Oregon Scientific RM813P User manual

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Radio Controlled
ProjectionClock
MODEL:RM813P/RM813PU(UKVersion)
Instruction Manual
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the RF Projection Clock
(RM813P/RM813PU).
The RM813P/RM813PU is a multifunctional radio-controlled
clock. It can automatically synchronize its current time and date
when brought within an approximate 1500 km radius of the radio
signal DCF77 generated from Frankfurt, Germany (the UK version
from MSF Rugby, England).
To facilitate night time reading, the unit comes with a projector that
can cast large, clear clock-time figures onto flat surfaces in dark. It
also has a guiding light at the back of the unit.
MAIN FEATURES

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A Two-line display
Displays the current time and calendar or alarm time
B[ ] Radio reception signal
Indicates the condition of radio reception
C[ ]Alarmicon
Appears when weekday alarm is activated
D[ ]Alarmicon
Appears when single alarm is activated
E[
SNOOZE ] button
Enablesthesnoozefunctionwhen analarmgoesoffor activates
the projector for five seconds
F Up [ ]andDown[ ] buttons
Increases or decreases the value of a setting
G[ ] button
Sets the time for the two alarms
H[
MODE ] button
Toggles the display modes and confirms entry in clock setting
mode
I Projector
For projecting the current time on the wall or ceiling
J[ PROJECTION ON ] switch
Used with the power adapter to enable extended use of the
projector
K[
LIGHT ON ] switch
Used with power adapter to enable extended use of the guiding
light
L[
TEST ] button
To turn on the guiding light as long as it is pressed and held
M[
RESET ] button
Resets the unit by returning all settings to factory default
values
N Batterycompartment
Accommodates two (2) UM-3 or “AA” size batteries
O Guiding light
P ACadapterjack
BATTERY INSTALLATION
The unit uses two (2) UM-3 or “AA” size 1.5V batteries.
To insert batteries:
1. Slide the battery door in the direction of the arrow.
2. Insert the batteries strictly according to the polarities shown
therein.
3. Replace the battery compartment door.
4. Press the [RESET] button.
When the low battery indicator [ ] is shown on the display,
replace with fresh batteries.

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Note: Under normal circumstances, the batteries are good for 1
year. However, the battery life can be reduced vastly by frequent
use of the projector or snooze function.
If not disposed of properly batteries can be harmful.
Protect the environment by taking exhausted batteries
to authorized disposal stations.
HOW TO USE THE PROJECTOR
Press [ SNOOZE ] and the projection will be activated for
approximately 5 seconds.
Note: Make sure the [ PROJECTION ON ] switch is switched to the
front.
HOW TO USE THE PROJECTOR
WITH POWER ADAPTER
RM813P/RM813PU comes with an AC power adapter. Use of the
AC power adapter is required for continuous time projection.
To install the adapter:
1. Insert adapter into jack at the bottom of the unit.
2. Plug the adapter into an electrical wall outlet.
Note: Make sure the voltage is correct.
Once the power adapter is in place, you can select to turn on the
projector for longer time (such as throughout the night) by sliding
the [ PROJECTION ON ] switch on the side of the unit to the back.
To turn off the projector, slide the switch back.
Note that this switch can only be used with the power
adapter installed. For momentary projection, use the
[ SNOOZE ].
ABOUT RADIO RECEPTION
RM813P/RM813PU is designed to synchronize its calendar clock
automatically once it is brought within range of the Frankfurt
DCF77 radio signal (MSF60 for UK version).
When RM813P/RM813PU is within range, the radio-controlled
mechanism will override all manual setting unless radio reception
is being deactivated.
When the unit is receiving signal, the Radio Reception symbol
[] will start to blink. Generally, complete reception takes
around 2 to 10 minutes depending on the strength of the radio
signal.
To disable the reception of RF signal manually, press and hold the
[ ] button for 2 seconds until the Radio Reception symbol
disappear.
To enable the reception again, press and hold the [ ] button for
2 seconds. The Radio Reception symbol will blink and the unit
will search for RF signal automatically.

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STRONG
WEAK
NORECEPTION
RECEIVING
Interference
Receptioncanbeaffectedbyanumberoffactors.Forbestreception,
place the device away from metal objects and electrical appliances.
Note: Interference from sources such as TV sets can affect the
signal. If, after batteries have been inserted for ten minutes, the
signal is not received, then set the time manually (see section: How
To Set The Clock & Calendar Manually).
HOW TO SET THE CLOCK AND
CALENDAR MANUALLY
To set the clock and calendar:
1. Press and hold [MODE] for 2 seconds and the time-zone offset
hour digits will blink.
2. Enter the value by [ ] / [ ] buttons.
3. Confirm the entry by pressing [MODE] and the 12- or 24-hour
display format will blink.
4. Repeat (2) and confirm the entry by pressing [MODE].
5. Repeat the above procedures to set the hour, minute, year,
month, day and language for day-of-week. You can select
among English (E), German (D), French (F), I (Italian) or
Spanish (S).
Day-of-the-week
Language Monday Tuesday Wed. Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
English
German
French
Italian
Spanish
Please note that in order to use the clock in different time-zone, 2nd
time-zoneoffsethour hastobe set.Whenan offsethourhasbeenset
(e.g. +1), the time displayed will be the RF clock time plus 1 hour.

