Radio Shack 12 519 User Manual

12-519  
User’s Guide  
All-Hazards Weather Alert Clock Radio with Skywarn  
Thank you for purchasing your All-Hazards Weather Alert Clock Radio with  
Skywarn from RadioShack. Please read this users guide before installing, setting  
up, and using your new weather radio.  
Package Contents  
• Radio  
• AC Adapter  
• Quick Start  
• BNC-to-Phono Adapter  
• Users Guide  
Features  
• Multifunctional design: alarm clock, radio, and weather radio  
• Receive FM, AM, seven NOAA weather channels, and Skywarn reports.  
• Digital SAME technology.  
• Programmed with all U.S. states and counties.  
• Sixteen alert volume levels.  
• Separate daytime and night time alert volume settings.  
• Different color LEDs indicate if the alert is a warning (red), watch (orange), or  
advisory (yellow).  
• Alert reminder lets you know if you’ve missed an incoming transmission.  
• Alert notifications display as text and can sound as tone or tone with voice.  
• Auxiliary input enables you to play an MP3 player or other device through  
the radio speakers.  
• Dual alarm clock can be set for two people to wake up at different times.  
• Choose an alarm to wake you up: FM, AM, or alarm tone.  
• Battery indicators.  
• 60-hour battery backup.  
• Recharges Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.  
• Bilingual display: English or Spanish.  
Setup  
Understanding Your Radio  
Telescopic Antenna  
Adjust to receive best  
signal reception.  
SNOOZE  
Pause the alarm  
for 15 minutes.  
Alert Indicators  
ADVISORY/WATCH/WARNING  
•Flashes for 60 seconds when the alert  
begins, then lights for the duration of  
the alert.  
•Alternating flashes indicate loss of  
weather signal.  
Right Panel  
Back Panel  
ALERT ON/OFF  
Turn audible alerts  
on or off.  
DC 12V  
Connect the AC adapter.  
ALERT OUT  
Connect to a  
compatible external external audio  
alert device with a  
3.5mm phono plug.  
AUX INPUT  
Connect to an  
ALARM1 SET/ON/OFF,  
ALARM2 SET/ON/OFF  
Turn the alarm on /off or set  
alarm.  
source.  
Number Buttons  
Enter FIPS code or Skywarn channel  
frequency.  
Manual/Scan/Program/Enter  
Refer to “Using Skywarn” on page 10.  
CLOCK  
Press and hold  
to set the clock.  
FM/AM/ WX  
/
SKYWARN  
Increase/decrease  
volume.  
Select a band.  
AUX  
Listen to an  
external audio  
source.  
appears.  
Menu and  
,,,  
•Set time and  
choose radio  
stations.  
SELECT  
Confirm  
settings.  
M1 – M5  
Radio station  
memory  
locations.  
AUX  
•Navigate and  
adjust menu  
items.  
n Note: The power source must supply 12V DC and deliver at least 400mA. Its  
center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the DC 12V jack. Using  
an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the radio or  
adapter.  
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Power your Radio  
Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC 12 V jack and plug in to a  
standard household outlet.  
Install Backup Batteries  
1. Open the battery compartment cover.  
2. Slide the RCH/ALK switch to RCH for  
rechargeable or ALK for alkaline backup  
batteries.  
ꢀ. Install six AA alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable  
batteries (neither supplied). Insert batteries  
as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –)  
marked inside.  
RCH/ALK  
n Notes:  
flashes when the rechargeable batteries  
are charging,  
will appear when charging is  
finished. Charging can take up to 30 hours.  
If the radios power supply is switched from AC to battery operation, the  
three alert LEDs will blink for 3 minutes.  
b Battery Notes:  
or  
When  
displays, replace the batteries.  
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.  
Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them.  
Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard,  
alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.  
If you do not plan to use your radio for a long period, remove the batteries.  
Batteries can leak chemicals that may damage electronic parts.  
