Features – Radio Shack 12-240 User Manual
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FEATURES
Your Radio Shack Weatheradio with Alert is designed to
receive National Weather Service broadcasts. These
broadcasts provide information about weather conditions
and forecasts 24 hours a day. Your radio receives these
transmissions from up to 50 miles away. Its features in-
clude:
Alert Mode — monitors weather broadcasts and sounds
an alert siren in emergency weather situations.
Optional Siren Lock — sets the siren to sound until you
turn it off.
Siren Test Button — lets you check the alert siren to
make sure the alert circuit is operating.
Two Antennas — give you the option of using the power
cord or the telescoping antenna for the best reception.
Battery Backup — automatically switches to internal
battery power if AC power is interrupted.
Three Channels — let you choose the frequency that
provides the best reception.
Crystal-Controlled Tuning — provides accurate tuning.
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All Rights Reserved.
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used by Tandy Corporation.
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