American Innovative Clock Teach Me Time Talking Alarm Clock Nightlight User Manual

TM  
Instructions for Use  
Model No. TMT081-US  
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS,  
PLEASE READ FIRST!  
CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN  
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY  
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE  
SLOT, FULLY INSERT.  
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS  
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER  
JUSQU’AU FOND.  
This symbol is intended to  
alert the user to the presence  
of uninsulated “dangerous  
voltage” within the product’s  
enclosure that may be of  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS  
INSIDE. PLEASE REFER ANY SERVICING TO  
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
This symbol is intended to  
alert the user to the presence  
of important operating and  
maintenance  
(servicing)  
instructions in the literature  
accompanying the appliance.  
sufficient  
magnitude  
to  
constitute a risk of electric  
shock to persons.  
AVERTISSEMENT: RISQUE DE CHOC  
ÉLECTRIQUE – NE PAS OUVRIR  
SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS  
This product, the Teach Me Time! Talking Alarm Clock & Nightlight  
model TMT081-US, is CE certified.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating this  
product. All operating and use instructions should be followed. All warnings printed on the  
device and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Please keep this manual for  
future reference.  
Water & Moisture  
Do not use this device near water. For example, do not use this device near a bathtub, wash  
bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub. Do not use this device in a wet basement, near a swimming  
pool or near any other source of water. Do not place water-filled vessels on this device.  
Heat & Open Flame  
Do not place this device near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, amplifiers or other  
devices that produce heat. Do not place an open flame on or near this device.  
Power Source  
This product should be connected to a power supply only of the type marked on the outside  
of the unit. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, please consult your  
product dealer or local power company. Where the main plug is used as the disconnect  
device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.  
Batteries  
Do not mix old and new batteries - always replace both batteries at the same time. Always  
use two batteries of the same type - do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or  
rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.  
Grounding or Polarization  
Precaution should be taken not to defeat the safety purpose of grounding or polarization.  
This product is supplied with a polarized AC power cord plug (one blade is wider than the  
other). This plug is designed to fit into the power outlet in only one way. If you are unable to  
fully insert the plug into the power outlet, try reversing it. If the plug should still fail to fit, use  
a different outlet or contact a certified electrician to have a suitable outlet installed.  
Overloading  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, etc. beyond their rated capacity.  
When Not In Use  
Unplug the unit from the wall when not using for prolonged periods of time. When removing  
the power cord from the wall, always grasp the plug; do not pull the cord itself.  
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Power Cord Protection  
Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items  
placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience  
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.  
Lightning  
If the unit is not plugged into an appropriately rated surge protector, unplug the unit from the  
wall in the event of a lightning storm in order to protect it from powerline surges. Unplug the  
unit if it is to be unused for a long period of time.  
Object & Liquid Entry  
Never insert objects of any kind into this product, through ventilation openings, as these  
objects may touch dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit that could result in a fire  
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on or into the device.  
Cleaning  
Unplug the unit from the wall before cleaning. Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe down the unit.  
Do not use liquid, aerosol or abrasive cleaners.  
Servicing & Safety Checks  
Do not attempt to service the unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltage or other hazards. All servicing should be referred to qualified personnel.  
Servicing is required when the unit does not operate properly or has been damaged in any  
way, including but not limited to power supply/cord damage, damage as a result of exposure  
to moisture, and damage resulting from impact. Upon completion of any service or repairs to  
this product, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks.  
Damage Requiring Service  
This product should be fixed by qualified service personnel under the following conditions:  
1. When the power supply, cord or plug has been damaged.  
2. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.  
3. If the unit is exposed to rain or water.  
4. If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions.  
5. If the unit has been dropped or damaged in any way.  
6. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.  
Replacement Parts  
In the event that replacement parts are required, ensure that the service technician uses parts  
specified by the manufacturer or those deemed to be equivalent. Unauthorized substitutions  
may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
Lead Paint  
This product has been tested for lead paint content and has passed all related tests as defined  
by the ASTM F963-07 sec. 4.3.5.1 safety specification.  
