Oregon Scientific WR608 User manual

Desktop Emergency Alert Radio
Model: WR608
USER MANUAL

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Desktop Emergency Alert Radio
MODEL: WR608
USER MANUAL
CONTENTS
Introduction ...................................................................2
About the National Weather Radio System ................2
Consumer Electronics Assoc. (CEA) ..........................2
Product overview ..........................................................3
Front view ................................................................3
Back view .................................................................4
Getting started ...............................................................4
Main unit installation ................................................4
Display modes ...............................................................4
Clock display ............................................................4
Radio status display ................................................5
Reception signal status ................................................5
NOAA alert messages ...................................................5
Message codes used by the NWR ...........................5
Set up radio to receive NOAA alert Messages .........6
Finding local channels & SAME codes ....................6
Channels ........................................................................7
About radio channels ...............................................7
Setting the radio channel .........................................7
Locations .......................................................................7
Setting the location ..................................................7
Activate / deactivate location ...................................8
SAME code – What each digit means .....................9
Reception test ...............................................................9
Reception problems and solutions ...........................10
Many things affect reception! .................................10
Interpreting NOAA alert messages ............................10
Clock & calendar .........................................................14
Alarm ............................................................................14
Radio volume ...............................................................14
External speaker jack .................................................14
Backlight ......................................................................14
Reset system ...............................................................15
Precautions ..................................................................15
Specifications ..............................................................16
About Oregon Scientific .............................................16
FCC Statement ............................................................16

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Oregon ScientificTM Desktop
Emergency Alert Radio (WR608). This device operates on
the same radio frequencies used by the National Weather
Radio (NWR) and can send you NOAA alert messages to
warn you about weather and other environmental dangers.
Equipped with digital clock and daily alarms, this weather
radio is a practical and useful addition to any home.
Keep this manual handy as you use your new product. It
contains practical step-by-step instructions, as well as
technical specifications and warnings you should know.
ABOUT THE NATIONAL WEATHER RADIO SYSTEM
The National Weather Service (NWS) is an agency within
the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
that operates a nationwide network of radio stations known
as the NOAA Weather Radio (NWR). The NWR radio system
broadcasts warning information for all types of hazards,
both natural and technological. Working in conjunction with
the Emergency Alert System (EAS), NWR is an all-in-one
hazards radio network and is considered to be the single
source of all comprehensive weather and emergency
information.
A nationwide network, the NWR consists of more than 800
stations in the United States, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin
Islands and US Pacific Territories. Broadcasts are designed
to meet local needs. Routine programming is repeated
every few minutes and consists of local forecast, regional
conditions and marine forecasts.
Additional information, including river stages and climatic
data, is also provided. During emergencies, these routine
broadcasts are interrupted to report specific warnings.
CONSUMER ELECTRONICS ASSOC. (CEA)
This product complies with the Consumer Electronics
Association (CEA) testing standards.

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
FRONT VIEW
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1. : radio channel
2. / / : NOAA
On / NOAA Standby / NOAA Mute (only messages will
be displayed)
3. : battery level indicator
4. : keypad is locked
5. : NOAA reception signal indicator
6. STATE / COUNTY: Code of State / County
7. Antenna
8. LED warning
9. MENU: switch between display modes (clock / calendar
/ alarm 1 / 2); enter setting mode; confirm setting
10. NOAA: toggle between NOAA On / Standby / Mute /
Off; turn off NOAA display; switch NOAA ON (from mute
mode) if SAME message received
11. EXIT: exit any display or setting
12. MSG: toggle between SAME messages; lock / unlock
keypad
13. LIGHT / SNOOZE: turn on backlight for 5 seconds
14. <<WARNING>> / <WATCH> / ADVISORY: indicates
type of message displayed
15. / : alarm 1 / 2 enabled
16. CHANNEL / LOCATION / ALARM / CLOCK: indicates
type of information displayed
17. / : increase / decrease value of the setting;
increase / decrease radio volume; enable / disable
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BACK VIEW
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1. Wall mount holes
2. EXT:external antenna jack
3. SP: external speaker jack
4. AC / DC adapter jack
5. Battery compartment
6. RESET: reset unit to default settings
GETTING STARTED
MAIN UNIT INSTALLATION
• Plug AC/DC adapter into socket. Make sure the adapter
is not obstructed and is easily accessible to the unit.
To completely disconnect from power, the adapter should be
disconnected from the main unit.
