Instruction Manual
KC93E
Alarm Clock Radio
GB
Content
SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT.........4
Battery Safety Guidelines ................................................................5
Safety Warnings............................................................................6
Unpacking.....................................................................................8
Product Overview.........................................................................9
Top View ...................................................................................................... 9
Rear View...................................................................................................10
Bottom View.............................................................................................10
Power Source ............................................................................. 11
Mains Power.............................................................................................11
Battery Power ..........................................................................................12
General Operation..................................................................... 13
Setting the Clock ....................................................................................13
Setting the Alarm ...................................................................................13
Snooze Function.....................................................................................14
Sleep Timer Setting ...............................................................................14
Adjusting the Volume...........................................................................14
Radio Operation ........................................................................ 15
For Better Reception .............................................................................15
Maintenance .............................................................................. 16
Hints and Tips............................................................................. 16
Specications............................................................................. 17
SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety
standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the
best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains adapter, extension
leads and inter-connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly
made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch o and
withdraw the mains adapter before making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or
safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DO route the mains lead so that it is not likely to be walked on, crushed, chafed, or
subjected to excessive wear and tear or heat.
DON’T remove any xed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and
shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects
lled with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.
DON'T place hot objects or naked ame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights
on, or close to equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to res.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER x legs with wood screws - to ensure complete
safety always t the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the xings
provided according to the instructions.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted
from the requirements of trac safety.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage
your hearing.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specically
stated that is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode.
Switch o using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family
knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for inrm or
handicapped people.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working
normally, or if it is damaged in any way – switch o, withdraw the mains adapter
and consult your dealer.
ABOVE ALL
– NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any
other opening in the case – this could result in a fatal electric shock;
– NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind; it is better
to be safe than sorry!
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BATTERY
SAFETY
GUIDELINES
ALWAYS ALWAYS
ALWAYS ALWAYS NEVER
NEVER ALWAYS ALWAYS
ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS
Used correctly, domestic batteries are a safe and dependable source of
portable power. Problems can occur if they are misused or abused – resulting
in leakage or, in extreme cases, re or explosion.
Here are some simple guidelines to safe battery use designed to eliminate any
such problems.
Take care to t your batteries correctly,
observing the plus and minus marks
on the battery and appliance. Incorrect
tting can cause leakage or, in extreme
cases, re or even an explosion.
Remove dead batteries from
equipment and all batteries from
equipment you know you are not
going to use for a long time. Otherwise
the batteries may leak and cause
damage.
Make sure battery compartments
are secure.
Supervise children if they are replacing
batteries themselves in order to ensure
these guidelines are followed.
Store unused batteries in their
packaging and away from metal
objects which may cause a short-
circuit resulting in leakage or, in
extreme cases, re or even an
explosion.
Keep loose button cells away from
young children.
Never attempt to recharge ordinary
batteries, either in a charger or by
applying heat to them. They may leak,
cause re or even explode. There are
special rechargeable batteries which
are clearly marked as such.
Replace the whole set of batteries
at one time, taking care not to mix
old and new batteries or batteries of
dierent types, since this can result
in leakage or, in extreme cases, re or
even an explosion.
Never dispose of batteries in re
as this can cause them to explode.
Please recycle dead batteries; do not
put with the normal household waste.
Seek medical advice if you believe a
cell has been swallowed.
Remember that small button cell
batteries such as used in some
hearing aids, toys, games and other
appliances, are easily swallowed
by young children and this can be
dangerous.
t Read all the instructions carefully
before using the unit and keep them
for future reference.
t Retain the manual. If you pass the
unit onto a third party make sure to
include this manual.
t Check that the voltage marked on
the rating label matches your mains
voltage.
Damage
t Please inspect the unit for damage
after unpacking.
t Do not continue to operate the unit if
you are in any doubt about it working
normally, or if it is damaged in any
way - switch o, withdraw the mains
adapter and consult your dealer.
Location of Unit
t The unit must be placed on a at
stable surface and should not be
subjected to vibrations.
t Do not place the unit on sloped or
unstable surfaces as the unit may fall
o or tip over.
t The mains socket must be located
near the unit and should be easily
accessible.
Temperature
t Avoid extreme degrees of
temperature, either hot or cold. Place
the unit well away from heat sources
such as radiators or gas/electric res.
t Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and
other sources of heat.
Naked Flames
t Never place any type of candle or
naked ame on the top of or near
the unit.
