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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page i
VEC1029POB
VEC1029FPOB
Rechargeable
Power Center
AC/DC Portable Power Supply
with AM/FM and NOAA Weather Alert Radio
USER’S MANUAL
& WARRANTY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INFORMATION REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS
PRODUCT. PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR INJURY: • This equipment employs components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. DO NOT install in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials. • Use this unit in properly ventilated areas ONLY. Do not block ventilation slots. • DO NOT use the inverter near flammable materials or in locations that may accumulate flammable fumes or ga
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 2 c) Your location is out of range from a weather radio transmitter; the broadcast range from the weather radio transmitter is approximately 40 miles. The effective range depends on such things as terrain and quality of the receiver and indoor/outdoor antenna. Log onto http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/nwrbro.htm to see which frequency best serves your area. d) Metal structure; to improve the radio’s ability to receive NOAA broadcast; do not place t
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 AC and DC Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Viewing Battery Charge Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 4 • UL listed, built-in 120 volt AC charger that works with a standard household extension cord (not included) • 12 Volt DC Charging/Power Adapter with built-in storage compartment included • Rechargeable, non-spillable, heavy-duty, sealed lead acid battery • Molded high-impact case is tough and durable Protective Features • Automatic Overload — Built-in protection against overload — in the event the AC outlet draws more than 400 watts, power
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 5 Unit Front Panel BATTERY CHARGE BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL LEVEL INDICATORS USB POWER LED PUSHBUTTON USB CHARGING PORT USB CHARGING PORT AREA LIGHT ON/OFF SWITCH ON/OFF SWITCH AREA LIGHT AC AND DC CHARGING/RECHARGING Use a common household AC extension cord for charging (cord not supplied). For maximum battery life, we recommend the unit be kept fully charged at all times. If the battery is allowed to remain in a discharged state, battery life wil
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 6 120 Volt AC Charging using a Common Household Extension Cord (not included) 1. Lift the AC Charger cover located on the back of the Power Center and connect a standard household extension cord to the unit. Plug the other end of the cord into a standard North American 120 volt AC wall outlet. 2. Charge until three Red and one Green LEDs light. 3. Once fully charged, disconnect the extension cord. Note: The unit cannot be overcharged using thi
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 7 USING THE 120 VOLT AC POWER SUPPLY The Power Center comes with: 1. AC On/Off Switch — Press switch to turn the AC Power AC POWER Supply on and off. SUPPLY PANEL 2. Dual 120 Volt AC Power Outlets. 3. AC Power Supply “ON” Status Indicator (green LED) — lights when AC outlet is turned on; green LED flashes on and off when faulted. 4. AC Power Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI) — two three-prong outlets for 110/120 volt AC appliances which
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 8 USING THE EMERGENCY AREA LIGHT The Area Light is controlled by an ON/OFF pushbutton (both are located on the Unit’s Front Panel). Make sure the Area Light is turned OFF when the unit is being recharged or stored. USING THE CLOCK/ALARM CLOCK Programming the Clock and Alarm Clock By default, the Digital Display shows the time (hours: minutes (AM/PM), with the seconds displayed in the upper right corner). Note that the back light will activate
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 9 USING THE RADIO Refer to the enlargement of the Radio Panel on page 8 to locate referenced buttons and controls. By default, the Digital Display shows the time. Pressing the Radio ON/OFF Pushbutton ( ) toggles between turning the Radio ON and OFF. When it is ON, the Digital Display shows the currently selected frequency and station. Note that the back light will activate automatically whenever any button is pressed. Press the BAND/ALERT Push
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 10 You may turn the Radio back ON and listen to the weather station. When a Weather Alert is received, the unit will sound an Alert. When a weather alert is received while the Radio is in the OFF position, an Alert will sound and the Radio will turn ON automatically. To turn OFF the Alert feature, press the BAND/ALERT Pushbutton once more while the radio is OFF. Press and hold the BAND/ALERT Pushbutton while the radio is ON. “ALERT” will disap
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 11 NWR and the Emergency Alert System (EAS) use the same digital protocols, and NWR is the primary means for NWS alerts to activate the EAS. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) amended the EAS rules in 2002 and adopted numerous codes. NWS introduced the new codes on June 30, 2004. Log onto https://www.weather.gov/os/eas_codes.shtml for a complete listing of EAS Event (NWR-SAME) Codes if your receiver is equipped with Digital SAME Techn
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 12 Fuse Replacement (12 Volt DC Charging/Power Adapter) 1. Remove plug from accessory outlet. Remove the gold cap by turning counter- clockwise and lifting off. 2. Remove center pin and spring. Remove fuse. 3. Replace fuse with same type and size fuse (8 amp). 4. Replace center pin and spring inside plug. 5. Replace gold cap by turning clockwise. Battery Replacement/Disposal It is recommended that the unit be returned to Customer Service for
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VEC1029FPOB_ManualEN_101606 10/16/06 5:17 PM Page 15 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the responsibilities of Power On Board, regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty. This Power On Board product is warra
