Oregon Scientific EMR898A Clock User Manual
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1. LANGUAGE OPTIONS Symbol Language Name GMT States The main unit can display the weekday in i English Difference five different selectable languages Refer Eastern 5 Hours Michigan Georgia West Virginia to Setting the Time and Language Ti German Standard Time Ohio Virginia Connecticut Vermont F EST Rhode Island Massachusetts Displays for instructions on changing the Li Maine New York New Jersey language p 18 E French Delaware New Hampshire r Washington D C Pennsylvania Maryland Florida Kentucky Italian Indiana I Central 6 Hours Illinois Louisiana Alabama _ Spanish Standard Time Mississippi Oklahoma lowa _ CST Arkansas Minnesota Wisconsin Missouri Texas Kansas Tennessee South Dakota North Dakota Nebraska TIME ZONE OPTIONS Time zones around the world are identified by how many hours they d Time Sf MOUrS Sea Er RAE DR are offset from the Greenwich Mean Time GMT US time zones are MST j f 5 to 10 hours behind the Greenwich Mean Time The main unit is pre set to Pacific Standard Time PST Adjust the GMT Difference Pacific 8 Hours Washington California Nevada according to which time zone you live in order to obtain accurate time een Time Arizona Oregon from the U S Atomic Clock p 18 Alaska 9 Hours Alaska Norge The U S Atomic Clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Standard2. 8 OTHER NOTICES Back View Geo Qo Disposing of this Product F v Down Button When disposing of this product do so in accordance with your local Decreases the value of a setting TIN ee waste disposal regulations G A Up Button ESTE Statement of Responsibility H saa val g ofa setting i Oregon Scientific assumes no responsibility for any incidental losses Returns all settings to default values such as the costs of recording or the loss of income from recording Wall Mount Recess Hole Ib incurred as a result of faults with this product In addition Oregon For mounting the main unit on a wall i Scientific will not be held liable for any bodily injury death property J C F Button damages or any other claims of whatever nature resulting from the Selects temperature display between degrees misuse or negligence of the EMR898A product whether intentional Fahrenheit F or Centigrade C or unintentional K Table Stand K D For standing the main unit on a flat surface L Battery Compartment Accommodates two UM 3 or AA sized 1 5V MAIN UNIT batteries Front View p Side View A LCD Status Display The three line LCD Status Display f M SNOOZE Button M facilitates easy readings of the remote and Activates the snooze function indoor temperatures as well as when an alarm is ringing the calendar clock B MODE Button Toggles the display modes and confirms
3. Oregon Scientific In Out Thermometer with Cable Free Sensor and RF Clock Model EMR898A User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ect eee ri Brief Description Safety Notes iu Hn en cindy FCG NOICE irit phan ees Declaration of Conformity ents Other INOUGES lt 2 icu rere Mans ER Rte te ER er Edere CERE La pud ud Key Features Main Unit FrN VIEW E rieira iEn i iaka sirain Bacic ViGW si iieeteeetec do ette ide rte Ea e deett Side View Remote Unit Front View Back View ccccceseseesescececcccceeccseceeeesesaeassseeeeeeeeeeeeeees Remote Unit Accessories eeeeeeesssssseee 6 Getting Started Package Contents icies snarer iR I E ERNS 7 Installing the Batteries 20 00 00 eee ccc eeeeeeeeeeeeeeesseteeeees 7 Unit Calibration amp Reset 8 GB Placement of Units au Main Unit Temperature Readings 10 LCD DiSplay eiae teet E Ra te et Ted 10 Indoor Temperature Readings sessessssssss 11 Remote Temperature Readings Kinetic Wave Display Temperature Range sse Maximum Minimum Temperatures PT Displaying Maximum Minimum Temperatures 13 Resetting Maximum Minimum Temperatures 14 EMR898 GB 02 05 Page 1 oe 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB Clock Eunctions Ere pete ee ets 14 Enab
4. F Current Weekday Shows the current weekday To switch the LCD display s temperature unit between NOTE Fahrenheit and Centigrade press the F C Button INDOOR TEMPERATURE READINGS The main unit also reads the temperature of its own surroundings It displays this temperature on the second line of the LCD display p 11 B This second reading is updated approximately every 78 seconds LCD Display Description Soon after the batteries have been installed the main 1 H 2 unit immediately reads and displays the surrounding temperature on the second line of the LCD screen 11 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i GB REMOTE TEMPERATURE READINGS The remote temperature readings are displayed on the top line of the LCD screen display p 11 A LCD Display Description 9 Soon after the batteries have been installed the main unit searches for signals from the remote unit This process takes about 4 minutes Ll Po r3 B Upon successful reception the remote unit temperature is displayed on the top line of the LCD p 11 A If no signals are received from the remote unit the top temperature remains blank and the unit stops searching To force the main unit to search once again use a blunt stylus to press the RESET Hole located at the back p 11 A Kinetic Wave Displ
