Oregon Scientific RMR966PA User manual

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RADIO-CONTROLLED PROJECTION
CLOCK WITH NIGHTLIGHT &
INDOOR/ REMOTE THERMOMETER
MODEL NO.: RMR966P/RMR966PU
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchasing the Radio-controlled projection
ClockwithNightlightandIndoor/-RemoteThermometerRMR966P/
RMR966PU.
Theunit is a multi-functional radio-controlled clock. The RMR966P
--- the Central Europe model --- is designed to automatically
synchronize its current time and date when brought within an
approximate 1500km radius of the radio signal generated from
Frankfurt, Germany (DCF-77). The RMR966PU --- the UK model
--- will do the same when brought within range of the radio signal
MSF-60 generated from Rugby, England.
In addition to indoor temperature display, by means of a wireless
remote thermo sensor this unit can simultaneously monitor the
outdoor temperature. The unit can record maximum and minimum
indoor/outdoortemperaturereadings. Nowireinstallationisrequired
between the main and remote units as this unit operates at 433 MHz.
This unit featured with a projection function that allows the user to
display either (1) the Current Time with Indoor Temperature or (2)
Current time with Outdoor Temperature on the ceiling, wall or other
flat surface. The image projected is in a deep red color which is
easily seen in the dark.
The Projection Clock also comes with favourable features such as
Auto-on/off Nightlight, EL back-light, hourly-chime function and
dual daily alarm with 8-minute snooze function and Pre-Alarm
function.
KEY CONFIGURATION & FEATURES:
MAIN UNIT
FRONT VIEW
A1
A2
A4
A8 A5
A7 A6
A9
A3

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A1 3-Line LCD Display
Displays the time, date and temperature
A2 [ ] Battery-low indicator
Displays when battery power of main unit is low
A3 [ ] Battery-low indicator
Displays when battery power of remote sensor is low
A4 [ ] Radio-reception icon
Indicates the strength of the reception of clock radio signal
A5 [IN/OUT TEMP] BUTTON
-Press to toggle between the Indoor and Outdoor temperature
display
-Press and hold for 2 seconds to activate the auto-search for
remote thermo signal
A6 [MEM] BUTTON
-Press to toggle among current, maximum and minimum
temperature records
-Press and hold for 2 seconds to erase the memories
A7 [ALARM/*] BUTTONS
-Press to display the alarm-1 or alarm-2 function
-Press and hold for 2 seconds to enter the corresponding
alarm time setting mode
A8 [MODE] BUTTON
-Press to toggle among the calendar clock display modes
-Press and hold for 2 seconds to enter the clock setting mode
A9 [ & ] BUTTONS
-Press to increase/ decrease the values in setting modes
-Press and hold for 2 seconds to activate/ deactivate the
autoreception of RF clock radio signal
TOP VIEW
B1 [SNOOZE/ LIGHT] BUTTON
-Pressto turn on the ELbacklight and projection for 5seconds
-Presstochangetheprojectedtemperature(IndoororOutdoor)
when projection is On
-Press to stop the alarm sound and activate the 8-minutes
Snooze function
B2 [LIGHT AUTO-ON-OFF] SLIDE BUTTON
Slide to select the different mode for the Nightlight
B3 LIGHT SENSOR
B4 ROTATABLE NIGHTLIGHT
B1
B4 B3
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BACK VIEW
C1 [180º ROTATION] BUTTON
Press to flip the projected image horizontally
C2 [FOCUS] KNOB
Rotate to adjust the focus of projection
C3 [IMAGE ROTATION] KNOB
Rotate to change the image 90º to the left or right
C4 [PROJECTION ON ] BUTTON
Slide to enable continuous projection (when Adapter is
connected)
C5 BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates 2 pieces of UM-3 or AA 1.5 V batteries
C6 [RESET] BUTTON
Press to return all settings to default values
C7 [+ LIGHT SENSOR -] KNOB
Rotate to adjust the sensitivity of the light sensor
C8 [˚C / ˚F ] BUTTON
Selects between Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
BOTTOM VIEW
D1 4.5 V DC JACK
ForAC power adapter installation
C6
C7
C8
D1
D1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C1

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KEY CONFIGURATION AND
FEATURES:REMOTE THERMO UNIT
THR228NS
A. LCD
Displays the current temperature monitored by the remote unit
B. LED INDICATOR
Flashes when the remote unit transmits a reading
C. °C/°F SLIDE SWITCH
Selects between Centigrade (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F)
D. RESET BUTTON
Returns all settings to default values
E. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Accommodates two UM-4 or AAA size 1.5V batteries
F. BATTERY DOOR
G. WALL-MOUNT HOLDER
Supports the remote unit in wall-mounting
H. REMOVABLE TABLE STAND
For standing the remote unit on a flat surface
BATTERY INSTALLATION:MAIN UNIT
This unit can be operated by batteries orAC power alone as well as
both together.

