Sony Dream Machine ICF-C717PJ Operating Instructions

4-180-721-31(1)
FM/AM Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones (en el reverso)
ICF-C717PJ
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Model for Europe
(except for East European model):
Model for other countries/regions:
AC power cord
FM wire aerial
Temperature
sensor
Built-in audio
cable
The VOL + button has a tactile dot.
Button legending of DATE/TIME ZONE and DATE/DST button differs between countries/
regions.
 
  
CR2032
 
  
 
Built-in audio
cable
The built-in audio cable can
be inserted in the slot of the
unit.
To the headphones
jack or line output
jack
About the backup
battery
To maintain accurate time, this unit includes an
internal CR2032 battery as a backup power source
in the event of a power interruption (The battery
English
is supplied with the unit for East European
model.).
WARNING Note for customers in Europe
(except East Europe)
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory
not expose this apparatus to rain or
is powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032
moisture.
battery. If the "0:00" flashes in the display when
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
the unit is connected to AC outlet for the first
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
time, the battery may be weak. In this case,
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted
consult a Sony dealer. The preinstalled CR2032
candles on the apparatus.
battery is considered part of the product, and is
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
covered by the warranty. You are required to show
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing,
"Note for customers in Europe (except East
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such
Europe)" (in these instructions) to a Sony dealer
as vases, on the apparatus.
in order to validate the warranty for this product.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
Knowing when to replace the
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
battery
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
When the battery becomes weak, "  " will
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
appear in the display.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit If a power interruption occurs while the battery is
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily weak, the current time and alarm will be
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an initialized.
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
from the AC outlet immediately. battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire or
explosion.
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
Installing and replacing the
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the
wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned
battery
off.
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
The nameplate and important information
concerning safety are located on the bottom outlet, remove the screw that secures the
exterior.
battery compartment at the bottom of
CAUTION the unit using a screwdriver, and pull the
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly battery compartment marked PULL
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
OPEN. (See fig. -)
Notice for customers: the following 2
Insert a new battery in the battery holder
information is only applicable to equipment
with the  side facing up.
sold in countries applying EU directives
To remove the battery from the battery
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
compartment, push it out from the side
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-
marked PUSH. (See fig. -)
0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for
3
Insert the battery compartment back into
EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, the unit and secure it with the screw.
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters
(See fig. -)
please refer to the addresses given in separate
4
When you are replacing the battery, press
service or guarantee documents.
any of the following buttons: RADIO
BAND, AUDIO IN, or NATURE SOUND
Features
/ PRESET to turn "  " off in the display.
Note
 Dual alarm FM/AM synthesized clock radio
When you replace the battery, do not disconnect
 Nature Sound (Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook,
the AC plug from AC outlet. Otherwise, the 100
Under the Sea)
year calendar, current time, alarm and station
 Temperature display (Centigrade/Fahrenheit)
presets will be initialized
–15 °C – 50 °C (5 °F – 122 °F)
 Built-in audio cable for Digital Music Player
 10 Station Presets (5 FM/5 AM)
Setting the clock for
 Various types of alarms - radio, buzzer and
the first time (except
Nature Sounds (5)
 Automatic time set: when you plug the clock in
East European model)
for the first time, the current time will be
shown in the display (except East European
This unit is preset to current date and time at the
model)
factory, and is powered by the back up battery. All
 Automatic Daylight Savings Time Set/Summer
you need to do the first time is just plug it in and
Time adjustment (except East European
select your time zone.
model).
1
 100 year calendar and DATE/TIME ZONE Plug in the unit.
(DATE/DST) button to display year, month and "year" (about 4 seconds)  "month and date"
date (about 4 seconds)  "current CET (Central
 Brightness Control (High/Low/Off) Standard Time)" appears in the display in
 No Power No Problem alarm system to keep turn.
the clock and the alarm operating during a 2
Press and hold DATE/TIME ZONE for at
power interruption with a CR2032 battery
least 2 seconds.
installed
Area number "1" flashes in the display.
