Radio Shack 12-521 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing your All-Hazards Desktop Weather Alert Radio from
RadioShack. It receives seven NOAA weather channels and notifies you of
weather information broadcast on these channels. Please read this user’s guide
before installing, setting up and using your new radio.
User’s Guide
12-521
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Weather Alert Radio
AC Adapter
User’s Guide
Quick Start Guide
All-Hazards Desktop Weather Alert Radio
What’s Included
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Radio Shack 12-521 Specifications

General

Brand	Radio Shack
Model	12-521
Category	Weather Radio
Language	English

Summary

Setup

Features

Overview of the radio's main components, alert indicators, and control buttons.

Powering Your Weather Alert Radio

Instructions on connecting the AC adapter and installing batteries for power.

Settings

Setting Channels

Guide to selecting the correct NOAA weather broadcast channel.

Setting the Alert Mode

Instructions for choosing between VOICE and TONE alert modes.

Setting Daytime and Nighttime Alert Volume

Adjusting alert volumes for different times of day.

Setting the Clock and Alarm

Programming

Programming Locations and SAME Codes

Setting up specific geographic locations and their FIPS codes for alerts.

Using Your Radio

Programming Alerts

Customizing which types of NWS alerts the radio will receive.

Restoring Factory Default Settings

Steps to reset the radio to its original factory settings.

Connecting to an External System

Turning Audible Alerts On or Off

Frequent Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are FIPS codes?

How do I test my radio?

Procedure for testing the radio's alert reception functionality.

How can I adapt my weather alert radio for special needs?

Why wouldn't I receive the test signal from NOAA?