5. 1l E in Zu d 1 Press and hold MODE for 2 seconds 2 Adjust the GMT difference according to your timezone 3 Choose between 12 hour or 24 hour time formats 4 Adjust the current hour 5 Adjust the current minute 6 Adjust the current year 7 Adjust the current month 8 Adjust the current date 9 Choose the language for the day of the week displayed 10 Return to normal clock operation 19 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i S 8 ALARM FUNCTIONS NE To return to normal clock mode press the MODE button The unit is equipped with 2 alarms Weekday Alarm and Single Alarm anytime during the procedures below Icon Type Description Setting the Alarms py Weekday The Weekday Alarm will sound Monday to Friday g Alarm at the preset time It is automatically disabled Press A or v to adjust the values for each setting To return NOTE to normal clock mode press the MODE button anytime during during weekends Saturdays and Sundays the procedures beld u w ps Single The Single Alarm sounds only once according to Alarm the preset time dd 1 Press ALARM to enter Weekday Alarm setting Activating De activating the Alarms Press amp hold i ALARM for 2 seconds ear 1 Press ALARM The clock will enter Sem 2 Adjust the Weekday Alarm s hour 3 SS 0 Weekday Alarm setting LL setting i Pre
6. p 5 l of the main unit onto the screw head 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i GB EMR898_GB 02 05 Remote Unit Similarly you can choose to either mount the remote unit on a wall or make it stand on a flat surface It is recommended to place the unit away from direct sunlight rain NOTE and snow Method Instruction Diagram Table Stand The remote unit can be outfitted with the Removable Table Stand gt p 6 H Wall Mount Use no 6 screws with the Wall Mount Holder and fit the remote unit onto the holder gt p 6 G MAIN UNIT TEMPERATURE READINGS Once the batteries are installed and the main and remote units are calibrated and set in place the main unit will start reading temperatures 10 Page 12 13 LCD DISPLAY A Remote Temperature a D Displays the temperature i5 Hs measured by the remote unit AP F in either F or C ir B Indoor Temperature LI Displays the temperature nf x il H H m n m measured by the main unit TN Sa E in either F or C C Radio Reception Display Shows the status of clock synchronization with the U S Atomic Clock D Kinetic Wave Display Shows the receiving status of temperature readings from the remote unit E Current Time Shows current time in 12 hour or 24 hour mode
7. values set as shown on the display C MEMORY Button zi Recalls the maximum or minimum li temperature of main or remote unit D ALARM Button Oo Toggles between Weekday Alarm Single Alarm and Clock Mode E Radio Reception Signal Indicates the strength of radio reception 4 5 EMR898 GB 02 05 Page 6 7 j 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC i GB REMOTE UNIT Front View A LCD Status Display 8 Displays the current temperature measured by the remote unit LED Indicator Flashes when the remote unit transmits a reading Back View C C F Slide Switch Selects temperature display between degrees Fahrenheit F or Centigrade C RESET hole Returns all settings to default values Battery compartment Accommodates two UM 3 or AA sized 1 5V batteries Battery Door Remote Unit Accessories G EMR898 GB 02 05 Wall Mount Holder Supports the remote unit when mounted on the wall Removable Table Stand For standing the remote unit on a flat surface Page 8 9 GETTING STARTED PACKAGE CONTENTS When you unpack this product make sure to keep all the packing materials in a safe place in case you need to later transport the device or return it for servicing In the box you will find X EMR898A unit X Removable table stand X THR268 remote unit X
8. MEMORY MAX J lt LATT Press MEMORY z z UN x ii TD i a am MAX a am B iE oe 1 Current remote and indoor temperatures displayed 2 Maximum temperatures recorded are shown for both remote and indoor temperatures 3 Minimum temperatures recorded are shown for both displays shown for both remote and indoor temperatures 13 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i GB EMR898 GB 02 05 Resetting Maximum Minimum Temperatures To clear the maximum and minimum recorded temperatures Va a Press MEMORY i 1 Press and hold MEMORY for 2 seconds The maximum and minimum temperatures for both indoor and remote readings will be erased l ra JCI iB iB Ei 2 The maximum and minimum temperatures will have the same values as the current temperature until different readings are recorded Press MEMORY J4 Lae j E iB E CLOCK FUNCTIONS Your product is designed to synchronize its calendar clock automatically once it is brought within range of the radio signal from the U S Atomic Clock When the main unit is new and just out of the box synchronization with the U S Atomic Clock can take up to 72 hours When the unit is receiving the signal the Radio Reception symbol with start to blink Generally complete reception takes around 2 to 10 minutes depending on the str
