Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit 74-200 du fabricant Midland Radio
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Model 74 - 200 Digital Weather Receiver with NWR - SAME decoding and Digital clock with alarm.
2 PRODUCT INFORMATION The 74 - 200 N.W.R./ S.A.M.E. (National Weather Radio/Specific Area Message Encoding) Weather / All Hazard Monitor provides you with c onstant monitoring of your local National Weather Service broadcast for messages warning you of hazardous conditions.
3 maximum reception possibl e (in areas where available) • Alert monitor system receives NWR/SAME codes transmitted by National Weather Service stations warning of dangerous weather conditions and other general hazards. The SAME codes designate which counties or parts of counties are a ffected by the individual message.
4 reception - up to 50 miles. Antenna folds down for easy transport. • Fully Variable Volume Control – Adjusts audio output. • Alert siren volume adjustable for maximum flexibility.
5 enables and disables the alert siren and external alert signals. When Alert is off, only the LED indicators are active. 3. Off Bar button – this switch cancels alert siren sounds and any external alert features when alert is active.
6 display automatically switches to display messages from the SAME decoder when they are received. 11. SET button – Press this button to switch from display to set mode in time, date or alarm time display modes. Characters will flash in set mode. Use the other three adjacent buttons to change settings.
7 technique called SAME (Specific Area Message Encoding). The Midland 74 - 200 7 - channel weather/ all hazards monitor is designed to receive these SAME transmissions.
8 Install a 9 - volt alkaline battery (Everead y 522 or equivalent, not supplied). Observe the battery polarity (+ and - ). Replace the battery cover. (Rechargeable batteries are not recommended because the 74 - 200 will not charge the battery.
9 NOTE: The National Weather Radio service operates Weather B roadcast systems covering a large area of the United States. Some areas are not included. Check the directory enclosed for weather broadcast availability. Your 74 - 200 can receive broadcasts from the Weather Stations up to 50 miles.
10 like 529047. Acquiring FIPS codes for Your Area: The FIPS codes can be found by calling the NWS toll free number 1 - 888 - NWS - SAME (1 - 888 - 697 - 7263) Automated instructions will guide you to the numbers you need. The FIPS codes and much more information can be found by way of the Internet at www.
11 the number fairly quick but you have the option to have it read back to you so you can get the whole number. Remember the number will be six digits long. Setting the Clock, Alarm and Calendar CLOCK 1. Press and release the “Display Mode” button until “Time” is displayed in the uppe r left corner of the display.
12 1. Press and release the “DISP. MODE” button until “AL Time” is displayed in the upper left corner of the display. 2. Press and release the set button. The display will begin flashing. Press and release the “Hour / Date” button to change the Hour.
13 channel button corresponding to the frequency of your NOAA weather broadcast station. If you find there is more than one broadcast station in your area, be sure that station will broadcast your county code. To confirm this listen to the broadcast associated with the weekly test.
14 Changing the Alert Pattern The alert tone is a high low alternating sound. The speed of the tones depends on if the 74 - 200 received a watch or warning.
15 NOTE: The 74 - 200 has enough memory to stor e 15 “FIPS” codes. The next display after VOICE/ALERT will display six numbers. These numbers will determine the areas or counties that your 74 - 200 will be set to respond to SAME messages. See “Acquiring FIPS Codes for Your Area” for how and where to fin d the codes for your area.
16 to review all memory locations you desire. All empt y memory locations will be “000000”. When finished reviewing the “FIPS” codes press and release the program button. ALL County Code To cause the 74 - 200 to receive all SAME messages without regard to area, enter the code “999999.
17 received. The 74 - 200 provides a switch closure to signal other devices at the EXT. ALERT jack when the radio recei ves an alert. The output is compatible with home automation devices from suppliers like X - 10 and others. Connect the positive lead of the interface to the tip of the 1 / 8 inch (3.
18 THUNDERS WATCH Watch SEVERE THUNDERS WARNING S evere thunderstorm warning Very fast siren FLASH FLOOD WATCH Flash flood watch Fast siren FLASH FLOOD WARNING Flash flood warning Very fast siren FLOO.
19 SPECIAL MARINE WARNING Special marine warning Very fast siren AVALANCH WATCH Avalanche watch Fast siren AVALANCH WARNING Avalanche warning Very fast siren EARTHQUA WARNING Earthquake Warning VeryF .
20 TUNE TV Oth er warning message not defined Very fast siren LOCAL AREA EMERGNCY Local area emergency Very fast siren SEVERE WEATHER STATEMEN Severe weather statement Beeps SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMEN S.
21 to let everyone with weather monitor receivers verify the operation of their equipment. To find out the test schedule of for y our area, contact the local NOAA or NWS office. Look for the number under US Government, Department of Commerce. The following alert descriptions are for testing only.
22 Back Light of the Display When the AC to DC adapter is used the display back light is always on. When only the backup battery is used to power your 74 - 200, pressing and releasing the “SNOOZE” button will turn on the back light for about 5 seconds.
23 If you are using an external antenna, ensure that it is connected properly. Ensure that the radio is set to the NOAA weather channel in use in your area. Con tact NOAA to ensure they are presently broadcasting. One or more FIPS codes are stored in memory but the radio responds to alerts for areas other than those for the codes stored.
24 NOTES AND MAINTENANCE 1. The typical weather (162MHz) reception distance will range from 25 - 50 miles depending on your location and conditions of weather, te rrain, etc. Also, some Weather Stations operate at much higher power levels than others and have their transmitting towers on the top of high buildings or hills.
25 structure preventing reception. Put your 74 - 200 near a wind ow. If this doesn't provide reasonable reception - then an outside antenna must be used. One suggested antenna is the Midland 18 - 259W VHF through - glass antenna. This antenna must be used on single pane windows only.
26 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications are nominal and subject to change. GENERAL Frequency Range (162.4O, 162.425, 162.45, 162.475, 162.50, 162.525, 162.55MHz) Numb er of WX Channels …………….7 Input Voltage .........................................
27 SERVICE: If it ever becomes necessary to return your 74 - 200 for service: 1. Pack the unit in its original box and packing. Pack the original box in a suitable shipping carton along with the following. Improper packing may result in damage during shipment.
28 ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Midland Radio Corp oration will repair or replace, at its option without charge, your 74 - 200 weather alert radio which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year following the initial consumer purchase.
29 Midland Radio Corporation 1120 Clay St. N. Kansas City, Mo. 64116 Printed in China E - mail: mail@midlandradio.com visit us at http://www.midlandradio.com No te: Features & Specifications are subject to Change without notice. MIDLAND is not responsible for unintentional errors or omissions on its packaging.
30 FIPS codes Use this space to record the FIPS codes you have programmed into your 74 - 200 - weather monitor . 1._____________ 2._____________ 3._____________ 4._____________ 5._____________ 6._____________ 7._____________ 8._____________ 9._____________ 10.
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Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Midland Radio 74-200 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Midland Radio 74-200 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Midland Radio 74-200, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Midland Radio 74-200 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Midland Radio 74-200, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Midland Radio 74-200.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Midland Radio 74-200. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Midland Radio 74-200 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
