Radio Shack 63-968 User's Manual
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1. Osim Page 1 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM e Cat No 63 968 OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment Radio Controlled Clock RadioShack he e 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 date which broad casts the time according to the U S government s hyper accurate atomic clock in Boulder Colorado Your clock s features include Large Liquid Crystal Display makes the clock easy to read The current time and alarm time the time zone you are in and the day of the week appear on the display Signal Strength Meter shows you the strength of the radio signal your clock is receiving to set the time Three Languages you can view the month date and day of the week in English French or Spanish Time Zone Map let you set the displayed time for Pacific Mountain Central or Eastern time zones Crescendo Alarm sounds a series of beeps that gradually increase in volume 1999 Tandy Corporation All Righ2. install the batteries remove them and wait about 5 seconds until the display clears Then reinstall them e 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 e The clock is set to automatically search for a radio signal to set the time and date when you install the batteries To set the clock manually instead see Manually Setting the Time Date and Language on Page 15 Immediately after you install the batteries all of the clock s dis play elements briefly appear then and flash Then the clock scans for the radio signal and the map of the United States flashes for about 2 minutes While the clock scans for the radio signal you might see any of the following What You See What it Means The clock received a radio signal strong enough to set the date and time within the last 96 hours TZ The time and date were set manually 48 IZ 63 968 fm Page 7 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM o What You See What it Means N jo 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
3. After 20 more seconds 3 quick beeps sound every 2 seconds and the volume increases again to its maximum level After another 20 seconds the beeping be comes continuous about 4 beeps per second and sounds for about 1 minute 13 e 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 Y continues to flash In about 8 minutes the alarm sounds again If the alarm turns off automatically a second time PR 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 the next day To turn off the alarm press ALARM ON OFF Y disappears USING SNOOZE When the alarm sounds you can press SNOOZE LIGHT to si lence the alarm for about 8 minutes PR flashes After about 8 minutes the alarm sounds again You can repeatedly use the snooze feature for up to 24 hours USING THE DISPLAY LIGHT Press SNOOZE LIGHT to light the display for about 5 seconds 14 E 9e 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 automatical
4. als that damage your clock s electronic parts Wipe the clock with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the clock 17 Y 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 briefly appear then the clock starts to scan for a radio signal 18 4 N Is 63 968 fm Page 19 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM SPECIFICATIONS POWEP seccion Senioaren a 3V with Two AAA Batteries SNOOZE iaaa es About 8 Minutes Dimensions HWD sesers 39 16 x 23 4 X 7 s Inches 91 x 70 x 22 mm Weight without Batteries 00 0 eeseeeeeneeeeenneereneeees 7 2 OZ 204 g Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifica tions are subject to change and improvement without notice 19 a WZ lt I AZ Xi 63 968 fm Page 20 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM Limited One Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing de
5. automatic time setting feature See Turning Automatic Time Setting Off On on Page 16 to turn that feature back on The clock is receiving the radio signal and the time date will be set shortly The clock is receiving a radio signal but the reception is not strong enough to set the clock Reposition or rotate the antenna until you see before the antenna icon stops flashing e Y 63 968 fm Page 8 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM Notes e On very cloudy and stormy days the radio signal might not be strong enough to set the clock e 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 e Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly Do not bury or burn them e If you do not plan to use the clock for several weeks remove the batteries Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts PLACING THE ANTENNA While the clock is scanning for the radio signal place the anten na at least 4 inches 10 cm away from the clock on a window or a wall near a window If es not appear while the clock is checking the time signal reposition or rotate the antenna until th
6. e Do not place the hook and loop tape over the clock s battery compartment cover 3 Remove the backing from the other side of the tape and press the clock firmly onto the mounting surface 10 e 4 RB ip 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 daylight saving time press ZONE AUTO OFF three times to set the time zone to one zone west of where you are to compensate for daylight sav ing time Then simply select your own time zone when it is not daylight saving time 11 4 e 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 speci
7. e icon flashes pje 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 e Keep the clock and antenna away from heat or cold sources such as stoves heating and air conditioning vents and radiators e Do not mount the clock near a TV high power cable or metal table because these could interfere with radio signal reception The antenna is permanently attached to the clock Do not cut or try to change the length of the antenna cord e Avoid placing the antenna s cord where it could be pinched or cut N Is a 63 968 fm Page 10 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM e 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 Not
