User manual SONY ICF-C273

[. . . ] · Extendable snooze ­ snooze time can be extended from 10 to 60 minutes (maximum). · Nap Timer allows 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) IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS INSTALLATION Water and Moisture 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. 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. FM/AM PLL Synthesized Clock Radio ICF-C273 Operating Instructions Heat Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. [. . . ] Never pull the plug out by the cord. Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)free vegetable oil based ink. WARNING You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 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. © 2004 Sony Corporation Printed in China 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. 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. 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. Specifications Time display 12-hour system Frequency range FM: 87. 5­108 MHz AM: 530­1 710 kHz Channel steps FM: 0. 1 MHz (fixed) AM: 10 kHz (fixed) Speaker Approx. 6. 6 cm (2 5/8 in. ) dia. , 8 Power output 200 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion) Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Dimensions Approx. 173 × 57. 2 × 133. 5 mm (w/h/d) (6 7/8 × 2 3/8 × 5 3/8 in. ) incl. projecting parts and controls Mass Approx. 6. 2 oz. ) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 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 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 Ground Clamps Electric Service Equipment NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-20) Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250 Part H) Lead-free solder is used for soldering. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in printed wiring boards. SERVICE Damage Requiring Service Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: -When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed. [. . . ] · When the AM channel step is changed, the FM channel step also will be changed. 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. 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 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. 2 Press Jog lever v (up) or V (down) to select the hour. To set the hour rapidly, hold down Jog lever v (up) or V (down). To Deactivate the Alarm Press ALARM A or ALARM B. The ALARM A or B display turns off. 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. 3 4 Press ENTER/BRIGHTNESS. After one beep, the minutes flash on the alarm display. To change the display to the daylight saving time (summer time) indication Press D. S. T. /SUMMER T. " " is displayed and the time indication changes to summer time. To deactivate the summer time function, press D. S. T. /SUMMER T. [. . . ]