Emerson SmartSet CKS1500 - Clock Radio with Auto-Time Setting System Manual

Preparation For Use

Unpacking And Set Up

• Remove the radio from the carton and remove all packing material from the radio. We suggest that you save the packing material, if possible, in the unlikely event that your radio ever needs to be returned for service. The original carton and packing material is the only safe way to pack your radio to protect it from damage in transit.
• Remove any descriptive labels, stickers or protective films on the front or top of the cabinet, if any. Do not remove any labels or stickers from the back or bottom of the cabinet.
• Note the serial number on the bottom of your radio and write this number.
• Place your radio on a level surface such as a table, desk or shelf, convenient to an AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of excess heat, dirt, dust, moisture, humidity, or vibration.
• Unwind the Line cord connecting the AC adapter and extend the antenna wire the antenna wire to its full length. The antenna wire must be fully extended to provide the best FM reception.

Protect Your Furniture

This model is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from moving when you operate the controls. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your furniture. However certain types of oil based furniture polishes, wood preservatives, or cleaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften, and leave marks or a rubber residue on the furniture. To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly recommend that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the bottom of the rubber 'feet' before you place the product on fine wooden furniture.

Power Source

This radio is designed to operate on normal 120V 60Hz AC power only. Do not attempt to operate the radio on any other power source. You could cause damage to the radio that is not covered by your warranty.
This radio should be connected to an AC outlet that is always 'live'. Do not connect it to an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. When the power to the radio is interrupted, the built in lithium battery takes over to maintain the time and alarm settings. To maximize the life of the lithium battery keep the radio connected to a'live'AC outlet at all times.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front Panel

Top Panel

Rear Panel

1. 1 (Alarm 1 'Radio') Indicator.
2. 1 (Alarm 1 'Buzzer') Indicator.
3. 2 (Alarm 2 'Radio') Indicator.
4. 2 (Alarm 2 'Buzzer') Indicator.
5. AM Indicator ('On'=AM,'Off'=PM)
6. KHz (AM Radio) Indicator.
7. MHz (FM Radio) Indicator.
8. LOW BATT. Indicator.
9. ON/OFF button
10. VOL - / AL1 button
11. TUNE- button
12. CLOCK SET / BAND select button
13. TIME ZONE/ MEM./ STO. button
14. TUNE+ button
15. VOL+/ AL2 button
16. LED button
17. SNOOZE/DIMMER/SLEEP Button
18. Back Up Battery Compartment
19. Speaker
20. FM antenna
21. AC adapter (Back Cabinet).

OPERATING INSTRUCTION

Setting The Time, The First Time

The first time you connect your new SmartSet^® clock radio to the AC outlet the internal computer will automatically set the time correctly for the Eastern Time Zone, which is the initial default setting. The display will scan for a few seconds and then show the correct Day and Time in the Eastern zone. If you live in the Eastern Time zone, there's nothing else to do. Your clock is set correctly and running.

If you do not live in the Eastern Time zone you must change the default zone display to your own zone. You only do this one time and the Smart Set^® will remember the new default zone setting and will always return to that setting after a power interruption.

There are 7 time zones programmed into your Smart Set^® clock radio as follows:
ZONE 1 —Atlantic Time
ZONE 2— Eastern Time (Default Setting)
ZONE 3— Central Time
ZONE 4— Mountain Time
ZONE 5 —Pacific Time
ZONE 6 — Yukon Time
ZONE 7 — Hawaiian Time

To change the default time zone display, press and holdthe TIME ZONE button, until the displayFlashes' The number "2" will appear on the display indicating that the default zone is ZONE 2, Eastern Time.

Release the TIME ZONE button and then press either the TUNE- or TUNE+ buttons until your own time zone appears on the display, then release the buttons. The clock display will change to the correct time in the time zone you selected. The clock will always return to the correct time in the zone you selected after every power interruption.
If you move to a different time zone, simply change the default zone display to the new zone and the SmartSet® will remember that setting for you

Checking the Current Year-Date-Day of Week-Time Settings

Press briefly the CLOCK SET button repeatedly to see the cycle of year, date, day of week and time. To restore time display mode, leave it idle for few secs.

