Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock
308/7549£18.00
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About this product
Radio controlled LCD alarm clock with multi-function display with time, calendar and indoor temperature. Features dual alarm with snooze and blue backlight. Requires 2 x AAA battery (not included).
- Height 9.4, Width 9.3, Depth 4.4cm.
- Digital display.
- Dual alarm alarm.
- Snooze function.
- Calendar.
- Temperature display.
- Radio controlled time.
- Automatic time update.
- Batteries required 2 x AAA (not included).
- Manufacturer's 2 year guarantee.
- EAN: 5012562719639.
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68 reviews
74%
Recommended this product
Customers Say
The clock is generally easy to use, with a clear display and good features, but some users report issues with alarm volume, stability, and setup instructions.
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Very good machine
This machine is easy to use and gives superb results
Crispy, 65 or over, Kent
Easy to read screen
I bought 2 of these. Pleased with them. They are easy to read and changed automatically when the clocks went back. They are quite light which makes them feel flimsy but nevertheless seem quite robust.
Tucks, 65 or over, Bristol
Very nice alarm clock.
Good alarm clock.. would buy again...
Robin, 55 - 64, N/E Scotland
small but good
this is slightly small but very good , also a bit fiddley to adjust specially at night
jack, 55 - 64, dorset
Alarm clock
Very smart, attractive clear LCD display. Easy to set up. Unfortunately the alarm volume is too low and there is no way to adjust it. I can't recommend it to anyone to use as an alarm clock.
Stewart19, 65 or over, East Surrey
Great looking, good time
this was a gift for my husband (I know) as his old bedside clock had stopped picking up the signal to set it. This is a great replacement, works very well, clear numbers and easy to set/adjust. Nice styling.
DT, 45 - 54, Ashford, Kent
Light goes off
Not mains powered so light goes out to save the batteries.That is a major let down.On the plus side the clock was easy to setup and use.
Mr P, 55 - 64, London
Unimpressed!
Bought this and on opening it didn’t have any instructions and felt cheap and plastic , tried it out and within 3 days it started rattling as if a piece of plastic inside had come loose, returned for a refund.
Julie511974, 45 - 54, Hereford
Good times
A clear display even when viewed from a slight angle. Considering the information displayed I'd say it's quite good value for money. It can be stood upright or slightly tilted back on its stand / battery compartment which is a fair amount of flexibility. Only a gentle tap on the top will activate the backlight, which is nice although I would prefer if it stayed lit a little longer. The primary reason I wanted the Varsity is my decades-old "wave ceptor" Casio watch has developed a fault and this particular clock both corrects its timekeeping every night using the special signal all "radio controlled" clocks and watches use daily, and it shows the seconds as part of the time. I don't need every timepiece I own to be bang on, but I like the reassurance of at least one being so for reference which can be read simply and immediately (and no, the clock on your phone can be off by a second). I initially had some real issues getting it to find the radio signal, almost returning it to Argos as unfit for purpose, but I think this is partly due to where I live, and since I've finally found a good spot for it to sit and the reception icon has been displayed for a couple of days then overall I'm happy.
Foghorn, 55 - 64, Oxford
Great bedside clock
Excellent time keeper, big bold numbers, temperature, great back light, very happy with purchase
Debs, 55 - 64, BERWICK-UPON-TWEED
Hello MICHAEL,
I can advise the following for the Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock:
This is radio controlled so will set itself when it has signal.
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Hi Annie.
Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock:
Having checked the instructions, the light is only operated by pushing a button. It does not stay on.
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No, the light stays on for a few seconds after pressing the button.
Hello Adam,
The supplier has advised the following for the Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock:
"This alarm clock is not wall mountable."
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Hello Fitzy,
The supplier has advised the following for the Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock:
This clock features 2 alarms.
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Hello Calinex,
The supplier has advised the following for the Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock:
Snooze feature.
When the alarm sounds, touch the (sun zz) sensor to snooze the alarm. The bell 1 or 2 icon will flash. to stop the snooze function, press any button (except sun zz).
Please note there should be a QR code on the back/base of the product for you to scan a direct link to our website to download a copy of the operating instruction manual.
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Hello Tone,
The supplier has advised the following for the Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock:
“ SETTING THE ALARM1/ALARM2
Press the ALl button once, to fur on alarmi, the bell icon 1 wil show.
Press and hold the ALl button until the hour digits flash.
Press '*' or '-' button to set the alarm hour, ensuring AM/PM is set correctly.
Press the SET/AL button, the minute digits will flash.
Press '*' or '-' button to set the minutes.
Press the SET/AL button to exit. Repeat the same for alarm2 (AL2 button). ”
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Hi JJ,
To set the 24-hour format on your Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock, follow these steps:
Press and hold the TIME SET button for about 3 seconds until the year starts to flash.
Press the TIME SET button repeatedly until the 12/24 hour format starts to flash.
Use the UP or DOWN button to select the 24-hour format.
Press the TIME SET button again to confirm your selection and proceed to set the hour and minute if needed.
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Hi there,
Yes, the Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock can be set to 12 or 24 hours.
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Hello Shelley,
The supplier has advised the following for the Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock:
“ You do this by using the controls on the clock, instructions on how to do this are included in the box with it. ”
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Hi Flippie,
Yes, to change the temperature display to Celsius on your Acctim Varsity Radio Controlled Alarm Clock, follow these steps:
Locate the DOWN button on your clock.
Press the DOWN button to toggle between Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F) until the display shows the temperature in Celsius.
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