La Crosse Technology C85135, Faqs

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DC Power
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The design of this alarm clock is to use DC power (5-volt) as primary power
source.
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When operating with the DC adapter, the backlight can be on continually.
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Replacement DC adapter: Look on the back of the clock for the appropriate DC
adapter number. It is important to use the correct DC adapter on all electronic
devices.
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When operating on DC power, batteries are optional and are not required in the
alarm clock.
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The backlight will operate at five levels of intensity (including OFF) at your
discretion when using the power cable.
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The mood light will operate at five levels of intensity (including OFF) at your
discretion when using the power cable.
Backup Batteries
Explanation: Many problems are resolved with fresh batteries of the appropriate
voltage. Many items sent in under warranty work when tested with fresh batteries.
Batteries manufactured this year will have an expiration date 10 years (or more) in
the future. Battery technology has improved and batteries will maintain voltage
longer in storage. However, the environment the batteries reside in for the 10 years
can deplete the power.
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We suggest name brand Alkaline batteries for your clock.
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A minimum voltage of 1.48V for each battery is necessary for proper
performance.
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Use batteries dated at least six years in advance of the current year. Batteries
dated earlier than six years from now may still work, but may be unstable in
performance.
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Good name brand batteries make less noise, which reduces the chance of RF
(radio frequency) interference from the battery compartment.
Alarm Clock Factory Restart
Explanation: The factory restart returns the alarm clock to an “out-of-the-box”
state and often resolves an issue.
Factory Restart:
1. Remove all power (batteries and DC) from the alarm clock.
2. Press one of the buttons on the alarm clock at least 20 times to clear all
memory.
3. Verify that the alarm clock is blank before proceeding.
4. Leave without power for 15 minutes (very important).
5. Insert the DC adapter into the wall outlet then into the alarm clock.
6. Set time, date, etc.