Note: From d1, d2 to d7 stand for from Monday, Tuesday to Sunday separately.

Setting the Year

1. Press and hold the CLOCK SET bution until the Year 'Flashes', then release the button;
2. Press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to adjust the Year.
   

Setting the Date

1. Press the CLOCK SET button again and release, the Date 'Flashes';
2. Press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to adjust the Month;
   
3. Press the CLOCK SET button again and release, the Date 'Flashes';
4. Press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to adjust the Date.

Setting the Time

1. Press the CLOCK SET button again and release, the Hour 'Flashes';
2. Press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to adjust the Hour (where AM indicator 'On' is AM, 'Oft' is PM);
   
3. Press the CLOCK SET button again and reiease, the Minutes 'Flashes';
4. Press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to adjust the Minutes;
5. Press the CLOCK SET button again, or leave it idle for few tens of seconds, to store all new settings and restore it to time display mode.

Note: Time zone and clock settings can only be adjusted in Standby mode, where the AM/FM Radio is disabled (i.e.the indicators of kHz and MHz are 'Off')

Daylight Saving and Leap Year Adjustments

All Daylight Saving and Leap Year adjustments are made automatically by the SmartSet^® internal computer as follows:

• Start of Daylight Saving Time:
  At "2:00 AM" on the 2nd Sunday in March, the clock will automatically advance to "3:00 AM".
• End of Daylight Saving Time:
  At '3:00 AM' on the 1st Sunday in November, the clock will automatically reset to "2:00 AM".

Turn Daylight Saving Function Off / On (in standby mode only)
Daylight Saving Time is NOT observed in Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and in, most of Arizona, with exception of the Navajo Indian Reservation in Arizona. If you do not want the clock to adjust itself automatically according to Daylight Saving Time, you can disable it by pressing and holding the TUNE+ (DST start date) or TUNE- (DST end date) button for 5 secs, the display will show DST start or end date accordingly, which means the auto Daylight Saving Time has been enabled ('On' by default).
Press either the TUNE+ or TUNE- button to toggle between 'OFF' or 'On' DST setting. Leave it idle for a few seconds to save your DST setting and resume to clock mode.

• Leap Year:
  At "12:00 Midnight" on February 28th, the calendar display will change to "2.29".

NOTE: If you manually adjust the time, your new setting is entered into the SmartSet® memory. If the power is interrupted, the display will return to your new setting, not the original setting, when the power is restored.

Adjusting The Wake Up Time and Alarm Week Mode

Alarm settings can only be adjusted in Standby mode.
Your SmartSet® clock radio has two separate alarms that can be set and used independently. You may use the alarms to wake two people at different times, or you may use one alarm for weekdays and the other for weekend wake up times. The procedure for adjusting the wake up times is the same for both Alarm1and Alarm2.

• Press and hold either the AL1 or AL2 button until the display blinks and changes from the current time to the Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 wake up time.
• Release the AL1 (AL2) button, press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to adjust Hour, press the AL1 (AL2) again to confirm, then the Minutes will blink, press TUNE- or TUNE+ to adjust Minutes.
• Press the AL1 (AL2) button again, Alarm Week Mode will blink. Press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button repeatedly to select your desired Alarm Week Mode: d1-7, d1-5 or d6-7
• Press the AL1 (AL2) button again to store the alarm setting and resume to clock mode.

NOTE: Be sure that you have set the wake up time correctly by observing the AM indicator. If the AM indicator is 'On' the wake up time is "AM". Ifthe AM indicator is 'Off', the wake up time is "PM".

Selecting The Alarm Week Mode

Your SmartSet® clock radio allows you to select from among three different alarm operation modes for either alarm. The alarm week modes are:

• d1-7 Everyday — the alarm will turn on all 7 days.
  
• d1-5 Weekdays only — the alarm will only turn on Monday through Friday;
  
• d6-7 Weekends only — the alarm will only turn on Saturday and Sunday.
  

