La Crosse Technology WS 6002U User Manual

WS-6002U  
Atomic Clock  
Instruction Manual  
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INVENTORY OF CONTENTS  
1) WS-6002U  
2) Instruction manual and warranty card.  
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT (not included)  
1) Two fresh 1.5V AA batteries.  
2) Three wall-hanging screws.  
3) Appropriate screwdriver for screws.  
ABOUT WWVB (Radio Controlled Time)  
The NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology—Time  
and Frequency Division) WWVB radio station is located in Ft.  
Collins, Colorado, and transmits the exact time signal continuously  
throughout the United States at 60 kHz. The signal can be  
received up to 2, 000 miles away through the internal antenna in  
the Atomic Clock. However, due to the nature of the Earth’s  
Ionosphere, reception is very limited during daylight hours. The  
Atomic Clock will search for a signal every night when reception  
is best. The WWVB radio station derives its signal from the NIST  
Atomic clock in Boulder, Colorado. A team of atomic physicists is  
continually measuring every second, of every day, to an accuracy  
of ten billionths of a second per day. These physicists have created  
an international standard, measuring a second as 9,192,631,770  
vibrations of a Cesium-133 atom in a vacuum. This Atomic Clock  
regulates the WWVB transmitter.  
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QUICK SET-UP GUIDE  
1) Insert two AA batteries into the Atomic Clock.  
2) Wait 15 minutes for WWVB reception.  
3) If there is no WWVB reception, manually set the time and date  
(instructions in the Program Mode).  
4) Program the settings.  
5) Mount the WS-6002U in a suitable location, where WWVB  
signals can be received.  
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DETAILED SET-UP GUIDE  
I) BATTERY INSTALLATION  
Note: To avoid start-up problems make sure that the batteries  
do not spring free.  
Battery Compartment  
SET  
Battery Cover  
A) ATOMIC CLOCK  
1) Remove the battery cover, located on the backside of the  
function buttons.  
2) Observe the correct polarity, and install 2 AA batteries.  
3) Replace the battery cover.  
Note: After the batteries have been installed all the LCD’s  
(Liquid Crystal Display) will briefly light up. Then the indoor  
temperature, the date as “1/ 1” and the weekday as “MON”  
will be displayed. Also, the time will appear as “-:--” for  
approximately 1 minute. Then the WWVB search is  
automatically initiated, and a tower icon appears and flashes  
with the time colon (no tower icon will appear if the WWVB is  
too weak to be detected). While the WWVB search is being  
conducted various numbers will appear in the time display.  
The numbers “0”, “1”, or “8” will appear in the hour position  
and the seconds will appear in the minute display. The Atomic  
Clock will either display the WWVB time, or discontinue the  
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search after 10 minutes if the time is not found. When the  
search is cancelled “-:--”will appear in the time LCD. The  
Atomic Clock will conduct a WWVB search every hour until the  
first signal is found. Once the WWVB time is found, a search is  
automatically conducted nightly at midnight. If the signal is  
found at midnight, the tower icon will remain, if not, another  
search will take place every hour (up to 6:00 am) until the  
signal is found successfully. If no signal is found during this  
period, the tower icon will not appear and the clock will search  
again at 12:00 am the next night.  
WWVB Tower Icon  
Indoor  
Temperature  
Weekday  
Month/Date  
PROGRAM MODE  
To enter the Program Mode hold down the “SET” button for 2  
seconds, until “-5EST” flashes in the Date LCD. The Program  
Mode is laid out in a manner that allows you to program each  
function separately, or you can follow the instructions entirely to  
program the Atomic Clock. Complete programming is usually  
done for the initial set-up, and will require you to skip step 1 of  
programming sections III through VIII. Wait approximately 15  
seconds for the Atomic Clock to automatically return to normal  
operation.  
I) FUNCTION BUTTONS  
There are 2 function buttons located on the backside of the  
Atomic Clock. The function buttons are labeled: SET and +.  
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II) TIME ZONE SETTING  
1) Hold down the “SET” button for 2 seconds, the default setting  
“-5EST” will flash in the Date LCD.  
2) Press and release the “+” button to select the appropriate time  
zone. There are 13 time zones to choose from:  
-5EST  
-6CST  
-7MST  
-8PST  
-9ALA  
-10HAW  
-11  
Eastern Time (default setting)  
Central Time  
Mountain Time  
Pacific Time  
Alaskan Time  
Hawaiian Time  
-12  
GMT  
-1  
Greenwich Mean Time  
-2  
-3  
-4ATL  
Atlantic Time  
3) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the time zone  
setting, and to advance to DST (Daylight saving time) setting.  
III) DST (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME) SETTING  
Note: The DST default is “On”, meaning that the WWVB will  
automatically change the time according to Daylight Saving  
Time in the spring and fall. For areas that do not recognize  
DST changes (Arizona and parts of Indiana) turn the DST  
“OFF”.  
