Timex T1251 User Manual

T1251 I/B_front Feb. 28, 07.

T1251-021307-A Printed in China

Installation and Maintenance

Installation

1. Remove the unit and all packing materials from the carton.You should save the packing materials in case unit needs to be returned for service. If you do not wish to save the materials, please dispose of them properly.

2. Place the unit on a stable, level surface, close to an AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of dust, dirt, heat, water, moisture, vibration, and strong magnetic fields.

"Sure Alarm" Battery Backup Installation

The Battery Low Indicator flashes when there is not enough power to run the backup. It is recommended that 3 “AA” batteries be installed into the unit, as directed below, to activate the “Sure Alarm” battery backup feature. In the event that the AC power cord is disconnected or a power failure or other interruption occurs, the “Sure Alarm” system will maintain clock and alarm settings for the life of the batteries, ensuring that the alarm will sound at the set time (Note: while operating on battery power, all set alarms will sound as a buzzer). When power is restored, the clock will cease using battery power, and will again operate on AC power.

1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the battery compartment door.

2. Install 3 “AA” batteries (alkaline batteries are recommended for longer life) into the battery

compartment, making sure that the + and – polarities match up with the diagram printed inside the compartment.

Note: Do not replace batteries without AC plugged in, otherwise you will loose the clock settings.

3. Close the battery compartment door and tighten the screw. Gently return the clock radio to its upright position.

Battery Compartment

Maintenance

Place the unit on a level surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive heat.

2. Protect your furniture when placing your unit on a natural wood and lacquered finish. A cloth or other protective material should be placed between it and the furniture.

3. Clean your unit with a soft cloth moistened only with mild soap and water. Stronger cleaning agents, such as Benzine, thinner or similar materials can mar the surface of the case.

4. If the unit is not to be used for a prolonged period, such as a month or longer, remove the batteries to prevent possible corrosion. Should the battery compartment become corroded or dirty, clean the compartment thoroughly and replace the batteries.

A Consumer Guide to Product Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This unit has been designed and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all the safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use. Keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note, adhere to all warning, and always follow the instructions on the unit and in the instructions and service manuals.

1. Water and Moisture - The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.

2. Ventilation - The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block ventilation openings. Also, it should not be placed in a builtin installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

3. Heat - The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

4. Power Sources - The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

5. Grounding or Polarization - This product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). As a safety feature this plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to fit the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

6. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. It is always best to have a clear area from where the cord exits the unit to where it is plugged into an AC outlet.

7. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the well outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

8. Non-Use Periods – The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from the outlet

when it is to be left unused for a long period of time.

9. Objects and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids

are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

10. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

11. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

12. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

13.

Damage Requiring Service - The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

B. Objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure. C. The unit has been exposed to rain. D. The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged. E. The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.

14. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the user’s operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

15. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service telchnician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

16. Antenna - Do not connect to an external antenna.

FCC Information

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.

This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits provide reasonable protection against radio and TV interference in a residential area.

However, your equipment might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To eliminate interference you can try one or more of the following corrective measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance between the equipment and the radio or TV.

• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and the radio or TV. Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician if the problem still exists. Modifying or tampering with your system’s internal components can cause a malfunction and

might invalidate the system’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your system is not performing as it should, call SDI Technologies Inc., Timex Audio Products Consumer Services, 1-800-888-4491 for assistance.

Laser Safety

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, because of possible eye injury.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DANGER: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED, AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

CAUTION: HAZARDOUS LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

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

The symbols above are located at the back of the cabinet.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot. Fully insert.

ATTENTION: Pour éviter les choc électriques. Introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prises et pousser jusqu’au fond.

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV

interference cause by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modification could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Clock Radio with

Auto-Set Digital Tuning

SNOOZE/DIM

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Model T1251

Stereo CD

T1251 I/B_back Feb. 28, 07.

