Timex T2351 FM Dual Alarm Clock Radio Manual

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Product Care

Controls Overview

Display

Installing and Replacing Backup Batteries

Your new Timex Clock Radio includes a battery backup system that will maintain the time and alarm settings during a temporary power interruption.

1. Keep unit connected to AC power when changing batteries to avoid losing your settings.
2. Press on the battery door locking tab to open and remove the battery door.
3. Check the correct polarity (+/ - ) markings in the battery compartment and install two "AAA"batteries (not included).
4. Replace the battery door.

NOTE: With batteries installed, the display will turn off during a power failure but the clock will continue to run and maintain your alarm settings. The alarm will not sound when operating on batteries.

Set Up

Connecting to Power Source

Connect the AC adapter to the DC jack on the back of the unit and plug into a working wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch. The unit does not operate on batteries (the battery back up system maintains clock settings during power failures).

Turning the Unit ON or OFF

• Press and release the Power/Alarm Reset Button on the unit at any time to turn the unit ON or OFF.

Setting the Time

1. Make sure unit is OFF. To confirm unit is off, press the Power/Alarm Reset Button once or twice until OFF appears on the display.
   
2. Press and hold the Clock/Presets Button until the time flashes on the display.
   
3. Press and release the Hours/Plus Button to adjust the HOUR.
   NOTE: The PM indicator will light when the hour is set for PM. There is no AM indicator.
   
4. Press and release the Minutes/Minus Button to adjust the MINUTES.
   
5. Press and release the Clock/Presets Button to complete time setting.
   

Setting and Using Alarms

This unit has two independent alarms, Alarm 1 and Alarm 2. Each is set and operates in the same way. Instructions below show Alarm 1. Follow the same method to set Alarm 2.

1. Press and hold the Alarm 1 Button until current alarm time flashes on the display.
   
2. Press and release the Hours/Plus Button to adjust the HOUR.
   NOTE: The PM indicator will light when the hour is set for PM. There is no AM indicator.
   
3. Press and release the Minutes/Minus Button to adjust the MINUTES.
   
4. Press and release the Alarm 1 Button to complete alarm time setting.
   

SELECTING YOUR ALARM SOURCE/DISARMING THE ALARM

Press and release the Alarm 1 Button repeatedly as needed to cycle to desired alarm mode: Buzzer (default), Radio (last FM station played) or Off (alarm is no longer active). Note that the last radio volume listened to will be the radio alarm volume.

RESETTING AN ALARM TO COME ON THE NEXT DAY

To silence any sounding alarm and reset it come on the next day at the same time, press and release either the Power/Alarm Reset Button, Alarm 1 Button or Alarm 2 Button.

SNOOZE

Press and release the Snooze/Sleep/ Dimmer Button when the alarm sounds to silence it for 9 minutes. Snooze can be used several times during alarm.

Setting and Using the Radio

BASIC RADIO OPERATION

TIP: Extend FM antenna for best reception.

1. Press and release thePower/Alarm Reset Button to turn unit On. Then press and release the Mode Button as needed to select FM radio band.
   
2. Press and release the Hours/Plus Button or Minutes/Minus Button to tune radio to a desired station. Press and hold to seek the next clear station.
   
3. Press and release the Volume Buttons to adjust radio volume.
   

PRESET RADIO SETTING AND OPERATION SETTING RADIO PRESETS

This unit will store up to 10 FM station presets.

1. Press and release thePower/Alarm Reset Button to turn unit On. Then press and release the Mode Button as needed to select FM radio band.
   
2. Press and release the Hours/Plus Button or Minutes/Minus Button to tune radio to a station you want to assign to a preset. Press and hold to seek the next clear station.
   
3. Press and hold the Clock/Presets Button to enter presetting mode.
   
4. Press and release the Hours/Plus Button or Minutes/Minus Button to select the preset number you wish to assign (P01 - P10).
   
5. Press and release the Clock/Presets Button to confirm the preset number (P01 - P10) you want to assign to the current station.
   Continue steps 1- 5 to set all desired presets.
   

PRESET RADIO OPERATION

To listen to a preset FM station at any time, press and release the Clock/Presets Button as needed to select the desired preset station.

Using Aux In Audio

1. Connect a standard audio cable with 3.5mm plug (not included) to the AUX IN jack located on the back of the unit and to the output/headphone jack of your audio device.
   
2. Press and release thePower/Alarm Reset Button to turn unit On. Then press and release the Mode Button as needed to select AUX mode.
   
3. Control audio playback on your device, making sure output volume is turned up. If needed, press the Volume Buttons to adjust volume on the unit.
   

Sleep Mode

Sleep mode allows you to set the unit to turn off after a selected time interval. It allows you to fall asleep while listening to the radio or a device that is connected to the Aux In Jack.

NOTE: It will power off the Timex unit, but it will not power off your AUX device.

Press and release the Snooze/Sleep Button in FM or AUX mode to select the desired sleep interval: 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20, 10 minutes or OFF (turns unit off right away).

Dimmer

Press and hold the Snooze/Sleep Button to toggle display brightness between high and low settings. Dimmer cannot be adjusted when alarm is sounding.

USB Charging

Connect a USB cable (not included) to the USB Charging Port on front of the unit and connect the other end to the device you wish to charge. Monitor charging on your device.

Battery Cautions and Tips

The symbols above are located at the bottom of the cabinet.

To prevent electric shock, do not use this (Polarized) plug with an extension cord receptacle, or other outlets unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note of all warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit.

1. Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.
2. Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block ventilation openings. Also, it should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, which may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
3. Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
4. Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
5. Power-Cable Protection – Power supply cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. It is always best to have a clear area from where the cable exits the unit to where it is plugged into an AC socket.
6. Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as recommended. See the Maintenance section of this manual for cleaning instructions.
7. Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into any openings or vents located on the product.
8. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer.
9. Lightning and Power Surge Protection – Unplug the unit from the wall socket and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
10. Overloading – Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
11. Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
    1. the power supply cable or plug has been damaged.
    2. objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.
    3. the unit has been exposed to rain.
    4. the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.
    5. the unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate normally.
12. Antenna – Do not connect an external antenna to the unit (other than that provided).
13. Periods of Nonuse – If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period of time, such as a month or longer, the power cable should be unplugged from the unit to prevent damage or corrosion.
14. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those methods described in the user's operating instructions. Service methods not covered in the operating instructions should be referred to qualified service personnel.

Troubleshooting

1. The unit does not power ON.
   The unit is not connected to AC outlet, the AC outlet has no power, or is controlled by a wall switch that is "OFF". Check AC outlet and wall switch.
2. Alarm does not come on.
   The alarm time AM or PM incorrectly set, Alarm was OFF, etc. Check alarm settings.
3. Low battery indicator is on.
   Batteries have not been installed correctly in the battery compartment or the batteries may be weak or exhausted. Try replacing batteries.
4. Poor FM Radio reception on certain stations.
   Weak or distant station. Try adjusting the direction of the FM wire antenna.
5. Unit shuts "Off" unexpectedly.
   The unit is in Sleep Mode instead of the power ON mode, the unit was turned ON by an alarm and the alarm time ended, or the AC outlet unit is connected to is controlled by a wall switch that is turned OFF. Check mode on unit. Check wall switch. Turn unit on with Power Button.

FCC Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: