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codes. The new SAME message code is divided into three (3) 
categories.  They are: 
a). Event code (PIL code);  
b). Display text message on LCD  
c). severity status.  
You must enter all of them to make the new SAME message 
function correctly. 
, 
Remember that this is for future needs.  No additional codes exist at press time. 
To add the new SAME message code, follow the steps below: 
 To add an event type press the MENU key and the up or down 
arrow keys to display “ADD ALERTS”.  Press SELECT...

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Backlight of the Display 
Pressing and releasing a button will turn on the back light for 
about 5 seconds.  For continuous backlight, press MENU, then 
select LIGHT.  After pressing the “Select” button, press the Up or 
Down arrows to change from “Normal” to “Continuous” and 
press select to save your changes. 
 
AM/FM radio use
 
The AM/FM radio built into the WR-300 can be used for listening 
any time without interrupting the Weather Monitor functions.  If 
an alert is received, the unit...

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program.  Press SELECT button to set the memory channel to the 
frequency you selected. 
 
Button press Beeps
 
When a button is pressed with the “Max / Volume / Off” switch 
ON, the WR-300 emits a beep sound. One beep represents that the 
WR-300 has received a command and has taken effective action. 
Two beeps represents the command is not valid (wrong button 
pressed) and no action is taken. 
 
TROUBLESHOOTING & HELP: 
 
Problem Suggestion(s) 
No power.  Ensure that the wall power 
adapter is...

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use in your area. Contact 
NOAA to ensure they are 
presently broadcasting. 
The radio is not responding 
properly to NWS weather alert 
broadcasts Ensure that you have 
programmed the correct FIPS 
code(s) into the radio’s 
memory.  
  If you desire to hear the alert or 
operate a device from 
EXT.ALERT jack ensure that 
display shows SIREN or 
VOICE icon.   
For HELP, contact Midland Radio Corporation.  
(See the “Service” section in  this manual for return instructions.) 
  
 
Midland Radio...

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transmitting towers on the top of high buildings or hills. For better 
reception from greater distances, an external antenna can be used. 
To use an external antenna, you must have an antenna with an 
RCA phono plug or an adapter to RCA phono plug to connect 
into the back of the WR-300. If reception in your area is not good, 
check with your local dealer for assistance and ask about typical 
reception range in your area. Also try different locations in your 
home or office to find a place of good...

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12 VOLT OPERATION 
Your WR-300 can be powered from any 12-Volt CAR-TRUCK-
RV or BOAT battery. An optional (Model 18-235) power cord 
adapter is available from Midland or your local dealer. 
FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION: 
Midland NWR-SAME Weather Monitor 
Model WR-300 
 
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.  Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: 
This device may not cause harmful interference. 
This device must accept any interference received including 
interference that...

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FIPS CODE FORM: 
Use this space to record the FIPS codes you have programmed 
into your WR-300-weather monitor. 
 
1._____________ 
 
2._____________ 
 
3._____________ 
 
4._____________ 
 
5._____________ 
 
6._____________ 
 
7._____________ 
 
8._____________ 
 
9._____________ 
 
10.____________ 
 
11.____________ 
 
12.____________ 
 
13.____________ 
 
14.____________ 
 
15.____________  

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SERVICE: 
 
If your MIDLAND Weather Monitor fails to operate properly, 
check the “Troubleshooting” section in this manual before 
returning it for service.  If necessary, return as follows: 
 
1.  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. 
 
2. Include the following: 
  a.    full description of any problems 
  b.   money order for $7.50 to cover shipping and handling...

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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: 
 
MIDLAND Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its 
option without charge, your WR-300 weather alert radio which 
fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year 
following the initial consumer purchase. 
 
This warranty does not include any antennas, which may be a part 
of or included with the warranted product, or the cost of labor for 
removal or re-installation of the product in a vehicle or other 
mounting.   
 
Performance of any obligation...

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SPECIFICATIONS: 
Specifications are nominal and subject to change. 
 
GENERAL 
Frequency Range    AM 520-1710KHz 
    FM 87.5-108.5MHz 
    WX 162MHz 
(162.4O, 162.425, 162.45, 162.475, 162.50, 162.525, 
162.55MHz) 
Number of WX Channels  …………….7 
Input Voltage  .........................................9-14 Volts DC 
Dimensions  ….. 180MM W x 65MM H x 140MM D 
        (7 
1/8 x 2 1/2 x 5 1/2 in.) 
 
RECEIVER 
20 dB Quieting Sensitivity…………...…..0.5 uV 
FIPS Code Sensitivity @5kHz Dev..…….0.5uV...