Ambient Weather RC-9362 Atomic Digital Wall Clock with Temperature User Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction... 1 2. Getting Started... 2 2.1 Product and Display Features... 2 2.2 Parts List... 2 2.3 Getting Started... 2 2.4 Radio Controlled Clock... 3 3. Time Zone Settings... 3 4. Daylight Savings Time... 3 5. Manual Time, Date, DST and Language Settings... 3 6. Alarm... 4 6.1 Setting Alarm Time... 4 6.2 Using the Alarm and Snooze Functions... 4 6.3 Turning On and Off the Alarms... 4 6.4 Snooze Feature... 5 6.5 Silencing the Alarm... 5 7. Specifications... 5 7.1 Measurement Specifications... 5 7.2 Measurement Range... 5 7.3 Power Consumption... 5 8. Troubleshooting Guide... 5 9. Liability Disclaimer... 6 10. FCC Statement... 6 11. Warranty Information... 7 1. Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Ambient Weather RC-9362 Atomic Digital Wall Clock with Temperature. The following user guide provides step by step instructions for installation, operation and troubleshooting. To download the latest full sized manual and additional troubleshooting tips, please visit: http://ambientweather.wikispaces.com/rc9362 This clock is intended for indoor use only. Version 1.0 Copyright 2017, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 1
2. Getting Started 2.1 Product and Display Features Figure 1 No Description No Description A1 Time B2 /AL 1-2 ON/OFF button (Alarm 1, 2 On/Off) A2 Temperature B3 SNOOZE button A3 Day of Week B4 ALARM SET button A4 Date B5 /AL 3-4 ON/OFF/ button (Alarm 3, 4 On/Off, Radio controlled clock button A5 Radio Control Icon B6 RESET button A6 Time Zone (Pa, Mo, Ce, Ea) C1 Battery door B1 TIME SET button C1 Desk Stand 2.2 Parts List QTY 1 Clock Frame Dimensions 8.5" x 7.75" x 1.0" 1 User Manual Item 2.3 Getting Started 1. Remove the battery door. 2. Insert 2 new AA size batteries according to the +/- polarity mark on the battery compartment. Do not mix battery types. Note: Rechargeable batteries are acceptable but may not last as long. 3. Replace the battery door. 4. Once the batteries are inserted, all of the LCD will be displayed before entering the radio controlled time reception mode. 5. The radio controlled clock (RCC) will automatically start scanning for the radio controlled time signal after it powers up. Note: If the display does not appear after inserting fresh batteries, and the battery polarity is Version 1.0 Copyright 2017, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 2
correct, press the [ RESET ] button. 6. Hang the clock on the wall or sit upright with desk stand. 7. Wait 24-48 hours for the correct time to set. 2.4 Radio Controlled Clock 3 After power up, the clock begin radio controlled clock (RCC) reception and the RCC search icon will turn on. The RCC will continue to search for six minutes. It will try again every hour, on the hour. Flashing Indicates it is searching for the RCC signal. On Indicates it received the signal, which usually occurs at night. Figure 2 Off Last signal reception not received, which usually occurs in the day. If the time is incorrect by increments of an hour, or does not change on your radio controlled clock (RCC), please reference the Troubleshooting Guide (Section 8). To manually start the RCC reception, press and hold the /AL 3-4 ON/OFF/ button for two seconds. To manually stop the RCC reception, press and hold the /AL 3-4 ON/OFF/ button for three seconds. 3. Time Zone Settings To adjust the time zone between Pacific (Pa), Mountain (Mo), Central (Ce) and Eastern (Ea). press and hold the button for 2 seconds. Let go, and press the button again to advance to the next hour. Note the icon above the seconds will change each time the button is pressed for 2 seconds. NOTE: the time zone cannot be changed while the RCC clock is searching, or is flashing. 4. Daylight Savings Time is displayed on the LCD when Daylight Saving Time Mode is active. Arizona does not observe Daylight Savings Time. In this special case, refer to Section 5, Figure 3, and set DST to OFF. 5. Manual Time, Date, DST and Language Settings While in normal time mode (RCC is not searching), perform the following operations to set date, time and language. Note that it is not necessary to set the Date and Time with the radio controlled clock. To change rapidly, press and hold the or buttons. Version 1.0 Copyright 2017, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 3
Command Mode Settings [TIME SET] + 2 12 / 24 Hour Format Press to increase, to decrease. seconds [TIME SET] Time Zone Press to change between (Pa (Pacific), Mo (Mountain), Ce (Central), or Ea (Eastern) [TIME SET] Hour Press to increase, to decrease. [TIME SET] Minute Press to increase, to decrease. [TIME SET] Second Press to reset to 0. [TIME SET] Year Press to increase, to decrease. [TIME SET] Month Press to increase, to decrease. [TIME SET] Day Press to increase, to decrease. [TIME SET] Temperature Units of Measure Press to alternate between F and C. [TIME SET] Language Press to change ENG (English), FRE (French), SPA (Spanish) [TIME SET] DST Press to change between DST observed (ON) and DST OFF. DST is not observed in Arizona. [TIME SET] Exit Time and Date Settings [TIME SET] + 2 seconds means press and hold the TIME button for two seconds. [TIME SET] means press but do not hold the TIME button. Figure 3 6. Alarm 6.1 Setting Alarm Time While in normal time mode, perform the following operations to set the Alarm. Press the [ALARM SET] button to change between AL1, AL2, AL3, or AL4. Once you select the Alarm number, perform the following commands to set the alarm time. Command Mode Settings [ALARM SET] + 2 Enter Alarm Settings Press to increase, to decrease. seconds Alarm Hour [ALARM SET] Alarm Minute Press to increase, to decrease. [ALARM SET] Exit Alarm Settings [ALARM SET] + 2 seconds means press and hold the ALARM button for two seconds. [ALARM SET] means press but do not hold the ALARM button. Figure 4 6.2 Using the Alarm and Snooze Functions When an alarm is set and active, the crescendo alarm will sound for 2 minutes. 6.3 Turning On and Off the Alarms 1. Set the alarm time as described in Section 6. 2. Press the [AL 1 2 ON/OFF] button to activate the Alarm 1 and Alarm 2. Press once and AL1 will be active. Press again and AL1, AL2 will be displayed. Both alarms will be active. Press again, and AL2 will be active. Version 1.0 Copyright 2017, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 4
