Orbyx Electronics Nexxtech User Instructions

CMOS: GPL08 1A3-487A

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Suitable Model: C8236

6302000

User’s Instructions

RC WALL CLOCK
WITH INDOOR THERMOMETER

GETTING STARTED

1. Remove the battery door by slightly pressing the
knob downwards.

2. Insert one new AA size battery according to the
po l ari t y i nfo r mat i o n ma r ked o n t h e bat t ery
compartment.

3. Close the battery door.

4. When the battery is inserted, the normal LCD display
will be shown before entering the radio controlled
time reception mode.

5. The RC clock will automatically start scanning for
the radio controlled time signal in 8 seconds.

Note:

If there is no display on the LCD after inserting the battery,
try to replace with one new AA size battery or press the
“RESET” key. In some cases, you may not receive the RC
signal immediately. Due to the atmospheric disturbance,
the best reception often occurs during nighttime.

FUNCTION KEYS

RESET key:

MODE key:

SET key:

ADJUST key:

˚C/˚F key:

SNOOZE key:

PRODUCT SETTINGS/DISPLAY

1. LCD display

2. RESET

3. MODE key

4. SET key

5. ADJUST key

6. ˚C/˚F key

7. SNOOZE key

8. Wall-mounting holder

9. Table stand

10. Battery door

Press to return all values to default values.
In case of mal-function, the unit may
be required to reset.

Press to toggle between normal time mode
and alarm time mode.

Press to turn the alarm and snooze on/off.
Press to stop the current alarm when
the bell is ringing, and to turn off the alarm
and snooze function.

In normal time mode, press to switch
between Month/Date and Year display.
In alarm time mode, press to select
the proper time zone.
In setting mode, press to change the
setting values.

Press to switch between Celsius and
Fahrenheit.
Press and hold for 3 seconds to
rece ive the RC signal for reception
testing.

Press to stop the current alarm when
the bell is ringing.

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Normal Time Mode

1. Time

2. Date

3. Month

4. Time zone map

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5. Daylight savings time (DST)

6. Signal strength indicator

7. Day of the week

8. Temperature

Alarm Time Mode

1. Alarm time

2. Alarm icon

3. Snooze icon

4. Alarm mode

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DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME (DST)

The clock has been programmed to automatically switch
when the daylight savings time is in effect. If you live in an
area where DST is not observed, the time display on your
clock will read +/- for one hour during the DST period.

WWVB COVERAGE MAP

Radio Controlled Clock may not work in some

Note:

locations or areas.

SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR

The signal indicator displays signal strength in 4 levels.
Wave segment flashing means time signals are being
received. The signal quality is classified into four types:

If the RC clock receives the signal successfull

“ ” will appear on the LCD.

symbol

y, a sync-time

MINU TE sett ing

SECO ND set ting

12/2 4 HR se ttin g

MIN UTE se tt ing

If unit has not received the time signal the signal
strength symbol will disappear from the LCD display.

Note

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You may use the “˚C/˚F” key to receive the time:

signal manuall

y. Be cautious of using the RECEIVE
mode for an extended length of time. The RECEIVE
mode will be shut off automatically in 6-12 minutes.
The RECEIVE mode consumesmore battery power,
which may reduce the battery lifetime.

2. Due to the radio frequency interference, the unit may
not obtain a communication link and can only returnto
the normal receiving condition when the interference
stops.

TIME ZON E SETTIN G

The default time zone is PACIFIC. If your location is not
in the Pacific zone, set the time zone as follows:

1. In normal time mode, press the “MODE” key to enter

the alarm time mode.

2. In alarm time mode, press the “ADJUST” key to

select the proper time zone: P=Pacific M=Mountain
C=Central E=Eastern

3. Press the “MODE” key to save and exit the setting

mode, or let it exit automatically 30 seconds later
without pressing any key.

TIME AND CA LENDAR SET TING

If you are out of the reach of the Radio Con tro lled
transmitter or if the reception is not reachable, the time
can be set manuall
is received again, the clock will automatically synchronize
with the exact time.

1. In normal time mode, press and hold the “SET” key

for 3 seconds until the HOUR digit flashes.

2. Press the “ADJUST” key to change the value of

the flashing HOUR digit.

3. Repeat the above operation to set the time and

calendar in this order: Hour > Minute > Second >
12/24 Hr > Year > Month > Date.

4. Press the “MODE” key to save and exit the setting

mode, or let it exit automatically 30 seconds later
without pressing any key.

NORMA L displ ay HOUR setti ng

DATE sett ing

MONTH sett ing

y. As soon as the signal of transmitter

YEAR s ettin g

ALARM TI ME SETTIN G

1. In normal time mode, press the “MODE” key once

to enter the alarm time mode.

2. Press and hold the “SET” key for 3 seconds until

the HOUR digit flashes.

3. Press the “ADJUST” key to change the value of

the flashing HOUR digit.

4. Repeat the above operations to set the alarm Minute.

5. Press the “MODE” key to save and exit the setting
mode, or let it exit automatically 30 seconds later
without pressing any key.

ALA RM Mod e HOU R sett in g

Note:

The alarm will be turned on automatically when you set
the alarm time.

USING THE A LARM AND SN OOZE FUNCT IONS

1. Set the alarm time as described in the previous
section.

2. Activate the Alarm by pressing the “SET” key once
so that the bell icon “

3. Activate the Snooze by pressing the “SET” key twice
so that the snooze icon “

4. To de-activate the Alarm and Snooze, press the
“SET” key again until both icons disappear.

“ appears.

“ appears.

Note:

1. When the snooze function is activated, the 4-step
crescendo alarm will sound 5 times in 5-minute
interval. The alarm duration is 60 seconds.

2. Press the “SNOOZE” key to stop the current alarm;
press the “SET” key to turn off the alarm and snooze.

USING THE TABLE STAND AND WALL-MOUNT ING
FUNCTIO N

The cloc k has both the deskto p and wall -moun ti ng
structures. You can place the clock on the desktop by its
table stand or hang it on the wall by its recessed hanger.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

When the LCD becomes dim, replace with one new AA
size battery at once. Pay attention to the battery polarity.

Note:

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

Suggestion:

Make sure you read the instructions before operating this
clock. We have developed this sophisticated
instrument for the best reception performance; however,
the signal transmitted from USA Atomic Clock transmitter
will be affected in certain situations. We advise you to
note the following instructions:

1. It is strongly recommended to start this clock at night
and let the clock receive the signal automatically
at midnight.

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 areas such as airports, basements and
tower blocks, may not receive the RC signal.

5. Do not start reception in a moving vehicle such as
an automobile or train.

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