Portronics Freedom 4E — Complete Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Product Overview
• Quick Reference
• What's in the Box
• Parts & Controls
• Connecting Freedom 4E to Power
• Wireless Charging
  • Wireless Charging Tips
• Setting the Time
• Switching Between Celsius and Fahrenheit
• Setting the Date
• Setting and Activating the Dual Alarms
  • Alarm and Snooze Behaviour
• Display Modes
• Adjusting Display Brightness
• Turning the Digital Display ON or OFF
• Charging Compatibility
• Care & Safety
• Troubleshooting
• Still stuck?

Product Overview

The Portronics Freedom 4E (POR 3197) is a Qi-compatible wireless charging pad with a digital alarm clock. It supports wireless charging up to 15W and combines a bedside clock, dual alarms, date and temperature display, three display modes and adjustable screen brightness.

The charging surface has a soft fabric finish. The unit is powered through a USB Type-C input.

Quick Reference

Wireless output depends on the Qi-enabled device and its supported charging rate. The charger does not deliver 15W to every device automatically.

What's in the Box

Parts & Controls

Connecting Freedom 4E to Power

1. Connect the supplied USB-C to USB-C cable to the Type-C input on the charger.
2. Connect the other end to a compatible USB power adapter.
3. Use an input rated 5V/3A or 9V/3A.
4. Connect the adapter to a suitable power outlet.
5. The digital display can then be operated using the Power, M, + and − buttons.

For the best charging performance, use a suitable adapter and cable that meet the stated input requirements.

Wireless Charging

1. Confirm that the phone or other device supports Qi wireless charging.
2. Connect Freedom 4E to power.
3. Place the device centrally on the wireless charging pad.
4. Adjust its position until the device begins charging.
5. Check the phone or device for its charging indication.

The specified transmission distance is 1–8mm. Wireless output options are 5W, 7.5W, 10W and 15W, depending on the connected device.

Wireless Charging Tips

• Align the phone properly on the charging pad.
• Remove thick, metal or magnetic cases that are more than 5mm thick.
• Use only compatible Qi-enabled devices.
• Avoid using the phone while it is charging to reduce heat build-up.
• Remove the device from the charging pad once fully charged.
• Do not leave the charger unattended during charging.

Setting the Time

1. Press and hold the M Button for 2 seconds to enter the 12/24-hour format selection.
2. Use the + or − buttons to choose the required format.
3. Press M to confirm and proceed to the hour and minute settings.
4. Adjust the time using the setting controls.
5. Press M again to exit after the time has been set.

Switching Between Celsius and Fahrenheit

1. Make sure the display is in time display mode.
2. Press and hold the + Button.
3. The temperature display switches between Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F).

Setting the Date

1. In time display mode, press M once to show the date.
2. Press and hold M to enter the year, month and day settings.
3. Use + or − to adjust each value.
4. Confirm the settings using M.

Setting and Activating the Dual Alarms

Freedom 4E supports two alarms: Alarm 1 and Alarm 2.

1. In time display mode, press M once to show the date.
2. Press M again to access the alarm settings.
3. Use + or −to activate or deactivate Alarm 1 and Alarm 2.
   • ONA1: Alarm 1 ON.
   • --A1: Alarm 1 OFF.
   • ONA2: Alarm 2 ON.
   • --A2: Alarm 2 OFF.
4. In alarm mode, press and hold M to set the alarm time.
5. Use + or − to adjust the alarm hours and minutes.
6. Confirm the settings using M.

Alarm and Snooze Behaviour

• The alarm rings for up to 60 seconds.
• It then snoozes for 5 minutes.
• The alarm can repeat up to 5 times.
• During ringing, the product instructions indicate that +, − or M can be pressed. They do not specify a separate action for each button.

Display Modes

In time display mode, press + to cycle through the three display modes.

Press M to confirm and exit the display-mode setting.

Adjusting Display Brightness

1. Make sure the display is in time display mode.
2. Press − to cycle through the brightness settings.
3. The four settings are:
   • Strong
   • Medium
   • Weak
   • Off

Choose a brightness level that is comfortable for the room.

Turning the Digital Display ON or OFF

• Short-press the Power Button to turn the digital display ON.
• Short-press it again to turn the digital display OFF.
• After 5 seconds of inactivity, the screen returns to the time display.

Charging Compatibility

Freedom 4E supports Qi-compatible wireless charging devices. The available charging output is selected according to the device's wireless charging capability.

A device that supports a lower charging rate will not necessarily charge at 15W.

Care & Safety

• Keep the charger away from water and moisture.
• Turn off power before cleaning.
• Recommended operating temperature: 1°C to 45°C.
• Use only with compatible Qi-enabled devices to help prevent overheating.
• Align the phone properly on the wireless charging pad.
• Remove thick, metal or magnetic cases over 5mm for optimal charging.
• Avoid using the phone while charging to prevent heat build-up.
• Remove the device from the charging pad once fully charged.
• Do not leave the product unattended during charging.
• Clean the surface only when power is off.
• Children aged 8 and above may use the device only under appropriate supervision or instruction. Children should not play with the product or clean it without supervision.

Troubleshooting

Still stuck?

If the issue persists after performing all troubleshooting steps, please raise a support request.

Our support team will assist you further.

Support

• Visit: www.portronics.com
• Support Portal: support.portronics.com