Sony Dream Machine ICF-C707 Operating Instructions

4-180-721-21(1)
FM/AM Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi (au dos)
ICF-C707
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AC power cord
FM wire antenna
Temperature
sensor
Built-in audio
cable
The VOL + button has a tactile dot.
 
  
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
Features
 Dual alarm FM/AM synthesized clock radio
 Nature Sound (Sea Waves, Birds, Rain,
Brook, Under the Sea)
 Temperature display (Centigrade/Fahrenheit)
–15°C – 50°C (5°F – 122°F)
English
 Built-in audio cable for Digital Music Player
 10 Station Presets (5 FM/5 AM)
 Various types of alarms - radio, buzzer and
WARNING
Nature Sounds (5)
 Automatic time set: when you plug the clock
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
in for the first time, the current time will be
do not expose this apparatus to rain or
shown in the display
moisture.
 Automatic Daylight Savings Time Set/
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
Summer time adjustment
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
 100 year calendar and DATE/TIME ZONE
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place
button to display year, month and date
lighted candles on the apparatus.
 Brightness Control (High/Low/Off)
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
 No Power No Problem alarm system to keep
not expose this apparatus to dripping or
the clock and the alarm operating during a
splashing, and do not place objects filled with
power interruption with a CR2032 battery
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
installed
 Extendable Snooze system - Snooze time can
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
be set from 10 to 60 minutes
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
 Progressive Alarm Speed (buzzer only)
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
Connecting the
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
antenna
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main
To connect the AM loop
plug from the AC outlet immediately.
antenna
The unit is not disconnected from the AC
The shape and the length of the antenna is
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
designed to receive AM signals. Do not
to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been
dismantle or roll up the antenna.
turned off.
1
You are cautioned that any changes or Remove only the loop part from the
modifications not expressly approved in this
plastic stand.
manual could void your authority to operate
2
Set up the AM loop antenna.
this equipment.
The nameplate and important information
concerning safety are located on the bottom
exterior.
CAUTION
3
Connect the cords to the AM antenna
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
terminals.
NOTE Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected
either way round.
This equipment has been tested and found to
Insert the cord while
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
pushing down the
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
terminal clamp.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency Only insert up
to here.
energy and, if not installed and used in B
A
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 4
Make sure the AM loop antenna is
determined by turning the equipment off and
connected firmly by pulling softly.
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
Adjusting the AM loop antenna
measures:
Find a place and an orientation that provides
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
good reception.
— Increase the separation between the equipment
 Do not place the AM loop antenna near the
and receiver.
unit or other AV equipment, as noise may
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver result.
is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV Tip
technician for help. Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for
best AM broadcast sound.
WARNING
 Replace the battery for the clock backup with
a Sony CR2032 lithium battery. Use of
About the backup
another battery may present a risk of fire or
battery
explosion.
 Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
To maintain accurate time, this unit includes an
 Dispose of the used battery promptly. Keep
internal CR2032 battery as a backup power
away from children.
source in the event of a power interruption.
Important Safety
Note for customers in
Instructions
Canada
1) Read these instructions.
The clock is preset at the factory, and its
2) Keep these instructions.
memory is powered by the preinstalled Sony
3) Heed all warnings.
CR2032 battery. If the "AM 12:00" appears on
4) Follow all instructions.
the display when the unit is connected to AC
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
outlet for the first time, the battery may be
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
weak. In this case, consult a Sony dealer. The
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
preinstalled CR2032 battery is considered part
Install in accordance with the
of the product, and is covered by the warranty.
manufacturer's instructions.
You are required to show "Note for customers
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
in Canada" (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
in order to validate the warranty for this
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
product.
produce heat.
Knowing when to replace
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A the battery
polarized plug has two blades with one
When the battery becomes weak, "  " will
wider than the other. A grounding type plug
appear in the display.
has two blades and a third grounding prong.
If a power interruption occurs while the battery
The wide blade or the third prong are
is weak, the current time and alarm will be
provided for your safety. If the provided
initialized.
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire
outlet.
or explosion.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
Installing and replacing the
convenience receptacles, and the point
backup battery
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
by the manufacturer.
outlet, remove the screw that secures
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the the battery compartment at the bottom
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
of the unit using a screwdriver, and
When a cart is used, use caution when
pull the battery compartment marked
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
PULL OPEN. (See fig. -)
avoid injury from tip-over.
