Emerson CKS1900 SmartSet Clock Radio

Important Safety Instructions

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.

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

PRÉCAUTION: Danger d’explosion si les piles sont remplacées de facon incorrect. Remplacer les piles seulement par le méme type de pile ou l’équivalent.

Important Notes

Remove any descriptive labels, stickers or protective films on the front or top of the cabinet, if any.

Preparation for Use

Setting the Year

Press the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust the Year;

Setting the Date

Press the CLOCK SET button until the Year 'Flashes', press the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust the Year;

Press the CLOCK SET button again and release, the Date 'Flashes'; Press the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust the Month; For example, May 21th will appear as '5.21';

Press the CLOCK SET button again and release, the Hour 'Flashes'; Press the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust the Hour (where AM indicator 'On' is AM, 'Off' is PM);

Press the CLOCK SET button again, or leave it idle for few seconds, to store all new settings and restore it to time display mode.

Setting the Time

Press the CLOCK SET button again and release, the Hour 'Flashes'; Press the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust the Hour (where AM indicator 'On' is AM, 'Off' is PM); Press the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust the Minutes;

Press the CLOCK SET button again, or leave it idle for few seconds, to store all new settings and restore it to time display mode.

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: 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').

IMPORTANT: Alarm settings can only be adjusted in Standby mode.

Adjusting The Wake Up Time and Alarm Week Mode

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 ◀ or ▶ button to adjust Hour press the ▼ or ▲ to adjust Minutes.

Press the AL1(AL2) button again, Alarm Week Mode will blink. Press the ◀ or ▶ 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.

Alarm Week Mode

d1-7: Everyday

d1-5: Weekdays

d6-7: Weekends

Location of Controls and Indicators

Top Panel

• 1. ◀ Set-/Tune- Button
• 2. ▶ Set+/Tune+ Button
• 3. ▲ Up/Volume+ Button
• 4. ▼ Down/Volume- Button
• 5. SLEEP/ SNOOZE/ DIMMER Button
• 6. TIME ZONE/ ON/OFF Button
• 7. CLOCK SET/ BAND Select Button
• 8. AL1 Setting/ STO.(Store) Button
• 9. AL2 Setting/ MEM.(Memory) Button
• 10. Speaker (Top Cabinet)
• 11. AC adapter (Back Cabinet)
• 12. MHz (FM Radio) Indicator
• 13. KHz (AM Radio) Indicator
• 14. AM Indicator ('On'=AM,'Off'=PM)
• 15. Time/Date Display

Operating Instructions

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 ▼ or ▲ to a level that is neither too high nor too inaudible.
4. Select your desired station with the TUNING control.
• a) Press ◀ or ▶ slightly, the receiving frequency will increment or decrement by one step.
• b) Press and hold ◀ or ▶ 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 ◀ or ▶ can change the memory location from 1 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 ◀ or ▶ 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 a long wire located at the back. Extend this antenna wire fully and orient it for better FM reception.

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' in the morning you can use the SNOOZE/SLEEP/DIMMER 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 ON/OFF button to turn ON the radio first. Then press the SLEEP button. The display will briefly show "10" (default sleep timer setting). After 10 minutes countdown the radio will shut off automatically.
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.
3. 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.
4. 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.

Wake to RADIO (1 or 2)

1. Press the AL1 (AL2) button repeatedly to turn the Alarm1 (Alarm2) Indicator On.
2. Press and hold the AL1 (AL2) button until the display blinks and changes from the current time to the Alarm 1 or Alarm2 wake up time.
3. Release the AL1 (AL2) button, press the ◀ or ▶ button to adjust Hour, and press the ▼ or ▲ button to adjust Minutes.
4. Press the AL1 (AL2) button again, press the ▼ or ▲ button to adjust alarm volume (V01-V16) that will come on at wake up time.
5. Press the AL1 (AL2) button again, press the ◀ or ▶ 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 1 or 2

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 "BUZZER" or ALARM 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.
4. Note: Wake-to-buzzer alarm volume is fixed, cannot be adjusted.
5. 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).
6. 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.

Changing The Lithium Battery

Like all batteries, eventually the built in 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. A fresh 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 it is ready to install.
3. IMPORTANT: 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.
4. Turn the radio face up and use a small screw driver to remove the screw securing the battery holder to the cabinet.
5. There is a gap next to the marking, that can be filled by fingernail for lifting up the battery holder. 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.
6. BE CAREFUL NOT TO LOSE THIS SMALL SCREW!
7. Replace the screw that secures the battery holder in the cabinet.
8. Turn the radio right side up and confirm that the LOW BATT indicator is 'Off'.
9. Save these instructions. You'll have to do this again five to eight years from Now!

WARNING: 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 power is 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, Wednesday, January 1st (1.1), 2020".

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 a new 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE: 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 becomes 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.

Limited Warranty

Emerson Radio Corp. warrants this product to be free from manufacturing defects in original material, including original parts, and workmanship under normal home use and conditions ("manufacturing defect") for a period of ninety (90) days from date of original purchase in, and if used in the United States. Should service be necessary under this warranty, Emerson will provide the following at our Return Repair Facility provided the manufacturing defect is verified along with the date of purchase:

• Repair service for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase at no charge for labor and parts.

To Receive Authorization to Return a Defective Item, please contact Emerson Customer Service at 1-800-898-9020 or at http://www.emersonradio.com/service/return-policy. Have your Model number, Serial Number and dated Proof of Purchase with you when you call. In the event the product must be returned to Emerson:

• Pack the unit in a well-padded heavy corrugated box. Please insure the item is well padded to avoid damage while in transit back to our facility. If the item incurs damage, it will NOT be replaced and the consumer will be responsible for return freight costs to receive their same unit back.
• Enclose your check or money order payable to Emerson Radio in the amount of $10 to cover return shipping and handling costs.
• Enclose a note with your name, address, phone number, Return Authorization number and brief reason for returning the unit.
• Enclose a copy of your proof of purchase (warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase).
• Ship the unit prepaid via UPS or parcel post (SHIP INSURED and obtain a tracking number).

NOTE: This warranty does not cover:

• (a) Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product.
• (b) Cost incurred in the shipping of the product to and from Emerson's Return Facility.
• (c) Damage or improper operation of unit caused by customer abuse, misuse, negligence or failure to follow operating instructions (including cleaning instructions) provided with the product.
• (d) Ordinary adjustments to the product which can be performed by customer as outlined in the owner's manual.
• (e) Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems.
• (f) Products not purchased in the United States.
• (g) Damage to product if used outside the United States.
• (h) Refurbished units.

THIS WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND DOES NOT EXTEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS PROVIDED HEREIN BEGINNING WITH THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT THEREAFTER. EMERSON MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS OF THE PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE. THE EXTENT OF EMERSON RADIO CORP'S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL EMERSON RADIO CORP'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL EMERSON RADIO CORP. BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. HOWEVER, YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, THEREFORE THESE RESTRICTIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

The Serial Number can be found on the bottom cabinet. We suggest that you record the Serial Number of your unit in the space below for future reference.

Model Number: CKS1900

Serial Number:

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Emerson Customer Service:

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