Sony ICF-C743 User's Manual
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1. SDZ SOx SK Laredo Tx 78041 ae SRS SOS RS t X x SOS SOK For your convenience Sony Electronics Inc has established telephone numbers for frequently asked questions BK Zg Ze K 5 z i Bee BE To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you or for service assistance or resolution of a service problem or for RE SO A 4 SOS OK product information or operation call EK RZ i LZ ZK Sony Customer Information Service Center ZX KE 1 800 222 7669 RXZ RA or write to ZZ Se Sony Customer Information Service Center X IE 12451 Gateway Blvd ZE IRE y a Re RNS Fort Myers FL 33913 3 i For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer call LZ as a 1 800 488 SONY 7669 SG Oh RC S amp S Se IK IKI N NON SRIENE DREE NEEE EEEE 455714602 To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user AN 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 AN to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance2. The graphical symbols are on the AC power adaptor enclosure You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment 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 Before You Begin Thank you for choosing the Sony Dream Machine The Dream Machine will give you many hours of reliable service and listening
3. bed sofa rug or other similar surface Never place the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided 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 stand tripod bracket or table 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 This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company For those appliances designed to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below For the appliance with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a
4. quit during the clock setting after about 65 seconds the previous display will return To set the current time from zero seconds press CLOCK with the time signal in step 5 To change the display to the daylight saving time summer time indication Press D S T is displayed and the time indication changes to summer time To deactivate the summer time function press D S T again To set the brightness of the backlight Press BRIGHTNESS to select high middle or low for the display according to your preferences Playing the Radio Manual Tuning 1 Press RADIO ONeSLEEP to turn on the radio The display shows the band and frequency for 10 seconds and then changes back to the current time 2 Press BAND to select the band Each press changes the band as follows pe ee eed When using FM1 or FM2 preset mode you may listen to the radio on either mode See Preset Tuning 3 Press TUNE TIME SET or to tune in to the desired station Two short beeps sound when the minimum frequency of each band is received during tuning 4 Adjust volume using VOLUME To turn off the radio press OFF ALARM RESET To check the station being received Press TUNE TIME SET or lightly The display shows the band and frequency for 10 seconds and then returns to the previous display Improving the Reception FM TheAC power cord functions as an FM antenna Extend the AC power cord fully to increase reception sensi
5. then shut off To turn off the radio before the preset time Press SNOOZE SLEEP OFF or OFF ALARM RESET To Use Both Sleep Timer and Alarm You can fall asleep to the radio and also be awakened by the radio or sound alarm at the preset time 1 Set thealarm See Setting the Alarm 2 Set thesleep timer See Setting the Sleep Timer 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 does not show the correct time e Hasan electrical power outage lasting more than 1 minutes occurred The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound at the preset alarm time e Has the desired radio or buzzer alarm been activated i e Is RADIO or IsounD displayed The radio alarm is activated but no sound comes on at the preset alarm time e Has VOLUME been adjusted The preset stations may be deleted from the memory if a maintenance service is performed Please note down your settings in case you want to preset them again
6. to turn off the alarm The alarm will come on again at the same time the next day To Deactive the Alarm Press ALARM MODE repeatedly so that Rapi0 and ysounn go off Using the NAP Timer Count Down Timer The NAP timer sounds the buzzer after a preset time duration Press NAP repeatedly until the desired minutes is displayed Each press changes the display as follows OFF current time 10 gt 20 30 t in 9 o l The NAP button lamp turns on A and the NAP time are displayed for a few seconds NAP timer starts counting down the NAP time When selected NAP time has passed the buzzer comes on and the NAP button lamp and D gt on the display flash The buzzer is turned off automatically after about 60 minutes To Stop NAP Timer Press NAP to turn off the buzzer To Deactive NAP Timer Press NAP The NAP button lamp and E go off Setting the Sleep Timer You can enjoy falling asleep to the radio using the built in sleep timer that turns off the radio automatically after a preset duration Press RADIO ON SLEEP The radio turns on You can set the sleep timer to durations of 90 60 30 or 15 minutes Each press changes the display as follows On 290 60 t i5 2 Two short beeps sound when the display returns to On SLEEP will appear in the display when the duration time is set The radio will play for the time you set
7. 3 237 897 21 1 SONY FM AM PLL Synthesized Clock Radio Operating Instructions DREAM MACHINE Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation ICF C743 Sony Corporation 2002 Printed in China http www sony net For customers in the USA Please register this product on line at http www sony com productregistration Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic mailings about new products services and other important announcements Registering your product will also allow us to contact you in the unlikely event that the product needs adjustment or modification Thank you SRR RRO SON SO SOON SOK SO SSS IPSS NSSS SSIS NSSS SSSI Pa ROK PEN STK SSS SST SR SST SR SLO SOLO SSRN SL SOON SSS ISSS SSO Re ee ee Ne NN NN CNC CS Ce Ca Ca ae NNN NN CN CNA CEN CN Cae NN aN NN NN NN NEN CO EE 2S I sS ONY Tape Cassette Player Recorder CD Player Mini Disc SAS k RYS DAT Radio Head Phone Speaker MIC Personals Re Portable Audi oa LIMITED WARRANTY A Sony Electronics Inc Sony warrants this Product including any accessories against defects in material or ie ne Se workmanship as follows Se Be 1 Fora period of one 1 year from the date of purchase Sony will repair or replace at its option at no charge BKC Ses through your Sony authorized dealer Sony owned Service Center or the Sony Audio Accessory Exchange Res BK y y y y y X RZ Department the defective unit
