Timex T235 IB Clock User Manual


 
Model: T235 IB (English Version)
Color : Black text on white paper (1C +1C)
Size: 120 W x 170 H mm (folded), 720 x 170 mm (unfold)
Date: Aug. 28, 2013
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timexaudio.com Made in China
Power Source: AC~120V 60Hz 10W
Clock Backup:
DC 3V
“AAA”
Size
x 2
Service No.: T235-A-A
T235
Alarm Clock Radio
Toll Free: 1-800-888-4491
Mfd & Serviced by SDI Technologies Inc.
TIMEX Reg TM Timex Corporation in the U.S. & other countries
Frequency Range: AM
520
-
1710
kHz
FM
87.5
-
107.9
MHz
4008427
CONFORMS TO
ANSI/UL STD. 60065
CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA
STD. C22.2 No.60065
Timex Audio Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI), warrants
this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and
conditions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase.
Should this product fail to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first return it to the store
where it was originally purchased. Should this fail to resolve the matter and service still be required
by reason of any defect or malfunction during the warranty period, SDI will repair or, at its
discretion, replace this product without charge. This decision is subject to verification of the defect
or malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service Center authorized by SDI
Customer Service. The product must include proof of purchase, including date of purchase. An
out-of-warranty fee for service will be charged for units that are received without proof of
purchase.
Before returning this product for service, please first replace the batteries (if applicable) with fresh
ones, as exhausted or defective batteries are the most common cause of problems encountered.
If service is still required:
1. Call SDI Customer Service at 1-800-888-4491 for Return Authorization and for the address of
the Factory Service Center.
2. Remove the batteries (if applicable) and pack the unit in a well padded, heavy corrugated box.
SDI is not responsible for damage that occurs during shipping to the Factory Service Center.
3. Enclose a photocopy of your sales receipt, credit card statement, or other proof of the date of
purchase, if within the warranty period. Also include your name and address information, a brief
description for why the unit is being returned, and the return authorization number. No unit can
be processed without a return authorization number.
4. Write the return authorization number on the side of the shipping package and send the unit
prepaid and insured to the Factory Service Center address authorized by SDI Customer Service.
Disclaimer of Warranty
NOTE: This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed.
It does not cover (i) products which have been damaged by negligence or willful actions, misuse
or accident, or which have been modified or repaired by unauthorized persons; (ii) cracked or
broken cabinets, or units damaged by excessive heat; (iii) damage to digital media players, CD’s
or tape cassettes (if applicable); (iv) the cost of shipping this product to the Factory Service Center
and its return to the owner.
This warranty is valid only in the United States of America and does not extend to owners of the
product other than to the original purchaser. In no event will SDI or any of its affiliates, contractors,
resellers, their officers, directors, shareholders, members or agents be liable to you or any third
party for any consequential or incidental damages, any lost profits, actual, exemplary or punitive
damages. (Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusion of
consequential damages, so these restrictions may not apply to you.) This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Your acknowledgement and agreement to fully and completely abide by the above mentioned
disclaimer of warranty is contractually binding to you upon your transfer of currency (money order,
cashier's check, or credit card) for purchase of your SDI product.
© 2013 SDI Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved
Questions? Visit www.timexaudio.com
or call 1-800-888-4491 Toll Free
Limited 90 Day Warranty Information
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
AVERTISSEMENT: POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE D’INCENDIE OU DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, NE PAS
EXPOSER CET APPAREIL SOUS LA PLUIE ET L’HUMIDITÉ
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user of the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk electric shock to persons.
The symbols above are located at the bottom of the cabinet.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not use this (Polarized) plug with an extension cord
receptacle, or other outlets unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
ATTENTION: Pour prévenir les chocs électriques ne pas utiliser cette fiche polarisée avec un
prolongateur. Une prise de courant, ou une autre sortie de courant sauf si les lames peuvent étre
insérées à fond sans en laisser aucune partie à decouvert.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
L'appareil ne doit pas être exposé aux écoulements ou aux éclaboussures et aucun objet ne contenant
de liquide, tel qu'un vase, ne doit être placé sur l'objet.
• Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In
order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected
from the mains socket outlet completely.
La prise du secteur ne doit pas être obstruée ou doit être facilement accessible pendant son utilisation.
Pour être complètement déconnecté de l'alimentation d'entrée, la prise doit être débranchée du secteur.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Les piles ne doivent pas être exposées à de forte chaleur, tel qu'à la lumière du soleil, au feu ou autres
choses de semblable.
• Caution marking is located at the bottom of apparatus.
Les précautions d'emploi sont inscrites en bas de l'appareil.
• The marking information is located at the bottom of apparatus.
Les marquages sont inscrits en bas de l'appareil.
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
This unit has been designed and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can result in potential
electrical shock or fire hazards.
1. Read these Instructions.
2. Keep these Instructions.
3. Heed all Warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Water and Moisture - Do not use this apparatus near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.
6. Ventilation - Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions. For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block
ventilation openings. Also, it should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet
that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
7. Heat - Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Power Sources - The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
9. Grounding or Polarization - Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding - type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Power-Cord Protection - Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. It is always best to have a
clear area from where the cord exits the unit to where it is plugged into an AC outlet.
11. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the well outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Clean only with a dry cloth.
12. Non-Use Periods – The power cord of the unit should be unplugged from the outlet when it is to be
left unused for a long period of time.
13. Objects and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through openings.
14. Attachments - Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
15. Lightning - Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. Damage Require Service - Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
18. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the user’s operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
19. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service telchnician
to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
20. Antenna - Do not connect to an external antenna.
Questions? Service? Warranty? Visit www.timexaudio.com
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
Battery Back-up System
Your new Timex Clock Radio includes a battery back up system that will maintain the time and alarm
settings during a temporary power interruption. The battery back up system requires two “AAA” batteries,
not included. We recommend you use a well-known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best
performance. If you experience a power failure while batteries are installed, the display will turn ‘off’ but the
clock will continue to run and maintain your alarm settings. When power is restored the display will turn
‘on’ again and the time and alarm settings will be correct.
Installing The Batteries
• Press on the battery door locking tab to open and remove the battery door.
• Install two “AAA” batteries in the battery compartment. Observe the polarity (+/ - ) markings in the battery
compartment to make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.
• Replace the battery door.
Protect Your Furniture
This clock radio has four silicon rubber feet on the bottom cabinet to prevent the radio from sliding and to
avoid scratching your furniture. These rubber feet are designed not to leave marks on furniture. However
the use of certain furniture polishes could cause the rubber feet to soften and stick to your furniture. If this
radio is going to be placed on fine, highly polished wooden furniture, you should place small self-adhesive
felt pads on the rubber feet, or place a cloth between the radio and the surface of the furniture.
AC Power Plug
This model is equipped with a polarized AC power plug that has one wide blade and one narrow blade.
This plug will only fit in a polarized AC outlet. This is a safety feature designed to prevent electric shock. Do
not try to defeat this safety feature by filing the wider blade or using an adapter to make this plug fit in a
non-polarized outlet. If this plug will not fit in your outlet you should have your outlet changed by a qualified
electrician.
FM Antenna
Unwind the FM wire antenna, located on the back cabinet, and extend it to its full length for best FM reception.
Unwind the FM wire antenna and extend it to its full length.
Unwind the AC power cord completely and insert the plug into a 120V/60Hz AC outlet. Use an
outlet that is always ‘live’. Do not use an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.
When the clock is connected to the AC outlet for the first time the display will turn on and begin
flashing “12:00 (PM)”.
Setting The Time
NOTE: The time can only be set when the clock radio is in the OFF mode. If the radio is playing,
press and hold the POWER/MODE button until the display briefly shows ‘OFF’ and then reverts
to the time.