Recycle Rechargeable Batteries  
Placing rechargeable batteries in the trash can be harmful to the environment. Instead,  
recycle old rechargeable batteries at your local RadioShack store free of charge.  
RadioShack participates in the RBRC© battery recycling program, and is committed to  
preserving the environment and conserving natural resources. Call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-  
7422) for more information.  
Use the Antenna  
Telescopic Antenna  
External Antenna  
For better reception, you can install an external antenna to your radio.  
1. Pull out the installed telescopic antenna.  
2. If needed, connect the supplied BNC-to-phono adapter to the phono/RCA  
plug from your antenna.  
ꢀ. Connect the external antenna (Follow the installation instructions that came  
with your external antenna.)  
BNC-to-Phono Adapter  
Phono/RCA plug  
Basic Operation  
Set the Clock  
1. If necessary, press CLOCK to switch to clock  
mode.  
2. Briefly hold CLOCK until the hour digits flash.  
ꢀ. Use ,,,to set the hour, minute and AM/PM.  
ꢁ. After setting clock , press CLOCK or SELECT to confirm and exit.  
Set the Alarm  
1. Slide ALARM 1 or ALARM 2 to SET.  
2. Press ,,, to set the alarm hour, minute, and alarm source (buzzer  
loudness / / or FM/AM).  
ꢀ. After setting the alarm, slide ALARM 1 or ALARM 2 to ON/OFF to confirm  
and exit.  
ꢁ. To turn the alarm on, slide ALARM 1/ALARM 2 to ON. To turn it off, slide  
ALARM 1/ALARM 2 to OFF.  
When the Alarm Sounds  
• The alarm will sound for 2 hours at the set time.  
To pause the alarm for 15 minutes, press SNOOZE.  
• When the alarm time expires, the alarm will sound again the next day at the  
same time.  
n Note: The radio automatically exits setting mode if you do not press any  
button for 15 seconds while setting the alarm or clock.  
Using the Radio  
Press AM or FM to enter radio mode.  
Manual Scan – Press or to find a station.  
Auto Scan – Briefly hold or until the channels start to change rapidly. The  
radio automatically stops when it finds a station. If no station is found, the radio  
will continue scanning.  
Set Radio Station Memory  
1. Press AM or FM to toggle between AM1, AM2,  
FM1 or FM2. The selected band indicator  
appears on the left side of the display.  
2. Press or to find a station.  
ꢀ. Briefly hold a memory button (M1M5) until the selected memory indicator  
(M1M5) appears on the right side of the display.  
You can store up to five channels each for AM1, AM2, FM1, and FM2.  
ꢁ. To listen to a preset station, press AM or FM to toggle between AM1,  
AM2, FM1 or FM2, then press one of memory buttons M1–M5.  
Using the Weather Radio  
Press WX to listen to the weather radio. The radio will select the last channel  
used.  
Manual Scan – Press WX, then press or .  
Auto Scan – Press WX and then briefly hold  
or until the channels start to change. The  
radio stops when it finds the channel with strongest  
signal strength.  
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Notes:  
All seven NOAA weather channels are preprogrammed on your radio. If the  
radio cannot find a signal, it will keep scanning.  
If the weather signal is lost, WARNING and ADVISORY alert indicators  
flash alternately, and WATCH indicator lights.  
If you are having trouble finding a weather signal, try adjusting the antenna  
or moving the radio to a different location. You may need to install an  
external antenna. See “External Antenna” on page 7.  
If the radio has not received a SAME alert signal (including test or demo  
signals) for 10 days or longer, a warning message will scroll on the display:  
10 days have lapsed since last message received. Check  
reception.” See “How do I test my radio?” on page 20.  
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Set Weather Channel Memory  
While the radio is on the desired channel, press and hold M1 to M5 until  
the selected memory indicator (M1M5) is displayed. You can store up to five  
channels.  
To listen to a channel from memory, press M1–M5 while in weather radio  
mode.  