NOTE The main unit and adapter should not be exposed to
wet conditions. No objects filled with liquid, such as vases,
should be placed on the main unit and adapter.
Insert batteries:
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities.
indicates battery is low.
NOTE Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine or fire.
DISPLAY MODES
There are 2 display modes:
1. Clock mode
2. Radio status mode
CLOCK DISPLAY
To switch between the clock mode displays, press MENU.
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Current date Alarm 2
RADIO STATUS DISPLAY
To switch between the radio status mode displays, press
NOAA.
NOAA OFF NOAA Standby
NOAA ON NOAA Mute
NOTE Leaving the radio in NOAA ON mode will consume
substantially more power. To save power, set the unit
to NOAA Standby when you are not listening to radio
broadcasts.
RECEPTION SIGNAL STATUS
Press NOAA to enter radio mode.
To check the status of the reception signal, look at the
reception icon on the display.
ICON DESCRIPTION
Current selected channel signal is strong
Current selected channel signal is weak
No NOAA alert message has been received for
10 days. Current selected channel signal is weak
No NOAA alert message has been received
for 10 days. Current selected channel signal is
strong
NOTE When the radio is set to NOAA ON, Standby or
Mute, it will continually search for a NOAA signal.
NOAA ALERT MESSAGES
MESSAGE CODES USED BY THE NWR
When the NWR airs urgent warnings, a digital code known
as Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) is included
as part of the message. This coding system contains
specific information including the localized geographical
area affected and the expiration time of the message. The
WR608 retrieves and interprets SAME code messages and
alerts the user. When SAME codes for a specific region
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relevant warning information for the specified region. Once
alerted, a voice broadcast can be heard.
SET UP RADIO TO RECEIVE NOAA ALERT
MESSAGES
To receive a NOAA alert message, press NOAA to set the
radio to one of the following options:
• Radio ON [ ]: The radio is ON and voice
messages can be heard continuously.
• Radio Standby [ ]: The radio is in Standby and will
switch to ON when a NOAA alert message is received.
• Radio Mute [ ]: The radio is in Standby with the
sound turned OFF. NOAA alert messages can be viewed
but not heard. Switch the radio ON to hear messages.
• Radio OFF: The radio is turned OFF and will not
respond to NOAA alert messages.
Turning the radio to Standby, Mute or OFF will help to save
power.
FINDING LOCAL CHANNELS & SAME CODES
The codes are subject to change. Therefore, to ensure
successful operation you must obtain the most appropriate,
up-to-date NWR radio channels and SAME codes for a
specific county or region, from the contact details listed
below.
To contact the NWS by telephone:
1. Phone 1-888-NWR-SAME (1-888-697-7263).
2. Follow prompts through a simple voice menu.
To obtain NWS radio channels and SAME codes on the
internet:
1. Locate www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm
2. Click the State for which information is needed.
For example, clicking on “Montana” will give a list of
information relevant to the State of Montana including the
names of counties, SAME codes, NWR transmitter locations,
the frequency of the transmitter, the strength of the signal in
WATTS, and any remarks as applicable.
Example of the first 10 county radio channels and SAME
codes for Montana.
COUNTY SAME# NWR
TRANSMITTER
FREQ.
MHZ CALL WATTS REMARKS
Beaverhead 030001 Butte, MT 162.550 WXL79 100
Beaverhead 030001 Dillon, MT 162.475 WNG638 150
Big Hom 030003 Billings, MT 162.550 WXL27 300
Blaine 030005 Havre, MT 162.400 WXL53 300
Blaine 030005 Billingd MT 162.475 WWG85 100
Broadwater 030007 Helena, MT 162.400 WXK66 1000
Carbon 030009 Billings MT 162.550 WXL27 300
Carter 030011 Baker, MT 162.550 WXK57 300 N
Cascade 030013 Great Falls
MT 162.550 WXJ43 300
Chouteau 030015 Miles Hill,
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NOTE Many counties have been subdivided into as many
as 9 smaller subsections. The numbers 1-9 in the far left
column of the SAME code identifies specific subsections of
a county. If a county has not been subdivided, the first digit
of the SAME code will be 0.
CHANNELS
ABOUT RADIO CHANNELS
The NWR radio channels work in the same way as a regular
radio channel. All of the NWR transmission stations operate
on 1 of 7 frequencies.