 Extendable Snooze system - Snooze time can be
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly to
set from 10 to 60 minutes
 Progressive Alarm Speed (buzzer only) select the time zone as follows:
Area number Time zone
Connecting the aerial
1 (default) Central European Time/
Central European
To connect the AM loop Summer Time
2 Eastern European Time/
aerial
Eastern European
The shape and the length of the aerial is designed
Summer Time
to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up
0 Western European Time/
the aerial.
Western European
1
Remove only the loop part from the
Summer Time
plastic stand.
2 4
Set up the AM loop aerial. Press DATE/TIME ZONE to set.
Notes
 Though the clock is correctly set at the factory,
discrepancies may arise during transport or
storage. If necessary, set the clock to the correct
time by referring to "Setting the clock. "
 While setting the time zone, you must perform
3
Connect the cords to the AM aerial
each step within 65 seconds, or the time zone
terminals. setting mode will be cancelled.
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected either
When daylight saving time
way round.
(summer time) begins
Insert the cord while
This model automatically adjusts for daylight
pushing down the
saving time (summer time).
terminal clamp.
" " is displayed from the beginning of daylight
saving time (summer time), and disappears at the
end of daylight saving time (summer time)
Only insert up automatically.
to here. B
A
Automatic DST/summer time adjustment is based
on GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).
Area number 1:
 Daylight saving time (summer time) begins at:
2:00 AM on the final Sunday of March.
 Standard time begins at: 3:00 AM on the final
4
Make sure the AM loop aerial is
Sunday of October.
connected firmly by pulling softly.
Area number 2:
Adjusting the AM loop aerial  Daylight saving time (summer time) begins at:
Find a place and an orientation that provides 3:00 AM on the final Sunday of March
good reception.  Standard time begins at: 4:00 AM on the final
 Do not place the AM loop aerial near the unit Sunday of October.
or other AV equipment, as noise may result. Area number 0:
 Daylight saving time (summer time) begins at:
Tip
1:00 AM on the final Sunday of March.
Adjust the direction of the AM loop aerial for best
 Standard time begins at: 2:00 AM on the final
AM broadcast sound.
Sunday of October.
Preset tuning
To cancel Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment during the daylight saving
You can preset 5 stations for FM and 5 stations for
time (summer time) period
AM.
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment can be
Presetting a station
canceled.
1
Follow steps 1 and 2 in "Manual tuning"
Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK and SNOOZE /
to tune the frequency you wish to preset.
BRIGHTNESS at the same time for at least 2
seconds while the clock is displayed. 2
Hold down the desired NATURE
" " and "OFF" appear in the display to show that
SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5 button until
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment has
you hear two beeps.
been canceled. The display returns to the clock.
Notes
Example: The following display appears
 Time change of Automatic DST/Summer Time
when you preset FM 105.7 MHz to preset
adjustment (see above) is subject to variations
number 3 for FM.
in circumstances and laws of each country/
region. Cancel Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment and set the DST display manually as
necessary. Customers living in a country/region
that does not use daylight saving time (summer
time) must cancel Automatic DST/Summer 
Time adjustment before using the unit.
 To activate Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment again, press and hold DISPLAY/
CLOCK and SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS at the
same time for at least 2 seconds.
The display shows the frequency for a few
" " and "On" appear in the display to show
seconds and then changes back to the current
that Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment
time. To change the preset station, tune into
has been activated. The display returns to the
the desired station and hold down the
clock.
NATURE SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5 button
until you hear two beeps.
Setting the clock
To preset another station, repeat these steps.
Note
Follow the procedure from step 1 for East
If you try to store another station with the same
European model. To change the setting for other
preset number, the previously stored station will
models, follow the procedure from step 2.
be replaced.
1
Plug in the unit.
