Sony ICF-790, ICF-790L, ICF-790S User Manual

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Sony ICF-790, ICF-790L, ICF-790S User Manual

3-800-174-11 (1)

FM/AM RadioICF-790

FM/MW/LW 3 Band Radio

ICF-790L

FM/SW/MW 3 Band Radio

ICF-790S

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Bedienungsanleitung

Manual de instrucciones

Sony Corporation © 1998 Printed in Malaysia

 

 

POWER (ØON/ø STANDBY)

 

 

TUNE indicator

 

 

 

Indicateur TUNE

 

 

 

TUNE-Anzeige

 

 

 

Indicador TUNE

 

 

 

Telescopic antenna

 

 

Antenne télescopique

 

 

Teleskopantenne

 

 

 

Antena telescópica

 

ICF-790

 

TUNING

 

 

 

 

FM

AM

 

 

ICF-790L

 

 

 

FM MW LW

VOL

 

 

 

 

 

 

MIN

MAX

ICF-790S

 

TONE

 

FM MW SW

 

 

 

 

 

LOW

HIGH

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

} ]

 

}

 

 

 

 

]

}

]

 

 

 

 

 

 

}

]

 

 

 

 

Four R6 (size AA) batteries

 

 

 

 

 

Quatre piles R6 (format AA)

 

 

 

 

 

Vier Mignonzellen (R6/AA)

 

 

 

 

 

Cuatro pilas R6 (tamaño AA)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BCarrying handle

@ jack

 

 

 

Poignée de transport

Prise @

 

 

 

Tragegriff

@-Buchse

 

 

 

Asa de transporte

Toma @

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 to the AC IN jack

2 to a wall outlet

 

 

 

 

 

 

à la prise AC IN

à une prise murale

 

 

 

an AN IN-Buchse

an Wandsteckdose

 

 

 

a la toma AC IN

a una toma de la red

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC power cord supplied

Cordon d’alimentation secteur fourni

Mitgeliefertes Netzkabel

Cable de alimentación de CA suministrado

C

FM

MW/LW

SW

 

UKW

PO/GO

OC

 

 

 

KW

English

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.

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BS I to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with 2or @mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

IMPORTANT

If the plug supplied is not suitable for the socket outlets in your home, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in accordance with the following instructions.

The wire in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue :Neutral Brown :Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol Y or coloured green or green and yellow.

WARNING

To prevent shock hazard, do not insert the plug cut off from the mains lead into a socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and should be destroyed.

Before You Begin

Thank you for choosing the Sony FM/AM 2 Band Radio and FM/MW/LW/SW 3 Band Radio! These units will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure.

Before operating the units, please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference.

These instructions cover these models: ICF-790, ICF-790L and ICF-790S

Their differences are shown below.

Model Number

ICF-790

ICF-790L

ICF-790S

Band

FM/AM

FM/MW/LW

FM/SW/

 

MW

 

 

 

 

 

 

Features

Two different power sources: batteries and house current.

TONE control faciliates fine tone adjustment.

TUNE indicator lights up while receiveing radio reception.

Chosing Power

Sources

Batteries (See fig. A)

1Open the lid of the battery case.

2Insert the batteries with correct polarity.

3Close the lid.

Battery life

Using Sony batteries R6 (size AA) SUM-3: Approx. 35 hours

Replacing batteries

When the sound becomes weak or distorted, replace all the batteries with new ones.

Note

When the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, remove them to avoid damage caused by battery leakage and corrosion.

House current (See fig. B)

Connect the AC power cord supplied to the unit, and plug into a wall outlet.

Operating the radio

1Press the POWER switch (Ø) to turn on the radio.

2Select a desired band, and tune in a station using TUNING.

TUNE (tuning) indicator lights up when a station is tuned in.

3Adjust the volume using VOL.

4Adjust the tone to your preference using TONE.

To obtain clear treble, turn to “HIGH”.

To reinforce bass, turn to “LOW”.

To turn off the radio, press the POWER switch (ø).

For private listening, connect an earphone to the @jack.

To improve Receiving condition (See fig. C)

FM: Extend the telescopic antenna and adjust the length and the angle for the best reception. AM(MW)/LW: Since the reception is affected by the direction of the radio, rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception.

SW: Extend the telescopic antenna vertically .

Precautions

Operate the unit on the power source listed in the “Specifications”.

For battery operation, use for R6 (size AA) batteries.

For AC operation, check that the unit's operating voltage is identical with your local power supply and use the supplied AC power cord; do not use any other type.

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. is located on the rear exterior.

Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the AC power cord or remove the batteries, and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

In vehicles or in buildings, radio reception may be difficult or noisy. Try listening near a window.

Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker, keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or springwound watches away from the unit.

