWN A V buttons to scroll through a list of 10 county subdivisions For example Northeast Northwest Central etc Select the county subdivision that best describes your location If you are unsure use the ENTIRE subdividion setting to receive all alerts for the county To save your setting press the SAVE or NEXT button To exit the COUNTY CODE menu without saving your changes press the MENU button This will return you to
24. h of the Alert Modes Press the SAVE button to save the Alert Mode setting and exit to the main menu list Press the MENU button to return to normal operation Note if you exit the ALERT MODE menu by pressing the MENU button your changes will not be saved Set Backlight The backlight for the WX 200 has an adjustable setting OFF the backlight is always off except when a button is pressed or an alert is received ON the backlight is always on except when operating on battery power When operating on battery power the backlight is activated only when a button is pressed or an alert is received To set the backlight 1 Press and hold the menu button for 3 seconds The radio will gee ap display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE 2 Press the DOWN button 2 times to scroll down through the main menu list to the SET BACKLIGHT menu 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the Set Backlight menu The ON setting will begin flashing Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the desired ON or OFF setting SET BACKLIGH il Press the SAVE button to save the Set Backlight setting and exit to main menu list Press the MENU button to return to normal operation Note if you exit the SET BACKLIGHT menu by pressing the MENU button your changes will not be 18 saved Chapter 2 S A M E Programming You are now ready to use your WX 200 To listen to the weather channel press the LISTEN button Place the radio where it gets the be
25. igence or unauthorized repairs 3 All liability for incidental or consequential damages is specifically excluded Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Contents in this package e One Public Alert Radio WX 200 e One AC Power Adapter 120VAC 12VAC e One User s Manual this document Limitation of Liability and Remedies Sima shall have no liability for any damages due to loss of profits loss of use or anticipated benefits or other incidental consequential special or punitive damages arising from the use of or the inability to use this product whether arising out of contract negligence tort or under any warranty even if Sima has been advised of the possibility of such damages Sima s liability for damages in no event shall exceed the amount paid for this product Sima neither assumes nor authorizes anyone to assume for it or any other liabilities SERVICE PROCEDURE You may be asked to send your unit in for service It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to have the product serviced and returned 1 For Warranty Repair include some form of proof of purchase 2 You must include the Public Alert System Receiver unit and power adapter 3 Enclose a description of the problem with
26. io WEATHER BAND CHANNELS q i 12V DC 300mA 120V power adapter Channel 1 162 400 MHz M Ch 12 162 425 MH 4 AA Alkaline Ni Cad or NiMH Batteries not wal For up to date information on NOAA and weather anne l Z i l R 162 450 MHz included Center Pin positive M A frequencies used in your area check the NOAA l WB Antenna 18 Telescopic Rod Antenna i http www nws noaa gov nwr or call cianida Jo Leta unz re SE SAME 1 888 697 7263 Channel 5 162 500 MHz External Alert Trigger 3 5mm mono audio jack hal l Mope Ga Channel 6 162 525 MHz 250maQ12VDC M Channel 7 162 550 MHz Size 7 7 8 L X 4 3 4 W X 2 1 2 D Weight 13 5 oz without batteries ACCESSORIES AC Power Adapter Included Car Power Adapter Optional Not Included Handicapped Accessories not included WEATHER RADIO ae Problem POWER light does not come on POWER light is blinking Siren does not sound 10 Day Alert Sentry is displayed on the LCD screen No sound from the radio s speaker There is only static when press the radio ON button 26 Trouble Shooting Possible Cause and Solution AC power may not be connected Make sure AC adaptser is properly plugged into the radio and the wall outlet AC power has been removed Unit is running on backup battery power Check AC adapter connections to restore power 1 Radio is set to Voice not Siren Check Alert Mode set ting 3 Alert is b
27. isplay the text message waters Puerto Rico the U S Virgin Islands and the U S Pacific Territories The WX 2 The amber Advisory light will blink for 15 seconds 200 Public Alert Radio receives all 7 NOAA weather channels and uses Specific Area 3 The siren will not sound Message Encoding S A M E technology to identify specific areas like a county or 4 Weekly and monthly tests are stored in the Alert Queue portion of a state Note If the WX 200 has not received a test signal or an alert for a period How it works of 10 days it will display 10 DAY ALERT SENTRY on the LCD screen The WX 200 displays NOAA text messages on the LCD screen When an alert and the amber Advisory LED will blink Check the SAME location and is received the alert siren sounds and the radio automatically switches to the voice WB channel settings to be sure your radio is properly programmed broadcast Messages are identified by one of three color coded LED lights as follows Advisory yellow Watch orange or Warning red External handicapped accessory devices are also triggered if connected You can select up to 20 locations for your radio to respond to Note You must select the correct weather channel to receive warnings from NOAA for the state county locations that you have programmed There are advanced optional settings which you can use such as Defeat Siren and WX 200 Specifications EE Add Alerts to customize the response of your rad