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Battery Installation:
1. Remove the battery compartment door by rotating it to the
direction of “Open ” as shown
2. Insert two pieces of UM-3 orAA 1.5V batteries in accordance
to the polarities.
3. Press [RESET].
4. Replace the battery compartment door by rotating it back onto
the unit by following the direction of “Close ”.
When the battery power level is low, the respective low battery
indicator [ ] will light up. Replace the batteries or connect it
with AC power adapter
PleasenoteifonlyACadapterisconnectedandnobatteryisinstalled,
low battery indicator [ ] for main unit will also light up.
Using AC Power

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BATTERY INSTALLATION : REMOTE UNIT
1. Place both main and remote units as close as possible to each
other.
2. Remove the screws on the battery door of the remote unit.
3. Select the units of measurement for the temperature display on
the °C/°F slide switch.
4. Install2batteries (UM-4 or "AAA" size 1.5V) strictly according
to the polarities shown.
5. Insert batteries or press the reset button of the main unit.
6. Replace the battery compartment door and secure its screws.
7. Position the remote sensor and main unit within effective
transmission range, which in usual circumstances, is 30 meters.
Though the sensor is weather resistant, and is meant for use outside,
it should be placed away from direct sunlight, rain, or snow.
Note: The effective range may be limited by building materials and
the position of either the main unit or remote sensors. Try various
set-up arrangements for best result.
REMOTE UNIT : WALL-MOUNTING OR
TABLE STANDING
Wall-mount Table Stand
FEATURES
Section I — Radio-Controlled Digital
Calendar Clock

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ABOUT RADIO RECEPTION
ImportantNote:Since this unit can also receiveremotetemperature
data from the remote unit, after battery installation, the unit will
FIRST search for the remote temperature data which may last for
up to 4 minutes. Upon successful reception of the remote data,the
unit will then automatically synchronize its time and date with the
radio signal when it is within reception range of the signal.
When the unit is receiving radio signal, the reception icon will start
toblink.Thereceptioniconwillshow either strong or weak reception
depending on the strength of the radio signal.A complete reception
generally takes about two to ten minutes.
When the reception is complete the reception icon will stop
blinking. The reception icon will show as “ ” for no reception or
“ ” for successful reception.
STRONG
WEAK
NO RECEPTION
IN PROGRESS
For best reception, place the unit away from other equipment that
emit radio frequency or microwave signals such as TVs, radios, PCs
or microwave ovens. Other causes for signal interference include
electrical power transmission tower and/or steel reinforced concrete
construction.
HOW TO ENABLE OR DISABLE AUTO -
RECEPTION
To disable the automatic reception of radio signal, press and hold
[ ] for 2 seconds. The reception icon will disappear and the unit
will stop receiving the radio signal.
To activate the signal reception again, press and hold [ ] for 2
seconds. The reception icon will appear again and start blinking to
indicate auto reception of radio signal.
Note: this activation function will be temporarily disabled when
the main unit is searching for the remote temperature data right
after battery installation or Reset.
DISPLAY MODES SELECTION
Press [MODE] in the normal display mode to scroll through the
calendar clock display modes:

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1. Clock with Second
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Indoor Temperature
2. Clock with Weekday
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Day-Month
3. Clock with Weekday
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Clock (2nd Zone-time)
4. Clock with Weekday (2nd Zone-time)
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Calendar (2nd Zone-time)
SETTING THE CLOCK AND CALENDAR
MANUALLY
When the automatic radio reception is disabled, the main unit can
be set manually. Set the Clock and Calendar by following the
procedures below:
1. Press and hold [MODE] for 2 seconds. The 2nd Zone-time
hour offset will start flashing.
2. Enter the hour-offset by using [ ] or [ ]. Press [MODE]
to confirm the entry.
3. Follow the same procedures to set the 12/24-format, hour,
minutes, year, “mm:dd” or “dd:mm” calendar display format,
month, day, display languages and hourly chime on/off mode.
4. Press [MODE] to save the changes and exit the setting mode.
If changes are made after the minute adjustment, the value of
seconds will be reset and start from zero.
5. For the day-of-week you can select among 5 languages —
English (E), French (F), German (D), Italian (I) and Spanish
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ALARM & PRE-ALARM FUNCTION
This unit has two alarms (Alarm-1 and Alarm-2) which can be
operated together or independently.
To activate or deactivate the alarm, press the [ ] or [ ] button
when the respective alarm is being displayed. “-:--“ will be shown
when the alarm is being deactivated. [ ] or [ ] will be shown
when the respective alarm is activated.
When an alarm is activated, it will go off at the preset time. The EL
backlight and projection will activate for 5 seconds and the alarm
sounds will be given out for 2 minutes.
To stop the alarm, press any key. When the [SNOOZE/LIGHT]
button is pressed to stop the alarm sound, the snooze function will
be activated and the alarm will go off again after 8 minutes. To
disable the snooze function, press and hold the [SNOOZE/LIGHT]
button for 3 seconds or press other key to stop the alarm sound.
If a second alarm goes off when the first alarm is sounding off, the
first alarm will be disabled automatically.
(a) To set the alarm:
1. Press the [ALARM/*] button once to select Alarm-1 or again
to select Alarm-2.

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2. Press and hold the [ALARM/*] for 2 seconds to enter the
alarm time setting mode. The hour will be flashing.
3. Enter the hour using the [ ] or [ ] button.
4. Press the [ALARM/*] and the minute will be flashing.
5. Enter the minute using the [ ] or [ ] button.
6. Press the [ALARM/*] to confirm the alarm time and enter the
pre-alarm setting mode. “PRE-AL” icon will be shown.
PRE-ALARM FEATURE FOR REMOTE SENSOR
The alarm function also has a pre-alarm feature which can alert the
user before the preset alarm time when weather condition changes.
This Pre-alarm function applies with Remote sensor only.
(b) To set the Pre-alarm:
1. After setting the alarm time (as indicated above) the unit will
enterthePre-alarm setting mode automatically. “PRE-AL” icon
will be shown and the time-interval will be flashing.
2. Use the [ ] or [ ] button to select the operating time
interval for this pre-alarm function. You can choose from “00”,
“15”, “30”, “45” and “60” minutes.
3. Press the [ALARM/*] to confirm and exit. The pre-alarm
function will be enabled automatically which is indicated by
the appearance of the [*] symbol.
4. To disable this pre-alarm function, select the time interval as
“00”.
The pre-alarm feature will operate during the selected time-interval
before the preset alarm time.