1. If the display is flashing, press the TUN + (HOUR) button to advance the display to the
correct hour. If the display is not flashing press and hold the CLOCK button once and the
display begins to flash, then press the TUN + (HOUR) button to advance the display to the
correct hour. Observe the PM indicator to confirm that you have set the hour correctly. If
the PM indicator is ‘On’ the hour on the display is PM. If the PM indicator does not appear
the hour on the display is AM.
2. Press the TUN - (MINS) button to advance the display to the correct minute.
3. When the correct time is flashing on the display press and hold the CLOCK button. The
display stops flashing and the clock begins to run.
Setting The Alarm Time
This Timex clock radio has dual alarms that can be set and used independently. The initial
default alarm settings are 6:00 AM for Alarm 1 and 7:00 AM for Alarm 2. The procedure for
setting both alarms is the same.
NOTE: The alarm times can only be adjusted when the clock radio is in the OFF mode. If the
radio is playing, press and hold the POWER/MODE button until the display briefly shows ‘OFF’
and then reverts to the time.
1. Press and hold the ALM 1 button until the Alarm 1 time and the Alarm 1 Buzzer indicator
begin flashing in the display, then release the button.
2. Press the TUN + (HOUR) button to advance the display to the desired wake-up hour.
Observe the PM indicator to confirm that you have set the wake-up hour correctly. If the PM
indicator is ‘On’ the wake-up hour on the display is PM. If the PM indicator does not appear
the wake-up hour on the display is AM.
3. Press the TUN - (MINS) button to advance the display to the correct wake-up minute, and
then release the button.
4. Press the ALM1 button once more to confirm the wake-up time setting or after 8 seconds
the display will stop flashing and the new wake-up time will be entered automatically. The
display will return to the correct time of day but the Buzzer indicator will remain ‘on’ in the
display indicating that the Alarm 1 is now set to wake you to the buzzer.
5. To change the alarm mode from buzzer to radio, or to cancel the alarm, press the ALM 1
button again. The Buzzer indicator will turn on. Press the ALM1 button once more to select
the Radio alarm. The Radio indicator turns on. Press the ALM 1 button once more to cancel
the alarm function. The alarm indicators disappear and the display returns to the correct
time.
6. Follow the same procedure to set the Alarm 2 wake-up time.
Replacing The Back Up Batteries / Power Failure
Good quality alkaline batteries should last for at least one year under normal conditions. When
you decide to change the batteries, leave the clock radio connected to the AC outlet to avoid
having to reset the time, alarm times, and radio preset station memories.
If you experience a power failure and the back up batteries are exhausted, the display will begin
flashing when the power is restored. If you notice the flashing display you should first remove
the exhausted batteries, install fresh batteries, and then reset the time, alarm times, and preset
station memories as described in this manual.
Cleaning The Cabinet
If the cabinet becomes dusty wipe with a soft, dry dust cloth. Never spray the cabinet with
furniture dusting sprays. If the cabinet becomes dirty or smudged with fingerprints, wipe it with
a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Never use chemicals or
abrasive cleaners. Never allow water or any other liquid to enter the cabinet.
There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. To avoid the potential for electric shock
never open the cabinet yourself. Refer all service problems to a qualified service technician at a
factory authorized service center. Consult your warranty for more details.
Controls and Indicators
Model T235
Jumbo Display
AM/FM Clock Radio
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Battery Back up
Compartment
Front Panel
Top Panel
Back Panel
Bottom Cabinet
PM Indicator
Speaker
AC Power Cord
Auxiliary Input Jack
Preparation For Use
Operating Instructions
3. Press the PRESETS button once more to store your station in Preset Memory number 1.
The preset indicator will automatically advance to “P 02”.
4. Repeat steps 1 thru 3 until you have stored up to 10 stations of one band, then change
bands and follow the same procedure to store up to 10 stations of the remaining band.
