Weather X WF308 User manual
USER’S GUIDE
V:1045-0616-10
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WF308
Portable Weatherband Radio with Lantern
and Flashlight
Lithium batteries, like all rechargeable
batteries are recyclable and should be recycled or dis-
posed of in normal household waste. Contact your local
government for disposal or recycling practices in your
area. They should never be incinerated since they might
explode.
: Shock hazard - Do Not Open.
• AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE - NE PAS
OUVRIR
Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should
remain readily operable during intended use. In order
to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely,
the mains plug should be disconnected from the mains
socket outlet completely.
La prise du secteur est utilisé pour déconnecter le
système.
La prise du secteur ne doit pas être obstruée ou doit être
facilement accessible pendant son utilisation. Pour être
complètement déconnecté de l’alimentation d’entrée, la
prise doit être débranchée du secteur.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or recharge-
able (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
No mezcle baterías viejas y nuevas.
No mezcle baterías alcalinas, estándar (carbono-zinc) o
recargables (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.).
: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock,
do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Pour réduire le risque d’incendie
ou de choc électrique, ne pas exposer cet appareil sous la
pluie et l’humidité.
Use of any controls or adjustments or per-
formance of procedures other than those herein specied
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Changes or modications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Do not place the unit on top of any soft, po-
rous, or sensitive surfaces to avoid damaging the surface.
Use a protective barrier between the unit and surface to
protect the surface.
Use of this unit near uorescent lighting
may cause interference regarding use of the remote. If
the unit is displaying erratic behavior move away from
any uorescent lighting, as it may be the cause.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• PRÉCAUTION: Danger d’explosion si les piles sont
remplacées de façon incorrect. Remplacer les piles seule-
ment par le même type de pile ou l’équivalent.
There is a danger of explosion if you at-
tempt to charge standard Alkaline batteries in the unit.
Only use rechargeable NiMH batteries.
The remote control’s button cell battery
contains mercury. Do not put in the trash, instead recycle
or dispose of as hazardous waste
Warnings and Precautions
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
ATTENTION
RISQUE D' ÉLECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
This product utilizes a Class 1 laser to read
Compact Discs. This laser Compact Disc Player is
equipped with safety switches to avoid exposure
when the CD door is open and the safety interlocks
are defeated. Invisible laser radiation is present
when the CD Player’s lid is open and the system’s
interlock has failed or been defeated. It is very
important that you avoid direct exposure to the
laser beam at all times. Please do not attempt to
defeat or bypass the safety switches.
CD PLAYERS
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation.
Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Ser-
vicing is required when the apparatus has been dam-
aged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
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 protec-
tion 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 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.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
on apparatus.
L’appareil ne doit pas être exposé aux écoulements ou aux écla-
boussures et aucun objet ne contenant de liquide, tel qu’un vase,
ne doit être placé sur l’objet.
• Main plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain
readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the
apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be
disconnected form the mains socket outlet completely.
La prise du secteur ne doit pas être obstruée ou doit être facile-
ment accessible pendant son utilisation. Pour être complètement
déconnecté de l’alimentation d’entrée, la prise doit être débran-
chée du secteur.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
re or the like.
Les piles ne doivent pas être exposées à de forte chaleur, tel qu’à
la lumière du soleil, au feu ou autres choses de semblable.
• Caution marking is located at the rear or back of the apparatus.
Attention marquage est situé à l’arrière ou à l’arrière de
l’appareil
• The marking information is located at the rear or back of ap-
paratus.
Les informations de marquage est situé à l’arrière ou à l’arrière
de l’appareil.
FCC Warnings
Additional Warnings
1. Read these Instructions.
2. Keep these Instructions.
3. Heed all Warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-
dance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding - type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
When the provided plug does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
12.
Important Safety Instructions
This symbol indicates that this product
incorporates double insulation between
hazardous mains voltage and user
accessible parts.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, brack-
et, or table specied by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
DVD PLAYERS
In the Box
4
• WF308
• Documentation
Features
• AM/FM Radio with Digital Readout
• Instant WeatherBand
• 7-LED Front Torch with Multi-Intensi-
ty Light Switch
• 5-LED Top Lantern
• Built-In Speaker
• DC Input Jack, (AC & DC Adaptors,
not included)
• Heavy-Duty, Hand-Crank Dynamo
Motor for power generation
• NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack
built-in
• DC: Uses 4 x “C” Batteries , (not
included)
Powering the Unit
5
The internal NiMH battery in the unit can
be charged by plugging the unit into a
standard AC (120V - 60Hz) outlet using
the DC Power Jack.
This requires an AC or DC Adapter (not
included)
Batteries
The unit can be powered by 4 C-Sized batteries, or the internal NiMH battery.
DC 1.5V
C-Size x 4
(Not Included)
NiMH 3.6V
120mAH
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc)
batteries.