9. Quick Start Guide X Wall mount holder X User Manual When using the product for the first time the batteries have already been installed in both the main and remote units Locate the clear plastic separator inside the battery compartment Remove the clear plastic and close the battery door The device will then automatically turn on INSTALLING THE BATTERIES Main Unit NOTE Instructions Diagram 1 Locate the battery compartment at the At back of the main unit p 5 L 2 Slide the Battery Door to the right 3 Insert two 1 5V alkaline AA batteries into the compartment making sure to align the polarities correctly as shown by the diagram 4 Place the Battery Door back onto the Battery Compartment 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i GB NUT d Remote Unit 1 Locate the battery compartment at the back of the remote unit gt p 6 E Remove the screws on the battery compartment using a screwdriver sold separately Insert two 1 5V alkaline AA batteries into the compartment making sure to align the polarities correctly as shown by the diagram 4 Replace the Battery Door onto the Battery Compartment and secure the screws UNIT CALIBRATION amp RESET Before you use this product you must calibrate the unit to synchronize the tra
10. two different alarm time sets SAFETY NOTES To ensure that you use your product correctly read these Safety Notes and your User Manual carefully beforehand The warnings given here provide important safety information and should be observed at all times 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB GB GENERAL WARNINGS Do not attempt to repair the product yourself Contact the retailer or our customer service department if it requires servicing Take precautions when handling all battery types They can cause injuries burns or property damage as a result of contact with conducting materials heat corrosive materials or explosives Remove the batteries before storing the product for long periods of time The product is a precision instrument Never attempt to take this device apart There is a serious danger of powerful electric shocks Do not immerse the device in water Do not under any circumstances touch the exposed electronic circuitry of the device as there is a danger of electric shock should it become exposed Take special care when handling a damaged LCD display as the liquid crystals can be harmful to your health Do not use or store the device including the remote sensor in locations that may adversely affect the product such as rain snow desert and magnetic fields Do not use this device in aircrafts or hospitals This can cause malfunctions in the control device
11. Time Savings during the year However if Daylight Savings is not AKST applicable in your area you may instead want to manually Hawaii 10 Hours Hawaii set the time and disable the U S Atomic Clock p 18 Standard Time HST 16 17 EMR898 GB 02 05 Page 18 19 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i GB These states have certain parts where a different time zone is followed Check to make sure to set the correct time zone for your area These states have certain areas where Daylight Savings are not observed In Hawaii the whole state does not follow Daylight Savings SETTING THE TIME AND LANGUAGE DISPLAYS Press MEMORY Your clock is designed to automatically set itself using the radio signal from the U S Atomic Clock However should you need to manually set the clock without using the radio signal follow the instructions below You can also choose your language for the weekday display here Press A or v to adjust the values for each setting To return NOTE to normal clock mode press the ALARM button anytime during the procedures below NOTE EMR898 GB 02 05 We recommended that you disable the RF signal before manually setting the clock p 15 18 Page 20 21 Press MEMORY Press MEMORY Press MEMORY i Press MEMORY J Press MEMORY J V a acre 2 7 lw UL ZI re LAE BT Tr LAE an d a n SEITE ENG
12. ay The Kinetic Wave Display is only shown on the top line of the main unit It displays the current receiving signal status from the remote unit to the main unit The display is shown in three different forms LCD Display Signal Description Blinking signal The main unit is searching for signals from the remote unit Radiating signal Temperature readings from the remote unit are securely registered No signal No signals received from the remote unit Searching has stopped EMR898_GB 02 05 12 Page 14 15 TEMPERATURE RANGE This product is designed to work under the widest temperature ranges possible However if the temperature falls above or below the device s operation range the display will change to the following Description LCD Display Li t iB When the LCD screen displays HHH the temperature is above the measuring range of the remote or main unit see Specifications p 24 B r p r When the screen displays LLL the temperature is below the measuring range of the remote or main unit see Specifications p 24 MAXIMUM MINIMUM TEMPERATURES Displaying Maximum Minimum Temperatures The maximum and minimum indoor and remote temperatures recorded are automatically stored in memory To display them follow the instructions below I iB iB Press MEMORY Press