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HOW TO SET AND
ACTIVATE THE ALARM
This unit is equipped with 2 alarms: Single Alarm [ ] and
WeekdayAlarm[ ].FortheSingleAlarm,itwill gooff onlyonce
at the preset time. For the Weekday Alarm, it will be enabled from
Monday to Friday and disabled automatically during weekend
(i.e., Saturday and Sunday).
To set and activate the alarm:
1. Select the alarm you want to set by pressing [] .
2. Press and hold []for 2 seconds when the selected Alarm is
displayed. The hours will blink.
3. Enter the values by [ ] / [ ] buttons.
4. Confirm the entry by pressing [] .
5. The minutes will blink.
6. Repeat (3) and (4) to finish the setting. The alarm will be
activated automatically.
Follow the same procedures to set and activate the Single and/or
WeekdayAlarm.
HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM
To deactivate the alarm:
1. Select the alarm you want to deactivate by pressing [] .
2. Press [ ] / [ ] buttons to deactivate the selected Alarm.
“ -:-- ” will be displayed when the alarm is being deactivated.
3. Toactivatethealarmagain, press[ ]/[ ]buttonswhensuch
alarm is in display.
CRESCENDO ALARM AND
SNOOZE FUNCTION
When the alarm goes off at the preset time, the projector will be
turned on for 8 seconds. The respective ALARM ON icon [ ] or
[ ] will be flashing and the alarm sound will be turned on.
The crescendo alarm function allows the alarm sound to start off
gently with step-up intensity. Without interruption, the alarm will
go off for 2 minutes.

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To stop the alarm, press [] or [SNOOZE]. If [SNOOZE]
button is pressed, the alarm sound will be turned off temporarily
and the snooze function will be activated. The alarm will go off
again after approx. 8 minutes until other key is pressed to turn off
the alarm.
RESETTING THE UNIT
In case of malfunction or abnormal display, press the [RESET]
button at the bottom of the unit wth a blunt stylus. All settings will
be cleared and reset to their default values.
HOW TO USE THE GUIDING LIGHT
RM813P/ RM813PU is equipped with a guiding light. To test the
functionality of the guiding light or to turn it on temporarily, press
the [TEST] button with a blunt stylus at the bottom of the unit. The
light will be on as long as the button is pressed and held.
For continuous use of the guiding light, AC Power adapter is
required to be connected. For instructions on how to install the
adapter, please see Section “How to Use the Projector with Power
Adapter”.
Oncethepower adapterisin place,slidethe [LIGHTON]switchat
the side of the unit to the back to turn on the guiding light for a
longer time. To turn the light off, simply slide the switch to the
opposite direction.
Note that this switch can only be used when the power adapter is
installed. For test or momentary light-on, use the [TEST] instead.
HOW TO CHANGE
THE GUIDING LIGHT BULB
RM813P/ RM813PU is pre-installed with a 3V lightbulb. In case
you want to change the lightbulb follow the instructions below:
1. Un-install the power adapter from the unit to prevent electric
shock. Remove the batteries from the battery compartment as
well.
2. Remove the tail of the unit as shown.
3. Then, remove the lightbulb by rotating it in a anti-clockwise
direction.
4. Replace with new lightbulb with correct specifications. Make
sure the lightbulb is securely fixated.
5. Replace the tail of the unit as shown.

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6. To test if the guiding light is working properly, install batteries
into the battery compartment and press the [TEST] button. The
light should be turned on as long as the button is held.
7. If the light does not turn on, check if the lightbulb is broken or
if the lightbulb is well-connected to the unit.
MAINTENANCE
When handled properly, this unit is engineered to give you years
of satisfactory service. Here are a few product care instructions:
1. Do not immerse the unit in water. If the unit comes in contact
with water, dry it immediately with a soft lint-free cloth.
2. Do not clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials.
Abrasive cleaning agents may scratch the plastic parts and
corrode the electronic circuit.
3. Do not subject the unit to excessive: force, shock, dust,
temperature, or humidity. Such treatment may result in
malfunction, a shorter electronic life span, damaged batteries,
or distorted parts.
4. Do not tamper with the unit’s internal components. Doing so
will terminate the unit’s warranty and may cause damage. The
unit contains no user-serviceable parts.
5. Only use new batteries as specified in this instruction manual.
6. Read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating the
unit.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Temperature : -5°C to 50°C
Radio Controlled : Auto synchronizes current time and
date by Radio signal generated from
Germany DCF77 (the UK version
from MSF Rugby, England)
Calendar : Day of week in English / German /
French / Italian / Spanish,
Current date / month format
Clock Time : 12/24-hour format
Accuracy : +/- 0.5 second/day
(when RF is disabled)
Hour offset : +/- 9 hours
Battery Type : Two(2)UM-3or“AA”size1.5Vbatteries
Unit Dimension : 90 x 111 x 148 mm ( H x W x D )
Unit Weight : 200 g (without battery)
Lightbulb Rating : 3V, 300mA
Lightbulb Dimension : T10 x 28 mm
NOTE ON COMPLIANCE
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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R&TTEComplianceNote
This device complies with the essential requirements of Article 3 of
the R&TTE 1999/5/EC Directive, if used for its intended use and
that the following standard(s) has been applied:
Electromagnetic compatibility (Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE
Directive)
Applied standards ETS 300 683 : 1997
Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum (Article 3.2 of the
R&TTEDirective)
Applied standards EN300 220 –1 : 1997
INTENDEDUSEOFTHE DEVICE
CAUTION
— The content of this manual is subject to change without
further notice.
— Due to printing limitation, the displays shown in this
manual may differ from the actual display.
— The contents of this manual may not be reproduced
without the permission of the manufacturer.