Viewing Weather Alerts  
You can view the last four different weather alerts received by the radio. When  
an alert is received, the alert description scrolls across the display. If multiple  
alerts are received, press or to view them in order. The first description is  
always the newest and descriptions are shown in chronological order. Example:  
1) Flash Flood Watch 0:15  
2) Hurricane Watch 1:15  
Receiving Alerts for Specific Areas  
When an emergency event happens, the National Weather Service (NWS)  
broadcasts a SAME code indicating the affected region along with the alert  
signal. You can program your weather radio to alert you for events in up to ten  
regions.  
1. Press MENU, then press or to scroll to SAME Code.  
2. Press or to select Multiple. Press SELECT.  
ꢀ. Press SELECT to choose Location #1.  
ꢁ. Press SELECT to choose Edit By Name.  
5. Press or to choose your state and press SELECT.  
ꢂ. Press or to choose your county and press SELECT.  
7. Press MENU to return to the location menu.  
ꢄ. Press to go to Location #2.  
9. Repeat steps 4 – 8 to program additional locations.  
n Notes:  
If you want to program only one location, choose Single at step 2.  
For more information see “SAME Code” on page 13 and “What are FIPS codes  
and SAME signals?” on page 19.  
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Skywarn  
About Skywarn  
Many areas of the country have amateur radio repeaters that have been  
designated as “Skywarn” repeaters. During times of severe weather, these  
repeaters are used to relay reports of severe weather directly to meteorologists  
at a local National Weather Service forecast office. Using the Skywarn feature  
in your radio, you can easily jump to your local Skywarn frequency and monitor  
these reports, in many cases hearing about severe weather in your area  
instantly as it occurs.  
n
Note: If you tune to a Skywarn frequency when the Skywarn net is not  
active, you may hear nothing, or you may hear amateur radio operators talking  
on a local repeater system.  
Programming Skywarn Channels into Memory  
Before using the Skywarn function, you must  
store Skywarn channels into the memory.  
Visit RadioReference.com to find the Skywarn  
frequencies used in your area. You can store up to  
20 Skywarn frequencies into memory.  
Press Skywarn to enter the Skywarn mode, the radio will select the last channel  
used.  
1. Press Program and use or to scroll to the desired channel number  
(1-20).  
2. Use the number keys to enter a 6-digit frequency.  
ꢀ. Press Enter to confirm.  
Using Skywarn  
To listen to a stored channel:  
Press Manual and use or to find desired channel. Press Enter to confirm.  
Or, press Scan to auto scan the stored Skywarn channels.  
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Advanced Operation  
Changing Radio Settings  
1. Press MENU then press or to scroll through the features menu. A feature  
Feature  
and one of its options appears.  
2. Press or to view the features  
options.  
ꢀ. Press SELECT at the feature you want.  
An asterisk (*) appears next to the  
selected feature.  
Feature option  
ꢁ. Press MENU to exit or return to a  
previous level.  
Feature  
Options  
Select  
Auto – the radio will scan for the best weather channel  
Channel  
(strongest signal strength) automatically after power on.  
Manual – the radio will return to the current weather  
radio channel after power on.  
Alert Mode  
Tone – when an alert is received, an alert tone will sound  
for 5 minutes. Pressing any key stops the alert.  
Voice – when an alert is received, an alert tone will  
sound for 10 seconds, then an audio broadcast for 5  
minutes.  
Alert  
Reminder  
If no key is pressed when the radio receives an alert, the  
radio will sound a reminder message every 30 seconds until  
the effective alert time expires.  
On – turns on the alert reminder.  
Off – turns off the alert reminder.  
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Feature  
Signal  
Reminder  
Options  
When a weather channel is not detected and there is no key  
pressed, the radio will sound a reminder message.  
On – turns on the signal reminder.  
Off – turns off the signal reminder.  
When the signal reminder sounds, you can press any button  
to mute it.  
n Notes:  
If the signal is lost, WARNING and ADVISORY alert  
indicators flash alternately, and WATCH indicator lights.  
Press any button to mute signal loss reminder alert. If a  
signal is detected but lost within 10 minutes, then the  
reminder won’t sound.  
