Emerson Research CKT9100 User manual

OWNER’SMANUAL
CKT9100
Visitourweb siteatwww.emersonradio.com
DualAlarm AM/FMClock Radio
withSmartSet®
AutoTimeSetting System
and CallerIDTelephone
(U.S.PatentNo.6,567,344)
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TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE
ORSHOCKHAZARD,DONOTEXPOSETHISAPPLIANCETORAINORMOISTURE.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the
following:
1.) Read these instructions.
2.) Keep these instructions.
3.) Heed all warnings.
4.) Follow all instructions.
5.) Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
6.) Cleaning. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7.) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8.) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9.) Do not defeat 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
prongis providedfor yoursafety. Ifthe providedplug doesnot fitinto youroutlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
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11.) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
13.) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped. When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
14.) This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no
object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
15.) Do not overload wall outlet. Use only power source as indicated.
16.) Use replacement parts as specified by the manufacturer.
17.) Theproductmaybemountedtoawallonlyifrecommendedbythemanufacturer.
18.) Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks.
19.) Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
20.) Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
21.) Power Lines –An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity
of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
22.) Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
23.) Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instruction.
24.) Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local
codes for possible special disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Thank you .......................
for purchasing this Emerson Research SmartSet®Dual Alarm, Caller ID
Telephone Clock Radio.
Thiscompactmulti-function unit is designed to replace two separate devices
that you probably have on your night table now, but with special features
available only from Emerson Research. The patentedSmartSet®Automatic
Time Setting System will set the clock to the correct year, month, day,
date, and time as soon as you plug it in, and after every power interruption.
It also automatically adjusts from Standard Time to Daylight Saving Time
through the year 2099! Leap Years too! The dual alarms can be set
separately to wake you to radio or buzzer, on weekdays only, weekends
only, or all seven days. The long life lithium battery is already installed and
it will maintain your settings from 5 to 8 years before it needs replacing.
And of course the large, super-bright ‘BLUE’ clock display is visible from
anywhere in your room.
The telephone handset has 13 memories for frequently dialed numbers,
including 3 one-touch, speed-dial buttons that you can use for emergency
numbers. The Caller ID system has a lighted display and an 80 number
Caller ID memory. You can automatically dial any number in the Caller ID
memory at the touch of a button. And of course we’ve included the Call
Waiting feature that will signal to let you know that another caller is trying
to reach you.
We have taken great care to insure that every component in your set was
in perfect working order when it left our factory. If, after reading this Owners
Manual, you have any problems with the set up or operation of this product,
please call the Emerson Consumer Products Customer Service Hotline
toll-free at 800-898-9020. The hours of operation are 9:00AM to 5:00 PM
Central Time.
Once again, from everyone at Emerson Radio Corporation, thanks for
purchasing this SmartSet®Telephone Clock Radio.
Note: Call Waiting and Caller ID are special subscription services
provided by your local telephone service provider. If you do not
have these services and you wish to subscribe, contact your local
telephone company for fees, terms, and conditions.
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IMPORTANTNOTES
•Operatecontrolsand switchesas
described inthe manual.
•Beforeturning on the power,make
certainthatthe powercordisproperly
installed.
•When moving the set, be suretofirst
disconnectthepowercordandremove
cordsconnected tootherequipment.
•Avoidinstalling thisunitinplaces
exposed todirectsunlightorcloseto
heatradiating appliancessuchas
electricheaters,on top ofotherstereo
equipmentthatradiatestoo much
heat,placeslackingventilationordusty
areas,placessubjecttoconstant
vibration and/orhumidormoistareas.
FCC INFORMATION
Thisequipmenthasbeen tested and found tocomplywiththe limitsforaClass B
digitaldevice,pursuanttoPart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Theselimitsaredesigned to
provide reasonableprotection againstharmfulinterferenceinaresidential
installation.Thisequipmentgenerates,uses,andcan radiateradiofrequencyenergy
and,ifnotinstalledand usedinaccordancewiththeinstructions,maycauseharmful
interferencetoradiocommunications.However,thereisno guarantee that
interferencewill notoccurinaparticularinstallation.If thisequipmentdoescause
harmfulinterferencetoradioortelevision reception,whichcan be determined by
turning the equipmentoff and on,the userisencouraged totrytocorrectthe
interferencebyone ormoreofthe following measures:
•Reorientorrelocatethe receiving antenna.
•Increasethe separation between the equipmentand receiver.
•Connectthe equipmentintoan outleton acircuitdifferentfromthattowhich
the receiverisconnected.
•Consultthe dealeroran experienced radio/TVtechnician forhelp.
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15 ofthe FCC Rules.Operation issubjecttothe
following twoconditions:
(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and
(2)Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,including interference
thatmaycauseundesired operation.
