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1. 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 Every push changes the display as follows OFF gt 90 60 Lie we You will hear two beeps when the display turns from OFF to 90 SLEEP will appear in the display when the duration time is set The radio will play for the duration you set then shut off e To turn off the radio before the preset time press 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 a preset time 1 Set the alarm See Setting the Alarm 2 Set the sleep timer See Setting the Sleep Timer
2. 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 oppiance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plugis damage or frayed If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance If the appliance has been exposed to 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 a
3. being received press TUNING or or ON BAND lightly The display shows the band and frequency for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time Improving the Reception FM Extend the FM wire antenna fully to increase reception sensitivity AM Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception A ferrite bar 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 Presetting Your Favourite Station Preset Tuning You can preset up to 10 stations in FM 5 stations in FM1 5 stations in FM2 and 5 stations in AM Presetting a Station 1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in Playing the Radio and manually tune into the station you wish to preset 2 Hold down the desired STATION SELECT PRESET button until you hear two short beeps Example To preset AM 1 260 kHz onto preset 2 button a j I j D Voneser J E he The display shows the frequency for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time To preset another station repeat these steps To change the preset station tune into the desired station and hold down the PRESET TUNING 1 to 5 button The new station will replace the previous station on the preset button Tuning into a preset station 1 Press ON BAND to turn on the radio 2 Press STATION SELECT PRESET where the desired station is stored 3 Adjust volume using VOLUME Afte
4. 3 263 574 21 1 SONY FM AM PLL Synthesized Clock Radio ICF C273 Operating Instructions DREAM MACHINE Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation Printed on 100 recycled paper using VOC Volatile Organic Compound free vegetable oil based ink Printed in China 2004 Sony Corporation http www sony net Tape Cassette Player Recorder CD Player Mini Disc DAT Radio Head Phone Speaker MIC Personals LIMITED WARRANTY BK Sony Electronics Inc Sony warrants this Product including any accessories against defects in material or Z workmanship as follows 1 For a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase if this Product is determined to be defective Sony will repair or replace the Product at its option at no charge After this one 1 year period you must pay for the replacement unit This warranty does not cover costs incurred in connection with the removal and re installation of radios speakers or accessories nor does it cover any other contingent expenses 2 To obtain warranty service you must take the Product or deliver the Product freight prepaid in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to any Factory Sony Service facility or to the Laredo Fulfillment Center See below for additional information This warranty does not cover customer instruction installation set up adjustments or signal reception prob lems T
5. J og lever A up or V down to select the desired wake up station Preset number changes in the order as follows D AMP1to5 FM2 P1 to5 lt FM1 P1 to5 J P is the last received station You can directly select the desired wake up station by pressing ON BAND or the STATION SELCET PRESET button while the indication P is not displayed 5 Press ENTER BRIGHTNESS Two short beeps will confirm the setting and the ALARM A or B display will disappear EJ Setting the Sound Alarm For the sound alarm the sound you specified as the wake up sound is played 1 Perform steps 1 to 4 in To set the Alarm Time 2 Press Jog lever A up or V down to select SOUND alarm mode WAKE UP SOUND appears in the display 3 Press ENTER BRIGHTNESS The displayed wake up sound number will sound 4 Press Jog lever A up or V down to select the desired wake up sound 1 Buzzer 2 Four seasons Spring Antonio Lucio Vivaldi 3 For Eliza Ludwig van Beethoven 5 Press ENTER BRIGHTNESS Two short beeps will confirm the setting and the ALARM A or B display will disappear To Use the Radio and Buzzer Alarm 1 Set both alarm times for ALARM A or ALARM B see above 2 Press ALARM A or B The ALARM A or B display will be turned on If the same alarm time is set for both Alarm A and B Alarm A takes priority To Doze for a Few More Minutes Press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF The radio or buzzer turns
6. ainst 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 Features e Dual alarm FM AM PLL phase locked loop synthesized clock radio e Triple time display main display for the clock and two sub displays for the alarms e Green backlight LCD with adjustable brightness e Date button to display the year month and day e Easy preset digital tuning with 15 memory presets DS T Daylight Saving Time Summer time adjustment one hour skip function e Various types of alarms radio buzzer and 2 melodies e Extendable snooze snooze time can be extended from 10 to 60 minutes maximum e Nap Timer all
