CP280 - Alarm Clock THOMSON - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Clock radio
Brand	THOMSON
Model	CP280
Power supply	Mains adapter 100-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz, output 4 V = 350 mA; backup battery CR2025 3 V
Frequency range	FM 87.5 – 108 MHz
Display	LCD screen with backlight and adjustable time projector
Main functions	FM radio, 2 independent alarms, sleep function, alarm repeat (snooze), time projector, 20 station presets, RDS, brightness adjustment
Alarm modes	Beep, radio, 4 nature sounds (waves, stream, frog, bird song)
Projector	Time projection on wall or ceiling; can be rotated and inverted
Presets	Up to 20 stations in auto or manual mode
Settings	Time, alarm, volume, screen brightness, auto station search
Maintenance and cleaning	Unplug before cleaning; use a slightly damp cloth, no abrasive products
Safety	Do not expose to moisture, do not block ventilation openings, do not place heavy objects or liquids on the device
Backup battery	CR2025 3V, user replaceable
Dimensions (estimated)	Approximately 150 x 75 x 100 mm (not provided)

Frequently Asked Questions - CP280 THOMSON

How to set the time on the THOMSON CP280 clock radio?

Make sure the radio is off. Press and hold the MEMORY button (1) until the display 0:00 flashes. Use HOUR (3) to set the hours and MINUTE (5) for the minutes. Press MEMORY again to confirm.

How to set an alarm on the CP280?

Press the 1 or 2 button (depending on the desired alarm) for 2 seconds. The time flashes, set the hours with HOUR and minutes with MINUTE. Press 1 or 2 again to confirm. Then activate the alarm by pressing the same button until the corresponding symbol appears.

How to use the snooze function?

When the alarm sounds, press the SNOOZE button (17) to temporarily stop it. The alarm will sound again after 9 minutes. The alarm symbols flash during this time.

How to turn on and adjust the time projector?

Press the 00:00 button (8) to turn on the projector. Rotate the projector (11) to adjust the display. Use ROTATE (10) to adjust the angle and INV (9) to invert the display if necessary.

How to automatically search for radio stations?

Turn on the radio with the SLEEP button (7). Press and hold the HOUR (3) or MINUTE (5) button for 2 seconds to start automatic search. The search stops when a station is received. Extend the wire antenna (15) for better reception.

How to memorize a radio station?

With the radio on, tune to the desired frequency. Press MEMORY (1): P01 flashes. Press MEMORY again to save. Repeat for other stations (up to 20). You can also use auto memory by pressing and holding PRESET/0 (1) for 2 seconds.

How to set the sleep function?

When the radio is on, press SLEEP (7) repeatedly to choose the duration: 120, 90, 60, 45, 30, 15, 10 or 5 minutes. The radio turns off automatically at the end of the timer.

What to do in case of power failure? Are the settings saved?

The clock radio has a backup battery (CR2025) that keeps the time and alarms during a power outage. If the battery is dead, the settings are lost. Replace the battery if necessary.

How to permanently disable an alarm?

Press the 1 or 2 button repeatedly until the alarm symbol disappears from the display. The alarm is then deactivated and will not sound.

How to reduce the screen brightness?

Press the PRESET/0 button (1) to gradually decrease the screen brightness. Each press reduces the brightness by one step.

USER MANUAL CP280 THOMSON

Carefully read the instructions of this manual, respecting recommendations for use and safety. Keep this document and tell potential users about it.

This appliance has been designed solely for domestic use; the manufacturer's liability shall not be engaged in the event of any professional use, any misuse or any use not complying with the operating instructions.

This symbol, representing a lightning bolt inside an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage in the product's enclosure that is high enough to present a risk of electrical shock.

This symbol, representing an exclamation mark inside an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation accompanying the product.

This symbol complies with the standards in force for this type of product.

Disposing of the appliance at the end of its life This appliance bears the WEEE mark (Waste of Electric and Electronic Equipment) signifying that, at the end of its life cycle, it should not be disposed of with household waste, but at a recycling centre.

The recycling of waste contributes to the conservation of our environment.

Disposing of batteries at the end of their life In order to respect the environment, do not throw used batteries out with household waste. Dispose of them at your nearest recycling centre or at a used battery collection point.

