Timex T605 Owner Manual

Model T605

CD Nature Sounds Stereo

Dual Alarm Clock Radio

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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 OF UNIT. 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 bottom of the cabinet.

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

Fully insert.

ATTENTION:

fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prises et pousser jusqu’au foud.

Pour éviter les choc électriques. Introduire la lame la plus large de la

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

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

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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 safety and operating instructions carefully before
installation and use. Keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note, adhere to all warnings,
and always follow the instruction 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 it’s 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 built-in 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 your 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 wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleansers or aerosol
cleaners. use a damp cloth for cleaning.

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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 Require 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. If you have any questions,
call SDI Technologies Inc. Timex Audio Products Division Customer Service, 1-800-888-4491.

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

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

For questions or comments regarding this or other
products, please call our toll-fr ee number: 1-800-888-4491.

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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 undesir ed 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.

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Table of Contents

A Consumer Guide to Product Safety ............................................................................................................................3-5

Safety Instructions
FCC Information
Laser Safety

Installation and Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................7

Maintenance and Setup
Battery Backup Installation
Battery Performance

Controls and Indicators ...............................................................................................................................................................8-9

Setting the Clock Time ...........................................................................................................................................................10

Listening to Compact Discs..........................................................................................................................................10-11

Playing Compact Discs
Skipping to a CD Track
Using the Repeat Function
Using the Random Function
Programming and Playing CD Tracks
High-Speed Music Search

Listening to the Radio .......................................................................................................................................................................12

Operating the Radio
Antenna Information and Adjustment

Operating the Alarms .................................................................................................................................................13-15

Setting the Alarm-1 Wake Time for a CD or Beeping Sound
Setting the Alarm-2 Wake Time for the Radio or Nature Sounds
Checking Your Alarm Time Settings
Setting the Alarm to Wake to a CD Track
Setting the Alarm to Wake to the Beeping Sound
Setting the Alarm to Wake to the Radio
Setting the Alarm to Wake to Nature Sounds
Turning Off the Alarm
Operating the Snooze Feature

Sleeping to Compact Discs......................................................................................................................................................................15

Sleeping to the Radio with Timer.........................................................................................................................................................16

Sleeping to Nature Sounds with Timer ...............................................................................................................................................16

Stereo Headphone Jack ...........................................................................................................................................................................16

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................... 17-18

Warranty Information ...........................................................................................................................................................20

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