Setting the Clock
6
1. Power the unit off by turning the counter clockwise.
2. Press and hold the .
3. While holding the , press the to adjust the hour and
the to adjust the minute.
4. Once the time is set, release the .
Tuning the AM/FM Radio
1. Power the unit on by turning the clockwise.
2. Adjust the to FM or AM.
3. Turn the to adjust the FM or AM radio frequency.
The current FM or AM radio frequency will be displayed on the LCD Display.
511
KHzAM
511
KHzAM
Tuning the WB (WeatherBand) Radio
7
1. Power the unit on by turning the clockwise.
2. Adjust the to WB.
3. Turn the to adjust the WB radio frequency.
The WB radio frequency will not display on the LCD Display.
12:15
12:15
1. With the unit powered off or on, adjust the to Hi, Lo, Off,
or Lantern.
8
Using the Lantern and Torch
9
Using the Dynamo Hand Crank
1. Fold the arm down.
2. Turn the clockwise continuously to charge the internal
NiMH battery.
3. If the internal batteries are completely dead, turning the
continuously will power the unit.
Location of Controls
10
1
3
4
5
14
13
11
12
9
10
7
8
6
2
Control Denitions
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Turn the Dynamo Hand Crank clockwise to power the unit and charge the internal battery.
Adjust the Torch/Lantern Switch to turn the torch or lantern on, and to adjust the intensity of the torch.
Use the LCD Display to view the time and AM/FM radio frequency.
Turn the Tuning Dial to adjust the AM, FM, and WB radio frequency.
Turn the Power/Volume Dial to turn the unit off and on, and adjust the volume.
Multi-Intensity 7 LED ashlight.
Use the Hand Strap to secure the unit to your wrist.
5 LED lantern.
Press and hold the Time Set Button when setting the clock.
When setting the clock, press the Min. Button to adjust the minute.
Use the DC Power Jack to power or charge the unit. (Requires an AC/DC adapter, not included)
When setting the clock, press the Hour Button to adjust the hour.
Adjust the FM/AM/WB Radio Switch to listen to the FM, AM, or WB (WeatherBand) radio.
Requires 4 C-Size batteries, not included. Read page 5 before operating the unit on battery
power.
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Le fabricant garantit ce produit à l’acheteur
original pour être exempts de défauts de
matériaux et de fabrication, dans des conditions
normales, pour une période de 90 jours à
compter de la date d’achat originale.
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la période de garantie, de réparer tout défaut
de matériel ou de fabrication ou de fournir un
produit réparé ou rénové produit de valeur
équivalente en échange sans frais. réparation
ou remplacement est soumis à la vérication
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une preuve d’achat ainsi que le conrme en
montrant une copie de l’original du reçu de
vente daté.
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• Les dommages sur des supports
externes tels que les DVD, CD, iPod,
iPhone, lecteurs MP3, et / ou des
dispositifs à mémoire.
• Les dommages dus à un mauvais
fonctionnement ou l’entretien,
la connexion à une alimentation
inappropriée, ou tentative de
réparation par quiconque autre que
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accessoires, prévues et imprévues, particuliers
ou consécutifs) ou de tout dommage découlant
de, ou en relation avec l’utilisation de ce
produit.
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spéciques. Vous pouvez également avoir
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Le client est responsable des frais encourus
lors de l’expédition d’un retour vers le DPI, Inc
: Pour les produits qui contiennent la
mémoire interne pour le stockage de musique,
de données, etc, la quantité de mémoire de
votre système d’exploitation des rapports peut
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comprador original de estar libres de defectos
en materiales y mano de obra, en condiciones
normales, durante un período de 90 días a
partir de la fecha de compra original.
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durante el período de garantía, para reparar
cualquier defecto de material o mano de obra
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o en conexión con el uso de este producto.
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: Para los productos que contienen la
memoria interna para almacenamiento de
música, datos, etc, la cantidad de memoria
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de los previstos por la presente la memoria
del dispositivo.
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The Manufacturer warrants this product to the original purchaser
to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal
conditions, for a period of 90 days from date of original purchase.
The Manufacturer agrees, at its option during the warranty period,
to repair any defect in material or workmanship or to furnish a
repaired or refurbished product of equal value in exchange without
charge. Such repair or replacement is subject to verication of
the defect or malfunction and proof of purchase as conrmed by
showing a copy of the original dated sales receipt.
not
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act of God, misuse, neglect, accident, abuse, commercial
use, or modication of, or to, any part of the product,
including the antenna.
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MP3 players, and/or memory devices.
• Damage due to improper operation or maintenance,
connection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair
by anyone other than the Manufacturer.
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product.
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loss (direct, indirect, incidental, foreseen, unforeseen, special or
consequential) or for any damage arising out of, or in connection
with, the use of this product.
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to state.
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return back to DPI, Inc.
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music, data, etc., the amount of memory your operating system
reports may vary from the stated memory of this device.
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