28. locked To Unblock alerts see the Setting Siren Mode instructions on page 22 Your radio has not received an alert for 10 days or more Weather channel or S A M E location programming may be incorrect Re program weather channel and S A M E according to instructions on pages 14 15 Also make sure radio is getting clear reception Check to make sure the Volume setting is not at the low est level Check the Alert Audio output Connecting a device to the Alert Audio output mutes the radio s speaker 1 May have programmed incorrect weather channel To reset weather channel follow instructions on page 14 2 Poor reception Adjust antenna move radio location The main features of the WX 200 Public Alert Radio include NOAA Alert Function Your Public Alert Radio will automatically sound an alert tone siren and flash the corresponding LED color indicator when it receives a weather or civil emergency broadcast from NOAA Weather Band Specific Area Message Encoding S A M E Allows you to store up to 20 different location codes into memory Each code identifies a specific geographic area typically a county as defined by NOAA Setting the S A M E location helps reduce unnecessary alerts Alphanumeric Liquid Crystal Display LCD The LCD displays the NOAA weather band channels time programming information and alert status description When powered from the AC adapter or 12V DC source the display is backlit continuously for
29. low light situations Non Volatile Memory Radio programming is stored in non volatile memory and will not lose settings even when AC and battery power is removed Remote Alert This feature can be used to control external handicapped accessible devices such as strobe lights pillow vibration modules and external sirens Rear Power Jack Connects to 12V AC wall adapter or 12VDC car accessory plug adapter Battery Backup The unit will operate on four AA rechargeable Ni Cad NiMH or standard alkaline batteries A switch located in the battery compartment is provided to select the type of battery used Alkaline batteries will provide over 50 hrs of operation while rechargeable NiCad and NiMH batteries will provide over 12 hours See battery installation section page 11 for more information English and Spanish language The radio can be programmed to display the text messages in either English or Spanish LOCATION OF CONTROLS 01 01 2001 FRI OZE B m ww Cal a P gt PREV NEX VOL DPWN TA Speaker LCD screen LED Warning Indicator lights Alarm ON OFF button Snooze button SAVE button MENU button PREVious button 10 Vol DOWN button 11 NEXT button 12 Vol UP button 13 18 Telescopic antenna Soa oy 14 Hang holes for wall m ounting 15 Charge Alkaline battery switch 16 Battery compartment with polarity label 17 12V DC input 18 External trigger output 19 1 4 Alert Audio Out
30. n though the alert s effective time has expired The end of an alert does not mean that the related emergency is over Antennas For best Weather Band reception lift up the built in telescopic antenna and fully extend it vertically The Weather Band channel that gives you the best reception may not be the one that broadcasts weather information for your own location or county To improve reception move the radio location To Review Alert Messages The WX 200 will store up to 17 alert messages in its memory When theeffective time for an event expires the alerts is stored as an expired event The oldest alert will be replaced when newwer alerts exceed the memory limit Press the NEXT gt or PREV lt button to view stored alerts 23 Upon selection of the warning level press the SAVE button to save and exit to the ADD ALERTS prompt of the main menu list To add another alert at this time press the NEXT button to enter the ADD ALERTS menu and repeat steps 3 5 To return to normal operation press the MENU button Note if you exit the ADD ALERTS menu by pressing the MENU button your changes will not be saved Setting the Siren Mode The WX 150 allows you to block the siren from sounding on some warnings that are not relevant to your area For example a flood warning that may be issued in your county may not affect your location You may not want the siren to sound for a flood warning alert Note Some alerts such as Tornado Warning
