Midland WR400 Deluxe NOAA Weather Radio – Full User Guide

The Midland WR400 is an advanced NOAA Weather Radio with SAME (Specific Area Message Encoding) technology. Designed to keep you informed of emergencies, this model offers custom alerts, AM/FM radio, four alert types, and multiple programming options to ensure you’re prepared.

Key Features

• Receives NOAA Weather Alerts and AMBER Alerts
• SAME Technology for location-specific alerts
• 80+ Emergency Alerts supported
• 4 Alert Types: Voice, Display, Tone, Siren
• Color-coded alert level indicators
• Alarm Clock with Snooze
• Programmable with up to 25 counties
• AM/FM Radio with 6 presets
• Battery Backup (4 AA batteries, not included)
• External Antenna and Alert Jacks
• USB Charging Port for mobile devices
• Backlit LCD Display with adjustable brightness

In the Box

• WR400 Weather Radio
• AC Power Adapter
• Owner’s Manual
• Quick Start Guide

Powering the WR400

Primary Power (AC Adapter)

• Plug the included adapter into the DC jack on the back of the radio.
• Plug the other end into a standard wall outlet.

Backup Power (Battery)

• Insert 4 AA alkaline batteries into the compartment underneath the radio.
• These maintain clock, memory, and alert function during outages.

🔋 Note: Only use alkaline batteries. Remove if storing the unit for long periods.

Setup & Controls Overview

Front Panel:

• Large Backlit LCD Screen
• Menu Navigation Buttons (Menu, Up/Down, Select)
• AM/FM & Volume Buttons
• Preset Buttons for Radio Stations
• Weather/Snooze Button
• Alert On/Off Button

Back Panel:

• DC Power Input
• USB Output Port (for charging external devices)
• External Antenna Jack
• External Alert Jack
• Headphone Jack

Quick Start Setup

1. Plug in the AC adapter.
2. Insert backup AA batteries.
3. Extend the antenna.
4. Follow on-screen prompts to set language, time, location, channel, and alert type.

Main Menu Options

Press MENU to access the following options:

1. Set Language

• Choose from English, Spanish, or French.

2. Set Time

• Use arrow keys to set hour/minute; press Select to confirm.

3. Set Alarm

• Set Alarm ON/OFF, then configure hour/minute.
• Press Weather/Snooze to snooze alarm (9-minute intervals).

4. Set Channel

• Use Up/Down to scroll through the 7 NOAA weather channels.
• Select the one with the clearest reception.

5. Set Location

• Choose SINGLE, MULTIPLE, or ANY:
  • SINGLE: One SAME code
  • MULTIPLE: Up to 25 SAME codes
  • ANY: Receive alerts from all locations
• Find SAME codes at: weather.gov/nwr

6. Set Events (Customize Alerts)

• Enable or disable specific alerts.
• Default: All alerts ON.

7. Set Alert Type

Choose how the WR400 notifies you:

• Voice: 8-second tone followed by voice message
• Display: Text only
• Tone: 10-second audio tone only
• Siren: Loud siren until manually silenced

8. Set Backlight

• Choose HI, LO, or OFF.

Using the Radio

Listening to Weather Broadcasts

• Press Weather to hear the latest NOAA updates.

AM/FM Radio

• Press AM/FM button to toggle bands.
• Use Up/Down arrows to tune stations.
• Press Preset 1–6 to save favorite stations.

Volume Control

• Press Volume Up/Down buttons.

Color-Coded Alert Indicators

• Red (Warning) – Most severe, urgent action needed
• Orange (Watch) – Conditions favorable, be prepared
• Yellow (Advisory) – Less urgent, be aware
• Green – Power on, no current alert

Receiving Alerts

When an alert is received:

• The WR400 activates your chosen Alert Type
• The screen shows event name and location
• Color-coded LED illuminates based on alert severity

To silence an active alert:

• Press any button

Alert Volume & Test

• To adjust siren volume, go to Set Alert Volume in the menu.
• To test the alert siren, go to Test under Menu.

USB Device Charging

• Plug your phone or USB-powered device into the USB port on the back.
• Must be connected to wall power (USB port doesn’t work on battery power).

External Jacks

• Antenna Jack: For optional external antenna (not included)
• Alert Jack: Connect to strobe lights or bed shakers for accessibility
• Headphone Jack: Use for private listening (standard 3.5mm plug)

Resetting the Radio

If needed:

• Go to Reset in the menu to restore factory defaults

Troubleshooting