Midland ER 200 weather alert radio Owner's manual

Midland ER 200 weather alert radio Owner's manual

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Below you will find brief information for weather alert radio ER200. The Midland ER200 Compact Emergency Crank Digital Weather Alert Radio will help you stay informed during severe weather situations. The radio features 7 NOAA/NWS weather alert channels, a powerful flashlight with SOS Morse code beacon, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that can be charged using the hand crank, USB cable or solar panel.

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Weather alert radio ER200 Owner's manual | Manualzz
ER200
COMPACT EMERGENCY CRANK
DIGITAL WEATHER ALERT RADIO
OWNER’S MANUAL
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ER200 Owner’s Manual
Table of Contents - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
Controls and Functions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
ER200 Power Sources - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
Using the USB Output Port to Charge a Device - - - - - - - - 8
Operating the Radio - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
Using the Weather Radio - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9
ER200 Settings Menu- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
LED Flashlight - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
SOS Morse Code Flashlight Beacon - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Using the Headphone Jack - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Limited Warranty - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13
Service - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
Other Products - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
Accessories - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
Accessories Order Form- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
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ER200 Owner’s Manual
Welcome to the World of Midland Electronics
The Midland ER200 is skillfully constructed from the finest
components. Built with emergency situations in mind, the hand
crank digital weather alert radio and flashlight are perfect for
severe weather situations or daily use.
Features
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Charge battery 3 ways: hand crank, USB or solar panel
7 NOAA/NWS weather alert channels
Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Powerful flashlight uses a Cree®* LED
SOS Morse code flashlight beacon
Charge external electronic devices
AM/FM radio
Digital clock
Headphone jack
Rotatable telescopic antenna
Bright, backlit LCD
*Cree® is a registered trademark of Cree, Inc. or one of its subsidiaries.
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Controls and Functions
Flashlight/
SOS
Button
LCD
Display
Solar
Panel
Charge
Indicator
Antenna
Speaker
Volume
Adjust
Buttons
LED
Flashlight
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Power/
Band
Button
Weather
Alert/Menu
Button
Tuning
Adjust
Buttons
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Controls and Functions Continued...
Headphone
Jack
Dynamo
Crank
USB
Output
Port
USB Input
Port
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Powering Your ER200
USB Charge Cable: Before the ER200 is used, the internal
rechargeable battery pack should be charged with the USB
charge cable until the battery indicator icon indicates a full
charge. To charge the ER200 with the USB cable, insert the USB
charge cable into a USB power source and plug the micro USB
connector into the port labeled “USB In” on the side of the radio.
The CHARGE indicator light will be lit when the USB charge
cable is plugged in. The battery icon on the LCD will flash as
the battery charges. When the Li-ion battery has reached full
charge, the battery icon will stop flashing and will have 3 bars.
It will take approximately 5.5 hours to recharge a completely
depleted battery pack using the USB charge cable.
Rechargeable Battery: The included rechargeable battery
is located in the battery compartment and is charged by turning
the hand crank, exposing the solar panel to sunlight, or by using
the USB cable to attach to a USB power source. The battery is
specified as 3.7 VDC, 2000 mAh, lithium ion (Li-ion).
Warning:
• Only use Midland’s Li-ion battery pack.
• Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any battery packs other than the ones indicated in this manual. This could cause leakage and damage to the radio.
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ER200 Power Sources Continued...
Dynamo Power: Turning the hand crank charges the built-in
Li-ion battery pack. To charge the radio using the hand crank,
start turning the crank. The CHARGE indicator light will be lit
while the unit is being cranked. Speed of cranking and length of
time cranked will determine the charge of the Li-ion battery. The
battery icon on the LCD will flash as the battery charges. When
the Li-ion battery has reached full charge, the battery icon will
stop flashing and will have 3 bars.
Solar Panel Charge: Place the ER200 where the solar
panel is exposed to direct sunlight. The battery icon on the LCD
will flash as the battery charges. When the Li-ion battery has
reached full charge, the battery icon will stop flashing and will
have 3 bars. The CHARGE indicator light will be lit while the unit
is charging.
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Charging External Devices
Cell phones and USB-powered devices can be charged using the
USB charge cable for that device. Connect the charge cable to
the USB Outlet port on the side of the ER200 labeled “USB Out”.
If the radio is on it will automatically turn off and go into charge
mode.
Operating the Radio
Turning the ER200 On/Off & Selecting a Band
• To turn the radio on, press the BAND button. To cycle through