To check the Alarm Week Mode setting for Alarm1, press and hold the AL1 setting button. The display will show the Alarm 1 wake up time. Pressthe AL1 button again, it will show you the alarm week mode which is selected.
To change the Alarm Week Mode setting for Alarm 1, press the AL1 setting button until the DAY OF WEEK indicators show the desired mode setting, Weekdays only, Weekends only, or Everyday operation, Press TUNE- or TUNE+ to select week mode.

Press the AL1 setting buttons and the display will return to the correct time.
Follow the same procedure to select the desired Alarm Mode for Alarm 2 if necessary.

Checking The Wake Up Times And Alarm Week Mode

Whenever you want to check the wake up time or the Alarm Week Mode settings, simply press and hold either the AL1 or AL2 setting buttons. The display will change from correct time to flashing wake up time Press the AL1 (AL2) setting button to display the Alarm Week Mode currently selected.
Press the AL1 or AL2 setting button to return to correct time.

Listening To The Radio

1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the radio 'On'. The frequency of the tuning frequency will show for a few seconds on the display.
2. Set the band by pressing the BAND button to AM or FM as desired, it toggles each time you press the BAND button.
3. Set the VOLUME by pressing VOL+ or VOL- to a level that is neither too high nor too inaudible.
4. Select your desired station with the TUNING control
   1. Press TUNE- or TUNE+ slightly, the receiving frequency will increment or decrement by one step.
   2. Press and hold TUNE- or TUNE+ for one second then release, Auto Station Seeking will be engaged, the receiving frequency will increment or decrement automatically until a station with acceptable reception is found.
5. Adjust the VOLUME control to the desired setting.
6. When you are finished listening, press the ON/OFF button to turn the radio 'Off'.

Storing and Recalling Radio Station Memory

When you have a few favorite radio stations to listen to, you may like to save them, and pick one out of them in a few seconds without needing to search it each time.
Our digital tuning technology allows you to do this easily by following the steps below.

Storing to the Memory

1. Make sure the radio is ON and the AM/FM band is selected.
2. Tune to the desired station by the TUNING control as described.
3. Press STO.,"P XX" blinks, indicating the memory location to store the currently listening station.
4. While "P XX" is blinking, press TUNE- or TUNE+ can change the memory location from1 through 10. For e.g., "P 03" means the current listening station is about to stored into the 3rd location of the memory.
5. After deciding the memory location, press STO. again, the currently listening station is stored.
6. The display will turn to the frequency of the stations afterwards, and after a few seconds, the correct time shows.

Recalling Station from the Memory

1. ) Make sure the radio is ON and the AM/FM band is selected.
2. ) Press MEM.,"P XX" shows on the display, and the station according to the memory location is tuned.
3. ) While "P XX" is showing on the display, press TUNE- or TUNE+ can change the memory location from 1 through 10, and the station stored in the location is tuned once the location is changed to.
4. ) The display will turn to the frequency of the stations afterwards, and after a few seconds, the correct time shows.

Antenna Information

AM - The AM bar antenna is inside the cabinet. If AM reception is weak, change the position of cabinet until the internal antenna picks up the strongest signal.

FM - The FM antenna is along wire located at the back. Extend this antenna wire fully and orient it for better FM reception.

Wake to RADIO

(1 or 2)

1. Press the AL1 (AL2) button repeatedly to turn the 1 or 2 Indicator On.
2. Press and hold the AL1 (AL2) button until the display blinks and changes from the current time to the Alarm1 or Alarm2 wake up time.
3. Release the AL1 (AL2) button, press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to adjust Hour press the AL1(AL2) again to confirm, then the Minutes will blink, press TUNE- or TUNE+ to adjust Minutes.
4. Press the AL1 (AL2) button again, press the VOL+ or VOL- button to adjust alarm volume (V01~V16) that will come on at wake up time.
5. Press the AL1 (AL2) button again, press the TUNE- or TUNE+ button to select alarm week mode (d1-7 everyday, d1-5 weekdays or d6-7 weekends only), if necessary.
6. Press the AL1 (AL2) button to save the alarm settings.
7. Press the AL1 (AL2) button repeatedly, if necessary, until 1 (2 ) indicator glows (alarm activated)
8. At the selected wake up time the radio will turn ON and has its radio volume gradually reaches its preset level. It will play for one hour and then shut OFF automatically.
9. To stop the radio sooner, press either the AL1 or AL2 button, or press the ON/OFF button. The radio will stop but the alarm remains set and will turn the radio ON again at the same time on the following day (depending on the Alarm Week Mode setting).
10. If you do not want the alarm to turn the radio ON the following day, quickly press and release the appropriate ALARM button until indicator light is OFF.

