FM/AM Clock Radio
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1. T O O O U O G SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF HIGH LOW ALARM VOLUME Battery compartment A B O 4 8 B SX About the backup battery To keep good time as backup power source this unit has one CR2032 battery inside of the unit in addition to the house current The battery keeps the clock and the alarm operating in the event of a power interruption Knowing when to replace the battery When the battery becomes weak 7 indicator appears in the display In the event of a power interruption when the battery is weak current time and alarm functions will be initialized Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium battery Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Installing and replacing the backup battery 1 Keep the AC plug connected to the AC outlet remove the screw that secures the battery compartment at the bottom of the unit using a screwdriver and remove the battery compartment See Fig EY 2 Insert a new battery in the battery compartment with the side facing up To remove the battery from the battery compartment push it out from the side marked PUSH See Fig EN 3 Insert the battery compartment back into the unit and secure it with the screw See Fig H 0 4 When you are replacing the battery press RADIO ON to turn indicator off in the display Note If you replace the battery do not disconnect AC plug from AC outle2. e Various types of alarms radio and buzzer e Automatic time set When you plug the clock in for the first time the current time will be shown in the display e Automatic Daylight Saving Time Summer time adjustment e Date button to display month day and year e Brightness control High Middle Low e No Power No Problem alarm system to keep the clock and the alarm operating during a power interruption with a CR2032 battery installed e Extendable snooze snooze time can be extended from 10 to 60 minutes in maximum every time you use 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 your nearest Sony dealer The clock flashes AM 12 00 due to a power interruption e The battery is low Replace the battery Remove the old battery and install a new one The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound at the preset alarm time e Has the desired radio or buzzer alarm been activated i e Does the A or B indicator light up The radio alarm is activated but no sound comes on at the preset alarm time e Has VOLUME been adjusted Precautions e Operate the unit on the power sources specified in Specifications e To disconnect the power cord mains lead pull it out by the plug not the cord e Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat source such as a r
3. This Limited Warranty only covers product issues caused by defects in material or workmanship during ordinary consumer use it does not cover product issues caused by any other reason including but not limited to product issues due to commercial use acts of God misuse limitations of technology or modification of or to any part of the Sony product This Limited Warranty does not cover Sony products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables such as fuses or batteries This Limited Warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the product This Limited Warranty is valid only in the United States LIMITATION ON DAMAGES SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery CR2032 as back up power source for the clo
4. summer time While the Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment is set as a result if the alarm is set at a time skipped when the daylight saving time summer time begins the alarm is skipped or if the alarm is set at a time overlapped when the daylight saving time summer time ends the alarm sounds twice If the same alarm time is set for both alarm ALARM A and B the ALARM A takes priority To doze for a few more minutes Press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF The sound turns off but will automatically come on again after about 10 minutes Each time you press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF the snooze time changes as follows 10 gt 20 gt 30 gt 40 50 60 The maximum length of the snooze time is 60 minutes The display shows the snooze time for about 4 seconds and returns to show the current time When you press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF after the current time appears the snooze time starts from 10 minutes again To stop the Alarm Press RADIO OFF ALARM RESET to turn off the alarm The alarm will come on again at the same time the next day If RADIO OFF ALARM RESET is not pressed the alarm sounds continuously for about 60 minutes and then it will be stop automatically To deactivate the Alarm Turn ALARM A or B to OFF A or B indicator disappears from the display Note on alarm in the event of a power interruption In the event of a power interruption alarm functions work until the battery is empty Bu
5. 2 899 361 22 1 SONY FM AM Clock Radio ICF C318 Operating Instructions DREAM MACHINE Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation oses No Power No problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in China http www sony net Portable Audio LIMITED WARRANTY ws orv Sony Electronics Inc Sony warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the time periods and as set forth below Pursuant to this Limited Warranty Sony will at its option i repair the product using new or refurbished parts or ii replace the product with a new or refurbished product For purposes of this Limited Warranty refurbished means a product or part that has been returned to its original specifications In the event of a defect these are your exclusive remedies Term For a period of one 1 year from the original date of purchase of the product Sony will at its option repair or replace with new or refurbished product or parts any product or parts determined to be defective Ss ie z R BEE LR KE KN SRR OR gs Sige This Limited Warranty covers only the hardware components packaged with the Product It does not cover technical assistance for hardware or software usage and it does not cover any software products whether or not contained in the Product any such software is provided AS IS unless expressly provided for in any enclosed s
6. adiator or airduct or in a place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust mechanical vibration or shock Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build up Do not place the unit on a surface a rug blanket etc or near materials a curtain that might block the ventilation holes Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualified personnel before operating it any further e To clean the casing use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit please consult your nearest Sony dealer Specifications Time display 12 hour System Frequency range Band Frequency FM 87 5 108 MHz AM 530 1 710 kHz Speaker Approx 6 6 cm 2 s inches dia 8 Q Power output 150 mW at 10 harmonic distortion Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz For power backup 3 V DC one CR2032 battery Dimensions Approx 155 x 82 8 x 151 5 mm w h d 6 1 s x 3 3 sx 6 inches incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 524 4 g 1 lb 2 5 oz incl CR2032 battery 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 th
