Timex T309 Alarm Clock Radio User Manual

Timex T309 Alarm Clock Radio User Manual

Installation and Maintenance

Installation

1. Remove the unit and all packing materials from the carton. You should save packing materials in case the unit needs to be returned for service. If you do not wish to save the materials, please dispose of them properly.
2. Place the unit on a stable, level surface, close to an AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of dust, dirt, heat, water, moisture, vibration, and strong magnetic fields.
3. After installing the batteries (see below) and reading the Maintenance notes, plug the AC cord into an outlet.

“Sure Alarm” Battery Backup Installation
It is strongly recommended that 2 “AAA” batteries be installed into the unit, as directed below, to activate the “Sure Alarm” battery backup feature. If the AC power cord is disconnected or a power failure or other interruption occurs, the “Sure Alarm” system will maintain the clock and alarm settings for the life of the batteries, ensuring that the alarm will sound at the set time (note: while operating on battery power, all set alarms will sound as a buzzer). When power has been restored, the clock will cease using the battery power, and will once again operate on AC power.

1. Gently turn the unit over and remove the battery compartment door.
2. Install 2 “AAA” batteries (alkaline batteries are recommended for longer life) into the battery compartment, making sure that the + and – ends match up with those inside the compartment.
3. Slide the battery compartment door back on, making sure the door locks into place, and gently return the unit to its upright position.

Maintenance

1. Place the unit on a level surface away from direct sunlight or sources of excessive heat.
2. Protect your furniture when placing the unit on natural wood or wood with a lacquered finish. A cloth or other protective material should be placed between the unit and the furniture.
3. Clean the casing with a soft cloth moistened only with mild soap and water. Stronger cleaning agents, such as thinner or similar agents, are not recommended, as they may damage the surface of the case.
4. If the unit is not to be used for a prolonged period, such as a month or longer, remove the batteries to prevent possible corrosion. Should the battery compartment become corroded or dirty, clean the compartment thoroughly and replace the batteries.

Controls and Indicators

LCD Display With Indicators

Setting the Clock and Calendar

Setting the Clock

1. Press and hold the 5 Time Set Button until the display begins flashing.
2. Press the  10 Reverse or 14 Forward Button to set the time. Holding a button for a few seconds will advance or reverse the time rapidly. Set the correct AM/PM time, shown by the PM Indicator on the display.
3. After setting the time, press the 15 Enter Button or wait about ten seconds for the unit to beep twice and the display to return to normal mode.

Setting the Calendar

1. It is important to set the correct date to use the 7-5-2 Alarm settings. Press and hold the 6 Date Set/7-5-2 Button until the display flashes and the year replaces the month/day at the bottom of the display.
2. Press the  10 Reverse or  14 Forward Button to set the correct year, and then press the Enter Button. The unit will beep and the display will show the month and day. Again, press the 15 Reverse or Forward Button 10 to set 14 as the current date.
3. After setting the date, press the 15 Enter Button or wait ten seconds to return to the normal display mode.

Adjusting the Display Backlight

• This alarm clock radio features an adjustable display backlight, with dim, medium, and bright settings. To select a backlight setting, press the 4 Snooze/Dimmer Bar until the desired brightness is reached.

Listening to the Radio

Operating the Radio

1. Press the 3 Radio On/Sleep Button once to turn on the radio. The display will show the word “On” before returning to the clock display. The bottom of the display will show the digital radio frequency.
   Note: If the Radio On/Sleep Button is pressed 3  more than once, the unit will enter sleep mode, with the radio operating on a timer. See Sleeping to Radio with Timer for more information about this feature.

2. Press the 8 Radio Band Button to select a radio band. There are two FM bands (to be used when programming preset radio station settings) and one AM band.

3. Press the 10  Reverse / 14 Forward Tuning Buttons to find a station to listen to. To scan the radio stations, hold a button for about three seconds. The radio will rapidly advance to the next strong signal.

4. You may also use the 9 Memory Set 1-6 Buttons to select a preset radio station. See the Programming Radio Station Settings section below for instructions on programming these settings.

5. Adjust the volume using the Volume Thumbwheel, located on the back of the unit.

6. Press the  1 Off/Reset Button to turn the radio off. The bottom of the display will show the calendar setting.

Programming Radio Station Settings
The radio features 18 programmable radio station settings so you can access your favourite stations quickly.

1. Tune to the first station you wish to program into your preset station settings.
2. Press and hold one of the 9 six Memory Set 1-6 Buttons to program the station into that memory slot. When the unit beeps, the station setting has been saved.
3. You may continue programming a total of 18 stations into memory: six each into the two FM bands and six into the AM band. To edit a setting, simply program a new frequency into that memory slot.

Antenna Information and Adjustment

• FM – Extend the FM wire antenna to its full length and vary the direction to its strongest signal.
• AM – The AM bar antenna is located inside the cabinet. Rotate the unit until you find the strongest AM signal.

Last Station Memory
The tuner always remembers the last station selected before the radio was switched off and automatically selects the station again when the radio is turned on.

Sleeping to the Radio or Nature Sounds with a Timer

Sleeping to the Radio with a Timer
Note: For more information about playing the radio, see the Listening to the Radio section of this manual.