Changesormodificationsnotexpresslyapproved bythe partyresponsiblefor
compliancecouldvoidthe user’s authoritytooperatethe equipment.
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FCC wants you to know
This equipment complied with part 68 of the FCC rules and ACTA technical
requirements. On the bottom of the base of this equipment is a label that contains,
among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information
to your telephone company.
The USOC number of the registration jack for the equipment is RJ11C.
The FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this
equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network
or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is TIA/EIA-IS-968
complaint.
If your telephone equipment caused harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you
in advance. But, if advance notice isn’t practical, you will be notified as soon as
possible. You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations
or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they
do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain
uninterrupted telephone service. If you experience trouble with this telephone
equipment, the telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment
from the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that
the equipment is not malfunctioning.
This equipment cannot be used on telephone company provided coin service.
Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs.
This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
Warnings:
• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• When your telephone is not in use, make sure the handset is engaged into the
base unit.
• If it is determined that your telephone is malfunctioning, the FCC required that
itbedisconnected fromthemodular outletuntil the problemhas beencorrected.
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)
The Ringer Equivalence Number is used to determine how many devices can be
connected to your home telephone line. The REN of this unit is 1.0B. The total
REN of all the devices connected to your line should not exceed 5.0.
If you exceed this total then one or more of the devices may not ring when a call is
received.
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UNPACKINGAND SET-UP
• This carton contains the telephone clock radio base unit, the telephone
handset, the coiled cord that connects that handset to the base unit,
and the straight telephone line cord that connects the telephone base
unit to your telephone wall jack. Make sure that you remove all of the
components from the carton and that nothing is accidentally thrown
away with the packing materials.
Remove all the packing materials from the individual components.
• We suggest that you save the packing materials, if possible, in the
event that the unit ever needs to be returned for service. Using the
original carton and packing material is the only way to properly protect
the unit from possible shipping damage.
•Notethe serialnumberon the bottomofyourunitand writethisnumber
inthe spaceprovided on WarrantyPage ofthismanual.
• Place the base unit on a stable, level surface such as a table, desk,
stand, etc, out of direct sunlight, away from sources of excess heat,
dust, vibration, moisture, or humidity, and convenient to a 120V/60Hz
AC outlet and a telephone wall jack.
• Unwind the AC power cord and extend it to its full length. This is
important. The FM antenna is built into the AC power cord.
PREPARATIONFORUSE
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Installing The Telephone Memory Back-up Battery
This unit requires a 9-Volt battery, not included, to maintain the telephone caller ID
and speed-dial number memories in the event of a temporary power interruption.
Be sure to use a well-known brand of alkaline battery for longest life and best
performance. If you do not install the back up battery, any numbers that you have
entered into the speed dialing memories, and numbers that have been automatically
recorded in the caller ID memories, may be erased if the AC power supply is
interrupted.
Install the telephone memory back-up battery as follows:
1.) Turn the telephone base unit upside-down. To prevent scratches to the base
unit, place it on a soft surface such as a towel or blanket as you perform this
procedure.
2.) Press down on the engraved “arrow” on the
battery compartment door and slide the door
in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
3.) Attach the 9-volt battery to the terminals
of the battery harness as shown.
It can only be attached one way.
4.) Push the battery back into the battery compartment and replace the battery
door. Turn the base unit right side up again.
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Low Battery Indication ( )
When the 9-Volt battery becomes weak, a low battery-warning indicator will
appear in the Caller ID display.
When you see this indicator you should replace the 9-Volt battery as soon as
possible. To avoid losing the numbers stored in the handset memory or the Caller
ID memory, leave the base unit connected to theAC outlet while you are changing
the battery.
Connecting The Telephone Cords
Line Cord
Unwind the straight telephone line cord. First connect one end of this cord to the
modularsocket marked“LINE” onthe backof thetelephone baseunit. Thenconnect
the other end of the cord to your telephone wall jack.
Push the modular plugs all the way in to the sockets until a ‘click’ is heard and the
cords are locked in place.
Note: If you have some other type of telephone jack, such as a 3-pin connector
jack, you will have to buy an appropriate modular to 3-pin connector plug,
available wherever telephone accessories are sold.
Telephone Wall Jack.
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Coiled Handset Cord
First connect one end of the coiled cord to the modular socket on the bottom of the
handset. Then connect the other end of the coiled cord to the socket marked
“HANDSET” on the back of the telephone base unit.
Push the modular plugs all the way into the sockets until a click is heard and the
plugs are locked in place.
Disconnecting The Telephone Cords
To disconnect either the straight cord or the coiled cord from the modular sockets,
squeeze the plastic locking tab on the plug to release the lock and pull the plug out
of the socket.
