velleman WC40D Aluminium Wall Clock with DCF User Manual

velleman WC40D Aluminium Wall Clock with DCF

Product Information

switches between standard (winter) and daylight saving time (summer
time)

Product Usage Instructions

1. Remove the protection pin before first use! Dispose of it in a safe way. Do not attempt to reinsert the pin afterward as this will surely damage the clock.
2. Insert a battery in the battery compartment. All hands will move forward towards 12:00. Note: when the original position of the second hand is between 11:55 and 12:00, the second hand will make a full turn before stopping at 12:00. The same happens with the minute hand when the original position is between 11:52 and 12:00.
3. Choose a location for the clock. Refer to the working principle section for more details.
4. Wait until the clock receives the synchronization signal from the master clock. This might take up to 15 minutes. Note that the received signal is usually stronger at night time.
5. Once synchronized, the hands will start moving toward the correct time.
6. If the clock does not receive the radio signal, it will start running showing the wrong time. However, it will keep attempting to synchronize.
7. Manual setting: It is possible to set the time manually for use in places where no radio signal is received.
8. Forced receiving: When synchronization is successful, the hands will move toward the correct time. If it fails, the hands will move toward the time that was memorized.
9. Reset: Briefly press the reset button once. All hands will move to the 12:00 position and the memory is cleared. The clock will attempt to synchronize with the master clock.
10. Automatic Calibration: This movement will automatically correct the time at 1:00 when the clock is running slow due to a low battery. Please replace the battery for the correct time measurement.

OVERVIEW

Introduction

To all residents of the European Union Important environmental information about this product This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm the environment. Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialized company for recycling. This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service. Respect the local environmental rules.  If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities. Thank you for choosing Velleman! Please read the manual thoroughly before bringing this device into service. If the device was damaged in transit, do not install or use it and contact your dealer.

Safety Instructions

Keep this device away from children and unauthorized users. Keep this device away from rain, moisture, splashing and dripping liquids.

General Guidelines

Refer to the Velleman® Service and Quality Warranty on the last pages of this manual.

• Protect this device from shocks and abuse. Avoid brute force when operating the device.
• Protect the device against extreme heat and dust.
• Familiarise yourself with the functions of the device before actually using it.
• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons.
• Only use the device for its intended purpose. Using the device in an unauthorized way will void the warranty.

WC40D

• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.
• Note that damage caused by user modifications to the device is not covered by the warranty.

Features

• DCF-controlled clock
• clearly legible dial
• automatically switches between standard (winter) and daylight saving time (summer time)

Overview
Refer to the illustrations on page 2 of this manual.

Working Principle

The clock contains a receiver which receives a radio-signal from a radio station located near Frankfurt, Germany. This long-wave radiosignal (DCF77) is based on atomic clocks and contains time and date information. The clock automatically synchronizes with this master clock radio-signal and when necessary adjusts the positions of second, minute or hour hands of the clock. Due to its nature, the radio-signal can be received indoors. However, it should be noted that the signal is weakened by the presence of concrete and metal. Therefore the clock must not be installed in concrete basements or inside metal cages. In large concrete office buildings or apartments, the clock should be located near a window for better reception. Also avoid installing the clock near strong magnetic fields or other devices that generate a lot of electrical noise (e.g. engines).

Operation

• Remove the protection pin before first use! Dispose of it in a safe way.
• Do not attempt to reinsert the pin afterwards as this will surely damage the clock.
  • Insert a battery in the battery compartment (see below). All hands will move forward towards 12:00. Note: when the original position of the second hand is between 11:55 and 12:00, the second hand will make a full turn before stopping at 12:00. The same happens with the minute hand when the original position is between 11:52 and 12:00.
  • Choose a location for the clock (see 6. Working principle).
  • Wait until the clock receives the synchronization signal from the master clock. This might take up to 15 minutes. Note that the received signal is usually stronger at night time.
  • Once synchronized, the hands will start moving towards the correct time.
  • When the clock does not receive the radio-signal, it will start running showing the wrong time. However, it will keep attempting to synchronize.

Manual setting

• It is possible to set the time manually, e.g. for use in places where no radio-signal is received.
• Press and hold the manual setting button. After ± 3 seconds the minutes and hour hands start moving. Hold down the manual setting and release a couple of minutes before desired time setting. Press the manual setting button repeatedly until the desired time indication is reached. When no press is detected within 10 seconds, the clock starts running.

Forced receiving

• To force the clock to synchronize, press and hold the forced reception button for ± 3 seconds. The current time is stored in memory and all hands will start moving towards 12:00. The clock attempts to synchronize with the master clock.
• When synchronization is successful (this can take up to 15 minutes), the hands will move towards the correct time. If it fails however, the hands will move towards the time that was memorized.

Reset

• Briefly press the reset button once.
• All hands will move to the 12:00 position and the memory is cleared. The clock will attempt to synchronize to the master clock.

Automatic Calibration

• This movement will automatically correct the time at 1:00 when the clock is running slow due to a low battery. Please replace the battery  for correct time measurement.

Battery

• Insert a new 1.5 V AA battery in the battery compartment in accordance with the polarity markings inside the battery compartment.
  • Warning: Do not puncture batteries or throw them in fire as they may explode. Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries (alkaline). Dispose of batteries in accordance with local regulations. Keep batteries away from children.

Cleaning and Maintenance

• Wipe the device regularly with a moist, lint-free cloth.
• Do not use alcohol or solvents.

Technical Specifications

• dimensions
• dial ……………………………………………………….. Ø 35 cm
• clock ………………………………………………… Ø 40 x 4 cm
• weight ………………………………………………………± 1088 g
• power supply ………………… 1 x 1.5 V AA batteries (not incl.)
• options
• LR6C …………………….4 x alkaline AA/LR6 1.5 V batteries

Use this device with original accessories only. Velleman nv cannot be held responsible in the event of damage or injury resulting from (incorrect) use of this device. For more info concerning this product and the latest version of this manual, please visit our website www.velleman.eu. The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. RED Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Velleman NV declares that the radio equipment type [WC40D] 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.velleman.eu. © COPYRIGHT NOTICE The copyright to this manual is owned by Velleman nv. All worldwide rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic medium or otherwise without the prior written consent of the copyright holder.

CONTACT

• Made in PRC
• Imported by Velleman nv
• Legen Heirweg 33, 9890 Gavere, Belgium
• www.velleman.eu.

References

• Velleman – Wholesaler and developer of electronics

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