<Remarks on alkaline batteries>
(1) Never attempt to short circuit, recharge, dismantle, or heat the alkaline battery, or place it in a fire. This may cause
a leak of the alkaline solution inside the battery, and if the solution should get into your eyes, it will cause damage.
Additionally, the battery may generate intense heat or explode.
(2) If your skin or clothing comes into contact with the alkaline solution, rinse with clean water. If the solution gets into
your eyes, rinse eyes with clean water and consult a doctor immediately.
<Remarks on plastic bag packaging>
Never put a plastic bag over your head or face.
必ずお守りください。
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Make sure to observe.
●This radio-controlled clock displays the current time and date by receiving a standard radio signal. This has a radio
modification function. (Compatible within Japan)
●It automatically selects the station transmitting an east or west radio signal (Fukushima or Kyushu).
●By pressing the SPEAK/SNOOZE button, a voice informs you of the current time, date, alarm time or temperature
and humidity.
(When the alarm time or current time is adjusted, a voice informs you of the time being set.)
●Either Japanese or English voice can be selected.
●An auto-speaking function informs you of the current time every one minute for 15 minutes.
●Time signal sounds every hour (0th minute) when the time signal is set.
●The alarm consists of both voice and electronic beep sound. (Alarm and time signal functions cannot be used
simultaneously.)
●With the snooze function, the alarm starts ringing again even if it is stopped.
●The auto-stop function automatically stops the alarm after approximately five minutes.
* When the clock is outside the reception range, it can be used as a quartz clock.
1000km 500km
500km
Fukushima
(Ohtakadoya-yama)
transmitting station
(
40 KHz
)
Kyushu (Hagane-
yama) transmitting
station
(
60 KHz
)
1000km
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A
radio-controlled clock / Automatic time setting:
The radio-controlled clock displays the current time precisely by automatically receiving an official standard frequency.
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Official standard frequency in Japan (JJY)
JJY transmits the time signal from the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT). There are two JJY
stations, and each one transmits at a different frequency. Time information of the official standard frequency is generated by an “atomic
clock” that may gain or lose 1 second over the course of 100,000 years.
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Remarks on reception of official standard frequency
The reception ranges from the JJY stations (one in the eastern part and the other in the
western part of Japan) are approximately 1,000 km to 1,200 km, depending on conditions.
This clock automatically chooses either of the frequencies, 40 kHz (East, Fukushima
transmitting station) and 60 kHz (West, Kyushu transmitting station), whichever is easier
to receive; however, it may not be able to receive a radio signal due to climatic
conditions, the direction or location of the clock, the time, geographic location or radio
disturbance such as caused by buildings.
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Note
●The
clock may display the wrong time. This may happen if it fails to receive radio signals properly because of interference,
an inappropriate location, or bad radio wave receiving conditions. Should this happen, move the clock to another place
w
here it can receive radio signals.
●Even though the clock is unable to receive radio signals, its quartz movement will continue to keep the time.
●
Time signal transmission from NICT is stopped twice each hour, for one minute at 15 minutes past and again at 45 minutes
past when a call sign is being transmitted. The transmission of a time signal may also be stopped during maintenance of
NICT facilities or because of a lightning strike. See our homepage or contact SEIKO CLOCK CUSTOMER SERVICE
SECTION for information on radio signal interruption. (Homepage address: http://www.seiko-clock.co.jp)
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Appropriate places to keep your radio-controlled clock:
This clock receives radio signals in the same way as a TV or radio. Keep the clock where it can easily receive signals,
for instance, close to a window. Please note that the clock may be unable to recieve radio signals properly under the
following conditions.
●Inside a large building, between tall buildings, underground
●Close to TV stations, overhead power lines, and train cables
●Close to home electrical appliances or Office Automation devices such as TV's, air conditioners, air cleaners, refrigera-
tors, PC's, or fax machines
●In places generating radio interference, such as near construction sites, airports, military bases, or in heavy traffic
●Inside a vehicle, train, or airplane
●Close to other sources that cause radio static
●Close to furniture made of steel, such as a steel desk
●
We certify your SEIKO clock is guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship. Refer to the guarantee attached
to the clock for further details. This guarantee is valid only in Japan. Also aftersales service is available only in Japan.
●If your clock malfunctions during the course of normal use while under guarantee, we will regulate, adjust, repair, or
replace it at no cost to you. Please present your clock to the retailer from whom the clock was purchased with the valid
guarantee on which the retailer's stamp is affixed.
