Before using the product for the first time, please read the instructions for use
below and retain them for later reference. The original instructions were written in
the Hungarian language.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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brushed aluminium frame
water resistant design large, easy-to-read display DCF 77
radio controlled clock
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adjustable time zone setting
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12/24-hour time format
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date and day of
week display
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temperature display
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self-adhesive using suction cups, can be hung on wall or
set up on desktop
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easy setup
PARTS OF THE CLOCK
Parts of LCD display
(Figure 1)
1. current time
2. date (DATE)
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
3. temperature (TEMPERATURE)
Care
4. DCF77 radio controlled clock symbol
1.
A slightly dampened cloth can be used to clean the equipment. Aggressive detergents can
5. the day of the week (DAY)
mar the units' finish.
Parts of the clock
(Figure 2)
2.
Do not allow water to enter the unit.
3.
When not planning to use the units for an extended period of time, remove the batteries.
Changing batteries
Replace the battery in the unit if the display appears faint. If the batteries have leaked
electrolyte, wear protective gloves and goggles and clean the battery compartment with a dry
cloth. Insert the new batteries observing the polarity.
SETUP AND SETTINGS
WARNINGS
1. After unpacking the product, check that it has not been damaged in transit. Do not install
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Warning! We assume no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by mounting the
if damaged.
unit using suction cups. Choose the more secure hanging method for mounting.
2. Turn the rear panel of the clock counter clockwise as far as it will go (left) then remove it.
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Only for indoor use, in a dry place.
3. Insert one 1.5V AA sized battery into the battery compartment, observing polarity.
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Do not allow water to enter the unit.
Replace the battery compartment cover.
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Do not expose the unit to radiating heat, direct sunlight, vibration or dusty areas.
Then the setting will continue with the automatic reception of the DCF77 clock signal. The
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The unit is intended only the above mentioned purpose, in a residential environment. It is
DCF77 signal (4) will flash on the display. Meanwhile, position the clock so that it receives a
not suitable for medical or commercial use.
clear DCF77 signal. This is indicated by the full DCF77 symbol flashing. A stronger signal can
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Do not place any open flame sources such as burning candles on the unit.
be received in a westward facing window, far from TV sets or monitors, and at night when
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Never attempt to disassemble the unit.
interference is at a minimum. Setup takes 3-8 minutes and on successful setup the DCF77
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The products and the batteries are not toys. Keep out of reach of children.
symbol will display. This completes setup of the time and date.
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Do not use different types of batteries and/or used and new batteries together.
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f no signal can be received, try manually tuning in the DCF77 clock signal, or setting the time,
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Do not open, burn or short-circuit the batteries. Do not charge any non-rechargeable
date, time zone and day of week language manually.
The day of week language and time
batteries. Danger of explosion!
zone can only be set manually.
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In case of any anomaly, immediately power off the unit and contact the retailer.
4. The support can be removed from the back panel if you wish to use the clock set on the
stand.
Do not discard with communal waste. At the end of its life, dispose of product at a
5. After adjustment, replace the rear panel by turning it clockwise (right) so that the hanger
facility specializing in the collection of electronic waste. If you have any question or
is located at the top.
remark in connection with this, contact the seller or local waste management
6. You can stick the clock onto any smooth surface using the four suction cups (e.g. onto
organization. By doing so, you will protect the environment as well as the health of
completely smooth tiles). The hanger hook allows for more secure mounting. (The
others and yourself.
fasteners are not included. Choose fasteners appropriate for use with your wall
structure.)
DISPOSING OF ALKALINE AND RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
7. If you wish to use the clock stood on a desktop, insert the arched part of the support into
Batteries, whether alkaline or rechargeable, must not be handled together with regular
the opening in the lower part of the rear panel.
household waste. It is the legal obligation of the product's user to dispose of batteries at a
LOCATION
nearby collection center or at a retail shop. This ensures that the batteries are ultimately
Resistant to the high humidity and splashing water occurring in a bathroom environment thus
neutralized in an environment-friendly way.
making it ideal for use there.
MANUAL RECEPTION OF DCF77 CLOCK SIGNAL
STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY
DCF77 is a long-wave (77.5 kHz) atomic clock synchronization signal transmitter in
This piece of radio equipment is compliant with the essential requirements of Directive
Mainflingen, Germany, 25km SE from central Frankfurt. The atomic clock is accurate to 1
1999/5/EC (R&TTE). The current EU Declaration of Conformity can be requested from the e-
second per one million years. The signal can be received inside a radius of 2000 km, thus
mail address somogyi@somogyi.hu. The unit is suitable for use in the member states of the
throughout Europe. It is used to automatically adjust the current time and date, the day of the
European Union.
week as well as the daylight savings time.
The clock automatically updates itself using the DCF77 clock signal at 2:00 AM every day. If
SPECIFICATIONS
necessary, this procedure can be performed anytime manually. In order to do so, keep the
power supply
:
1 x 1,5 V (AA)
battery (not included)
FUNKSIGNAL (6) button pressed for approx. 1 seconds. If you want to cancel reception,
measuring range (temp
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/resolution):
:
-9 – +50 °C / 0,1 °C
press the same button.
dimensions
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Ø 170 mm x 70 mm
If synchronization fails even on completing the set-up procedure,
manual adjustment of the
display size
:
Ø 115 mm
time, date, time zone and day of week language is possible.
MANUAL SET-UP OF THE TIME, DATE, TIME ZONE AND DAY OF WEEK LANGUAGE
When the current time is displayed press and hold the EINSTELLEN (7) button for approx. 1
second. The adjustable values will begin to blink in the following sequence which can be
toggled using the EINSTELLEN (7) button: 24- or 12-hour time display (24 Hr / 12 Hr); time
zone shift (-12 Hr - +12 Hr); hours; minutes; year (Yr); month; day; day of week display
language: German (GE), English (EN), Italian (IT), French (FR), Dutch (DU), Spanish (SP),
Danish (DA). The values can be adjusted using the up (8) and down (9) buttons. Morning
hours are indicated by AM while afternoon hours are indicated by PM if 12-hour time display is
selected. A successful reception of the DCF77 signal will overwrite the manual setting (time
and date), however, it will not modify the day of week language.
DST
The clock will automatically adjust to daylight saving time. Daylight saving time is indicated by
the abbreviation DST above the current time.
TEMPERATURE UNITS
The clock displays the temperature measured in its vicinity in °C or °F degrees. Press the
down (9) button to toggle between measurement units.
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bathroom clock
DCF 17B
EN
6. DCF signal reception (FUNKSIGNAL)
11. battery compartment
7. setting (EINSTELLEN)
12. wall hanger
8. UP button
13. suction cups
9. DOWN button
14. removable support
10. reset (NEUSTART)
Cause
Solution
The clock does not work
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The clock is not receiving the
DCF77 signal.
The display shows erratic characters.
Check the charge and polarity of the battery
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Relocate or reorient the clock
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Adjust the clock manually
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Wait for an automatic night-time DCF77 reception
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Press the NEUSTART button
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