Radio Shack 63-968 User manual
Cat. No. 63-968
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
Radio-Controlled Clock
63-968.fm Page 1 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
2
FEATURES
Your RadioShack Radio-Controlled Clock combines a simple
design with advanced technology. You can set the clock so It
automatically sets the time and date using a radio signal it re-
ceives. The clock checks this radio signal several times each
day and automatically updates the time and date, providing the
most accurate time possible.
Your clock receives a 60 kHz longwave radio signal from radio
station WWV to set and update the time and date, which broad-
casts the time according to the U.S. government’s hyper-
accurate atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado.
Your clock’s features include:
Large Liquid Crystal Display — makes the clock easy to read.
The current time and alarm time, the time zone you are in, and
the day of the week appear on the display.
Signal Strength Meter —shows you the strength of the radio
signal your clock is receiving to set the time.
Three Languages — you can view the month, date, and day of
the week in English, French, or Spanish.
Time Zone Map — let you set the displayed time for Pacific,
Mountain, Central, or Eastern time zones.
Crescendo Alarm — sounds a series of beeps that gradually
increase in volume.
©1999 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
RadioShack is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
63-968.fm Page 2 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
3
Snooze Control — lets you temporarily silence the alarm for
about 8 minutes so you can sleep a little longer.
Low Battery Indicator — appears when the batteries are
weak.
Display Backlight — lets you see all information on the display
in low-light situations.
Manual Clock Setting — let you manually set the clock if your
radio cannot receive the necessary radio signal.
63-968.fm Page 3 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
4
CONTENTS
Preparation ............................................................................ 5
Installing the Batteries ........................................................ 5
Replacing the Batteries ............................................... 8
Placing the Antenna ........................................................... 8
Mounting the Clock ............................................................ 9
Selecting a Location .................................................... 9
Mounting the Antenna ............................................... 11
Daylight Saving Time ....................................................... 11
Operation ............................................................................. 12
Changing the Time Zone .................................................. 12
Using the Alarm ............................................................... 12
Setting the Alarm Time .............................................. 12
Turning the Alarm On/Off ........................................... 13
Using Snooze ................................................................... 14
Using the Display Light .................................................... 14
Special Features .................................................................. 15
Manually Setting the Time, Date, and Language ............. 15
Turning Automatic Time Setting Off/On ............................ 16
Care and Maintenance ........................................................ 17
Resetting the Clock .......................................................... 18
Specifications ...................................................................... 19
63-968.fm Page 4 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
5
PREPARATION
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
Your clock requires two AAA batteries (not supplied) for power.
For the best performance and longest life, we recommend Ra-
dioShack alkaline batteries.
Cautions:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recom-
mended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batter-
ies (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable
batteries of different capacities.
Follow these steps to install batteries.
1. Pull the tab on the battery compartment cover in the direc-
tion of the arrow to remove it.
2. Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the
polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.
3. Replace the cover.
63-968.fm Page 5 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
6
Notes:
• If the clock does not operate after you install the batteries,
remove them and wait about 5 seconds until the display
clears. Then reinstall them.
• The clock displays the day of the week in English. To set
the clock so it displays in another language, see “Manually
Setting the Time, Date, and Language” on Page 15.
• The clock is set to automatically search for a radio signal to
set the time and date when you install the batteries. To set
the clock manually instead, see “Manually Setting the Time,
Date, and Language” on Page 15.
Immediately after you install the batteries, all of the clock’s dis-
play elements briefly appear, then and :flash. Then the
clock scans for the radio signal and the map of the United
States flashes for about 2 minutes. While the clock scans for
the radio signal, you might see any of the following:
What You See What it Means
The clock received a radio signal strong
enough to set the date and time within the
last 96 hours.
The time and date were set manually.
63-968.fm Page 6 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
7
The clock has not received a radio signal
strong enough to set the date and time
within the last 96 hours. Reposition or ro-
tate the antenna before 2, 3, 4, or 9 AM, or
3 or 9 PM, or set the date and time manu-
ally (see “Manually Setting the Time, Date,
and Language” on Page 15).