CHANNEL CORRESPONDING RADIO FREQUENCY
1 162.400 MHz
2 162.425 MHz
3 162.450 MHz
4 162.475 MHz
5 162.500 MHz
6 162.525 MHz
7 162.550 MHz
AAuto – the unit will tune to the strongest RF
signal available
The unit labels each frequency as a channel (1-7 or Auto).
Once the radio frequency for a region has been selected
the unit will receive voice and code information from that
station.
The channel number in use can be viewed on the top left-
hand corner of the LCD.
SETTING THE RADIO CHANNEL
To change the radio channel:
1. Press and hold MENU to enter setting mode.
2. Press / to navigate to “Set Channel”, press
MENU to confirm.
3. Press / to select suitable channel for your area
(1-7 or Auto), e.g., select Channel 1 (162.400 MHz) for
Broadwater, Montana.
4. Press EXIT twice to return to default clock display. Top
left corner of the LCD will display the selected channel.
LOCATIONS
SETTING THE LOCATION
You need to set the location so that you can receive weather
and environmental information for an area that is relevant
to you.
You can choose the location by either the state and county
name, or FIPS code. Up to 9 locations (1-9) can be stored.
NOTE If you do not set a location, the radio will use the
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To set the location:
1. Press and hold MENU to enter setting mode.
2. Press to navigate to “Set Location” and press MENU
to confirm.
3. “CO:ALL” or “CO:---“ will be displayed. Press MENU,
characters on the right will flash. Press / to
select “ALL” (receive all warnings) or “---“ (disable the
ALL option), press MENU to confirm selection.
4. Digit next to C will flash. Press / to select where
you want to store the location, e.g., C1. Press MENU to
confirm. The 6 digits will flash.
5. Press MENU. NAME / FIPS will flash. (Select either
option a or b below)
a. To program by State / County name:
i. Press MENU to enter setting options.
ii. Press / to navigate to state and press
MENU to confirm. Repeat for county.
iii. Press to navigate to next storage location
(e.g., C2) and press MENU to confirm. Repeat
steps i-iii.
b. To program by SAME code from the NWS:
i. Press to navigate to FIPS and press MENU
to enter setting options.
ii. Press / repeatedly to select number
and press MENU to confirm and move to the
next digit.
iii. Repeat step ii for all digits.
iv. After all digits have been confirmed, storage
location (e.g., C1) will flash. Press to
navigate to next storage location and press
MENU to confirm. Repeat steps ii – iii.
Once all desired codes have been stored, press EXIT twice
to return to default clock display.
NOTE If at step 3 you select “C0:All” you will receive all
warnings within the unit’s reception range. This may result in
giving you information for regions that are not relevant. The
regions can be as large as 5,000 square miles (13 sq km). If
you select “CO:----” you will disable the ALL option and will
only receive warnings from specified local areas.
NOTE Once the location name is selected, the
corresponding FIPS code will be set into the memory.
You cannot convert the code back to the location name.
(FIPS is the Federal Information Processing System number
assigned to each State, or open waters in or around the US.
The SAME code comprises of numbers generated by the
FIPS system.)
ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE LOCATION
You can activate / deactivate 1, some, or all of your stored
locations.
When a location is activated,
the 6-digit SAME code can be
viewed in your stored locations
display.
When a location is deactivated,
“----” can be viewed in your
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To switch between activated or deactivated location
status:
1. Press and hold MENU to enter setting mode.
2. Press to navigate to “Set Location” and press MENU
to confirm.
3. Press to navigate to a stored location e.g. C4 and
press MENU.
4. When 6 digit SAME code or “----” is blinking, press
or to activate or deactivate it and press MENU to
confirm the setting.
Press EXIT to leave the setting mode at any time.
SAME CODE – WHAT EACH DIGIT MEANS
A SAME code is broken into 6 fields of numbers.
3 04 003
Code for Cochise County
Code for Arizona
Code for northeast sub-section of Cochise County
County code for Cochise County, Arizona
State-county coding:
The 3 digits on the far right refer to the state county coding.
Each county within a state will have an independent 3-digit
code.
NOTE To receive all of the alerts for a given state, insert
000 into the county section.
State codes:
Moving towards the left, the next 2 digits are for state coding.
Each of the 50 U.S. States has their own 2-digit code.
County sub-section code:
The last digit on the far left is the county subsection. A county
may be sub-divided into nine sub-sections; each number
between (1-9) represents a specific county sub-section.