1.  Press the 3 Radio On/Sleep Button twice to enter the sleep mode.
2. Continue pressing the 3 Radio On/Sleep Button to select a 90-, 60-, 30-, or 15-minute sleep time. When the display shows the desired sleep time, stop pressing the button. The sleep timer setting remains active for approximately ten seconds before returning to the standard clock display. The Sleep Volume Indicator will appear, showing that the radio timer has been activated.
3. Select a radio station using the 8 AM/FM Band Button 9 and either the Memory Set 1-6 Buttons or the 10 Reverse / 14 Forward Tuning Buttons.
4.  Press the 7 Sleep Volume Button to adjust the sleep volume to a comfortable level without affecting the alarm volume. The Sleep Volume Indicator will show the current sleep volume level. Turning the Volume Thumbwheel will also adjust the sleep volume, though this will also change the alarm volume.
5. The radio will play for the programmed sleep time and then shut off. To check how much sleep time is remaining, press the 3 Radio On/Sleep Button once.
6. To turn off the radio before the sleep time has elapsed, press 1 the Off/Reset Button.

Sleeping to Nature Sounds with Timer

1. Press the 2 Nature Sounds Button twice to enter the sleep sounds mode. This sets the sleep timer to the 90-minute setting. The sleep timer setting remains in the display for approximately ten seconds before returning to the standard display. The Nature Sounds Indicator will be visible in the LCD.
2. Continue pressing 2  the Nature Sounds Button to select a 90-, 60-, 30-, or 15-minute sleep timer.
3. Press the Reverse 10/ 14 Forward Tuning Buttons to select one of the four nature sounds.
4. Press the 7 Sleep Volume Button to find a comfortable sleep volume. The Sleep Volume Indicator will show the current sleep volume level. Adjusting the sleep volume in this way will not affect the alarm volume.
5. To turn off the nature sounds before the sleep time has elapsed, press the Off/Reset Button.
   Note: To see the number of minutes remaining on the sleep timer, press the  1 Nature Sounds 2 Button once. The display will show the Sleep Timer for approximately ten seconds before returning to the normal mode.

Operating the Alarms

This clock radio features an alarm system with three independently operated alarms. Any combination of the three alarms can be set, including the AM/FM radio alarm, nature sound alarm, and the buzzer alarm. In addition, each alarm utilizes a 7-5-2 Advance Alarm setting that can be set in advance for a full week, Monday through Friday, or the weekend.

Setting the AM/FM Radio Alarm

1. Press and hold the 11 Radio Alarm Button until the settings and radio frequency appear on the display.
2. Press the 10 Reverse or 14 Forward Button to set the alarm time.
3. Use the 8 AM/FM Band Button or the 9 Memory Set 1-6 Buttons to select a radio station to wake up to. For more information on programming radio stations into memory, see the Programming Radio Station Settings section of this manual. Adjust the alarm volume using the Volume Thumbwheel.
4. After setting the wake time and sound, you will need to select your 7-5-2 setting. The 7-5-2 setting lets you set the alarm for a full week, Monday through Friday, or the weekend. Before setting the alarm, be sure that you have set the date, as shown in the Setting the Clock and Calendar section. While the display is still flashing, press the  6 Date Set/7-5-2 Button until the desired setting is shown at the top of the display.
5. After you have programmed the radio alarm, press the 1 Enter Button or wait ten seconds to return to the clock display. The Radio Alarm Indicator will appear on the display, showing that the alarm is set.

Setting the Nature Sounds Alarm

1. Press and hold the 12 Sounds Alarm Button until the settings and Nature Sounds Indicator appear.
2. Press the 10 Reverse or 14 Forward Button to set the alarm time.
3. Use the 2  Nature Sounds Button to select a nature sound to wake to. There is a choice of four sounds:
   • Sound #1: Ocean Surf
   • Sound #2: Forest Spring
   • Sound #3: Rushing Brook
   • Sound #4: Summer Wind
4. See Step #4 in the Setting the AM/FM Radio Alarm section for instructions on setting the Nature Sounds Alarm’s 7-5-2 Advance Alarm.
5. After you have programmed the nature sounds alarm, press the 15  Enter Button or wait ten seconds to return to the clock display. The Nature Sounds Alarm Indicator will appear on the display.

Operating the Alarms (Continued)
Setting the Buzzer Alarm

1. Press and hold the 13 Buzzer Alarm Button until the alarm setting appears on the display.
2. Press the 10 Reverse or 14 Forward Button to set the alarm time.
3. See Step #4 in the Setting the AM/FM Radio Alarm section for instructions on setting the Buzzer Alarm’s 7-5-2 Advance Alarm.
4. After you have programmed the buzzer alarm, press the 15 Enter Button or wait ten seconds to return to the clock display. The Buzzer Alarm Indicator will appear on the display, showing that the alarm is set.

Checking Your Alarm Time Settings

To check any of the three-alarm settings, press one of the Alarm Buttons twice so that the settings appear on the display. The display will return to the standard clock display after a few seconds. After you have checked the setting, be sure the Alarm Indicator still appears on the display, so that the alarm will sound.

Turning Off the Alarms

1. After the alarm sounds, press the 1 Off/Reset Button to turn off the alarm while still maintaining the programmed 7-5-2 Advance Alarm settings. To turn off an alarm and cancel its 7-5-2 settings, press its Alarm Button so that its Alarm Indicator no longer appears on the display.
2. If the 1 4 Off/Reset Button is not pressed, the alarm will sound for an hour before stopping. As long as the indicator appears on the display, the alarm will sound according to the 7-5-2 Advance Alarm settings.
3. To activate the snooze feature, press the Snooze/Dimmer Bar when the alarm sounds. The alarm will shut off for approximately nine minutes before sounding again. The feature can be repeated several times during the one-hour snooze cycle.

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