Sony C318 - ICF Clock Radio Operating Instructions Manual

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2-899-361-22(1)FM/AM Clock RadioICF-C318Operating Instructions© 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in ChinaFor 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 operatinginstructions, and adhere to them.INSTALLATIONWater and MoistureDo 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.HeatDo not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to directsunlight.VentilationThe slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliableoperation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never beblocked 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 similarsurface.-Never place the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless properventilation is provided.AccessoriesDo 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, anduneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.Wall or Ceiling MountingIf your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.USEPower SourceThis 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 localpower company. For those appliances designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, referto the operating instructions.Grounding or PolarizationThis appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider thanthe other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Followthe 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 toinsert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contactyour electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarizedplug 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 toinsert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeatthe safety purpose of the grounding plug.OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, sincethis can result in fire or electric shock.When not in useUnplug 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 ProtectionRoute the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon oragainst them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exitsfrom the appliance.LightningFor added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended andunused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cablesystem. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerousvoltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of anykind on the appliance.CleaningUnplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleanersor aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance.Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.ANTENNASOutdoor Antenna GroundingIf 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 otherelectric 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 TAKENTO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEMIS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges andbuilt-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respectto proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to anantenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connectionto grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.Antenna Grounding According to the NationalElectrical CodeSERVICEDamage Requiring ServiceUnplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under thefollowing conditions:-When the power cord or plug is 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 onlythose controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controlsmay result in damage and will often require extensive workby a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.-If the appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has beendamaged.ServicingDo not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you todangerous voltage or other hazards.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.Replacement partsWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement partsspecified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to performroutine safety checks (as specified by Sony) to determine that the appliance is in safe operatingcondition.Antenna Discharge Unit(NEC Section 810-20)Grounding Conductors(NEC Section 810-20)Antenna Lead-in WireGroundClampsNEC-NATIONALELECTRICAL CODEElectric ServiceEquipment Ground ClampsPower Service Grounding Electrode System(NEC Art 250 Part H)IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSFor customers who purchased this product in theUSAPlease register this product on line athttp://www.sony.com/productregistration.Proper registration will enable us to send youperiodic mailings about new products, services,and other important announcements. Registeringyour product will also allow us to contact you inthe unlikely event that the product needsadjustment or modification. Thank you.WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, donot expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.You are cautioned that any changes ormodifications not expressly approved in thismanual could void your authority to operate thisequipment.This symbol is intended to alert theuser to the presence of uninsulated“dangerous voltage” within theproduct’s enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of electric shock to persons.This symbol is intended to alert theuser to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance (servicing)instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.∗ The graphical symbols are at the bottom of theunit.INFORMATIONThis equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, thereis no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the followingmeasures:— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.— Increase the separation between the equipmentand receiver.— Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiveris connected.— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.WARNINGBattery may explode if mistreated.Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.For the state of california, USA onlyPerchlorate Material –special handling may apply, Seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchloratePerchlorate Material: Lithium battery containsperchlorateFeatures• Dual alarm FM/AM Clock radio.• Various types of alarms — radio and buzzer.• Automatic time set — When you plug the clock infor the first time, the current time will be shown inthe display.• Automatic Daylight Saving Time/Summer timeadjustment.• Date button to display month, day and year.• Brightness control (High/Middle/Low).• No Power No Problem alarm system to keep theclock and the alarm operating during a powerinterruption with a CR2032 battery installed.• Extendable snooze — snooze time can be extendedfrom 10 to 60 minutes in maximum every time youuse.TroubleshootingShould any problem occur with the unit, make thefollowing simple checks to determine whether or notservicing is required.If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sonydealer.The clock flashes “AM 12:00” due to a powerinterruption.• The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove theold battery and install a new one.The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound atthe preset alarm time.• Has the desired radio or buzzer alarm beenactivated? (i.e., Does the ALARM A (or B) indicatorlight up?)The radio alarm is activated but no soundcomes on at the preset alarm time.• Has VOLUME been adjusted?Precautions• Operate the unit on the power sources specified in“Specifications” .• To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull itout by the plug, not the cord.• Do not leave the unit in a location near a heatsource, such as a radiator or airduct, or in a placesubject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,mechanical vibration, or shock.• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internalheat build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (arug, blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) thatmight block the ventilation holes.• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualifiedpersonnel before operating it any further.• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened witha mild detergent solution.If you have any questions or problemsconcerning your unit, please consult yournearest Sony dealer.SpecificationsTime display12-hour SystemFrequency rangeBand FrequencyFM 87.5 – 108 MHzAM 530 – 1 710 kHzSpeakerApprox. 6.6 cm (2 5/8 inches) dia., 8 ΩPower output150 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)Power requirements120 V AC, 60 HzFor power backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 batteryDimensionsApprox. 155 × 82.8 × 151.5 mm (w/h/d)(6 1/ 8 × 3 3/8 × 6 inches) incl. projecting parts andcontrolsMassApprox. 524.4 g (1 lb 2.5 oz) incl. CR2032batteryDesign and specifications are subject to changewithout notice.This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as back-up power source for the clock, which is presetto EST/EDT (Eastern Standard Time/Daylight Time) at the factory. And this battery is considered part of the product.Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.No Power No problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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