Moisture
t To reduce the risk of re, electric shock
or product damage, do not expose
this unit to rain, moisture, dripping
or splashing. No objects lled with
liquids, such as vases, should be
placed on the unit.
t If you spill any liquid into the unit, it
can cause serious damage. Switch
it o at the mains immediately.
Withdraw the mains adapter and
consult your dealer.
Ventilation
t To prevent the risk of electric shock or
re hazard due to overheating, ensure
that curtains and other materials do
not obstruct the ventilation vents.
t Do not install or place this unit in
a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in
another conned space. Ensure the
unit is well ventilated.
Safety
t Always disconnect the unit from the
mains supply before connecting/
disconnecting other devices or
moving the unit.
t Unplug the unit from the mains
socket before a lightning storm.
Mains Cable
t Make sure the unit or unit stand is not
resting on top of the mains cable, as
the weight of the unit may damage
the mains cable and create a safety
hazard.
t If the mains cable is damaged it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent, or similarly qualied
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Safety Warnings
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Interference
t Do not place the unit on or near
appliances which may cause
electromagnetic interference. If
you do, it may adversely aect the
operating performance of the unit,
and cause a distorted picture or
sound.
Batteries
t Keep loose batteries away from young
children and make sure that the
battery holder tray is secure in the
remote control. Seek medical advice if
you believe a cell has been swallowed.
t Please dispose of batteries correctly
by following the guidance in this
manual.
Supervision
t Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with
the unit.
t Never let anyone especially children
push anything into the holes, slots or
any other openings in the case - this
could result in a fatal electric shock.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning ash with
arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the unit’s
enclosure that may be of
sucient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the manual
accompanying the unit.
Service
t To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not remove screws. The unit does not
contain any user-serviceable parts.
Please leave all maintenance work to
qualied personnel.
t Do not open any xed covers as this
may expose dangerous voltages.
Maintenance
t Ensure to unplug the unit from the
power supply before cleaning.
t Do not use any type of abrasive pad
or abrasive cleaning solutions as these
may damage the unit’s surface.
t Do not use liquids to clean the unit.
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Unpacking
Remove all packaging from the unit. Retain the packaging. If you
dispose of it please do so according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
Mains Adapter
(P.N.: C100-352375-720EH)
Instruction Manual
(P.N.: C570-4207H2-01A10)
The Main Unit
Thank you for purchasing your new Hitachi Alarm Clock
Radio.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this
instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the
operational features it oers. You will also nd some hints
and tips to help you resolve any issues.
Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep
this instruction manual for future reference.
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FM
MHz
AM
K
Hz
SNOOZE
Product Overview
Top View
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4
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1. AM/FM Selector
2. Function Selector
3. VOLUME Control
4. TUNING Control
5. Radio Frequency Display
6. time Button
7. alarm Button
8. ALARM Indicator
9. PM Indicator
10. LED Display
11. SNOOZE Button
12. Hour
H
Button
13. Minute
M
Button
14. sleep Button
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Rear View
Bottom View
1. Battery Compartment
1. Mains Adapter Socket 2. FM Aerial
AC~7.5V
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1. This unit operates with a mains adapter (included).
2. Connecting the unit to any other power source may cause
damage to the unit. Unwind the mains adapter to its full
length. Connect the mains adapter to the DC socket on the
side of the unit and a mains socket. Make sure the mains
adapter is fully inserted into the mains socket. The unit is
now connected and ready to use.
3. To switch the unit o completely, withdraw the mains
adapter from the mains socket.
Power Source
Mains Power
Before use, make sure that the rated voltage of the
mains adapter matches your local voltage.
To completely disconnect the unit from the mains power, the mains
adapter must be disconnected from the mains socket. Pease ensure
that the mains socket is readily accessible.
AC~7.5V
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Battery Power
1. Slide the back cover to open the battery
compartment.
2. Insert one 9V battery (6LR61). Make sure to
match the (+) and (–) ends of the batteries
with the (+) and (–) ends indicated in the
battery compartment.
3. Close the battery compartment cover.
Handling the Batteries
t Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or
battery leakage, which could cause personal injury or damage
to property.
t Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and –)
indications in the battery compartment.
t Use only the types of the batteries which are indicated in this
manual.
t Do not install new batteries with used ones and do not mix
dierent types of batteries.
t Do not dispose of the used batteries as domestic waste.
Dispose of them in accordance with local regulations.
9V BATTERY
9V BATTERY
This battery is only for clock operation and alarm memory
during power interruption. You cannot listen to the radio
with only battery power.
