Sony Walkman ICF-C763 Operating Instructions

FM/AM PLL Synthesized Clock Radio ICF-C763
Operating Instructions
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Owner's Record
3-266-173-21(1)
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on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ICF-C763
Serial No.
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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.
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) instruc-
tions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
* The graphical symbols are the bottom
enclosure of the AC power adaptor.
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
Features

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• Dual alarm FM/AM PLL (Phase Locked Loop)
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance,
synthesized clock radio.
and keep this manual for future reference.
• LCD with white backlight, and brightness
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating
adjustment for the backlight.
instructions, and adhere to them.
• Easy preset digital tuning with 15 memory presets.
INSTALLATION
• Illumination light, that is most suitable as a bedside
Water and Moisture
interior.
Do not use powerline operated appliances near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
• Various types of alarms-radio, buzzer and 4
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
melodies.
Heat
• Nap Timer allows you to take a short nap and wake
Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
to buzzer without changing your alarm settings.
sunlight.
(You can select your nap time from 10 to 120
Ventilation
minutes)
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
• Angle is adjustable for your best view position.
blocked or covered.
• DST(Daylight Saving Time) -Summer time
-Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
adjustment (one-hour skip function).
-Never block the slots and openings by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
• Extendable snooze - snooze time can be extended surface.
-Never place the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
from 10 to 60 minutes in maximum every time you
ventilation is provided.
use.
Accessories
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,
Precautions
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by Sony.
-An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
• Operate the unit only on 120V AC, 60 Hz.
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
• The nameplate indicating voltage, etc. is located at
Wall or Ceiling Mounting
the bottom of the unit.
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.
• To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it
USE
out the plug, not by the cord.
Power Source
• Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat source
This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
such as a radiator or airduct, or in a place subject to
If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local
direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical
power company. For those appliances designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
vibration, or shock.
to the operating instructions.
Grounding or Polarization
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets,
This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than
etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that
the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow
block the ventilation holes.
the instructions below:
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the unit,
-For the appliance with a polarized AC power cord plug:
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
personnel before operating it further.
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
• When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a soft
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. plug by forcing it in.
Never use abrasive cleaners or chemical solvents, as
-For the appliance with a three-wire grounding type AC plug:
they may mar the casing.
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 unit is not disconnected from the AC power
the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
Overloading
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since
If you have any questions or problems this can result in fire or electric shock.
concerning your unit, please consult your When not in use
nearest Sony dealer. 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.
Power-Cord Protection

Troubleshooting

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.
Should any problem occur with the unit, make the
Lightning
following simple checks to determine whether or not
For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
servicing is required.
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony
system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.
dealer.
Object and Liquid Entry
The clock does not show the correct time.
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
• Has an electrical power outage lasting more than 1
kind on the appliance.
minute occurred?
Cleaning
The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound at
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
the preset alarm time.
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance.
• Has the desired radio or buzzer alarm been Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.
activated? (i.e. Is " " or " " displayed?) Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.
The radio alarm is activated but no sound
ANTENNAS
comes on at the preset alarm time.
• Has VOLUME been adjusted?
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.
The preset stations may be deleted from the memory,
An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
if a maintenance service is required.
electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.
Please note down your settings in case you want to
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
preset them again.
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

Specifications

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
Time display
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
12-hour system
Antenna Grounding According to the National
Frequency range
Electrical Code
FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz
AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz
Speaker
Approx. 5.7 cm (2 1 / inches) dia. 4
4
Power output
200 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Dimensions
Approx. 115.5 105 110.6 mm (w/h/d) (4 5 /
8
4 1 / 4 3 / inches) including projecting parts and
4 8
controls SERVICE
Mass
Damage Requiring Service
Approx. 600 g (1 lb 5.2 oz)
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
Design and specifications are subject to change
-When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed.
without notice. -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.
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.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check
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.
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Ground
Antenna Discharge Unit
Clamps
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
Electric Service
(NEC Section 810-20)
Equipment
NEC-NATIONAL
Ground Clamps
ELECTRICAL CODE
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250 Part H)