Press again and both alarms are inactive. 3. Press the [AL 3 4 ON/OFF] button to activate the Alarm 3 and Alarm 4. Press once and AL3 will be active. Press again and AL3, AL4 will be displayed. Both alarms will be active. Press again, and AL4 will be active. Press again and both alarms are inactive. 6.4 Snooze Feature Press the [SNOOZE] button to silence the alarm for five minutes. The alarm icon will flash during the snooze period. This process can be repeated seven times. 6.5 Silencing the Alarm To silence the alarm, when the alarm is sounding, press any button other than the snooze button, and the alarm will be silenced for 24 hours. 7. Specifications 7.1 Measurement Specifications The following table provides specifications for the measured parameters. Measurement Range Accuracy Resolution Temperature -14 to 122 F +/-2 F (+/-1.1 C) 0.1 (-10 to 50 C) 7.2 Measurement Range In the event the measurement ranges are exceeded, the temperature or humidity will read HH.H or LL.L. 7.3 Power Consumption 2 x AA Alkaline batteries recommended. 8. Troubleshooting Guide If your question is not answered here, you can contact us as follows: 1. Email Support: support@ambientweather.com 2. Technical Support: 480-346-3380 (M-F 8am to 3pm Arizona Time) Problem Solution The Radio Controlled Time does not set. Be patient. Wait at least one week before contacting Ambient Weather. The RCC is a shortwave signal originating near Fort Collins, Colorado, and travels thousands of miles by bouncing off the ionosphere. The signal is better at night due to solar interference during the daytime. The farther you are from Colorado, the weaker the signal. Urban environments can also affect the signal strength. Version 1.0 Copyright 2017, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 5
Problem Solution Locate the Clock at night near a window or outer wall, and away from other radiating sources, like wireless routers or TVs. This will insure the best reception possible. Test and replace the batteries in the clock if required. Low batteries are often the cause for weak reception. Check your Time Zone Setting. Make sure your time zone is set properly in the clock settings. Avoid placing the clock on a solid metal plate. Avoid closed in areas. Closed in areas such as airports, basements, or industrial buildings are not recommended. The clock does not respond to commands. Press the reset button on the back of the clock. The clock is dim when running on batteries only. Replace the batteries in the clock. 9. Liability Disclaimer Please help in the preservation of the environment and return used batteries to an authorized depot. The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances. Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and/or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment. Reading the User manual is highly recommended. The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place. This product is designed for use in the home only as indication of weather conditions. This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public information. The specifications of this product may change without prior notice. This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children. No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer. Ambient, LLC WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT. 10. FCC Statement Statement according to FCC part 15.19: 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. Version 1.0 Copyright 2017, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 6
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Statement according to FCC part 15.21: Modifications not expressly approved by this company could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Statement according to FCC part 15.105: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/tv technician for help. 11. Warranty Information Ambient, LLC 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 only to the original purchaser of this product. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact Ambient, LLC for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a Ambient, LLC. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to Ambient, LLC. Your Ambient, LLC warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the following specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance); (2) damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner s manual; (3) damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone other than an authorized Ambient, LLC authorized service center; (4) units used for other than home use (5) applications and uses that this product was not intended (6) the products inability to receive a signal due to any source of interference or metal obstructions and (7) extreme acts of nature, such as lightning strikes or floods. This warranty covers only actual defects within the product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from a fixed installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation-related circumstances. Version 1.0 Copyright 2017, Ambient LLC. All Rights Reserved. Page 7