User manual SONY ICF-C275RC

[. . . ] 3-264-263-21(1) 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 modification. Thank you. Features · Radio Controlled Clock Auto Adjust System. [. . . ] 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. 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. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in printed wiring boards. 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) 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. -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. -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 appliance 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. Reception may be poor when the antenna is placed on a metal surface such as that of a steel desk. 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 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 in to 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. To Use the Radio and Buzzer Alarm 1 Set both alarm times for ALARM A or B. (see above). 2 Press ALARM A or ALARM B. The ALARM A or B display will be turned on. Changing AM Channel Step The AM channel step differs depending 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 10 kHz 9 kHz If the same alarm time is set for both Alarm A and B, Alarm A takes priority. Zone selector Tuning into a preset station 1 Press ON/BAND to turn on the radio. [. . . ] " Unable to set the Clock Automatically Press CLOCK until you hear one beep and press Jog lever v (up) or V (down) to set the correct time and date. (See "To Set the Clock and Date Manually". ) · To turn off the radio, press OFF/ALARM RESET. · To check the station 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. Press ENTER/BRIGHTNESS. After one beep, the preset number flashes in the display. Setting the Sleep Timer You can fall asleep to the radio using the built-in sleep timer that turns off the radio automatically after a preset duration. ;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;; ;;;;;;;; To initiate Clock Auto Adjust manually Pressing CLOCK AUTO ADJUST allows you to receive time signals. [. . . ]