Sony ICF-CD73W Operating Instructions

WEATHER/FM/AM
CD Portable Radio
Operating Instructions
ICF-CD73W
2008 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
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Model No. ICF-CD73W
Serial No.
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CAUTION
WARNING
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
Before You Begin
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
Thank you for choosing the Sony CD Portable
INFORMATION
Radio! It will give you many hours of reliable
service and listening pleasure.
This equipment has been tested and found to
Before operating the unit, please read these
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
instructions thoroughly and retain them for
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
future reference.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
Features
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
• Built-in CD player with CD-R/RW playback
energy and, if not installed and used in
• WEATHER/FM/AM PLL (Phase Locked
accordance with the instructions, may cause
Loop) synthesized tuner with 20 station
harmful interference to radio communications.
memory presets
However, there is no guarantee that interference
• Water resistant; you can enjoy music in your
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
bathroom or kitchen.
equipment does cause harmful interference to
• Easy-to-use shuttle dial for tuning and time
radio or television reception, which can be
setting.
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
• Easy-to-set countdown timer for cooking, etc.
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
• Product can be hung with the supplied
interference by one or more of the following
hanging strap, or placed on a tabletop.
measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Note on AM Channel Step
—Increase the separation between the
The AM channel step differs depending on area.
equipment and receiver. See "Changing AM Channel Step".
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
Precautions
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ • Operate the unit only on 6 V DC. For battery
TV technician for help. operation, use 4 Size C (R14) batteries. For AC
operation, use only the recommended AC
If you have any questions about this product,
power adaptor.
you may call;
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC
Sony Customer Information Service Center
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
1-800-222-7669 or
to a wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been
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turned off.
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage,
Declaration of Conformity
etc. is located on the bottom exterior.
Trade Name: SONY
• Avoid exposure to temperature extremes,
Model No.: ICF-CD73W
direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San
under the sun.
Diego, CA 92127 USA
• In vehicles or buildings, radio reception may
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be difficult or subject to interference. Try
listening near a window.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
• Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
keep away personal credit cards using
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
magnetic coding or spring-wound watches
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
from the unit to prevent possible damage from
accept any interference received, including
the magnet.
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened
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3-253-601-51 (1) with water, wipe it again with a dry cloth. Do
not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
• Do not use soap or detergent; do not dry with
an electric hair dryer.
Note on condensation
If the player is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD
player section. Should this occur, the player will
not operate properly. In this case, remove the CD
and wait about an hour for the moisture to
evaporate.
Notes on CDs
• Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning
cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out.
• If there is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints on the
CD, it may cause tracking error.
Cautions on Water-
resistance
This unit is designed so that it can be used with
slight exposure to rain, snow and other forms of
moisture, but there are several points on which
caution should be observed.
• Do not allow it to come in contact with large
amounts of water.
• Do not immerse it in water.
• Open or close the battery/CD compartment
with dry hands in a place without exposure to
any water.
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet
hands, as there is a risk of electric shock.
• Use batteries for the unit when you use it in a
wet place, such as a bathroom. Do not use the
AC power adaptor, as there is a risk of electric
shock.
• The rubber parts attached to the lid of the
battery/CD compartment and the DC IN 6V
socket are necessary to keep the unit water
resistant. Do not damage them.
• Before replacing batteries, wipe all water
droplets from the unit. Then, open the lid on
the back of the unit.
• Any malfunction caused by water entering the
unit, consult the nearest Sony dealer.
Replacing the
Batteries
• When the batteries (not supplied) become
weak, the sound becomes weak and distorted
and "E" flashes. Replace the batteries with
new ones. When the batteries are completely
exhausted, the unit and the timer will turn off
and "E" is displayed.
• When the batteries become weak while playing
a CD, "E" will flash in the display and CD
playback will stop. However, the radio will still
function after turning on the unit again until
the batteries are completely exhausted.
• Before replacing the batteries, make sure that
the unit is turned off.
• After replacing the batteries, press RADIO ON
BAND/CD u and "E" will disappear.
• Replace the batteries within 5 minutes.
Otherwise, the memories for the clock and the
preset stations will be erased and "AM 12:00"
will flash in the display.
• When operating the unit on batteries, remove
the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack.
The unit cannot be operated on batteries when
the AC power adaptor is connected to the DC
IN jack.
• When you install/replace the batteries, do not
push hard on the unit as it may damage the
display panel or cause a malfunction.
Notes on batteries
• Do not charge dry batteries.
• Do not carry dry batteries together with coins
or other metallic objects. It can generate heat if
the positive and negative terminals of the
batteries accidentally come into contact with
metallic objects.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a
long time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the
same time.
• When you replace the batteries, replace all with
new ones.
Using the AC power
adaptor
• When operating the unit with an external
power source, do not remove the batteries.
These batteries serve to backup the clock and
memory settings. Since the batteries discharge
in this case as well, we recommend changing
them about once a year.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a
long time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage. In that case,
current time and preset tuning settings will be
reset. Set them again when you next use the
unit.
• Before connecting and disconnecting the
Choosing Power
external power source plug, be sure to turn off
the radio/CD. Otherwise, "E" may be
Sources
displayed. When this occurs, turn on the
radio/CD so that "E" disappears.
Installing the Batteries (See
• When the AC power adaptor (not supplied) is
not to be used for a long period of time, unplug
Fig. A)
it both from the DC IN 6 V jack and from the
wall outlet. Press the buckle of the battery compartment lid
• Use only the recommended AC power adaptor. inward and pull upward to open the lid.
Using any other AC power adaptor may cause Install four Size C (R14) batteries (not supplied)
damage to the unit. with the correct polarity and close the lid.
• When the cover of the DC IN 6 V jack is open
"AM12:00" flashes in the display when you
(to use the AC power adaptor), the jack area is
install batteries for the first time. To stop the
not water-resistant. When the AC power
display from flashing, set the clock (see "Setting
adaptor is not connected to the DC IN 6 V jack,
the Clock").
be sure to close the cover of the DC IN 6 V jack.
• For details of the AC power adaptor (not Battery Life (Approx. hours)
supplied), see "Specifications."
When using
Sony alkaline
Size C (LR 14)
Sony Size C
(R 14)
Polarity of the plug
* Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries Associa-
If you have any questions or problems
tion) standards. The actual battery life may
concerning your unit, please consult your
vary depending on the circumstance of the
nearest Sony dealer.
unit.

