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Sunrise System®Dawn Simulator
www.morningsunrise.com
the natural, stress free way to wake up
SRS 260
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In This Guide
Introduction 3
Product features 3 - 4
Important safety information 4
Sunrise System front and LCD display layout 4
Setting up instructions 5 - 8
Programming table 9
Troubleshooting tips 10
Support and warranty 10
Technical specifications 11
Sunrise System Dawn Simulator
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Sunrise System Dawn Simulator SRS 260. You will now be able to
enjoy the relaxation benefits and many features of the Sunrise System - one of the most natural
and stress free ways of awakening.The Sunrise System can be set to imperceptibly simulate a
sunrise and sunset.The sunrise brightens the room gradually, gently waking the sleeper and the
sunset slowly dims the room, helping the user to relax and ease into a restful and natural sleep.
The SRS 260 has a built in stereo AM/FMradio, weather band radio (US models only) and MP3
player with an external card slot which allows the user to listen or wake up to relaxing sounds,
music, talking books or a downloaded radio programme.
To enjoy the full benefits of your Sunrise System Dawn Simulator please read this manual carefully,
particularly the safety information on page 4. If you do have initial queries, try the troubleshooting
information at the end of this manual or visit our website: www.morningsunrise.com
The Sunrise System can be set to meet your own individual lifestyle requirements so take the time
to look at the full list of features which begin below:
Product Features
• Sunrise: simulates a sunrise over a period of 15, 30, 45, 60,75 or 90 minutes.
Set to suit your preference.
• Sunset (sleep timer button): simulates a sunset over a period of 5 - 90 minutes.
Set to suit your preference.
• The SRS 260 has a built in stereo MP3 player with external SD card slot. SD cards up to 32GB
can be used. Wake up or relax to the gently progressive volume of nature sounds (supplied on
FREE SD card) or your own choice of music.
• SRS 260 comes with a FREE SD card with 7 pre-recorded sounds - bird song, rain forest, the
sea, stream, thunderstorm and whale song.
• Digital FM/AM radio.
• Weather band radio (USAmodel only).
• The audible wake up can be disabled if you prefer to wake to the Sunrise System without MP3,
or radio.
• All functions of the Sunrise System 260 are indicated on the large backlit multicolour LCD
display to clearly show the function being altered.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all Warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Use in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not place near any heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not disregard 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 upon or pinched, particularly at sockets and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all ser vicing to qualified service personnel or the manufacturer. Your warranty may be affected if you
dismantle the product. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,such as
power supply cord or plug damage, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, the apparatus does not operate normally or has been
dropped.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture
C
AUTION*
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICING
TAKE PRODUCT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
The exclamation mark within an equilateral triangle is intended to aler t the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (ser vicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
* A Caution Marking is located on the
bottom of this appliance.
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.
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Setting Up and Using the Sunrise System 260
Setting the Language
When the SRS 260 is plugged in for the first time or after a factory reset, the SRS 260 will prompt
the user to set the language.The display will show ENGLISH LANGUAGE. Momentarily press the
up or down buttons to select the required language then press MENU to go on and set the time
and date or press SNOOZE to exit the setup menu.To change the language again after it has been
set, a factory reset must be performed. See factory reset instructions on page 10 of this user guide.
PPlleeaassee NNoottee::
The SRS 260 will come out of Setup Mode automatically if no button is pressed for
12 seconds or if you press the zzZ (SNOOZE) button.
Setting the Time
Press the MENU button until the display shows 12 HOUR CLOCK or 24 HOUR CLOCK the
current time will also be shown on the display.Momentarily press the light up or down buttons to
set the clock in 1 minute increments or press and hold the up or down buttons to set the clock in
10 minute increments. Press the Display button to change 12 or 24 hour mode.
Setting the Alarm or Sunrise Time
The Sunrise System 260 can be set to imperceptibly simulate a sunrise, it is designed to use the
natural light progression of the ‘s’ or sigmoidal curve.The simulated sunrise brightens the room
gradually, gently waking the sleeper. To set the wake up time press the MENU button until the
display shows MONDAY ALARMTIME, the alarm time will also be shown on the display.
Momentarily press the light up or down buttons to set the time in one minute increments or press
and hold the up or down buttons to set the clock in 10 minute increments. Repeat this procedure
for each day of the week.