Tuning in to a preset station
2
Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK for at
1
Press RADIO BAND to turn on the
least 2 seconds.
radio and select the AM or FM band.
The year starts to flash in the display.
2
Press NATURE SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly to set
where the desired station is stored.
the year.
3
Adjust the volume using VOL + or –.
4
Press DISPLAY/CLOCK.
5
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the month,
Improving the
day, hour and minute, and then press
DISPLAY/CLOCK.
reception
The seconds start incrementing from zero.
Notes
FM: Extend the FM wire aerial fully to increase
 While setting the clock, you must perform each
reception sensitivity.
step within 65 seconds, or the clock setting
AM: Connect the supplied AM loop aerial to the
mode will be cancelled.
unit. Rotate the aerial horizontally for
 When pressing any of the rear buttons, hold the
optimum reception.
unit firmly to prevent slippage.
Note on radio reception
To display the year and date
Keep digital music players or mobile phones away
Press DATE/TIME ZONE once for the year, and
from the AM loop aerial or the FM aerial, as this
press again for the date.
may lead to reception interference.
After a while, the display will change back to the
current time automatically.
Selecting a Nature
To change the display to the daylight
saving time (summer time) indication
Sound
Change the daylight saving time (summer time)
adjustment setting according to the following
This unit includes 5 types of Nature Sounds: (Sea
procedures if:
Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook and Under the Sea.)
– you have an East European model.
You can choose any one of these by pressing the
– you have cancelled the Automatic DST/Summer
corresponding button.
Time adjustment.
Icons Sound type
Press and hold DATE/DST.
Sea Waves
" " appears in the display and the time indication
changes to daylight saving time (summer time).
Birds
To deactivate the daylight saving time (summer
time) adjustment, press DATE/DST again.
Rain
Brook
Using the Projector
Under the Sea
function
Note
When other functions are in use, Nature Sound is
The Projector function allows you to display the
not available.
clock and alarm on a nearby wall, up to a distance
of 2 metres away.
Pressing the PROJECTION ROTATE button
Setting the alarm
repeatedly changes the angle of rotation at which
the clock and alarm appear.
The dual alarm function allows you to set two
How to use
alarm programs (ALARM ON/OFF A and
1
Plug in the unit.
ALARM ON/OFF B).
2
Select the location and height. The alarm time can be set for each program and
3 the alarm sound is selectable from "NATURE
Press the PROJECTION ON/OFF button.
SOUND, " "RADIO, " or "BUZZER. "
4
To adjust the focus, turn PROJECTION
Notes
FOCUS.
 Before setting the alarm, make sure to set the
5
To press the PROJECTION ROTATE
clock. (See "Setting the clock")
button repeatedly changes the angle of  The factory setting alarm time is "12:00. "
 To set the radio alarm, first preset your favorite
rotation at which the clock and alarm
station. (See "Presetting a station")
appear. (See fig. )
 While setting the alarm, you must perform each
Notes
step within 65 seconds, or the alarm setting
 The Projector function cannot be used unless
mode will be cancelled.
the clock has been set.
To set the alarm
 Do not stare into the lens directly.
 Certain walls may not display the projection 1
Press and hold ALARM ON/OFF A or B
properly.
for a few seconds.
 The projector can be rotated 90° left or right
2
Press TIME SET + or – to set the desired
from the upward position, and clicks when
returned to the upward position. hour, and press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
 If the projector unit is rotated beyond limited, it
3
Press TIME SET + or – to set the desired
may be damaged.
minute, and press ALARM ON/OFF A or
 The projector will automatically turn off after
10 hours. B.
Setting the brightness
of the display
4
Press TIME SET + or – to set the desired
Three levels of brightness are available by pressing alarm period ("WEEKDAY, "
SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS.
"WEEKEND" or everyday*), and press
ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
* In the case of everyday, both "WEEKDAY"
Note
and "WEEKEND" are displayed.