Troubleshooting

House Current (See Fig. B)
Make sure the unit is turned off before using
Should any problem occur with the unit, do the
house current.
following checks to determine whether or not
Connect the Sony AC power adaptor (not
servicing is required. If the problem persists,
supplied) to the DC IN 6 V jack firmly, and plug
consult the nearest Sony dealer.
it into a wall outlet.
The CD player does not operate.
When the AC power adaptor is not connected to
• Did you close the CD compartment lid?
the DC IN 6 V jack, be sure to close the cover of
• Did you place the disc correctly?
the DC IN 6 V jack.
The disc should be placed with the labeled
side up.
• Dusty or defective disc—Clean the disc with an
optional cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the
center out (see "Notes on CDs").
A
• Take out the CD and leave the CD compart-
ment open for about an hour to get rid of
moisture condensation (see "Note on
condensation").
Sporadic loss of sound in CD operation.
• Dusty or defective disc—Clean or replace the
disc.
• Volume too high—Reduce the volume.
• Strong vibration.

Specifications

CD player section
System: Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode properties: Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: 780 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW
(This output is the value measured at a
distance of about 200 mm from the objective
lens surface on the optical pick-up block with
7 mm aperture.)
+1
Frequency response: 20 – 20 000 Hz dB
–1.5
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
Radio section
Frequency range:
Band Range Channel
step
C
WEATHER 1 – 7 ch 1 channel
FM 87.5 – 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
AM 530 – 1 710 kHz 10 kHz
General
Time display: 12-hour system
Speaker: 50 mm (2 inches) dia, 6 Ω
Power outputs:
400 mW + 400 mW (at 10% harmonic
distortion)
Power requirements:
6 V DC, four Size C (R14) batteries
External power source: DC IN 6 V
Dimensions:
Approx. 151.5 × 248 × 84 mm (w/h/d)
(Approx. 6 × 9 / × 3 / inches) incl.
7 3
8 8
projecting parts and controls
Mass: Approx. 1 350 g (2 lb 16 oz) incl. batteries
Supplied accessories:
Suction cup (1), Strap (1)
Optional accessory
D
AC power adaptor AC-E60HG *
* The voltage of power supply is different
depending on the country/region. Please buy
an AC power adaptor in the country/region
where the unit to be used.
Your dealer may not handle the above listed
accessory. Please ask the dealer for detailed
information.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
FM wire antenna
Using the FM wire
antenna (See Fig. C)
Taking out the FM wire antenna
Hook your finger around the FM wire antenna and
pull out the end of the antenna from the slot 1.
Open the buckle and unwrap the FM wire antenna
completely, then close the buckle.
Storing the FM wire antenna
When the FM wire antenna is not in use, store the
antenna as follows:
Open the buckle and wrap the FM wire antenna
completely around the buckle, then close the
buckle. Insert the end of the wire antenna into the
(JEITA*)
slot 1. Pinch the antenna wires wrapped around
WEATHER FM AM CD
the buckle and push them into the slit 2.
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Note
When you close the buckle, make sure the antenna
is stored correctly. You may damage the antenna if
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you close the buckle forcefully.
Tying the FM wire antenna (See
Fig. D)
Tie the FM wire antenna to the supplied suction
cup and attach the cup to the wall.
Using the Strap (See
Fig. E)
Use the strap as shown in the illustration.
Notes
• The strap is only for hanging the unit, do not use
the strap to carry it.
• Do not hang the unit from where it can easily
fall down.
B
Buckle
f
AC power adaptor
(not supplied)
B B B B B
To a wall outlet
DC IN 6 V jack
1 2
E
Suction cup
f