Oregon Scientific RM303P - Radio Controlled Projection Clock Manual

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of this Projection Alarm Clock. Please read these instructions carefully and keep the manual well for future reference.
The unit has a clear and easy-to-read display that shows the time, date and alarm status.
This product is designed to synchronize its date andtime automatically once it is within range of the signal from the atomic clock in Germany/UK.

OVERVIEW

1. Projector:
   • Use it to project the time.
2. SNOOZE / LIGHT key:
   • In normal time mode, press it once to turn on the backlight for 5 seconds.
   • Press it to silence the current alarm when it is going and enter the snooze mode for 8 minutes.
3. LCD display:
   • Displays time, and date.
4. key: In time setting mode, press it to increase the setting values.
5. key: In time setting mode, press it to decrease the setting values.
6. SET CLOCK key:
   • In normal time mode, press it once to enter the normal time setting mode.
   • In normal time setting mode, press it once to step into the setting items. Press and hold it to exit the setting mode in any step.
7. SET ALARM key:
   • Press it once to turn on the backlight for 5 seconds, and press it again to enter the alarm time setting mode.
   • In alarm time setting mode, press it once to step into the setting items.
8. ALARM ON / OFF key:
   • Press it once to turn on the backlight and display the alarm time for 5 seconds.
   • Press it again to turn on / off the alarm.
9. DC jack:
   • Plug DC adaptor to power the clock.
10. BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
    • Accommodates 2 AA size batteries.
11. RESET key:
    • Press it to return all values to default values.
    • In case of malfunction, the unit may be required to reset.
12. PROJECTION ON / OFF slide switch:
    • Slide it to turn on / off the projector.
13. 180°FLIP key:
    • Press it to rotate the projected image by 180°.
14. RCC key:
    • In normal time mode, press it once to receive the RC signal for reception testing.
15. UK / EU slide switch:
    • Slide it to select the country version between EU (Germany) and UK (England).
16. BATTERY DOOR

LCD DISPLAY

1. Low battery indicator
2. Time
3. Alarm time & Date

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

1. Remove the battery door and slide "UK / EU" switch to select the desired country version.
2. Insert 2 new AA size batteries as per the polarity information marked on the battery compartment.
3. Press "RESET" key to restart the clock.
4. Replace the battery door.

RECEPTION OF RADIO CONTROLLED TIME SIGNAL

The time and calendar are radio-controlled. The current time and calendar are automatically synchronized with time signal transmitted from Germany / UK.
When used for the first time (after inserting batteries or pressing "RESET" key), the clock will start to receive the time 5 minutes.

SIGNAL RECEPTION INDICATOR

The wave segment flashing means time signals are being received. The signal quality could be classified into 3 types:

No signal

Weak signal

Excellent signal

NOTE:

1. The unit will automatically search for the time signal at 2:00 (3:00 or 4:00 is also available if the signal is not received at 2:00), 8:00, 14:00 and 20:00 each day.
2. Always place the unit away from interfering sources such as TV set, computer, etc.
3. Avoid placing the unit on or next to metal plates.
4. Closed area such as airport, basement, tower block or factory is not recommended.
5. Do not start reception in moving articles such as vehicles or trains.

TIME AND CALENDAR MANUAL SETTING

If you are out of reach of the Radio Controlled sensor or if the reception is not reachable, the time and calendar can be set manually. As soon as the signal of sensor is received again, the clock will automatically synchronize with the exact time and calendar.

1. In normal time mode, press "SET CLOCK" key once to enter the time setting mode.
2. Press "" or "" key to change the settings.
3. Press "SET CLOCK" to confirm. The setting order is: 12 / 24 -hr format, time, + / - 23 hours time difference, year, day / month format, date.
4. Press "SET CLOCK" key to save and exit the setting mode.
   

NOTE:

1. During the setting period, press and hold " " or "" key to speed up the change of settings.
2. Through "+ / - 23 hours time difference" setting, the precise time of another area will be shown.

ALARM TIME SETTING

1. In normal time mode, press "SET ALARM" key once to enter the alarm time setting mode.
2. Press " " or "" key to set hour / minute.
3. Press "SET ALARM" key to save and exit the setting mode. "" indicates alarm is ON.
   

NOTE:

1. The alarm will be automatically turned on when you set the alarm time.
2. During the alarm time setting period, press and hold " " or "" key to speed up the change of settings.

USING ALARM FUNCTION

1. Set the alarm time as the above section.
2. In normal time mode, press "ALARM ON / OFF" key once to display the current alarm time.
3. Press it again to turn alarm ON / OFF.

TO SILENCE THE ALARM

1. Press "SNOOZE / LIGHT" to silence the alarm for 8 minutes. The "" will be flashing.
2. Press any other key to turn the alarm off and activate it again after 24 hours.
3. If no key is pressed within 120 seconds, the alarm will be turned off and be activated again after 24 hours.

USING THE PROJECTOR

Slide "PROJECTION ON / OFF" to turn on / off the projector, and project to a dark background within 1-4 meters so that the time will be shown as below:

NOTE:

1. Slide "PROJECTION ON / OFF" to turn on the projection function.
2. Press "SNOOZE / LIGHT" to turn on the projector for 5 seconds.
3. When using DC power adapter, the projector will be turned on all the time.
4. If the alarm is turned, the alarm icon " " will also be projected.
5. Press "180 FLIP" to rotate the projected image by 180°.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

If the low battery indicator " " displays beside the time, it indicates that battery power of main unit is not enough and you should replace with 2 new AA size batteries at once.

NOTE:
Attention! Please dispose of the used unit or batteries in an ecologically safe manner.

SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE: We recommend that you use alkaline batteries with this product for longer usage and lithium batteries in temperatures below freezing

PRECAUTIONS

• Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature or humidity.
• Do not cover the ventilation holes with any items such as newspapers, curtains etc.
• Do not immerse the unit in water. If you spill liquid over it, dry it immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosivematerials. Do not tamper with the unit's internal components. This invalidates the warranty.
• Only use fresh batteries. Do not mix new and old batteries.
• Images shown in this manual may differ from the actual display.
• When disposing of this product, ensure it is collected separately for special treatment and not as normal household waste.
• Placement of this product on certain types of wood may result in damage to its finish for which Oregon Scientific™ will not be responsible.
• Consult the furniture manufacturer's care instructions for information.
• The contents of this manual may not be reproduced without the permission of the manufacturer.
• Do not dispose old batteries as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
• Please note that some units are equipped with a battery safety strip. Remove the strip from the battery compartment before first use.

NOTE: The technical specifications for this product and the contents of the user manual are subject to change without notice.

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