Wake To BUZZER

(1or )

NOTE: Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 have different buzzer sounds.

• Alarm 1 is a "Single beep" sound.
• Alarm 2 is a "Double beep" sound.

You will be able to tell which alarm is going off by the sound that it makes.

1. Reconfirm the wake up time and alarm mode settings for the alarm you are using, Alarm 1, Alarm 2, or both alarms,
2. Press AL1 or AL2 button slightly, and repeat doing so if necessary, until ALARM 1 1 "BUZZER" or ALARM 2 2 "BUZZER" indicator is lit on the display.
3. At the selected wake up time the buzzer will sound. It will continue for one hour and then shut off automatically,
   Note: Wake-to-buzzer alarm volume is fixed, cannot be adjusted.
4. To stop the buzzer sooner, press either the AL1 or AL2 button, or press the ON/OFF button. The buzzer will stop but the alarm remains set and will turn the buzzer on again at the same time on the following day (depending on the Alarm Mode setting).
5. If you do not want the alarm to turn the radio on the following day, quickly press and release the appropriate ALARM button until indicator light is OFF.

Radio And Buzzer Operation

You may also set one alarm for wake to RADIO and the other for wake to BUZZER. Just press the AL1 and AL2 buttons to the desired status as shown on the ALARM indicators.

Snooze/Repeat Alarm

After the alarm turns 'On' you can press the SNOOZE button on the top cabinet for a few extra minutes sleep. The corresponding ALARM indicator will flash. The alarm will stop for approximately 9 minutes and then comes 'On' again. The Snooze operation may be repeated several times if desired but after one hour the alarm will not come on again

Sleep To Music Timer

You can program the sleep timer to play the radio for up to 90 minutes and then shut 'Off' automatically.

1. Press the SLEEP button. The display will briefly show "10" and the radio will begin to play. After 10 minutes countdown the radio will shut off automatically. Each time you press the SLEEP button the sleep timer will start at 10 minutes. This is the sleep timer default setting.
   
2. To increase or decrease the amount of time that the radio will play before shutting off press the SLEEP button briefly to change the display to the desired sleep time, up to a maximum of "90" minutes.
   NOTE: When you change the sleep timer from the 10 minute default setting to a different setting, the new setting becomes the default setting. Whenever you activate the sleep timer it will begin with your new default setting and count down to zero from that point.
3. To cancel the sleep timer before it counts down to '00' and shut the radio 'Off' immediately, press the ON/OFF button once.

4-Level DIMMER Control

Press the SNOOZE / SLEEP / DIMMER Button while in Standby mode and select any of the four levels.

Changing The Lithium Battery

Like all batteries, eventually the builtin lithium battery will need to be replaced. A number of factors, such as, the length of time between the date the radio was manufactured and the date you plugged it in for the first time determine the amount of time before replacement. During this initial storage period, the lithium battery is supplying power to the SmartSet^® computer memory. Once you plug the radio in, your household outlet supplies the power, and the battery is not being used. Afresh lithium battery can supply power to the SmartSet^® computer for at least 3 years even if it is never connected to an AC power supply. If your clock radio was connected to your AC supply within a few months after it was manufactured, and you experience only the normal, nuisance type, short duration power interruptions, your battery may last for up to 5 years or even longer.

When the battery power drops below a certain level, the LOW BATT. indicator will 'Flash'. When you see this indicator, you should change the battery as soon as it is convenient for you to do so. To change the battery proceed as follows:

1. Purchase a replacement 3V lithium battery wherever batteries are sold. The battery type is CR2032 or equivalent.
2. Remove the battery from its package so itis ready to install.
   
