1. Nhanganyaya
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your COBY CR-A78 AM/FM Digital Alarm Clock with Time Projector. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the device to ensure proper function and to maximize your user experience. Keep this manual for future reference.
2. Chigadzirwa Pamusoroview
The COBY CR-A78 is a versatile digital alarm clock featuring an AM/FM radio tuner and a unique time projection function. It is designed to provide reliable timekeeping, alarm functions, and radio entertainment, with the added convenience of projecting the current time onto a wall or ceiling.

Mufananidzo 2.1: Mberi view of the COBY CR-A78 digital alarm clock, showing the green LED display and the adjustable time projector. An inset image illustrates the time '12:00' being projected onto a surface.
3. Zvimiro
- AM/FM Digital Tuner: For listening to your favorite radio stations.
- Large Green LED Display: Provides clear visibility of the time.
- Integrated Time Projector: Projects the current time onto a wall or ceiling for easy viewing.
- Dual Alarm Basa: Gadza maaramu maviri akazvimiririra panguva dzakasiyana dzekumuka.
- Snooze Basa: Allows for a temporary pause of the alarm.
- Kurara Nguva: Fall asleep to music with an automatic shut-off feature.
- Battery Backup: Inochengetedza nguva uye marongero ealarm panguva yekushanda kwemagetsitages (requires 9V battery, not included).
4. Package Zviri mukati
- COBY CR-A78 AM/FM Digital Alarm Clock
- AC Simba Adapter
- Mushandisi Chinyorwa (gwaro iri)
5. Setup
5.1. Simba Connection
- Insert the small end of the AC power adapter into the DC IN jack located on the back of the unit.
- Plug the other end of the AC power adapter into a standard wall outlet (AC 120V, 60Hz).
- The unit will power on, and the display will flash, indicating it is ready for time setting.
5.2. Battery Backup Installation
A 9-volt battery (not included) can be installed to provide backup power for the clock and alarm settings during a power interruption.
- Locate the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the unit.
- Remove the cover by sliding it off.
- Connect a 9-volt battery to the battery connector inside the compartment, observing polarity (+ and -).
- Isa bhatiri muchikamu chacho wobva watsiva chifukidziro chacho zvakanaka.
6. Operating Instructions
6.1. Kuisa Nguva
- Dzvanya uye ubate iyo NGUVA ISETA bhatani kusvika manhamba eawa atanga kupenya.
- Press the AWA button repeatedly to adjust the hour. Observe the PM indicator for correct AM/PM setting.
- Press the MINETI button repeatedly to adjust the minute.
- Press the NGUVA ISETA bhatani zvakare kusimbisa uye kubuda nguva yekuseta modhi.
6.2. Kuisa Alarm
The CR-A78 features two independent alarms, Alarm 1 and Alarm 2.
- Dzvanya uye ubate iyo ALARM 1 SET (kana ALARM 2 SET) button until the alarm hour digits flash.
- Press the AWA bhatani rekuseta yaunoda alarm awa.
- Press the MINETI bhatani kumisikidza aramu yaunoda mineti.
- Press the ALARM 1 SET (kana ALARM 2 SET) button again to confirm the alarm time.
- Kuti alarm ishande, tinya ALARM 1 ON/OFF (kana ALARM 2 ON/OFF) switch to the 'ON' position. Select 'BUZZER' for a beeping alarm or 'RADIO' to wake to the radio.
6.3. Kushandisa Basa reSnooze
Kana alarm yarira, tinya pa KUSVIRA button. The alarm will temporarily stop and sound again after approximately 9 minutes. To turn off the alarm completely, press the ALARAMU ON / OFF switch to 'OFF'.
6.4. Kushanda kweRedhiyo (AM/FM)
- Press the RADIO ON/OFF bhatani rekubatidza redhiyo.
- Slide the AM/FM switch to select the desired band.
- Rotate the TUNING knob to find your desired station.
- Chinja vhoriyamu uchishandisa iyo VOLUME knob.
- Kuti udzime redhiyo, dzvanya pa RADIO ON/OFF bhatani zvakare.
6.5. Using the Time Projector
- Locate the projector lens on top of the unit.
- Press the PROJECTOR ON/OFF button to activate the time projection.
- Rotate the projector lens to adjust the focus of the projected time.
- Adjust the angle of the projector arm to direct the time onto your desired surface (wall or ceiling).
- Press the PROJECTOR ON/OFF button again to turn off the projection.
7. Kuchengeta
- Kuchenesa: Shandisa jira rakapfava, rakaoma kuchenesa kunze kwechikwata. Usashandise abrasive cleaners kana solvents.
- Lens Care: Gently wipe the projector lens with a soft, lint-free cloth if it becomes dusty.
- Kuiswa: Isa mudziyo panzvimbo yakatsetseka, yakati sandara kure nezuva rakananga, manyuko ekupisa, uye hunyoro hwakawandisa.
- Kutsiva Bhatiri: Replace the 9-volt backup battery annually or if the unit experiences frequent power outages to ensure continuous backup functionality.
8. Kugadzirisa matambudziko
| Dambudziko | Zvinogona Kukonzera | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Unit haibatike. | Adapta yeAC haina kubatana nemazvo. | Ensure the AC adapter is securely plugged into the unit and a working wall outlet. |
| Alarm hainzwi. | Alarm haina kushanda kana kuiswa zvisizvo. | Verify the alarm time is set correctly and the ALARM ON/OFF switch is in the 'ON' position (BUZZER or RADIO). |
| Kutambira redhiyo hakuna kunaka. | Antenna not extended or unit too close to interference. | Extend the FM wire antenna fully. For AM, rotate the unit for best reception. Move away from other electronic devices. |
| Projected time is blurry. | Projector focus not adjusted. | Rotate the projector lens to adjust the focus until the time is clear. |
| Nguva/marongero akarasika mushure memagetsitage. | Bhatiri rekuchengetedza rafa kana kuti harina kuiswa. | Install a fresh 9-volt battery or replace the existing one. |
9. Zvinotsanangurwa
| Feature | Tsanangudzo |
|---|---|
| Brand | Coby |
| Model | CR-A78 |
| Display Type | Digital LED (Green) |
| Radio Tuner | AM/FM Analog |
| Simba Source | AC 120V, 60Hz |
| Battery Backup | 1 x 9V bhatiri (haisipo) |
| Zviyero zveChigadzirwa (L x W x H) | 12.7 x 10.16 x 15.24 masendimita (5 x 4 x 6 inches) |
| Product Weight | 567 g (1.25 lbs) |
| Color | Sirivha |
10. Warranty uye Tsigiro
For warranty information or technical support, please refer to the documentation provided at the time of purchase or contact Coby customer service. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase for any warranty claims.





