[. . . ] Help protect the environment we recommend that you dispose of used batteries by putting them into specially designed receptacles. You do not have to set the clock time as a built-in automatic time set system is equipped in this clock powered by 3V (2 x "AA" batteries (included)). All you have to do is to plug this clock for power and current time will be shown automatically. Before plugging in for power, follow the steps below to select time zone. [. . . ] MODE - Selects among playback options: random playback, repeat all, and repeat all with random playback. SNOOZE - Enters snooze mode where the alarm will quiet but will sound again once the snooze period is over. Note: Speakers will still sound when any wake mode is activated even if headphone is plugged in. This unit has a built-in automatic time set system that automatically generates the correct clock time once the unit is plugged in. You are not required to set the clock manually, however, in case the memory holding batteries are accidentally removed, you may reset the clock as follow: Be sure Time Zone and Daylight Saving Time is adjusted before operating the clock. Clock time will automatically be saved if no buttons are pressed after a few seconds. You can also press SET TIME / ALARM twice to save your setting and return to standby mode. The setting will automatically be save if no buttons are pressed after a few seconds. You can also press SET TIME / ALARM once to save you setting and return to standby mode. It helps to reduce drift on FM reception and to keep the radio locked in on the FM station to which it is tuned. MW Antenna - A built-in ferrite rod antenna eliminates the need for an outside antenna for MW reception. You can adjust the backlight of the display with the DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS button. There are three levels you may select from: Observe the change when you press DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS repeatedly. If the weekend cancel function is activated, the alarm will be active during MON to FRI, and inactive during SAT and SUN. Remove battery compartment door (located at the bottom of the radio) by applying thumb pressure to the tab on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet. The power failure protection circuit will not operate unless battery is installed. When the battery backup functions, the digital display will not light, however, the function of alarm still occurs during the power interruption if remaining battery power is adequate. Normal operation will resume after AC power is restored so you will not have to reset the time or the alarm. Before inserting the batteries, observe the polarities (That is, + and -) of the battery, then relate the polarities to the engraved diagram inside the battery compartment. Replace the compartment door and lock the door in place by pushing the tab towards the compartment door. Unlock the battery compartment door (located at the bottom of the radio) by sliding the tab away from the door. When AC power is interrupted (disconnected) for a short period of time, both time and alarm settings will change (unless batteries are installed). [. . . ] Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a trained technician. â· Warning: Never operate this product with the cabinet removed. â· The CD player of this unit uses a laser to read the music on the disc. the laser mechanism corresponds to the cartridge and stylus of a record player. [. . . ]