Sony ICF-C414 Operating Instructions

FM/AM

CLOCK RADIO

Operating Instructions

ICF-C414
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
©2009 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
WARNING
Features
 Large, easy to-see, 1.4 inch green LED.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
 Dual alarm FM/AM Clock radio.
not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.  Various types of alarms — buzzer, radio and
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the melody.
 Automatic time set — When you plug the clock
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
in for the first time, the current time will be
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted
candles on the apparatus. shown in the display (UK model only).
 Automatic Daylight Saving Time/Summer time
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
adjustment (UK model only).
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing,
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such  DST button to adjust Daylight Saving Time/
as vases, on the apparatus. Summer time.
 Date button to display month, day and year.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
 Brightness control (High/Middle/Low).
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
 No Power No Problem™ alarm system to keep
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
the clock and the alarm operating during a
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as power interruption with a CR2032 battery
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
installed (UK model only).
 Supplied CR2032 battery for backup power
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
source to keep the clock and alarm operating
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
during a power interruption (Australian and
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
New Zealand model).
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug
 Extendable snooze — Snooze time can be
from the AC outlet immediately.
extended from 10 up to 60 minutes.
CAUTION
 Progressive Alarm Speed (buzzer only).
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
Notice for customers: the following
information is only applicable to equipment
sold in countries applying EU directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo,
Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC
and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
For any service or guarantee matters please refer
to the addresses given in separate service or
guarantee documents.

4-135-644-61(1)

Precautions
 Operate the unit on the power source specified
in "Specifications".
 To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead),
pull it out by the plug, not the cord.
 The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been
turned off.
 The nameplate and important information
concerning safety are located on the bottom
exterior.
 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.
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit on
a surface (a rug, a blanket, etc.) or near
materials (a curtain) which might block the
ventilation holes.
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
 To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened
with a mild detergent solution.
 Never touch the wire of the external FM aerial
during a thunderstorm. Furthermore,
immediately disconnect the AC power cord
from the radio.
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
good contact.
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.
 Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the European
Union and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product
shall not be treated as household
waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the
European Union and other European
countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on
the packaging indicates that the
battery provided with this product
shall not be treated as household
waste.
By ensuring these batteries are
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potentially negative consequences for the
environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of the battery. The recycling of the
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
 
In case of products that for safety, performance or
data integrity reasons require a permanent
connection with an incorporated battery, this
battery should be replaced by qualified service
staff only. To ensure that the battery will be
treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-
life to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on
how to remove the battery from the product
safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of waste
batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product or battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem occur with the unit, make
the following simple checks to determine whether
or not servicing is required.
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
The clock flashes "AM12:00".
 A power interruption occurred and the backup
battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove the
old battery and install a new one.
The buzzer, radio or melody alarm does not
sound at the preset alarm time.
 Check that the buzzer, radio or melody alarm is
activated (the ALARM A (or B) indicator lights
up).
The radio alarm is activated but does not
sound at the preset alarm time.
 Check that the volume is not set to minimum.

Specifications

Time display
12-hour System
Frequency range
Band Frequency
FM 87.5 – 108 MHz
AM 530 – 1 710 kHz
Speaker
Approx. 6.6 cm (2 / inches) dia., 8 Ω
5
8
Power output
180 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
230 V AC, 50 Hz
For power backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery
Dimensions
Approx. 178.9 × 121.8 × 88.5 mm (w/h/d)
(7 / × 4 / × 3 / inches) incl. projecting parts
1 7 1
8 8 2
and controls
Mass
UK model:
Approx. 663 g (1 lb 7.4 oz) incl. CR2032 battery
Australian and New Zealand model:
Approx. 651 g (1 lb 7 oz) incl. CR2032 battery
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
About the backup
battery
To keep good time, as backup power source, this
unit has one CR2032 battery inside of the unit in
addition to the house current. (The battery is
supplied with the unit for Australian and New
Zealand model.)
The battery keeps the clock and the alarm
operating in the event of a power interruption.
Note for customers in the UK
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory
is powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032
battery. If the "AM12:00" appears in the display
when the unit is connected to AC outlet for the
first time, the battery may be weak. In this case,
consult a Sony dealer. The preinstalled CR2032
battery is considered part of the product, and is
covered by the warranty.
You are required to show "Note for customers in
the UK" (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer in
order to validate the warranty for this product.
Knowing when to replace the
battery
When the battery becomes weak, the ""
indicator appears in the display.
In the event of a power interruption when the
battery is weak, the current time and alarm will
be initialized.
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may present a risk
of fire or explosion.
Installing and replacing the
backup battery
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
outlet, remove the screw that secures the
battery compartment at the rear of the
unit using a screwdriver, and remove the
battery compartment (See Fig. -).
2
Insert a new battery in the battery
compartment with the  side facing up.
To remove the battery from the battery
compartment, push it out from the side
marked PUSH (See Fig. -).
3
Insert the battery compartment back into
the unit and secure it with the screw
(See Fig. -).
4
When you are replacing the battery, press
RADIO ON to turn the " " indicator off

in the display.
Notes
 If you replace the battery, do not disconnect the
AC plug from the AC outlet.
Otherwise, the current time and alarm will be
initialized.
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.