Sony Clock Radio ICF C273 User Manual

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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 in the operating  
instructions, and adhere to them.  
• Dual alarm FM/AM PLL (phase locked loop)  
synthesized clock radio.  
• Triple time display – main display for the clock, and  
two sub-displays for the alarms.  
• Green backlight LCD with adjustable brightness.  
• Date button to display the year, month and day.  
• Easy preset digital tuning with 15 memory presets.  
INSTALLATION  
Wa t e r a n d Mo ist u re  
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.  
• D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time) – Summer time  
adjustment (one-hour skip function).  
Various types of alarms-radio, buzzer and 2  
melodies.  
He a t  
Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct  
sunlight.  
FM/AM  
WARNING  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not  
expose the unit to rain or moisture.  
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.  
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.  
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such  
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects  
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.  
• 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)  
Ve n t ila t io n  
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable  
operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be  
blocked or covered.  
PLL Synthesized  
Clock Radio  
-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 similar  
surface.  
-Never place the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper  
ventilation is provided.  
Acce sso rie s  
Do 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.  
Troubleshooting  
ICF-C273  
Operating Instructions  
Should any problem occur with the unit, make the  
following simple checks to determine whether or not  
servicing is required.  
-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.  
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
Wa ll o r Ce ilin g Mo u n t in g  
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.  
The clock does not show the correct time.  
• Has an electrical power outage lasting more than 1  
minutes occurred?  
USE  
Po w e r So u rce  
This 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 local  
power company. For those appliances designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer  
to the operating instructions.  
The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound at  
the preset alarm time.  
• Has the desired radio or buzzer alarm been  
activated? (i.e. Is the display ALARM A or B turned  
on?)  
Gro u n d in g o r Po la riza t io n  
This symbol is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of uninsulated  
“dangerous voltage” within the  
products enclosure that may be of  
sufficient magnitude to constitute a  
risk of electric shock to persons.  
This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than  
the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow  
the instructions below:  
The radio alarm is activated but no sound  
comes on at the preset alarm time.  
• Has VOLUME been adjusted ?  
-Fo r t h e a p p lia n ce w it h a p o la rize d AC p o w e r co rd p lu g :  
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to  
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact  
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized  
plug by forcing it in.  
-Fo r t h e a p p lia n ce w it h a t h re e -w ire g ro u n d in g t yp e AC p lu g :  
This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to  
insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat  
the safety purpose of the grounding plug.  
This symbol is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance  
(servicing) instructions in the  
literature accompanying the  
appliance.  
Precautions  
• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.  
• 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 a heat  
source, such as a radiator or airduct, or in a place  
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,  
mechanical vibration, or shock.  
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
Ove rlo a d in g  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since  
this can result in fire or electric shock.  
The graphical symbols are at the bottom of  
the unit.  
Wh e n n o t in u se  
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.  
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WARNING  
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal  
heat build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (a  
rug, blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) that  
might block the ventilation holes.  
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,  
unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualified  
personnel before operating it any further.  
Po w e r-Co rd Pro t e ct io n  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in  
this manual could void your authority to  
operate this equipment.  
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  
Lig h t n in g  
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.  
• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with  
a mild detergent solution.  
Ob je ct a n d Liq u id En t ry  
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.  
If you have any questions or problems  
concerning your unit, please consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
Cle a n in g  
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.  
At t a ch m e n t s  
Specifications  
Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.  
Time display  
ANTENNAS  
12-hour system  
Ou t d o o r An t e n n a Gro u n d in g  
Frequency range  
FM: 87.5–108 MHz  
AM: 530–1 710 kHz  
Channel steps  
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.  
FM: 0.1 MHz (fixed)  
AM: 10 kHz (fixed)  
Speaker  
Approx. 6.6 cm (2 5/8 in.) dia., 8 Ω  
Power output  
200 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)  
Power requirements  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
An t e n n a Gro u n d in g Acco rd in g t o t h e Na t io n a l  
Ele ct rica l Co d e  
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  
Antenna Lead-in Wire  
Mass  
Approx. 630 g (1 lb. 6.2 oz.)  
Ground  
Antenna Discharge Unit  
(NEC Section 810-20)  
Grounding Conductors  
(NEC Section 810-20)  
Clamps  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Electric Service  
Equipment  
NEC-NATIONAL  
Ground Clamps  
ELECTRICAL CODE  
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  
Da m a g e Re q u irin g Se rvice  
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.  
-This indicates a need for service.  
-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.  
Se rvicin g  
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.  
Re p la ce m e n t p a rt s  
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.  
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
Sa fe t y Ch e ck  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform  
routine safety checks (as specified by Sony) to determine that the appliance is in safe operating  
condition.  
 

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