Setting the Date
Press the MENU button until the display shows YEAR, the current date will also be shown with
the year segment flashing. Momentarily press the up or down buttons to set the year or press and
hold the up or down buttons to quickly skip through the year. Repeat this procedure for the month
and date, the display will show MONTH and DATE in place of YEAR.
To change the date format from European (DD/MM/YYYY) to American (MM/DD/YYYY) press the
DISPLAY button once whilst setting up the Year, Month or Date.
Please Note:
The weekday and Leap year are automatically calculated by the SRS260 therefore
there is no need to adjust them manually.
• Full seven day alarm is provided to allow the user to set different times (if desired) on the
alarm for different days of the week.The factory programmed time for all seven days is 07:00am.
• A night light feature has also been included and the night light is user adjustable.
• A security feature that randomly turns the lamp full on and off between the times of 8:00pm
and 8:00am can be set to operate when you are away from home.
• Power fail backup is provided on all functions for power cuts to the home electricity supply or if the
Sunrise System is inadvertently disconnected.
• Easy to read text display shows time and date, MP3 track, radio frequency.
• The day of the week and Leap years are automatically calculated.
• Option to select a language of your choice. Choose between Danish, English, Finnish, Flemish,
French, German, Norwegian, Spanish or Swedish.
• Built in 60W light (E14 socket UK, EU & E12 socket USA) use of daylight bulb optional.
• The SRS 260 is supplied with an energy saving halogen light bulb.
IMPORTANT Safety Instructions
• NEVER immerse the Sunrise System or the wiring of the product in water.
• Do NOT replace the bulb in the Sunrise System whilst the product is connected to the
mains power supply. The Sunrise System will retain all settings if there is no power supply to
the clock.
• Use ONLY regular tungsten light bulbs or tungsten halogen light bulbs. Do NOT use energy
saving fluorescent bulbs or non standard bulbs.
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Sunrise System 260 Front and LCD Display Layout
‘Down’ button
(for dimming lamp manually)
‘Up’ button
(for increasing light
manually)
Snooze button. In alarm mode use
to control the lamp, MP3 and alarm
buzzer. In normal mode use to
switch lamp on/off
‘Down’ button
(for dimming light manually)
Preset Buttons
Alarm Button
Display Control - colour and
backlight intensity
Sunset / Sleep Timer Button
MP3 On/Off Radio AM/FM/WB
Forward / TuneStop / Off
Rewind / Tune
Menu Button
Volume
Headphone Socket
Night Light Button
Security Mode Button
‘Up’ button
(for increasing light manually)
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Setting the Sunrise Duration
Press the MENU button until the display shows 15 MINUTES SUNRISE for example.The Sunrise
duration can be set to 15, 30, 45, 60, 75 or 90 minutes. See Setting a Wake Up Sound instruction
later in the user guide if you like to wake up with Sunrise and Sound.
Exiting Menu
Press the SNOOZE button or wait 12 seconds.
Using the Night Light
Momentarily press the NIGHTLIGHT button to enable the Night Light, the display will show
NIGHTLIGHT ON and the Night Light icon will be displayed.To disable the Night Light press the
NIGHTLIGHT button momentarily. Press the NIGHTLIGHT button again the display will show
NIGHTLIGHT OFF and the Night Light icon will no longer be displayed.
Please Note:
When the Night Light is enabled it will not be possible to dim the light below the
preset Night Light level.
Setting the Night Light Level
First ensure the Night Light is off (see above). Press the light up or down buttons to brighten or
dim the attached lamp at the required light level then press and hold the NIGHTLIGHT button for
approximately 2 seconds until the display will show NIGHTLIGHT LEVEL for 2 seconds and the
new setting will be stored.
Please Note:
If the Night Light is on it will not be possible to set the Night Light level.
Using the Reading Light
Press the light up or down buttons to set the lamp to the required light level. If the Sunrise has
not started or the alarm is not activated pressing the SNOOZE button will switch the lamp on at
full brightness or off if the lamp is already on, the display will show LAMP ON or LAMP OFF.
Display Backlight Colour and Light Level
Press the DISPLAY button, the display will show BACKLIGHT together with the current backlight
intensity setting.To adjust the display backlight intensity press the light up or down buttons within 5
seconds while the display is showing BACKLIGHT.
