Sony ICF-C113V User Manual

SONY

3-861-951-21 (1)

TV/WEATHERiFM/AM

PLL Synthesized

Clock Radio

Operating Instructions

DREAM MACHINE

DREAM MACHINE is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

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unit.

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to op>erate
this equipment.

INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply widt the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection agamst 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 communicatioiis.
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 die equipment into an outlet

on a circuit different from dut 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
pleasure.
Before operating the Dream Machine, please read
these instructions thoroughly and retain them for
future referCTK«.

Features

• Date button to display the year, month and
date.

• D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time)—Summer time
calculation (one-hour skip funcHon).

• Dual alarm FM/AM PLL (phase locked loop)
synthesized clock radio.

• 5 random memory presets.

• Radio and buzzer alarms with the snooze
function.

• LCD with backlight which has a brightness
switch.

• LED indicators for Dual Alarm.

• Self power back-up; Even if the power supply
is interrupted, the time setting and the memory
will be backed up for half an hour without

batteries.

Precautions

• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.

• Disconnect the cord by grasping the plug.
Never pull it by the cord.

• Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat

source 8U<di as a radiator or airduct, or in a
place sidtject to direct sunli^t, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration, or shock.

« Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,

blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) dial block the ventilaticxi holes.

• Siould any liquid or solid object fall into the
unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by

qualified personnel b^ore operating it further.

• When the casing becomes soiled, clean it witfi 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
nearest Sony dealer.

Specifications

Time display

12-hour system

Frequency range

FM; 875-108 MHz
AM: 530-1710 kHz
TV: 2-13ch
WEATHER: l-5ch

Channel steps

FM; 0.1 (fixed)
AM; 10 kHz (fixed)

Speaker

Approx. 6.6 cm (2 5/8 in) dia.

Power output

130 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)

Power requirements

•120 V AC, 60 Hz

Dimensions

Approx. 119 X 118 X 129.5 mm (w/h/d)
(4 5/4 X 4 3/4 X 5 1 /8 in) incl. pr<^ecting parts

and controls

Mass

Approx. 630 g (11b 6.2 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

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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 described in
the operating instructions supplied with the appliance by Sony.

INSTALLATION

Water and Moisture

Do not install the appliance near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,

laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

Heat

Do not install the appliance rtear sources of heat such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or

other appliances that produce heat.

Ventilation

Slots and opeiungs in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation.
To ensure reliable and safe operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these
slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

Do not place the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface which may block the slots
and op>enings.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless
proper ventilation is provided.

Carts and Stands

Do not install the appliance on an unstable table, shelf, cart or stand. Use only a cart or stand
recommended by Scmy.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved widi 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

Connect the appliance to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions
or as marked on the appliance.

Grounding or Polarization

Do not defeat the grounding or polarization feature of the AC p>ower cord. If your AC receptacle

will not accept the power cord plug, contact your electrician to install a proper AC receptacle.

AC Receptacle

Check to make sure that the AC receptacle holds the power cord plug firmly and securely. If the
power cord plug is loose, contact your electrician to replace the defective and unsafe AC
receptacle.

Power-Cord Protection

Route the power cord so d\at it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by having objects placed
on it, paying particular attenhon to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from
the appliance.

When hot in use

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.

Foreign Objects

Be careful that foreign objects and liquids do not enter the enclosure through openings.

Cleaning

Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.