31. r 9 minutes To set the either Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 1 Press and hold the MENU button for 3 seconds 2 Press the DOWN button 4 times to select the ALARM2 menu Press 5 times to select ALARM 1 3 Press the NEXT button 4 The hour setting will begin flashing Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to set the hour as desired Note the AM PM setting is affected by the hours setting 5 Press the NEXT button to advance to the minutes setting The minutes will begin flashing Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to set the minutes as desired When the alarm is set as desired press the SAVE button to save the settings and exit to the main menu list Press the MENU button to return to normal operation Note if you exit the ALARM1 or 2 menus by pressing the MENU button your changes will not be saved 19 Chapter 3 Advanced Programming Options Setting the Alert Mode Your WX 200 has 2 programmable Alert Modes 1 Voice Mode Sounds a warning siren for 10 sec and turns on voice broadcast 2 Siren Mode Sounds warning siren for the duration of the message To set the Alert Mode 1 Press and hold the menu button for 3 seconds The radio will display the main menu list showing ALERT MODE 2 Press the NEXT button to enter the Alert Mode menu The alert icon will begin blinking Press the UP DOWN A V buttons to toggle between the Voice and Siren alert modes Note When an alert is received the colored LED warning light indicators will light up in bot
32. st reception To turn off the weather channel press the LISTEN button again Your radio can be further programmed to respond to alerts in specific areas To custom program your radio for alerts in your area only see the SAME programming instructions below Specific Area Message Encoding S A M E NOAA transmits coded weather and civil emergency alerts using Specific Area Message Encoding S A M E technology SAME enables you to customize your WX 200 to receive messages relevant to your area thereby reducing unwanted alerts SAME is activated by programming your radio using the internal database of U S states and counties Your radio is capable of being programmed with up to 20 different location codes The radio has been programmed at the factory to respond to all messages within your reception area To program the radio for your specific area follow the steps below 1 Press and hold the MENU buttion for 5 seconds ALERT MODE is displayed on the screen ALERT MODE 2 Press the UP A button 2 times to get to the COUNTY CODE menu COUNTY CODE 3 Press the NEXT button to enter the COUNTY CODE menu The words ALL REGIONS will be displayed in the upper left hand corner of the screen This factory default setting will respond to all ALL REGIONS messages broadcast in your reception area 4 To change the default setting press the NEXT button The display will show the words EDIT ADD and DELETE The word EDIT will be EDIT ADD DEL
33. ther Band Channel To receive alerts you must first select the correct weather channel NOAA broadcasts on the weather band on seven channels in 25KHz increments between the frequencies of 162 400MHz and 162 550MHz as follows l l l ie 162 400 To identify the appropriate channel for your area visit the NOAA 462 425 web site at 162 450 162 475 http www nws noaa gov nwr indexnw htm 162 500 162 525 The table on the NOAA website includes the correct weather 162 550 band channel for your area the SAME code and the location of the broadcast tower Look for the state in which you live and then search the list for your county Use the channel listed for your county when programming the radio 5 Setting the WB channel for your listening area 1 Press the radio LISTEN button to hear the voice broadcast 2 Press and hold the MENU buttion for 3 seconds ALERT MODE is displayed on the screen ALERT MODE 3 Press the UP A button once to get to the SET CHANNEL menu SET CHANNEL 4 Press the NEXT button to enter the WB Channel menu The screen will show SET CHANNEL with the channel number displayed to the right The channel number will begin blinking 5 Use the UP DOWN A V buttons to select the desired WB channel Press the SAVE button to save the Channel Setting and return to main menu list Press the MENU button to return to normal operation Note if you exit the SET CHANNEL menu by pressing the MENU button your ch
34. ty precautions should always be followed AN CAUTION The Manufacturer does not represent this unit to be waterproof To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or damage to the unit do not expose this unit to rain or moisture or immerse in water AN CAUTION This product has the capability to operate with four 4 1 5V AA batteries either rechargeable Nicad NiMH or non rechargeable alkaline Please dispose of batteries properly or recycle at the end of the life of the battery Do not incinerate or compost batteries as they can explode at high temperatures Contact your local authority for information concerning reclamation and disposal of rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries Cadmium is a chemical identified by Proposition 65 in the State of California to cause cancer AN CAUTION A This product has a built in circuit for charging four 4 1 5V AA rechargeable NiCad or NiMH batteries When regular alkaline batteries are used as a backup power source set the selection switch in the battery compartment to the Alkaline position to switch off the internal charger CHARGING ALKALINE BATTERIES CAN CAUSE LEAKAGE OR A FIRE AN DANGER A To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this product Take it to a manfacturer authorized service personnel when service or repair work is required Opening or removing cover voids warranty This unit does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user 3
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