WARNING CONCERNING USE AND INSTALLATION

ATTENTION: To avoid all risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the appliance to rain or humidity. Therefore, the appliance should not be used near a water supply point or in a humid location (bathroom, swimming pool, sink, etc). ATTENTION: Never immerse the appliance in water or in any liquid whatsoever.

• Do not place any object containing water (e.g. vases, etc.) on the appliance.
• Do not place the appliance in full sunlight, close to heating equipment or any heat source, or in a location subject to excessive dust or mechanical shocks.
• Do not expose the appliance to extreme temperatures. The appliance is designed for use in moderate climates.
• Do not place any object that produces heat (candle, ash tray, etc.) close to the appliance.
• Place the appliance on a surface that is flat, rigid and stable.

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

• Do not install the appliance in an inclined position. It is designed to work solely in a horizontal position.
• Install the appliance in a location with sufficient ventilation to avoid internal overheating. Avoid restricted spaces such as bookcases, cabinets, etc.
• Do not obstruct the appliance's ventilation openings.
• Do not install the appliance on a soft surface, such as a carpet or blanket, that might block the ventilation openings.
• Do not place heavy objects on the appliance.
• This appliance is not a toy; do not allow children to use it unsupervised.
• Never let children insert foreign objects into the appliance.
• Due to the effect of electrostatic and/or fast electrical transient phenomena, the product may not operate properly and will need to be reset by the user.

MAINS VOLTAGE ADAPTER

• This appliance is designed to operate with the adapter supplied. If you replace the adapter, use one that has the same characteristics.
• The adapter should not be obstructed or should be readily accessible during use.
• If you need to use an extension cord, take all necessary precautions to ensure that no-one can trip over it or get tangled up in it.

• Do not plug in or unplug the adapter when your hands are not dry.

• To avoid all risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the appliance to rain or humidity. Therefore, the appliance should not be used near a water supply point or in a humid location.

INFORMATION ABOUT BATTERIES

• Only recommended batteries should be used.
• Polarity must be respected when inserting batteries.
• The batteries should be inserted in such a way as to avoid any short circuit.
• Do not recharge or try to open the batteries. Do not throw the batteries in the fire.
  If the liquid contained in the batteries comes in contact with eyes or skin, wash the area immediately and carefully with clear water and consult a doctor.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

ATTENTION: Danger of explosion if batteries are not inserted correctly.

DESCRIPTION OF THE COMMANDS

(see the description at the beginning of the manual)

1	PRESET/1	Research and automatic preset stations (20 stations max)/Reducing the screen brightness.
2	1	Setting the alarm time 1.
3	/ / / HOUR	Setting the frequencies - / Setting the hours.
4	/ / / MEMORY	Pressing for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate the RDS function.
5	/ / / MINUTE	Setting the frequencies + / Setting the minutes.
6	2	Setting the alarm time 2.
7	SLEEP	Radio ON/OFF/Sleep.
8	ON/OFF projector.
9	INV	Reverse projection.
10	ROTATE	Rotation of the projection.
11		Projector
12		LCD screen
13		Speaker
14	VOLUME -/+	Setting the volume -/Setting the volume+.
15		Wire aerial
16		POWER SUPPLY: connection plug for the mains voltage adapter
17	SNOOZE	Repeat alarm.
18		Battery compartment

USE

POWER SUPPLY

• Before using the product for the first time, remember to remove the plastic tab from the battery compartment.
• Only use the adaptor provided. Before using another adaptor, check that it has the same ratings and complies with current regulations.

CHANGING THE BACK-UP BATTERY

The back-up system ensures that the clock continues to function in the event of a power-cut.

• Open the battery compartment on the underside of the device.
• Insert 1 CR.2025-type (AAA) 3V battery, polarity as indicated (+/-).
• Close the battery compartment.

USE

SETTING THE TIME

The radio is in OFF:

• Press /MEMORY: on the display "0:00" flashes.
• Press 12 /HOUR to set the hours.
• Press 口 / 口 / MINUTE to set the minutes.
• Press /MEMORY to confirm.

SETTING THE ALARM (1 and 2)

• Hold down 1 or 2 for 2 seconds: "0:00" flashes on the display.
• Press 口 / 口 / HOUR to set the hours.
• Press 0 /MINUTE to set the minutes.
• Press 1 or 2 to confirm.

