: Before inserting the battery, locate the time zone switch on the back of the movement. Most North American models feature settings for P (Pacific), M (Mountain), C (Central), and E (Eastern).
: To force the clock to look for a signal immediately, press and hold the REC button for at least 3 seconds . The hands will return to 12:00 and begin a new search. ch-899 chouchin radio controlled clock instructions
: Continue holding the M. SET button to advance the hands quickly. Release the button when the hands approach the correct time, then use short, single presses to move the minute hand precisely. : Before inserting the battery, locate the time
: Once powered, the hands will quickly advance and typically stop at 12:00 (sometimes 4:00 or 8:00). The clock is now in "reception mode" and will stay still while it searches for a radio signal. This can take anywhere from 3 to 15 minutes , though in some areas it may take up to 24 hours to find a stable signal. Manual Time Setting The hands will return to 12:00 and begin a new search
: Avoid using rechargeable or heavy-duty zinc batteries, as they often lack the consistent voltage needed for the signal receiver.
If you are in an area with poor signal reception or wish to use the clock as a standard quartz movement, you can set it manually:
: If no buttons are pressed for about 7–10 seconds , the clock will save the time and resume normal operation. Advanced Functions