When the alarm is sounding, the brightness
5
Press TIME SET + or – to set the desired
function cannot be used.
alarm mode ("NATURE SOUND, "
"RADIO, " or "BUZZER"), and press
Operating the radio
ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
You can choose one of 3 settings: "NATURE
Manual tuning SOUND, " "RADIO, " or "BUZZER. " Set the
alarm mode as follows:
1
Press RADIO BAND to turn on the – NATURE SOUND: see " Setting the
Nature Sound alarm. "
radio and select the AM or FM band.
– RADIO: see " Setting the radio alarm. "
2
Press TUNING + or – to tune in to a
– BUZZER: see " Setting the buzzer alarm. "
desired frequency.
3
Adjust the volume using VOL + or –.
Note
The FM frequency display is raised or lowered by
a step of 0.1 MHz. For example, frequency 88.00
and 88.05 MHz is displayed as "88.0. "
Tuning in to a station
The unit automatically scans AM or FM stations.
1
Press RADIO BAND to turn on the
radio to select the AM or FM band.
2
Press and hold TUNING + or –.
+ : scans upward through the frequency
bands.
– : scans downwards through the frequency
bands.
Scanning starts from the currently-tuned
frequency. When a station is received,
scanning stops.
3
Adjust the volume using VOL + or –.
Note on the alarm in the event of a power
 Setting the Nature Sound alarm
interruption
1
Perform steps 1 to 5 in "To set the
In the event of a power interruption, the alarm
alarm. " will work until the internal battery is worn out.
However, certain functions may be affected as
2
Press TIME SET + or – to select
follows:
"NATURE SOUND" alarm mode, and
 The backlight will not light up.
press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
 If the alarm mode is set to Nature Sound or
radio, it will change to BUZZER automatically.
"NATURE SOUND" appears in the
 If a power interruption occurs while the alarm
display.
is sounding, the alarm will stop.
3
Press TIME SET + or – to select the
 If OFF ALARM RESET is not pressed, the
NATURE SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5, and
alarm will sound for about 5 minutes.
 If "  " appears in the display, the alarm will
press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
not sound in the event of power interruption.
4
Press TIME SET + or – to adjust the
Replace the battery if "  " appears.
volume, and press ALARM ON/OFF A or
 The snooze function will not work.
 During a power interruption, the alarm will
B.
sound at the set time only once.
The setting is entered.
5
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B. "" or
"" appears in the display after about 4
Setting the sleep timer
seconds.
The Nature sound will sound at the set time.
You can fall asleep to the "NATURE SOUND, "
"RADIO, " or "AUDIO IN" using the built-in sleep
 Setting the radio alarm
timer that turns off the "NATURE SOUND, "
1
Perform steps 1 to 5 in "To set the "RADIO, " or "AUDIO IN" automatically after a
preset duration.
alarm. "
1
2 Press SLEEP while the unit is turned on.
Press TIME SET + or – to select
"SLEEP" appears and the sleep time flashes in
"RADIO" alarm mode, and press
the display.
ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
2
Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer
"RADIO" appears in the display.
duration.
3
Press TIME SET + or – to select the AM
Each time you press SLEEP, the duration (in
band, FM band or the last station, and
minutes) changes as follows:
press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
90 60 30 15
If you select the last station, jump to step 5.
OFF
4
Press TIME SET + or – to select the
The display returns to clock mode for about
station, and press ALARM ON/OFF A or
4 seconds after you have finished the duration
B. setting and released SLEEP, and then the sleep
timer starts.
5
Press TIME SET + or – to adjust the
The unit will play for the duration you set, and
volume, and press ALARM ON/OFF A or
then shut off.
B.
Note
The setting is entered.
Even if the Sleep Timer is set, it cannot turn off
6
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B. "" or
the power of optional components connected to
the AUDIO IN jack of this player.
"" appears in the display after about 4
seconds.