NOTE If the county sub-section code is stated as 0, then
that county is not sub-divided and all alerts for that county
will be received. To receive all of the alerts for a given
county, insert 0 into the county sub-section.
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
A county can be subdivided as follows:
1 Northwest
2 North Central
3 Northeast
4 West Central
5 Central
6 East Central
7 Southwest
8 South Central
9 Southeast
RECEPTION TEST
The fact that you can get clear voice reception does not
guarantee that an emergency alert will trigger your unit’s
alert tone. To test actual reception, your unit must receive a
test or emergency alert signal broadcast.
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alert every week on Wednesday between 10AM and 12PM
(noon). To receive the test message make sure that your
radio is set to NOAA ON, NOAA Standby or NOAA Mute
mode, that a Channel has been selected and a SAME code
programmed in.
To find out the specific test schedule in your area, contact
your local National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA) or National Weather Service (NWR) office. These
offices are usually listed in the telephone book under “US
Government”.
If you have any questions regarding alarm tests or to verify
if a test was conducted, contact the programming office of
your local NOAA Weather Radio station.
REMEMBER For your system to be effective, you must
place the emergency radio in a location where it can receive
an emergency alert signal, you can hear its siren, and see
its flashing indicator lights.
RECEPTION PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS
MANY THINGS AFFECT RECEPTION!
RECOMMENDATION
INTERPRETING NOAA ALERT MESSAGES
This product is equipped to receive all required NOAA and
Emergency Alert System (EAS) events. When an EAS
event is sent by the NWS, any 1 of the following NOAA alert
messages will be displayed on your radio: “WARNING”,
“WATCH”, or “ADVISORY”. The unit can store up to 8 NOAA
alert messages.
To view NOAA alert messages, press MSG.
For more information on how to interpret the NOAA alert
messages, please refer to the list of National Events and
Messages below:
Forests, deserts, and hills / mountains tend to greatly reduce
reception. Metal roofs on homes or buildings may limit
reception indoors for transmissions and alerts. Reception
in cities may be reduced due to steel and concrete, while
higher elevations will enhance the signal. Reception can
vary from room to room. Moving even a few feet can
enhance signal reception.
Place the your weather radio near
a window, away from other electronic equipment, and on an
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NATURE OF ACTIVATION SPANISH FRENCH MESSAGE
Administrative Message Mensaje administrativo Message administratif ADVISORY
Avalanche Watch Vigilancia de avalancha Veille d'avalanche WATCH
Avalanche Warning Aviso de avalancha Alerte d'avalanche WARNING
Biological Hazard Warning Aviso de riesgo biológico Alerte risque biologique WARNING
Boil Water Warning Aviso de hervir agua Alerte d'ébullition de l'eau WARNING
Blizzard Warning Aviso de ventisca Alerte de blizzard WARNING
Child Abduction Emergency Emergencia de secuestro de
menores Alerte de rapt d'enfant ADVISORY
Civil Danger Warning Aviso de peligro civil Alerte de danger civil WARNING
Civil Emergency Message Mensaje de emergencia civil Message d'urgence civile WARNING
Coastal Flood Watch Vigilancia de inundaciones costeras Veille d'inondation côtière WATCH
Coastal Flood Warning Aviso de inundaciones costeras Alerte d'inondation côtière WARNING
Chemical Hazard Warning Aviso de riesgo químico Alerte de risque chimique WARNING
Contaminated Water Warning Alerta de Agua Contaminada Alerte de contamination de l'eau WARNING
Dam Watch Vigilancia de represa Veille de barrage WATCH
Dam Break Warning Aviso de rompimiento de represa Alerte de rupture de barrage WARNING
Contagious Disease Warning Aviso de enfermedad contagiosa Alerte de maladie contagieuse WARNING
Practice / Demo Práctica/Demostración Exercice/demonstration ADVISORY
Dust Storm Warning Aviso de vendaval de polvo Alerte de tempête de poussière WARNING
Emergency Action Notification Anuncio de acción urgente Notification d'action urgente WARNING
Emergency Action Termination Fin de acción urgente Fin d'action urgente ADVISORY
Earthquake Warning Aviso de terremoto Alerte de tremblement de terre WARNING
Immediate Evacuation Evacuación inmediata Évacuation immediate WARNING
Evacuation Watch Vigilancia de evacuación Veille d'évacuation WATCH
Food Contamination Warning Aviso de contaminación de
