BRAUN BC20 Alarm Clock Instruction Manual

: June 15, 2024
: Braun

Table of Contents

BRAUN BC20 Alarm Clock
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Battery precautions
Getting started
Function keys
**Product Description
Guarantee
References
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BRAUN BC20 Alarm Clock

Product Information

Specifications:

DC: 5.0V
Current: 3.0A, 2A, 1A

Display Symbols:

A. Time
B. Date
C. Month
D. Alarm icon
E. Alarm time

Guarantee:

2 year guarantee against material and workmanship defects (except battery). The guarantee is valid in those countries where the clock is officially being sold. Broken or cracked lens screens are not covered under the Guarantee.

Braun Helpline:

Should you have a problem with your product, please check your local service center at: www.braun-clocks.com or www.braun- watches.com, or contact +44 808 175 3235 (calls free within the UK) or +44 208 208 1833.

WARNING!

This product is covered by the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and the battery used in this item is covered by the Battery Directive. It should not be discarded with normal household waste but taken to your local collection centre
for recycling. This product conforms to the EMC requirements as per Council directive 2014/30/EU. Certain trademarks used under license from the Procter & Gamble Company or its affiliates.

Product Usage Instructions

Setting the Time:

Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the TIME position.
Press the +’ or-key to set the desired value. Press and hold the+’ or - keys to speed up the setting.
Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the BRIGHTNESS position to save the setting and return to normal display.

Setting the Alarm:

Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the ALARM position.
Press the +’ or-key to set the desired value. Press and hold the+’ or - keys to speed up the setting.
Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the BRIGHTNESS position to save the setting and return to normal display.

FAQ

Q: What does the guarantee cover?
A: The guarantee covers material and workmanship defects for a period of 2 years, except for the battery. It is valid in countries where the clock is officially sold. Broken or cracked lens screens are not covered under the guarantee.
Q: Where can I find service centers for Braun clocks?
A: You can find your local service center at www.braun-clocks.com or www.braun-watches.com.
Alternatively, you can contact +44 808 175 3235 (UK) or +44 208 208 1833 for assistance.
Q: How should I dispose of this product?
A: This product should not be discarded with normal household waste. It is covered by the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and the battery used is covered by the
Battery Directive. Please take it to your local collection center for recycling.

Battery precautions

Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Use only 3V, CR2032 batteries of the same or equivalent type.
Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
Keep batteries away from children.
Dispose of exhausted batteries according to local legal requirements. Do not dispose of them by throwing away with normal household rubbish.
Avoid short-circuiting the contacts in the battery compartment and battery terminals.
Remove batteries from the unit if it will not be used for a long period.
Exhausted batteries should be removed from the battery compartment to prevent over-discharge, which can cause leakage and may cause damage to the clock.
Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sun, or fire.

CAUTION : Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same (CR2032) or equivalent type.

Precaution of using an adaptor:

The AC/DC adaptor and apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids should be placed on the AC/DC adaptor and apparatus.
When disconnecting AC/DC adaptor it should not be obstructed and should be easily accessed. To completely disconnect the power input, the AC/DC adaptor should be disconnected from the mains.
Rated power consumption of the LCD clock is DC 5.0V 3.0A, use ONLY the supplied DC 5.0V 3.0A adaptor to operate the clock.

Getting started

Remove the battery door by turning with a coin or similar.
Take out the button cell battery and remove the plastic strip.
Replace the button cell battery.
Close the battery door.
Plug the power adapter into the DC jack at the back of the clock.

Note : The button cell battery is for time backup only in case of a power outage or if the clock is temporarily unplugged. The clock and charging function only work when plugged into a mains socket via the included power adapter.

Function keys

ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch

Slide to the ALARM position to set the alarm time.
Slide to the TIME position to set the clock time.
Slide to the BRIGHTNESS position to set the clock display brightness.

+ Key

In the ALARM / TIME setting mode, press to increase the setting value. Press and hold to speed up the setting.
In the BRIGHTNESS mode, press to increase the clock display brightness.

