Model T618 Stereo CD Clock Radio with Digital Tuning and Nature Sounds For additional information, online registration, and exclusive special offers visit our website: www.sdidirect.com For questions or comments regarding this or other products, please call our toll-free number 1-800-888-4491. Para instruccionese en Espanol, llame al 1-800-888-4491.
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Table of Contents A Consumer Guide to Product Safety ............................................................................................................................4-6 Safety Instructions FCC Information Laser Safety Installation and Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................7 Installation “Sure Alarm” Battery Backup Installation Maintenance Controls and Indicators .
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note of all warnings listed in these instructions and on the unit. 1.
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety 8. Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into any openings or vents located on the product. 9. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer. 10. Lightning and Power Surge Protection – Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time.
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Installation and Maintenance Installation 1. Remove unit and all packing materials from the carton. You should save packing materials in case unit needs to be returned for service. If you do not wish to save the materials, please dispose of them properly. 2. Place the unit on a stable, level surface, close to an AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of dust, dirt, heat, water, moisture, vibration, and strong magnetic fields. 3.
Controls and Indicators Radio Button CD Play/Pause Button RADIO CD SOUNDS ON / SLEEP Sound Button Volume Buttons EXB SNOOZE / NIGHT LIGHT VOLUME OFF/RESET EXB (Bass Boost) Button Off/Reset Button OPEN DOOR CD Open Door Button Snooze/Night-Light Button Alarm-1 Button Time Set Button Date Set / 7-5-2 Button Sleep Volume Button TIME SET ALARM 1 DATE SET ALARM 2 SLEEP VOL.
LCD Display With Indicators Alarm-2 (Radio) Indicator Alarm-1 (CD/Buzz) Indicator 7-5-2 Alarm Settings CD/BUZZ EVERYDAY RADIO MON-FRI Alarm-3 (Sounds) Indicator SOUNDS SAT-SUN 7-5-2 Alarm Settings Battery Low Indicator CD Play/Pause Indicators Wake Track Indicator Repeat Indicators PM Indicator DATE WAKE TRACK REPEAT ALL SLEEP RANDOM EXB YEAR AM FM1 FM2 AM/FM1/FM2 Indicator Random Indicator Pause Indicator Bass Boost Indicator Sleep Volume Indicator 9 Radio Frequency / CD Track / Calendar D
Setting the Time and Date Setting the Clock 1. Press and hold the Time Set Button until the date disappears and the display begins flashing. 2. Press the Reverse or Forward Button to set the time. Holding a button for a few seconds will advance or reverse the time rapidly. Set the correct AM/PM time, shown by the PM Indicator on the display. 3. After setting the time, press the Enter Button or wait ten seconds to return the display to the normal display mode.
Listening to Compact Discs (Continued) Using the Repeat Functions 1. Press the CD Mode Button once to repeat the track that is currently playing. The Repeat Indicator will appear on the display, indicating that this function has been activated. 2. Press the CD Mode Button again to repeat the entire CD. The Repeat All Indicator will appear, indicating that this function has been activated. When the CD is finished, it will start over from the beginning. 3.
Listening to the Radio Operating the Radio 1. Press the Radio Button once to turn on the radio. The display will show “On” before returning to the clock display. The bottom of the display will show the digital radio frequency. Note: If the Radio Button is pressed more than once, the unit will enter the sleep mode, with the radio operating on a timer. See Sleeping to Radio with Timer for more information about this feature. 2. Press the Band Button to select a radio band.
Operating the Alarms This clock radio features a triple alarm system, with three alarms that can be operated independently. Alarm-1 features a choice of a CD tracks or a beeping alarm sound, Alarm-2 features a radio alarm wake sound, and Alarm-3 features a nature wake sound. You can set any combination of the three alarms. In addition, each alarm features a 7-5-2 setting that lets you set the alarm in advance for a full week, the workweek, or the weekend.
Operating the Alarms (Continued) Setting Alarm-3 for Nature Sounds 1. Press and hold the Alarm-3 Button until the Alarm-3 settings and Nature Sounds Indicator appear on the display. 2. Press the Reverse or Forward Button to set the Alarm-3 time. 3. Use the Sound Button to select a nature sound to wake to. There is a choice of four sounds: Sound #1: Ocean Surf Sound #2: Forest Spring Sound #3: Rushing Brook Sound #4: Summer Wind 4.
Sleeping to Compact Discs Note: For more information about playing CD’s, see the Listening to Compact Discs section of this manual. 1. Press the CD Play/Pause Button to begin playing the CD. Without any interference, the disc will play all the way through until the end, then automatically shut off. 2. You can adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the Volume Buttons. Note: If you use the Volume Buttons to adjust the sleep volume, this affects the volume level of the alarm. 3.
Sleeping to Nature Sounds with Timer 1. Press the Sound Button twice to enter the sleep mode. This sets the sleep timer to the 90-minute setting. The sleep timer setting remains active for approximately ten seconds before returning to the standard display. The Sleep Indicator will be visible in the LCD display. 2. Continue pressing the Sound Button to select a 90-, 60-, 30-, or 15-minute sleep timer. 3. Press the Reverse or Forward Button to choose from the four nature sounds. 4.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM The alarm does not sound POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • The alarm was not set correctly for AM/PM • Alarm icons are not on the display • Check the alarm time setting • Press one of the Alarm Buttons so that its Indicator appears on the display • Check and reprogram settings • Date or 7-5-2 settings programmed incorrectly The alarm sounds at an incorrect time • The wrong alarm icon was on the display • The alarm was not set correctly for AM/PM Buzzer alarm is heard when waking to CD
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Poor FM reception on certain stations • Weak or distant station • Try adjusting the direction of the FM wire antenna Poor AM reception on certain stations • Weak or distant station • Rotate the unit to try and gain better reception Unit is on but there is low volume or no volume at all • Main volume has been turned all the way down • Headphones are connected to Headphone Jack • Raise the volume with the volume dial Unit shuts off unexpectedly • Unit
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Limited 90-Day Warranty Information Timex Audio Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a period of 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.
