3-860-216-23 (1)
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 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 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 installed. 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 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
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 to 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 conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Antenna Grounding According to the National
Electrical Code
SERVICE
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
-When the power cord or plug is 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 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 Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-20)
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Ground
Clamps
NEC-NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
Electric Service
Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250 Part H)
FM/AM PLL Synthesized
Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
ICF-C713
Sony Corporation © 1997 Printed in Malaysia
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or
moisture.
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) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
∗ The graphical symbols are on the AC power
adaptor.
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 clock radio.
This will give you many hours of reliable
service and listening pleasure.
Before operating the clock radio, please read
these instructions thoroughly and retain them
for future reference.
Features
• Dual alarm FM/AM PLL (phase locked loop)
synthesized clock radio
• 5 random memory presets
• Radio and buzzer alarms with the snooze
function
• LCD display with backlight which has a
brightness switch
• Self power back-up: Even if the power supply
is interrupted, the time setting and the
memory will be back 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 such as a radiator or airduct, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration, or shock.
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that block the ventilation holes.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the
unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it further.
• 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 nearest Sony dealer.
Specifications
Time display
12-hour system
Frequency range
FM: 87.5-108 MHz
AM: 530-1710 kHz
Channel steps
FM: 0.1 MHz (fixed)
AM: 10 kHz (fixed)
Speaker
Approx. 5.7 cm (2
Power output
150 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Dimensions
Approx. 115 x 123 x 85 mm (w/h/d)
5
/8 x 4 7/8 x 3 3/8 in) incl. projecting parts
(4
and controls
Mass
Approx. 420 g (14.8 oz)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
1
/4 in) dia.
Current time
On
90(min)
30
15
60
ENTER/CLOCK
BRIGHT
SNOOZE/SLEEP OFF
TUNING/TIME
SET +/–
Setting the Clock
1 Plug in the clock radio.
"AM 12:00" will flash in the display.
2 While holding down ENTER/CLOCK,
press TUNING/TIME SET + or – until the
correct time appears in the display.
When you release ENTER/CLOCK, the
clock begins to operate.
• To set the current time rapidly, keep pressing the
+ or – button while holding down ENTER/
CLOCK.
• To set the current time from zero seconds, release
ENTER/CLOCK with the time signal at step 2.
• The colon (“:”) in the time indication is flashes
when the radio is off and steadily displayed
when it is on.
Playing the Radio
Setting the Alarm
You can set the radio and buzzer alarms at the
preset time. Before setting the alarm, be sure to set
the clock (See “Setting the Clock”) and preset a
radio station under preset button 1 (See “Preset
Tuning”).
1 Turn off the radio.
2 While holding down A RADIO or
B BUZZER, press either TUNING/TIME
SET + or – until the desired time appears
in the display.
At this time, the "A RADIO" or "B BUZZER"
indication flashes in the display.
3 Release A RADIO or B BUZZER.
4 Press ALARM MODE until the alarm
you want appears in the display.
Each time you press ALARM MODE, the alarm
indication changes as follows.
Manual Tuning
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WARRANTY
1 Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio.
The band and frequency will appear in the
display for a few seconds. Then the current
time indication returns to the display.
2 Press BAND repeatedly to select the
desired band.
3 Use TUNING/TIME SET + or – to tune in
the desired station.
The FM frequency advances or reverses in 0.1
MHz channel steps and the AM frequency in
10 kHz channel steps.
A beep sounds and the tuning stops when the
upper or lower extremity of the band range is
reached.
4 Adjust volume using VOL.
• To turn off the radio, press RADIO OFF.
• To improve reception
FM: Extend the AC power cord fully to increase
FM reception sensitivity, since the cord acts
as an FM wire antenna.
AM:Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum
reception. A ferrite bar antenna is built in to
the unit.
• To check the current station, press the + button
lightly. The band and frequency are displayed
for a few seconds, after which the current time
indication returns to the display.
• If the radio alarm A RADIO comes on while the
radio is playing, the station switches to the
frequency set under preset number 1 (the wakeup frequency).
To set the brightness of the backlight
Set BRIGHT to HIGH or LOW to make the display
visible.
When the alarm time is reached, the radio or
buzzer sounds for 60 minutes or until turned off.
To stop the alarm
Press ALARM RESET while the alarm is
activated.
The alarm will function at the same time the next
day.
To cancel the alarm
Press ALARM MODE until neither the
"A RADIO" nor "B BUZZER" indication is
displayed.
Notes
• The alarm does not function, unless you set the
clock, A RADIO and B BUZZER function.
• If both the radio and buzzer alarm are set for the
same time, the radio alarm takes precedence.
• You can check the alarm time setting by pressing
A RADIO or B BUZZER.
To doze for a few more
minutes
1 Press SNOOZE/SLEEP OFF.
The radio or buzzer will shut off but will
automatically come on again after about
8 minutes. You can use the snooze alarm
repeatedly in this manner for about one hour.
• The alarm indicator flashes continuously during
the snooze function.
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Preset Tuning
You can preset up to five stations for one-touch
tuning, one under each of preset buttons 1 to 5.
Presetting a station
Example: To set AM 1260 kHz in preset
1 Tune in the station you want to preset.
2 Press ENTER/CLOCK.
3 Press the preset button under which you
button 2.
(See “Manual Tuning”)
“P” flashes in the display for a few seconds.
MHz/kHz
wish to store the station while the “P”
indication is flashing.
Two beeps sound to indicate successful
presetting.
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.
1 Press SLEEP.
The radio turns on. It will go off after the preset
time has passed. You can set the sleep timer to
90, 60, 30, or 15 minutes. Every push changes
the display as follows.
The radio will play for the time you set, then
shut off.
• To turn off the radio before the preset time, press
SNOOZE/SLEEP OFF.
To Use Both Sleep Timer
and Alarm
You can fall asleep to the radio sound and you will
MHz/kHz
• When using the radio alarm, preset the station
you wish to serve as the alarm (the wake-up
frequency) under preset button 1.
To change a preset station
Press the preset number again after tuning
manually to a different station. The previous
station is replaced by the new one.
Tuning in a preset station
1 Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio.
2 Press the preset button under which the
desired station is stored.
be awakened by the radio or buzzer alarm at the
preset time.
1 Set the alarm. (See “Setting the Alarm”.)
2 Set the sleep 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 the nearest Sony
dealer.
The clock does not show the correct time.
• Has an electrical power outage lasting more than
an hour occurred?
The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound at
the preset alarm time.
• Has the desired radio and/or buzzer alarm
mode been activated with the ALARM MODE
button ("A RADIO" and/or "B BUZZER"
indication shown in the display)?