2
Insert a new battery in the battery
holder with the  side facing up.
To remove the battery from the battery
compartment, push it out from the side
marked PUSH. (See fig. -)
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
3
storms or when unused for long periods of Insert the battery compartment back
time.
into the unit and secure it with the
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
screw.
personnel. Servicing is required when the
(See fig. -)
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
4
such as power-supply cord or plug is When you are replacing the battery,
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
press any of the following buttons:
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
RADIO BAND, AUDIO IN, or
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped. NATURE SOUND / PRESET to turn
"  " off in the display.
Note
When you replace the battery, do not
disconnect the AC plug from AC outlet.
Otherwise, the 100 year calendar, current time,
alarm and station presets will be initialized.
Setting the clock for Playing the radio
the first time
Manual tuning
This unit is preset to current EST (Eastern
1
Press RADIO BAND to turn on the
Standard Time) at the factory, and is powered
radio and select the AM or FM band.
by a backup battery. All you need to do the first
2
time is just plug it in and select your time zone. Press TUNING + or – to tune in to a
1
Plug in the unit.
desired frequency.
"year" (about 4 seconds)  "month and
3
Adjust the volume using VOL + or –.
date" (about 4 seconds)  "the current EST
(Eastern Standard Time)" appears in the Tuning in to a station
display in turn.
The unit automatically scans AM or FM
2
Press and hold DATE/TIME ZONE for stations.
at least 2 seconds.
1
Press RADIO BAND to turn on the
Area number "2" flashes in the display.
radio to select the AM or FM band.
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly to
2
Press and hold TUNING + or –.
select the time zone as follows:
+: scans upward through the frequency
bands.
Area number Time zone
–: scans downwards through the frequency
1 Atlantic standard Time
bands.
2 Eastern standard Time
Scanning starts from the currently-tuned
(default setting)
frequency. When a station is received,
3 Central standard Time scanning stops.
3
Adjust the volume using VOL +
4 Mountain standard
Time
or –.
5 Pacific standard Time
Preset tuning
6 Yukon standard Time
You can preset 5 stations for FM and 5 stations
7 Hawaiian standard Time
for AM.
4
Press DATE/TIME ZONE to set.
Presetting a station
1
Notes Follow steps 1 and 2 in "Manual
 Though the clock is correctly set at the
tuning" to tune the frequency you wish
factory, discrepancies may arise during
to preset.
transport or storage. If necessary, set the
2
Hold down the desired NATURE
clock to the correct time by referring to
"Setting the clock. " SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5 button until
 While setting the time zone, you must
you hear two beeps.
perform each step within 65 seconds, or the
time zone setting mode will be cancelled.
Example: The following display appears
When daylight saving time
when you preset FM 105.7 MHz to preset
number 3 for FM.
(summer time) begins
This model automatically adjusts for daylight
saving time (summer time).
" " is displayed from the beginning of daylight
saving time (summer time), and disappears at
the end of daylight saving time (summer time)

automatically.
 Daylight saving time (summer time) begins
at: 2:00 AM on the second Sunday of March.
 Standard time begins at: 2:00 AM on the first
Sunday of November.
The display shows the frequency for a few
To cancel Automatic DST/Summer
seconds and then changes back to the
Time adjustment during the daylight current time.
saving time (summer time) period To change the preset station, tune into the
desired station and hold down the NATURE
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment can
SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5 button until you
be canceled.
hear two beeps.
Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK and
SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS at the same time for
To preset another station, repeat these steps.
at least 2 seconds while the clock is displayed.
Note
" " and "OFF" appear in the display to show
If you try to store another station with the same
that Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment
preset number, the previously stored station
has been canceled. The display returns to the
will be replaced.
clock.
