Sony ICF-C1PJ Operating Instructions Manual

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NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure agood contact. Be sure to observe the correct polarity wheninstalling the battery. Do not hold the battery with metallictweezers, otherwise a short-circuit mayoccur. Do not expose the battery to excessive heatsuch as direct sunlight, fire or the like.If you have any questions or problemsconcerning your unit, please consult yournearest Sony dealer.General informationAbout the battery as abackup power sourceThis unit contains a CR2032 battery as a backuppower source to keep the clock and the alarmoperating during a power interruption. (NoPower No Problem system)When to replace thebatteryWhen the battery is discharged, “” appearson the display.If a power interruption occurs while the batteryis discharged, the current time and alarm willbe erased.Note If “AM 12:00” flashes on the display when theunit is connected to an AC outlet for the firsttime, the battery may be discharged. In thiscase, consult your nearest Sony dealer.Replacing the backupbattery1 Keep the AC plug connected to thewall outlet, then open the batterycompartment on the bottom of theunit. Fully loosenthe screw. Push the taband pull upthe lid.2 Remove the old battery by sliding itout and picking it up.3 Insert a new battery into the batterycompartment with the  side facingup.CR20324 Replace the battery compartment lidand tighten the screw.5 Press AM/FM/NATURE SOUND toremove “” from the display.Notes When you replace the battery, do notdisconnect the AC plug from the wall outlet.Otherwise, the current date and time, alarm,and station presets will be erased. If the clock is erased while you are replacingthe battery, set the clock again. (See “Settingthe clock manually”) If the unit will be left unplugged for a longtime, remove the battery to avoid anydamage that may be caused by leakage orcorrosion.TroubleshootingShould any problems persist after you havemade the following checks, consult yournearest Sony dealer.The clock flashes “0:00” or “AM 12:00”after a power interruption. The battery is discharged. Remove the oldbattery and insert a new one.Unsatisfactory reception Extend the FM wire antenna fully to increasereception sensitivity. Connect the supplied AM loop antenna tothe unit. Rotate the antenna horizontally foroptimum reception. Do not place the AM loop antenna near theunit or other AV equipment, as noise mayresult. Keep digital music players or mobile phonesaway from the AM loop antenna or the FMantenna, as this may lead to receptioninterference.The alarm does not sound at the presetalarm time. Check that “A” or “B” appears on the display.The radio or Nature Sound alarm isactivated but no sound is emitted atthe preset alarm time. Check the alarm volume setting.When daylight saving time (summertime) begins, the clock does not switchto daylight saving time (summer time)automatically. Make sure the clock is set correctly. When “Aut  On” appears on the displayafter pressing and holding DST for more than2 seconds, the Automatic DST/summer timefunction becomes active.SpecificationsTime displaySwitch between the 12-hour system (default)and the 24-hour system.Frequency rangeBand Frequency Channel stepFM 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz 0.1 MHzAM 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz 10 kHzSpeakerApprox. 4.0 cm (1 5/8 inches) dia., 8 ΩPower output: 700 mW (at 10% harmonicdistortion)Power requirements120 V AC, 60 HzFor clock back up: 3 V DC, one CR2032 batteryUSB power outputUSB port (DC OUT 5 V 1.5 A)Nature SoundsSea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook, Under the SeaDimensionsApprox. 114.5 mm  104 mm  100.5 mm(w/h/d) (4 5/8 inches  4 1/8 inches 4 inches) including projecting parts andcontrolsMassApprox. 595 g (1 lb 5 oz) including CR2032batterySupplied accessoriesAM loop antenna (1)Design and specifications are subject tochange without notice.Before operating the unit, please read thisguide thoroughly and retain it for futurereference.For customers who purchased thisproduct in the USAPlease register this product on line athttp://www.sony.com/productregistration.Proper registration will enable us to sendyou periodic mailings about new products,services, and other importantannouncements. Registering your productwill also allow us to contact you in theunlikely event that the product needsadjustment or modification. Thank you.Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located onthe bottom of the unit. Record these numbersin the space provided below. Refer to themwhenever you call upon your Sony dealerregarding this product.Model No.Serial No.WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, donot expose this apparatus to rain ormoisture.To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover theventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not placelighted candles on the apparatus.To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, donot expose this apparatus to dripping orsplashing, and do not place objects filled withliquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.Do not install the appliance in a confinedspace, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.Do not expose batteries or apparatus withbattery-installed to excessive heat such assunshine, fire or the like.As the main plug is used to disconnect the unitfrom the mains, connect the unit to an easilyaccessible AC outlet. Should you notice anabnormality in the unit, disconnect the mainplug from the AC outlet immediately.The unit is not disconnected from the ACpower source (mains) as long as it is connectedto the wall outlet, even if the unit itself hasbeen turned off.The nameplate and important informationconcerning safety are located on the bottomexterior.You are cautioned that any changes ormodifications not expressly approved in thismanual could void your authority to operatethis equipment.CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectlyreplaced. Replace only with the same type.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 following FCC statementapplies only to the version ofthis model manufactured forsale in the USA. Other versionsmay not comply with FCCtechnical regulations.NOTEThis equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the useris encouraged to try to correct the interferenceby one or more of the following measures:— Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.