Weather Database Update

WX-1000 - WX-250 - WX-200
FIP codes update instructions

The NOAA weather radio FIP code database is changing rapidly due to the addition of new weather radio stations, transmitter power upgrades, county reassignments, etc. To keep current, your WX-1000 and WX-200 county data base can be updated here by following the three easy steps listed below. If you are updating a WX-250, an updated FIPS state files can be downloaded here:

WX-250 FIPS 5-12-2011.zip

Click on the NOAA link below to find the current FIP code listing by States

http://nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm
Locate your state and click on the link for a listing of NWR stations for your state.
Look over the listing and observe any additions or corrections for your area. If changes are necessary, write down the following information for each new or changed listing:

A) Six (6) digit county FIP code.
B) County name.
C) NWR transmitter location.
D) Frequency of that transmitter.

Step 2

Locate your state FIP listing for your WX receiver located on your hard-drive. Use the file identification by state list box below for your state file name. Most state listings can be located in the following directory:

C:\Program Files\Cat Files\States

File identification by state.
Once you locate your state file, open it with a text file editor. Notepad can be found under the "Accessories" menu listing. Below is an example of the state of Florida (file FL_109.st) opened with Notepad.

Florida State Listing

If you need to edit or change a FIP code listing, carefully make the necessary change and keep all columns in vertical alignment. Use spaces if necessary, do not use the TAB key.
If you need to insert a new county listing, locate the numerical FIP code position (far left column) and open a new line at that location. Type in the information you wrote down from step one and add the new addition. Use the space bar for proper column positioning. Do not use the TAB key.
Save your state file into the same directory. You are now ready to start your WX configuration program and use the updated state FIP listing.

Note: If you have any difficulty updating your FIP code database, please call the factory for assistance or click on the button below for help via email.