Notes
 Time change of Automatic DST/Summer Tuning in to a preset station
Time adjustment (see above) is subject to 1
Press RADIO BAND to turn on the
variations in circumstances and laws of each
radio and select the AM or FM band.
country/region. Cancel Automatic DST/
2
Press NATURE SOUND / PRESET 1 to
Summer Time adjustment and set the DST
display manually as necessary. Customers 5 where the desired station is stored.
living in a country/region that does not use 3
Adjust the volume using VOL + or –.
daylight saving time (summer time) must
cancel Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment before using the unit. Improving the
 To activate Automatic DST/Summer Time
reception
adjustment again, press and hold DISPLAY/
CLOCK and SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS at the
same time for at least 2 seconds. FM: Extend the FM wire antenna fully to
" " and "On" appear in the display to show increase reception sensitivity.
that Automatic DST/Summer Time AM: Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to
adjustment has been activated. The display the unit. Rotate the antenna horizontally
returns to the clock. for optimum reception.
Note on radio reception
Setting the clock Keep digital music players or mobile phones
away from the AM loop antenna or the FM
antenna, as this may lead to reception
1
Plug in the unit.
interference.
2
Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK for at
least 2 seconds.
Selecting a Nature
The year starts to flash in the display.
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly to
Sound
set the year.
4
Press DISPLAY/CLOCK. This unit includes 5 types of Nature Sounds:
(Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook and Under the
5
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the month,
Sea.)
day, hour and minute, and then press
You can choose any one of these by pressing the
DISPLAY/CLOCK.
corresponding button.
The seconds start incrementing from zero.
Icons Sound type
Notes
 While setting the clock, you must perform Sea Waves
each step within 65 seconds, or the clock
Birds
setting mode will be cancelled.
 When pressing any of the rear buttons, hold
Rain
the unit firmly to prevent slippage.
Brook
To display the year and date
Under the Sea
Press DATE/TIME ZONE once for the year, and
press again for the date.
Note
After a while, the display will change back to
When other functions are in use, Nature Sound
the current time automatically.
is not available.
Setting the brightness
Setting the alarm
of the display
The dual alarm function allows you to set two
alarm programs (ALARM ON/OFF A and
Three levels of brightness are available by
ALARM ON/OFF B).
pressing SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS.
The alarm time can be set for each program
and the alarm sound is selectable from
"NATURE SOUND, " "RADIO, " or "BUZZER. "
Note Notes
When the alarm is sounding, the brightness  Before setting the alarm, make sure to set the
function cannot be used. clock. (See "Setting the clock")
 The factory setting alarm time is "PM 12:00. "
 To set the radio alarm, first preset your
favourite station. (See "Presetting a station")
 While setting the alarm, you must perform
each step within 65 seconds, or the alarm
setting mode will be cancelled.
To set the alarm
To confirm an alarm time setting
Turn off the ALARM ON/OFF "" or ""
1
Press and hold ALARM ON/OFF A or
indicator in the display, and press the ALARM
B for a few seconds. ON/OFF A or B button again.
2 You can confirm the alarm time by pressing
Press TIME SET + or – to set the
TIME SET + or – after the alarm time is set.
desired hour, and press ALARM ON/
To change an alarm setting
OFF A or B.
3 There are two ways to set the alarm:
Press TIME SET + or – to set the
desired minute, and press ALARM ON/  To change all alarm settings
Set the alarm again.
OFF A or B.
 To change an alarm time only
When setting the alarm (ALARM "" or
ALARM "" appears), this function is
available.
4 Press and hold TIME SET + for at least
Press TIME SET + or – to set the
2 seconds to move the alarm time forwards.
desired alarm period ("WEEKDAY, "
Press and hold TIME SET – for at least
"WEEKEND" or everyday*), and press
2 seconds to move the alarm time back. When
ALARM ON/OFF A or B. you release the button, the changed time will be
displayed for about 2 seconds. To change the
* In the case of everyday, both
alarm time, press TIME SET + or – within these
"WEEKDAY" and "WEEKEND" are
2 seconds, otherwise the setting change will be
displayed.
5 fixed as displayed.
Press TIME SET + or – to set the
desired alarm mode ("NATURE To doze for a few more minutes
SOUND, " "RADIO, " or "BUZZER"), Press SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS.
The sound turns off but will automatically
and press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
come on again after about 10 minutes.
You can choose one of 3 settings: "NATURE
You can change the snooze time by pressing
SOUND, " "RADIO, " or "BUZZER. " Set the
SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS repeatedly within
alarm mode as follows:
4 seconds.
