How do I set the time on my Sharp SPC569 Atomic Digital Alarm Clock?

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Setting the time on your Sharp SPC569 Atomic Digital Alarm Clock is straightforward. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Plug in the Clock: First, connect the AC adapter to a 120V AC ~ 60Hz power outlet.
2. Set Your Time Zone: The display will show flashing TIME ZONE digits. Use the + or - buttons to choose your time zone (HAWAII, ALASKA, PACIFIC, MOUNTAIN, CENTRAL, EASTERN). Press the TIME ZONE button to confirm your selection. The default time zone is EASTERN.
3. Enter the Year: The YEAR digits will flash. Use the + or - buttons to set the correct year. Then, press the CALENDAR button to confirm.
4. Set the Month: The month digits will flash. Use the + or - buttons to select the correct month and press the CALENDAR button to confirm.
5. Enter the Date: The date digits will flash. Use the + or - buttons to set the correct date and press the CALENDAR button again to save and exit the calendar settings.
6. Initiate Atomic Signal Search: Press and hold the WAVE button for 3 seconds. The clock will begin searching for the WWVB signal, which can take 2-10 minutes per attempt. If the signal isn't found, the hour digits will flash, allowing for manual time setting.
7. Manual Time Setting (if needed): If the atomic signal isn't found, use the + or - buttons to set the correct hour and then press the TIME button to confirm. The minute digits will then flash, allowing you to set the correct minutes with the + or - buttons. Press the TIME button again to save and exit the manual time setting.
8. Automatic Updates: Once the Atomic signal is found, the clock will automatically update. This process may take between 24 and 48 hours to complete.

For more detailed instructions and information on other features, please consult the Sharp SPC569 Atomic Digital Alarm Clock Instruction Manual.