1) Hold down the “SET” button for 2 seconds (the selected time  
zone will flash), press the “SET” button once more until “On”  
flashes in the time LCD and “DST” flashes where the Weekday  
normally appears.  
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2) Press and release the “+” button to turn the DST off, as will be  
indicated by the display of “OFF” in the time LCD.  
3) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the DST setting,  
and to advance to select the language for the weekday.  
IV)LANGUAGE SELECTION FOR THE WEEKDAY  
1) Hold down the “SET” button for 2 seconds (the selected time  
zone will flash), press the “SET” button 2 more times, until the  
default language “US” flashes in the time LCD.  
2) Press and release the “+” button to toggle through and to select  
the desired language. There are 3 languages to select from:  
US  
F
E
English  
French  
Spanish  
3) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the language  
setting, and to advance to manually set the time.  
V) TIME SETTING  
Note: When the WWVB signal is found, that time will over-ride  
the manually set time.  
1) Hold down the “SET” button for 2 seconds (the selected time  
zone will flash), press the “SET” button 3 more times, until the  
hour “12:00” flashes in the time LCD.  
2) Press and release the “+” button to select the hour.  
Note: when setting the hour, “PM” will appear to the left of  
the hour display, if it is AM nothing will be displayed.  
3) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the hour setting,  
and to shift to select the minutes.  
4) Press and release the “+” button to select the minutes.  
5) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the time setting,  
and to advance to manually set the calendar.  
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VI)CALENDAR SETTING  
Note: When the WWVB signal is found, that date will over-ride  
the manually set date.  
1) Hold down the “SET” button for 2 seconds (the selected time  
zone will flash), press the “SET” button 5 more times, until the  
default year “00” flashes in the date LCD.  
2) Press and release the “+” button to select the year.  
3) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the year, and to  
set the month.  
4) The default month “1” will flash. Press and release the “+”  
button to select the appropriate month.  
5) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the month, and  
to set the date.  
6) The default date “1” will flash. Press and release the “+”  
button to select the appropriate date.  
7) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the date, and to  
set the weekday.  
8) The default weekday “MON” (depends on selected language)  
will flash. Press and release the “+” button to select the  
appropriate weekday.  
9) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the calendar  
settings, and to advance to select either 12 or 24-hour time  
display.  
VII) 12/24-HOUR SETTING  
1) Hold down the “SET” button for 2 seconds (the selected time  
zone will flash), press the “SET” button 9 more times, until the  
“12” hour time display flashes in the time LCD.  
2) Press and release the “+” button to toggle between 12 and 24  
hour time.  
3) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the 12/24-hour  
time display, and to advance to select either °F or °C.  
Note: The “24 hour time” option is not recommended. The  
LCD display will not show the first digit “2”.  
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VIII) SELECTING °F OR °C  
1) Hold down the “SET” button for 2 seconds (the selected time  
zone will flash), press the “SET” button 10 more times, until  
the default “°F” flashes in the time LCD.  
2) Press and release the “+” button to toggle between °F and °C.  
3) Press and release the “SET” button to confirm the °F or °C  
selection, and exit the Program Mode.  
FEATURES & OPERATIONS  
I) CHANGING DISPLAY MODE (DAY, SECONDS, AND  
TEMPERATURE)  
There are three possible display modes to view the day,  
seconds, and temperature. The month & date/ weekday/ indoor  
temperature is the default.  
To change the display:  
1) Press and release the “+” button. The display should now  
show the month & date/ weekday/ seconds.  
2) Press and release the “+” button a second time and the  
display will now show the month & date/ seconds/ indoor  
temperature.  
3) Press and release the “+” button a third time and the display  
will return to the normal display.  
II) INDOOR TEMPERATURE  
The Indoor Temperature appears on the right side of the Date  
LCD. The temperature is checked every 10 seconds, and  
updated whenever there is a change.  
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MOUNTING  
Hanging  
Holes  
Function  
Buttons  
SET  
Foldout Table  
Stand  
There are two possible ways to mount the atomic clock:  
use of the foldout table stand, or  
wall mounting.  
I) FOLDOUT TABLE STAND  
The foldout table stand leg is located on the backside of the atomic  
clock. The hinge is towards the center of the atomic clock, and the  
end (with no hinge) needs to be folded in towards the center. Once  
the foldout table stand is extended, place the atomic clock in an  
appropriate location.  
II) WALL MOUNTING  
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1) Using a straightedge, horizontally space at 3-15/16 of an inch  
(100.58mm) three screw positions on a wall.  
2) Install three mounting screws (not included) into a wall within  
transmission range—leaving approximately 3/16 of an inch  
(5mm) extended from the wall.  