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General Operation
Setting the Clock
To adjust the time manually, press and hold the time button
on the top of the radio. At the same time press the
H
/
M
buttons
repeatedly to adjust the time hour/minute digits. Alternatively
press and hold the
H
/
M
buttons to forward the time hour/minute
digits. Release the time button to conrm.
Setting the Alarm
1. Press and hold the alarm button on the
top of the radio. At the same time press
the
H
/
M
buttons repeatedly to adjust the
time hour/minute digits. Alternatively
press and hold the
H
/
M
buttons to forward
the time hour/minute digits. The alarm
time will be conrmed when you release
the button.
2. For Radio Alarm
First tune in to a desired station (see Radio
Operation) and then adjust the volume
and adjust the Function selector to the
RADIO position. The ALARM indicator will
show on the display.
For Buzzer Alarm
Adjust the Function selector to the BUZZ
position. The ALARM indicator will show
on the display.
t After setting the alarm, you can press and hold
the alarm button to view the alarm time.
t Adjust the volume before hand when you use
the Radio Alarm.
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3. The ALARM indicator will illuminate. The
unit will wake up to “Radio” or “Buzzer”
when the alarm timer reaches the preset
time and then shut o automatically after
1 hour.
To Disable the Alarm
Adjust the FUNCTION selector to the
OFF position. The ALARM indicator will
disappear.
Snooze Function
Press the SNOOZE button when the alarm sounds. The alarm will
go o and will then sound again in approximately 9 minutes.
To turn o the alarm, press the alarm button when the alarm
sounds. Snooze Function will stop after 1 hour. The alarm function
will still be active the next day.
Sleep Timer Setting
This function automatically switches the unit to standby after the
preset time has elapsed.
t Adjust the FUNCTION selector to the OFF/RADIO/BUZZ
position. Press and hold the sleep button, at the same time
press the
H
button to set the sleep time to 1 hour 59 minutes
or the
M
button to adjust the sleep time minute digit. The sleep
timer will be conrmed when you released the buttons. The
time begins to count down from the preset time. (Maximum
time span of the sleep timer is 1 hour 59 minutes).
t Press the sleep button to reset the sleep time to 59 minutes.
t Press the SNOOZE button to turn o the sleep timer.
Adjusting the Volume
Adjust the sound with the VOLUME control.
VOLUME
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2. Adjust the AM/FM selector to the desired
band (AM/FM).
3. Turn the TUNING control to tune in to a
station.
Radio Operation
1. Adjust the FUNCTION selector to the ON
position.
TUNING
For Better Reception
FM: Fully unwind the FM aerial. Extend the FM aerial and place it
in the position that sounds best.
AM: Reposition the unit to get better AM reception.
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Maintenance
Hints and Tips
If a problem does occur, it may often be due to something very
minor. The following table contains various tips.
Problem Cause / Solution
Poor FM
reception
t Make sure the FM aerial wire is fully extended.
t Electrical interference in your home can cause
poor reception. Move the unit away from them.
Poor AM
reception
Rotate the unit horizontally or reposition the unit
until the best reception is found.
Clock does
not show the
correct time.
There has been an electrical power interruption
and the backup battery is exhausted.
Check that the mains adapter is plugged in to the
mains socket and the unit.
Alarm does
not come on
at the preset
time
To turn on the RADIO or BUZZ alarm, check the
following points:
t Is the current time correctly set on the time
display? Check the ALARM indicator.
t Is the alarm time correctly set?
t Check the volume level for Radio alarm.
t To clean the unit, wipe the case with a slightly moist, lint-free
cloth.
t Do not use any cleaning uids containing alcohol, ammonia or
abrasives.
t Do not spray an aerosol at or near the unit.
Ensure to unplug the unit from the mains socket before cleaning.
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Specications
System Section
Model KC93E
Unit Input
AC 7.5V 400mA
For the clock and alarm memory
power backup function: 9V battery
(6LR61) (not included).
Mains Adapter Input 230V ~50Hz
AM Frequency Range 530 - 1600 KHz
FM Frequency Range 87.5 - 108 MHz
Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
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Notes for battery disposal
The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment.
To preserve our environment, dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or
regulations. Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you
purchased the product.
The above mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including
any spent or discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the
return and collection systems available. If the batteries or accumulators
included with this equipment display the chemical symbol Hg, Cd ir Pb, then
it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more than 0.0005%
Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium or more than, 0.004% Lead.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and all rights are acknowledged.
In the unlikely event of a problem developing, please contact the store where you
purchased your equipment.
We continually strive to improve our products; specications may change without prior
notice.
For advice on where to purchase accessories, please contact the store where you purchased
your equipment.
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