Abstract: A clock includes a publicly accessible distributed network, a user interface, and a timing device or a personal computer. The timing device is configured to track universal time and harvest user selected media including text, graphics, sound, video and/or multimedia. The timing device plays the selected media in a programmed order with commercial media at a launch time. After harvesting the publicly accessible network, the media is played in a progressive sequence before the personal computer or the timing device interfaces a Site.

Abstract: A limited-use appliance, such as a garage door operator or a home network bridge device, is disclosed which has at least one input device for generating an input signal and a controller associated with the input device and receiving the input signal. The controller initiates at least one limited-use function of the appliance upon receipt of the input signal. A test device is maintained by the controller, and has a predetermined criteria which determines whether the input signal should be sent on to the controller or not. A warning system may be incorporated so that imminent expiration of the limited-use functions initiate warnings for the benefit of the end-user.

Abstract: A portable entertainment device including a right bay, a center bay and a left bay. The right and left bays are used to house the electrical speakers used in the portable entertainment device and the center bay is used to house both permanently mounted electronics and electronic modules which can be shared between the portable entertainment device and an automotive vehicle. Modules such as satellite receivers, DVD players, MP3 players and the like can comprise the portable modules. The right bay, center bay and left bay are integrated by way of a tubular structure wherein tubular structure forms inner chambers which are used to accommodate batteries, electrical power cords, and can also function as the pressure equalization port for a woofer style speaker housed in one of the bays.

Abstract: A alarm system for providing silent notification to a user including an alarm device. The alarm device includes means for generating an alarm signal, and a transmitter connected to the generating means for transmitting the alarm signal. The system further includes a notification device. The notification device includes a receiver for receiving the alarm signal and means for alerting a user that the notification device has received the alarm signal from the alarm device.

Abstract: A notification system that reminds and/or alerts a digital media capture device that a media event that warrants capture is imminent. The notification system is implemented in conjunction with a digital planner such that event reminders are placed in the digital planner of a digital device and alerts are then sent to an associated digital media capture device proximate to the occurrence of the media event. The alerts may be sent to internal digital media capture devices or the alerts may be sent to external digital media capture devices that are remote from the device on which the digital planner is implemented.

Abstract: The subject device is an alarm mechanism having a voice message or other sound input wherein the mechanism incorporates a taping mechanism to receive and store voice or other audio sounds to be subsequently or simultaneously projected audibly as a signal to awaken the user of the alarm at a designated time comprising generally a caller mode coupled to a recording controller to activate an audio recorder which is in turn activated by a pre-set timer to project the recorded sound.

Abstract: This is a watch which allows a person to be tracked by the global positioning system and also incorporates safety features to protect an individual in the event of danger.

Abstract: A programmable alarm clock system, method of operation and program product therefor with sleep analysis to identify and wake a person during non-REM sleep patterns, resulting in less subsequent drowsiness and better day-to-day functioning. The programmable alarm clock system includes at least one brain activity sensor attachable to a head of a sleeper. Brain activity signals from the sensor(s) are sent to a receiver at a local computer. The user, before retiring inputs a wake up time and attaches the sensor(s). The local computer sends brain activity signals to a remotely connected sleep analyzing server which analyzes the brain activity and identifies REM sleep periods and non-REM sleep periods. The labeled brain activity periods are returned to the local computer which waits for the wake up time. Then, the local computer sets an alarm time by adjusting the wake up time to coincide with a non-REM sleep period, if necessary and if possible.

Abstract: An ear-plug alarm comprises a base station which sets the time, and ear-piece which provides autonomous timing and alarm functions after it is disconnected from the base station. The base station is implemented in personal computer software with an appropriate interface. Each ear-piece stores its own alarm setting, and operates autonomously after it is disconnected, so that a single base station can support any number of ear-pieces. With this method the alarm becomes a count down from the time that it is set, relieving the ear-piece timer of any long-term accuracy requirement.

Abstract: A personalized alarm clock allows a user to receive a predetermined audio and/or image signal, or to place a predetermined telephone call to a selected telephone number at a predetermined time. The personalized alarm clock is generally configured in the form of a portable entertainment device, such as a portable AM/FM radio and/or CD/DVD device. The personalized alarm clock includes at least one input device, at least one output device, at least one input port, at least one output port, at least one telephone jack, an automatic telephone dialer, a central processing unit, at least one memory device, and a power supply. The personalized alarm clock is configured with upper and lower housings connected together by a hinge.

