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- Receives All NOAA Weather Channels
- S.A.M.E. Technology
- AM/FM Radio with Clock and Alarm
- Memory system for 30 Counties
- Ability to Add & Remove Alerts
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Product Description
From the Manufacturer
Stay alert to conditions that affect you with Midland's WR-300 all-hazard/weather alert radio. The unit offers S.A.M.E. technology (Specific Area Message Encoding), which pre-programs the device to receive only those warnings that apply to your local area--you can choose state, county, and/or nearby counties. The single-speaker radio offers 23 programmable county codes, AM/FM tuning, date, time, alarm functions, and automatically switches from AM/FM to pertinent all-hazard alerts.
For tuning, the radio employs drift-free PLL (phase-lock loop) technology and an easy-to-read blue, backlit LCD. You get a convenient, 10-alert memory, and you can add, edit, and remove unwanted alerts at any time. The radio uses the supplied AC power adapter or four AA Batteries (not included).
S.A.M.E. Digital Technology- Allows you to receive alerts/warnings for your area.
User-Selectable Warning System- 90 dB siren alarm, voice alert, or visual LED flasher.
23 Programmable Locations- Memory system allows for user setting of up to 23 different counties/provinces.
Event Expiration Indicator- Display shows “EXP” when an alert has expired.
Ability to Add and Remove Alerts- Allows custom programming for the alerts in your area.
Instant Weather- Information direct from the National Weather Service and Environment Canada.
What's in the Box
Emergency Weather Alert Radio, AC Power Adapter, Owner’s Manual
Features
- All 7 NOAA / Environment Canada Weather Channels
- Stores up to 10 Different Previously Received All Hazards and Weather Alerts
- Alarm Clock – Wake Up to Local Weather, AM/FM, or buzz
- Full Calendar Display – Day, Month, and Year
- Loud Alert to Keep Your Family Safe
- Over 60 Emergency Alerts
- Color-Coded Alert Level Indicators
- Continuous Backlighting Option
- Emergency Power Back Up (Requires 4 “AA” batteries, not included)
- Public Alert Certified
Product Description
All Weather/Hazards alert radio features All-Hazards Alert as well as S.A.M.E. (Specific Area Message Encoding) technology. Its also an AM/FM clock radio that stores up to 23 programmable county codes, alert over-ride, modifiable alert list, continuous backlighting option and more! Indicator Type: Weather radio, Alert Priority: Yes, Mounting Type: Freestanding mount, Channels (qty.): 30, LED Light: Yes, LCD Display: Yes, Works With: Localized reception and digital tuning, AM/FM Radio: Yes, Batteries Required: Yes (AA), Battery Included: No, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 12 1/16 x 11 x 2, Weather Resistant: No, Includes: AC adapter
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
607 of 608 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
After having tried just about every SAME technology weatheradio out there, I found the WR-300 to be one of the better ones, and definitely the best of the Midland weatheradios to date.
One of the best features it has is that it allows you to disable the audiable alerts for every watch/warning except life threatening ones like tornado warning, or biological hazard warning, etc. Other brands and models will only allow you to disable the most harmless events. I do not wish to be alerted at 3am because of a severe thunderstorm warning, or tornado watch. With the WR-300, I won't be alerted unless there is actually a tornado warning.
The blue LED backlit LCD display is pretty sharp looking, too! There is a menu feature that allows you to continuously keep the blue backlighting on, although I think it would be too bright in a bedroom at night, especially if the WR-300 is right next to the bed on a nightstand.
Some people have complained about the beeps for every keypress, and I did not find that to bother me. Maybe a softer "click" sound for every keypress would be better. Also, others have reported that their WR-300 leaked audio when the WX is muted. I did not have this problem at all; it worked fine for me.
Things I really liked about the WR-300:
1) Extensive audiable alert disable ability
2) Form factor and relatively small size
3) Blue backlit display
4) 4-AA battery backup (instead of 9v transistor batt)
5) Am/Fm/clock/alarm features
6) Menu flexibility (although not that intuitive)
I gave the WR-300 a 4 instead of 5 star rating because of the following minor issues:
1) No display of event(s) remaining time(s)
2) Menu navigation and master alert disable/enable operation was not intuitive.
3) No visual indication as to whether or not the master audible alert is enabled or disabled.
One of the best features it has is that it allows you to disable the audiable alerts for every watch/warning except life threatening ones like tornado warning, or biological hazard warning, etc. Other brands and models will only allow you to disable the most harmless events. I do not wish to be alerted at 3am because of a severe thunderstorm warning, or tornado watch. With the WR-300, I won't be alerted unless there is actually a tornado warning.
The blue LED backlit LCD display is pretty sharp looking, too! There is a menu feature that allows you to continuously keep the blue backlighting on, although I think it would be too bright in a bedroom at night, especially if the WR-300 is right next to the bed on a nightstand.
Some people have complained about the beeps for every keypress, and I did not find that to bother me. Maybe a softer "click" sound for every keypress would be better. Also, others have reported that their WR-300 leaked audio when the WX is muted. I did not have this problem at all; it worked fine for me.
Things I really liked about the WR-300:
1) Extensive audiable alert disable ability
2) Form factor and relatively small size
3) Blue backlit display
4) 4-AA battery backup (instead of 9v transistor batt)
5) Am/Fm/clock/alarm features
6) Menu flexibility (although not that intuitive)
I gave the WR-300 a 4 instead of 5 star rating because of the following minor issues:
1) No display of event(s) remaining time(s)
2) Menu navigation and master alert disable/enable operation was not intuitive.
