EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC RDC1004 Radio Controlled Alarm Clock Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC

Table of Contents

EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC RDC1004 Radio Controlled Alarm Clock
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
LCD DISPLAY
GETTING STARTED
CLOCK
TIME ZONE SETTING
ALARM
OPERATION
SPECIFICATIONS
NOTES ON CLEANING
WARRANTY & SERVICE
References
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EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC RDC1004 Radio Controlled Alarm Clock

ABOUT THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
These operating instructions are to be considered a component of the device.
Please read the safety instructions and the operating instructions carefully before use. Keep these instructions for renewed use at a later date. When the device is sold or given to someone else, the instruction manual must be provided to the new owner/user of the product. The device is intended only for indoor use.

GENERAL WARNINGS

Risk of electric shock — This device contains electronic components that operate via a power source (batteries). Children should only use the device under adult supervision. Only use the device as described in the manual; otherwise, you run the risk of an electric shock.
Choking hazard — Children should only use the device under adult supervision. Keep packaging material, like plastic bags and rubber bands, out of the reach of children, as these materials pose a choking hazard.
Risk of chemical burn — Keep batteries out of the reach of children! Make sure you insert the batteries correctly. Leaking battery acid can lead to chemical burns. Avoid contact of battery acid with skin, eyes and mucous membranes. In the event of contact, rinse the affected region immediately with a plenty of water and seek medical attention.
Risk of fire/explosion — Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Use only the recommended batteries. Do not short-circuit the device or batteries, or throw them into a fire. Excessive heat or improper handling could trigger a short-circuit, a fire, or an explosion.
Do not disassemble the device. In the event of a defect, please contact your dealer. The dealer will contact the Service Centre and can send the device in to be repaired, if necessary.
Use only the recommended batteries. Al-ways replace weak or empty batteries with a new, complete set of batteries at full capacity. Do not use batteries from different brands or with different capacities. The batteries should be removed from the unit if it has not been used for a long time.

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

Alarm clock, Operating instructions, 3x AAA batteries.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

We recommend using alkaline batteries. If temperatures regularly fall below 0°C (32°F), we recommend using lithium batter-ies.
Avoid using rechargeable batteries. (Re chargeable batteries cannot maintain cor rect power requirements.)
Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity in the battery compartment. 3x AAA Batteries are required.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Press the touch button to activate backlight for 9 seconds or to activate the snooze function to delay the alarm by 5 minutes.
Light sensor for automatic backlight at night.
Press and hold [SET] to enter time and date settings mode.
Press and hold [AL.SET] to switch to alarm setting mode.
Press [UP] to activate the alarm. Press and hold to mute button sound.
Press [DOWN] to switch temperature unit °C/°F. Press and hold to initiate RCC receiving.
Press to activate/deactivate the automatic backlight feature (night light).
Battery compartment.
Stand.

TOUCH BUTTONS
Clean the touch buttons with a dry cloth regularly to ensure perfect function.

BUTTON

MODE

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SET

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AL.SET

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UP

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DOWN

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Standard mode

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PRESS

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| Press AL.SET or any other button to stop alarm (ringing)|

Turn Alarm on/off

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°C/°F

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Turn on night light

HOLD

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Enter into Time setting mode

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Enter into Alarm setting mode

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Button tones on/off

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Initiate RCC receiving

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Time setting mode

HOLD

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Quick Increase

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Quick Decrease

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Alarm setting mode

HOLD

| | | Quick Increase|

Quick Decrease

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LCD DISPLAY

Time display
Alarm Time display
Date display
Indoor Temperature and humidity display

RCC signal received
DST ON (Daylight Saving Time)
Snooze activated
Night light ON
Alarm ON
Low battery indicator

GETTING STARTED

INSERT BATTERIES

Remove the battery door from the back.
Insert 3x AAA (LR03)/1.5V batteries. Please ensure the polarities (+/-) of the batteries match upon installation.
Reattach the battery door.

NOTE: Replace batteries when displays, or when the display is dim.

CLOCK

CLOCK RECEPTION

When you insert or replace the batteries, RCC reception is initiated. To manually start RCC reception press and hold [DOWN] button.
The receiving process duration is 7 minutes.
During receiving process, the RCC signal symbol flashes.
If the RCC receiving process is successful, a completed RCC symbol will be shown in the display and the date and time will be set automatically. If it fails within 7 minutes, RCC setting will quit automatically. If that happens, press and hold [DOWN] button to re-initiate RCC receiving.
No other button will work during RCC reception. Press and hold the [DOWN] button to stop reception and the other buttons will return to normal operation.
If the device is still not receiving the signal, please proceed to set the time manually.