To turn off the unit before the preset
The radio will sound at the set time.
time
Press OFF ALARM RESET.
 Setting the Buzzer Alarm
To change the sleep timer setting
1
Perform steps 1 to 5 in "To set the
You can press SLEEP repeatedly to select the
alarm. "
desired sleep timer setting even after the sleep
2
Press TIME SET + or – to select
timer has been activated.
"BUZZER" alarm mode, and press
To deactivate the sleep timer
ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
Press SLEEP repeatedly to set the sleep timer to
The setting is entered. "OFF" in step 2.
3
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B. "" or
"" appears in the display after about 4
Using the temperature
seconds.
function
The buzzer will sound at the set time.
When the alarm setting is completed, the alarm
This unit includes an external temperature sensor,
time setting is displayed.
allowing you to monitor ambient temperature.
When both ALARM "" and ALARM "" are
The temperature is displayed in Centigrade or
turned on, you can switch the ALARM A and
Fahrenheit.
ALARM B display by pressing DISPLAY/CLOCK.
To switch between Centigrade and Fahrenheit,
Notes press and hold the SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS and
 When you use the radio alarm, the timed alarm DATE/TIME ZONE (SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS
sounds with the last broadcasting station tuned and DATE/DST) buttons for more than 2 seconds.
to before the power went off. When you set the
Notes
radio alarm, select the desired broadcasting
 In the example, the display shows Centigrade;
station before turning the power off.
however, Fahrenheit can also be displayed.
 The ALARM "" (or "") indicator flashes in
 Do not use in water.
the display when the alarm sounds.
 Do not forcefully pull on the external
 If a second alarm sounds during a first (or the
temperature sensor. Improper use of the
SNOOZE function is active), the second alarm
external temperature sensor may cause a
takes priority.
malfunction.
 The alarm function works as usual at the
 The display temperature and actual temperature
beginning and end day of daylight saving time
may differ depending on the usage
(summer time). While Automatic DST/
environment.
Summer Time adjustment is set, as a result, if
 Do not place the temperature sensor near the
the alarm is set at a time skipped when the
floor, a heat source such as a radiator or airduct,
daylight saving time (summer time) begins, the
or in a place subject to direct sunlight.
alarm is skipped, or if the alarm is set at a time
The temperature sensor reading may differ
overlapped when the daylight saving time
from actual surrounding temperature.
(summer time) ends, the alarm sounds twice.
 The operating temperature range is –15 °C
 If the same alarm time is set for both alarms
(5 °F) to 50 °C (122 °F).
(ALARM A and B), ALARM A takes priority.
In the case of lower than –15 °C (5 °F) or higher
than 50 °C (122 °F), the "Lo" or "Hi" indicator
To confirm an alarm time setting
appears.
Turn off the ALARM ON/OFF "" or ""
 When plugging in the unit or recovering from a
indicator in the display, and press the ALARM
power interruption, the temperature display of
ON/OFF A or B button again.
this unit will flash "--".
You can confirm the alarm time by pressing TIME
The temperature will be displayed after 20
SET + or – after the alarm time is set.
seconds.
To change an alarm setting
There are two ways to set the alarm:
Connecting external
 To change all alarm settings
equipment (See fig. )
Set the alarm again.
 To change an alarm time only
To listen to sound
When setting the alarm (ALARM "" or
ALARM "" appears), this function is available. 1
Connect the built-in audio cable with the
Press and hold TIME SET + for at least 2 seconds
stereo-miniplug on the bottom of the
to move the alarm time forwards. Press and hold
unit to the line output jack or
TIME SET – for at least 2 seconds to move the
alarm time back. When you release the button, headphones jack on the optional
the changed time will be displayed for about 2
component (e.g., portable music player).
seconds. To change the alarm time, press TIME
2
Press AUDIO IN.
SET + or – within these 2 seconds, otherwise the
setting change will be fixed as displayed. "AUDIO IN" appears in the display.