Press the DISPLAY button again to cycle through the available backlight colours.To enter a colour
change mode, (where colour of backlight changes randomly) press and hold the DISPLAY button
until the display shows RANDOM BACKLIGHT. To cancel the random backlight mode, press the
DISPLAY button again. The display colour and intensity level will return to the setting chosen
prior to entering random backlight mode.
Please Note:
The backlight intensity cannot be adjusted whilst the random backlight mode is active.
Security Mode
Security mode switches the lamp on and off at random times between 8pm and 8am.To enable
this feature simply press the security button with the house icon, located on the front panel.The
display will show SECURITY ON for 2 seconds, the security house icon will be visible on the
display if security is set to ON.
NO
TE: If the alarm is ON (indicated by the alarm clock icon on the display) it is not possible to
set the security mode.
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Media Card
The SRS 260 can accept SD and SDHC cards. Insert the
card into the side of the SRS 260 with contacts facing
down, pressing inward with a light pressure until the card
clicks into place, the display will show READING CARD this
typically takes about 2 seconds but could be as long as 1
minute with some cards. If the display shows CARD
ERROR then ensure the card is correctly inserted and the
card contacts are clean also ensure the card is formatted
correctly and that there are MP3 tracks stored on the card.
Please Note:
The card must be formatted as FAT(FAT16) or
FAT32 and contain .mp3 files in the root folder “/” directory
of the card. MP3 tracks in separate folders / directories will
be ignored.
MP3 Player
Press the MP3 button to begin playing MP3 tracks. If the radio was on it will be switched off automatically.If the display shows INSERT CARD refer to the Media Card section of this guide.
The display will show MP3 PLAYER together with information about the MP3 track if available, for
example song title, artist and composer. If no information is available the display will show NO
TITLE. Providing the media card has not been removed and the SRS 260 has not been
disconnected the MP3 will begin playing from the start of the last played track. To change the
current MP3 track being listened to, momentarily press the forward < or > backward buttons to
select a previous or next MP3 track or press and hold the < or > buttons to quickly skip by 10
MP3 tracks.The display will show the current track number and the maximum file number for
example: 00003 / 00040 would indicate that track (or file) 3 of a possible 40 tracks is selected.
To stop the MP3 playback press the STOP button.The display will show STOPPED for 2 seconds.
AM/FM/WB* Radio
Press the AM/FM button to switch on the radio.The radio will switch on to the last radio band
and tuned frequency that was selected. If the MP3 player was playing it will stop automatically.
The display will show the selection, 87.50 MHz FM RADIO for example.
Press the rewind/tune < or > forward/tune buttons to change the tuned frequency. To change the
radio band from FM, AM or WB* (weather band) press the AM/FM button again.
* Note:Weather band is only available on US models.
To switch off the radio press the STOP button, the display will show RADIOOFF for 2 seconds.
Storing Presets AM/FM Radio
Switch on the AM/FMradio by pressing R button then tune to the desired frequency using the
tune < or > buttons. Next press and hold one of the preset buttons 1 to 5.The display will show
PRESET STORED for 2 seconds.
NO
TE: If the preset was previously assigned it will be overwritten by the new preset selection.
The FM band has 5 presets and the AM band has 5 presets.
Storing Presets MP3
Press and hold one of the preset buttons whilst listening to a MP3 file.The display will show
PRESET STORED for 2 seconds.
MP3 SD card slot
- Insert card
gently with
contacts of
card facing
down.To
remove
card push
in gently
and card
will pop
out.
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No Wake Up Sound
Press Stop then press and hold the Alarm button until the display shows ALARM SOUND OFF.
Activating Alarm / Sunrise
To enable the alarm, momentarily press the ALARM button.The display will show ALARM ON
together with the alarm day and alarm time. The alarm clock icon will also be displayed to
indicate the alarm clock is enabled.The alarm day and time will be displayed while the SRS 260 is
in an idle condition, i.e. Not in a Set Up Menu, when no radio or MP3 is playing.
Please Note:
If there is insufficient time to complete a full sunrise the alarm will automatically be
set for the following day.
When the alarm has begun to activate or is sounding, momentarily press the ALARMbutton to
cancel the alarm for the day. The alarm clock will automatically be reset for the following day.
To switch the alarm clock off (providing the alarm has not begun to activate) momentarily press
the ALARM button (press ALARM twice if the alarm has begun to activate) the display will show
ALARM OFF for 2 seconds and the alarm clock icon will no longer be displayed.