13. ength of the radio signal The clock automatically searches for radio signal at 1AM 2AM 3AM 9AM 3PM and 7PM daily 14 Page 16 17 Radio Reception Description gt Strong reception of the U S Atomic Clock signal Weak reception of the U S Atomic Clock signal l No reception of the U S Atomic Clock signal Sx Receiving the U S Atomic Clock signal l Radio Reception is disabled Reception can be affected by a number of factors For best reception place the device away from metal objects and electrical appliances Other causes for signal interference NOTE include electrical transmission towers steel reinforced construction and metal siding Reception is ideal when placed near a window Even though there are areas that may have more difficulty in NOTE receiving a signal the Atomic Clock contains accurate quartz movement and will retain precise timing even if the signal is occasionally missed ENABLING DISABLING RADIO RECEPTION To manually disable the reception of the Radio Frequency RF signal press and hold w p 4 C for 2 seconds until the Radio Reception symbol completely disappears To enable the reception again press and hold A p 4 C for 2 seconds The Radio Reception symbol will blink and the unit will search for the RF signal automatically 15 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i GB
14. ling Disabling Radio Reception 15 Language Options sociso 15 Time Zone Options essessssseeseenenreenn 16 Setting the Time and Language Displays 18 Alarm Functions eee reden 20 Activating De activating the Alarms Setting the Alarms Crescendo AlaEm rcs catenae ti deese rte ea Other Features Low Battery Warning Troubleshooting Specifications ssssssssssssseeeeneme nennen About Oregon Scientific eessssssssseesses EMR898 GB 02 05 Page 2 3 J INTRODUCTION BRIEF DESCRIPTION Thank you for selecting the Oregon Scientific In Out Thermometer with Cable Free Sensor and RF Clock as your personal product of choice The EMR898A is a device that integrates the display of the indoor temperature calendar clock and the temperature collected by the remote unit The features of the product include X Radio Controlled Calendar Clock Automatically synchronizes the current time and date when it is brought within range of the radio signal from the U S Atomic Clock X Temperature Display The device is able to display the indoor temperature where the main unit is located X Remote Temperature Measurement with 433 MHz Cable Free Sensor Records and displays the temperature from a different location such as outdoors X Dual Alarm The clock has a dual alarm function for
15. matically disable itself after the EGD Sciom cannol E Interference or ei si NOTE clock has gone off at the preset time The Weekday Alarm received objects ae ne dps will still be enabled even after the alarm has gone off barring the including other remote signal electronic from reaching devices Also OTHER FEATURES the main unit try moving the remote and the LOW BATTERY WARNING main units When the battery is low a battery icon will appear on the main unit s closer LCD screen Batteries of Check LCD Install new LCD Display Description the remote Display of the batteries into unit are low remote unit the remote unit 104 r8 When the indicator appears on the top line of the s ILI LUr LCD screen the remote unit battery is low Discrepancies Another Check if another Place the remote between remote remote sensor is sensor closer to Sn tI When the indicator appears on the bottom line of Held r a Red bc winds SRL La jos a uu 006 the LCD screen the main unit battery is low 9 readings same units to ensure frequency synchronization and ID Code TROUBLESHOOTING Measurement Displayed The measurement The temperature does not temperature method is resolution for This section includes a list of frequently asked questions for problems seem data are different different you may encounter If your device is not operating as you think it accurate different products may should check here before arranging for servicing from
16. nsmission and reception of signals It can also be used to reset all the functions of the unit to default settings or in the case of discrepancies between the units values Place the remote unit next to the main unit Using a blunt stylus press and hold the RESET Hole located at the back of the main unit p 5 H The main unit searches for remote signals soon after the reset Typically the device will take up to four minutes to receive the signals EMR898_GB 02 05 Page 10 11 L PLACEMENT OF UNITS Position the remote unit and the main unit within the effective transmission range of 20 to 30 meters 65 to 100 feet The NOTE effective range is greatly affected by building materials and where the units are positioned Try various setups for the best result Main Unit You can either mount the main unit on a wall or make it stand on a flat surface Method Instruction Diagram Table Stand The main unit is already equipped ID with a pull out Table Stand which can support the unit on a flat surface p 5 K Simply pull out the Table Stand and rest the main unit on the surface Wall Mount The main unit can be mounted onto a wall using a No 6 screw 3 0mm a Position and nail the screw into the place where you would like to hang your main unit b Leave ample space between the wall and the screw head while testing to make sure the nail is secure c Fit the Wall Mount Recess Hole
