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La Crosse Technology WS-8236U Instruction Manual

Atomic clock with temperature, humidity and moon phase
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ATOMIC CLOCK WITH TEMPERATURE, HUMIDITY AND
FEATURES:
ATOMIC CLOCK:
LCD1
display
LCD2
display
Function keys
• WWVB Radio controlled time with manual time setting
• Time display: hour, minute, second
• Alarm setting 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 display
• Indoor humidity display
• Wall mount or freestanding
• Moon phase display
WS-8236U
MOON PHASE
Instruction Manual
1
Hanging holes
Battery cover
Foldable stands

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  • Page 1 • Weekday display (3 languages to choose from: English, French and Spanish) • Time zone setting • Daylight savings time ON/OFF option (DST) • Indoor temperature display • Indoor humidity display • Wall mount or freestanding • Moon phase display WS-8236U MOON PHASE Instruction Manual Hanging holes Battery cover Foldable stands...

  • Page 2: To Install And Replace Batteries In The Atomic Clock

    TO INSTALL AND REPLACE BATTERIES IN THE ATOMIC CLOCK The atomic clock uses 3 x AA, 1.5V batteries. To install and replace the batteries, please follow the steps below: Pull down on the tab at the top of the battery cover and lift up to remove the cover.

  • Page 3: Manual Settings

    : To activate 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 before displaying the information for time, date, indoor temperature, indoor humidity, and second.

  • Page 4: Manual/Lcd Contrast Settings

    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: • LCD contrast setting • Time zone setting •...

  • Page 5: Radio-Controlled Time Setting

    Press and release the + key to select the desired time zone. 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 abbreviations: •...

  • Page 6: Language Setting

    In case the atomic clock is not able to detect the WWVB-signal (disturbances, transmitting distance, etc.), the time can be manually set. The clock will then work as a normal Quartz clock. The hour digits will start flashing in the upper LCD.

  • Page 7: Year Setting

    When the time signal is received for example at 1:00 am, the atomic clock will not attempt to receive the WWVB signal for the remaining hours until 6:00 am. Therefore, the next signal attempt will take place between 12:00 am and 6:00 am the next day.

  • Page 8: Exit The Manual Setting Modes

    To return to the normal display mode from anywhere in manual setting mode simply press the ALM key at anytime. • If no keys are pressed for at least 15 seconds in setting mode, the atomic clock will automatically switch back to normal display mode. ALARM SETTING To enter into the alarm setting mode: Hold the ALM key for 5 seconds.

  • Page 9: Wwvb Radio Controlled Time

    Cesium 133 atom in a vacuum. This atomic clock regulates the WWVB transmitter. The WWVB tower icon in the clock display will start flashing in the top center of the LCD. This indicates that the clock has detected a radio signal and is trying to receive it. When the time code is received, the WWVB tower becomes permanently lit and the time will be displayed.

  • Page 10: Positioning The Atomic Clock

    Gibbous 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 the accuracy of the atomic clock, and changes in elevation will result with inaccurate temperatures readings for the next 12 to 24 hours.

  • Page 11: Wall Mounting

    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. 3) Be sure the atomic clock is at least 6 feet (2 meters) from any electrical devices, i.e.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    • When cleaning the LCD and casing, use a soft damp cloth only. Do not use solvents or scouring agents. • Do not submerge the unit into water. • Immediately remove all low powered batteries to avoid leakage and damage. Replace only with new batteries of the recommended size.

  • Page 13: Warranty Information

    La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above.
  • Page 14 LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY.

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