SAME Code You can set your weather radio to alert for events affecting  
all regions, a single region, or multiple regions.  
All – the radio will alert for all regions within the  
broadcast area.  
Single – the radio will alert only for Location 1.  
Edit By Name – select your state and county.  
Edit By FIPS – use number button to key in 6-digit  
FIPS code.  
Delete? – clear current memory location.  
Multiple – the radio will alert for events in any of the  
programmed regions.  
Edit By Name – select your state and county.  
Edit By FIPS – use number button to key in 6-digit  
FIPS code.  
Delete? – clear current memory location.  
n Notes:  
• For more information see “Receiving Alerts for Specific  
Areas” on page 10 and “What are FIPS codes and SAME  
signals?” on page 19.  
• When you key in FIPS code, you can press or to  
select the digit you want to change.  
1ꢀ  
Feature  
Options  
Set Alert  
You can turn off audio alert for specific alert events.  
Press or to scroll through the events and press SELECT  
to turn the alert tone on or off. See “NWS Alert Descriptions” on  
page 16 for a list of alert events.  
n Note: Some events cannot be turned off.  
Set  
Select either English or Spanish.  
Language  
Alert Vol-Day • Press or to adjust volume level for the hours  
between 6 AM to 10 PM. *  
Alert Vol-  
Night  
• Press or to adjust volume level for the hours  
between 10 PM to 6 AM.*  
Backlight  
Select from three brightness levels: High, Mid, or Low  
n Note: If the radio is powered by the AC adapter, the  
backlight will stay on all the time. But if radio is powered  
by battery, the backlight will turn off automatically after 10  
seconds.  
* n Note: To avoid missing alerts, always set the volume level at maximum  
volume.  
1ꢁ  
Turning Audible Alerts On or Off  
To enable audible alerts, slide ALERT ON/OFF to ON.  
To disable audible alerts, slide ALERT ON/OFF to OFF.  
n Notes:  
You must slide ALERT ON/OFF to OFF while your radio is powered on,  
or the change will not take effect. This prevents accidentally switching off  
alerts.  
Even if you’ve turned off audible alerts, the backlight will still light up and  
the event message will scroll on the display until the effective time expires.  
Connecting an External Alert  
Connect a compatible external alerting device such as a pillow shaker or a  
flasher to the ALERT OUT jack. The external device can be up to 200mA with a  
3.5mm phono plug (not supplied).  
Your radio passes alerts to the external device. The alert turns off automatically  
when the alert period ends or is manually reset by pressing SNOOZE.  
Restoring Factory Default Settings  
1. Unplug the AC adapter and remove the backup batteries.  
2. While holding down MENU, plug the AC adapter into an outlet. Keep  
holding MENU until “Reset to default Completed” is shown on the  
display.  
ꢀ. Unplug and then plug in the AC adapter again and install batteries.  