3) Place the Atomic Clock onto the screws, using the hanging  
holes on the backside. Gently pull the Atomic Clock down to  
lock the screws into place.  
MAINTENANCE & CARE  
Extreme temperatures, vibrations, and shock should be avoided  
to prevent damage to the units.  
Clean displays and units with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use  
solvents or scouring agents—they may mark and damage the  
displays and casings.  
Do not submerge in water.  
Immediately remove all low powered batteries to avoid leakage  
and damage. Replace with new batteries only, and of  
recommended size.  
Opening the casings invalidates the warranty. Do not try to  
repair the units. Contact La Crosse Technology for Repairs.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Problem: The LCD is faint.  
Solution: 1) Replace the batteries.  
Problem: “OFL” appears in the LCD.  
Solution: 1) Move unit to an area with warmer or cooler  
surrounding temperature. Current surrounding  
temperatures are outside measuring range.  
Problem: No reception of WWVB signal.  
Solution: 1) It may help reception to face the front of the  
Atomic Clock in the general direction of Ft.  
Collins, Colorado.  
2) Wait overnight for signal.  
3) Be sure the Atomic Clock is at least 6 feet  
from any electrical devices, i.e. TV sets,  
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computers, or other radio controlled clocks.  
4) Remove batteries for five minutes, reinsert  
and leave the unit alone overnight without  
pressing buttons.  
5) If problems persist contact La Crosse  
Technology.  
Problem: Hour is incorrect (minute and date are correct).  
Solution: 1) Be sure correct time zone and daylight  
saving time are selected.  
Note: For any questions not answered, contact La Crosse  
Technology with the contact information found at the end of this  
instructional manual.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Temperature:  
Measuring  
range:  
Outside  
32°F to 122°F with 0.2°F resolution  
(0°C to 50°C with 0.1°C resolution)  
“OFL” will be displayed  
range:  
Checking  
intervals:  
Power source:  
Every 10 seconds  
Battery type: 2 x AA, IEC LR6, 1.5V (Alkaline)  
Battery life:  
Dimensions  
Approximately 12 months  
8.3 x 1.2 x 8.4 in  
(L x W x H): (211.8 x 30.5 x 214.4mm)  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
La Crosse Technology, Ltd provides a 1-year limited warranty on this product against  
manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.  
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, is valid only on products  
purchased and used in North America and only to the original purchaser of this product.  
To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact La Crosse Technology, Ltd for  
problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed  
by a La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. The original dated bill of sale  
must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to La Crosse Technology, Ltd or La  
Crosse Technology, Ltd’s authorized service center.  
La Crosse Technology, Ltd will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no  
charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be  
defective during the limited warranty period specified above. 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. If necessary  
repairs are not covered by this warranty, or if a product is examined which is not in need  
or repair, you will be charged for the repairs or examination. The owner must pay any  
shipping charges incurred in getting your La Crosse Technology, Ltd product to a La  
Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center. La Crosse Technology, Ltd will pay  
reasonable return shipping charges to the owner of the product.  
Your La Crosse Technology, Ltd warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship with the  
following specified exceptions: (1) damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect  
(including the lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance); (2) damage occurring during shipment  
(claims must be presented to the carrier); (3) damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or  
decorative surface; (4) damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your  
owner’s manual; (5) damage resulting from the performance of repairs or alterations by someone  
other than an authorized La Crosse Technology, Ltd authorized service center; (6) units used for  
other than home use (7) applications and uses that this product was not intended or (8) the products  
inability to receive a signal due to any source of interference.. This warranty covers only actual  
defects within the product itself, and does not cover the cost of installation or removal from a fixed  
installation, normal set-up or adjustments, claims based on misrepresentation by the seller or  
performance variations resulting from installation-related circumstances.  
LA CROSSE TECHNOLOGY, LTD WILL NOT ASSUME LIABILITY FOR  
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES  
ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OR MALFUNCTION OF THIS PRODUCT.  
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES OR FOR  
PUBLIC INFORMATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT A TOY. KEEP OUT OF  
CHILDREN’S REACH.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights specific to  
your State. Some States do no allow the exclusion of consequential or incidental  
damages therefore the above exclusion of limitation may not apply to you.  
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For warranty work, technical support, or information contact:  
La Crosse Technology, Ltd  
190 Main Street  
La Crescent, MN 55947  
Phone: 507.895.7095  
Fax: 507.895.2820  
e-mail:  
(warranty work)  
(information on other products)  
web:  
All rights reserved. This handbook must not be reproduced in any form, even in excerpts,  
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written permission of the publisher.  
This handbook may contain mistakes and printing errors. The information in this  
handbook is regularly checked and corrections made in the next issue. We accept no  
liability for technical mistakes or printing errors, or their consequences.  
All trademarks and patents are acknowledged.  
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