To Recall A Preset Station
Tune to the desired band and then press the PRESETS button to scroll through the 10 preset
memories to find your desired station.
To Change A Preset Station
1. Tune to the new station that you want to store.
2. Press and hold the PRESETS button until the Preset Number indicator begins flashing.
3. Press the TUN + or TUN – button until the preset number that you want to change is flashing
in the display.
4. Press the PRESETS button once more. The new station is entered into the preset memory
number that you selected and the previous station is deleted.
Alarm Operation
1. When using this product for the first time, press and hold the ALM 1 or ALM 2 button to
reconfirm the wake-up time settings. Follow the “Setting The Alarm Times” procedure
above to adjust the wake-up times if necessary.
2. Continue pressing the ALM 1 or ALM 2 buttons to select either Buzzer or Radio as the
wake-up source. The appropriate indicator will remain in the display to confirm your
selection. NOTE: The alarm will turn on to the last station you were listening to before
turning the unit off.
3. At the selected wake up time the buzzer or the radio will turn on. It will begin softly and
gradually increase to full volume to wake you gently. The alarm will continue for one hour
and then shut off and reset itself for the following day.
4. To stop the alarm sooner, press the POWER/MODE (ALM RESET) button. The alarm stops
immediately and resets itself for the following day.
5. To cancel one or both alarm so that they do not turn on the following day, continue pressing
the ALM 1 or ALM 2 buttons until the Buzzer or Radio indicators no longer appear in the
display.
Snooze
/
Sleep Button
When the alarm is sounding press the SNOOZE/SLEEP button to stop the alarm temporarily for
a few minutes extra sleep. The alarm will turn on again after 9 minutes. You may repeat the
Snooze operation several times within one hour, but after one hour the alarm will not turn on
again and will reset itself for the following day.
When the alarm is not sounding press the SNOOZE/SLEEP button to activate the Sleep to
radio timer. The radio will turn on to the last tuned station and the display will show “90” indicat-
ing that the radio will play for 90 minutes before auto shutoff. To adjust the amount of sleep
time, continue pressing the SNOOZE/SLEEP button to reduce the amount of time by 10
minutes with each press. When the Sleep timer counts down to “00” the radio shuts off
automatically. To shut the radio off at any time press the POWER/MODE button.
You may adjust the radio volume level during sleep timer operation.
Dimmer (Display Brightness) Control
By default the display brightness is set to the Hi level at our factory. Press the DIMMER button
once to reduce the display brightness to a low level. Press again to return to full brightness.
Auxiliary Input (AUX IN) Jack (on back panel)
You can listen to music from an external source such as an iPod, MP3 player, CD player, etc,
through the speaker of your Timex clock radio. Use a 3.5mm stereo audio cable (not included)
to connect the headphone jack of your external source to the AUX IN jack on the back panel of
your Timex clock radio.
Press the POWER/MODE button on the radio until the display shows “AUH”. Begin playback
on your external device. Adjust the volume level of the clock radio as desired. You may need to
adjust the volume level on your external device as well.
When you are finished listening press and hold the POWER/MODE button
until the display
shows OFF. Don’t forget to turn off your external device as well.
NOTE: You must make the time and alarm time adjustments while the display is flashing. If no
adjustments are made for approximately 8 seconds the display will stop flashing and cannot be
adjusted. If this occurs you must start the time and alarm setting procedure again and make
sure that you complete the adjustments while the display is flashing.
Radio Operation
POWER/MODE Button – When the unit is ‘off’ press the POWER/MODE button repeatedly to
select the following operating modes:
First Press – FM Radio band. The initial default display is 87.5 mHz.
Second Press – AM Radio band. The initial default display is 520 kHz.
Third Press – AUX (AUH) mode. To listen to an external audio source.
1. Press the POWER/MODE Button to turn the radio ‘on’ and select the FM band. The initial
FM frequency display is 87.5 mHz. Press the POWER/MODE Button again to select the AM
band. The initial AM frequency display is 520 kHz.
