Sony ICFC1B Leaflet

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ICF-C1_CEK/AU6 [GB] 4-480-527-
31(3)
WARNING
 Battery may explode if handled incorrectly. 
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of 
in fire.
 Dispose of used battery promptly and in 
accordance with local environmental laws 
and guidelines. Keep away from children.
Precautions
 Operate the unit on the power sources 
specified in “Specifications.
 To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), 
pull it out by the plug, not 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.
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent 
internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit 
on a surface (a rug, blanket, etc.) or near 
materials (a curtain) that might block the 
ventilation holes.
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the 
unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by 
a qualified personnel before operating it any 
further.
 To clean the casing, use a soft dry cloth. Do 
not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol 
or benzine, which may damage the finish.
 Do not connect the antenna lead to the 
external antenna.
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
 Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep the 
lithium battery out of the reach of children. 
Should the battery be swallowed, 
immediately consult a doctor.
 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.
 Do not expose the battery to excessive heat 
such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.
If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your unit, please consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.
General information
Troubleshooting
Should any problems persist after you have 
made the following checks, consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.
The clock flashes “0:00” or “AM 12:00” 
after a power interruption.
 The battery is discharged. Remove the old 
battery and insert a new one.
Unsatisfactory reception
 Extend the FM wire antenna fully to increase 
reception sensitivity.
 Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum 
reception. A ferrite bar AM antenna is built 
into the unit.
 Do not operate the unit over a steel desk or 
metal surface, as this may lead to 
interference.
The radio or buzzer alarm does not 
sound at the preset alarm time.
 Check that “ ” appears on the display.
The radio alarm is activated but no 
sound is emitted at the preset alarm 
time. 
 Adjust the volume using VOLUME +/–.
When daylight saving time (summer 
time) begins, the clock does not switch 
to daylight saving time (summer time) 
automatically. (UK model only)
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
 When “Aut  On” appears on the display 
after pressing and holding 
DST for more than 
3 seconds, the Automatic DST/summer time 
function becomes active.
Specifications
Time display
UK model: 24-hour system
Australian and New Zealand models: 12-hour 
system
Frequency range
Band
Frequency
FM
87.5 MHz – 108 MHz
AM
531 kHz – 1,602 kHz
Speaker
Approx. 6.6 cm dia., 8 Ω
Power output
100 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
230 V AC, 50 Hz
For power backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery
Dimensions
Approx. 101 mm 
 102 mm  101 mm (w/h/d) 
including projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 520 g including CR2032 battery
Design and specifications are subject to 
change without notice.
Before operating the unit, please read this 
guide thoroughly and retain it for future 
reference.
For customers in Europe
Register now for free updates at :  
www.sony-europe.com/myproducts
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the 
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, 
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place 
lighted candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do 
not expose this apparatus to dripping or 
splashing, and do not place objects filled with 
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined 
space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with 
battery-installed to excessive heat such as 
sunshine, fire or the like.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit 
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily 
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an 
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main 
plug from the AC outlet immediately.
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 and important information 
concerning safety are located on the bottom 
exterior.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly 
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
This symbol is intended to alert the 
user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) 
instructions in the literature 
accompanying the appliance.
Notice for customers: the following 
information is only applicable to 
equipment sold in countries applying 
EU directives.
This product has been manufactured by or on 
behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan 
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries 
related to product compliance based on 
European Union legislation shall be addressed 
to the authorized representative, Sony 
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 
70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or 
guarantee matters, please refer to the 
addresses provided in the separate service or 
guarantee documents.
Disposal of waste batteries and 
electrical and electronic equipment 
(applicable in the European Union and 
other European countries with separate 
collection systems)
This symbol on the product, the 
battery or on the packaging 
indicates that the product and the 
battery shall not be treated as 
household waste. On certain 
batteries this symbol might be 
used in combination with a chemical symbol. 
The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead 
(Pb) are added if the battery contains more 
than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By 
ensuring these products and batteries are 
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent 
potentially negative consequences for the 
environment and human health which could 
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste 
handling. The recycling of the materials will 
help to conserve natural resources. 
In case of products that for safety, performance 
or data integrity reasons require a permanent 
connection with an incorporated battery, this 
battery should be replaced by qualified service 
staff only. To ensure that the battery and the 
electrical and electronic equipment will be 
treated properly, hand over these products at 
end-of-life to the applicable collection point for 
the recycling of electrical and electronic 
equipment. For all other batteries, please view 
the section on how to remove the battery from 
the product safely. Hand the battery over to the 
applicable collection point for the recycling of 
waste batteries. For more detailed information 
about recycling of this product or battery, 
please contact your local Civic Office, your 
household waste disposal service or the shop 
where you purchased the product or battery.
About the battery as a 
backup power source
This unit contains a CR2032 battery as a backup 
power source to keep the clock operating 
during a power interruption.
When to replace the 
battery
When the battery is discharged, “
” appears 
on the display.
If a power interruption occurs while the battery 
is discharged, the current time and alarm will 
be erased.
Note for customers in the UK
 The clock is preset at the factory, and its 
memory is powered by the preinstalled Sony 
CR2032 battery. If the “0:00” flashes on the 
display when the unit is connected to AC 
outlet for the first time, the battery may be 
discharged. In this case, consult a Sony 
dealer. The preinstalled CR2032 battery is 
considered part of the product, and is 
covered by the warranty. You are required to 
show “Note for customers in the UK” (in this 
instruction) to a Sony dealer in order to 
validate the warranty for this product.
Replacing the backup 
battery
1
  Keep the AC plug connected to the 
wall outlet and remove the battery 
compartment on the bottom of the 
unit by pulling it up while sliding the 
tab. (See Fig. 
-.)
2
  Insert a new battery into the battery 
compartment with the 
 side facing 
up.
To remove the battery from the battery 
compartment, push it out from the side 
marked 
PUSH. (See Fig. 
-.)
3
  Insert the battery compartment back 
into the unit along the groove and 
push it from above until it clicks. (See 
Fig. 
-.)
The tab locks the battery compartment.
4
 Press 
RADIO to remove “” from the 
display.
Notes
 When you replace the battery, do not 
disconnect the AC plug from the wall outlet.
Otherwise, the current date, current time and 
alarm will be erased.
 If the unit will be left unplugged for a long 
time, remove the battery to avoid any 
damage that may be caused by leakage or 
corrosion.
FM/AM Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
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