When the alarm is on, the alarm day and time will be shown on the display while the radio and
MP3 are off, for example MON07:00am and if a Wake Up Sound is programmed the sound type
will be appended to the alarm time for example MON 07:00am))MP3.
When the alarm is activated the sunrise will start prior to the alarm time set, for example if 15
minutes sunrise duration is selected the sunrise will begin 15 minutes before the alarm time.
Sunset (Sleep Timer)
The sunset duration can be set in increments of 5 minutes up to a maximum of 90 minutes.To set
the sleep timer, momentarily press the SLEEP button, the display will show 05 MINUTES SLEEP
TIMER for example. Press repeatedly until the desired sunset duration is displayed. Press and hold
the SLEEP button to cancel the sleep timer.While the sleep timer is active the SNOOZE icon will
flash on the display. If the lamp is on at full brightness it will begin fading down over the selected
sunset duration, at the end of this time the radio or MP3 player (if on) will switch off.
Programming Table
No of Presses Result
of MENU button (First setting is the Default)
1 CLOCK SET
2 MONDAY ALARM TIME
3 TUESDAY ALARM TIME
4 WEDNESDAY ALARM TIME
5 THURSDAY ALARM TIME
6 FRIDAY ALARM TIME
7 SATURDAY ALARM TIME
8 SUNDAY ALARM TIME
9 MP3 ALARM SOUND
10 YEAR
11 MONTH
12 DATE
13 SUNRISE 15, 30, 45, 60, 75, 90
NO
TE: If the preset was previously assigned it will be overwritten by the new track number.
The MP3 has 5 presets.
Recalling Presets AM/FM Radio
Switch on the AM/FMradio by pressing R button then press one of the preset buttons 1 to 5,
if the preset has been assigned then the stored station will be tuned.
NO
TE: If a preset is empty the screen will show PRESET EMPTY.
Recalling Presets MP3
Press the MP3 button (triangle) and the MP3 player will start, press one of the preset buttons 1 to
5, if the preset has been assigned the stored file will begin to play.
NO
TE: If a preset is empty the screen will show PRESET EMPTY.
Listening Volume
To adjust the volume turn the volume control wheel on the side of the Sunrise System forward or
backward.There are 16 sound levels from zero. If zero sound is selected (no bars) the speakers
will be muted.
Headphone Socket
NO
TE: Before connecting headphones turn the VOLUME to a low setting.The headphones must
have a stereo 3.5mm plug fitted, DO NOT use a mono plug as damage may occur to the unit.
Plug your headphones into the headphone socket on the front of the unit.The speakers will
automatically cut out and the sound will be played through the headphones.
Setting a Wake Up Sound
The wake up sound will begin when the Sunrise starts and gradually increase in volume reaching
the maximum user set volume at the alarm time.You can set the radio or the MP3 pLayer as your
wake up sound or choose not to have a wake up sound.
Setting the radio as a Wake Up Sound
Switch the radio on and tune it to the desired band AM, FM or WB* and frequency. Next set the
desired maximum volume. Press and hold the ALARM button until the display shows FM RADIO
ALARM SOUND ON, for example.The Wake Up sound selection is now stored.The radio can
now be switched off if preferred.
*Note:Weather band is only available on US models.
Setting the MP3 player as a Wake Up Sound
There are three MP3 wake up modes:
1. Continuous Play.Choose this if you wish the SRS 260 to play from the last track played.
2. Repeat Track. Plays from a specific track. Choose this to repeat the same track over and over.
3. Repeat Daily. Plays from a specific track each day. Choose this to start from the same track
every day.
To play from a specific track, start the MP3 player and select the required track using the forward
< or > rewind buttons. Next set the desired maximum wake up volume. Press and hold the
ALARM button, the display will show MP3 PLAYER ALARM SOUND.The MP3 Wake Up sound
has 3 different options available from the setup menu, see above. Press MENU until the display
shows MP3 ALARMSOUND then press the up or down light buttons to select the way you want
the Wake Up sound to play, Continuous Play, Repeat Track or Repeat Daily.