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Additional Information  
NWS Alert Descriptions  
Event Code  
Administrative message  
Avalanche Watch  
Level  
Default  
Off  
Advisory  
Watch  
On  
Avalanche Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Warning  
Watch  
On  
Biological Hazard Warning  
Boil Water Warning  
On*  
On  
Blizzard Warning  
On  
Child Abduction Emergency  
Civil Danger Warning  
Civil Emergency Message  
Coastal Flood Watch  
Coastal Flood Warning  
Chemical Hazard Warning  
Contaminated Water Warning  
Dam Watch  
On  
On*  
On*  
On  
Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Watch  
On  
On*  
On*  
On  
Dam Break Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Warning  
Watch  
On*  
On*  
Off  
Contagious Disease Warning  
Practice/Demo  
Dust Storm Warning  
Emergency Action Notification  
Emergency Action Termination  
Earthquake Warning  
Immediate Evacuation  
Evacuation Watch  
On  
On*  
On*  
On*  
On*  
On  
Food Contamination Warning  
Flash Flood Watch  
Warning  
Watch  
On*  
On  
Flash Flood Statement  
Flash Flood Warning  
Flood Watch  
Advisory  
Warning  
Watch  
On  
On  
On  
Flood Statement  
Advisory  
On  
1ꢂ  
Event Code  
Level  
Default  
On  
Flood Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Watch  
Fire Warning  
On  
Flash Freeze Warning  
Freeze Warning  
On  
On  
Hurricane Statement  
Hazardous Materials Warning  
Hurricane Watch  
On  
On*  
On  
Hurricane Warning  
Warning  
Watch  
On*  
On  
High Wind Watch  
High Wind Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Warning  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Watch  
On  
Iceberg Warning  
On  
Industrial Fire Warning  
Local Area Emergency  
Law Enforcement Warning  
Land Slide Warning  
On*  
On*  
On*  
On*  
Off  
National Audible Test  
National Information Center  
Network Notification Message  
National Periodic Test  
National Silent Test  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Nuclear Power Plant Warning  
Power Outage Advisory  
Radiological Hazard Warning  
Required Monthly Test  
Required Weekly Test  
Special Marine Warning  
Special Weather Statement  
Shelter In-Place Warning  
Severe Thunderstorm Watch  
Severe Thunderstorm Warning  
Severe Weather Statement  
Tornado Watch  
On*  
On  
On*  
Off  
Off †  
On  
On  
On*  
On  
Warning  
Advisory  
Watch  
On  
On  
On  
1ꢃ  
Event Code  
Level  
Default  
On  
911 Telephone Outage Emergency  
Tornado Warning  
Advisory  
Warning  
Watch  
On*  
On  
Tropical Storm Watch  
Tropical Storm Warning  
Tsunami Watch  
Warning  
Watch  
On*  
On*  
On*  
Off  
Tsunami Warning  
Warning  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Warning  
Watch  
Transmitter Backup On  
Transmitter Carrier Off  
Transmitter Carrier On  
Transmitter Primary On  
Volcano Warning  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On*  
On  
Wild Fire Watch  
Wild Fire Warning  
Warning  
Watch  
On*  
On  
Winter Storm Watch  
Winter Storm Warning  
Unrecognized Watch  
Unrecognized Emergency  
Unrecognized Statement  
Unrecognized Warning  
Warning  
Watch  
On  
On  
Advisory  
Advisory  
Warning  
On  
On  
On*  
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Notes:  
* Alert is enabled permanently and cannot be selected or disabled.  
Test alerts you can use to ensure your local broadcasts are being  
received.  
1ꢄ  
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)  
What are FIPS codes and SAME signals?  
The National Weather Service (NWS) precedes each weather alert with a  
digitally encoded SAME (Specific Area Message Encoding) signal, then a 1050  
Hz tone. The SAME signal includes a FIPS (Federal Information Processing  
Standard) code and an event code that corresponds with the type of alert  
being sent.  
The FIPS code format is:  
Subdivisions  
State  
County  
0-9  
01-50  
XXX  
(0=entire area)  
(00=all states) (000=all counties)  
Example: 048439  
(0=All; 48=Texas; 439=Tarrant County)  
To obtain the FIPS codes for your area, contact your local RadioShack store or  
call the NWS toll free at 1-888-NWR-SAME (1-888-697-7263). You can also visit  
n Note: Your weather radio comes pre-programmed with FIPS codes sorted  
by state and county. Do not change your FIPS code unless you have confirmed  
with the NWS. See “Receiving Alerts for Specific Areas” on page 10 for more  
information.  
What is an alert?  
Your radio is preset to receive warnings, watches, and advisories from the  
NWS. When an alert is received, a voice or tone alert sounds, and the alert  
description and duration appear on the display. Alert descriptions are based  
on a list of specific weather alert types published by NWS. For a list of alert  
descriptions displayed on your Weather Alert Radio, refer to “NWS Alert  
Descriptions” on page 16-18.  
n Note: If severe weather is imminent, do not wait for an alert tone.  
What are undefined or unrecognized alerts?  
