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TIME ZONE SETTING
The default time zone is PACIFIC. If your location is not
in the Pacific zone, set the time zone as follows:
1.
In normal time mode, press the “MODE” key to enter
the alarm time mode.
2.
In alarm time mode, press the “ADJUST” key to
select the proper time zone: P=Pacific M=Mountain
C=Central E=Eastern
3.
Press the “MODE” key to save and exit the setting
mode, or let it exit automatically 30 seconds later
without pressing any key.
TIME AND CALENDAR SETTING
If you are out of the reach of the Radio Controlled
transmitter or if the reception is not reachable, the time
can be set manually. As soon as the signal of transmitter
is received again, the clock will automatically synchronize
with the exact time.
1.
In normal time mode, press and hold the “SET” key
for 3 seconds until the HOUR digit flashes.
2.
Press the “ADJUST” key to change the value of
the flashing HOUR digit.
3.
Repeat the above operation to set the time and
calendar in this order: Hour > Minute > Second >
12/24 Hr > Year > Month > Date.
4.
Press the “MODE” key to save and exit the setting
mode, or let it exit automatically 30 seconds later
without pressing any key.
ALARM TIME SETTING
1.
In normal time mode, press the “MODE” key once
to enter the alarm time mode.
2.
Press and hold the “SET” key for 3 seconds until
the HOUR digit flashes.
3.
Press the “ADJUST” key to change the value of
the flashing HOUR digit.
4.
Repeat the above operations to set the alarm Minute.
NORMAL display
HOUR setting
MINUTE setting
SECOND setting
DATE setting
MONTH setting
12/24 HR setting
YEAR setting
5.
Press the “MODE” key to save and exit the setting
mode, or let it exit automatically 30 seconds later
without pressing any key.
Note:
The alarm will be turned on automatically when you set
the alarm time.
USING THE ALARM AND SNOOZE FUNCTIONS
1.
Set the alarm time as described in the previous
section.
2.
Activate the Alarm by pressing the “SET” key once
so that the bell icon “
“ appears.
3.
Activate the Snooze by pressing the “SET” key twice
so that the snooze icon “
“ appears.
4.
To de-activate the Alarm and Snooze, press the
“SET” key again until both icons disappear.
Note:
1.
When the snooze function is activated, the 4-step
crescendo alarm will sound 5 times in 5-minute
interval. The alarm duration is 60 seconds.
2.
Press the “SNOOZE” key to stop the current alarm;
press the “SET” key to turn off the alarm and snooze.
USING THE TABLE STAND AND WALL-MOUNTING
FUNCTION
The clock has both the desktop and wall-mounting
structures. You can place the clock on the desktop by its
table stand or hang it on the wall by its recessed hanger.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the LCD becomes dim, replace with one new AA
size battery at once. Pay attention to the battery polarity.
Note:
Attention! Please dispose of the used unit or batteries in
an ecologically safe manner.
Suggestion:
Make sure you read the instructions before operating this
clock. We have developed this sophisticated
instrument for the best reception performance; however,
the signal transmitted from USA Atomic Clock transmitter
will be affected in certain situations. We advise you to
note the following instructions:
1.
It is strongly recommended to start this clock at night
and let the clock receive the signal automatically
at midnight.
2.
Always place the unit away from interfering sources
such as TV set, computer, etc.
3.
Avoid placing the unit on or next to metal plates.
4.
Closed areas such as airports, basements and
tower blocks, may not receive the RC signal.
5.
Do not start reception in a moving vehicle such as
an automobile or train.
ALARM Mode
HOUR setting
MINUTE setting
If unit has not received the time signal the signal
strength symbol will disappear from the LCD display.
Note
1.
You may use the “˚C/˚F” key to receive the time
:
signal manually. Be cautious of using the RECEIVE
mode for an extended length of time. The RECEIVE
mode will be shut off automatically in 6-12 minutes.
The RECEIVE mode consumesmore battery power,
which may reduce the battery lifetime.
2. Due to the radio frequency interference, the unit may
not obtain a communication link and can only returnto
the normal receiving condition when the interference
stops.