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SRS 260 Default Settings and Ranges
Time and date: EU/UK Models 12:00 01/01/12 (1st January 2012)
US Model 12:00 pm 01/01/12 (January 1st 2012)
Display colour: White
Display level: 50%
Volume: 50%
FM: 87.5 ~ 108.0 MHz
WB: US model only 162.400 ~ 162.550 MHz
AM: EU/UK Models 522 ~ 1710 kHz (9 kHz step)
US Model 520 ~ 1710 kHz (10 kHz step)
Night Level: 20% approximately
Night Light: Off
Security: Off
Alarm Clock: Off
Alarm Time: EU/UK Models 07:00 (Monday - Sunday)
US Model 07:00am (Monday - Sunday)
MP3 Player: Maximum bit rate is 320Kbps
5 Presets.
Speaker Output: 2.0W RMS (4.0 PMPO) stereo
Headphone socket: 3.5mm stereo
Sunrise System Compliance (USA models
)
RoHS and WEEE compliant.
Technical Specifications SRS 260 US
General: For use in USA (European model also available)
Dimensions: Approximately 5 1/5” (width) x 10 1/5”(height) x 5” (depth)
Power supply: 110V-120V AC, 60Hz
Lamp: Tungsten bulb only. E12 Screw Candle - up to max 60W 110V-120V
Sunrise System Compliance (Eur
opean models)
RoHS and WEEE compliant.
This equipment complies with the requirements of the EMC Directive 2007/C225/01
In demonstration of conformance with the Essential Requirements for Safety and Electro-magnetic
Compatibility covered by the above directive, the product meets the following standards:
Safety EN 60335-2 - 26: 2002/A1:2008
Electro Magnetic EN 61000-6-1:2007
Compatibility EN 61000-6-3 :2007
Technical Specifications SRS 260 UK / EU
General: For use in Europe. (USA model also available).
Dimensions: 140mm (width) x 270mm (height) x 130mm (depth)
Power supply: 230V AC, 50Hz
Lamp: Tungsten bulb only. E14 Screw Candle - up to max 60W 230V
CE marked. Complied with EMC (2007/C 225/01) and Low Voltage Directives (2008/C 28/01)
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Troubleshooting Tips
Factory Reset Procedure
To reset the SRS 260 back to factory default settings follow the instructions below:
1. Unplug the SRS260 from the mains supply.
2. Press and hold the MENUbutton and plug the SRS 260 back into the mains supply while still
holding the MENU button.
3. The display will show VERSION1.00 for example. Now release the MENU button.
4. After a short delay the SRS 260 will star t up with defaults loaded.
How do I generate a Sunrise?
The Sunrise works in conjunction with the alarm time, first set the alarm time (see page 5 ), then
choose the desired Sunrise duration from the menu (e.g set to 15 min). Activate the alarm by
pressing the alarm button (front right).The Sunrise will start 15 minutes before the alarm time
and the lamp will be at full brightness after 15 minutes (when a Sunrise duration of 15 minutes is
chosen).
How do I generate a Sunset?
Press the light UP button until the lamp is set to the desired brightness level or press the zzZ
SNOOZE button to turn lamp full on.To activate the Sunset just press the sleep button
repeatedly until the desired sunset duration is displayed from 5 - 90mins.The lamp will slowly dim
and switch off. The sunset time can be set between 5 - 90 minutes. If the radio or MP3 is playing
either will switch off after the sunset period.
How do I switch the light off after a sunrise?
Press the ALARM button to switch the alarm off, then press the zzZ SNOOZE button to dim the
lamp.
Where can I purchase SD cards and accessories for my Sunrise System?
SD cards, card readers, light bulbs, sleep aids and sleep sound cards are available to purchase
online at the Sunrise System webshop: www.morningsunrise.com
Can I use any light bulb in the lamp of my SRS 260?
No, you must use a regular tungsten or tungsten halogen light bulb up to 60W maximum.The
Sunrise System will not work properly if an energy saver or fluorescent bulb is used. A daylight
bulb of the correct type may also be used. See technical specification of bulb for UK/EU or US
model on page 11. Light bulbs and further info available on the Sunrise System website.
Sunrise System Support
You can contact the Sunrise System team and find out more about the benefits of using the
Sunrise System dawn simulator by visiting our website: www.morningsunrise.com
You will also find a Q&A section on our website.
Warranty
Gullwing Ltd. warrants to the end user that this product will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship in the course of normal use for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
Gullwing Ltd. does not accept liability for improper or unintended use of the product.Should you
have a problem with your unit, please get in touch with your retailer or contact Gullwing Ltd. via
our website or by writing to us.
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