Sony ICF-C1BLACK Manual

ICF-C1_U2 [US] 4-480-527-

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9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 

polarized or grounding-type plug. A 
polarized plug has two blades with one 
wider than the other. A grounding type 
plug has two blades and a third grounding 
prong. The wide blade or the third prong 
are provided for your safety. If the provided 
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an 
electrician for replacement of the obsolete 
outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked 

on or pinched particularly at plugs, 
convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.

11)  Only use attachments/accessories specified 

by the manufacturer.

12)  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, 

bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.

13)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning 

storms or when unused for long periods of 
time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service 

personnel. Servicing is required when the 
apparatus has been damaged in any way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is 
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects 
have fallen into the apparatus, the 
apparatus has been exposed to rain or 
moisture, does not operate normally, or has 
been dropped.

Perchlorate Material –special handling may 
apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains 
perchlorate

 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.

 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.

Should any problems persist after you have 
made the following checks, consult your 
nearest Sony dealer.

 The battery is discharged. Remove the old 

battery and insert a new one.

 The AC power cord functions as an FM 

antenna. Extend the AC power cord 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.

 Check that “ ” appears on the display.

 Adjust the volume using VOLUME +/–.

 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.

12-hour system

FM

87.5 MHz – 108 MHz

AM

530 kHz – 1,710 kHz

Approx. 6.6 cm (2 5/8 inches) dia., 8 Ω

100 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)

120 V AC, 60 Hz 
For power backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery

Approx. 101 mm 

 102 mm  101 mm (w/h/d) 

(4 inches 

 4 inches  4 inches) including 

projecting parts and controls

Approx. 480 g (1 lb 1 oz) 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.

Please register this product on line at  

http://www.sony.com/productregistration.

Proper registration will enable us to send 

you periodic mailings about new products, 

services, and other important 

announcements. Registering your product 

will also allow us to contact you in the 

unlikely event that the product needs 

adjustment or modification. Thank you.

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.

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

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 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.

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.

This product contains a coin/button cell 
battery. If the coin/button cell battery is 
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in 
just 2 hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from 
children. If the battery compartment does not 
close securely, stop using the product and keep 
it away from children.
If you think batteries might have been 
swallowed or placed inside any part of the 
body, seek immediate medical attention.

1)  Read these instructions.
2)  Keep these instructions.
3)  Heed all warnings.
4)  Follow all instructions.
5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.
6)  Clean only with dry cloth.
7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. 

Install in accordance with the 
manufacturer’s instructions.

8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as 

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 
apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.

This unit contains a CR2032 battery as a backup 
power source to keep the clock operating 
during a power interruption. 

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.

 If “AM 12:00” flashes on the display when the 

unit is connected to an AC outlet for the first 
time, the battery may be discharged. In this 
case, consult your nearest Sony dealer.









  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. 

-.)

  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. 

-.)

  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.

 Press 

RADIO to remove “” from the 

display.

 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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