EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC RDC3006 Radio Controlled Alarm Clock Instruction Manual

: June 6, 2024
: EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC

Table of Contents

GENERAL WARNINGS
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
LCD DISPLAY
GETTING STARTED
CLOCK
ALARM
OPERATION
SPECIFICATIONS
NOTES ON CLEANING
WARRANTY & SERVICE
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EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC RDC3006 Radio Controlled Alarm Clock 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 (power supply and/ or 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. Always 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, 2x AAA batteries.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

We recommend using alkaline batteries. If temperatures regularly fall below 0°C (32°F), we recommend using lithium batteries.
Avoid using rechargeable batteries. (Rechargeable batteries cannot maintain correct power requirements.)
Insert batteries before first use, matching the polarity in the battery compartment. 2x AAA Batteries are required.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Press [ ] to activate the snooze function and backlight for 8 seconds. The Snooze function will stop the alarm for 8 minutes.
Press [ ] to turn on/off alarm.
Press [ ] to toggle between the calendar and alarm display. Press and hold to enter the alarm setting mode.
Press and hold [ MODE ] to enter time and date setting mode.
Press and hold [ + ] to turn RCC on/off. In setting mode, press to increase one unit, press and hold to increase rapidly.
In setting mode, press [ – ] to decrease one unit, press and hold to decrease rapidly.
Press the RESET button to restore settings to factory default.
Battery compartment. Slide down to open.

BUTTON MODE

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MODE

|

+

|

–

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Standard mode| PRESS| Turn on backlight for 8 seconds (SNOOZE when alarm is ringing)| Turn Alarm on/off
Stop alarm (ringing)| Toggle between Calendar and Alarm display| | |

setting

| Confirm

setting

setting

| Increase| Decrease

HOLD

LCD DISPLAY

Time display
Calendar display
Weekday display
Temperature display

[ ] RCC signal received [ ] Time Zone indicator [ ] Snooze activated [ ] Alarm 1 ON [ ] Alarm 2 ON [ ] Alarm 1 + Alarm 2 ON [ ] Low battery indicator

GETTING STARTED

INSERT BATTERIES

Remove the battery door from the back.
Insert 2x 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

Replace batteries or press and hold [ + ] button will initiate RCC receiving.
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 the [ + ] button to re-initiate RCC receiving.
RCC receiving will automatically start at 2:03, 3:03, 4:03, 5:03 every night. Auto receiving function will cease if it is successful.
To stop RCC reception, press and hold the [ + ] button.
If the device is still not receiving the signal, please proceed to set the time manually.

SET THE CLOCK MANUALLY

Press and hold [ MODE ] button to enter into time and date setting.
The setting parameter will flash.
Press [ + ] button once, the figure will in- crease 1 unit (when setting minute, second will reset to 0). Press and hold the [ + ] button, the figures will increase rapidly.
Press [ – ] button once, the figure will decrease 1 unit (when setting minute, second will reset to 0). Press and hold the [ – ] button, the figures will decrease rapidly.
Press [ MODE ] button to confirm setting and enter to next parameter.
Sequence of setting: Time Zone → 12/24 Hr format → Hour → Minute → Year → Calendar Mode (day month/month-day) → Month → Day → Weekday Language → °C/°F → Exit
If there is no action in 20 seconds, the setting will be saved and will exit the setting mode.

LANGUAGE

The Language options are: English (E), German
(D) → French (F) → Italian (I) → Spanish (S)

TIME ZONE SETTING

To set a different time zone, proceed as follows:

Press and hold [ + ] button, enter time and date setting.
The Time zone offset setting will flash.
Press the [ + ] button to increase or [ – ] button to decrease the Time zone offset.

°C/°F SETTING

Press and hold [ MODE ] button, enter time and date setting.
Press [ MODE ] button several times until the display shows °C/°F.
Press the [ + ] or [ – ] button to switch Celsius (°C) / Fahrenheit (°F).

ALARM

SETTING/ADJUSTING DUAL ALARM TIME
You can set two alarm times (AL1 and AL2).

Press the [ ] button to display Alarm 1.
Press and hold [ ] to enter the alarm setting mode for the currently selected alarm (Alarm 1).
The setting parameter will flash.
Press [ + ] or [ – ] button to set the desired data.
Press [ ] button to confirm setting and enter to next parameter.
Sequence of setting: Hour → Minute → Vol H/L (Alarm volume) → Exit
Alarm will turn on automatically when alarm setting is finished.
If there is no action in 20 seconds, the setting will be saved and will exit the setting mode.

TURN ON/OFF ALARM

In alarm display mode, press the [ ] button to turn on/off the current alarm. when in calendar display mode, the sequence is: AL1 on → AL2 on → AL1+AL2 on → AL1+AL2 off.
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 [ ] button to delay the alarm by 8 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 [ ] or any other button except SNOOZE.
The alarm will start again at the next alarm time, unless you switch off the alarm function by pressing the [ ] button.

RESET

Press RESET to return to the default settings.

SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions (Main unit):
98x43x97 mm (L x W x H)
Weight (Main unit):
180 g
Temperature display range:
-5°C to +50°C (23°F to 122°F)
Accuracy:
10°C to +40°C: +/- 1°C (+/-2°F)
<0° and >+40°: +/- 2°C (+/-4°F)
Resolution:
0.1°C (0.2°F)
Power:
2x AAA (LR03) 1.5V batteries

NOTE
When the temperature is lower than -5°C (23°F), the temperature displays LL.L. When the temperature is higher than 50°C (122°F), the temperature displays HH.H.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Bresser GmbH declares that the equipment type with part number: RDC3006 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/RDC3006/CE/RDC3006-CE.pd

FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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 authority 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 household 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.

Icons
1 battery contains cadmium
2 battery contains mercury
3 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.

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