Sony ICF-C620 User's Manual
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1. t tuned in e For tape alarm a blank tape is inserted or the tape is at its end e VOLUME is turned down e The alarm time that has been set does not show the correct time first hold down the ALARM and then press TIME SET or The inserted cassette tape cannot be played back e The tape alarm is set Cancel the alarm to listen to the tape2. to make sure that the AC receptacle holds the power cord plug firmly and securely If the power cord plug is loose contact your electrician to replace the defective and unsafe AC receptacle Power Cord Protection Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by having objects placed on it paying particular attention to the plugs receptacles and the point where the cord exits from the appliance 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 Foreign Objects Be careful that foreign objects and liquids do not enter the enclosure through openings Cleaning Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony 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 as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code
3. 3 859 470 23 1 SONY FM AM Cassette Player Clock Radio Operating Instructions DREAM MACHINE Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation Sony Corporation 1997 Printed in Malaysia To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 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 user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous AN 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 user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance The graphical symbols are on the rear enclosure You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment Before You Begin Thank you for choosing the Sony Dream Machine The Dream Machine will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure Before operating the Dream Machine please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference Features e High quality sound by tape playback e You can choose from 3 different wake
4. Heat Do not install the appliance near sources of heat such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances that produce heat Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation To ensure reliable and safe operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered Do not place the appliance on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface which may block the slots and openings Do not install the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Carts and Stands Do not install the appliance on an unstable table shelf cart or stand Use only a cart or stand 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 if only as recommended by Sony USE Power Source Connect the appliance to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance Grounding or Polarization Do not defeat the grounding or polarization feature of the AC power cord If your AC receptacle will not accept the power cord plug contact your electrician to install a proper AC receptacle AC Receptacle Check
5. OOZE SLEEP OFF e Every time you press SLEEP the sleep timer is reset to 59 minutes e To fall asleep to the tape sound turn the radio off and play back a recorded tape When it reaches its end PLAY STANDBY lt will release automatically The tape playback time depends on the length of the tape To Use Both Sleep Timer and Alarm Function You can fall asleep to the radio sound and you will be awakened by the tape radio buzzer alarm at the preset time 1 Set the alarm See Setting the Alarm 2 Set the sleep timer See Setting the Sleep Timer Maintenance Cleaning the Playback Head and the Tape Path We recommend the cleaning after every 10 hours of operation Wipe the head pinch roller and capstan with a cleaning tip slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol After cleaning the head pinch roller and tape path insert a cassette when the areas cleaned are completely dry Pinch roller Capstan Playback head Cleaning the Cabinet Clean the cabinet panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene Specifications Radio section Frequency range FM 87 5 108 0 MHz AM 530 1605 kHz Tape player section and general Track system 2 track 1 channel monaural Frequency response 125 10 000 Hz with normal TYPE I tapes Speaker Appr
6. RM TIME SET VOLUME FM wire antenna AC power cord TUNING Getting Started Setting up the cord See Fig EN Pull the AC power cord and FM wire antenna along the groove from the bottom of this unit Installing the Battery To keep good time your Dream Machine needs one 6F22 battery not supplied in addition to house current The battery keeps the clock operating in the event of a power interruption Before setting the time on your Dream Machine open the lid at the bottom of the unit install the battery with correct polarity and then close the lid e After a power interruption the displayed time may not be always correct it may gain or lose about 10 minutes per hour Knowing When to Replace the Battery To check battery power unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and plug it in again after a few minutes If the displayed time is incorrect replace the battery with a new one Setting the Clock 1 Plug in the unit The display will flash AM 12 00 2 While holding down CLOCK press TIME SET to set the hour or to set the minute repeatedly until the correct time appears in the display Each press on the TIME SET or advances the displayed number by one When you release CLOCK the clock begins to operate Playing the Radio 1 Set the function selector to RADIO ON to turn on the radio 2 Select FM or AM using BAND 3 Tune in to a s
