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INSTALLATION
Plug the AC/DC adaptor to any household AC outlet, and then plug the DC jack to the back of the
clock radio. Your clock radio is ready to work for you.
BATTERY BACK-UP INSTALLATION
In the event that the AC/DC adaptor power is disconnected or a power failure or other interruptions
occur, the back-up batteries will maintain the time and alarm settings.
Wake-by-Buzzer still functions by battery back-up. The radio, LCD backlight and the Wake-by-Radio
will resume to work when AC power is restored.
1.
Remove the battery cover at the bottom of the clock radio.
2.
Insert 3 x AAA batteries (alkaline batteries preferred) by observing the + and - polarity signs
inside the battery compartment.
3.
Replace the battery cover, making sure the cover locks into place.
Note:
For best reception, release and extend the FM wire antenna. Do not strip, alter or attach to other
antennas.
When
the
AC
power
is
not
used, playing the radio will drain the back-up batteries quickly.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECEPTION EFFECTS:
Your radio controlled clock radio obtains the accurate time with wireless technology. Same as all
wireless devices, the receiving ability may be affected by, but not limited to, to the following
circumstances:
Long transmitting distance
Nearby mountains and valleys
Among
tall
buildings
Near railway, high voltage cable, etc
Near freeway, airport, etc
Near
construction
site
Inside
concrete
buildings
Near
electrical
appliances
Near computers and televisions
Inside
moving
vehicles
Nearby
metallic
structures
Place your clock at a location with optimal signal, i.e.: close to a window and away from metal surfaces
or electrical appliances.
Power Up Reception and Signal Strength Display
After plug in AC power, the clock starts to receive DCF signal
icon blinks. Display shows “0:00”.
Remarks: Please do not turn on the radio when the clock radio is doing 1
st
DCF radio controlled
reception. The wave mark of the radio controlled tower icon indicates the strength of the DCF time
signal at the location of your clock radio:
* The battery play time is 2 months in case radio mode is not getting used.
