Congratulations on your selection of the Oregon
Scientific Maranello Radio-Controlled Projection
Clock with Indoor and Outdoor Temperature
(FSP-301). This powerful device bundles time
keeping, alarm, projection, indoor and wireless
outdoor temperature measurement features.
Keep this manual handy as you use your new product.
It contains practical step-by-step instructions, as well
as technical specifications and warnings you should
know.
In this box, you will find:
·Main unit
·Remote unit
·Batteries
·AC/DC power adapter
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
TOP VIEW
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EN
DESCRIPTIONS
1. Snooze / Light ( 13, 16)
2. Channel ( 9, 14)
3. Memory ( 14)
4. Projection lens ( 17)
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EN
LCD DISPLA Y
DESCRIPTIONS
1. Low Battery icon( 8)
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2
3
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2. Weather Forecast ( 13)
3. RF Reception Signal ( 10)
4. Clock ( 10)
5. Date / Alarm / Alarm Type ( 10-12)
6. Remote Sensor (9, 14)
7. T emperature Trend ( 16)
8. Temperature (14)
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FRONT VIEW
EN
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
1. Clock – set time / date or view seconds / day of
week ( 9, 11)
2. Up / Down – increase / decrease setting
or activate / deactivate auto-synchronization
( 9, 11)
3. Alarm – set / activate / deactivate alarm( 12)
4. Projector ( 16)
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BACK VIEW
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DESCRIPTIONS
1. Projector focus knob ( 17)
2. 180˚ rotation (flip image) button ( 17)
3. Image rotation button ( 17)
4. ˚C/ ˚F switch ( 9, 15)
5. Projector switch ( 17)
6. Radio signal format switch ( 10)
7. Reset button ( 18)
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NOTE
AC power adapter and battery
compartment not shown.
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REMOTE UNIT
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DESCRIPTIONS
1. Temperature ( 14)
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4
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2. LED indicator ( 10, 15)
3. Channel number ( 9, 14)
4. ˚C/˚F switch ( 9, 15)
5. Reset button ( 18)
6. Channel switch ( 9, 14)
7. Batteries ( 8)
8. Battery compartment ( 8)
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GETTING STARTED
BATTERIES
Batteries for the remote and main units are supplied
with this product. Replace them whenever the low
battery signal ( ) displays. The battery door is
located on the bottom of the main unit. Use a small
Phillips screwdriver to remove the remote unit
compartment lid. Be sure to match the correct
polarity, as shown in the battery compartment. After
you change the batteries, press the RESET button
with the point of a blunt object (such as a ball point
pen).
Insert the batteries in the remote unit before
NOTE
you set up the main unit. Do not use rechargeable
batteries.
AC POWER ADAPTER
An AC power adapter is supplied for use with this
product. Y ou must connect the power adapter if you
wish to use the continuous projection feature. The
jack is located next to the battery compartment.
NOTE
If the AC power becomes unavailable, the unit
will automatically switch to battery power.
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CHANGE SETTINGS
Press and hold CLOCK or ALARM for 2 seconds to
enter setting mode. Then, press UP or DOWN
to change each setting. Press and hold to enter fastsetting mode. Press CLOCK or ALARM to switch
between settings.
REMOTE UNIT SET UP
Up to 3 remote units can be used with this product to
monitor outdoor temperature. The measurement unit
(˚C or ˚F) and channel number (1, 2, or 3) switches
are located in the battery compartment, and should
be set prior to installation.
Additional remote units sold separately. If you
NOTE
are using more than one remote unit, be sure to select
a different channel number for each unit.
INSTALLATION
Mount the remote unit on a flat surface using the
recess hole on the back of the unit.
For best results:
·Before you insert the batteries, select the
measurement unit and channel number first.
·Place the unit out of direct sunlight and moisture.
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·Do not place the remote unit more than 20 – 30
meters (60 – 90 feet) from the main (indoor) unit.
·Position the unit so that it faces the main (indoor)
unit. Minimize obstructions such as doors, walls,
and furniture.
You may need to experiment with various locations
to get the best reception.
CLOCK
This product can automatically synchronize the date
and time with official time-keeping organizations in
Frankfurt (Germany) and Rugby (England). When the
unit is within 1500 km (932 miles) of a RF signal, the
reception icon will blink during reception.
SET RADIO SIGNAL FORMAT
The RADIO SIGNAL FORMAT switch is located on
the back of the product. Select EU (DCF) or UK
(MSF). Then, press RESET to reset the unit.