The NWS occasionally broadcasts weather information intended for  
commercial or other non-public use, or creates and broadcasts new alert  
types. If a signal for a new alert type is received and the alert is turned on,  
UNRECOGNIZED and the alert description (warning, watch, or advisory)  
displays.  
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How do I test my radio?  
The NWS broadcast test alerts every week on Wednesday between 11 AM  
and 1 PM. To nd out the specific test schedule in your area, contact your  
local NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) or the NWS  
(National Weather Service). These offices are listed in most telephone books  
your alert settings see “Set Alerts” on page 14.  
w Important: Clear reception of a weather broadcast signal does not  
guarantee an emergency alert will trigger your radios alert function. The alert  
function will only be triggered by an emergency alert when you program the  
weather radio with the FIPS code for your area.  
Multiple FIPS codes are stored, but why does the radio only respond to  
alerts for one area?  
Make sure your radio is set to MULTIPLE mode. See “SAME Code” on page  
13.  
Why is there no weather broadcast when I press WX?  
• Make sure the telescoping antenna is fully extended.  
• Make sure the radio is set to the weather channel broadcast in your area.  
See “Select Channel” on page 12  
What is the difference between a watch and a warning?  
• A watch alerts you to potential severe weather approaching your area. It  
doesn’t mean severe weather will occur, but that the right conditions exist  
which could lead to severe storms. You should be prepared for deteriorating  
weather.  
• A warning states the severe weather is imminent or present in your vicinity.  
You should immediately take precautions to protect yourself and your  
family.  
How can I adapt my weather alert radio for special needs?  
You can use your weather alert radio with a universal interface or modules that  
trigger a siren and/or flash lights when an alert is received. See “Connecting an  
External Alert” on page 15 for more information.  
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Why can’t I receive the test signal from NOAA?  
By default your weather alert radio does not receive test alerts. For information  
about turning on test alerts, see “Set Alerts” on page 14.  
When programming alerts, keep in mind that although NOAA is a national  
organization, test alerts are sent locally. Some local services send test signals  
out once a month instead of once a week. Other local services do not send out  
any test alerts other than seasonal alerts (hurricane, tornado, etc.). Check with  
your local weather service to find out their testing frequency.  
If you are on the right frequency and a signal was sent, you might need to try a  
different location for the radio, such as near a window and away from any other  
audio equipment, or you may need an external antenna.  
Should the radio pick up a weather broadcast all of the time?  
The weather service broadcasts constantly. If you cannot pick up any weather  
on the right frequency.  
If you are on the correct frequency and do not get a signal, try moving your  
weather radio. If you are in a metal building or in a weak signal area, you may  
need to use an external antenna. See “Connect Antenna” on page 7 for more  
information.  
What is SKYWARN?  
SKYWARN is a nationwide program, sponsored by the National Weather  
Service, which consists of specifically trained volunteers by the NWS to observe  
and report on developing or occurring severe weather.  
How do I know the Skywarn channels available in my area?  
You can check the Skywarn channels available at your area online at  
Why is the radio silent when I turn on the Skywarn mode?  
A muting function is implemented for Skywarn operation to avoid excessive  
noise to be heard. When no signal is available at the Skywarn frequency  
selected, nothing will be heard.  
How do I charge the batteries?  
To charge the rechargeable batteries, the unit should be powered by AC  
Adapter and the RCH/ALK switch inside the battery compartment should be  
switched to RCH. Please note that RCH must NOT be selected when alkaline  
batteries are used.  