7. ox 7 7 cm 3 inches dia 8 ohms Power output Radio section 350 mW at 10 harmonic distortion Player section 300 mW at 10 harmonic distortion Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz For the power backup function 9 V DC one 6F22 battery Battery life Approx 80 hours for clock backup using Sony battery S 006P U Dimensions Approx 240 x 124 x 100 mm w x hx d 9 Ac x 4 x 3 176 inches incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 870 g 1 9 Ib 30 oz not incl battery Optional accessory Cleaning Kit KK WM1 Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed optional accessories Please ask your dealer for detailed information on the optional accessories available in your country Design and specifications subject to change without notice 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 There has been an electrical power interruption e When adjusting the clock first hold down the CLOCK and then press TIME SET or The tape radio or buzzer alarm sound does not come on at the preset time e Current time including AM PM is set incorrectly e Alarm time including AM PM is set incorrectly e The function selector is set in the incorrect position e For radio alarm is the desired station isn
8. 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 AN E J Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810 21 Electric Service Equipment Ground Clamps NN Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H NEC National Electrical Code SERVICE Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and consult qualified service personnel when the power cord or the plug has been damaged a solid object or liquid has fallen into the cabinet the appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance the appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged Do not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions For all other servicing refer to qualified service personnel only eee ee ee e e CLOCK e ALARM TIMESET TAPERADIO TAPETRADIO BUZZER QIT SLEEP EJECT STOP FF REW PLAY STANDBY Sry SNOOZE SLEEP OFF H ALA
9. s in the display 2 Set the function selector to the desired alarm position Radio alarm set to TAPE RADIO Tape alarm set to TAPE RADIO and depress PLAY STANDBY a Buzzer alarm set to BUZZER The tape radio or buzzer will automatically sound at the preset time and automatically turn itself off after 119 minutes unless it is turned off manually e To turn off the alarm manually set the function selector to OFF To sound the alarm at the preset time on the next day set the function selector to TAPE RADIO or BUZZER again e To check the preset time press ALARM Notes e The buzzer sound level is fixed and independent of the VOLUME control e Even if you are listening to the radio you can set the tape radio or buzzer alarm e While you are listening to the tape you can set only the buzzer alarm To Doze a Few More Minutes 1 Press SNOOZE SLEEP OFF The radio tape or buzzer will shut off but will automatically come on again after about 9 minutes You can repeat this process as many times as you like e You can reset the alarm time while activating the snooze function Setting the Sleep Timer Enjoy falling asleep to the radio using the built in sleep timer that shuts off the radio automatically at a preset time 1 While listening to the radio set the function selector to OFF 2 Press SLEEP The radio turns on It will go off after 59 minutes e To turn off the radio before the preset time press SN
10. tation using TUNING 4 Adjust volume by turning VOLUME e To turn off the radio set the function selector to OFF e While listening to the radio you can switch to the tape by pressing PLAY STANDBY lt 4 or gt gt To Improve Radio Reception FM Extend the FM wire antenna to improve FM reception AM Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception A ferrite bar antenna is built into the unit Playing Back a Tape 1 Press EJECT amp to open the cassette holder and insert a cassette tape See Fig ED 2 Depress PLAY STANDBY lt a 3 Adjust volume by turning VOLUME To Press Stop playback STOP E Rewind the tape REW gt gt Advance the tape rapidly FF lt lt Notes e In playback mode the motor stops at the tape end The depressed button will automatically release Auto shut off function e While playing back a tape do not set the tape alarm If you set the tape alarm during playback the tape being played back enters the pause mode Setting the Alarm You can set the tape radio or buzzer alarm e To set the tape alarm first play back the desired tape as described in Playing Back a Tape adjust the volume and rewind the tape e To set the radio alarm first tune in a station as described in Playing the Radio and adjust the volume 1 Set the alarm time for tape radio or buzzer While holding down ALARM press TIME SET or repeatedly until the desired time appear
11. up modes tape radio and buzzer alarm e Power backup to keep the clock during a power interruption with a 6F22 battery not supplied installed Precautions e Operate the unit on the power sources specified in Specifications e To disconnect the power cord pull it out by the plug not the cord e Do not place the unit on surfaces rugs blankets etc or near materials curtains draperies that block the ventilation holes e Should anything fall into the unit unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further e To clean the casing use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution 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 If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit please consult your nearest Sony dealer 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 described in the operating instructions supplied with the appliance by Sony INSTALLATION Water and Moisture Do not install the appliance near water for example near a bathtub washbowlI kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool
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