Reception takes 2 – 10 minutes to complete. Once
complete, the icon will stop blinking.
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Strong signal Weak signal No signal
For best results, place the unit away from metal
NOTE
or electrical objects, and near a window with a clear
view to the sky.
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TO DISABLE OR ENABLE AUTOSYNCHRONIZATION
Press DOWN for 2 seconds to disable the auto-
synchronization. The unit will not respond to radio
signals until you reactivate the synchronization.
T o enable auto-reception, press UP for 2 seconds.
SET OR CHANGE THE CLOCK
Clock auto-synchronization must be deactivated
before you manually set the clock.
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EN
1. Press and hold CLOCK for 2 seconds to enter
setting mode.
2. Select the 12/24-hour format, hour, minute, year ,
date/month format, month, date, and display
language. Press UP or DOWN to change
the setting. Press CLOCK to confirm.
The language options are (E) English, (F)
NOTE
French, (D) German, (I) Italian, and (S) Spanish.
VIEW DA Y OF WEEK OR SECONDS
Press CLOCK.
ALARM
When activated, the Beep Alarm starts quietly, then
gradually becomes louder until it crescendos at 1
minute. It shuts off at two minutes. The LCD display
lights up for the first 5 seconds.
SET ALARM
1. Press and hold ALARM for 2 seconds to enter
setting mode.
2. Select the hour, minute, and alarm type ( for
Beep Alarm or for Ferrari Engine). Press
UP or DOWN to change the setting.
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3. Press ALARM to confirm.
SNOOZE
Press SNOOZE/LIGHT to temporarily disable the
alarm for 8 minutes. The alarm icon will blink while
Snooze is activated.
TO TURN THE ALARM OFF OR ON
Press CLOCK, UP or DOWN.
T o turn the alarm of f completely (deactivate it for the
next day), press DOWN when the alarm time is
displayed. Press UP to activate the alarm again.
WEATHER FORECAST
This product forecasts the next 12 to 24 hours of
weather within a 30 to 50 km (19 - 31 mile) radius
with 70 to 75 percent accuracy. The weather forecast
is always displayed.
Clear Cloudy Rainy
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Partly
Cloudy
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TEMPERATURE
With the press of a button, you can check the current
indoor or outdoor temperature, trend, and record
measurements. Outdoor measurements are collected
by the remote unit.
VIEW MIN / MAX / CURRENT MEASUREMENTS
Press MEMORY.
CLEAR MIN / MAX MEASUREMENTS
Press and hold MEMORY for 2 seconds until a beep
sounds.
SELECT REMOTE UNIT CHANNEL
Press CHANNEL to switch between CHANNEL
1, 2, 3, or indoor. Or , press and hold for 2 seconds to
enter auto scan mode. If you select “Auto”, the
channel will change every 3 seconds. Press
CHANNEL or MEMORY again to deactivate this auto
function.
SENSOR SEARCHING
Press CHANNEL and MEMORY to manually activate
channel searching. The search icon will blink until
the remote signal is found, or the search period times
out.
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Searching No signal
NOTE
Signals from household electrical appliances
Strong signal
such as doorbells and home security systems can
cause temporary reception failures between the
indoor and outdoor units. This is normal and does
not affect the general performance of the product.
Reception will automatically resume once the
interference ends.
Check the remote unit batteries if no signal is
NOTE
found.
SET UNIT
The ˚C / ˚F switch is located on the back of the main
unit, and in the battery compartment for the remote
unit. Select ˚C or ˚F.
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TRENDS
The temperature trend arrow for the last 30 minutes
always displays.
BACKLIGHT
Press SNOOZE/LIGHT to illuminate the backlight for
5 seconds.
TrendT emperature
+ 0.5 ˚C
Steady
- 0.5 ˚C
PROJECTOR
This product has a built-in projector for viewing the
time.
The maximum projection range is 2 meters (6
NOTE
feet). The image gets larger the farther you display
it.
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PROJECT THE TIME
In a darkened room, press SNOOZE/LIGHT to
display the time for 5 seconds.
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FOCUS IMAGE
The FOCUS knob is located on the back of the unit.
Rotate to adjust.
MOVE IMAGE
Adjust the projector arm.
FLIP IMAGE
Press the 180˚ Rotation button while the projector
is on.
ROTA TE IMAGE
The ROTATION knob is located on the back of the
projector. Rotate to adjust.
CONTINUOUS PROJECTION
The AC power adapter must be plugged in to use
this feature ( 8). Slide the PROJECTOR switch
located on the back of the product to the ON position.