— Increase the separation between theequipment and receiver.— Connect the equipment into an outlet ona circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.— Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/TV technician for help.WARNINGDo not ingest battery, chemical burnhazard.This product contains a coin/button cellbattery. If the coin/button cell battery isswallowed, it can cause severe internal burns injust 2 hours and can lead to death.Keep new and used batteries away fromchildren. If the battery compartment does notclose securely, stop using the product and keepit away from children.If you think batteries might have beenswallowed or placed inside any part of thebody, seek immediate medical attention.Important Safety Instructions1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use this apparatus near water.6) Clean only with dry cloth.7) Do not block any ventilation openings.Install in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions.8) Do not install near any heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including amplifiers) thatproduce heat.9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of thepolarized or grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two blades with onewider than the other. A grounding typeplug has two blades and a third groundingprong. The wide blade or the third prongare provided for your safety. If the providedplug does not fit into your outlet, consult anelectrician for replacement of the obsoleteoutlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walkedon or pinched particularly at plugs,convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the apparatus.11) Only use attachments/accessories specifiedby the manufacturer.12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table specified by themanufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution whenmoving the cart/apparatus combination toavoid injury from tip-over.13) Unplug this apparatus during lightningstorms or when unused for long periods oftime.14) Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel. Servicing is required when theapparatus has been damaged in any way,such as power-supply cord or plug isdamaged, liquid has been spilled or objectshave fallen into the apparatus, theapparatus has been exposed to rain ormoisture, does not operate normally, or hasbeen dropped.For the state of California, USAonlyPerchlorate Material –special handling mayapply, Seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchloratePerchlorate Material: Lithium battery containsperchlorateLicense and TrademarkNoticeNo Power No Problem™ is a trademark of SonyCorporation.Precautions Operate the unit on the power sourcesspecified in “Specifications.” 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 aheat source, such as a radiator or airduct, orin a place subject to direct sunlight, excessivedust, mechanical vibration, or shock. Allow adequate air circulation to preventinternal heat build-up. Do not place the uniton a surface (a rug, blanket, etc.) or nearmaterials (a curtain) that might block theventilation holes.Getting StartedConnecting the AMloop antennaThe shape and the length of the antenna isdesigned to receive AM signals. Do notdismantle or roll up the antenna.1 Raise the plastic stand and fit theantenna into the slot of the stand.Press theantenna intothe standuntil it clicks.Plastic stand2 Insert the AM antenna connector intothe AM ANTENNA jack on the unit.To remove the AM loopantennaPush and hold down the tab of the antennaterminal clamp, and remove the AM loopantenna.Connecting to an ACpower sourceConnect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.To wall outlet“month and day” (about 2 seconds)  “year”(about 2 seconds)  “current EST (EasternStandard Time)” appears on the display in turn.(This unit is preset to the current EST at thefactory, and is powered by the back-upbattery.)Setting the clock forthe first timeAll you need to do to set the clock for the firsttime is select your time zone.If you live in the Eastern Standard Time zone,you do not need to adjust the area setting.1 Press and hold TIME ZONE for morethan 2 seconds.Area number “–5:00” appears on thedisplay.2 Press VOL/SET + or – repeatedly toselect a number as follows:Area number Time zone“–3:30” Newfoundland StandardTime“–4:00” Atlantic Standard Time“–5:00” Eastern Standard Time(default)“–6:00” Central Standard Time“–7:00” Mountain Standard Time“–8:00” Pacific Standard Time“–9:00” Alaska Standard Time“–10:00” Hawaii Standard Time3 Press SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS/ENTERto set.Note During shipment and your first use, a clockerror may occur. In this case, refer to “Settingthe clock manually” to set the correct time.About Automatic DST/summer time adjustmentThis unit automatically adjusts for daylightsaving time (summer time). “DST” automaticallyappears on the display at the beginning ofdaylight saving time (summer time), anddisappears at the end of daylight saving time(summer time). Daylight saving time (summer time) beginsat 2:00 AM on the second Sunday of March. Standard time begins at 2:00 AM on the firstSunday of November.Notes The implementation of DST/summer timeand its beginning/ending date and time aresubject to circumstances and laws in eachcountry/region. Should this interfere with thedesired adjustment, cancel the AutomaticDST/summer time adjustment and set theclock manually as necessary. Customersliving in a country/region that does not usedaylight saving time (summer time) shouldcancel the Automatic DST/summer timeadjustment before using the unit. When Hawaii Standard Time is set, thedefault Automatic DST/summer timeadjustment setting is off.To cancel Automatic DST/summer time adjustmentThe Automatic DST/summer timeadjustment can be canceled.Press and hold DST for more than 2seconds.“Aut  OFF” appears on the display.To reactivate Automatic DST/summer time adjustmentPress and hold DST for more than 2seconds.“Aut  On” appears on the display.This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as a back-up power source for the clock,which is preset to EST (Eastern Standard Time) at the factory. This battery is considered part of theproduct.This warranty is valid only in the United States.FM/AM Clock RadioOperating Instructions©2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China4-528-478-11(2)ICF-C1PJ

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