alimentos Alerte de contamination d'aliments WARNING
Flash Flood Watch Vigilancia de inundaciones
relámpago Veille de crue subite WATCH

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Flash Flood Statement Advertencia de inundaciones
relámpago Bulletin spécial de crue subite ADVISORY
Flash Flood Warning Aviso de inundaciones relámpago Alerte de crue subite WARNING
Flood Watch Vigilancia de inundación Veille d'inondation WATCH
Flood Statement Advertencia de inundación Bulletin spécial de risque
d'inondation ADVISORY
Flood Warning Aviso de inundación Alerte d'inondation WARNING
Fire Warning Aviso de incendio Alerte de feu WARNING
Flash Freeze Warning Aviso de helada repentina Alerte de gel soudain WARNING
Freeze Warning Aviso de helada Alerte de gel WARNING
Hurricane Statement Advertencia de huracán Avis d'ouragan ADVISORY
Hazardous Materials Warning Aviso de materiales peligrosos Alerte de matières dangereuses WARNING
Hurricane Watch Vigilancia de huracán Veille d'ouragan WATCH
Hurricane Warning Aviso de huracán Alerte d'ouragan WARNING
High Wind Watch Vigilancia de vientos fuertes Veille de coup vent WATCH
High Wind Warning Aviso de vientos fuertes Alerte de coup vent WARNING
Iceberg Warning Aviso de témpano de hielo Alerte d'iceberg WARNING
Industrial Fire Warning Aviso de incendio industrial Alerte de feu industriel WARNING
Local Area Emergency Emergencia de área local Urgence locale ADVISORY
Law Enforcement Warning Aviso de las autoridades de la ley Alerte des forces de l'ordre WARNING
Land Slide Warning Aviso de deslizamiento de tierra Alerte de glissement de terrain WARNING
National Audible Test Prueba nacional de audibilidad Essai Audible National ADVISORY
National Information Center Mensaje del National Information
Center
Message du centre national
d’information ADVISORY
Network Notification Anuncio de mensaje en red Notification de message réseau ADVISORY
National Periodic Test Prueba periódica nacional Essai périodique national ADVISORY
National Silent Test Prueba nacional de silencio Essai national de silence ADVISORY
Nuclear Power Plant Warning Aviso de riesgo nuclear Alerte de centrale nucléaire WARNING
Power Outage Advisory Notificación de interrupción eléctrica Avis d'une panne d'électricité ADVISORY

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Radiological Hazard Warning Aviso de peligro radiológico Alerte de risque radiologique WARNING
Required Monthly Test Prueba mensual obligatoria Test mensuel obligatoire ADVISORY
Required Weekly Test Prueba semanal obligatoria Test hebdomadaire obligatoire ADVISORY
Special Marine Warning Aviso especial de la Marina Alerte martime spécial WARNING
Special Weather Statement Advertencia especial del estado del
tiempo Bulletin météorologique spécial ADVISORY
Shelter In-Place Warning Aviso de refugio Alerte d'abri sur place WARNING
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Vigilancia de tormenta electrica
severa Veille d'orage violent WATCH
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Aviso de tormenta electrica severa Alerte d'orage violent WARNING
Severe Weather Statement Advertencia de tiempo severo Bulletin météorologique violent ADVISORY
Tornado Watch Vigilancia de tornado Veille de tornade WATCH
911 Telephone Outage Emergency Interrupción telefónica 911 Interruption d'urgence service 911 ADVISORY
Tornado Warning Aviso de tornado Alerte de tornade WARNING
Tropical Storm Watch Vigilancia de tormenta tropical Veille de tempête tropicale WATCH
Tropical Storm Warning Aviso de tormenta tropical Alerte de tempête tropicale WARNING
Tsunami Watch Vigilancia de tsunami Veille de tsunami WATCH
Tsunami Warning Aviso de tsunami Alerte de tsunami WARNING
Volcano Warning Aviso de actividad volcánica Alerte d'éruption volcanique WARNING
Wild Fire Watch Vigilancia de incendio destructivo Veille de feu hors contrôle WATCH
Wild Fire Warning Aviso de incendio destructivo Alerte de feu hors contrôle WARNING
Winter Storm Watch Vigilancia de tormenta de nieve Veille de tempête de neige WATCH
Winter Storm Warning Aviso de tormenta de nieve Alerte de tempête de neige WARNING
Unrecognized Watch Vigilancia desconocida Veille inconnue WATCH
Unrecognized Emergency Emergencia desconocida Urgence inconnue ADVISORY
Unrecognized Statement Advertencia desconocida Risque inconnu ADVISORY
Unrecognized Warning Aviso desconocido Alerte inconnu WARNING

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NOTE The 4 “Unrecognized” messages above will
appear when a new NOAA alert message is created and
broadcasted. The unit will not be able to recognize the
message as it is not in the software database.
