La Crosse Technology 616-143 User manual

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Model: 616-143
Quick Setup Guide
DC: 061014
Atomic Projection Alarm
Projection Arm
Rotation
(Front and
Back)
Projection
Lens
Snooze/Backlight
Projection
Focus
AC Power Jack
GPU280500150WD00
Buttons
BACK VIEW
FRONT VIEW

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GET STARTED
Step 1: Insert the included 5-volt AC power adapter into projection
alarm and then into wall outlet.
Step 2: Insert 3 new “AAA” batteries (not included) into the projection
alarm. Observe the correct polarity.
Step 3: Insert 2 new “AA” batteries (not included) into the TX141-BV2
sensor. Observe the correct polarity.
Restart: If the outdoor temperature is not displayed after 3 minutes,
unplug the AC adapter and remove batteries from the projection
alarm & sensor, press a button 20 times. After 15 minutes, return to
Step 1 above.
SET TIME AND DATE
1. Hold the SET/°F/°C button to enter time set mode.
2. Use the +/TEMP or -/TIME buttons to adjust values.
Press and hold for fast adjustment.
3. Press the SET/°F/°C button to confirm adjustments and move to
the next item.
Time and Date setting order:
1. WWVB (ON/OFF)
2. Time Zone
3. DST Daylight Saving Time (ON/OFF)
4. 12/24 Hour Time Format
5. Hour
6. Minutes
7. Year
8. Month
9. Date
Press the SET/°F/°C button to exit, or wait 20 seconds without
pressing buttons to return to the normal time display.
Battery Cover
Battery
Compartment
3 “AAA”
Observe the correct
polarity before inserting
the batteries
BOTTOM VIEW

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FAHRENHEIT/CELSIUS
Press the SET/°F/°C button to select Fahrenheit or Celsius
temperature display.
SET TIME ALARM
1. Hold the ALARM button to enter alarm time set mode.
2. Use the +/TEMP or -/TIME buttons to adjust values.
3. Press the ALARM button to confirm adjustments and move to the
next item.
Alarm Time setting order:
1. HOURS
2. MINUTES
ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE TIME ALARM
Press the ALARM button once to view alarm time.
Press the ALARM button again to activate the alarm.
Bell icon appears.
Press the ALARM button again to deactivate the alarm.
The bell icon disappears.
SNOOZE (Silences alarm temporarily)
Press button 1 (SNOOZE/LIGHT) to silence alarm for 10 minutes.
Zz will show.
When in snooze mode, press ALARM to stop alarm for one day.
Note: The alarm is crescendo sound. The alarm will sound for 2
minutes and then shut off completely.
MOON PHASE
The segments that are highlighted will portray the part of the moon
that is lit. For instance, the moon will be blank during a new moon and
dark during a full moon. This is how this product is designed to best
view the on the display, what you will see in the sky. This cannot be
changed.
Alarm
Bell Icon

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MANUAL WWVB RADIO-CONTROLLED TIME SEARCH
Press the -/TIME button to start or stop a manual signal search.
WWVB Icon will flash
For information about WWVB visit:
www.nist.gov/pml/div688/grp40/wwvb.cfm
BACKLIGHT
Press the SNOOZE/LIGHT button to activate the backlight for 5
seconds. The backlight will not remain on constantly.
PROJECTION (On/Off, rotate, focus)
Projection ON/OFF button: Slide to turn the projection off or on
when operating on AC power.
Projection Direction button: Press to rotate projection 180º.
Focus Wheel: Use the Focus wheel to focus the projected
image.
Time/Outdoor Temperature Projection: The projection will alternate
between time and outdoor temperature every 5 seconds. This is not
adjustable.
NOTE:
On AC power the projection will be on constantly and alternate
between time and outdoor temperature (unless turned to OFF).
Using Battery power, the projection and backlight will come on for
10 seconds when SNOOZE/LIGHT is pressed.
WWVB
Icon
Projection
Focus
SIDE VIEW

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POSITION OUTDOOR SENSOR
Mount the outdoor sensor on a North-facing wall or in any well
shaded area. Under an eave or deck rail is preferred.
The maximum transmitting range to the atomic projection alarm is
over 300-feet (91 meters) in open air, not including walls.
SEARCH FOR OUTDOOR SENSOR
Hold the +/TEMP button for 3 seconds to search for the outdoor
sensor .
POSITION PROJECTION ALARM
The projection alarm has a wide base to sit on a desk or table.
Choose a location 6 feet or more from electronics such as
cordless phones, wireless gaming systems, televisions,
microwaves, routers, baby monitors, etc., which can prevent
signal reception.
Position near an exterior wall that faces Ft. Collins Colorado for
WWVB time signal reception.
Place within 300 ft. (91 meters) of the outdoor sensor.
Obstacles such as walls, windows, stucco, concrete and large
metal objects can reduce the range.
Be aware of electrical wires and plumbing within a wall. This will
interfere with RF (radio frequency) signal reception.
LOW BATTERY ICON
When the low battery icon is displayed it warns to replace batteries.
If the icon is displayed in Outdoor Temperature section,
replace bateries in the outdoor sensor.
If the icon is displayed in Indoor Temperature section,
replace batteries in the outdoor sensor.
Low Battery
Icon
Outdoor Sensor
Reception icon

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SPECIFICATIONS
Indoor:
Temperature Range:
+32°F to +122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
Outdoor:
Temperature Range:
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Alkaline Batteries:
-20°F to 140°F (-28.8°C to 60°C)
Lithium Batteries:
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
NOTE:
Temperatures below - 20°F
(-28.8°C) require Lithium
batteries in the outdoor sensor.
Distance:
Over 300 ft. (91 meters)
RF 433MHz (open air)
Interval:
About every 30 seconds
Power:
Projection Alarm
Primary Power:
AC: GPU280500150WD00
5-volt AC power adapter
(included)
Optional/Battery Backup
Optional 3-AAA, IEC, LR3
batteries (not included)
TX141-BV2 Sensor :
2-AA, IEC, LR6 batteries
(not included)
Battery Life:
Projection Alarm
Battery Backup:
Battery life is over 12 months
when using the AC adapter for
primary power
TX141-BV2 Sensor :
Battery life is over 24 months
when using reputable battery
brands for both Alkaline and
Lithium batteries
Dimensions:
Projection Alarm:
7.09" x 3.62" x 2.87"
(180 x 92 x 73mm)
TX141-BV2 Sensor :
1.57" x 0.79" x 5.12"
(40 x 20 x 130mm)

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not mix old and new batteries
Do not mix Alkaline, Standard, Lithium or
Rechargeable Batteries
Do not expose to extreme temperature, vibration or shock.
Clean with a soft damp cloth. Do not use solvents or scouring
agents.
The product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.
The product is not to be used for medical purpose or for public
information. It is intended for home use only.
The specs of this product may change without prior notice.
Improper use or unauthorized opening of housing voids warranty.
If the product is not working properly, change the batteries and/or
check the A/C cord connection.
WARRANTY AND SUPPORT
La Crosse Technology, Ltd. provides a 1-year limited time warranty
(from date of purchase) on this product relating to manufacturing
defects in materials & workmanship.
View full warranty details online at:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/warranty_info.pdf
For warranty work, technical support or other information
contact:
La Crosse Technology, Ltd
2830 South 26th St
La Crosse, WI 54601
Contact Support:
1-608-782-1610
Online Product Support:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support
Product Registration:
www.lacrossetechnology.com/support/register
Protected under U.S. Patents: 5,978,738, 6,076,044, 6,597,990

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FCC STATEMENT
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) the device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED
MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS
COULD VOID THE USER AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT
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