8. eneeeeeeeeeee 13 Using SNOOZE s s0e ct an headin ed e Ea a 14 Using the Display Light 0 0 eee eeeeeeeeneeeesneeeeeneeeeeaees 14 Special Features csccseccsseesseecsseesseeeseeeeseeseeeesseesneeeseeeeas 15 Manually Setting the Time Date and Language 15 Turning Automatic Time Setting Off ON 0 0 eeeeeeeeeeees 16 Care and Maintenance cccesesssessesseesteseesneneenseesnees 17 Resetting the Clock 0 0 eceesseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesneeeeeeenee 18 Specifications as sessie oronro ccccvececcadctescceenarestenscesusetecsesctenta 19 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 e 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 install batteries 1 Pull the tab on the battery compartment cover in the direc tion of the arrow to remove it 2 Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols and marked inside 3 Replace the cover 63 968 fm Page 6 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM Notes e If the clock does not operate after you
9. fects 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 LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PER SON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WAR RANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any Ra dioShack store RadioShack will at its option unless otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge
10. fic location and update the set time at any time instead of waiting for the preprogrammed times turn off automatic time setting then turn it back on see Turning Automatic Time Setting Off On on Page 16 CHANGING THE TIME ZONE The clock automatically shows a time zone P for Pacific M for Mountain C for Central or E for Eastern You can set it if nec essary to show your time zone To change the time zone re peatedly press ZONE AUTO OFF until your time zone is highlighted USING THE ALARM Setting the Alarm Time 1 Hold down ALARM STOP ALARM SET until the alarm hour digits flash 12 4 9 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 sound Turning the Alarm On Off Press ALARM ON OFF to turn on the alarm Y appears Then at the set alarm time the display lights for about 14 seconds P flashes and the alarm sounds a soft beep about every 2 seconds After 20 seconds 2 quick beeps sound every 2 seconds and the volume increases slightly
11. for parts and la bor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c re fund the purchase price All replaced parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the property of RadioShack New or recondi tioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty ser vice Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period You will be charged for repair or re placement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal usage failure to follow instructions improper installation or maintenance alteration light ning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 We Service What We Sell 07A99 Printed in China N Is
12. lected time month date and time zone settings appear TURNING AUTOMATIC TIME SETTING OFF ON You can turn off automatic time setting You might want to do this if you move to a different area and you are unsure if the time setting signal is available there To turn off automatic time setting hold down ZONE AUTO OFF for about 3 seconds and the map of the United States dis appear The selected time zone indicator and the time and date for that zone appear To turn on automatic time setting hold down AUTO ON for about 3 seconds 16 e 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 of electronic devices damage batteries and distort or melt plastic parts Keep the clock away from dust and dirt which can cause premature wear of parts Handle the clock gently and carefully Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the clock to work improperly Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type Batteries can leak chemic
13. ly 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 pen turn off automatic time setting 1 Repeatedly press ZONE AUTO OFF to select the desired time zone As you press ZONE AUTO OFF the time zone you select is highlighted on the display and a letter P for Pacific M for Mountain C for Central or E for Eastern appears above the time zone 2 Hold down MODE SET until the hour digit flashes 3 Repeatedly press or hold down AUTO ON to set the hour Note AM appears for AM hours and PM appears for PM hours 4 Press MODE SET The minute digits flash 5 Repeatedly press or hold down AUTO ON to set the minute 6 Press MODE SET The year digits flash 15 WZ lt I 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 for English F for French or S for Spanish 14 Press MODE SET The se
14. ts Reserved RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation 4 N Is 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 N ZAIN 4 WB 63 968 fm Page 4 Friday July 2 1999 2 19 PM ki CONTENTS Prep rati n ee 5 Installing the Batteries ee eeeeeseeeeesneeeeeneeeeeneeeenaees 5 Replacing the Batteries neee 8 Placing the Antenna 00 0 eeeesseeeeeneeeseneeeeseeeeenaeeeeseeeeeaeees 8 Mounting the Clock ecceeeceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeneeeneeeeeeseaeeeaeeeneeeses 9 Selecting a Location 0 eeeceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeentetteeeeeeeteaee 9 Mounting the Antenna cc eeeeseeeereeeeeneeeeeeneeeeees 11 Daylight Saving Time eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeneeeeeeetee 11 Operatioh esarion eanan naa hee aa aa anase maa aaae senansa pee nenad io oii noiire 12 Changing the Time Zone seseeseseesieeeeeseesresrrsrrreereeesee 12 Using the Ala e ee a aa a rea ape aea aena ATESA 12 Setting the Alarm Time cecceseeeeeeeeeceeeteeeeteeenreees 12 Turning the Alarm On Off ceeceeseeeeeeeeee
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