CLOCK & CALENDAR
To set the clock:
1. Press and hold MENU to enter setting mode.
2. Press to navigate to “Set Clock”, press MENU to
confirm.
3. Press / to change the settings.
4. Press MENU to confirm.
The order of the settings is:
• 12 / 24 hour format, hour, minute, month / day format,
year, month, day and day of the week language
(English, French or Spanish).
NOTE To reach a number quickly, press and hold / .
NOTE The language selected will also be used for the
NOAA alert messages.
ALARM
The unit has 2 alarms (alarm 1 and 2). They can be used
together or independently. Alarms 1 and 2 have different
sounds so that you can differentiate them. The alarm will
sound for 1 minute unless it is disabled.
To set the alarm(s):
1. Press and hold MENU to enter setting mode.
2. Press / to navigate to “Set Alarm”, press MENU
to confirm.
3. Press / to change the settings.
4. Press MENU to confirm.
The order of the settings is; alarm 1 or 2, hour and minute.
To silence the alarm:
• Press LIGHT / SNOOZE to silence it for 8 minutes
OR
• Press and hold LIGHT / SNOOZE, or press any button
except LIGHT / SNOOZE, to turn the alarm OFF and
activate it again at the same time the next day.
To enable or disable the alarm:
1. Press MENU until you reach alarm 1 or 2 display.
2. Press or to enable or disable the alarm. “-:--”
means disabled.
The alarm icon or will appear on the clock default
display when the alarm is enabled.
RADIO VOLUME
To set the radio volume:
1. In the clock display mode, set the radio to NOAA ON by
pressing NOAA.
2. Press or to adjust the volume. (Maximum volume
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EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK
The external speaker jack allows you to connect the radio
with an external speaker system so that braodcasts can be
announced in public areas i.e. schools, hotels, train stations
etc.
BACKLIGHT
Press LIGHT / SNOOZE to activate the backlight.
RESET SYSTEM
The RESET button is located in the main unit battery
compartment. Press RESET when you change the batteries
and whenever performance is not behaving as expected.
PRECAUTIONS
• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust,
temperature or humidity.
• Do not cover the ventilation holes with any items such
as newspapers, curtains etc.
• Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid over
it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive
materials.
• Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components. This
invalidates the warranty.
• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old
batteries.
• Images shown in this manual may differ from the actual
display.
• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected
separately for special treatment and not as normal
household waste.
• Placement of this product on certain types of wood
may result in damage to its finish for which Oregon
Scientific will not be responsible. Consult the furniture
manufacturer’s care instructions for information.
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced
without the permission of the manufacturer.
• Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal
waste. Collection of such waste separately for special
treatment is necessary.
• Please note that some units are equipped with a
battery safety strip. Remove the strip from the battery
compartment before first use.
NOTE The technical specifications for this product and the
contents of the user manual are subject to change without
notice.
NOTE Features and accessories will not be available in all
countries. For more information, please contact your local
retailer.

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SPECIFICATIONS
RADIO FUNCTIONS
Channels Digital PLL tuning for 7 NOAA
channels
SAME code setting
options
9 independent settings or ALL
counties
RF reception range 50 miles (64 km)
Volume 7 adjustment levels
TIME FUNCTIONS
Clock 12 / 24 hr format
Calendar
DD:MM:YYYY or MM:DD:YYYY
format
Day of the week language in
English, French or Spanish
Daily alarm 2 x 1-minute duration alarms
Snooze 8-minute snooze
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Battery type 3 x UM-3 or AA size 1.5V
AC / DC adapter 9V
Unit dimensions 6.9 x 4.3 x 1.7 in (175 x 110 x
43 mm)
Unit weight 7.1 oz (200g) without batteries
Operating temp 23°F to 122°F (-5°C to 50°C)
ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC
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more about Oregon Scientific products. If you’re in the US
and would like to contact our Customer Care department
directly, please visit: www2.oregonscientific.com/service/
support.asp
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FCC STATEMENT
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.
WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE 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 installation.
