Oregon Scientific Starck PSS03A User manual

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Radio Controlled Clock with Barometer and
AM/FM Radio (Model #: PS-S03/PS-S03U)
User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About this guide ................................................ 2
Product overview ............................................... 3
Getting started .................................................. 6
Batteries ........................................................ 6
AC power adapter ......................................... 6
Switch between modes ................................. 6
Change settings ............................................ 6
Clock ................................................................ 7
Alarm ................................................................ 8
Calendar ........................................................... 9
Barometer ......................................................... 10
Weather forecast ............................................... 11
Radio ................................................................ 11
Backlight ........................................................... 12
Reset system ..................................................... 12
Safety and care ................................................. 13
Warnings ........................................................... 13
Troubleshooting ................................................. 14
Specifications .................................................... 15
Additional resources .......................................... 16

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Congratulations on your selection of the Philippe Starck /
OregonScientificRadio-ControlledClockwithBarometer
and Digital AM/FM Radio (PS-S03/PS-S03U). This
powerful device bundles time keeping, alarm, barometric
trend, weather forecast, and digital-tuned AM / FM radio
features into a single tool you can use for the convenience
of your home.
Keep this manual handy as you use your new product. It
contains practical step-by-step instructions, as well as
technical specifications and warnings you should know.
In this box, you will find:
• Main unit
• Batteries
• AC power adapter

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
TOP, BATTERY COMPARTMENT, AND SIDE VIEW
DESCRIPTIONS
1. Snooze/Light button ( 9, 12)
2. Reset button ( 6, 12)
3. Battery compartment ( 6)
4. Headphone jack ( 12)
5. DC power input jack ( 6)
6. Wire antenna ( 11)

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LCD DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS
1. Low battery icon ( 6)
2. Clock ( 7)
3. Weather forecast and barometric trend ( 11)
4. Calendar ( 9)
5. Radio signal icon ( 7)
6. Radio( 11)
7. Alarm ( 8)

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BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
1. Alarm – activate / deactivate alarm ( 8)
2. Select – switch modes / change settings ( 6)
3. Up – increase setting / activate auto-synch ( 7)
4. Down – decrease setting / deactivate auto synch
(7)
5. Radio –turn radio or radio alarm on/off ( 9, 11)
6. Station – select a preset station ( 11)
7. Tuning – select AM/FM band ( 11)
8. Sleep – activate Sleep Timer ( 12)
GETTING STARTED
BACK VIEW

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GETTING STARTED
BATTERIES
Batteries are supplied with this product. Replace them
whenever the low battery signal ( ) displays. Remove the
battery compartment lid on the back of the speakers, and
insert the batteries.
Be sure to match the correct polarity, as shown in the
battery compartment. Before you close the lid, press the
RESET button with the point of a blunt object (such as a
ball point pen).
NOTE Do not use rechargeable batteries.
AC POWER ADAPTER
An AC power adapter is supplied for use with the main
unit. It is recommended for use with the Radio. The jack
is located on the side of the unit.
NOTE If the AC power becomes unavailable, the unit will
automatically switch to battery power.
SWITCH BETWEEN MODES
Press SELECT. The selected mode will flash. The display
will stop flashing if no key is pressed within 5 seconds.
CHANGE SETTINGS
Press and hold SELECT for 2 seconds. Then, press UP
or DOWN to change each setting. Press SELECT to
switch between options.

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CLOCK
This product can automatically synchronize the date and
time with official time-keeping organizations in Frankfurt,
Germany (PS-S03) or Rugby, England (PS-S03U). When
the unit is within 1500 km (932 miles) of a RF signal, the
reception icon will blink.
RECEPTION
Reception takes 2 – 10 minutes to complete. Once
complete, the icon will stop blinking.
NOTE For best results, unfold the unit fully (180º angle),
place it away from metal or electrical objects, and near a
window with a clear view to the sky.
TO DISABLE OR ENABLE
AUTO-SYNCHRONIZATION
In Clock Mode, press DOWN for 2 seconds to disable the
auto-synchronization. The unit will not respond to radio
signals until you reactivate the synchronization.
To enable auto-reception, press UP for 2 seconds.
Strong signal Weak signal No signal

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SET OR CHANGE THE CLOCK
1. Press SELECT to switch to the Clock Mode. The
time will flash.
2. Press and hold SELECT for 2 seconds to enter the
setting mode.
3. Select the 12/24-hour format, hour, and minute.
Press UP or DOWN to change the setting. Press
SELECT to confirm.
ALARM
When activated, the Beep alarm starts quietly, then
gradually becomes louder. It shuts off after two minutes.
The LCD display lights up for the first 8 seconds.
The Radio alarm turns on the Radio automatically. It will
turn off after 2 hours.
SET ALARM
1. Press SELECT several times until the Alarm area
flashes.
2. Press and hold SELECT for 2 seconds to enter the
setting mode.
3. Select the hour, minute, and alarm type ( for Beep
Alarm or for Radio Alarm). Press UP or DOWN
to change the setting. Press SELECT to confirm.
If you choose , use the radio control buttons to
select the AM/FM band, radio station and volume
level ( 11).
4. Press SELECT again when you are finished.

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SNOOZE
Press the SNOOZE/ LIGHT button the top of the unit to
temporarily disable the alarm for 8 minutes. The alarm icon
will blink while Snooze is activated.
TO TURN THE ALARM OFF OR ON
Press RADIO to turn the Radio Alarm off. Press any other
button to turn the Beep Alarm off.
To turn the alarm off completely (deactivate it for the next
day), press ALARM.
CALENDAR
SET DATE
Clock auto-synchronization must be deactivated before
you manually set the date. ( 7)
1. Press SELECT several times until the calendar area
flashes.
2. Press and hold SELECzTfor 2 seconds to enter the
calendar setting mode.
3. Select the year, month, date, and language. Press
UP or DOWN to change the setting. Press
SELECT to confirm.
NOTE The language options are (E) English, (F)
French, (D) German, (I) Italian, and (S) Spanish.