Oregon Scientific BAR122HGLA - Weather Forecast and Clock Display; Weather Forecast Function; Backlight Usage; Calendar Clock Display Modes

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WEATHER FORECAST FUNCTION
The unit is capable of detecting atmospheric pressure changes. Based
on collected data, it can predict the weather for the forthcoming 12
to 24 hours. The effective range covers an area of 18 to 30 miles.
Indicator
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Forecast
Sunny
Slightly Cloudy Cloudy
Rainy
NOTE:
1. The accuracy of a general pressure-based weather forecast is
about 70% to 75%.
2. The weather forecasts from this unit are predictions that cover
the next 12 to 24 hours. It may not necessarily reflect the current
situation.
3. The “Sunny” icon, implies clear weather.
HOW TO USE THE BACKLIGHT
This unit is equipped with an EL backlight to facilitate viewing in
the dark. Press [SNOOZE/LIGHT] button to activate the back¬
light for 8 seconds.
CALENDAR CLOCK DISPLAY MODES
The BAR122HGLA supports 2 time display modes in the sequence
of:
MODE 1. Hour-Minute-Second (of local time)
Month-Day (of local time)
MODE 2. Hour-Minute-Dav of the Week (of local time)
Month-Day (of local time)
Each press on the [MODE/SET] button will toggle the display in
the above order.
Note: The bottom line of the display will be replaced by the alarm
time if the [ 24 hffcOFF 1 button is pressed.
ABOUT RADIO RECEPTION _
The BAR122HGLA is designed to automatically synchronize its
calendar clock when it is within range of the radio signal from the
U.S. Atomic clock. When the BAR122HGLA is new and initially
set up, reception of the U.S. Atomic clock signal can take up to 72
hours.
When the unit is receiving radio signal, the RADIO RECEPTION
signal will start to blink. A complete reception generally takes about j
2 to 10 minutes, depending on the strength of the radio signal. j
When the reception is complete, the RADIO RECEPTION I
signal will stop blinking. The strength of the reception will remain
until the next scanning cycle takes place.
For better reception, place the clock away from metal objects and
electrical appliances to minimize interference.
If you wish to disable the auto-reception feature, press the
[ TIME / V ] button for three seconds. The radio reception signal
[ J] and the outline of the US-Map icon will disappear. The unit will
not respond to radio signals.
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To enable the feature again, press the [ TIME / V ] (clock) button
for three seconds.
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