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FCC INFORMATION  
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment  
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If  
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
WARNING: Changes or modifications to the equipment that are not expressly approved by  
the responsible party for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
ABOUT AMERICAN INNOVATIVE™  
American Innovative™ was founded to pursue the development of innovative new products  
that should exist, but don't. “Products that make sense™” is our motto and the execution of  
this philosophy can be seen throughout the company's product line. Careful attention to the  
needs of the user and a keen eye for industrial design and user interface engineering are the  
secrets of American Innovative™'s success. To learn more about American Innovative™  
please visit us on the web at www.americaninnovative.com.  
SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION  
Please check http://www.americaninnovative.com/service/ for the most up-to-date contact  
information and for details regarding product servicing and/or warranty claims.  
American Innovative, LLC  
attn: Warranty Service  
364 Boylston Street, 3rd Floor  
Boston, MA 02116  
p. 617.395.7831 or 866.663.2393 (in the USA)  
f. 866.515.7511  
United States of America  
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Setup  
TIP: The rear hatch  
Getting Started  
conceals the parental  
controls and is designed to  
be “child proof”.  
Unpack Teach Me Time! and plug the external AC adapter into  
the back of the product. Next plug the AC adapter into a  
standard wall outlet.  
To open the hatch, place  
your thumb on the latch  
and gently push down and  
back. You may flex the  
cover slightly to facilitate  
opening the hatch:  
Teach Me Time! comes from the factory set to a special “in-  
store demonstration” mode of the Teach Me Time! Game. To  
exit this demonstration mode, press any key under the rear  
hatch.  
Setting the Time  
The first time you plug in Teach Me Time! you must set the time:  
1. Press and hold the SETUP key for two (2) seconds to  
enter set time mode. The numeric portion of the display  
flashes and the word “SET” appears.  
2. Adjust the time using the HR +/- and MIN +/- keys. Press  
and hold these keys for one (1) second to scroll rapidly.  
3. Tap the SETUP key once quickly to exit.  
Battery Backup  
Teach Me Time! comes from the factory with two AAA batteries  
already installed. To replace the batteries, remove the screw  
from the battery hatch (bottom of unit) using a small  
screwdriver. If the hatch does not fall open freely, use your  
fingernail or a paperclip to gently dislodge it.  
Do not attempt to open  
the hatch by using a  
fingernail to pull in an  
upward direction as this  
may break the latch  
mechanism.  
NOTE: To conserve power, the nightlight and display backlight  
features of Teach Me Time! do not work while running under  
battery power.  
NOTE: If the battery level is very low Teach Me Time! may not  
have enough power to clearly announce the time or may  
become unresponsive. In this event, please replace the  
batteries with a fresh set.  
TIP: Included batteries are  
intended for in-store  
display. For best  
performance, replace the  
batteries with a fresh set  
before first use.  
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Ordinary Operation (Current Time of Day)  
During ordinary operation the current time of day is displayed.  
The following features are available:  
TIP: The functions on  
this page are only  
available when Teach  
Me Time! is displaying  
the current time of day.  
Display Presentation  
Use the DISPLAY key to toggle the display presentation:  
Analog Only  
Numeric Only  
Both  
Backlight (and Nightlight) Brightness  
Use the MIN +/- (Brightness) keys to toggle between HIGH  
(default) and LOW brightness options. If the nightlight is on, its  
intensity is also adjusted.  
Master Volume  
TIP: The master volume  
does not affect the  
wake chime volume,  
only the voice  
Use the HR +/- (Volume) keys to adjust the volume. There are  
four volume options as follows: OFF, LOW (1), MEDIUM (2) and  
HIGH (3). While the volume is being adjusted the display  
indicates the current volume level for 5 seconds.  
announcements.  
“Toe” Button Operations  
LEFT: In ordinary time mode the left toe button  
toggles the nightlight on and off unless the  
nightlight timer is enabled (see Using The  
Nightlight Timer on p. 11).  
RIGHT: Pressing the right toe button announces  
the current time.  
