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2. 

Press and release the 

+

 key to select the desired language. 

3. 

Press and release the 

SET

 key to confirm the language setting and enter the Manual Time 

setting mode. 

 

MANUAL TIME SETTING  

In case the atomic clock is not able to detect the WWVB-signal (disturbances, transmitting 
distance, etc.), the time can be manually set. The clock will then work as a normal Quartz clock. 
 
1. 

The hour digits will start flashing in the upper LCD. 

2. 

Select the desired hours by pressing and releasing the 

+

 key. 

3. 

Press and release the 

SET

 key to advance to the minutes setting. 

4. 

Now the minute digits will start flashing. 

5. 

Select the desired minutes by pressing and releasing the 

+

 key. If the 

+

 key is held, the 

units will increase by 5. 

6. 

Press and release the 

SET

 key to confirm the Time setting and continue to the Year setting. 

 

Note: 

The unit will still try to receive the signal every day despite it being manually set. When it does 
receive the signal, it will change the manually set time into the received time. During reception 
attempts the WWVB tower icon will flash. If reception has been unsuccessful, then the WWVB 
tower icon will not appear but reception will still be attempted the following hour. 

 

WWVB time reception takes place from 12:00 am through 6:00 am each day (attempts WWVB 
reception every full hour within this  time frame). When the time signal is received for example at 
1:00 am, the atomic clock will not attempt to receive the WWVB signal for the remaining hours 
until 6:00 am. Therefore, the next signal attempt will take place between 12:00 am and 6:00 am 
the next day. The other times WWVB reception takes place, are upon setup and after manual 
time set exiting mode. Reception is generally not possible during daylight hours due to the 
interference of the sun. 

 

YEAR SETTING 

The year can be selected sequentially from 2003 to 2029 and will then start over again (default 
setting 2004). None of the digits of the year will  be visible on the lower LCD display however the 
year must be correct as it affects the day of the week display. 

Summary of Contents for WS-8256U

Page 1: ...tting with snooze function Complete calendar display Weekday display 3 languages to choose from English French and Spanish Time zone setting Daylight savings time ON OFF option DST Indoor temperature...

Page 2: ...he correct polarity see marking inside battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover on the unit Alkaline batteries are recommended for use in both units Avoid using rechargable batteries TO INSTALL...

Page 3: ...then automatically attempt to receive the WWVB time from 12 00 am through 6 00 am each day attempts WWVB reception every full hour within this time frame When this is successful the received time will...

Page 4: ...vate the snooze function during alarm ATOMIC CLOCK LCD SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS The atomic clock s LCD is divided into 2 sections and once the batteries are inserted all the segments will light up briefly...

Page 5: ...tting LCD contrast setting 4 Time zone setting 5 Eastern Standard Time DST ON OFF ON Radio controlled time ON OFF ON Language display setting ENG English Manual time setting Hour then Minute 12 hour 0...

Page 6: ...3 Press and release the SET key to confirm the time zone setting and continue to the DST Daylight Saving Time setting Note The time zones from 4 to 10 hours will be displayed with 3 characters abbrevi...

Page 7: ...he word ON will start flashing in the lower LCD display 2 Press and release the key to select radio controlled time ON or OFF 3 Press and release the SET key to confirm the radio controlled time setti...

Page 8: ...ive the signal it will change the manually set time into the received time During reception attempts the WWVB tower icon will flash If reception has been unsuccessful then the WWVB tower icon will not...

Page 9: ...y be set in conjunction with the selected month For example it is not possible to set the date 30 if the month of February is selected EXIT THE MANUAL SETTING MODES To return to the normal display mod...

Page 10: ...rature transmitter may be affected by the temperature At cold temperatures the transmitting distance may be decreased Please bear this in mind when positioning the transmitter Also the batteries may b...

Page 11: ...aximum transmission range is 330 feet 100 meters from the outdoor temperature transmitter to the atomic clock in open space However this depends on the surrounding environment and interference levels...

Page 12: ...er due to the nature of the Earth s Ionosphere reception is very limited during daylight hours The atomic clock will search for a signal every night when reception is best The WWVB radio station deriv...

Page 13: ...ond Note In case the atomic clock is not able to detect the WWVB signal disturbances transmitting distance etc the time can be manually set please refer to notes on Manual time setting WEATHER FORECAS...

Page 14: ...e is stable POSITIONING Before permanently mounting ensure that the atomic clock is able to receive WWVB signals from the desired location Also extreme and sudden changes in temperature will decrease...

Page 15: ...ot included into a wall leaving approximately 3 16 of an inch 5mm extended from the wall 3 Place the atomic clock onto the screws using the hanging holes on the backside Gently pull the atomic clock d...

Page 16: ...ace the batteries Problem No reception of WWVB signal Solution 1 It may help reception to face the front of the atomic clock in the general direction of Ft Collins Colorado 2 Wait overnight for signal...

Page 17: ...he units in areas prone to vibration and shock as these may cause damage Avoid areas where the units can be exposed to sudden changes in temperature i e direct sunlight extreme cold and wet moist cond...

Page 18: ...y incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place This product is only designed for use in the home or office This product is not to be used for medical purp...

Page 19: ...cessary repairs are not covered by this warranty or if a product is examined which is not in need or repair you will be charged for the repairs or examination The owner must pay any shipping charges i...

Page 20: ...You may also have other rights specific to your State Some States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental damages therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you For...

Page 21: ...ED OPERATION All rights reserved This handbook must not be reproduced in any form even in excerpts or duplicated or processed using electronic mechanical or chemical procedures without written permiss...

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