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Cat. No. 63-968
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
Radio-Controlled Clock
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63-968.fm Page 2 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM FEATURES Your RadioShack Radio-Controlled Clock combines a simple design with advanced technology. You can set the clock so It automatically sets the time and date using a radio signal it re- ceives. The clock checks this radio signal several times each day and automatically updates the time and date, providing the most accurate time possible. Your clock receives a 60 kHz longwave radio signal from radio station WWV to set and update the time and
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63-968.fm Page 3 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM Snooze Control — lets you temporarily silence the alarm for about 8 minutes so you can sleep a little longer. Low Battery Indicator — appears when the batteries are weak. Display Backlight — lets you see all information on the display in low-light situations. Manual Clock Setting — let you manually set the clock if your radio cannot receive the necessary radio signal. 3
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63-968.fm Page 4 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM CONTENTS Preparation ............................................................................ 5 Installing the Batteries ........................................................ 5 Replacing the Batteries ............................................... 8 Placing the Antenna ........................................................... 8 Mounting the Clock ............................................................ 9 Selecting a Location ........
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63-968.fm Page 5 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM PREPARATION INSTALLING THE BATTERIES Your clock requires two AAA batteries (not supplied) for power. For the best performance and longest life, we recommend Ra- dioShack alkaline batteries. Cautions: • Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recom- mended type. • Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batter- ies (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities. Follow these steps to
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63-968.fm Page 6 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM Notes: • If the clock does not operate after you install the batteries, remove them and wait about 5 seconds until the display clears. Then reinstall them. • The clock displays the day of the week in English. To set the clock so it displays in another language, see “Manually Setting the Time, Date, and Language” on Page 15. • The clock is set to automatically search for a radio signal to set the time and date when you install the batteries. To se
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63-968.fm Page 7 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM What You See What it Means The clock has not received a radio signal strong enough to set the date and time within the last 96 hours. Reposition or ro- tate the antenna before 2, 3, 4, or 9 AM, or 3 or 9 PM, or set the date and time manu- ally (see “Manually Setting the Time, Date, and Language” on Page 15). No indicator You have turned off the automatic time setting feature. See “Turning Automatic Time Setting Off/On” on Page 16 to turn that feat
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63-968.fm Page 8 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM Notes: • On very cloudy and stormy days, the radio signal might not be strong enough to set the clock. • If the clock does not receive a strong signal within about 2 minutes, it stops scanning and looks for a signal again at the next preprogrammed time (see “Turning Automatic Time Setting Off/On” on Page 16). Replacing the Batteries When flashes, the display dims or disappears, or the clock stops working properly, replace the batteries. Cautions
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63-968.fm Page 9 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM MOUNTING THE CLOCK You can place the clock on any flat surface such as a desk, shelf, or table, or mount it on a wall using hook-and-loop tape (not supplied). Selecting a Location Choose a location indoors near a window to mount the clock, so you can mount the antenna near the window. The clock’s anten- na cord extends up to about 3 feet. Cautions: • Do not place the clock or antenna where it will be in direct sunlight. • Keep the clock and anten
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63-968.fm Page 10 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM To place the clock on a flat surface, turn the base on the bottom of the clock clockwise until it stops, then place the clock on the surface. To mount the clock on a wall using hook-and-loop tape (not supplied), follow these steps. 1. Use a damp cloth to clean the back of the clock. Let the surface dry. 2. Remove the backing from one side of the tape and stick that side to the back of the clock. Note: Do not place the hook-and-loop tape over the
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63-968.fm Page 11 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM Mounting the Antenna After you have found the best location for reception (see “Plac- ing the Antenna” on Page 8), attach the antenna to the mount- ing surface using the supplied double-sided tape or hook-and- loop tape (not supplied). DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME The radio signal automatically adjusts for daylight saving time so the time displayed on the clock is accurate, regardless of the time of year. Hint: If you are in an area that does not use day
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63-968.fm Page 12 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM OPERATION To switch between viewing the seconds display and the day of the week, press MODE/SET. To switch between viewing the month/date and the alarm time, press ALARM STOP/ALARM SET. Note: After the clock successfully receives a good signal, appears for about 96 hours. It might change during the radio signal reception times but will return to at the end of the re- ception time. To test the reception at a specific location and update the set
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63-968.fm Page 13 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM 2. Repeatedly press or hold down +/AUTO ON to advance the hour digits. 3. Press ALARM STOP/ALARM SET. The minute digits flash. 4. Repeatedly press or hold down +/AUTO ON to advance the minute digits. 5. Press ALARM STOP/ALARM SET to store the setting. The alarm time appears. Notes: • To switch between viewing the alarm time and the month/ date, repeatedly press ALARM STOP/ALARM SET. • The alarm time does not need to be displayed for the alarm to
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63-968.fm Page 14 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM After 2 minutes, the alarm turns off automatically. The first time this happens, the snooze feature activates and continues to flash. In about 8 minutes, the alarm sounds again. If the alarm turns off automatically a second time, remains on the dis- play and the alarm will not sound again until the set alarm time the next day. To silence the alarm, press ALARM STOP/ALARM SET. re- mains on the display and the alarm sounds at the set alarm time t
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63-968.fm Page 15 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM SPECIAL FEATURES MANUALLY SETTING THE TIME, DATE, AND LANGUAGE When you turn off automatic time setting or if the clock does not receive a good radio signal, you can manually set the time and date. Important: The clock automatically updates the time and date whenever you program it to automatically set the time and date (see “Turning Automatic Time Setting Off/On” on Page 16) and it receives a good radio signal. If you do not want this to hap- pe
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63-968.fm Page 16 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM 7. Repeatedly press +/AUTO ON to set the year. 8. Press MODE/SET. The current hour, minute, and day of the week appear, and the month digit flashes. 9. Repeatedly press +/AUTO ON to set the month. 10. Press MODE/SET. The date digit flashes. 11. Repeatedly press +/AUTO ON to set the date. 12. Press MODE/SET. A letter representing the language used for the day of the week flashes. 13. Repeatedly press +/AUTO ON to select the desired lan- guage (E f
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63-968.fm Page 17 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack Radio-Controlled Clock is an example of su- perior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your clock so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the clock dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry imme- diately. Liquids might contain minerals that can cor- rode the electronic circuits. Use and store the clock only in normal temperature environments. Temperature extremes can shorten the life
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63-968.fm Page 18 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM Modifying or tampering with the clock’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty. If your clock is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance. RESETTING THE CLOCK If the clock stops operating properly or locks up, you can reset it. To reset the clock, use a pointed object such as a straight- ened paper clip to press RESET on the back of the clock. All display segments br
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63-968.fm Page 19 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM SPECIFICATIONS Power .............................................. 3V with Two AAA Batteries Snooze ............................................................ About 8 Minutes 9 3 7 Dimensions (HWD) .................................. 3 /16 · 2 /4 · /8 Inches (91 · 70 · 22 mm) Weight (without Batteries) ................................................ 7.2 oz (204 g) Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifica- tions are su
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63-968.fm Page 20 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM Limited One-Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized Ra- dioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, Ra- dioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT- NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE L