No indicator You have turned off the automatic time
setting feature. See “Turning Automatic
Time Setting Off/On” on Page 16 to turn
that feature back on.
The clock is receiving the radio signal and
the time/date will be set shortly.
The clock is receiving a radio signal, but
the reception is not strong enough to set
the clock. Reposition or rotate the antenna
until you see before the antenna icon
stops flashing.
What You See What it Means
63-968.fm Page 7 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
8
Notes:
• On very cloudy and stormy days, the radio signal might not
be strong enough to set the clock.
• If the clock does not receive a strong signal within about 2
minutes, it stops scanning and looks for a signal again at
the next preprogrammed time (see “Turning Automatic
Time Setting Off/On” on Page 16).
Replacing the Batteries
When flashes, the display dims or disappears, or the
clock stops working properly, replace the batteries.
Cautions:
• Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not bury
or burn them.
• If you do not plan to use the clock for several weeks,
remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can
destroy electronic parts.
PLACING THE ANTENNA
While the clock is scanning for the radio signal, place the anten-
na at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the clock, on a window
or a wall near a window. If does not appear while the clock
is checking the time signal, reposition or rotate the antenna until
the icon flashes.
63-968.fm Page 8 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
9
MOUNTING THE CLOCK
You can place the clock on any flat surface such as a desk,
shelf, or table, or mount it on a wall using hook-and-loop tape
(not supplied).
Selecting a Location
Choose a location indoors near a window to mount the clock, so
you can mount the antenna near the window. The clock’s anten-
na cord extends up to about 3 feet.
Cautions:
• Do not place the clock or antenna where it will be in direct
sunlight.
• Keep the clock and antenna away from heat or cold
sources such as stoves, heating and air conditioning vents,
and radiators.
• Do not mount the clock near a TV, high power cable, or
metal table because these could interfere with radio signal
reception.
• The antenna is permanently attached to the clock. Do not
cut or try to change the length of the antenna cord.
• Avoid placing the antenna’s cord where it could be pinched
or cut.
63-968.fm Page 9 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
10
To place the clock on a flat surface, turn the base on the bottom
of the clock clockwise until it stops, then place the clock on the
surface.
To mount the clock on a wall using hook-and-loop tape (not
supplied), follow these steps.
1. Use a damp cloth to clean the back of the clock. Let the
surface dry.
2. Remove the backing from one side of the tape and stick
that side to the back of the clock.
Note: Do not place the hook-and-loop tape over the clock’s
battery compartment cover.
3. Remove the backing from the other side of the tape and
press the clock firmly onto the mounting surface.
63-968.fm Page 10 Friday, July 2, 1999 2:19 PM
Table of contents
Other Radio Shack Clock manuals
Radio Shack
Radio Shack Big LCD Clock User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack 63-969 User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack project-board Series User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack 63-987 User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack 63-1420 User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack 63-1416 User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack 09A02 User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack Talking Alarm Clock Thermometer with 199-Year... User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack 63-992 User manual
Radio Shack
Radio Shack 63-996 User manual
Popular Clock manuals by other brands
Silicon Laboratories
Silicon Laboratories SI5324 manual
Heathkit
Heathkit GC-1005 Assembly manual
Oregon Scientific
Oregon Scientific PRYSMA RMR221P manual
Andrew O'Malley
Andrew O'Malley DOTKLOK Assembly instructions
ALGE-Timing
ALGE-Timing ASC3 manual
Bodet
Bodet Profil 960 Installation and operating instructions
Progetti
Progetti KALIMERO Directions
La Crosse Technology
La Crosse Technology WT-3141b Quick setup instructions
La Crosse Technology
La Crosse Technology W86531 owner's manual
Sharp
Sharp SPC900 instruction manual
La Crosse Technology
La Crosse Technology 404-50447 quick start guide
Datexx
Datexx DF0063 quick guide