First Alert WX-17 - Manual (Page 7)

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4. DC Jack: Allows use of 120V AC to DC wall
adapter (included) to save battery power.
5. Speaker: Large speaker for great sound in a
small radio.
6. Telescopic Antenna: Fully extend the antenna
and position for best reception of FM and WX
signals. The AM radio antenna is an internal
ferrite antenna-rotate radio for best reception.
7. Tuning Knob: Rotate knob to tune for best AM
and FM reception.
8. Weather Channel Legend: Shows channel
and frequency information.
9. Band Switch: Allows you to select AM, FM,
Weather, or Alert modes.
10. Volume Knob: Rotate to desired volume.
11. ON/OFF Switch: Slide On or OFF.
12. Power LED Indicator: Lights to show ON.
13. Battery Low LED Indicator: Lights to show
that batteries need replacing.
14. Battery Door: Slide down to replace batteries.
Operation
TO LISTEN TO THE RADIO
The Band switch selects AM, FM, Weather or Alert:
AM: In this position, an AM radio station
can be selected with the Tuning knob
FM: In this position, an FM radio station
can be selected with the Tuning knob
WB: In this position, the local NOAA weath-
er station can be selected with the Weather
Band selector switch.
ALERT: In this position, the Weather
Emergency warnings and watches can be
received.
1. Turn the Volume knob to the desired volume.
2. Select AM or FM with the Band switch
3. Turn the Tuning knob to the desired station.
CAUTION!
You must select ALERT to receive the Weather
Alert signals.
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