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Model 86931 With Indoor Temperature Instruction Manual
The SkyScan ATOMIC Clock
With the Skyscan Atomic Clock, you have the most accurate timepiece within the continent. It can receive the time signal transmitted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), which is regulated by 3 atomic clocks and deviates less than 1 second within 3,000 years. The NIST broadcasts the time signal (WWVB, 60kHz) continuously from Fort Collins, Colorado. This signal can be received anywhere in the continental USA that long wave (AM) radio reception is possible with a portable radio. It is expected that the signal can cover a distance of over 2,000 miles from the transmitter. Therefore, your clock will receive the signal within the broadcast range anywhere an AM signal can be received; generally the signal cannot be picked up in massive metal and concrete structures unless near a window. In addition, some environmental effects (see next page) may affect the transmitting distance.
For more information, please study the WWVB WEB page of NIST at: http://www.boulder.nist.gov/timefreq/
Environmental Reception effects: The SkyScan Atomic Clock obtains the accurate time with wireless technology. Same as all wireless devices, the receiving ability may be affected by, but not limited to, the following circumstances:
• Long transmitting distance. • Nearby mountains and valleys. • Among tall buildings. • Near railway, high voltage cable. etc. • Near freeway, airport, etc. • Near construction site. • Inside concrete buildings. • Near electrical appliances. • Near computers and televisions. • Bad weather locally or electrical storms between you and Colorado. • Inside moving vehicles. • Nearby metallic structures.
Location Precautions
This clock receives a radio wave much like a TV or radio. Be sure to locate it near a window or some other location where reception is good. Avoid the following locations, which can interfere with proper reception.
Synchronization signal reception can be received in the Continental USA only. In other areas, you can still use this clock by making time settings manually.
Features
• Receives 60kHz WWVB signal. • Automatic time and date adjustment after signal reception. • Calendar with day of the week display from January 1,2000 to December 31, 2099. • Hour, minute and second display. • 12 or 24-hour format. • Time accuracy (U.S. Atomic clock): better than 1 second in 3,000 years. • Time accuracy (free run): +/- 30 seconds per month. • Centigrade or Fahrenheit readout. • Battery life: approximate 1 year with alkaline batteries (not included). • Clock operating temperature from 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F). • Indoor Temperature measuring range from -50°C to 70°C (-58°F to 158°F) • Temperature resolution 0.1 °C.
Location of Controls:
Getting Started
Batteries Installation
Batteries installation of the clock • Insert new batteries into clock. • Insert 3 "C" batteries in polarity (+) and (-) as indicated. • Close the battery cover. • The low battery icon will show in the indoor temperature window when your batteries need replacing.
Warning: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel cadmium) batteries.
To ensure proper functioning of your SkyScan Atomic clock, please follow this power up procedure:
1. Insert new batteries into clock. 2. Slide the time zone switch on the back of the SkyScan clock to your time zone:
PST = Pacific Standard Time MST = Mountain Standard Time CST = Central Standard Time EST = Eastern Standard Time 3. Slide the daylight savings time switch (DST) to ON. This setting allows your clock to automatically change from standard time to daylight savings time and back each spring and fall. If you live in an area that does not recognize daylight savings time (Arizona and parts of Indiana) slide the DST switch to off.
Do not touch any other buttons or settings on you SkyScan clock. It will automatically set itself to the exact time, day, date and indoor temperature after receipt of the Atomic Signal.
Atomic Clock Reception
Your SkyScan Atomic Clock receives the official US time signal from the US Atomic clock in Ft. Collins, Colorado. Successful reception will activate the WAVE OK icon. If the clock fails to receive the "WAVE" signal in the first reception sequence after power up, it will repeat a 10-minute reception sequence every hour. This operation stops once the WAVE is received. The clock automatically refreshes the WAVE each night.
You can start reception of the time signal anytime by pressing the TIME WAVE button.
Note: Frequent use of this feature will diminish the battery life.
Interference
Signals from other household devices, such as entry controls, door bells and home security systems, may temporarily interfere with the SkyScan Atomic Clock and cause reception failure. This is normal and does not affect the general performance of the product.
Wall Mounting or Using the Stand
The clock unit has a built in stand you can flip open to support the unit on a flat surface. You can also close the stand and mount the unit on a wall. Drive a screw into the wall until the head extends about 1/8 inch from the wall, then locate the keyhole slot over the screw head and slide the SkyScan Atomic Clock down to make it secure.
Trouble - Shooting • Press the "Reset" button when the clock is displaying irrelevant time even when the tower icon shows. This may happen when the external noise is severe enough to interfere with the time signal.
Care of your clock
• Avoid exposing your clock to extreme temperatures, water or severe shock. • Avoid contact with any corrosive materials such as perfume, alcohol or cleaning agents. • Do not subject the clock to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature or humidity. Any of these conditions may shorten the life of the clock. • Do not tamper with any of the internal components of this clock. This will invalidate the warranty and may cause damage.
Correct usage of the batteries
• Use 3 new "C" alkaline batteries (not included) • Do not mix standard or rechargeable batteries • Do not mix new and old batteries • When the low battery icon appears on the display, replace the batteries with appropriate ones.
Warranty
• This product is warranted to be free of defects in manufacturing for 1 year after purchase. Defective clocks should be returned to the place of retail purchase.
FOR CUSTOMER INQUIRIES:
EMAIL:
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Web: www.skyscaninfo.com Tel: 757-460-2483
Customer Service Dept. Equity Industries Corp 5721 Bayside Road Virginia Beach, VA 23455 U.S.A
LIABILITY DISCLAIMER: • The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place. • This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public information. • The specifications of the product may change without prior notice. • This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children. • No part of this manual may be reproduced without written authorization of the manufacturer. • SPECIFICATIONS
Temperature measuring range Indoor -58°F to 158°F with 0.2°F resolution -50°C to 70°C with 0.1°C resolution
Temperature checking interval Indoor: every 16 seconds
Power source (Alkaline batteries recommended) Atomic Clock 3 C batteries, 1.5V batteries Battery life about 12 months
Dimensions (LxWxH) Atomic Clock 16.5xI0.5x1.75 inches / 42x26.6x4.4 cm