   Leave the AC adapter connected to your AC outlet. This will provide power to the SmartSet® computer memory while the original lithium battery is removed.
3. Turn the radio rear up and use a small screw driver to remove the screw securing the battery holder to the cabinet.
4. Remove the original battery from the holder and insert the new battery into the holder the same way, observing the positive (+) direction. Slide the holder with the new battery back into the slot in the cabinet.
   BE CAREFUL NOT TO LOSE THIS SMALL SCREW!
5. Replace the screw that secures the battery holder in the cabinet.
   
6. Turn the radio right side up and confirm that the LOW BATT indicator is 'Off'.
7. Save these instructions. You'll have to do this again five to eight years from Now!

DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

Resetting The Clock After A Total Memory Loss

If you do not change the built in lithium battery within a reasonable period of time after you see the warning indicator, the lithium battery may become exhausted and will no longer be able to supply back up power to the SmartSet^® internal computer. If the unit is disconnected from the AC outlet after the battery is exhausted or if a power interruption occurs, the SmartSet^® memory will be lost and the clock will need to be reset when the power is restored.
Be sure to install a fresh lithium battery before you reset the clock, otherwise the clock will need to be reset each time the powers interrupted

If the lithium battery is exhausted and you experience an interruption in the AC power supply, the clock will reset itself to its initial default setting when the power is restored.
The initial default setting is "12:00 AM, Saturaday, January 1st (1. 1), 2022",
If you notice that the time on your SmartSet®clock radio is completely incorrect, and the DAY OF WEEK indicator is also wrong, press the CLOCK SET button to see the date.

If the date display is showing "1. 1" (January 1st), you probably experienced a total memory loss.

To reset the clock after a total memory loss, proceed as follows:

1. Follow the instructions on previous page to install anew CR2032 lithium battery in the battery compartment.
2. Connect the radio to your AC outlet and let the clock set itself.
3. Follow the instructions on sections Setting the Year/Date/Time to set the clock to the correct year, date and time
4. The DAY OF WEEK indicator will change automatically as you adjust the Month/Date settings. Press the CLOCK SET button repeatedly to check the year, date and time.
5. Be sure to confirm that you have set the time correctly to 'AM' or PM" by observing the AM indicator. Make final adjustment if necessary.

The SmartSet^® clock memory is now reset and the new lithium battery will maintain it for the next 3 to 5 years, depending on the number and duration of the power outages you experience.

After resetting the clock, don't forget to reset your wake up times and alarm mode settings, and sleep timer settings as well.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care Of Cabinets

If the cabinet becomes dusty, wipe it with a soft cloth. If the cabinet become: smudged or dirty, clean it with a soft, slightly dampened cloth.
Never allow water or any liquid to get inside the cabinet. Never use any abrasive cleaners or cleaning pads as these will damage the finish of your radio.

Lithium Battery Precautions

• Dispose of the old battery properly. Do not leave it lying around where a young child or pet could play with, or swallow it. If the battery is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
• Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge it or disassemble it. Do not dispose of the old battery in a fire.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT CONNECT TO MAINS POWER SUPPLY WHILE GRILLE IS REMOVED.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOOK
DO NOT OPEN

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOOK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK), NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

This is CLAS II apparatus with double insulation, and no protective earth provided.

The Caution Marking and Rating plate are located at the bottom enclosure of the apparatus.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
15. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
16. Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
17. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

• minimum distances 10 cm around the apparatus for sufficient ventilations.
• the ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains etc.
• no naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus.
• attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
• the use of apparatus in tropical and/or moderate climates.

Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

Important Notes

• Avoid installing this unit in places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as: electric heaters, on top of other stereo equipment that radiates heat, places lacking ventilation, dusty areas, places subject to constant vibration and/or humid or moist areas.
• Operate controls and switches as described in the manual.
• Before turning on the power, make certain that the AC adapter is properly installed.
• When moving the set, be sure to first disconnect the AC adapter.

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Documents / Resources

References

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