– NATURE SOUND: see " Setting the
The maximum the snooze time is 60 minutes.
nature sound alarm. "
– RADIO: see " Setting the radio alarm. "
To stop the alarm
– BUZZER: see " Setting the buzzer
Press OFF ALARM RESET to turn off the
alarm. "
alarm.
The alarm will sound again at the same time
 Setting the Nature Sound alarm
depending on the next day setting.
1
Perform steps 1 to 5 in "To set the
To deactivate the alarm
alarm. "
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B to turn off the
2
Press TIME SET + or – to select
ALARM "" or "" indicator in the display.
"NATURE SOUND" alarm mode, and
press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
Note on the alarm in the event of a power
"NATURE SOUND" appears in the display. interruption
3
Press TIME SET + or – to select the In the event of a power interruption, the alarm
will work until the internal battery is worn out.
NATURE SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5,
However, certain functions may be affected as
and press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
follows:
4
Press TIME SET + or – to adjust the
 The backlight will not light up.
volume, and press ALARM ON/OFF A  If the alarm mode is set to Nature Sound or
radio, it will change to BUZZER
or B.
automatically.
The setting is entered.
 If a power interruption occurs while the
5
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B. "" or
alarm is sounding, the alarm will stop.
"" appears in the display after about
 If OFF ALARM RESET is not pressed, the
alarm will sound for about 5 minutes.
4 seconds.
 If "  " appears in the display, the alarm will
Nature sound will sound at the set time.
not sound in the event of power interruption.
 Setting the radio alarm
Replace the battery if "  " appears.
1
Perform steps 1 to 5 in "To set the  The snooze function will not work.
 During a power interruption, the alarm will
alarm. "
sound at the set time only once.
2
Press TIME SET + or – to select
"RADIO" alarm mode, and press
Setting the sleep
ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
"RADIO" appears in the display.
timer
3
Press TIME SET + or – to select the
AM band, FM band or the last station, You can fall asleep to the "NATURE SOUND, "
"RADIO, " or "AUDIO IN" using the built-in
and press ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
sleep timer that turns off the "NATURE
If you select the last station, jump to step 5.
SOUND, " "RADIO, " or "AUDIO IN"
4
Press TIME SET + or – to select the
automatically after a preset duration.
station, and press ALARM ON/OFF A
1
Press SLEEP while the unit is turned
or B.
on.
5
Press TIME SET + or – to adjust the
"SLEEP" appears and the sleep time flashes
volume, and press ALARM ON/OFF A
in the display.
or B. 2
Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer
The setting is entered.
duration.
6
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B. "" or
Each time you press SLEEP, the duration
"" appears in the display after about (in minutes) changes as follows:
4 seconds.
90 60 30 15
The radio will turn on at the set time.
OFF
 Setting the Buzzer alarm
The display returns to clock mode for about
1
Perform steps 1 to 5 in "To set the
4 seconds after you have finished the
duration setting and released SLEEP, and
alarm. "
2 then the sleep timer starts.
Press TIME SET + or – to select
The unit will play for the duration you set,
"BUZZER" alarm mode, and press
and then shut off.
ALARM ON/OFF A or B.
Note
The setting is entered.
Even if the Sleep Timer is set, it cannot turn off
3
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 buzzer will sound at the set time.
time
Press OFF ALARM RESET.
When the alarm setting is completed, the alarm
time setting is displayed.
To change the sleep timer setting
When both ALARM "" and ALARM "" are
You can press SLEEP repeatedly to select the
turned on, you can switch the ALARM A and
desired sleep timer setting even after the sleep
ALARM B display by pressing DISPLAY/
timer has been activated.
CLOCK.
To deactivate the sleep timer
Notes
Press SLEEP repeatedly to set the sleep timer to
 When you use the radio alarm, the timed
"OFF" in step 2.
alarm sounds with the last broadcasting
station tuned to before the power went off.
When you set the radio alarm, select the
Using the
desired broadcasting station before turning
the power off.
temperature function
 The ALARM "" (or "") indicator flashes
in the display when the alarm sounds.
This unit includes an external temperature
 If a second alarm sounds during a first (or
sensor, allowing you to monitor ambient
the SNOOZE function is active), the second
temperature.
alarm takes priority.