When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent solution. Never use abrasive cleansers or chemical solvents, as they may mar the casing.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Specifications

 

 

 

Freq

uency r

ange:

 

 

 

 

 

Italy

 

Band

 

ICF-790

 

ICF-790L

 

ICF-790S

 

 

FM

 

87.5-108 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM

 

526.5-1606.5 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM

 

87.6-107.5 MHz

 

87.6-107.5MHz 87.6-107.5MHz

 

Other countries

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM (MW)

 

531-1602 kHz

 

531-1602 kHz

 

531-1602 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LW

 

 

153-255 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SW

 

 

 

5.95-18 MHz

Intermediate frequency

FM: 10.7 MHz

AM: 455 kHz

Speaker

Approx. 10.2 cm (4 1/8 inches) dia., 8

Power output

430 mW(at 10 % harmonic distortion)

Output

@jack (minijack)

Power requirements

With the supplied ACpower cord:

North American countries: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Australia: 240V AC, 50Hz

Other countries : 220-230 V AC, 50Hz With four R6 (size AA)batteries: 6V DC

Dimensions

Approx. 258 x 133 x 65 mm (W/h/d) (10 1/4 × 5 1/4 × 2 5/8 inches)

incl. projecting parts and control with carrying handle pushed in.

Mass

Approx. 975 g ( 2 lb 2 oz) incl. batteries

Supplied accessory

AC power cord (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

English

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.

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a 5 AMP fuse approved by ASTA or BS I to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with 2or @mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

IMPORTANT

If the plug supplied is not suitable for the socket outlets in your home, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in accordance with the following instructions.

The wire in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue :Neutral Brown :Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol Y or coloured green or green and yellow.

WARNING

To prevent shock hazard, do not insert the plug cut off from the mains lead into a socket outlet. This plug cannot be used and should be destroyed.

Before You Begin

Thank you for choosing the Sony FM/AM 2 Band Radio and FM/MW/LW/SW 3 Band Radio! These units will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure.

Before operating the units, please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference.

These instructions cover these models: ICF-790, ICF-790L and ICF-790S

Their differences are shown below.

Model Number

ICF-790

ICF-790L

ICF-790S

Band

FM/AM

FM/MW/LW

FM/SW/

 

MW

 

 

 

 

 

 

Features

Two different power sources: batteries and house current.

TONE control faciliates fine tone adjustment.

TUNE indicator lights up while receiveing radio reception.

Chosing Power

Sources

Batteries (See fig. A)

1Open the lid of the battery case.

2Insert the batteries with correct polarity.

3Close the lid.

Battery life

Using Sony batteries R6 (size AA) SUM-3: Approx. 35 hours

Replacing batteries

When the sound becomes weak or distorted, replace all the batteries with new ones.

Note

When the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, remove them to avoid damage caused by battery leakage and corrosion.

House current (See fig. B)

Connect the AC power cord supplied to the unit, and plug into a wall outlet.

Operating the radio

1Press the POWER switch (Ø) to turn on the radio.

2Select a desired band, and tune in a station using TUNING.

TUNE (tuning) indicator lights up when a station is tuned in.

3Adjust the volume using VOL.

4Adjust the tone to your preference using TONE.

To obtain clear treble, turn to “HIGH”.

To reinforce bass, turn to “LOW”.

To turn off the radio, press the POWER switch (ø).

For private listening, connect an earphone to the @jack.

To improve Receiving condition (See fig. C)

FM: Extend the telescopic antenna and adjust the length and the angle for the best reception. AM(MW)/LW: Since the reception is affected by the direction of the radio, rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception.

SW: Extend the telescopic antenna vertically .

Precautions

Operate the unit on the power source listed in the “Specifications”.

For battery operation, use for R6 (size AA) batteries.

For AC operation, check that the unit's operating voltage is identical with your local power supply and use the supplied AC power cord; do not use any other type.

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. is located on the rear exterior.

Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the AC power cord or remove the batteries, and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

In vehicles or in buildings, radio reception may be difficult or noisy. Try listening near a window.

Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker, keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or springwound watches away from the unit.

When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent solution. Never use abrasive cleansers or chemical solvents, as they may mar the casing.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Specifications

 

 

 

Freq

uency r

ange:

 

 

 

 

 

Italy

 

Band

 

ICF-790

 

ICF-790L

 

ICF-790S

 

 

FM

 

87.5-108 MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM

 

526.5-1606.5 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM

 

87.6-107.5 MHz

 

87.6-107.5MHz 87.6-107.5MHz

 

Other countries

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM (MW)

 

531-1602 kHz

 

531-1602 kHz

 

531-1602 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LW

 

 

153-255 kHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SW

 

 

 

5.95-18 MHz

Intermediate frequency

FM: 10.7 MHz

AM: 455 kHz

Speaker

Approx. 10.2 cm (4 1/8 inches) dia., 8

Power output

430 mW(at 10 % harmonic distortion)

Output

@jack (minijack)

Power requirements

With the supplied ACpower cord:

North American countries: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Australia: 240V AC, 50Hz

Other countries : 220-230 V AC, 50Hz With four R6 (size AA)batteries: 6V DC

Dimensions

Approx. 258 x 133 x 65 mm (W/h/d) (10 1/4 × 5 1/4 × 2 5/8 inches)

incl. projecting parts and control with carrying handle pushed in.

Mass

Approx. 975 g ( 2 lb 2 oz) incl. batteries

Supplied accessory

AC power cord (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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