User manual LA CROSS TECHNOLOGY WT-3181BZ

[. . . ] If multiple buttons are pressed, the clock will set to the time zone selected last. If no time zone is selected the clock will default to Pacific Time. If you live in an area that does not recognize DST (Arizona and Indiana) you must press the (unmarked) DST button for one second to deactivate your clock's DST program. For time zones outside of PT, MT, CT or ET you must manually set the time using the Manual Time set button on the back of the movement. [. . . ] Windows facing Colorado provide the best signal. For outdoor locations, try to select a location sheltered from direct sunlight and rain, preferably under a roof or porch area, and facing Colorado for better reception of the WWVB signal. Note: · · To manually adjust the sensors, gently turn the corresponding knobs located at the back of the clock until required data has been reached. Calibration knob for thermometer Calibration knob for hygrometer Do not submerge clock in water. Extreme temperatures, vibration, and shock should be avoided to prevent damage to the clock. The WWVB time signal will easily penetrate masonry and wood framed buildings. The WWVB signal will penetrate almost every residential building and most steel buildings if they have adequate windows. It is not possible, however, for the WWVB signal to penetrate most indoor shopping malls and rooms in the center of large office buildings that do not have windows. In buildings that WWVB cannot penetrate you may set the time using the manual time set button. When the clock receives the WWVB signal it will automatically set the hands to the exact time. La Crosse Technology atomic clocks do not receive or process radio controlled time signals from Germany's DCF 77, Japan's J Ga AS, or England's MSFs atomically regulated transmitters. La Crosse Technology atomic clocks can be manually set and used anywhere. For more information on the NIST and radio controlled time, see www. boulder. nist. gov/timefreq/ SET THE TIME USING THE MANUAL TIME SET BUTTON Humidity display in % Outer ring displays temperature in degree Fahrenheit Inner ring displays temperature in degree Celsius TROUBLESHOOTING The wonderful advantage of owning a La Crosse Technology atomic clock is that it is virtually trouble free. If the clock receives a clear signal it will set itself perfectly. If it does not receive a signal consider the following: The La Crosse Technology atomic clock must have a fresh battery to receive and process the time signal. Location - Try a different location, ideally near a window. It should be at least six feet from computers, TVs, air conditioners, other atomic clocks and other electrical appliances that cause interference. Weather - Electrical storms between you and Colorado during the night will interfere with the WWVB signal. Reception - The clock seems to "take off" for no reason and then stopping at the same time. It is not uncommon for the clock to make a "correction", sometimes daily. This happens if the clock gets ahead of itself by a fraction of a second. To correct this the clock will advance a complete rotation the next time it receives a signal. Battery - In some cases, the La Crosse Technology atomic clock may not receive the WWVB signal due to atmospheric disturbances or hard to reach locations such as inside shopping malls. In this case, please use the Manual Time Set button, located at the back of the clock to manually set the time. To do this: MANUAL TIME SET DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME The National Institute of Standards and Technology and WWVB encode a special DST "bit" in the WWVB transmission for DST. [. . . ] All replaced parts and products become the property of La Crosse Technology, Ltd and must be returned to La Crosse Technology, Ltd. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay all expenses for labor and materials for all repairs covered by this warranty. La Crosse, WI 54601 Phone: 608. 782. 1610 Fax: 608. 796. 1020 All rights reserved. [. . . ]