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MANUAL SETTINGS 

 

Note:

 

If the atomic clock has already successfully received the WWVB time signal and displays 
the correct time and date, then the Manual settings can be skipped

 

After completion of the above described procedures in “

Setting up”

 the manual setting modes 

can be entered by pressing and holding the 

SET

 key for 5 seconds. The following settings can 

now be programmed: 

 

      Default 

(Factory) 

Setting 

 

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), 00 (minute) 

 

Year 

setting 

    2004 

 

Month 

setting 

    Jan 

(January) 

 

Date 

setting 

    1 

 

LCD CONTRAST SETTING 

After entering the manual setting mode as described above, the LCD contrast can be set between 
0 and 7. 
1. 

Press and hold the 

SET

 key for 5 seconds. 

2. 

LCD will be displayed in the lower display and a number will flash to the right of the word 
LCD. 

 
 
 
 
 

 

3. 

Press and release the 

+

 key to select the desired LCD contrast. 

Содержание WS-8256U

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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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