Emerson SmartSet Alarm Clock Radio User Manual

Table of Contents

1. Getting Started
2. Setting the Time and Date
3. Setting the Alarm
4. Using the FM Radio
5. Bluetooth Pairing
6. USB Charging
7. Troubleshooting
8. FAQ

1. Getting Started

Unpack your Emerson SmartSet Alarm Clock Radio and place it on a flat surface near an electrical outlet. Plug the power cord into the outlet and the clock radio will automatically set itself to the correct year, month, date, day, and time. The included button cell battery maintains time and alarm settings in case of power interruptions.

2. Setting the Time and Date

The SmartSet technology automatically sets the time and date when the clock radio is first plugged in and after every power interruption. The clock radio also adjusts itself for daylight savings time and leap year. If you need to manually set the time and date, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the 'Time' button until the display flashes.
2. Use the 'Hour' and 'Minute' buttons to set the desired time.
3. Press the 'Time' button again to set the date.
4. Use the 'Hour' and 'Minute' buttons to set the desired date.
5. Press the 'Time' button once more to exit the setting mode.

3. Setting the Alarm

The alarm can be programmed to operate on weekdays only, weekends only, or all seven days of the week. To set the alarm, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the 'Alarm' button until the display flashes.
2. Use the 'Hour' and 'Minute' buttons to set the desired alarm time.
3. Press the 'Alarm' button again to select the alarm mode (weekdays, weekends, or all days).
4. Press the 'Alarm' button once more to exit the setting mode.

To wake up to your favorite FM station or a buzzer, press the 'Radio/Buzzer' button to toggle between the two options.

4. Using the FM Radio

To use the FM radio feature, follow these steps:

1. Press the 'Radio' button to turn on the FM radio.
2. Press the 'Tune' buttons to manually tune to your desired station or press and hold the 'Tune' buttons to automatically search for stations.
3. Press the 'Memory' button to save the current station to one of the 20 available presets.
4. Press the 'Volume' buttons to adjust the volume level.
5. Press the 'Radio' button again to turn off the FM radio.

5. Bluetooth Pairing

To connect your Bluetooth-enabled device, follow these steps:

1. Press the 'Bluetooth' button on the clock radio to enter pairing mode.
2. On your Bluetooth-enabled device, search for available devices and select 'Emerson ER100301' from the list.
3. Once connected, you can stream audio from your device through the clock radio's speaker.

6. USB Charging

The clock radio features a USB output for charging mobile devices. To charge your device, plug the USB charging cable into the USB port on the clock radio and connect your device.

7. Troubleshooting

1. Problem: The clock radio does not power on.
   Solution: Check the power cord connection and ensure it is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
2. Problem: The clock radio does not display the correct time.
   Solution: Manually set the time and date following the instructions in section 2.
3. Problem: The alarm does not work.
   Solution: Check the alarm settings and ensure the alarm mode is set correctly (weekdays, weekends, or all days).
4. Problem: The FM radio does not receive stations.
   Solution: Adjust the position of the clock radio for better reception and try the automatic search function.
5. Problem: The Bluetooth connection is not working.
   Solution: Ensure your Bluetooth-enabled device is in range and the clock radio is in pairing mode. Try disconnecting and reconnecting the device.

8. FAQ

Q: Does the clock radio have a headphone jack?

A: No, the Emerson SmartSet Alarm Clock Radio does not have a headphone jack.

Q: Can I set the alarm to play music from my Bluetooth device?

A: No, the alarm can only be set to wake you to an FM station or a buzzer.

Q: Is there a backup battery in case of power outages?

A: Yes, the clock radio includes a button cell battery that maintains time and alarm settings during power outages.

Q: Can I adjust the brightness of the LED display?

A: Yes, you can adjust the brightness of the display using the dimmer control.

Q: Can I charge my phone using the USB port?

A: Yes, the clock radio features a USB output for charging mobile devices with a 2.1A 5V output.

Product FAQ:

Q: Can you turn off the nightlight?
A: Yes, the nightlight can be turned off.

Q: What is the size of this alarm clock?
A: The dimensions of this alarm clock are 6.2 x 3.5 x 2.1 inches.

Q: How big is the adapter for this? If plugged into a power strip, how many outlets will it block?
A: The adapter for this clock is small and will not block any other outlets on a power strip.

Q: How does this clock set itself?
A: The clock uses patented smartset technology to automatically set itself to the correct year, month, date, day, and time upon first use and after every power interruption.

Q: How do I pair a Bluetooth speaker with this Emerson SmartSet Clock Radio?
A: Press the POWER button, then press the SOURCE button repeatedly until the display shows BT, then press the BT pair button, then choose the clock on your phone's Bluetooth list.

Q: Does the clock automatically adjust for daylight savings twice a year?
A: Yes, the clock will automatically adjust for daylight savings.

Q: Can the clock be plugged into the wall?
A: Yes, this clock needs to be plugged into a wall outlet.

Q: Can you wake to the auxiliary input?
A: No, you can only wake to radio or buzzer, not auxiliary input.

Q: How do I connect to Bluetooth?
A: Turn the power ON, then select BT from the Source button, then press BT Pair, on your device select ER100 for Bluetooth.

Q: Can this alarm clock connect to Bluetooth earbuds so that radio can only be heard through wireless Bluetooth earbuds?
A: It is possible to connect Bluetooth earbuds to this radio but we recommend referring to the user manual or contacting customer support for assistance.