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PROTECT YOUR FURNITURE
This model is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from
moving when you operate the controls. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating
rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your
furniture. However certain types of oil based furniture polishes, wood preservatives,
or cleaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften, and leave marks or a
rubber residue on the furniture. To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly
recommend that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware
stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the
bottom of the rubber 'feet' before you place the product on fine wooden furniture.
POWER SOURCE
The model is designed to operate on 120VAC 60Hz house current only.Attempting
to operate this model by any other power source could cause damage to the unit,
and such damage is not covered by your warranty.
Make sure that you connect the power cord to an AC outlet that is always ‘live’. Do
not connect to an AC outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. This SmartSet®
clock radio uses a long life lithium battery to maintain the time and alarm setting
during temporary power interruptions. When the clock radio is connected to a ‘live’
AC outlet the back-up battery goes into a ‘standby’ mode to preserve power.
Therefore keep the unit connected to a ‘live’ outlet at all times to extend the life of
the lithium battery.
You will notethatthissystemisequipped
withapolarized ACpowerplug having
one blade widerthan the other.Thisisa
safetyfeature.If thisplug doesnotfitinto
yourexisting ACoutlet, do nottryto
defeatthissafetyfeaturebyfiling the
wide blade tomakeitfitintoyouroutlet.
If thisplug will notfitintoyouroutlet, you
probablyhavean out-dated non-
polarized ACoutlet. You shouldhave
youroutletchanged byaqualified
licensed electrician.
AC Plug
AC Outlet
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LOCATIONOFCONTROLSAND INDICATORS
TOPPANEL
BACK PANEL
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36
35
RIGHTSIDEPANEL
34
33
32
LEFT SIDEPANEL
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25
26
27
28
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TOPPANEL
1.)ALM1‘On’Indicator.
2.)AMindicator.
3.)DayLEDIndicators.
4.)TIMEZONEButton.
5.)TIMESetting Button.
6.)SET–Button.
7.)SET+Button.
8.)MONTH/DATESetting Button.
9.)ALM(Alarm)MODE(Weekdays/Weekends/EverydayAlarm)Button.
10.)SLEEP (Sleep ToMusicTimer) Button.
11.)ALM(Alarm)1setting Button.
12.)SNOOZEButton.
13.)Telephone Handset.
14.)ALM(Alarm)2setting Button.
15.)RADIOON/OFF Button.
16.)NEWCALL Indicator.
17.)BATTERYLOWIndicator.
18.)RECALL UPButton.
19.)RECALL DOWNButton.
20.)DIALButton.
21.)DELETEButton.
22.)Telephone LCDDisplay.
23.)ALM2‘On’Indicator.
24.)Lighted DialPointer.
25.)Clock Time/DateDisplay.
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BACK PANEL
26.)Telephone HANDSETConnectJack.
27.)Telephone LINEConnectJack.
28.)Telephone RINGER(HI/LOW/OFF)SelectorSwitch.
29.)ACPowerCord.
30.)Telephone Back UpBatteryCompartment.
31.)Clock Back UpBatteryCompartment.
LEFT SIDEPANEL
32.)Clock DisplayDIMMER(LOW/HIGH)Switch.
33.)ALM(Alarm)1(RADIO/BUZZER/OFF)SelectorSwitch.
34.)ALM(Alarm)2(RADIO/BUZZER/OFF)SelectorSwitch.
RIGHTSIDEPANEL
35.)TUNINGControl.
36.)BAND (AM/FM)Switch.
37.)VOLUMEControl.
TELEPHONEHANDSET
38.)FLASHButton.
39.)MEMORYButton.
40.)Earpiece.
41.)VOL(Volume)SelectorSwitch.
42.)M1/M2/M3MemoryButtons.
43.)NumericKeypad Buttons.
44.)STOREButton.
45.)REDIALButton.
46.)PULSE/TONESelectorSwitch.
47.)Mic.
48.)Telephone CordConnectJack.
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TelephoneLCD Display
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1.)CallerIDInformation.
2.)Incoming Telephone Number.
3.)–Appearswhen Back UpBatterylevelislow..
4.)–Appearswhen Telephone Line isdisconnected orHandsetisOff-hook.
5.)CallerMonth,DateDisplay.
6.)CallerTimeDisplay.
7.)Incoming Call Status:
RPTCALL #–Appearswhen receiving RepeatCalls.
RPTNEWCALL #–Appearswhen receiving RepeatNewCalls.
FWDNEWCALL #orFWDRPTNEWCALL #–
Appearsifthe Incoming Call isfroman AutomaticCall Forwarding service.
TOLL –Appearsifthe Incoming Call isfroman area code thatwill incurlong
distancechargeswhen you returnthe call.
–Appearswhen a2nd call iswaiting.
–AppearsifacallerleavesaVoiceMail Message.