7. d 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 installed 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
8. ed 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 FM 87 5 108 MHz AM 530 1 710 kHz Channel steps FM 0 1 MHz fixed AM 10 kHz fixed Speaker Approx 6 6 cm 2 s in dia 8 Q Power output 200 mW at 10 harmonic distortion Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz Dimensions Approx 173 x 57 2 x 133 5 mm w h d 6 s X 2 3 sX 5 s in incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 630 g 1 Ib 6 2 oz Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Lead free solder is used for soldering Halogenated flame retardants are not used in printed wiring boards 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 the 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 neces
9. his warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negli gence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the Product including the antenna This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance connection to improper voltage supply or attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by Sony to service the Product This warranty does not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables such as fuses or batteries This warranty is valid only in the United States Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is within the Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the Product REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIB ITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICU LAR 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 PO on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above l
10. imitations or exclusions may not apply to you In addition Bae if you enter into a service contract with the Sony Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale the limitation on Be SON how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state The Address of the Laredo Fulfillment Center is Laredo Fulfillment Center 10227 Crossroads Loop Suite B Laredo TX 78045 For your convenience Sony Electronics Inc has established telephone numbers for frequently asked questions To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you or for service assistance or resolution of a service problem or for product information or operation call Sony Customer Information Services Center 1 800 222 7669 or visit the Sony Web Site Www sony com ieee For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer call X a s ve 33 oe ae ve 1 800 488 SONY 7669 OK Se SS X Bi me Seis SES R D 455714604 7 ees xX 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 m
11. ing on area The channel step of this unit is factory set to 10 kHz to change the setting as shown below to be able to listen to the radio Area Channel step North and South America 10 kHz Other countries regions 9 kHz 1 Plug in the clock radio Press OFF ALARM RESET to turn off the power 2 While holding down OFF ALARM RESET keep pressing ON BAND for more than 5 seconds The AM channel step will be changed If you proceed to step 2 again the channel step changes again Notes e When the AM channel step is changed the preset stations for AM will be initialized e When the AM channel step is changed the FM channel step also will be changed Playing the Radio Manual Tuning 1 Press ON BAND to turn on the radio The display shows the band and frequency for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time 2 Press ON BAND repeatedly to select the desired band Each press changes the band as follows Poo ee ee od When using FM1 or FM2 preset mode you may listen to the radio on either mode See Presetting Your Favourite Station 3 Use TUNING or to tune into the desired station The FM frequency advances or reverses in 0 1 MHz channel steps and the AM frequency in 10 kHz channel steps Two short beeps sound when the minimum frequency of each band is received during tuning 4 Adjust volume using VOLUME e To turn off the radio press OFF ALARM RESET e To check the station
12. odification Thank you To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only Do not install the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet To prevent fire or shock hazard do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus 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 the bottom of the unit WARNING 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 ag