AM, FM, or Weather radio bands press the band button again.
• To turn the radio OFF, press and hold the BAND button for 2
seconds.
Adjusting the Volume
• To adjust the volume, press the PLUS/MINUS VOLUME control
buttons to adjust the audio.
Tuning the Radio
• Press the BAND button to cycle through AM, FM, and Weather
radio bands.
• Once you are on the desired radio band, you can tune to the
desired station with the UP/DOWN TUNE buttons. For best FM
and Weather reception, fully extend the telescopic antenna and
rotate until reception is clear.
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Using the Weather Radio
About NOAA/NWS
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration and the
National Weather Service operates a system of weather and
hazard alert broadcasts covering most of the United States.
Typical broadcasts are within reception distance of 25-50 miles
of the weather station. Fully extend the telescopic antenna and
rotate until reception is clear. The ER200 can receive broadcasts
up to 50 miles from the weather station depending on your
location and conditions of weather, terrain, etc. If reception is not
good, try a different location to find a spot of improved reception.
If indoors, placement near a window usually improves reception.
If a weather broadcast cannot be heard on any of the 7 channels,
contact your local NOAA/NWS office and verify the closest
station is on air. Their web site is http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/.
Selecting a Weather Channel
The ER200 has 7 NOAA/NWS weather channels to choose from.
• Press the BAND button to select the weather band.
• Then use the TUNE buttons to select the strongest weather
channel in your area.
Ch. # Frequency
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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162.400 MHz
162.425 MHz
162.450 MHz
162.475 MHz
162.500 MHz
162.525 MHz
162.550 MHz
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Using the Weather Radio Continued...
Weather Alert Function
• To enable the NOAA Weather Alert function, press the WX
ALERT button.
• When enabled, the “WX” icon on the LCD screen will flash.
• When a weather alert is received, the ER200 will sound an
audible siren and the flashlight will flash on and off along with the
LCD backlight for 1 minute.
• Pressing any button during an alert on the ER200 will stop the
siren and flashlight and the radio will switch to your selected
weather channel.
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ER200 Settings Menu
Accessing and Using the Menu
• To access the ER200’s settings menu, press and hold the WX
ALERT / MENU button for 2 seconds.
• To adjust the settings use the UP/DOWN TUNE buttons.
• To go to the next menu option, press the WX ALERT / MENU
button.
• To exit the menu, toggle through all the menu options or wait 30
seconds and the menu will time-out.
Setting the Clock
• To set the clock, press the WX ALERT / MENU button and
select the 24 hour or 12 hour clock.
• Press the WX ALERT / MENU button to adjust the time and
again to adjust the minutes.
Backlight Option
The ER200 has 3 backlight settings:
• OFF: The backlight will always be off.
• ON: The backlight will always be on.
• Default: The backlight will turn on for 5 seconds when a button
is pressed then turn off.
Weather Channel Display Option
The ER200 has 2 weather channel display options:
• Default: Displays weather channel frequency.
• Channel: Displays channel numbers.
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LED Flashlight
The ER200 has 2 flashlight brightness settings:
• Dim: The first press of the flashlight button will enable the dim setting.
• Bright: The second press of the flashlight button will enable the bright setting.
SOS Morse Code Flashlight Beacon
• To enable the SOS feature, press the flashlight button 3 times.
The SOS Morse code is: 3 short flashes, 3 long flashes, and 3
short flashes.
• To turn off the SOS feature, press the flashlight button.
Using the Headphone Jack
Plug in a set of headphones (not included) that have a 1/8 inch
mono or stereo plug.
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Limited Warranty (United States and Canada)
Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Midland Radio Corporation will
repair or replace, at its option without charge, any Midland ER200 which
fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within One Year following
the initial consumer purchase.
This warranty does not apply to water damage, battery leak, abuse or
misuse of unauthorized accessories, unauthorized service or modification
or altered products. Accessories have a 90 day warranty from date of
purchase, including any charge cables or batteries.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED AS SET FORTH HEREIN
AND TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE
THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MIDLAND BE LIABLE,
WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO NEGLIGENCE, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, BODILY INJURY, PROPERTY
DAMAGE AND DEATH) FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR ACCESSORY, OR FOR ANY
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF
BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA OR OTHER FINANCIAL
LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABILITY OR
INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR ACCESSORIES TO THE FULL
EXTENT THESE DAMAGES MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW.
For Product Purchased in Canada:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by
returning the warranted product, along with proof of purchase, to your place
of purchase in Canada.
This warranty gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights
may be provided by law in some areas within Canada.
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Limited Warranty Continued...