8.)TotalNumberofIncoming Calls.
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TELEPHONEOPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
Note: This model is designed for normal residential phone service only.
It cannot be used with PABX systems.
Call Waiting and Caller ID Service Information
This SmartSet®telephone clock radio is compatible with Caller ID and Call Waiting
service provided by your local telephone company. Both the Caller ID and Call
Waiting features are not normally part of the basic telephone service package. If
you have already subscribed to these extra services, there is nothing further to do.
Your SmartSet®telephone clock radio is ready to use.
If you do not currently subscribe to Call Waiting and Caller ID services, you may
still use this SmartSet®telephone clock radio as you would any normal telephone,
however the Caller ID information will not appear in the display. If you want to take
advantage of the Call Waiting and Caller ID features of this SmartSet®telephone
clock radio you must contact your local telephone service provider and subscribe
to these services. In most cases there will be an additional monthly charge for
these services.
With the Call Waiting feature you will hear an audible signal on the telephone to
alert you that you have another call waiting. The signal may be a “click” sound or
possibly a soft “beep”. Your local phone company selects the signal sound. When
you hear that signal you may press the FLASH button on the handset to speak to
the second caller briefly, then press the FLASH button again to return to the first
caller. With the Caller ID feature you will be able to see the name and telephone
number of the calling party on the Caller ID display. You can then decide if you
wish to answer the call or not. You can also automatically call back any of the
numbers stored in the Caller ID memory, up to 80 numbers maximum. Both these
features will be explained in more detail later in this manual.
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Caller ID Display Set-up and Adjustments
Entering Your Own Area Code and Adjusting The Display Contrast Level
In order for the Caller ID feature to work properly you must first enter your own
area code in the display. When you connect the base unit to yourAC outlet for the
first time the display will ask for your area code as follows:
After 30 seconds the display will change to show the TOTAL calls and NEW calls
in the Caller ID memory.
1.) Depress and hold the UP button for at least 3 seconds to return to the AREA
CODE? screen. The cursor will be flashing below the first digit.
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2.) Press either the UP or DOWN button to select the first digit of your area code.
Example: 9. Then press the DELETE button once to enter it in the memory.
The flashing cursor moves to the second digit.
3.) Press UP or DOWN to select the second digit, then press DELETE to enter it
in the memory The cursor moves to the third digit.
4.) Press UP or DOWN to select the third digit, then press DELETE to enter it in
the memory. The display will change from AREA CODE? to LCD CONTRAST.
The default LCD contrast level is “3”.
5.) Press the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the contrast level between “1” (lowest
contrast)and“5” (highest contrast).The displaycontrast willimmediately change
to match your selection. Press theDELETE button to memorize your selection.
The display will return to the TOTAL and NEW calls screen.
Note: To change the Area Code or Display Contrast settings at any time,
depress and hold the “UP” button for at least 3 seconds to return to the Area
Code screen and then repeat Steps 1 through 5 above.
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Other Adjustments
There are 3 other settings that you may need to adjust before using your phone:
Telephone Ringer Level
The RINGER level switch (HI/LOW/OFF) is located on the back cabinet of the
base unit. We have set the level to “HI” at our factory. If you feel that the ring sound
is too loud, set the switch to the “LOW” position. If the switch is set to the “OFF”
position the telephone will not ring at all.
Handset Volume Level
The 3-position HandsetVOL (Volume) Control is located on the side of the handset.
We have set this switch to the highest setting at our factory. If you find that the
handset volume is too loud, set this switch the medium or low position.
TONE/PULSE Dialing Selector
This switch was set to the TONE dialing position at our factory. If you do not have
Touch Tone dialing on your telephone line, set this switch to the PULSE dialing
position. If you need to switch to tone dialing temporarily, to respond to automated
telephone message prompts for example, you can simply press the ‘TONE’
button on the telephone keypad and then press the desired number buttons.After
you hang up, the handset automatically returns to the Pulse dialing mode.
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Caller ID Display Viewing Angle
All Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs) have certain viewing angle limitations. They are
intended for viewing within a certain range and the display is clearest within that
range.Ifyou viewthe display fromoutside ofitsnormal viewingangle theinformation
on the display may seem to “fade”, or it may appear that the entire display is ‘On’.
This is a normal characteristic of LCD displays and not an indication of any problems
with your set. To compensate for this we have provided two foldable “legs” on the
bottom of the base unit.
If necessary you can unfold these two legs. This will raise the back of the base unit
cabinet slightly and may provide an improvement in the viewing angle. However
keep in mind that the Caller ID display in this model is designed for the clearest
viewing when you are looking downward at the display. If you are lying in bed
looking upward at the display you will be outside the normal viewing angle range
and the information on the display may not be visible.
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