●A malfunction which is not covered by our guarantee or that has occurred after the guarantee period has elapsed will be
repaired at cost, if you request to have your clock repaired.
●A stock of replacement parts for SEIKO clocks will be kept for 3 years. In principle, your clock can be repaired within
this period. Replacement parts are parts essential to maintaining the functional integrity of the clock. Please note that,
depending on the conditions of use, your clock may not be able to be reconditioned or its accuracy may not be restored.
Please consult the retailer from whom the clock was purchased when requesting repairs to your clock.
●Please note that, if the clock parts or accessories are damaged, some alternative parts may be used for repairs.
●During the guarantee period or after the guarantee period has elapsed, you may present a clock to the retailer from whom
the clock was purchased to request repairs.
●In case of a malfunction which is not covered by our guarantee or a malfunction that has occurred after the guarantee
period has elapsed, repair costs, transfer fees from the retailer to our factory, and other costs shall be paid by the owner of
the clock. Please note that these costs may exceed the retail price of the clock.
●Since the sensors are inside the clock, the display does not change immediately after temperature and humidity around
the clock change.
●Temperature is displayed and announced in “Celsius.”
●Display when the temperature is in the following condition:
･Temperature : below –10°C “Lo” above +70°C “HI”
･Humidity : below 20% “Lo” above 90% “HI”
However, humidity is displayed as “- -” when the temperature is out of the range from 0°C to 60°C.
<Remarks on places where clock is installed>
Do not install the clock in a place subject to vibration or an unstable place where the clock may fall resulting in injury
or damage to property.
<Remarks on batteries>
Please be sure to observe the following correct battery usage. Misusing batteries may cause leakage or a battery
explosion, which may result in a malfunction of the clock or personal injury.
(1) Insert batteries into the battery holders, locating the plus (+) and minus (-) ends correctly.
(2) If the battery life described in the product specifications has passed, replace all batteries with new ones as specified
in this manual even when the clock is still working. Also, remove all batteries if you do not use the clock. If only
one of the batteries is replaced or old batteries are kept inside, other parts may stop or liquid leakage from old
batteries may contaminate or damage the clock.
(3) Charging may result in liquid leakage or damage because included batteries are not rechargeable types.
(4) Do not directly solder the batteries, and do not drop water on the batteries.
(5) For storage, avoid places exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures and high humidity. Immediately dispose of
used batteries and keep them away from children in the case of storage.
(6) When the clock does not work, the battery terminals may be contaminated. Clean the terminals with a soft cloth.
(7) As the initial batteries are inserted at the factory, their actual lives once in your possession may be shorter than the
specified period.
<Remarks on liquid crystal panel>
If the liquid crystal panel of the clock is broken, care should be taken to avoid injury. In the case of any of the
incidents below, take the following emergency steps;
(1) If your skin is in contact with the liquid crystal, gently wipe away, rinse your skin with clean water.
(2) If the liquid crystal gets into your eyes, rinse your eyes with clean water for more than 15 minutes, and
consult a doctor immediately.
(3) If the liquid crystal is swallowed, rinse the inside of the mouth, drink an excessive amount of water so as to
induce vomiting, and consult a doctor immediately.
LOCATION AND CARE OF YOUR CLOCK
Make sure to read before use.
Make sure to read before use.
LOCATION AND CARE OF YOUR CLOCK
<
Location>
Avoid using your SEIKO clock in the following places.
Otherwise, the quality of the product and batteries may not be ensured, resulting in trouble in precision and
battery exhaustion. This product is not for commercial use.
●Under conditions where the temperature is below -10°C
●Under conditions where the temperature is above 50°C or where it is exposed to direct sunlight
For example, outdoors, places exposed to hot air caused by heating appliances, etc., or close to flames
●Do not place in moist, humid environments such as in a bathroom, places splashed with water and places directly
exposed to steam from humidifying devices
●Also, do not place near areas exposed to strong magnetic fields or vibrations or unstable places
●Close to sources that create radio static
<
Care of your clock>
●When cleaning the clock case, wipe it with a soft moist cloth.
●If the clock case becomes excessively dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth moistened with a small amount of diluted
detergent, and wipe again with a dry cloth.
●Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol, cleanser or brushes, to clean the clock case. Also, do not expose the clock to
insecticide or hair spray. Otherwise, discoloration or damage may result.
<Remarks on liquid crystal panel>
●Depending on the direction of the clock, the digital display may be faint or uneven.
