Sony Dream Machine ICF-C121 Operating Instructions

FM/AM Clock Radio

Operating Instructions

ICF-C121
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Sony Corporation © 1998 Printed in Malaysia
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
∗ The graphical symbols are on the bottom enclosure.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
Before You Begin
Thank you for choosing the Sony Dream Machine.
The Dream Machine will give you many hours of
reliable service and listening pleasure.
Before operating the Dream Machine, please read
these instructions thoroughly and retain them for
future reference.
Features
• Full power back-up function to keep the clock,
the alarm (radio and buzzer ) and the radio
operating during a power interruption, using a
6F22 battery (not supplied).
Installing the Battery
To keep good time, your Dream Machine needs
one 6F22 battery (not supplied), in addition to
house current. The battery keeps the clock
operating in the event of a power interruption.
Before setting the time on your Dream Machine,
open the lid at the bottom of the unit, install the
battery with correct polarity and then close the
lid.
Knowing When to Replace the
Battery
• To check battery power, unplug the AC power
cord from the wall outlet and plug it in again
after a few minutes. If the displayed time is
incorrect, replace the battery with a new one.
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Precautions
• Operate the unit on the power sources specified
in "Specifications".
• To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the
plug, not by the cord.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that block the ventilation holes.
• Should anything fall into the unit, unplug the
unit and have it checked by qualified personnel
before operating it further.
• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened
with a mild detergent solution.
Battery Warning
When the unit will be left unplugged for a long
time, remove the battery to avoid undue battery
discharge and damage to the unit from battery
leakage.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Specifications
Frequency range
FM: 87.5 – 108 MHz
AM: 530 – 1605 kHz
Speaker
5
Approx. 6.6 cm (2 / inches) dia.
8
Power output
90 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
For the power back-up function : 9 V DC, one
6F22 battery
Battery life
Approx. 200 minutes, using Sony S-006P(U)
battery
Dimensions
Approx. 118.5 x 120 x 122.5 mm (w/h/d)
(4 3 / x 4 3 / x 4 7 / inches) incl. projecting
4 4 8
parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 590 g (20.8 oz) not incl. battery
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

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 described in
the operating instructions supplied with the appliance by Sony.
INSTALLATION
Water and Moisture
Do not install the appliance near water: for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
Heat
Do not install the appliance near sources of heat such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other appliances that produce heat.
Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation.
To ensure reliable and safe operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these
slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.
Do not place the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface which may block the slots
and openings.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless
proper ventilation is provided.
Carts and Stands
Do not install the appliance on an unstable table, shelf, cart or stand. Use only a cart or stand
recommended by Sony.
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.
Wall or Ceiling Mounting
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.
USE
Power Source
Connect the appliance to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions
or as marked on the appliance.
Grounding or Polarization
Do not defeat the grounding or polarization feature of the AC power cord. If your AC receptacle
will not accept the power cord plug, contact your electrician to install a proper AC receptacle.
AC Receptacle
Check to make sure that the AC receptacle holds the power cord plug firmly and securely. If the
power cord plug is loose, contact your electrician to replace the defective and unsafe AC
receptacle.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by having objects placed
on it, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from
the appliance.
When not in use
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.
Foreign Objects
Be careful that foreign objects and liquids do not enter the enclosure through openings.
Cleaning
Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.
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
Ground Clamps
Electric Service
Equipment
—NEC National Electrical Code—
SERVICE
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and consult qualified service personnel when:
-the power cord or the plug has been damaged.
-a solid object or liquid has fallen into the cabinet.
-the appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture.
-the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
-the appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Do not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. For
all other servicing refer to qualified service personnel only.
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC* Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC* Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC* Art 250 Part H)