Radio Shack Weather Alert Radio - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Part 3; Troubleshooting Radio Response

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FAQ
Should the radio pick up a weather broadcast all of the time?
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The weather radio is not responding properly to NWS weather alert
broadcasts
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What does 0:29 (or similar) on the display mean?
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