Abstract: An earphone with control device of timing call setting, mainly comprises a earphone device with a plug body end and speaker end, a control circuit device that is disposed between the plug body end and speaker end of the earphone phone, as well as an external setting device. Control circuit comprises a timing setting circuit, time pulse circuit, sound generation circuit, sounds switch circuit and sound recording and broadcasting system. And, a timing setting can be done to the timing setting circuit through external setting device, when a set time is reached, the time pulse circuit outputs a time pulse to timing setting circuit, the sound generation circuit then emit an alarm sound to the sounds switch circuit, and the sounds switch circuit shuts off temporally the sound comes from the earphone device, and switches the alarm sound generated from the sound generation circuit to a speaker end of the earphone so as to reach the purpose of timing call.

Abstract: The present invention provides an alarm clock remote control system and a remote control system with an alarm clock system with alarm clock circuitry that includes: a microprocessor, coupled to the alarm clock activation circuitry, remote IR diode driving circuitry, an internal buzzer, an alarm, a display, and a plurality of input ports and output ports, for providing central control; the display, coupled to the microprocessor, for displaying at least one of: a current time and an alarm time; a speaker, coupled to the microprocessor, the AM/FM radio unit, the internal buzzer, and the alarm, for outputting selected audio; an AM/FM radio tuner, and clock setup circuitry, alarm setup and activation circuitry coupled to the microprocessor for setting the clock, setting the alarm, and activating at least one remote device; and a programmable universal infrared remote device control, coupled to the alarm clock circuitry, for remote programming at least one remote device, and having activation circuitry for activati

Abstract: A timer is provided which is actuated by an incense stick burning to a given point at which point a pivotally movable hammer is released. When the hammer is released, it moves from its first retracted position to a second position in response to gravitational forces wherein it strikes a bowl to make a pleasant alarm sound. The timer is particularly useful and appropriate when used in conjunction with meditation or a similar exercise.

Abstract: A closure cap including a housing including a lower housing portion, an enlarged upper housing portion and defining a shoulder therebetween. The closure cap also includes a switch member being biased outwardly from the shoulder and movable between an outwardly extending position and a retracted position. A timer is carried by the housing and cooperates with the switch member for generating an indication relating to a length of time that the switch member has been in the retracted positioned and corresponding to a time since the closure cap was most recently secured onto the pill container. A child-proof adaptor ring may be removably carried by the housing.

Abstract: An alarm clock radio is provided that handles downloaded audio files and streaming digital audio files. The alarm clock radio may have buttons and displays that allow the user to adjust various alarm clock radio settings. The user may also adjust settings remotely over the Internet or over an in-home network. The user may customize the audio content that is provided with the alarm clock radio. Advertisements may be provided to the user. The user may be provided with an opportunity to subscribe to a content service. Content such as Internet radio station content, e-mail, news and other audio content may be provided to the user from the service. The user may set reminders for particular times and dates using the alarm clock radio. The alarm clock radio may also have a telephone handset. The alarm clock radio may have buttons and knobs and may provide on-screen options that allow the user to tune to AM and FM and Internet radio stations and to control the operation of the alarm clock radio.

Abstract: A breast self-examination prompter device having the purpose of prompting a user to perform a routine breast self-examination is described. The device includes a “Start” for activating the device and selecting a time cycle. A motion sensor is used to detect if a person is located near the device and cause the device to alert the person that the selected time cycle has been completed. The device also includes a micro-controller that provides control logic, timer and power control circuitry. An audio/visual component comprising one or both of an indicator light and an audible alarm is provided to alert the person. When the timing interval has expired and the motion sensor detects a person's presence, the micro-controller activates the audio/visual component. Also, the device includes a “Exam Complete” button for stopping the device.

Abstract: A personalized alarm clock allows a user to receive a predetermined audio and/or image signal, or to place a predetermined telephone call to a selected telephone number at a predetermined time. The personalized alarm clock is generally configured in the form of a portable entertainment device, such as a portable AM/FM radio and/or CD/DVD device. The personalized alarm clock includes at least one input device, at least one output device, at least one input port, at least one output port, at least one telephone jack, an automatic telephone dialer, a central processing unit, at least one memory device, and a power supply. The personalized alarm clock is configured with upper and lower housings connected together by a hinge.

Abstract: A system and method of providing a silent alarm is provided for tactilely alerting a user. The system includes a timekeeping device having a timekeeping mechanism for tracking real time, an input mechanism operatively connected to the timekeeping mechanism for setting an alarm time, a processor operatively connected to the timekeeping mechanism that monitors the real time and the alarm time, and a wireless data transmitter operatively connected to the processor, such that the wireless data transmitter transmits a signal at a predetermined radio frequency when the real time corresponds to the alarm time. The system also includes a silent alarm signaling device secured to a user, wherein said silent alarm signaling device includes a wireless data receiver, a processor operatively connected to the wireless data receiver, and a signaling mechanism operatively controlled by the processor.

Abstract: A pillow capable of being highly useful and convenient to a user. An alarm is arranged at a predetermined portion of a stuffed doll which is made in imitation of a real or fanciful animal or the like. The alarm may be actuated through a timer. The timer may be driven through a cell or a spring. The alarm is constructed so as to generate sound, voice, vibration, light or the like.

Abstract: The watch includes an electric battery housed in a removable drawer (6) engaged in the case (2), said drawer further including an additional electric apparatus powered by the battery. This apparatus may be a device operating in conjunction with the clockwork movement, for example an acoustic or tactile alarm member, or an independent device, for example a sensor or a data transmission device.

Abstract: An articulated bed includes head/back and foot/leg sections each provided with a conventional electrically powered motor driver for driving an associated massage/ vibrator motor. A remote control handset includes a microprocessor for generating time-of-day signals and a key pad is used to encode a bed code which is bed-specific and a wake time. The microcontroller compares a predetermined wake-time setting with present time of day and generates a wake authorization signal which is transmitted to a receiver associated with the bed. The received signal of the receiver is conducted to a microcontroller which authenticates the bed code signal and responsive thereto energizes one or both of the vibrators at the desired wake time, preferably initiating minimum vibrations and progressively increasing vibrations to a maximum to wake an individual in/upon the bed.

Abstract: A method of reminding a user of a forthcoming event, the method being performed by a processor and comprising the steps of: (a) acquiring the time when the forthcoming event is due to occur; (b) acquiring a user-selected digital image associated with the said forthcoming event; (c) storing the digital image in a digital image storage device; and (d) displaying the said digital image before the user a predetermined time period in advance of the said time when the said forthcoming event is due to occur, in order to remind the user of the said forthcoming event.

Abstract: An ear-plug alarm comprises a base station which sets the time, and ear-piece which provides autonomous timing and alarm functions after it is disconnected from the base station. The base station is implemented in personal computer software with an appropriate interface. Each ear-piece stores its own alarm setting, and operates autonomously after it is disconnected, so that a single base station can support any number of ear-pieces. With this method the alarm becomes a count down from the time that it is set, relieving the ear-piece timer of any long-term accuracy requirement.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process and a device for reproducing the current time using at least one reproduction element in which the state of the reproduction elements is assigned to the current time. As claimed in the invention the reproduction of the current time takes place especially graphically in that the states of the reproduction elements (5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26) reproduce the ambient states matched to the actual environment.

Abstract: A baby blanket with baby monitoring system for monitoring the weight of a baby. The baby blanket with baby monitoring system includes a blanket that has a weight sensor positioned in an interior of the blanket. The weight sensor is adapted for measuring a weight of an object resting on the blanket. A control unit that has a microcontroller is operationally coupled to the weight sensor. The control unit also has a main audio alarm. The main audio alarm is operationally coupled to the microcontroller. The microcontroller activates the main audio alarm upon the weight sensor sensing a weight outside of a pre-selected range of weight values. In addition, a remote unit can be used to monitor the weight sensor at a distance.

Abstract: A system for generating a humanly perceptible signal at one or more predetermined points in time, at which one or more medications must be taken or a time-dependent medical procedure must be implemented, includes a control unit at which the time or times are stored, and which includes a time measuring unit which provides a signal upon the occurrence of the time or times, and at least one signaling device disposed remote from said control unit, which receives a signal via a communication system from the control unit and which emits a visually perceptible reminder upon receipt of the signal. The control unit and the signal device are disposed in a building which is occupied, or can be occupied at times, by a patient, and the communication system is integrated as a part of the building.

Abstract: A method for transmitting an alarm over a cordless broadcast system having a base station in communication with a mobile unit and a computer. The computer includes a speech recognition system. The method includes requesting an alarm setting for a specified time with a voice command at the mobile unit and storing the requested alarm setting in the computer. The alarm is broadcast at the specified time to the mobile unit.

Abstract: A device for assisting an individual participating in a focused breathing session consisting of at least one respiration cycles. The device produces a first sensory cue which corresponds to the exhalation phase of the respiratory cycle and a second sensory cue which corresponds to the inhalation phase of the respiratory cycle. The first and second sensory cues are repeatedly produced by the device over the duration of the focused breathing session at a rate selected by the individual. In one embodiment of the device, the sensory cues are visually produced by a light projecting sphere. In another embodiment, the sensory cues are audible.

Abstract: A pillow alarm device for waking up a user. The device includes a pillow having a compartment therein with an alarm clock provided in the compartment. A vibrating device is also provided in the compartment. The vibrating device is adapted for vibrating the pillow to wake a user resting on the pillow when activated. The vibrating device is electrically connected to the alarm clock so that the alarm clock activates the vibrating device when an alarm of the alarm device is activated.

Abstract: A remotely activated snooze control circuit for enabling a snooze alarm from a position remote from the snooze control circuit. The remotely activated snooze control circuit includes a remote control unit including an infrared signal generator and a transmitter. An alarm clock is located remotely from the remote control unit and includes an infrared receiver and a control unit connected to the infrared receiver and the snooze control circuit. When the infrared signal is transmitted by the remote control unit and received by the alarm clock, the snooze control circuit is activated to prevent the alarm clock from generating an alarm signal for a predetermined period of time. The remote control unit is preferably in the form of a laser gun and includes a trigger, a speaker and a visual alarm generator. Pressing the trigger initiates activation of the infrared signal and causes the speaker and visual alarm generator to produce audible and visual alarm signals simulating the firing of a laser gun.

Abstract: An improved programmable and remote-controlled device for awakening a user through the user's sense of touch is disclosed. The device utilizes a time keeping alarm circuit to accurately track and display time and also to output an alarm signal at a user-defined preset alarm time. The alarm signal is modulated, amplified, encrypted, and transmitted to a receiving unit. The receiving unit is strapped to or otherwise held against the user's body. The receiving unit decodes the received encrypted alarm signal and activates a vibrating mechanism utilized to awaken the user via the vibrating mechanism without relying upon an audible alarm.

Abstract: A pillow with incorporated alarm system including a cover portion defined by a front panel and a back panel. The front panel and the back panel are secured together along an outer periphery thereof. The cover portion contains padded material interiorly thereof. An alarm clock is disposed within the interior of the cover portion. A plurality of pressure sensors are disposed within the interior of the cover portion in a spaced relationship. Each of the sensors are in communication with the alarm clock whereby a lack of pressure will subsequently deactivate the alarm clock when activated.

Abstract: An alarm clock system including an alarm clock circuit having an alarm output signal; a radio transmitter circuit responsive to the alarm output signal of the alarm clock circuit in a manner to transmit a transmitted alarm signal; and an ear insert including an audible output transducer positioned within an ear insert housing, a radio receiving and alarm generating circuit tuned to receive the transmitted alarm signal and in electrical connection with the audible output transducer, the radio receiving and alarm generating circuit generating a signal to the audible output transducer in response to receipt of the transmitted alarm signal. In one preferred embodiment the radio transmitter is electrically coupled to the alarm clock circuit. In another preferred embodiment the radio transmitter circuit includes an audio pick-up, the alarm clock circuit includes a speaker, and the radio transmitter circuit is coupled to the alarm clock circuit through the speaker and the audio pick-up.

Abstract: A new Pressure Controlled Alarm Clock System for providing an alarm clock alarm which can not be turned off unless a user is removed from a bed, and where the alarm restarts if the user returns to the bed in a predetermined amount of time. The inventive device includes an alarm clock, a pressure switch normally open and in communication with the alarm clock to control the alarm, the pressure switch is positioned mesial a box spring and a mattress for determing if the user is in or out of the bed. The pressure switch further includes an adjustment member for adjusting the sensivity of the pressure switch. A heat sensing pad may be utilized as an alternative to the pressure switch thereby detecting the user's body heat near the surface of the mattress.

Abstract: A silent alarm clock including a portable receiver unit with a wrist watch-type configuration. The receiver unit includes a vibrator adapted to create a vibrating sensation upon the receipt of a radio signal. To provide power to the receiver unit a rechargeable battery is included with a pair of associated contacts and a charger adapted to allow the recharging thereof. Also included is a base transmitter unit with a recharging base having a pair of contacts for contacting those of the receiver unit in a recharge orientation. A clock unit is situated within the base transmitter unit having associated control circuitry and a speaker. The clock circuitry is adapted to define at least two predetermined times. The base transmitter unit is adapted to transmit an audio signal via the speaker at a predetermined time if the receiver unit is the recharge orientation thereof and further generate a radio signal via free space if the receiver unit is not in the recharge orientation.

Abstract: Phosphepinium Salts ThereofThe present invention relates to phosphonium salts of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which Ar--Ar is a biphenyl radical, a 1-phenylnaphthyl radical or a 1,1'-binaphthyl radical, each CH.sub.2 group is arranged in the ortho position to the Ar--Ar bond, R is F, an alkyl radical or an alkoxy radical respectively having 1 to 8 carbon atoms, n is an integer from 0 to 4, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are identical or different and, independently of each other, are an alkyl radical having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, a cycloaliphatic radical having 5 to 10 carbon atoms, or are a radical Ar.sup.1 --(R.sup.3).sub.m, where Ar.sup.1 is a phenyl or naphthyl radical, R.sup.3 is F, Cl, CF.sub.3, SO.sub.3 H, SO.sub.3 Me (Me.dbd.Li, Na or K), a dialkylamino radical having 2 to 8 carbon atoms, an alkyl radical or an alkoxy radical respectively having 1 to 8 carbon atoms and m is an integer from 0 to 5, or R.sup.1 and R.sup.

Abstract: An alarm clock including clock having a control circuit with a solenoid switch, and a rack having an upright post with a magnet, wherein when the alarm circuit of the clock is ringing, the battery lid and the alarm button of the clock are locked if the clock is not put in the rack; when the lock is put in the rack as the alarm circuit of the clock is ringing, a solenoid switch is induced by a magnet in the rack to unlock the battery lid and the alarm button, for permitting the user to turn off the alarm.

Abstract: The silent alarm comprises a wrist band housing which can be attached to the wrist of a person. A signal receiving device is mounted in the wrist band housing for receiving a signal from a clock controlled transmitter. Vibratory means are also mounted in the housing and are connected to the signal receiving device. A battery is mounted in the wrist band to energize the vibratory means when the signal receiving device receives a signal in order to quietly awaken a sleeping person wearing the wrist band.

Abstract: A system for monitoring an infant-bearing device includes a microprocessor responsive to a resident program. A first circuit connected to the microprocessor and to a sensor automatically activates operation of the microprocessor to a "monitor" mode upon detection of the infant's presence, maintains operation of the microprocessor for a predetermined time period at least equal to a running time of the program and terminates operation of the microprocessor at the expiration of the predetermined time period if termination of the patient's presence occurs prior to expiration of the predetermined time period. A second circuit operates the system in response to signals received from a remote control device to deactivate the system from the "monitor" mode. The microprocessor is further responsive to the first circuit to activate the system to the "monitor" mode after deactivation if the sensor subsequently detects termination and resumption of the infant's presence on the device.

Abstract: A timer for controlling an operation start and/or end of an electrical apparatus at a manually input operation time. The timer includes a clock having an active state and a nonactive state, which generates a current time in the active state. A reset circuit sets the clock to the nonactive state. Entering an initial time to the clock sets the clock to the active state. The timer has two operating modes. In one mode, the operation time is designated by a target time. In the other mode, the operation time is designated by a time interval. The operating mode is automatically changed based on the state of the clock. If the clock is in the active state, the operation time is designated by the target time. In the nonactive state, the operation time is designated by the time interval.

Abstract: The invention provides a device that cautions the user of medication, for example, by visual change and/or surface contour change of a part of a medicine container, that a preset time since an event, such as since the last prior use or application of the medication, has not transpired. The medicine container cover or an indicating element of the container or cover changes visually or dimensionally to signal the user that it is not advisable to administer the next dose of the medication. The device shuts itself down upon changing to a permissive configuration, and requires no power input until it is again activated by accessing the container.