3
Play the optional component connected
To doze for a few more minutes
to the unit's built-in audio cable.
Press SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS.
4
Adjust the volume using VOL + or – and
The sound turns off but will automatically come
on again after about 10 minutes.
the connected component's volume.
You can change the snooze time by pressing
To return to the radio
SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS repeatedly within
4 seconds. Press RADIO BAND.
The maximum snooze time is 60 minutes. The frequency is shown in the display.
To stop the alarm To stop listening
Press OFF ALARM RESET to turn off the alarm. Press OFF ALARM RESET, and stop playback
The alarm will sound again at the same time on the connected unit.
depending on the next day setting.
To turn off the sound from the optional
component
To deactivate the alarm
Press OFF ALARM RESET, and then turn off the
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B to turn off the
optional component.
ALARM "" or "" indicator in the display.
Notes
 Refer also to the connected equipment's
manual.
 Connect the audio cable firmly to prevent a
malfunction.
 Keep digital music players away from the
speaker.
 If you increase the volume too much, loud
sound may occurs when switching to the radio.
 Confirm the volume when you remove the
connected component from this unit to listen
by headphones. Otherwise, high volume may
affect your hearing.
 AUDIO IN cannot be set for the alarm sound.
 When you listen to the radio with external
equipment connected, turn off the connected
equipment to prevent noise. If noise occurs,
even when the equipment is turned off,
disconnect and place the external equipment
away from the unit.
Troubleshooting Specifications
Should any problem persist after you have made
Time display
the following checks, consult your nearest Sony
24-hour system
dealer.
Radio section
The clock flashes "0:00" due to a power
Frequency range
interruption.
Band Frequency Channel step
 The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove
the old battery and install a new one. FM 87.5 – 108 MHz 0.05 MHz
The radio, Nature sound or buzzer alarm AM 531 – 1 602 kHz 9 kHz
does not sound at the preset alarm time.
General
 Check that alarm "" or alarm "" is
Speaker
properly set/displayed.
Approx. 3.6 cm (1 / inches) dia. 8 Ω
7
16
The alarm settings are activated but there is
Input
no sound at the preset alarm time.
Built-in audio cable with stereo-mini plug
 Check the alarm volume setting.
(ø 3.5 mm)
When daylight saving time begins, the clock
Power output
does not employ the daylight saving time
0.7 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
automatically.
Power requirements
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
230 V AC, 50 Hz
 Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK and SNOOZE
For clock back up: 3V DC, one CR2032 battery
/ BRIGHTNESS simultaneously for at least 2
Nature sound
seconds to activate the Automatic DST
Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook and Under the Sea
function.
Temperature range
–15 °C – 50 °C (5 °F – 122 °F)
Precautions Temperature resolution
1 °C (1 °F)
Dimensions
 Operate the unit on the power source specified
Approx. 217 mm × 67 mm × 62 mm (w/h/d)
in "Specifications. "
 To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull (8 5 / inches × 2 3 / inches × 2 1 / inches) not
8 4 2
it out by the plug, not the cord. including projecting parts and controls
 Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,
Mass
keep personal credit cards using magnetic
Approx. 670 g (1 lb 7.63 oz) including power
coding or spring-wound watches away from the
supply unit and CR2032 battery
unit to prevent possible damage from the
Supplied accessories
magnet.
AM loop aerial (1)
 Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat
Lithium battery CR2032 (1) (East European
source such as a radiator or airduct, or in a
model only)
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
Design and specifications are subject to change
mechanical vibration, or shock.
without notice
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit on
a thick pile surface (rug, a blanket, etc.), or near
materials that might block the ventilation holes
(such as a curtain, etc. ).
 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 main plug from the
wall outlet.
NOTES ON THE 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.
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical symbol. The
chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb)
are added if the battery contains more than
0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
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, consult your nearest Sony dealer.