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Bluetooth Digital AM/FM Dual Alarm Clock Radio with USB Charging Port MODEL: JCR-298 USER MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT AND RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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16. Use replacement part as specified by the manufacturer. 17. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks. 18. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS FCC ID: 2AB4KMETYH8106 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.
DEAR JENSEN ® CUSTOMER Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
8 BLUETOOTH PAIR / PRESET BUTTON 16 SPEAKER POWER SOURCE (AC ADAPTOR ONLY) The JCR-298 is powered by an external AC-DC adaptor with an output of DC 5V The unit is also equipped with a battery back-up system for the clock that is powered by DC 3V 2 x AAA batteries (Not included).
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POWER CONNECTION 1. Plug the cord of the power adaptor into the DC IN JACK (#15) located on the back of the JCR-298. 2. Plug the power adaptor into a household wall socket. The unit is powered up and in standby mode when you see the display turn on and begin flashing.
If the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time, please remove the batteries. Using old, leaking or cheaply made batteries can cause damage to the unit and may void the warranty. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may explode or leak. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
ALARM OPERATION The JCR-298 features a dual alarm clock. Setting the alarms: 1. In standby mode, press and hold the ALARM 1 BUTTON (#3), the hour of the alarm time will flash. 2. Tap the SKIP BACKWARD BUTTON (#5) or SKIP FORWARD BUTTON (#6) to set the hour.
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If no buttons are pressed when the Bluetooth device is playing, it will continue playing for 60 minutes and then turn off automatically. NOTE: The JCR-298 will automatically switch to WAKE TO ALARM if it cannot connect with the Bluetooth device or if the Bluetooth device was not paired properly.
SNOOZE FUNCTION When the alarm sounds, tap the SNOOZE BUTTON (#1) to temporarily turn off the alarm and activate the snooze function. The alarm will stop and turn on again 9 minutes later. This can be repeated when the alarm sounds again. Notes: •...
5. Turn on the Bluetooth function of your device and enable the search or scan function to find the JCR-298. 6. Select the JCR-298 from the device list when it appears on your device’s screen. If required, enter the pass code “0000” to pair (link) the JCR-298 with your device.
“AUX” will show on the LED Display (#11). Turn on and start playing the external device you plugged into the AUX IN JACK (#14). 7. Slowly adjust both the volume controls of the JCR-298 and the external device until you reach a comfortable listening level. Notes: •...
In standby mode, press and hold the DIMMER BUTTON (#1) repeatedly to select the brightness settings of the display (Low or High). USB CHARGING THE JCR-298 FEATURES A FRONT MOUNTED USB CHARGING PORT (DC 5V 2.1 A) FOR CHARGING YOUR CELL PHONE.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you experience difficulties in the use of this clock radio, please check the following or call 1-800-777-5331 for Customer Service and support SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Power does not come Power adaptor connection is Reconnect the adaptor unstable No sound VOLUME control is turned...
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90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY AND SERVICE VALID IN THE U.S.A. ONLY SPECTRA MERCHANDISING INTERNATIONAL, INC. warrants this unit to be free from defective materials or factory workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of original customer purchase and provided the product is utilized within the U.S.A. This warranty is not assignable or transferable.
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FCC warning: Any Changes or modifications 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.
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