2. After selecting the desired band tune to a radio station by either the automatic or manual
tuning method:
• Automatic Tuning – If the LED display is showing the radio frequency, press and hold the
TUN + or TUN – button until the frequency display begins to move, then release the button.
The tuner will search up or down for the next strong station and stop on that station. Repeat
this procedure until the tuner stops on the desired station. After a few seconds the display
will change from the radio frequency back to the correct time.
• Manual Tuning – If the LED display is showing the radio frequency, repeatedly press the
TUN + or TUN – button until the display shows the frequency of your desired station. Use
the Manual Tuning method to tune to weaker stations that could be bypassed during
automatic tuning. After a few seconds the display will change from the radio frequency back
to the correct time.
3. Press the ALM 1 (VOL - ) or ALM 2 (VOL +) button to adjust the radio volume level. The
display changes to show the volume level indication (00 to 20) during volume adjustments,
then changes back to the radio station frequency, and then the current time.
4. To see the radio frequency display at any time, briefly press the TUN + or TUN - button. The
display will change from time to radio frequency for a few seconds and then change back
to current time display.
5. When you are finished listening press and hold the POWER/MODE button until the display
shows OFF, then release the button. The display will then return to the correct time.
Last Station Memory
The tuner remembers the last FM and AM station that you were listening to and automatically
returns to those stations the next time you select the FM or AM mode.
Preset Station Memory
The tuner can store up to 10 FM and 10 AM station in memory for easy recall. To store a station
in memory:
1. Tune to the first station that you wish to store using either the Automatic or Manual Tuning
methods described above.
2. When the display is showing the frequency of the desired station, press and hold the
PRESETS button until the “P 01” indicator begins flashing in the display.
POWER/MODE (ALM RESET) Button – Press to turn the radio ‘on’, to select FM, AM or AUX modes.
Press and hold to turn the radio ‘off’ again. When the alarm is sounding press to stop the alarm and
reset it for the following day.
TUN + (HOUR) Button – During radio operation press to tune the radio to a higher frequency. When
radio is off, press to adjust the Hours display during time or alarm adjustments.
TUN – (MINS) Button – During radio operation press to tune the radio to a lower frequency. When
radio is off, press to adjust the Minutes display during time or alarm adjustments.
CLOCK (PRESETS) Button – When Radio is ‘Off’ press and hold to enter clock setting mode. When
Radio is ‘ON” press to store or recall a preset memory station.
DIMMER (HI/LO) Button – Press to switch the display brightness between the High and Low settings.
ALM 1 (VOL - ) Button – When Radio is ‘Off” press and hold to enter Alarm 1 setting mode.
When Radio is ‘On’ press to lower volume level.
ALM 2 (VOL + ) Button – When Radio is ‘Off’ press and hold to enter the Alarm 2 setting mode. When
Radio is ‘On’ press to increase volume level.
SNOOZE (SLEEP) Button – When either alarm is sounding press to stop the alarm temporarily. After
9 minutes the alarm turns on again. When alarm is not sounding, press to activate the SLEEP timer
and to adjust the sleep timer duration between 90 minutes and 10 minutes before auto shutoff.
Care and Maintenance
Press
AC Plug
AC Outlet
AUX IN
ALM (Alarm) 1 Buzzer
/
Radio Indicators
ALM (Alarm) 2 Buzzer
/
Radio Indicators
Time and Radio
Frequency Display
FM Antenna Wire
Power / Mode /
Alarm Reset Button
Tune + / Hour Button
Snooze / Sleep Button
Tune - / Minute Button
Clock (Set) / Presets Button
Display Dimmer Button
ALM (Alarm) 1 /
Volume
(Down) Button
ALM (Alarm) 2 /
Volume + (Up) Button
Controls and Their Functions
AUX IN
FM wire antenna
T235-081913-A