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Specifications  
Weather Radio Bands  
Channel 1 ................................................................................................................................162.400 MHz  
Channel 2 ................................................................................................................................162.425 MHz  
Channel 3 ................................................................................................................................162.450 MHz  
Channel 4 ................................................................................................................................162.475 MHz  
Channel 5 ................................................................................................................................162.500 MHz  
Channel 6 ................................................................................................................................162.525 MHz  
Channel 7 ................................................................................................................................162.550 MHz  
Skywarn Bands  
VHF Band ...............................................................................................................144.390 – 148.000 MHz  
UHF Band...............................................................................................................441.000 – 452.000 MHz  
Radio Frequency Range  
AM Band............................................................................................................530 – 1710 kHz  
FM Band........................................................................................................87.5 – 108.1 MHz  
Receiver Sensitivity  
Weather Radio Band .........................................................................................................................0.3 µV  
Skywarn Band......................................................................................................................... ………0.3 uV  
AM Band..................................................................................................................................... 2200 uV/m  
FM Band................................................................................................................................................6 uV  
FIPS codes sensitivity ........................................................................................................................0.3 µV  
Others  
Audio Output Power ................................................................................................................2 x 200 mW  
x
x
x
x
Dimensions (W×H×D) .............................................................8.7 2.6 5.8 inches (220 66 147 mm)  
Weight (without batteries) ...................................................................................................1.3 lbs (600 g)  
Power Requirement  
AC Adapter ............................................................................................ DC12V, 400mA (Center positive)  
Batteries ...............................................................................................................................6 AA Batteries  
Specifications above show the typical values. Specifications are subject to change and  
improvement without notice. Actual product may vary from the images found in this  
document.  
Care  
Keep the dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the radio  
only in normal temperature environments. Handle the radio carefully; do not  
drop it. Keep the radio away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth  
occasionally to keep it looking new.  
Service and Repair  
If your radio is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack  
store for assistance. To locate your nearest RadioShack, use the store locator  
and follow the menu options. Modifying or tampering with the radio internal  
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components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void  
your FCC authorization to operate it.  
FCC Information  
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 instal-  
lation. This equipment 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.  
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
•Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV technician for  
help.  
If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop  
using your equipment. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by  
RadioShack may cause interference and void the users authority to operate the  
equipment.  
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, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that  
may cause undesired operation.  
Product  
All-Hazards Weather Alert  
Clock Radio with Skywarn  
Model  
12-519  
Responsible  
Party  
RadioShack  
300 RadioShack Cir.  
Fort Worth, TX 76102  
Phone  
817-415-3200  
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Limited Warranty  
RadioShack warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use  
by the original purchaser for one (1) year after the date of purchase from a RadioShack-owned store  
or an authorized RadioShack franchisee or dealer. RADIOSHACK MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS  
WARRANTIES.  
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to abuse, misuse, failure  
to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, accident, Acts of God (such  
as floods or lightning), or excess voltage or current; (b) improper or incorrectly performed repairs  
by persons who are not a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or  
batteries; (d) ordinary wear and tear or cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance  
costs; (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service, adjustment or reinstallation; and (g)  
claims by persons other than the original purchaser.  
Should a problem occur that is covered by this warranty, take the product and the RadioShack sales  
receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store in the U.S. RadioShack will, at its option,  
unless otherwise provided by law: (a) repair the product without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace  
the product with the same or a comparable product; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts  
and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or  
reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or  
replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be  
charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period.  
RADIOSHACK EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS NOT STATED IN THIS  
LIMITED WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW, INCLUDING  
THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND, IF APPLICABLE, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY  
OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL EXPIRE ON THE EXPIRATION OF THE STATED  
WARRANTY PERIOD.  
EXCEPT AS DESCRIBED ABOVE, RADIOSHACK SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY  
TO THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO  
ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE  
OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT  
NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE AND ANY LOSS OF  
TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT AND ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RADIOSHACK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY  
OF SUCH DAMAGES.  
Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or  
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions 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. You may contact RadioShack at:  
RadioShack Customer Relations  
300 RadioShack Circle, Fort Worth, TX 76102  
04/08  
Protect the environment by recyclying your used electronics. Go to  
E-CyclingCentral.com to find an electronic recycling center near you.  
AO0357ABA1  
©2009. RadioShack Corporation.  
Printed  
in China  
07A09  
12-519  
All rights reserved. RadioShack and RadioShack.com are  
trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation.  

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