ACTIVATING THE ALARM AND CHOOSING ITS MODE

• Press 1 or 2 repeatedly to choose the alarm mode; the symbol light will come on (alarm activated).
  (alarm)/ (Radio)/ there are 4 different nature sounds (nature sound 1: waves)/(nature sound 2: stream)/(nature sound 3: frog)/(nature sound 4: birdsong).

SNOOZE

• Press SNOOZE to temporarily interrupt the alarm; it will be activated automatically again 9 minutes later.

The symbols 1 / 2 and the ring type flashes.

SWITCHING OFF THE ALARM

• Press /SLEEP to switch of the alarm, which will come on again the next day (after 24 hours).

DEACTIVATING THE ALARM

• Press _1 / _2 repeatedly to deactivate alarm 1 or 2.
• The symbols / disappear (alarm deactivated).

SLEEP FUNCTION

The radio must be turned on:

Press O/SLEEP repeatedly at any time to choose the duration: 120, 90, 60, 45, 30, 15, 10 or 5 minutes.
The radio turns itself off automatically after the selected time delay.

BACK-UP SYSTEM

The alarm time is saved in the internal memory in the event of a power-cut.

USING THE RADIO

• Press /SLEEP: the radio will turn on and the LCD screen will display the frequency.
• Press 圆 / 一 / HOUR and 圆 / 一 / MINUTE to find your preferred frequency.
• Hold down ^ / / HOUR and ^ / / MINUTE for 2 seconds to begin an automatic search. The search will stop automatically when a radio station is tuned into correctly.
• Press VOLUME -/+ to adjust the volume.
• Hold down /SLEEP for 2 seconds to turn off the radio.

NOTE: use the wire-filament aerial.

MEMORY (up to 20 radio stations)

The radio must be turned on:

USE

Manual storage:

Select a frequency by pressing /HOUR and /MINUTE.
- Press /MEMORY: the P01 display will flash on and off. Press /MEMORY again to store the radio frequency.
- Repeat these steps to memorise up to 20 stations.

Automatic storage:

• Hold down PRESET/ ① for 2 seconds: a frequency search will be performed automatically and will store up to 20 stations.

ACCESSING THE MEMORY

The radio must be turned on:

• Press PRESET/ repeatedly to move from one stored radio station to the next (P01 to P20).

SETTING THE PROJECTOR

The projector (12) displays the time on any flat surface in a room. For the best possible display, the projection surface should ideally be at a sufficient distance from the appliance.

• Press to turn on the projector and start displaying the time one of the room's surfaces (wall, ceiling).
• Turn the projector knob to change the orientation of the projector.
• Turn the ROTATE knob to find the best projection angle.
• Press INV to reverse the clock display.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

CHARACTERISTICS

Frequency ranges:

FM: 87.5 to 108MHz

Mains voltage adaptor:

Input: 100 - 240V 50 / 60Hz0.25A

Output: 4V = = 350mA

Consult the following table if there is a problem with the appliance.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
• Remove fingerprints and dust with a soft and slightly damp cloth. Do not use abrasive products or solvents that may damage the appliance's surface.

ATTENTION: Never immerse the appliance in water or in any liquid whatsoever.

• If it is not used for a long time, unplug the appliance and remove the batteries.

Note: Unit design and specifications are subject to change without notice. The manufacturer reserves the right to make the necessary improvements.

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(see the description at the beginning of the manual)

MODO DE EMPLEO

1	PRESET/①	Research and automatic preset stations (20 stations max)/Reducing the screen brightness.
2	1	Setting the alarm time 1.
3	/ / / HOUR	Setting the frequencies - / Setting the hours.
4	/ / / MEMORY	Pressing for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate the RDS function.
5	/ / / MINUTE	Setting the frequencies + / Setting the minutes.
6	2	Setting the alarm time 2.
7	SLEEP	Radio ON/OFF/Sleep.
8	ON/OFF projector.
9	INV	Reverse projection.
10	ROTATE	Rotation of the projection.
11		Projectile
12		LCD screen
13		Speaker
14	VOLUME -/+	Setting the volume -/Setting the volume+.
15		Wire aerial
16		POWER SUPPLY: connection plug for the mains voltage adapter
17	SNOOZE	Repeat alarm.
18		Battery compartment

INSTALACION

ACCESSO ALLE MEMORIE

La radio è accesa: