Sony ICF-C713 User's Manual
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1. the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Before You Begin Thank you for choosing the Sony clock radio This will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure Before operating the clock radio please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference Features e Dual alarm FM AM PLL phase locked loop synthesized clock radio e 5 random memory presets e Radio and buzzer alarms with the snooze function e LCD display with backlight which has a brightness switch e Self power back up Even if the power supply is interrupted the time setting and the memory will be back up for half an hour without batteries Precautions e Operate the unit only on 120 V AC 60 Hz e Disconnect the cord by grasping the plug Never pull it by t2. the precautions below An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code Antenna Lead in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE SERVICE Damage Requiring Service Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or ping is damage or frayed If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance If the appiienee has been exposed to rain or water The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marke
3. which the current time indication returns to the display e If the radio alarm A RADIO comes on while the radio is playing the station switches to the frequency set under preset number 1 the wake up frequency To set the brightness of the backlight Set BRIGHT to HIGH or LOW to make the display visible Preset Tuning You can preset up to five stations for one touch tuning one under each of preset buttons 1 to 5 Presetting a station Example To set AM 1260 kHz in preset button 2 1 Tune in the station you want to preset See Manual Tuning 2 Press ENTER CLOCK P flashes in the display for a few seconds J m ret 10 OLB MHz kHz ta 3 Press the preset button under which you wish to store the station while the P indication is flashing Two beeps sound to indicate successful presetting AM MH2z kHz e When using the radio alarm preset the station you wish to serve as the alarm the wake up frequency under preset button 1 To change a preset station Press the preset number again after tuning manually to a different station The previous station is replaced by the new one Tuning in a preset station 1 Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio 2 Press the preset button under which the desired station is stored Setting the Alarm You can set the radio and buzzer alarms at the preset time Before setting the alarm be sure to set the clock See Setting the
4. Clock and preset a radio station under preset button 1 See Preset Tuning 1 Turn off the radio 2 While holding down A RADIO or B BUZZER press either TUNING TIME SET or until the desired time appears in the display At this time the A RADIO or B BUZZER indication flashes in the display 3 Release A RADIO or B BUZZER 4 Press ALARM MODE until the alarm you want appears in the display Each time you press ALARM MODE the alarm indication changes as follows No alarm indication L GRADIO and Buzzer el When the alarm time is reached the radio or buzzer sounds for 60 minutes or until turned off To stop the alarm Press ALARM RESET while the alarm is activated The alarm will function at the same time the next day To cancel the alarm Press ALARM MODE until neither the A RADIO nor B BUZZER indication is displayed Notes e The alarm does not function unless you set the clock A RADIO and B BUZZER function e If both the radio and buzzer alarm are set for the same time the radio alarm takes precedence e You can check the alarm time setting by pressing A RADIO or B BUZZER To doze for a few more minutes 1 Press SNOOZE SLEEP OFF The radio or buzzer will shut off but will automatically come on again after about 8 minutes You can use the snooze alarm repeatedly in this manner for about one hour e The alarm indicator flashes continuously during the snooze function Sett
5. SONY 3 860 216 23 1 FM AM PLL Synthesized Clock Radio Operating Instructions ICF C713 Sony Corporation 1997 Printed in Malaysia To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AN DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the AN user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons This symbol is intended to alert the AN user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance The graphical symbols are on the AC power adaptor You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with
6. d change in performance This indicates a need for service If the appliance does not operate normally when following the operating instructions adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation a the appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged Servicing Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Replacement parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by Sony to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H ENTER CLOCK gt SNOOZE SLEEP OFF 7 o o SO WARRANTY 4 557 146 02 Setting the Clock 1 Plug in the clock radio AM 12 00 will flash in the disp
7. electric shock When not in use Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time To disconnect the cord pull it out by grasping the plug Never pull the plug out by the cord Power Cord Protection Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinced by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to the plugs receptacles and the point where the cord exits from the appliance Lightning For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance Cleaning Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it Do not use tque cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony as they may cause hazards ANTENNAS Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed follow
8. he cord e Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat source such as a radiator or airduct or ina place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust mechanical vibration or shock e Do not place the unit on surfaces rugs blankets etc or near materials curtains draperies that block the ventilation holes e Should any liquid or solid object fall into the unit unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further e When the casing becomes soiled clean it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution Never use abrasive cleaners or chemical solvents as they may mar the casing If you have any questions please consult your nearest Sony dealer Specifications Time display 12 hour system Frequency range FM 87 5 108 MHz AM 530 1710 kHz Channel steps FM 0 1 MHz fixed AM 10 kHz fixed Speaker Approx 5 7 cm 2 1 4 in dia Power output 150 mW at 10 harmonic distortion Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz Dimensions Approx 115 x 123 x 85 mm w h d 45 8 x 47 8 x 3 3 8 in incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 420 g 14 8 oz Design and specifications are subject to change without notice IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe all warnings precautions and instructions on the appliance and in t
9. he operating instructions and adhere to them INSTALLATION Water and Moisture Do not use powerline operated appliances near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Heat Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct sunlight Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necra ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Never block the slots and openings by placing the appliance on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Never place the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Accessories Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The appliance may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by Sony An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Wall or Ceiling Mounting If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling mount it only as recommended by So
10. ing the Sleep Timer You can enjoy falling asleep to the radio using the built in sleep timer that turns off the radio automatically after a preset duration 1 Press SLEEP The radio turns on It will go off after the preset time has passed You can set the sleep timer to 90 60 30 or 15 minutes Every push changes the display as follows Current time gt On 90 min Lise 3 o H The radio will play for the time you set then shut off e To turn off the radio before the preset time press SNOOZE SLEEP OFF To Use Both Sleep Timer and Alarm You can fall asleep to the radio sound and you will be awakened by the radio or buzzer alarm at the reset time i Set the alarm See Setting the Alarm 2 Set the sleep timer See Setting the Sleep Timer Troubleshooting Should any problem occur with the unit make the following simple checks to determine whether or not servicing is required If the problem persists consult the nearest Sony dealer The clock does not show the correct time e Has an electrical power outage lasting more than an hour occurred The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound at the preset alarm time e Has the desired radio and or buzzer alarm mode been activated with the ALARM MODE button A RADIO and or B BUZZER indication shown in the display
11. lay 2 While holding down ENTER CLOCK press TUNING TIME SET or until the correct time appears in the display When you release ENTER CLOCK the clock begins to operate e To set the current time rapidly keep pressing the or button while holding down ENTER CLOCK e To set the current time from zero seconds release ENTER CLOCK with the time signal at step 2 e The colon in the time indication is flashes when the radio is off and steadily displayed when it is on Playing the Radio Manual Tuning 1 Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio The band and frequency will appear in the display for a few seconds Then the current time indication returns to the display 2 Press BAND repeatedly to select the desired band 3 Use TUNING TIME SET or to tune in the desired station The FM frequency advances or reverses in 0 1 MHz channel steps and the AM frequency in 10 kHz channel steps A beep sounds and the tuning stops when the upper or lower extremity of the band range is reached 4 Adjust volume using VOL e To turn off the radio press RADIO OFF e To improve reception FM Extend the AC power cord fully to increase FM reception sensitivity since the cord acts as an FM wire antenna AM Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception A ferrite bar antenna is built in to the unit e To check the current station press the button lightly The band and frequency are displayed for a few seconds after
12. ny USE Power Source This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company For those appliances designed to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below For the appliance with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug tally into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in For the appliance with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or
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