8. After this one 1 year period you must pay for the replacement unit This war Rx RG ranty does not cover costs incurred in connection with the removal and re installation of radios speakers or RE R accessories nor does it cover any other contingent expenses Ke SC BRE Boe 2 To obtain warranty service you must take the Product or deliver the Product freight prepaid in either its SIR 2 on 4 A 4 5 a ZZ KS original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to any authorized Sony service facility Res BI Zs pi This warranty does not cover customer instruction installation set up adjustments or signal reception prob KG 3 J 9 X LDZ LZ ie lems a SRS BS SK This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negli a RZ gence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the Product including the antenna This warranty KZ X does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance connection to improper voltage supply or BRE SOS r H g A SS Ke attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by Sony to service the Product This warranty does RON BRE T ZXZ IR not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables such as fuses or batteries This warranty NES she is valid only in the United States Sa eK it pea K N i a yt k s e PR pes LZ Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the uni
9. conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code Antenna Lead in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors 2 NEC Section 810 20 Ground Clamps Electric Service Equipment NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE SERVICE Damage Requiring Service Unplug the oppiance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plugis damage or frayed 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 ser
10. ing VOLUME After 10 seconds the display will return to the current time but the PRESET TUNING STATION button number will remain Setting the Illumination Light You can change the setting of the illumination light at the bottom of this unit Set ILLUMINATION to AUTO ON or OFF The illumination light operates as follows AUTO Theillumination light turns on when the radio is turned on The illumination light flashes when ALARM A or B or NAP timer sound comes on The illumination light goes out when the radio the sound alarm or the NAP timer sound is turned off ON Theillumination lightis always lit OFF Theillumination light does not turn on Setting the Alarm You can set two types of alarms radio ALARM A and sound ALARM B The alarm will come on at the same time everyday Before setting the alarm make sure to set the clock See Setting the Clock Notes e The factory setting alarm time for radio ALARM A and sound ALARM B is AM 12 00 If you quit during the alarm setting after about 65 seconds the previous display will return To Set the Radio Alarm ALARM A 1 Press ALARM A for a few seconds until a beep sounds Gani and the hour flash on the display 2 Press TUNE TIME SET or to set the desired hour 3 Press ALARM A 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the minute A beep sounds to confirm the setting of time WAKE UP STA appears and the preset number flashes
11. o lightning and powerline surges Object and Liquid Entry 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 kind on the appliance Cleaning Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony as they may cause hazards 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
12. on the display 5 Press TUNE TIME SET or to select the station you last listened or a preset station as WAKE UP STA station Each press of TUNE TIME SET changes WAKE UP STA station as follows PRESET FM 2 PRESET 1 to 5 FM1 PRESET 1to5 Pressing TUNE TIME SET changes WAKE UP STA station in reverse order 6 Press ALARM A again Two beeps sound to confirm the setting To useALARM A set the alarm mode See Setting the Alarm M ode When the alarm comes on at the preset time Erano flashes on the display and WAKE UP STA the station selected in step 5 comes on The radio is turned off automatically after about 60 minutes To check the alarm setting Press ALARM A once The display shows the preset time If you press ALARM A again the display shows WAKE UP STA station To return to the previous display press CLOCK or wait for afew seconds To Set the Sound Alarm ALARM B 1 Press ALARM B for a few seconds until a beep sounds Efsounn and the hour flash on the display Press TUNE TIME SET or to set the desired hour Press ALARM B Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the minute A beep sounds to confirm the setting of time Press TUNE TIME SET or to select the sound number of beep 1 or melodies 2 to 5 When selecting the number you can hear the sound of the number for 5 seconds 6 Press ALARM B again Two beeps sound to confirm the setting ue AW N To use ALARM B se
13. pleasure Before operating your unit please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference Features e Dual alarm FM AM PLL Phase Locked Loop synthesized clock radio e Easy preset digital tuning with 15 memory presets e Illumination light that is most suitable as a bedside interior e Various types of alarms radio buzzer and 4 melodies e NAP timer sounds the buzzer after desired time durations of between 10 to 120 minutes that can be selected from 6 different time settings convenient for taking naps e LCD with backlight and brightness adjustment for the backlight Precautions e Operate the unit only on 120 V AC 60 Hz e To disconnect the power cord mains lead pull it out the plug not by the cord e 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 e Do not place the unit on surfaces rugs blankets etc or near materials curtains draperies that block the ventilation holes e Should any liquid or solid object fall into the unit unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further e When the casing becomes soiled clean it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution Never use abrasive cleaners or chemical solvents as they may mar the casing If you have any questions please consult your neare
14. safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in For the appliance with a three wire grounding type AC plug 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 installod Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock When not in use Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long peri d of time To disconnect the cord pull it out by grasping the plug Never pull the plug out by the cord Power Cord Protection 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 Lightning For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the appliance due t
15. st Sony dealer Specifications Time display 12 hour system Frequency range FM 87 5 108 MHz AM 530 1710 kHz Speaker Approx 5 7 cm 2 1 inches dia 4 Q Power output 200 mW at 10 harmonic distortion Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz Dimensions Approx 138 x 88 5 x 100 mm w h d 51 x 31 X 4 inches including projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 460 g 1 lb 0 2 oz 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 in the operating instructions and adhere to them INSTALLATION Water and Moisture Do not use powerline operated appliances near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Heat Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct sunlight Ventilation 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 blocked or covered Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Never block the slots and openings by placing the appliance on a
16. t is within the ZZ A Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service X X BN RN A KAA f RK Bo This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the Product Zz Re RK SOU S88 K REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE IZ CONSUMER SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR RZ X BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIB X BE ITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICU SR SOx SOS LAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY ie Bes ER RE NNA ZZS ZX Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations ZX ea on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In addition IE RZ if you enter into a service contract with the Sony Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale the limitation on KZ X how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you X SOS i SOS Sa may have other rights which vary from state to state ee Sot SRS ZRS y Oe See The Address of the Sony Audio Accessory Exchange Department is Z ed Kes SRN 5 O S amp S Sony Audio Accessory Exchange Department Rx RE 5819 Riverside Drive Suite 500 o
17. t the alarm mode See Setting the Alarm M ode When the alarm comes on at the preset time Efsounn and the selected sound number flash on the display The sound is turned off automatically after about 60 minutes To check the alarm setting Press ALARM B once Thedisplay shows the preset time and the selected sound number To return to the previous display press CLOCK or wait for afew seconds Setting the Alarm Mode Before setting the alarm mode be sure to set the alarm time See Setting the Alarm Press ALARM MODE repeatedly until the desired mode is selected Each press of ALARM MODE changes the indication on the display as follows Noalarm Indication EJSounp tL Eson The selected sound number is displayed with If the same alarm time is set for both radio and sound alarm ALARM A and B the radio alarm ALARM A takes priority To Doze for a Few More Minutes Press SNOOZE SLEEP OFF The radio or sound turns off but will automatically come on again after about 10 minutes Each time you press SNOOZE SLEEP OFF the snooze time changes as follows 10 20 30 40 50 60 The maximum length of the snooze time is 60 minutes The display shows the snooze time for a few seconds and returns to show the current time When you press SNOOZE SLEEP OFF after the current time appeared the snooze time starts from 10 minutes again To Stop the Alarm Press OFFeALARM RESET
18. tivity AM Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception A ferrite bar is built in to the unit Do not operate the unit over a steel desk or metal surface as this may lead to interference of reception Presetting Your Favorite Station Preset Tuning You can preset up to 10 stations in FM 5 stations in FM 1 5 stations in FM2 and 5 stations in AM Presetting a station Example To set FM 90 MHz in the PRESET TUNING STATION 2 button for FM2 1 Press RADIO ONeSLEEP to turn on the radio 2 Press BAND to select FM2 3 Tunein to FM 90MHz See Manual Tuning 4 Hold down the PRESET TUNING STATION 2 button for more than 2 seconds The preset number 2 and PRESET flash on the display Two beeps sound and 2 and PRESET stop flashing To preset another station repeat these steps To change the preset station tune in to the desired station and hold down the PRESET TUNING STATION 1 to 5 button The new station will replace the previously preset station on the preset button Tuning in to a preset station 1 Press RADIO ONeSLEEP to turn on the radio 2 Press BAND to select the band 3 Press the desired PRESET TUNING STATION button Do not hold down the PRESET TUNING STATION button for more than a few seconds Otherwise the station you have tuned in to will be preset to that PRESET TUNING STATION button and the previously preset station will be canceled 4 Adjust the volume us
19. vicing 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 pe a Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H O00 0 ILLUMINATION ON OFF 1 m AUTO CLOCK TUNE TIME SET ALARM BRIGHT MODE NESS BAND A ALARM B D S T O0O000 AC power cord 72345 ALARM RESET SLEEP STATION SELECT PRESET OOOO VOLUME Ilumination light PRESET TUNING SNOOZE SLEEP OFF NAP C JE The PRESET TUNING STATION 3 button has a tactile dot Setting the Clock 1 Plug in the unit AM 12 00 flashes on the display 2 Press CLOCK for a few seconds until a beep sounds The hour starts to flash on the display 3 Press TUNE TIME SET or until the correct hour appears To set the current time rapidly hold down TUNE TIME SET or 4 Press CLOCK once 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the minute Two short beeps sound and the counting of the seconds starts If you
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