Emerson CKT9087 User Manual

Dual Alarm AM/FM Clock Radio

®

with SmartSet
Auto Time Setting System

and Caller ID Telephone

(U.S. Patent No. 6,567,344)

OWNER’S MANUAL

CKT9087

Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com

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CAUTION

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrow­head symbol, within an equi­lateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BA C K), NO USE R
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO
Q U A LI F IE D S E R VI C E
PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within
an equilateral triangle is in­tended to alert the user to
the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in
the literature accompany­ing the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the
following:

1.) Read these instructions.

2.) Keep these instructions.

3.) Heed all warnings.

4.) Follow all instructions.

5.) Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

6.) Cleaning. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

8.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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11.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.

13.) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped. When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

14.) This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no
object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

15.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.

16.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.

17.) The product may be mounted to a wall only if recommended by the manufacturer.

18.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks.

19.) Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

20.) Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

21.) Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity
of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

22.) Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.

23.) Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instruction.

24.) Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local
codes for possible special disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Thank you .......................

for purchasing this Emerson Research SmartSet® Dual Alarm, Caller ID
Telephone Clock Radio.

This compact multi-function unit is designed to replace two separate devices
that you probably have on your night table now, but with special features
available only from Emerson Research. The patented SmartSet® Automatic
Time Setting System will set the clock to the correct year, month, day,
date, and time as soon as you plug it in, and after every power interruption.
It also automatically adjusts from Standard Time to Daylight Saving Time
through the year 2099! Leap Years too! The dual alarms can be set
separately to wake you to radio or buzzer, on weekdays only, weekends
only, or all seven days. The long life lithium battery is already installed and
it will maintain your settings from 5 to 8 years before it needs replacing.
And of course the large, super-bright ‘RED’ clock display is visible from
anywhere in your room.

The telephone handset has 13 memories for frequently dialed numbers,
including 3 one-touch, speed-dial buttons that you can use for emergency
numbers. The Caller ID system has a lighted display and an 80 number
Caller ID memory. You can automatically dial any number in the Caller ID
memory at the touch of a button. And of course we’ve included the Call
Waiting feature that will signal to let you know that another caller is trying
to reach you.

We have taken great care to insure that every component in your set was
in perfect working order when it left our factory. If, after reading this Owners
Manual, you have any problems with the set up or operation of this product,
please call the Emerson Consumer Products Customer Service Hotline
toll-free at 800-898-9020. The hours of operation are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Central Time.

Once again, from everyone at Emerson Radio Corporation, thanks for
purchasing this SmartSet® Telephone Clock Radio.

Note: Call Waiting and Caller ID are special subscription services
provided by your local telephone service provider. If you do not
have these services and you wish to subscribe, contact your local
telephone company for fees, terms, and conditions.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

• Avoid installing this unit in places
exposed to direct sunlight or close to
heat radiating appliances such as
electric heaters, on top of other stereo
equipment that radiates too much
heat, places lacking ventilation or dusty
areas, places subject to constant
vibration and/or humid or moist areas.

• Operate controls and switches as
described in the manual.

• Before turning on the power, make
certain that the power cord is properly
installed.

• When moving the set, be sure to first
disconnect the power cord and remove
cords connected to other equipment.

FCC INFORMATION

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 agains t 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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FCC wants you to know

This equipment complied with part 68 of the FCC rules and ACTA technical
requirements. On the bottom of the base of this equipment is a label that contains,
among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information
to your telephone company.

The USOC number of the registration jack for the equipment is RJ11C.
The FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this

equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network
or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is TIA/EIA-IS-968
complaint.

If your telephone equipment caused harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you
in advance. But, if advance notice isn’t practical, you will be notified as soon as
possible. You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations
or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they
do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain
uninterrupted telephone service. If you experience trouble with this telephone
equipment, the telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment
from the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that
the equipment is not malfunctioning.

This equipment cannot be used on telephone company provided coin service.
Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs.

This equipment is hearing aid compatible.

Warnings:

• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

• When your telephone is not in use, make sure the handset is engaged into the
base unit.

• If it is determined that your telephone is malfunctioning, the FCC required that
it be disconnected from the modular outlet until the problem has been corrected.

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)

The Ringer Equivalence Number is used to determine how many devices can be
connected to your home telephone line. The REN of this unit is 1.0B. The total
REN of all the devices connected to your line should not exceed 5.0.
If you exceed this total then one or more of the devices may not ring when a call is
received.

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PREPARATION FOR USE

UNPACKING AND SET-UP

• This carton contains the telephone clock radio base unit, the telephone
handset, the coiled cord that connects that handset to the base unit,
and the straight telephone line cord that connects the telephone base
unit to your telephone wall jack. Make sure that you remove all of the
components from the carton and that nothing is accidentally thrown
away with the packing materials.