17. other also be different measuring The areas under Place the 2 instruments evaluation are different or are influenced by climate instruments very closely for a time period no less than 30 minutes avoiding direct light and air movements 22 EMR898_GB 02 05 Page 24 25 23 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB i GB m a Problem Symptom Check This Remedy Clock time is No radio The areas under Electromagnetic not correctly signal evaluation are interference or set reception different or are objects are influenced by barring reception climate Orientation or placement of main unit is not optimum for receiving U S Atomic Clock signal No Alarm Alarm does Alarm is disabled Turn on the not sound alarm setting Operation Certain Device requires Reset the unit Not Normal functions do reset with a blunt stylus not perform pressed against the RESET Hole SPECIFICATIONS Main Unit Type Description Indoor Temperature Operation Range 23 0RF to 122 0RF 5 0RC to 50 08C Temperature Resolution 0 2RF 0 16C Power 2 x UM 3 or AA 1 5V batteries Weight without battery 5 01 Oz 142g Dimension 4 72 x 3 63 x 0 95 inches L x W x H 120 x 93 x 24 mm L x W x H EMR898_GB 02 05 24 Page 26 27 Remote Unit Type Description Temperat
18. s of other equipment Check all major functions when the device is unused for a long period of time This is to ensure its full operation Maintain a regular internal testing and cleaning of your device Cleaning your Device Cleaning LCD Screen Clean with a soft dry cloth Body Clean with a damp cloth dry immediately Do not use benzene thinner or similar cleaning agents to clean your device as these may cause permanent damage not covered by the warranty X Do not scratch hard objects against the LCD screen as it is easily damaged EMR898 GB 02 05 Page 4 5 GB FCC NOTICE 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 X Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna X ncrea
19. se the separation between the equipment and receiver X Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected X Consult the dealer of an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Oregon Scientific for compliance could void the warranty and your authority to use this equipment DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The following declaration is required for us to fully meet the FCC requirements The information below is not to be used as contact for support or sales Please call our customer service number listed on our website at www oregonscientific com or on the warranty card for this product for all inquiries instead We Name Oregon Scientific Inc Address 19861 SW 95 Place Tualatin Oregon 97062 USA declare that the product Product No EMR898A Manufacturer IDT Technology Limited Address Block C 9 F Kaiser Estate Phase 1 41 Man Yue St Hung Hom Kowloon Hong Kong is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC i GB
20. ss MEMORY i gt ore 3 Adjust the Weekday Alarm s minute b www DELLA setting Alarm off 2 Press A or v to toggle the Press MEMORY Weekday Alarm on or off reer Frnm i eS 4 Press ALARM to enter Single Alarm EI Ss ELEC 07 RT zio setting Alarm On Press amp hold 4 ALARM for 2 seconds DTI CF OPH 7 5 Adjust the Single Alarm s hour ai 3 Press ALARM The clock will enter B h seing S Single Alarm setting T i Press MEMORY i i QE 6 Adjust the Single Alarm s o CELLAR minute setting dl us Press MEMORY Alarmon 4 Press 4 or y to toggle the by a 7 Press ALARM to return to FARO Single Alarm on or off E an05 normal clock operation ELI Alarm On Crescendo Alarm 5 Press ALARM to return to normal When the alarm goes off at the preset time the Alarm Icon amp or ps then Nm flashes and the alarm audibly rings The alarm sound gradually increases in 006 clock operation volume and intensity for 2 minutes 20 21 EMR898_GB 02 05 Page 22 23 L 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC i GB Press SNOOZE p 5 M to temporarily stop the alarm The alarm Problem Symptom Check This Remedy will sound again after 8 minutes unless another key on the clock is The remote Obstacles either Move the main pressed To stop the ringing completely press ALARM displayed on signal electromagnetic unit away from The Single Alarm will auto
21. ure Operation Range ARF to 140RF 20 08 amp C to 60 0f5C Temperature Resolution 0 2RF 0 18C RF Transmission Frequency 433 MHz RF Transmission Range Maximum 100 feet 30 meters Temperature Sensing Cycle 78 seconds Power 2 x UM 3 or AA 1 5V batteries Weight without battery 2 84 Oz 80 59 Dimension 4 13 x 2 76 x 0 83 inches L x W x H 105 x 70 x 21 mm Lx W x H ABOUT OREGON SCIENTIFIC Visit our website www oregonscientific com to learn more about your device and other Oregon Scientific products such as hand held organizers alarm clocks and weather stations The website also includes contact information for our customer service department in case you need to reach us 2003 Oregon Scientific All rights reserved 25 12 1 03 10 36 AM Adobe PageMaker 6 5C PPC GB
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