●When the clock is operated in low temperatures, the response of the digital display may become slower.
●When the clock is operated in high temperatures, the liquid crystal panel may become dark and may not be readable.
●Do not touch the liquid crystal panel, as the digital display may become faint or uneven. If the panel is touched, leave
it untouched for a while, and the display will return to normal.
When the product does not operate normally, refer to the table below to check before requesting repair.
And when replacing the batteries with new ones, check the recommended period of use before use.
Nothing is displayed.
No sound is produced.
The time or calendar
is not displayed
completely.
The time or calendar
is adjusted
improperly.
The alarm does not
ring
Symptom Possible Cause
-There is no battery in the clock.
- The battery charge is low.
- The positive (+) and negative (-) portions
of the battery are positioned incorrectly.
- The battery charge is low.
- The clock is reset improperly.
-
- The signal reception is unsuccessful.
- The battery charge is low.
- The clock is reset improperly.
- “ALARM/TIME SIGNAL switch” is turned OFF
or “TIME SIGNAL”.
-
Treatment
Improper operation caused by static electricity, etc.
- Check the direction of the newly inserted
batteries, and press the RESET button.
- Reinsert the batteries correctly and make sure to
press the RESET button.
- Check the direction of the newly inserted
batteries, and press the RESET button.
- Read the reverse page ■If the clock fails to receive
a radio signal, to attempt to receive a radio signal again.
- Turn ON the “ALARM/TIME SIGNAL switch.”
Improper operation caused by static electricity, etc.
- Check the direction of the newly inserted
batteries, and press the RESET button.
- Reinsert the batteries correctly and make sure to
press the RESET button.
- Reinsert the batteries correctly and make sure to
press the RESET button.
- Reinsert the batteries correctly and make sure to
press the RESET button.
- The clock is reset improperly.
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Manual time setting: Loss/gain (monthly rate) is less than 30 seconds (at a normal temperature range between 5°C and 35°C)
●Display shows less than 1 second loss/gain after receiving radio signal.
●Operational temperature range: between -10°C and +50°C (the display can be read between 0°C and +40°C)
●Alarm: Voice and electronic beep sound which changes at three stages, auto-stop for approximately 5 minutes,
snooze for approximately 5 minutes (the snooze function can be used repeatedly).
●Automatic calendar: The calendar adjusts automatically for odd and even months including February of leap years from
Jan. 1, 2000 to Dec. 31, 2099.
●Temperature range: Temperature can be measured between 0°C and +40°C (accurate to within ±2°C).
●Humidity range: Humidity can be measured between 20%RH and 85%RH (accurate to within ±8% at 25°C).
●Time/Calendar display: Hour, minute, second, date, day of the week, and temperature (°C) and humidity
(%) can be displayed. 12-hour time indication with AM/PM indicator and 24-hour indication are available.
●Battery: AA alkaline batteries (JIS standard: LR6), 2 pcs
●Battery life: Approximately 1 year
●Time setting by receiving a radio signal: Automatic reception (Every three hours from 2:00 AM. The clock moves
according to the quartz movement accuracy until the next reception.)
Manual reception
* The specifications are subject to change without prior notice due to product improvement.
Radio-controlled
Alarm Clock
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing a SEIKO clock.
Please read the instructions carefully for
proper and safe use of your SEIKO clock
before using it, and retain this manual for
future reference.
Instructions are subject to change without prior notice.
The appearance of the figures in the instructions may
differ from the actual display due to printing limitations.
SEIKO CLOCK is not responsible for any additional
expenses or losses that result from the use of this clock.
Any amendment or copying of this instruction manual
without the permission of SEIKO CLOCK is prohibited.
Should you have any questions concerning
clock or aftersales service, confirm the serial
number on the back of the case or the bottom of
the clock and contact the SEIKO CLOCK
CUSTOMER SERVICE SECTION.
Examples of serial numbers: AMOOO,
PWOOO, KROOO, etc.
SEIKO CLOCK CUSTOMER SERVICE SECTION
Toll free 0120-315-474
Sales Representative
http://www.seiko-clock.co.jp (Japanese language website)
4-3, Fukuzumi 2-Chome, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-8557, Japan
INSTRUCTION MANUAL No. FDA-013P
FEATURES
WHAT IS A RADIO-CONTROLLED CLOCK?
AFTERSALES SERVICE AND GUARANTEE
WARNING
CAUTION
REMARKS ON TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY INDICATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