Remove all the packing materials from the individual components.

• We suggest that you save the packing materials, if possible, in the
event that the unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the
original carton and packing material is the only way to properly protect
the unit from possible shipping damage.

• Note the serial number on the bottom of your unit and write this number
in the space provided on Warranty Page of this manual.

• Place the base unit on a stable, level surface such as a table, desk,
stand, etc, out of direct sunlight, away from sources of excess heat,
dust, vibration, moisture, or humidity, and convenient to a 120V/60Hz
AC outlet and a telephone wall jack.

• Unwind the AC power cord and extend it to its full length. This is
important. The FM antenna is built into the AC power cord.

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Installing The Telephone Memory Back-up Battery

SLIDE TO OPEN

This unit requires a 9-Volt battery, not included, to maintain the telephone caller ID
and speed-dial number memories in the event of a temporary power interruption.
Be sure to use a well-known brand of alkaline battery for longest life and best
performance. If you do not install the back up battery, any numbers that you have
entered into the speed dialing memories, and numbers that have been automatically
recorded in the caller ID memories, may be erased if the AC power supply is
interrupted.

Install the telephone memory back-up battery as follows:

1.) Turn the telephone base unit upside-down. To prevent scratches to the base

unit, place it on a soft surface such as a towel or blanket as you perform this
procedure.

2.) Press down on the engraved “arrow” on the

battery compartment door and slide the door
in the direction of the arrow to remove it.

3.) Attach the 9-volt battery to the terminals

of the battery harness as shown.
It can only be attached one way.

4.) Push the battery back into the battery compartment and replace the battery

door. Turn the base unit right side up again.

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Low Battery Indication ( )

When the 9-Volt battery becomes weak, a low battery-warning indicator will
appear in the Caller ID display.

When you see this indicator you should replace the 9-Volt battery as soon as
possible. To avoid losing the numbers stored in the handset memory or the Caller
ID memory, leave the base unit connected to the AC outlet while you are changing
the battery.

Connecting The Telephone Cords

Line Cord

Unwind the straight telephone line cord. First connect one end of this cord to the
modular socket marked “ LINE” on the back of the telephone base unit. Then connect
the other end of the cord to your telephone wall jack.

Telephone Wall Jack.

Push the modular plugs all the way in to the sockets until a ‘click’ is heard and the
cords are locked in place.

Note: If you have some other type of telephone jack, such as a 3-pin connector
jack, you will have to buy an appropriate modular to 3-pin connector plug,
available wherever telephone accessories are sold.

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Coiled Handset Cord

First connect one end of the coiled cord to the modular socket on the bottom of the
handset. Then connect the other end of the coiled cord to the socket marked
“HANDSET” on the back of the telephone base unit.

Push the modular plugs all the way into the sockets until a click is heard and the
plugs are locked in place.

Disconnecting The Telephone Cords

To disconnect either the straight cord or the coiled cord from the modular sockets,
squeeze the plastic locking tab on the plug to release the lock and pull the plug out
of the socket.

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POWER SOURCE

AC Outlet

The model is designed to operate on 120V AC 60Hz house current only. Attempting
to operate this model by any other power source could cause damage to the unit,
and such damage is not covered by your warranty.

Make sure that you connect the power cord to an AC outlet that is always ‘live’. Do
not connect to an AC outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. This SmartSet
clock radio uses a long life lithium battery to maintain the time and alarm setting
during temporary power interruptions. When the clock radio is connected to a ‘live’
AC outlet the back-up battery goes into a ‘standby’ mode to preserve power.
Therefore keep the unit connected to a ‘live’ outlet at all times to extend the life of
the lithium battery.

You will note that this system is equipped
with a polarized AC power plug having
one blade wider than the other. This is a
safety feature. If this plug does not fit into
your existing AC outlet, do not try to
defeat this safety feature by filing the
wide blade to mak e it fit into your outlet.
If this plug will not fit into your outlet, you
probably have an out-dated non­polarized AC outlet. You should have
your outlet changed by a qualified
licensed electrician.

AC Plug

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PROTECT YOUR FURNITURE

This model is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from
moving when you operate the controls. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating
rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your
furniture. However certain types of oil based furniture polishes, wood preservatives,
or cleaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften, and leave marks or a
rubber residue on the furniture. To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly
recommend that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware
stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the
bottom of the rubber 'feet' before you place the product on fine wooden furniture.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

TOP PANEL

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12
11

10

9
8
7

6
5

4
3
2

1

BACK PANEL

25

24

23

13

14

15
16

17
18
19

20
21

22

LEFT SIDE PANEL

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34

31

28

2930

RIGHT SIDE PANEL

35

11

27

36

26

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