– Key

In the ALARM / TIME setting mode, press to decrease the setting value. Press and hold to speed up the setting.
In the BRIGHTNESS mode, press to decrease the clock display brightness.

12/24H Key
Press to change to 12 or 24 hour format.

ALARM ON / OFF touch button

Touch and hold the ALARM ON / OFF touch button for ~ 1 second to enable the alarm, the green light will light up.
Touch and hold the ALARM ON / OFF touch button for ~ 2 seconds to disable the alarm, the green light will go out.

SNOOZE touch key
Touch to stop the alarm and activate the snooze function.

RESET button
Press by using a pointy object (such as a paperclip) to reset all values to default. Reset the clock in case of a malfunction.

DATE button
Press DATE button to set year/month/date.

**Product Description

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LCD display
ALARM ON / OFF touch key
SNOOZE touch key
+ key
– key
12/24H key
Light sensor
ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch
Backup battery compartment
RESET button
DATE button
DC jack
2A USB-C port
1A USB-C port

Display symbols (Image 2)

A. Time
B. Date
C. Month
D. Alarm icon
E. Alarm time

Setting the time

Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the TIME position.
Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to set the desired value. Press and hold the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to speed up the setting.
Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the BRIGHTNESS position to save the setting and return to normal display.

Setting the alarm

Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the ALARM position.
Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to set the desired value. Press and hold the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to speed up the setting.
Slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the BRIGHTNESS position to save the setting and return to normal display

Setting the clock display brightness

The clock will automatically adjust the display brightness depending on the surrounding level of light.

In a well-lit environment, slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the BRIGHTNESS position.
Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to set the desired brightness.
In a dark environment (or by covering the sensor), slide the ALARM / TIME / BRIGHTNESS switch to the BRIGHTNESS position.
Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to set the desired brightness.

Setting the year, date and month

Press the DATE button.
Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to set the current year. Press and hold the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to speed up the setting. Press the DATE button to save the setting.
Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to set the current month. Press and hold the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to speed up the setting. Press the DATE button to save the setting.
Press the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to set the current date. Press and hold the ‘+’ or ‘-‘ key to speed up the setting. Press the DATE button to save the setting.

Using the alarm and snooze function

Enable the alarm by touching the ALARM ON / OFF button for ~ 1 second. The green light will light up and the bell icon will appear on the LCD display.
Touch the SNOOZE key to stop the alarm and activate the snooze function. When the alarm sounds, the alarm icon will flash.
To disable the alarm and snooze function, touch the ALARM ON / OFF button for ~ 2 seconds. The green light will go out and the bell icon will disappear.

Note : When the snooze function is activated, the alarm will automatically start again after 5 minutes. The snooze function will not stop unless you press the ALARM ON/OFF button to turn off the snooze.

Using the USB-C ports

Plug a compatible device into either of the two USB-C ports for charging.
Please make sure that any connected device is rated at the same level as the output of the ports: DC 5.0V 2.0A / 1.0 A.

Battery replacement

If the AC/DC adapter is removed from the clock and the current time is not memorized after plugging in again, then the button cell battery must be replaced immediately.
It is recommended to replace the button cell battery once a year.

Guarantee

2 year guarantee against material and workmanship defects (except battery). The guarantee is valid in those countries where the clock is officially being sold.
Broken or cracked lens screens are not covered under the Guarantee.

Braun helpline
Should you have a problem with your product, please check your local service centre at: www.braun-clocks.com
www.braun-watches.com or contact +44 808 175 3235 (calls free within the UK) or +44 208 208 1833.

WARNING! This product is covered by the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and the battery used in this item is covered by the Battery Directive. It should not be discarded with normal household waste but taken to your local
collection centre for recycling.
This product conforms to the EMC requirements as per council directive 2014/30/EU.
Certain trademarks used under license from the Procter & Gamble Company or its affiliates