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state.
Note: The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the
United States of America or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or
from a U.S. Military exchange.
For Product Purchased in the USA:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained
by returning the warranted product, prepaid freight, along with proof of
purchase to:
Midland Radio Corporation
Warranty Service Department
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
(816) 241-8500
[email protected]
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Service
If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please
first check the FAQ section of the website, check your Owner’s
Manual, or call and speak with a service technician. Many
problems can be remedied without returning the unit for service. If
necessary, return as follows:
• Pack the unit in its original box and packing. Then pack the
original box in a suitable shipping carton. Caution: Improper
packing may result in damage during shipment.
• Include the following:
a. Full description of any problems
b. Daytime telephone number, name & address
c. For warranty service include a photocopy of the bill of sale from an authorized dealer or other proof of purchase showing the date of sale.
You do not need to return accessory items (Charge Cable,
Batteries, and Owners Guide) unless they might be directly
related to the problem.
Repairs not covered by warranty or units that are over ONE year
old are subject to a repair fee. Please call for a quote on repair
service cost at 816-241-8500. Send only cashier’s check, money
order, Master Card or Visa card number.
Midland Radio Corporation
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, Missouri 64120
Phone: (816) 241-8500
Fax: (816) 241-5713
[email protected]
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Check out these and other great products at
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MIDLAND RADIO CORPORATION
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
816.241.8500
Visit us at midlandusa.com
Note: Features & Specifications are subject to change without
notice. MIDLAND is not responsible for unintentional errors or
omissions on its packaging.
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Accessories
Accessories can be purchased at www.midlandusa.com or fill in
the form on the following page and mail it to our address.
XTA118
• Micro USB Cable
XTA112
• AC Adapter
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XTA111
• DC Adapter
BATT20L
• Li-ion Battery
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Accessories Order Form
Please send Money Order or fill in the Visa/Master Card information and
mail to the address below.
Please DO NOT send cash or checks. Make Money Order to Midland
Radio Corporation.
Name:_______________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________
City:_________________________________________________________________________________
State:_______________________ Zip Code:_________________________________________________
Telephone:___________________________________________________________________________
E-mail:_______________________________________________________________________________
Credit Card#:_________________________________________________________________________
Type:____________________________________ Exp:________________________________________
QTY
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
BATT20L
2000 mAh Li-ion Battery
XTA118
Micro USB Charge Cable
$9.99
XTA111
DC Adapter
$19.99
XTA112
AC Adapter
$19.99
Sub-total:
Mail To:
Midland Radio Corporation
Consumer Dept.
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
_______________________
Or Call 816.241.8500
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TOTAL
$29.99
Tax (MO, FL, WA Only):
S&H:
(Applies to Domestic US only.
______________________
______________________
$14.95
For Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico
S&H will be $38.25 for 1 lb. and $64.25 for 2 lb. or more).
Total:
$_____________________
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This device complies with part 15
of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the condition that this
device does not cause harmful
interference.
NOTE: THE GRANTEE IS
NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS
NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED
BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE
FOR COMPLIANCE. SUCH
MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID
THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
This device complies with
RSS-310 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to condition
that this device does not cause
harmful interference.
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Key Features

  • 7 NOAA/NWS weather alert channels
  • Powerful flashlight
  • SOS Morse code beacon
  • Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • Hand crank charging
  • USB charging
  • Solar charging
  • AM/FM radio
  • Digital clock
  • Headphone jack

Frequently Answers and Questions

What is the purpose of the NOAA/NWS channels?
These channels broadcast weather alerts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather Service.
How do I charge the battery?
The battery can be charged using the hand crank, USB cable, or solar panel.
How long does the battery last on a full charge?
The battery life will vary depending on usage, but it can last for several hours on a full charge.
What are the different power sources for the radio?
The radio can be powered by the internal rechargeable battery, which in turn can be charged by turning the hand crank, exposing the solar panel to sunlight, or by using the USB cable to attach to a USB power source.

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