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Using The Alarm Clock  
For older children, Teach Me Time! has a built-in alarm clock  
with snooze function.  
Setting the Alarm Wake Time  
TIP: Press the WAKE  
REVIEW key to review  
the current status of the  
alarm wake setting.  
To set the alarm wake time:  
1. Press and hold the WAKE REVIEW key for two (2)  
seconds. The bunny icon appears in the display along  
with the word “SET”. The wake time is displayed in the  
numeric portion of the display (factory default: 7:00am):  
TIP: If you make a  
change to the wake  
time, Teach Me Time!  
automatically sets the  
wake status to ON.  
2. Adjust the wake time using the HR +/- and MIN +/- keys.  
3. Tap WAKE REVIEW once quickly to exit. Teach Me Time!  
announces the status of the alarm wake setting for  
confirmation.  
TIP: The presence of  
the bunny icon  
indicates that the alarm  
is enabled to sound at  
the appointed time:  
Toggle the Wake Status (On or Off)  
Press the WAKE ON | OFF key to toggle the status of the alarm  
clock. Teach Me Time! clearly announces whether or not the  
alarm is on and, if it is, for what time it is set.  
“Toe” Button Operations (While The Alarm Is Sounding)  
LEFT: Pressing the left toe button causes Teach  
Me Time! to snooze for 10 minutes. After ten  
minutes the alarm sounds again.  
TIP: When Teach Me  
Time! is snoozing the  
sheep icon animates in  
the display:  
RIGHT: Pressing the right toe button will silence a  
sounding alarm or cancel a snooze that is in  
progress.  
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Using The Nightlight Timer  
The Teach Me Time! nightlight timer can be programmed to  
turn on and off automatically at whatever times desired.  
Furthermore, Teach Me Time! glows in two different colors. A  
transition time (the time at which the nightlight changes color  
from yellow to green) may also be selected.  
TIP: The dual-color  
nightlight feature is  
useful for very young  
children who can not  
yet tell time. Parents  
may choose to instruct  
their son or daughter  
not to get up “until  
Teach Me Time! turns  
green”.  
Turning the Nightlight On and Off  
Tap the LIGHT button to toggle between the nightlight modes  
as follows:  
Off  
On - Yellow  
On - Green  
Timer ( icon appears in display)  
When the nightlight is in timer mode, the nightlight turns on and  
off and changes color according to a schedule set by the user.  
See Setting the Nightlight Timer below.  
Setting the Nightlight Timer  
To set the nightlight timer follow these steps:  
1. Press and hold the LIGHT key for two (2) seconds to enter  
nightlight timer setup. The nightlight ON time (8:00pm  
by default) appears and may be adjusted using the HR +/-  
and MIN +/- keys.  
2. Next, tap the LIGHT key once quickly to move to the next  
step. The nightlight OFF time (9:00am by default)  
appears and may be adjusted in the same manner.  
(continued on the next page …)  
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Using The Nightlight Timer (continued)  
3. Tap the LIGHT key once quickly to move to the third and  
final step. The nightlight CHANGE time (6:00am by  
default) appears. The change or “transition time” is the  
time at which the nightlight color changes from yellow to  
green. This time may also be adjusted.  
TIP: The transition time  
may not be adjusted  
beyond the nightlight ON  
and nightlight OFF  
extremes and Teach Me  
Time! automatically  
enforces this.  
4. Tap the LIGHT key once more to exit the nightlight timer  
setup sequence. Upon exiting, Teach Me Time!  
automatically places the nightlight in timer mode ( icon  
appears).  
Disabling Color Changing Of The Nightlight Timer  
You may prefer to have the nightlight turn on and off  
automatically but not change color. In order to disable the color-  
change transition do one of the following:  
1. Set the CHANGE time equal to the ON time. In this case  
the nightlight turns on (Yellow) at the ON time and off at  
the OFF time. It does not change color.  
2. Set the CHANGE time equal to the OFF time. In this case  
the nightlight turns on (Green) at the ON time and off at  
the OFF time. It does not change color.  