7. by Sony 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 fully 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 fir
8. ck which is preset to EST EDT Eastern Standard Time Daylight Time at the factory And this battery is considered part of the product For customers who purchased this product in the USA Please register this product on line at http www sony com productregistration Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic mailings about new products services and other important announcements Registering your product will also allow us to contact you in the unlikely event that the product needs adjustment or modification Thank you To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 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 at t
9. e 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 necessary 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
10. e or electric shock When not in use Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long peri d 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 pinched 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 liquid 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 instal
11. he bottom of the unit 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 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 WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated Do not recharge disassemble or dispose of in fire For the state of california USA only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Perchlorate Material Lithium battery contains perchlorate Features Dual alarm FM AM Clock radio
12. inutes and then by 10 minute increments While setting the clock you must perform each step within 65 seconds or the clock setting mode will be cancelled To display the year and date Press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF once for the date and within about 3 seconds press it again for the year The display shows the date or year for about 3 seconds and then changes back to the current time If you connect the AC plug to AC outlet while this unit is powered from the backup power source the current date and time appears in the following order It is same as when the unit is powered on after the power failure month and date about 1 second year about 1 second current time To change the display to the daylight saving time summer time indication Change the daylight saving time summer time adjustment setting according to the following procedures if you have cancelled the Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment Press DST DST indicator appears in the display and the time indication changes to the daylight saving time summer time To deactivate the daylight saving time summer time adjustment press DST again Setting the brightness of the display Three levels of brightness are available by pressing BRIGHTNESS High default Middle Low Playing the radio 1 Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio 2 Adjust volume using VOLUME 3 Select BAND 4 Tune in to a sta
13. led follow 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 2 NEC Section 810 20 Ground Clamps Electric Service Equipment NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE SERVICE Damage Requiring Service Unplug the appianee from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or pogi damage or frayed If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance If the appliance has been exposed t
14. o rain or water The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked 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 If the ery lance 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 pe a Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H CLOCK 000000000000 TIME ZONE DST OO priciTwess _ SLEEP RADIO BUZZER o OFF
15. oftware Limited Warranty Please refer to the End User License Agreements included with the Product for your rights and obligations with respect to the software SBR BRON We EE Instructions To obtain warranty service you must deliver the product freight prepaid in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to the Sony authorized service facility specified It is your responsibility to backup any data software or other materials you may have stored or pre served on your unit It is likely that such data software or other materials will be lost or reformatted during service and Sony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss A dated purchase receipt is required For specific instructions on how to obtain warranty service for your product The Address of the Laredo Fulfillment Center is Laredo Fulfillment Center 10227 Crossroads Loop Suite B Laredo TX 78045 Visit Sony s Web Site www sony com service Or call the Sony Customer Information Service Center 1 800 222 SONY 7669 For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer call 1 800 488 SONY 7669 Repair Replacement Warranty This Limited Warranty shall apply to any repair replacement part or replace ment product for the remainder of the original Limited Warranty period or for ninety 90 days whichever is longer Any parts or product replaced under this Limited Warranty will become the property of Sony
16. t Otherwise current time and alarm will be initialized BUZZER o oRADIO RADIO o lo o OFF ALARM RESET There is a tactile dot beside VOLUME to show the direction to turn up the volume VOLUME afl DN NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY Dispose of used battery promptly Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children Should the battery be swallowed immediately consult a doctor Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers otherwise a short circuit may occur Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight fire or the like Battery Warning When the unit will be left unplugged for a long time remove the battery to avoid undue battery discharge and damage to the unit from battery leakage Setting the clock for the first time This unit is preset to the current date and time at the factory and is powered by the back up battery All you need to do the first time is just plug it in and select your time zone 1 Plug in the unit month and date about 1 second gt year about 1 second the current EST EDT Eastern Standard Daylight Time appears in the display 2 Press TIME ZONE Area number 2 appears in the display If you live in the Eastern Time zone you do not need to adjust
17. t beeps sound when the display returns to 90 The radio will play for the duration you set then shut off To turn off the radio before the preset time Press RADIO OFF ALARM RESET or SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF To use both sleep timer and alarm You can fall asleep to the radio and also be awakened by the radio or buzzer alarm at the preset time 1 Set the alarm See Setting the alarm 2 Set the sleep timer See Setting the sleep timer
