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Oregon Scientific WR601

Portable Public Alert Radio

The portable Oregon Scientific WR601 Public Alert Radio provides emergency alerts anywhere in the U.S. When traveling, boating, hiking or working outdoors, use the WR601 to receive weather information and emergency broadcasts from the National Weather Service. With the non-volatile memory built-in, no need to reprogram your SAME codes when the batteries run out!

When activated by the Emergency Alert System (EAS), the flashing LED and audible and visual alerts of the WR601 ensure that you'll always be informed of potential life threatening hazards! Easily fits in a purse, fanny pack, backpack, or vehicle glove box. Includes an AC adapter and a cradle to stand the unit on a table or desk. A great gift for the outdoor enthusiast, weather buff, or avid traveler.

Be safe. Be informed. Be prepared.

Features:

Manual set clock with hour, minute or date, weekday display
12 or 24 hour time mode
Two programmable time alarms with eight minute snooze on base unit and radio
100-decibel audio alarm with visual alert signal
Monitors U.S. Emergency All Hazards, and Emergency Alert System (EAS) weather bulletins, warnings, & forecasts
Receives all National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports, which provides all available emergency advisories on tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, floods, evacuations, civil danger warnings & more
Broadcasts messages visually on display
Flexible programming - select Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) broadcasts in up to 6 different areas
Programs up to 6 SAME (FIPS) codes
Manual and Automatic Channel Select
3 levels of messages: Statement, Watch, Warning, and Test in English, French, or Spanish
Signal Strength Icon with Signal Loss Reminder
Clock with alarm
Modes for both home and travel use
EL (ElectroLuminescent) backlight with dot-matrix display
Battery power level indicator on radio
Cradle & belt clip holders

Specifications:

Channels: Digital PLL tuning for 7 NOAA channels
SAME code setting: 6 independent settings or ALL counties
RF reception range: 50 miles (64 km)
Volume: 7 adjustment levels
Power requirements: 3 AA alkaline batteries & AC Adapter (included)

The National Weather Service has a toll-free number to obtain S.A.M.E. county codes: 888-NWS-SAME (888-697-7263). You can also visit their NOAA Weather Radio web page to obtain S.A.M.E. county codes.

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Satisfaction Guaranteed!
Try this product for 30 days, and if not satisfied, return it in original condition for a complete refund (less shipping and handling). All products also come with a one or two year manufacturer warranty.

Delivery Options:
UPS Ground shipping is included free with your order. During checkout you may select Next Day, Second Day, or Three Day Select service for an additional fee.

Oregon Scientific
WR601

Our Price: $47.95

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