2.Lift the battery cover slightly. Gently slide the cover off the unit.

3.Insert 2 AA batteries observing the proper polarity.

Insert the top battery first by inserting the - terminal end of the battery first and gently pressing the battery into place. Install the second battery by inserting the + terminal into the radio first and gently pressing the battery into place.

4.Replace the battery cover over the batteries and fasten with the latch.

5.For optional rechargeable batteries, please charge for 10-14 hours before use.

6.Read and understand the programming instructions before attempting programming.

Display Backlight

When any buttons are pressed the backlight will be activated for about 5 seconds. For additional seconds of viewing time with back-light, press and release “SET” button.

Programming

This radio has 9 memory locations. Each memory location allows you to store one county code and one channel associated with the county code. The radio will initially be programmed as follows:

Memory

Code

Channel

1

999999

1

2

999999

2

3

999999

3

4

999999

4

5

999999

5

6

999999

6

7

999999

7

8

999999

1

9

999999

1

The FIPS code 999999 is the all county code. You may continue to use this code that allows the radio to receive all alerts regardless of county. By selection of one of the memory locations, you may find the best NWS channel to listen to.

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Midland Radio 74-250(C) manual Display Backlight, Programming