18. t following functions are different Display will disappear When the alarm sound is set to RADIO it will change to BUZZER automatically If the power returns while the alarm sounds the alarm sounds continuously for about 60 minutes when the power returns The alarm buzzes for about one minute stops temporarily and will buzz again after about five minutes if neither SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF or RADIO OFF ALARM RESET are pressed while the alarm is buzzing If the alarm buzzes and stops either automatically after 1 minute or by pressing SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF five times the alarm is automatically reset in the case of a power interruption The alarm will buzz for 30 minutes after power is resumed if the power is resumed within 60 minutes from the alarm time If you press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF while the alarm sounds snooze time is set to 10 minutes During a power failure snooze time cannot be set to more than 10 minutes If indicator appears in the display the alarm will not work in the event of power interruption Replace the battery if C1 indicator appears Setting the sleep timer You can fall asleep to the radio using the built in sleep timer that turns off the radio automatically after a preset duration Press SLEEP The radio turns on You can set the sleep timer to durations of 90 60 30 or 15 minutes Each press changes the display as follows OFF gt 90 60 t is 3 H Two shor
19. the area setting Area number Time zone 1 Atlantic Standard Daylight Time 2 Eastern Standard Daylight Time default 3 Central Standard Daylight Time 4 Mountain Standard Daylight Time S Pacific Standard Daylight Time 6 7 Yukon Standard Daylight Time Hawaiian Standard Daylight Time 3 Press TIME ZONE repeatedly until the desired number appears The display returns to the clock about 4 seconds after the operation is complete Note During the shipment and your first use a clock error may occur In this case refer to Setting the clock and date to set the correct time When daylight saving time summer time begins The following models employ the Automatic Daylight Saving Time Summer Time adjustment The DST indicator in the display appears in the display at the beginning of the daylight saving time summer time and disappears at the end of it e Daylight saving time begins at 2 00 AM on the second Sunday of March e Standard time begins at 2 00 AM on the first Sunday of November To cancel the Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment and to set DST display manually The Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment can be cancelled Press and hold DST for more than 3 seconds while the clock is displayed A beep sounds and Aut OFF appears in the display to show that the Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment is cancelled The display returns to the clock Notes e The change
20. timing of Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment employed by the unit see above is subjected to variation by circumstances and the law in each country region In such a case cancel the Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment and set DST display manually as necessary The customer who lives in the country region that has not introduced the daylight saving time summer time must cancel Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment before using the set To activate the Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment again press and hold DST for more than 3 seconds A beep sounds and Aut On appears in the display to show that the Automatic DST Summer Time adjustment is activated The display returns to the clock To change the display to the daylight saving time summer time manually see To change the display to the daylight saving time summer time indication Setting the clock and date To change the setting manually follow the procedure from step 1 1 Press CLOCK for more than 2 seconds You will hear a beep and the year will start to flash in the display Press or until the correct year appears in the display Press CLOCK Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the month day and time After setting the time two short beep sound and the clock starts from 0 seconds A Pressing and holding or changes the year month or day rapidly When setting the current time time changes rapidly by 1 minute increments up to 10 m
21. tion using TUNING To turn off the radio Press RADIO OFF ALARM RESET Improving the reception FM The AC power cord functions as an FM antenna Extend the AC power cord fully to increase reception sensitivity Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception A ferrite bar AM antenna is built in to the unit Do not operate the unit over a steel desk or metal surface as this may lead to interference of reception Setting the alarm The dual alarm function allows you to set two alarm programs ALARM A and ALARM B The alarm time can be set for each program and the alarm sound is selectable from RADIO or BUZZER Notes e Before setting the alarm make sure to set the clock see Setting the clock and date e The factory setting alarm time is PM 12 00 To set the radio alarm first tune in to a station and adjust the volume see Playing the radio e When you set the buzzer alarm set ALARM VOLUME to LOW or HIGH To set the alarm time 1 Set ALARM A or B to the desired alarm sound RADIO or BUZZER The alarm time appears for a few seconds and then the A or B indicator lights up in the display It does not appear when the switch is set to OFF 2 Turn ALARM TIME SET A or B or to set the desired time Each turn of ALARM TIME SET A or B or changes the indication by 1 minute If you turn and hold ALARM TIME SET A or B or the alarm time goes forward or backward b
22. y 1 minute up to 10 minutes and then by 10 minutes increments While setting the alarm time the A or B indicator flashes in the display The following example is when setting the ALARM A ice B Law When the alarm time setting operation is complete the display returns to the clock after a few seconds and the A or B indicator changes from flashing to fully lit e While ALARM A or B is set to RADIO or BUZZER the alarm time setting can be changed by ALARM TIME SET A or B One turn of ALARM TIME SET A or B displays the alarm time for about 4 seconds By turning ALARM TIME SET A or B while the alarm time appears in the display the alarm time will be changed The A or B indicator flashes in the display while The alarm time appears in the display The alarm sounds Snooze function is turned on Nl The alarm time setting cannot be changed if ALARM A or B is set to OFF If ALARM TIME SET A or B is turned OFF appears in the display for about 0 5 seconds If a second alarm sounds during a first or the snooze function is active the second alarm takes priority e CLOCK DST and TIME ZONE are unavailable while the alarm sounds or snooze function is turned on The ALARM VOLUME setting works together with the beep sound volume If the ALARM VOLUME is set to LOW the beep sound will be also set to low e The alarm function works as usual at the beginning and end day of the daylight saving time
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