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RESET SYSTEM
The RESET buttons are located on the back of the
main unit, and in the battery compartment for the
remote unit. Press these buttons with the tip of a blunt
object (such as a ball point pen) whenever you
change the batteries, or whenever performance is
not behaving as expected (e.g., unable to establish
radio frequency link with remote unit or automatic
clock). This will return all settings to default value,
and you will lose any stored information (alarm and
clock settings).
SAFETY AND CARE
Wash the unit with a slightly damp cloth and mild
detergent. Avoid dropping the unit or placing it in a
location where the AC power adapter will be stepped
on.
WARNINGS
This product is designed to give you years of service
if handled properly. Observe the following guidelines:
·Never immerse the unit in water. This can cause
electrical shock and damage the unit.
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·Do not subject the main unit to extreme force,
shock, or fluctuations in temperature or humidity.
·Do not tamper with the internal components.
·Do not mix new and old batteries or batteries of
different types.
·Do not use rechargeable batteries with this
product.
·Remove the batteries if storing this product for a
long period of time.
·Do not scratch the LCD display.
·Do not make any changes or modifications to
this product. Unauthorized changes may void
your right to use the product.
·The contents of this user guide are subject to
change without notice.
·Images not drawn to scale. Colors may vary.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Check here before contacting our customer service
department.
Remedy
Change
language ( 11)
Disable autosynching ( 11)
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Problem
Calendar
Clock
Symptom
Strange day
of week
Cannot
change clock
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EN
Problem
Symptom
Cannot
auto-synch
Remedy
1. Adjust
batteries.
2. Press
RESET (18).
3.
Manually activate
auto-synch
(11).
If it still fails, you
may be too far from
a signal.
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Problem
Remote
unit
Temp
Symptom
Cannot locate
Shows “LLL”
or “HHH”
Remedy
Check batteries
( 8)
Check location
( 9)
Temperature is
out of range.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Main unit dimensions
L x W x H174 x 103 x 36 mm
Weight388 grams (0.86 lbs)
Remote unit dimensions
L x W x H92 x 60 x 20 mm
Weight100 grams (0.2 lb.)
Temperature
Unit˚C or ˚F
Indoor Range
(6.85 x 4.06 x 1.42 inches)
(with batteries)
(3.6 x 2.4 x 0.8 inches)
-5 ˚C to 50 ˚C(23 ˚F to 122 ˚F)
Outdoor Range-20 ˚C to 60 ˚C
Resolution0.1 ˚C (0.2 ˚F)
MemoryMinimum / maximum
Trend
Radio-controlled clock
SynchronizationAuto or disabled
Clock displayHH:MM:SS
Hour format12hr AM/PM (MSF format)
CalendarDD/MM or MM/DD user-
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(-4 ˚F to 140 ˚F)
+/-0. 5˚C change per 30 minutes
24hr (DCF format)
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electable; weekday selection
in 5 languages (E, D, F, I, S)
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AlarmFerrari Engine or Beep; 2
minute crescendo for Beep
Snooze8 minutes
Remote unit
RF frequency433 MHz
Range30 meters (98 feet) with no
obstructions
Transmissionevery 40 seconds
Channel No.1, 2, or 3
Unit˚C or ˚F
Power
Main unit3 x UM-3 (AA) 1.5V alkaline
batteries
AC/DC 6V power adapter
(for continuous projector)
Remote unit2 x UM-4 (AAA) 1.5V alkaline
batteries
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Visit our website (www.oregonscientific.com) to learn
more about your new product and other Oregon
Scientific products such as digital cameras, handheld organizers, health and fitness gear, and weather
stations. The website also includes contact
information for our customer service department, in
case you need to reach us.
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C-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This product contains the approved transmitter module TX 01 and
complies with the essential requirements of Article 3 of the R&TTE
1999/5/EC Directives, if used for its intended use and that the
following standard(s) has/have been applied:
Efficient use of radio frequency spectrum
(Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive)
applied standard(s)EN 300 220-1(2,3):1997
Electromagnetic compatibility
(Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE Directive)
applied standard(s)ETS 300 683:1997
Safety of information technology equipment
(Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE directive)
applied standard(s)EN 60950:1997
Additional information:
The product is therefore conform with the Low Voltage Directive
73/23/EC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EC and R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC (appendix II) and carries the respective CE marking.
VS-Villingen / Germany August 2001
Gerhard Preis
R&TTE Representative of manufacturer