SET THE CLOCK MANUALLY

is flashing, then RCC reception is active. Press and hold [DOWN] button to de activate RCC reception.
Press and hold [SET] button to enter time and date setting.
The setting parameter will flash.
Press [UP] button once, the figure will in-crease 1 unit (when setting minute, second will reset to 0). Press and hold the [UP] but-ton, the figures will increase rapidly.
Press [DOWN] button once, the figure will de-crease 1 unit (when setting minute, second will reset to 0). Press and hold the [DOWN] button, the figures will decrease rapidly.
Press [SET] button to confirm setting and enter to next parameter.
Sequence of setting: Time Zone +/-12h Time format 12/24h Hour Minute Year Month Date Exit
(MSF: Time format 12/24h –> Hour –> Minute –> Year –> Month –> Date –> Exit)
If there is no action in 30 seconds, the setting will be saved and will exit the setting mode.

TIME ZONE SETTING

To set a different time zone, proceed as follows:

Press and hold [SET] button to enter time and date setting.
Press [+] or [–] button to set the time zone offset +/-12 hours.
Press [SET] button several times until you exit the setting mode.

°C/ °F SETTING

Press [DOWN] button to switch Celsius (°C) / Fahrenheit (°F).

ALARM

SE TTING/ADJUSTING ALARM TIME

Press and hold [AL.SET] button to enter the alarm setting mode.
The setting parameter will flash.
Press [UP] or [DOWN] button to set the de-sired data.
Press [AL.SET] button to confirm setting and enter to next parameter.
Sequence of setting: Hour Minute Exit
If there is no action in 20 seconds, the setting will be saved and will exit the setting mode.

TURN ON/OFF ALARM

In standard mode, press the [UP] button to turn on/off the alarm.
The alarm lasts 2 minutes and becomes faster and faster over time.

OPERATION

At the set time, alarm signal rings.
During the alarm, press the touch button to delay the alarm by 5 minutes.
If you do not press any button to stop the alarm, it will automatically turn off after 2 minutes.
To stop the alarm, press [AL.SET] or any other button.
The alarm will start again at the next alarm time, unless you switch off the alarm func tion by pressing the [UP] button.

SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions (Main unit): 143 x 25 x 80 mm (L x W x H)
Weight (Main unit): 146 g (Exclude batteries)
Temperature display range: 0°C to +50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Humidity range: 20% – 95%
Power: 3x AAA (LR03) 1.5V batteries

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
hereby explore scientific gmnclares that the equipment type with part number: RDC1004 is in compliance with Directive: 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
www.bresser.de/download/RDC1004/CE/RDC1004_CE.pdf

RCM DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The product complies with electrical safety, EMC and radio spectrum regulatory requirements for products supplied to the Australia or New Zealand market.

NOTES ON CLEANING

Remove the batteries before cleaning.
Only use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the device. To avoid damaging the electronics, do not use any cleaning fluid.
Protect the device from dust and moisture.

DISPOSAL
Dispose of the packaging materials properly, according to their type, such as paper or cardboard. Contact your local waste-disposal service or environmental au-thority for information on the proper disposal.

Do not dispose of electronic devices in the household garbage! As per the Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament on waste electrical and
electronic equipment and its adaptation into German law, used electronic devices must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.

In accordance with the regulations concerning batteries and rechargeable batteries, disposing of them in the normal house-hold waste is explicitly forbidden. Please make sure to dispose of your used batteries as required by law — at a local collection point or in the retail market. Disposal in domestic waste violates the Battery Directive. Batteries that contain toxins are marked with a sign and a chemical symbol.

battery contains cadmium
battery contains mercury
battery contains lead

WARRANTY & SERVICE

The regular guarantee period is 2 years and begins on the day of purchase. To benefit from an extended voluntary guarantee period as stated on the gift box, registration on our website is required.
You can consult the full guarantee terms as well as information on extending the guarantee period and details of our services at www.bresser.de/warranty_terms.
Would you like detailed instructions for this product in a particular language? Then visit our website via the link below (QR code) for available versions.
Alternatively you can also send an email to manuals@bresser.de or leave a message on +49 (0) 28 72 – 80 74-220. Please always state your name, precise address, a valid phone number and email address, as well as the article number and name.
Number charged at local rates in Germany (the amount you will be charged per phone call will depend on the tariff of your phone provider); calls from abroad will involve higher costs.

MANUAL DOWNLOAD:

www.bresser.de/download/RDC1004

SERVICE AND WARRANTY:

www.bresser.de/warranty_terms