13. off but will automatically come on again after about 10 minutes Every time you press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF the snooze time changes as follows 10 gt 20 gt 30 gt 40 50 60 The display shows the snooze time for a few seconds and returns to show the current time When you press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF after the current time appeared the snooze time starts from 10 minutes again The maximum length of the snooze time is 60 minutes To Stop the Alarm Press OFF ALARM RESET to turn off the alarm The alarm will come on again at the same time the next day To Deactivate the Alarm Press ALARM A or ALARM B The ALARM A or B display turns off Using the NAP Timer Count Down Timer The NAP timer sounds the buzzer after a preset time duration Press NAP repeatedly until the desired minutes are displayed Every press changes the display as follows OFF 10 20 30 120 90 60 You will hear two beeps when the display turns from OFF to 10 s appears and the NAP time is displayed for a few seconds NAP timer starts counting down the NAP time When selected NAP time has passed the beep sound comes on and on the display flash The buzzer is turned off automatically after about 60 minutes To Stop the NAP Timer Press NAP or OFF ALARM RESET to turn off the buzzer To Deactive the NAP Timer Press NAP W goes off in the display Setting the Sleep
14. ord 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 installod 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 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 cor
15. ows you to take a short nap and wake to buzzer without changing your alarm settings You can select your nap time from 10 to 120 minutes 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 does not show the correct time e Has an electrical power outage lasting more than 1 minutes occurred 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 Is the display ALARM A or B turned on 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 only on 120 V AC 60 Hz e To disconnect the power cord mains lead pull it out by the plug not the cord Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat source such as a radiator 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 To clean the casing use a soft cloth dampen
16. ppliance to normal operation If 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 pe a Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H D S S T SLEEP STATION SELECT PRESET SUMMERT CLOCK CS OO 00 OFF ALARM RESET ON BAND TUNING a am SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF NAP uMoTuWeThFrSa Quy PO Coser J MHz o 7a kHz RADIO AM SOUND PM RADIO AM SOUND PM Setting the Clock and Date 1 Plug in the clock radio The display will flash AM 12 00 2 Press CLOCK for a few seconds You will hear a beep and the year will start to flash in the display 3 Press Jog lever A up or V down until the correct yea
17. r a few seconds the display will return to the current time but the preset button number will remain Setting the Alarm You can choose from two types of alarm Radio or Buzzer The alarm will come on at the same time everyday The factory setting alarm time for the radio and buzzer is 12 00am Notes e Set the current time before setting the alarm e Radio reception is interrupted while the alarm time is being set To set the Alarm Time 1 Press and hold ALARM A or ALARM B for a few seconds After one beep the hour flashes in the alarm display 2 Press Jog lever A up or V down to select the hour To set the hour rapidly hold down Jog lever A up or V down 3 Press ENTER BRIGHTNESS After one beep the minutes flash on the alarm display 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the minute A beep sounds to confirm the time setting RADIO SOUND appears You can choose between RADIO and SOUND modes Set the alarm mode as follows RADIO see PN Setting the Radio Alarm SOUND see E Setting the Sound Alarm Setting the Radio Alarm For the radio alarm the station you specified as the wake up station is played 1 Perform steps 1 to 4 in To set the Alarm Time 2 Press Jog lever A up or V down to select RADIO alarm mode WAKE UP STATION appears in the display 3 Press ENTER BRIGHTNESS After one beep the preset number flashes in the display 4 Press
18. r appears in the display Press ENTER BRIGHTNESS Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the month day hour and minute After setting the minute press ENTER BRIGHTNESS to start the counting of the seconds and you will hear two short beeps uk To set the current time rapidly hold down Jog lever A up or V down In step 5 when you press ENTER BRIGHTNESS after the minute setting to activate the clock the seconds start counting from zero When the alarm setting mode is entered the clock cannot be set To display the year and date Press SNOOZE DATE SLEEP OFF once for the date and within 2 seconds press it again for the year The display shows the date or year for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time To change the display to the daylight saving time Summer time indication Press D S T SUMMER T 38 is displayed and the time indication changes to summer time To deactivate the summer time function press D S T SUMMER T again To set the brightness of the backlight If you cannot see the display clearly press and hold ENTER BRIGHTNESS to set the desired brightness high middle or low The PRESET TUNING 3 button has a tactile dot FM wire antenna AC power cord VOLUME There is a tactile dot beside volume to show the direction to turn up the volume ENTER TIME SET BRIGHTNESS O Jog lever Changing AM Channel Step The AM channel step differs depend
19. sary 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 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 c

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