3) No visual indication as to whether or not the master audible alert is enabled or disabled.
521 of 528 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I purchased 2 of these to replace the Midlands I lost in a tornado on July 13, 2004. The old radio saved the lives of myself, our 5 yr old and 3 of our grandchildren. If the radio had not been gone off, we would likely be dead. I never would have looked out the back door in time to get us all in the basement before an F4 hit our home. We live in the country and I have always had a weather radio. I tell everyone I know to get weather radio .
This is a nice model and I like the AM/FM feature. The problem I continually have had with every radio is that we live in the middle of the coverage areas and don't get the best signal at times. I have solved this by putting a Chore Boy stainless steel scrub pad on the antenna. It definitely improves the reception and seems to do better that foil. Other than that I think this is the best one I have had.
This is a nice model and I like the AM/FM feature. The problem I continually have had with every radio is that we live in the middle of the coverage areas and don't get the best signal at times. I have solved this by putting a Chore Boy stainless steel scrub pad on the antenna. It definitely improves the reception and seems to do better that foil. Other than that I think this is the best one I have had.
276 of 277 people found the following review helpful
I purchased this unit 6 months ago with the fear of "tornado season" coming. I live in an area where a tornado is likely with almost every storm. In past years, Easter weekend has been ruined by the destruction of houses in the path of a tornado.
We hear the alarm and listen to the weather service warning BEFORE the news stations can announce the warning on t.v.
The WR-300 has been great. The alarm is clearly heard by everyone throughout the house and the display gives a read out of the alert while the alarm is sounding. You can hear the local weather service with the touch of a button or press the AM/FM button and listen to local radio stations of your choice. The use of this radio is very simple. My kids know how to turn off the siren and how to press the weather radio button to listen to the verbal warning from the National Weather Service. The alarm is a great asset to have during night time hours.
The radio can be plugged in for everyday use and then when power is out for whatever reason, the backup batteries take over so that you can hear announcements and further weather warnings.
Many people have complained about the beeping while pressing the buttons. Yes, there is a beep but it is not that annoying. We do not do very much button pushing in the middle of the night and it has not bothered us.
There is a weekly test that can be a little annoying if you are asleep during the day. My husband is military and his schedule changes regularly, sometimes causing him to work mid-shift. When he is sleeping during the daytime hours, the alarm sounding during the weekly test can be disturbing but it is a small price to pay for safety. On the other side, the weekly test is a nice option. Each week we are assured that the radio is working and the alert will come through during an emergency.
This is a great item and wonderful purchase to make for yourself or a loved one. You really can not put a price on safety.
We hear the alarm and listen to the weather service warning BEFORE the news stations can announce the warning on t.v.
The WR-300 has been great. The alarm is clearly heard by everyone throughout the house and the display gives a read out of the alert while the alarm is sounding. You can hear the local weather service with the touch of a button or press the AM/FM button and listen to local radio stations of your choice. The use of this radio is very simple. My kids know how to turn off the siren and how to press the weather radio button to listen to the verbal warning from the National Weather Service. The alarm is a great asset to have during night time hours.
The radio can be plugged in for everyday use and then when power is out for whatever reason, the backup batteries take over so that you can hear announcements and further weather warnings.
Many people have complained about the beeping while pressing the buttons. Yes, there is a beep but it is not that annoying. We do not do very much button pushing in the middle of the night and it has not bothered us.
There is a weekly test that can be a little annoying if you are asleep during the day. My husband is military and his schedule changes regularly, sometimes causing him to work mid-shift. When he is sleeping during the daytime hours, the alarm sounding during the weekly test can be disturbing but it is a small price to pay for safety. On the other side, the weekly test is a nice option. Each week we are assured that the radio is working and the alert will come through during an emergency.
This is a great item and wonderful purchase to make for yourself or a loved one. You really can not put a price on safety.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Midland 300 Review
I am happy with this product so far! It was quiet when the sun was out. Storm rolled in, and beep,beep,beep, before it arrived. Read more
Published 7 hours ago by Joe G
Not what I expected...
I bought the Midland Weather Radio because we live in a weather zone near "Tornado Alley" and I wanted the ability to receive weather alerts, particularly during the night while... Read more
Published 17 hours ago by Michael Childers
mostly happy with purchase
only one complaint with the radio, when back lite is on, too bright, lights up the room. when back lite is normal, can't see the time at night. Read more
Published 20 hours ago by sterling
Disapointed
I purchased this radio for the sole purpose to warn me of Tornados. I am hard of hearing( I wear aids ) and don't hear the sirens when I am sleeping. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Robert J Love
almost perfect weather radio
This radio is easy to program and has some neat features. I really like the fact that you can program the counties you want to monitor and can choose what warnings you want the... Read more
Published 2 days ago by rayjay
Midland WR300 weather radio
This radio is exactly what we were looking for. Flexible programming with multiple options, clock/alarm/radio as well as the NOAA weather radio.
Published 2 days ago by R. Black
Works great
Traded an old Radioshack radio for this one. Reception is excellent, it sits on a bottom shelf of a nightstand and still receives good. Read more
Published 2 days ago by tk
Great Radio at a Great Price!
I purchased this WR as a replacement for an older WR. The older WR was a Midland and it had served us well.
I looked at many radios and made the decision to purchase this one. Read more
I looked at many radios and made the decision to purchase this one. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Mainspring (Texas)
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This is a great AM-FM radio/ALL emergency radio,easy to setup and works great. I would definitely recommend this radio for emergency alerts. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Mal
Very weak weather band
I am very near a major city and this radio cannot pick up any of the three weather stations that are indicated for my area. Read more
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