WS-8236U ATOMIC CLOCK WITH TEMPERATURE, HUMIDITY AND MOON PHASE Instruction Manual FEATURES: ATOMIC CLOCK: Hanging holes LCD1 display LCD2 display Battery cover Function keys Foldable stands • • • • • • • • • • • WWVB Radio controlled time with manual time setting Time display: hour, minute, second Alarm setting with snooze function Complete calendar display Weekday display (3 languages to choose from: English, French and Spanish) Time zone setting Daylight savings time ON/OFF option (DST) Indoor temp
TO INSTALL AND REPLACE BATTERIES IN THE ATOMIC CLOCK The atomic clock uses 3 x AA, 1.5V batteries. To install and replace the batteries, please follow the steps below: 1. Pull down on the tab at the top of the battery cover and lift up to remove the cover. 2. Insert batteries observing the correct polarity (see marking inside battery compartment). 3. Replace compartment cover. DO NOT SET THE CLOCK. SETTING UP: Alkaline batteries are recommended for use. Avoid using rechargeable batteries. 1. 2. 3. 4.
+ key ALM key : : SNZ key : To change any values in manual set mode or alarm set mode To enter into the alarm set mode To set the alarm ON/OFF To display the alarm time in normal mode display To exit the setting modes To activate the snooze function during alarm ATOMIC CLOCK LCD SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS The atomic clock's LCD is divided into 2 sections and once the batteries are inserted, all the segments will light up briefly before displaying the information for time, date, indoor temperature, indoor humi
After completion of the above described procedures in “Setting up” the manual setting modes can be entered by pressing and holding the SET key for 5 seconds.
2. 3. Press and release the + key to select the desired time zone. Press and release the SET key to confirm the time zone setting and continue to the DST (Daylight Saving Time) setting. Note: The time zones from –4 to –10 hours will be displayed with 3 characters abbreviations: • -4 ATL (Atlantic time), • -5 EST (Eastern time; default time zone), • -6 CST (Central time), • -7 MST (Mountain time), • -8 PST (Pacific time), • -9 ALA (Alaska time), • -10 HAW (Hawaii time).
2. 3. Press and release the + key to select radio-controlled time ON or OFF. Press and release the SET key to confirm the radio-controlled time setting and continue to the Language setting. Note: Turn off the radio-controlled time feature only if you DO NOT want the clock to automatically update itself. LANGUAGE SETTING The weekdays can be displayed in LCD2 with the pre-set languages: US English (ENG), French (FRA) and Spanish (ESP). 1.
6. Press and release the SET key to confirm the Time setting and continue to the Year setting. Note: The unit will still try to receive the signal every day despite it being manually set. When it does receive the signal, it will change the manually set time into the received time. During reception attempts the WWVB tower icon will flash. If reception has been unsuccessful, then the WWVB tower icon will not appear but reception will still be attempted the following hour.
Note: The date can only be set in conjunction with the selected month. For example, it is not possible to set the date 30 if the month of February is selected. EXIT THE MANUAL SETTING MODES • • To return to the normal display mode from anywhere in manual setting mode simply press the ALM key at anytime. If no keys are pressed for at least 15 seconds in setting mode, the atomic clock will automatically switch back to normal display mode. ALARM SETTING To enter into the alarm setting mode: 1.
WWVB RADIO CONTROLLED TIME The NIST radio station, WWVB, is located in Ft. Collins, Colorado and transmits the exact time signal continuously throughout the United States at 60 kHz. The signal can be received up to 2,000 miles away through the internal antenna in the atomic clock. However, due to the nature of the Earth’s Ionosphere, reception is very limited during daylight hours. The atomic clock will search for a signal every night when reception is best.
MOON PHASES FOR THE WS-8236U New Moon Full Moon Small Waxing Large Waxing Crescent Crescent Large Waning Gibbous Small Waning Gibbous First Quarter Last Quarter Small Waxing Gibbous Large Waning Crescent Large Waxing Gibbous Small Waning Crescent POSITIONING Before permanently mounting ensure that the atomic clock is able to receive WWVB signals from the desired location.
WALL MOUNTING 1) Using a straight edge, horizontally space at about 2“ (50 mm) three screw positions on a wall. 2) Install three mounting screws (not included) into a wall —leaving approximately 0.19“ (5mm) extended from the wall. 3) Place the atomic clock onto the screws, using the hanging holes on the backside. Gently pull the atomic clock down to lock the screws into place. Note: Always ensure that the atomic clock locks onto the screws before releasing.
• When cleaning the LCD and casing, use a soft damp cloth only. Do not use solvents or scouring agents. • Do not submerge the unit into water. • Immediately remove all low powered batteries to avoid leakage and damage. Replace only with new batteries of the recommended size. • Do not make any repairs to the unit. Please return it to the original point of purchase. Opening and tampering with the units may invalidate the warranty. SPECIFICATIONS: Indoor temperature measuring range : +14.1ºF to +99.
WARRANTY INFORMATION La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on products purchased and used in North America and only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for problem determination and service procedures.
LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN’S REACH. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights specific to your State.