Time Set Button O

On/Off Lock Switch P

Radio Preset Button

Snooze/Dimmer Bar 1

Alarm Off Button 2

Button 3

Radio Tune - Button 4

Volume - Button 5

Volume + Button 6

Controls and Indicators

Top of cabinet

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Aux Input Plug

N Calendar Button

M Zone Button

Q MP-3/AUX

Line- In Button

R CD Play/Pause

S Open CD Door

AUX Button

L Radio Band

K Alarm Set

J Enter Button

G Music On/Off

8 Radio Tune

T DST Switch

Button

. Button

Button

+ Button

Display with Indicators

Clock PM Indicator

Unlock Indicator

Daylight-Saving

Time Indicator

Battery Low

Indicator

CD/Radio Alarm

Indicator

Buzzer Alarm

Indicator

Alarm Off Indicator

CD Play Indicator

Pause Indicator

Radio Band

AM/FM Indicators

Zone/Calendar Display/ CD Track/Radio Dial/ Alarm Wake Time

Alarm Wake Time

AM/PM Indicators

Setting the Clock

Auto-Set and Manual Time and Date Settings

This model is equipped with the Auto-Set feature, meaning that the time and date have been programmed at the factory and will already be set when you first plug the model in. Auto-Set is programmed for Eastern Standard Time. To change your time zone setting, perform steps below.

1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the top panel cover.

Zone Button

Calendar Button

Back of cabinet

On/Off Lock switch

Time Set Button

2. Slide the P On/Off Lock switch to 'Off'. The unlock indicator will appear on the display.

3. Press the M Zone Button. The current Auto-Set Time Zone will flash. Press the 3 << Buttons and 9 >> Buttons to select your time zone. The display will show each zone's current time setting. There are seven zones

Auto-Set Time Zones

ATL : Atlantic Standard Time EAS: Eastern Standard Time CEN: Central Standard Time MTN: Mountain Standard Time PAC: Pacific Standard Time ALS: Alaska Standard Time HAI: Hawaii Standard Time

4. Press the J Enter Button.

Manual Time and Date Settings

1. To change the time setting, press the O Time Set Button. The clock display will flash.

Press the 3 << and 9 >> Buttons to set the time. Hold a button for a few seconds to set the time rapidly. Be sure to set the correct AM/PM time, shown by the PM indicator.

2. Press the J Enter Button. The clock will beep twice and the display will stop flashing.

3. Press the N Calendar Button. The current year setting will flash on lower right screen.

Press 3 << and 9 >> Buttons to adjust. Press N Calendar Button again. The month/date will flash. Press 3 << and 9 >> Buttons to adjust then press the J Enter Button to exit.

Daylight-Saving Time

1. Depending on your living area and if Daylight Saving Time (DST) is observed, you can

manually switch DST on (+1), OFF or use the AUTO setting.

2. To manually turn on the DST function, just set the T DST Switch located on the bottom

of the unit to +1. The DST icon will appear and the time will advance 1 hour.

3. To manually turn OFF the DST function, set the T DST Switch to OFF. The time will go

back 1 hour.

4. Set the T DST Switch to AUTO to have the unit automatically adjust the time at the

beginning and end of Daylight Saving Time each year.

Programming the Preset Radio Stations

This unit has four Radio Preset Buttons for guests to find local stations. It also includes 12 insert pictures for the buttons, each showing a different radio station format (Jazz, Country, Rock, etc.). You should prepare or receive a list of four stations to program the settings.

1. use Phillips screwdriver to remove top panel. Slide the P On/Off Lock Switch to 'Off'

2. Press the 7 Music On/Off Button to turn on the radio.

3. Press the L Radio Band Button to select AM or FM.

4. Press either the 4 Radio Tune - or 8 Radio Tune + Button to find the station. Hold

a button for a few seconds to scan the dial quickly.

Note: Extend the wire antenna for better FM reception.

5. Press and hold a Radio Preset Button to set the station. The unit will beep twice.

6. See next section for information on changing preset button art.

Notes:

• Keep fluorescent lamps away from the unit, as they may cause interference to the radio.

• Repeat steps 3 and 6 for the remaining three Preset Buttons.

• The 2 buttons on the top right end are Q MP-3/Aux Line-in and R CD Play/Pause Button.