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

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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 the dealer or an experienced radio / TV
technician for help.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The following information is not to be used as contact
for support or sales. Please visit our website at www2.
oregonscientific.com/service for all enquiries.
We
Name: Oregon Scientific, Inc.
Address: 19861 SW 95th Ave.,Tualatin,
Oregon 97062 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-853-8883
declare that the product
Product No.: WR608
Product Name: Desktop Emergency Alert Radio
Manufacturer: IDT Technology Limited
Address: Block C, 9/F, Kaiser Estate,
Phase 1,41 Man Yue St.,
Hung Hom, Kowloon,
Hong Kong
is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may
not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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Radio d’Alertes d’Urgence de Bureau
MODELE : WR608
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
CONTENU
Introduction ...................................................................2
A propos du Système Radio Météo National (NWR ...2
Assoc. des Produits de Consommation
Electroniques (CEA) ....................................................2
Description Générale ...................................................3
Vue avant ................................................................3
Vue arrière ..............................................................4
Guide de démarrage ....................................................4
Installation de l’unité principale ...............................4
Modes d’affichage ........................................................4
Affichage de l’heure ................................................4
Affichage de l’etat de la radio ...................................5
État du signal de réception ..........................................5
Messages d’alerte NOAA ..............................................5
Codes de message utilisés par NWR .....................5
Réglage de la radio pour recevoir les
messages d’alerte NOAA .........................................6
Comment trouver les chaines locales & les
codes SAME ............................................................6
Chaines .........................................................................7
A propos des chaines radio ......................................7
Réglage de la chaine radio ......................................7
Emplacements ..............................................................8
Réglage de l’emplacement .....................................8
Activer / désactiver l’emplacement .........................9
Code SAME– Ce que chaque chiffre veut dire .......9
Test de réception .........................................................10
Problèmes de réception et solutions .......................11
Les nombreuses choses affectent la réception! ....11
Interprétation des messages d’alerte NOAA ............11
Horloge & calendrier ..................................................15
Alarme .........................................................................15
Volume radio ................................................................16
Prise de haut-parleur externe ...................................16
Rétro-éclairage ...........................................................16
Système de remise a zéro ..........................................16
Précautions .................................................................16
Spécifications .............................................................17
À propos d’Oregon Scientific ...................................17

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INTRODUCTION
Merci d’avoir choisi la radio d’alertes d’urgence de bureau
d’Oregon ScientificTM (WR608). Cet appareil opère sur
les mêmes fréquences radio que celles utilisées par la
Radio Météo Nationale (NWR) et peut vous envoyer les
messages d’alerte à propos de la météo et d’autres dangers
écologiques. Équipée d’une horloge numérique et d’alarmes
journalières, cette radio météo est un ajout pratique et utile
à tout foyer.
Garder ce manuel à portée de main lors de l’utilisation de
votre nouvel appareil. Il contient des instructions pratique
pas-à-pas ainsi que les spécifications techniques et les
avertissements que vous devriez connaitre.
A PROPOS DU SYSTEME NATIONAL DE
RADIO METEO
Le Service Météorologique National (NWS) est une agence
au sein de National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration
(NOAA) qui opère un réseau national de stations radio
connu comme NOAA Weather Radio (NWR). Le system de
radio NWR émet de l’information d’alerte pour tous types de
danger, à la fois naturels et technologiques. En conjonction
avec le Système d’Alerte d’Urgence (Emergency Alert
System : EAS), NWR un réseau radio d’alertes tout-en-un et
est considéré comme la source unique de toute l’information
inclusive de météo et d’urgences.
Un réseau national, le NWR consiste en plus de 800 stations
aux États-Unis, à Porto Rico, dans les Iles Vierges US et
les Territoires US du Pacifique. Les émissions sont conçues
pour pourvoir aux besoins locaux. Un programme de routine
est répété à quelques minutes d’intervalle et consiste en des
prévisions locales, des conditions régionales et les bulletins
maritimes.
De l’information supplémentaire, y compris les niveaux
des rivières et les données climatiques, est aussi fournie.
Pendant les urgences, ces émissions de routine sont
interrompues pour rapporter des alertes spécifiques.
ASSOC. DES CONSOMMATEURS DE
PRODUITS ELECTRONIQUES (CEA)
Cet appareil est conforme aux standards de test de
l’Association des consommateurs de produits électroniques
(Consumer Electronics Association : CEA).