User manual

7.3 Radio Band Mode

NOTE: Radio reception is dramatically reduced when charging from USB. Disconnect USB power

when listening to the radio.

Press the POWER button to turn the radio on the radio.

The radio will default to FM band (or the last radio band since power up). Press the MODE button to

change to the AM band. Press the MODE button to change to the Weather Band (WB).

NOTE: Radio interference will be present while charging the WR-099. For best reception, there is a

telescoping antenna. Extend the antenna and change the position if the reception is weak.

7.3.1 AM/FM Radio Tuning

When the radio is turned on, press the button to increase the frequency and press the button to

decrease the frequency.

To auto scan, press and hold the ( or ) key for at least one second and the radio will

automatically tune to next radio station with sufficient reception.

7.3.2 Weather Band Tuning

There are seven distinct weather channels. The frequencies are 162.400 MHz, 162.425 MHz, 162.450

MHz, 162.475 MHz, 162.500 MHz, 162.525 MHz and 162.550 MHz.

For a complete list of weather radio broadcasting stations, please visit the National Weather Service

website:

www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm

Our recommendation is to tune to the station with the best reception using the button. You will

hear the “voice of the National Weather Service”, and automated voice that provides forecast

information, weather statements, watches and warnings.

7.4 Smart phone and PDA Operation

Because smart phone batteries vary in their current ratings, we cannot specify charging rates or usage

time. 10 to 15 minutes of cranking may result in 1 or more minute of talk-time, but your results may

vary.

NOTE: Charging a smart phone through the Phone Charger Jack is intended for emergency purpose

only. It is not intended for recharging fully a discharged smart phone battery. Smart phone battery

capacity significantly exceeds the battery capacity of the WR-099. Therefore, a fully charged WR-099

will only partially charge a smart phone or PDA. After the battery stops charging the device, begin

cranking if a DC power source is not available to continue recharging the smart phone.

NOTE: The WR-099 may not support charging of Apple products, including but not limited to the

IPad and IPhone due to current output limitations.

To charge the smart phone or PDA:

1. Lift the rubber tab on the back of the WR-099 to expose the connectors, as shown in Figure 3.