The temperature is displayed in Centigrade or
 The alarm function works as usual at the
Fahrenheit.
beginning and end day of daylight saving
To switch between Centigrade and, Fahrenheit
time (summer time). While Automatic DST/
press and hold the SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS
Summer Time adjustment is set, as a result, if
and DATE/TIME ZONE buttons for more than
the alarm is set at a time skipped when the
2 seconds.
daylight saving time (summer time) begins,
the alarm is skipped, or if the alarm is set at a
Notes
time overlapped when the daylight saving
 In the example, the display shows Centigrade;
time (summer time) ends, the alarm sounds
however, Fahrenheit can also be displayed.
twice.
 Do not use in water.
 If the same alarm time is set for both alarms
 Do not forcefully pull on the external
(ALARM A and B), ALARM A takes priority.
temperature sensor. Improper use of the
external temperature sensor may cause a
malfunction.
 The display temperature and actual
temperature may differ depending on the
usage environment.
 Do not place the temperature sensor near the
floor, a heat source such as a radiator or
airduct, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight.
The temperature sensor reading may differ
from actual surrounding temperature.
 The operating temperature range is –15 °C
(5 °F) to 50 °C (122 °F).
In the case of lower than –15 °C (5 °F) or
higher than 50 °C (122 °F), the "Lo" or "Hi"
indicator appears.
 When plugging in the unit or recovering
from a power interruption, the temperature
display of this unit will flash "--".
The temperature will be displayed after 20
seconds.
Connecting external Specifications
equipment
Time display
(See fig. )
12-hour system
Radio section
To listen to sound
Frequency range
1
Connect the built-in audio cable with Band Frequency Channel step
the stereo-miniplug on the bottom of
FM 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
the unit to the line output jack or
AM 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz 10 kHz
headphones jack on the optional
General
component (e.g., portable music
Speaker
player).
Approx. 3.6 cm (1 7 / inches) dia. 8 Ω
2
Press AUDIO IN. 16
Input
"AUDIO IN" appears in the display.
Built-in audio cable with stereo-mini plug
3
Play the optional component
(ø 3.5 mm)
connected to the unit's built-in audio Power output
0.7 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
cable.
Power requirements
4
Adjust the volume using VOL + or –
120 V AC, 60 Hz
and the connected component's
For clock back up: 3V DC, one CR2032 battery
volume.
Nature Sound
Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook, Under the Sea
To return to the radio
Temperature range
Press RADIO BAND.
–15 °C – 50 °C (5 °F – 122 °F)
The frequency is shown in the display.
Temperature resolution
To stop listening 1 °C (1 °F)
Press OFF ALARM RESET, and stop playback
Dimensions
on the connected unit.
Approx. 190 mm × 67 mm × 62 mm (w/h/d)
To turn off the sound from the
(7 1 / inches × 2 3 / inches × 2 1 / inches) not
2 4 2
optional component including projecting parts and controls
Press OFF ALARM RESET, and then turn off Mass
the optional component. Approx. 620 g (1 lb 5.87 oz) including power
supply unit and CR2032 battery
Notes
Supplied accessories
 Refer also to the connected equipment's
AM loop antenna (1)
manual.
 Connect the audio cable firmly to prevent a Design and specifications are subject to change
malfunction. without notice.
 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
Should any problem persist after you have
made the following checks, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
The clock flashes "AM 12:00" due to a
power interruption.
 The battery is low. Replace the battery.
Remove the old battery and install a new one.
The alarm settings do not sound at the
preset alarm time.
 Check that alarm "" or alarm "" is
properly set/displayed.
The alarm settings are activated but there
is no sound at the preset alarm time.
 Check the alarm volume setting.
When daylight saving time begins, the
clock does not employ the daylight saving
time automatically.
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
 Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK and
SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS simultaneously for
at least 2 seconds to activate the Automatic
DST function.
Precautions
 Play the unit on the power source specified in
"Specifications. "
 To disconnect the power cord (mains lead),
pull it out by the plug, not the cord.
 Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,
keep personal credit cards using magnetic
coding or spring-wound watches away from
the unit to prevent possible damage from the
magnet.
 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.
 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
antenna 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.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.