7. Slide the P On/Off Lock Switch to 'On'. Replace the top panel cover and tighten the screw.

Changing the Preset Button Inserts

This unit includes three sets of 12 Preset Button Paper Inserts, each showing a different radio station format (Jazz, Country, Rock, etc.). Follow these instructions to insert the inserts to match the programmed stations.

1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the top

panel cover.

2 Remove each clear button cover.

3 Place the paper insert into the clear cover

4 Replace the clear cover together with paper

insert on the top of black button.

5 Slide P On/Off Lock Switch to On.

F Replace the top panel with the tags against

hooks from the front. TIP: Open the CD door to

make replacing top easier. G Use a Phillips screwdriver to secure the

top panel cover.

BUTTON INSERT

CLEAR

BUTTON

COVER

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INSERT

CLEAR

BUTTON

COVER

WITH

INSERT

CLEAR BUTTON

COVER

FRAME

General Operating Instructions

Setting and Operating the Alarm

1. Press the K Alarm Set Button to select either Buzzer or Radio/CD alarm. The wake

time on the display will flash.

2. Press the 3 << and 9 >> buttons to set the alarm time (hold button a few seconds to

adjust the time quickly).

3. To wake to buzzer, press the J Enter Button. The unit will beep twice and the Buzzer

Alarm Indicator will appear, showing that the buzzer alarm will sound at the set time.

4. To wake to radio, press one of the Radio Preset Buttons then the J Enter Button. The

unit will beep twice and the Music Alarm Indicator will appear, showing that the radio alarm will sound at the set time.

5. To wake to CD, press R CD Play/Pause Button. The unit will beep twice and the Music

Alarm Indicator will appear showing that the alarm will sound at the set time.

6. When the alarm sounds, press the 1 Snooze / Dimmer Bar for a 9-minute Snooze time, or press the 2 Alarm Off Button to shut off the alarm. The Alarm Off Indicator will appear.

Playing Compact Discs

1. Press the S Open CD Door Button and place a CD on the spindle with the printed side facing out, then gently close the CD Player door.

2. Press the R CD Play/Pause Button once. The first track will start playing, and the bottom of the display will show the CD Track Indicator.

3. Adjust the volume using the Volume Buttons.

4. To pause the CD, press the R CD Play/Pause Button while the CD is playing. The display will show the Pause Indicator (//). Press the R CD Play/Pause Button again to continue play.

5. Press the 9 Forward Button (

Button ( ) to return to the beginning of the current track. Press the 3 Reverse Button ( ) again to skip to the previous track.

6. To stop play before the CD has ended, press the 7 Music ON/OFF Button.

) to skip to the next track. Press the 3 Reverse

Playing the Radio

1. There are two ways to turn on the radio. Press one of the Radio Preset Buttons to listen

to one of the preset stations, or press the 7 Music On/Off Button. The radio frequency will appear on the display.

2. Press the L Radio Band Button to select AM or FM band.

3. Press either the 4 Radio Tuner - or 8 Radio Tuner + Button to find a station.

Hold a button for a few seconds to scan the dial quickly.

Note:

• Extend the wire antenna for better FM reception.

• MP3 Player may cause interference with the radio reception. If interference occurs, turn off and unplug MP3 Player from the radio.

4. Press 6 Volume + Button and 5 Volume - Buttons to adjust volume level.

5. Press 7 Music On/Off Button to shut off radio.

Playing the MP-3 / Aux Line-in

1. Connect your CD/MP3 Player or other device to the MP3/ Aux Line-in Plug.

2. Press the Q MP-3 / Aux Line-in Button. 'AU' will appear on the display.

3. Press 6 Volume + Button and 5 Volume - Buttons to adjust volume level.

Note: To avoid distortion of sound, always set the volume level of the auxiliary device to middle position, and adjust the desired volume level from the radio.

4. Press 7 Music On/Off Button to Off to shut off unit.

Adjusting the Display Backlight

This alarm clock radio features an adjustable display backlight, with dim, medium, and bright settings. To select a backlight setting, press the 1 Snooze / Dimmer Bar until desired brightness is reached.

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