Abstract: A watch incorporates an alarm signal generating device with activating means for the user comprising a pin which once actuated is not readily resettable by an attacker. The alarm may be tested by alternative operation of the pin.

Abstract: A signalling device to be worn on the person includes an emergency button (2) which triggers an internal transmitter to transmit an encoded identification signal followed by audio signals derived from sounds picked up by a microphone (3). The transmitted signals are picked up by a control box (21) containing a radio receiver which encodes the signals and commands an alarm box (24) to send out an audible and/or visual warning. Such warnings alternate with periods in which the alarm box broadcasts sounds picked up by the microphone (3).

Abstract: A data display radio pager for producing, on receiving a signal including a preassigned address number, an alert and displaying a message also included in the signal on a display. When the radio pager receives a signal including a message with time data, it again alerts the user of the radio pager and displays the message on the display at a particular time based on the time data contained in the message.

Abstract: An alert system for alerting a supervisor when an employee has worked beyond a predetermined time limit. The alert system comprises a time collection device that is interfaced with at least one alarm device. The time collection device is selectably operable to detect the input time when the employee clocks in and to generate an alert message when the employee works beyond the predetermined time limit. The predetermined time limit is set to a predetermined amount of time before a potential labor control violation, such as a violation of child labor laws or a violation of wage and hour laws, is about to occur. The time collection device comprises an input device interfaced with a controller which has the predetermined time limit stored in memory. The time collection device also includes a timer that is interfaced with the controller. The timer records the time that the employee clocks in and monitors the elapsed time after the input time.

Abstract: A rotatable alarm clock includes a clock body received in a hemispherical socket which is attached on a base. A plurality of hemispherical covers are rotatably received in a space defined between the alarm body and the hemispherical socket. An alarm switch is installed on the alarm body. A motor is positioned in the alarm body and is capable of driving the plurality of covers to rotate via a speed-reducing gear set. When the alarm clock alarms according to a preset time, the plurality of hemispherical covers are driven by the motor to rotate to cover the alarm clock body thus preventing a user to operate the alarm switch to turn off the alarm. The user has to concentrate his/her mind to rotate the hemispherical covers back to original positions to operate the alarm switch.

Abstract: Apparatus for displaying data such as time or weight samples, comprising a data generator means, a pseudorandom number generator, a function generator for generating modified data samples functionally related to the original data samples and the pseudorandom numbers, and display means for displaying the modified data. The function generator may be an adder, for example. The data may represent time, weight, or another quantity.

Abstract: An electronic wall mountable alarm clock is simulative of a basketball backboard with red lighted numbers displaying the time of day. The backboard has buttons on top for setting the time and the alarm. A rim attached to the backboard has two photocells positioned directly across from each other such that when the alarm sounds at a previously set time, a ball can be tossed through the basket between the photocells shutting the alarm off. Soft rubber balls can be used with the hoop alarm clock. The alarm can also be turned off manually.

Abstract: An aromatic alarm system for awakening a user to a pleasant smell at a pre-selected time comprising, in combination an electronic processor couplable to a source of power adapted to provide electric power and controls to the system; an optical display operatively coupled to the processor to display a time of day and a starting time, the optical display having associated operator variable controls to change the time of day and starting time; and an atomizer, a housing supporting the atomizer, the housing also supporting the processor, the atomizer including a reservoir of fluid to be atomized, an outlet orifice for dispensing atomized fluid, tubing coupling the outlet orifice and reservoir, a pump coupled to the tubing to convey fluid from the reservoir to the outlet orifice and convert it from the liquid state into the atomized state, a motor with an operator controlled variable resistor to operate the pump at a pre-selected intensity, an operator controlled on/off switch to energize the motor to allow activa

Abstract: An alarm clock is provided which coordinates mechanical motion or action with a distinctive sound, when the alarm clock reaches a set alarm time. The action alarm clock includes an elongated base defining a linear track for movement of an object such as a train engine between end stops when the alarm clock reaches the set alarm time. Such movement is accompanied by an audible sound comprising a novelty sound chosen to correspond with the nature of the moving object. When the moving object reaches a front end stop, the sound is terminated and a regular alarm clock signal is enabled.