BALANCE TIME 866498 - User Manual

866498 (RC-DCF)
USER MANUAL
1. Features
1.1 Time
 Radio Controlled Time (RC-DCF)
 12/24 hour time display selectable
 Daily Snooze Alarm function
 Perpetual Calendar Up to Year 2069
 Day of week in 8 languages user selectable
1.2 Temperature
 Indoor measurable range: 0°C ~+ 50°C[+32 to +122°F]
 Measures °C / °F user selectable
 Outdoor measurable range: -20 ~ 50°C [-4 ~ +122°F]
1.3 Wireless Outdoor Sensor
 433 MHz RF receiving frequency
 Transmission range: 100 meters (open area)
 Low-battery indicator for outdoor thermos senor
 Wall Mount or Table Stand

Summary

1. Product Features

1.1 Time and Calendar Functions

Details RC-DCF time, 12/24hr display, snooze, perpetual calendar, and weekday languages.

1.2 Temperature Measurement

Covers indoor/outdoor measurable temperature ranges and unit selection (°C/°F).

1.3 Wireless Outdoor Sensor Capabilities

Outlines sensor specs like RF frequency, transmission range, battery indicator, and mounting options.

2. Unit Appearance and Controls

Main Unit Display Elements

Identifies key display elements: Radio Controlled Icon, Time, Indoor/Outdoor Temp, Date, Day of Week.

Main Unit Buttons

Lists and explains the function of buttons B1 through B8 on the main unit.

Physical Features and Ports

Details physical attributes like wall mount hole, battery compartment, and stand.

3. Outdoor Sensor Design

Outdoor Sensor Components and Controls

Describes LED, temperature display, battery compartment, wall mount hole, reset, C/F button, and stand.

4. Getting Started

4.1 Main Unit Setup and Reset

Instructions for inserting batteries and resetting the main unit.

4.2 Outdoor Sensor Battery Installation

Instructions for inserting batteries into the outdoor thermo sensor.

5. Radio Frequency Transmission

Automatic Transmission Process

Main unit receives outdoor data; sensor transmits temperature signals automatically.

Manual Reception and Unit Selection

How to manually receive transmission and select temperature units (°C/°F).

6. Time and Alarm Configuration

6.1 Radio Controlled Time Synchronization

Automatic DCF time signal scanning and reception status indicators.

6.2 Manual Time and Calendar Settings

Steps for manually setting time, date, year, and calendar sequence.

6.3 Weekday Language Selection

How to select the display language for the day of the week from 8 options.

6.4 Daily Alarm Setup

Procedures for setting and activating the daily alarm.

6.5 Snooze Alarm Operation

How to use the snooze feature, including its duration and repetition.

6.6 12;24 Hour Display Format

Instructions for switching between 12-hour and 24-hour time display formats.

7. Temperature Monitoring

7.1 Temperature Display Units

How to select °C/°F units and what LL.L/HH.H means for out-of-range values.

7.2 Temperature Alert Configuration

Setting upper/lower limits for outdoor temperature alerts and activation indicators.

8. Battery Status Indication

Low Battery Icon and Replacement

Explains the low battery icon for the outdoor sensor and replacement needs.

9. Important Precautions

10. Disposal and Environmental Responsibility

Guidelines for proper disposal of the device and batteries at end of life.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

This document describes the 866498 (RC-DCF) device, a radio-controlled clock with temperature display and an outdoor sensor.

Function Description

The device primarily functions as a radio-controlled clock, automatically synchronizing with the DCF time signal. It displays the current time, date, day of the week, indoor temperature, and outdoor temperature. It also includes daily alarm and snooze functions, as well as a temperature alert feature for the outdoor sensor.

Important Technical Specifications

Time:

• Radio Controlled Time (RC-DCF)
• 12/24 hour time display selectable
• Perpetual Calendar up to Year 2069
• Day of week in 8 user-selectable languages

Temperature:

• Indoor measurable range: 0°C ~ +50°C (32°F ~ 122°F)
• Outdoor measurable range: -20°C ~ +50°C (-4°F ~ 122°F)
• Measures in °C or °F, user selectable

Wireless Outdoor Sensor:

• 433 MHz RF receiving frequency
• Transmission range: 100 meters (open area)
• Low-battery indicator for outdoor thermo sensor

Power:

• Main unit: 4 x AA size batteries
• Outdoor sensor: 2 x AAA batteries

Usage Features

Unit Appearance (Main Unit):

• A1: Radio Controlled Icon
• A2: Time Display
• A3: Indoor Temperature
• A4: Date, Day of Week
• A5: Outdoor Temperature
• B1: "MODE" Button
• B2: "SNOOZE" Button
• B3: "ALARM" Button
• B4: "+/12/24" Button
• B5: "- C/F/" Button
• B6: "SEARCH" Button
• B7: "RESET" Button
• B8: "ALERT" Button
• C1: Wall Mount Hole
• C2: Battery Compartment
• C3: Stand

Outdoor Sensor Appearance:

• D1: Transmission Indication LED
• D2: Outdoor Temperature
• D3: Battery Compartment
• D4: Wall Mount Hole
• D5: "RESET" button
• D6: "°C/°F" button
• D7: Stand

Getting Started:

1. Main Unit: Open battery compartment [C2], insert 4 x AA batteries observing polarity, replace cover. Press the RESET [B7] button with a pin.
2. Outdoor Thermo Sensor: Unscrew and open battery compartment (D3), insert 2 x AAA batteries observing polarity.

