Radio Shack 12-519 - User Manual

12-519
User’s Guide
Thank you for purchasing your All-Hazards Weather Alert Clock Radio with
Skywarn from RadioShack. Please read this user’s guide before installing, setting
up, and using your new weather radio.
All-Hazards Weather Alert Clock Radio with Skywarn

Summary

Setup

Radio Components and Overview

Overview of radio components and controls.

Radio Power and Battery Installation

Instructions for powering the radio and installing backup batteries.

Basic Operation

AM;FM Radio Tuning and Scanning

NOAA Weather Channel Reception

How to listen to NOAA weather channels and scan for signals.

Viewing and Configuring Weather Alerts

Skywarn Functionality

Skywarn Channel Programming and Monitoring

Advanced Operation

Advanced Radio Settings Customization

Signal Reminders and SAME Code Configuration

Configuring signal reminders and programming SAME codes for region-specific alerts.

Alert Options, Volume, and Display Settings

Audible Alerts, External Devices, and Factory Reset

Managing audible alerts, connecting external devices, and restoring factory default settings.

Additional Information

National Weather Service Alert Codes

FIPS Codes, SAME Signals, and Alert Interpretation

Explains FIPS codes, SAME signals, alert types, and unrecognized alerts.

Radio Testing and Operational Guidance

Specifications

Radio Technical Specifications Summary

FCC Information

FCC Compliance and Product Identification

Limited Warranty

Product Warranty Terms and Service

Details on warranty coverage, exclusions, service, and customer rights.

Radio Shack 12-519 Specifications

General

Brand	Radio Shack
Model	12-519
Category	Clock Radio
Display	LED
Power Source	AC
Backup Battery	Yes
Alarm Type	Buzzer
Radio Band	AM/FM