In either case, if the CHANGE time is disabled, a small “x”  
appears in the center of the light bulb icon during timer setup (this  
“x” is not seen during ordinary operation):  
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Playing the Teach Me Time! Game  
The Teach Me Time! built-in teaching game is designed to be  
played together with your child and to encourage a pattern of  
learning about time before bed.  
TIP: When the Teach  
Me Time! game is in  
progress, the chick icon  
is visible in the display:  
Getting Started and Selecting a Skill Level  
To begin the Teach Me Time! game, tap the TEACH key once.  
Teach Me Time! announces, “Let’s learn to tell time!” and the  
display prompts you to adjust the skill level. Note that the skill  
level may only be adjusted at the beginning of the game.  
Use the HR +/- keys to adjust the skill level, if desired. The skill  
levels are designed to limit the complexity of the times that are  
displayed as follows:  
Level  
Description  
Level 01  
(easiest)  
Level 02  
Round hours only.  
i.e. 1 o’clock, 2 o’clock, etc.  
Round hours and half-hours only.  
i.e. 1 o’clock, 1:30, 2 o’clock, 2:30, etc.  
Level 03  
Level 04  
Round hours, half-hours and quarter-hours.  
i.e. 1 o’clock, 1:15, 1:30, 1:45, 2 o’clock, etc.  
Round hours, half-hours, quarter-hours and  
10-minute internals.  
i.e. 1 o’clock, 1:10, 1:15, 1:20, 1:30, 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, etc.  
Level 05  
(hardest)  
Any time may be displayed.  
i.e. 1 o’clock, 1:02, 1:57, etc.  
Play the Game  
The game is very simple. Ask your child to press the left toe  
button to display a time on the analog portion of the display  
(the digital clock display is hidden at first). Try to coax them to a  
correct answer and then press the right toe button to have  
Teach Me Time! announce the correct time and display the  
correct answer in the digital clock portion of the display. To  
conclude the game, tap the TEACH key at any time.  
TIP: You may wish to  
view the analog hands  
and the related digital  
clock display together.  
Use the DISPLAY key to  
toggle the visibility of  
the digital clock display  
during the Teach Me  
Time! game.  
Manual Adjust  
Use the HR +/- and MIN +/- keys at any time to manually adjust  
the clock hands to whatever time you wish. Press the right toe  
button to announce the time displayed.  
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Other Products from American Innovative  
Please visit us on the web at www.americaninnovative.com.  
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American Innovative, LLC * Limited Warranty  
Coverage  
American Innovative, LLC warrants this product against defects in original material and  
workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days, under normal use and conditions.  
Non-Coverage  
This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up or signal reception  
problems. This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage resulting from acts of  
God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial application (or rental), or modification  
(including the antenna). This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation or  
maintenance, connection to an improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone other  
than American Innovative, LLC or American Innovative, LLC authorized service facilities. This  
warrantee does not cover products sold “as is” or “with all faults”. This warrantee is valid only  
in the United States and is invalid if the product serial number has been altered or removed.  
Making a Warranty Claim  
Please check http://www.americaninnovative.com/service/ for the latest information pertaining  
to warranty claims. To obtain warranty service, contact American Innovative customer service  
via electronic mail at [email protected], or call 617.395.7831 or 866.663.2393.  
At the company’s discretion, American Innovative will repair or replace the defective unit.  
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the  
unit is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service.  
Other Information  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE  
REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTEES, INCLUDING THE  
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF THE  
EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS PROVIDED ABOVE, BEGINNING WITH THE ORIGINAL DATE OF  
PURCHASE. NO WARRANTEES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, SHALL APPLY TO THE  
PRODUCT THEREAFTER. WE MAKE NO WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS OF THE  
PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE.  
THE EXTENT OF OUR LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE REPAIR OR  
REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT WILL OUR LIABILITY EXCEED THE  
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE PURCHASER. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL WE BE  
LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.  
Applicability of State Law  
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, BUT YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER  
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW  
LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, SO THESE RESTRICTIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
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