Installation:

• Main Unit: Can be placed on any flat surface using the stand (C3) or wall-mounted using the hanging hole (C1).
• Outdoor Thermo Sensor: Should be securely mounted onto a horizontal surface. Avoid direct sunlight and rain. The transmission range is up to 100m in open areas without interfering obstacles like buildings, trees, vehicles, or high voltage lines.

RF Transmission:

• The main unit automatically starts receiving outdoor temperature transmission after battery insertion, indicated by a flashing RF icon on the LCD.
• If transmission fails within the first 3 minutes, "- - . -" will be displayed.
• To manually receive transmission, hold the "SEARCH" button (B6) for 3 seconds.
• Select Celsius or Fahrenheit mode for the thermo sensor by pressing the "C/F" button (D4) on the sensor unit.
• Note: Buttons will not function during thermo sensor signal scanning unless the signal is well received or scanning is stopped manually.

Time and Alarm Setting:

• Radio Controlled Clock: After battery insertion and initial outdoor sensor transmission, the clock automatically scans for the DCF time signal, indicated by a flashing icon.
  • A flashing icon means it's receiving the signal.
  • A solid icon means the signal was successfully received.
  • No icon means reception failed.
  • The clock automatically scans daily at 3:00 a.m. If reception fails, it retries at 4:00 a.m., 5:00 a.m., and 6:00 a.m.
  • Manual scanning can be initiated by holding the "-" button (B5) for 3 seconds. Each reception attempt takes about 5 minutes.
  • Stop scanning by holding the "-" button (B5) for 3 seconds.
  • "DST" on the LCD indicates Daylight Saving Time Mode.
  • Note: Buttons will not function during DCF time signal scanning unless the signal is well received or scanning is stopped manually.
• Manual Time Setting:
  • In time display mode, hold "MODE" button (B1) for 3 seconds to enter Clock/Calendar setting Mode.
  • Use "+" (B4) or "-" (B5) buttons to adjust settings and "MODE" button (B1) to confirm. Holding the buttons accelerates the adjustment.
  • Setting sequence: Hour, Minute, Second, Year, Month/Day, Month, Date, Weekday Language, Time Zone.
  • Weekday language options: German, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Denmark, Russian (abbreviations provided in table).
  • Note: All setting modes automatically exit after 15 seconds of inactivity. If no RC-DCF signal is received, the Time Zone should be set to 0. Time Zone is for countries receiving DCF but with a different time zone (e.g., GMT+1).
• Daily Alarm Function:
  • Press "MODE" button (B1) to view alarm time ("AL" displayed).
  • Hold "MODE" button (B1) for 3 seconds to enter alarm time setting.
  • Use "+" (B4) or "-" (B5) buttons to adjust, and "MODE" button (B1) to confirm.
  • Press "ALARM" button (B3) to activate/deactivate the alarm (alarm icon appears when active).
  • When the alarm sounds, press any button to stop it. Otherwise, it stops automatically after about 2 minutes.
• Snooze Alarm Function:
  • Press "SNOOZE" (B2) button when the alarm sounds. The alarm snoozes for 5 minutes and then alerts again. "ZZ" flashes during snooze time. This can be repeated 7 times.
  • Any button except "SNOOZE" (B2) will stop the snooze alarm.
• 12/24 Hour Display Mode: Press "12/24" (B4) button to select 12 or 24 hours mode.

Thermometer:

• Temperature Display: Press "°C/°F" (B5) button to select Celsius or Fahrenheit mode.
• If temperature is out of range, "LL.L" (below minimum) or "HH.H" (above maximum) will be displayed.
• Temperature Alert Function:
  • Press "ALERT" button (B8) to activate/deactivate the Outdoor Temperature Alert function (alert icon appears when active).
  • Hold "ALERT" button (B8) for 3 seconds to enter alert setting. The upper limit icon flashes.
  • Use "+" (B4) or "-" (B5) buttons to set the upper and lower limits.
  • Press "ALERT" button (B8) to confirm.

Low Battery Indication:

• A low battery icon appears next to the outdoor temperature, indicating the thermo sensor batteries are low and should be replaced.

Maintenance Features

Precautions:

• If the unit does not work properly, press the RESET button (B7) with a pin.
• All setting modes automatically exit after 15 seconds of inactivity.
• The clock loses time information if batteries are removed.
• Avoid placing the clock near interference sources/metal frames (e.g., computers, TVs).
• Do not expose to direct sunlight, heavy heat, cold, high humidity, or wet areas.
• The outdoor sensor must not be installed underwater. Install it away from direct sunlight and rain.
• Do not clean the device with abrasive or corrosive materials/products, as they can scratch plastic parts and corrode electronic circuits.

Disposal at End of Working Life:

• Discarded appliances and electronic devices contain valuable materials and should not be thrown away with household waste.
• Hand them in to the store where purchased or to a local council recycling depot.
• This product must be disposed of separately according to waste guidelines for electrical and electronic equipment.
• Empty batteries should be deposited in special battery boxes or handed in as domestic chemical waste at a municipal depot.

Declaration of Conformity:

• The device complies with the essential requirements of R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available upon request via mail@combimex.nl. More information can be found at www.combimex.nl.

BALANCE TIME 866498 Specifications

General

Brand	BALANCE TIME
Model	866498
Category	Clock Radio
Language	English