Sony ICF-303

PO

WER/V

O

L

TUNING

LW

FM

ICF-303L

ICF-303

AM

FM

A

B

C

Thank you for choosing the Sony FM/AM or
FM/LW 2 Band Radio! This unit will give you
many hours of reliable service and listening
pleasure.
Before operating the unit, please read these
instructions thoroughly and retain them for
future reference.

The instructions here are for models ICF-303 and
ICF-303L.
Their difference is shown below:

Band

FM/AM

FM/LW

• Compact radio
• TUNE indicator for easy tuning

(See fig. A)

Open the battery comparment lid.

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (not
supplied) with correct polarity.

Close the lid.

Using Sony batteries R6 (size AA) :
Approx. XX hours
Using Sony alkaline batteries LR6 (size AA):
Approx. XX hours

When the sound becomes weak or distorted,
replace all batteries with new ones.

• Insert the batteries with correct polarity.
• Do not charge the dry batteries.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the

same time.

• When you replace the batteries, replace all

with new ones.

• When the unit is not being used for a long

period of time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

• If a battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery

compartment with a soft cloth before inserting
new ones.

Turn up POWER/VOL to turn power
on and adjust the volume.

Select a desired band.

Tune in to a station using TUNING.
The TUNE indicator lights up when a
station is tuned in.

Turn down POWER/VOL completely until a
click is heard.

Connect the earphone to the v (earphone) jack.
The speaker is deactivated when an earphone is
connected.

To improve reception (See fig. B)

FM: Extend the telescopic antenna and adjust the

angle for optimum reception.

AM/LW: Rotate the unit horizontally for

optimum reception. A ferrite bar antenna is
built into the unit.

To use the stand (See fig. C)

• To use the stand as support for the unit, unfold

the stand half-way.

• The stand can also be used as a handle to carry

the unit. For this purpose, unfold the stand
completely.

• Operate the unit only on 3 V DC with two R6

(size AA) batteries.

• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat

sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
sand, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the

unit, remove the batteries and have the unit
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.

• Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,

keep personal credit cards, etc., using magnetic
coding away from the unit.

• When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a

soft cloth dampened with mild detergent
solution. Never use abrasive cleansers or
chemical solvents, as they may mar the casing.

• In vehicles or in buildings, radio reception may

be difficult or noisy. Try listening near a
window.

If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.

FM

87.5-108 MHz

87.5-108 MHz

AM

530-1605 kHz

—

LW

—

153-255 kHz

FM

87.5-108 MHz

AM

526.5-1606.5 kHz

FM

65-108 MHz

AM

530-1605 kHz

Approx. 6.6 cm (3 inches) dia., 8 

Ω

v

 (earphone) jack (minijack)

xxx mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)

3V DC, two R6 (size AA) batteries
3V DC, two LR6 (size AA) batteries

Approx. 156.9 

×

 82.5 

×

 41.1 mm (w/h/d) (6 

1

/

4

×

 3 

1

/

4

 

×

 1 

5

/

8

 inches) incl. projecting parts and

controls

Approx. xxx g ( xx oz) incl. batteries

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

Thank you for choosing the Sony FM/AM or
FM/LW 2 Band Radio! This unit will give you
many hours of reliable service and listening
pleasure.
Before operating the unit, please read these
instructions thoroughly and retain them for
future reference.

The instructions here are for models ICF-303 and
ICF-303L.
Their difference is shown below:

Band

FM/AM

FM/LW

• Compact radio
• TUNE indicator for easy tuning

(See fig. A)

Open the battery comparment lid.

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (not
supplied) with correct polarity.

Close the lid.

Using Sony batteries R6 (size AA) :
Approx. XX hours
Using Sony alkaline batteries LR6 (size AA):
Approx. XX hours

When the sound becomes weak or distorted,
replace all batteries with new ones.

• Insert the batteries with correct polarity.
• Do not charge the dry batteries.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the

same time.

• When you replace the batteries, replace all

with new ones.

• When the unit is not being used for a long

period of time, remove the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

• If a battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery

compartment with a soft cloth before inserting
new ones.

Turn up POWER/VOL to turn power
on and adjust the volume.

Select a desired band.

Tune in to a station using TUNING.
The TUNE indicator lights up when a
station is tuned in.

Turn down POWER/VOL completely until a
click is heard.

Connect the earphone to the v (earphone) jack.
The speaker is deactivated when an earphone is
connected.

To improve reception (See fig. B)

FM: Extend the telescopic antenna and adjust the

angle for optimum reception.

AM/LW: Rotate the unit horizontally for

optimum reception. A ferrite bar antenna is
built into the unit.

To use the stand (See fig. C)

• To use the stand as support for the unit, unfold

the stand half-way.

• The stand can also be used as a handle to carry

the unit. For this purpose, unfold the stand
completely.

• Operate the unit only on 3 V DC with two R6

(size AA) batteries.

• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat

sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
sand, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the

unit, remove the batteries and have the unit
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.

• Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,

keep personal credit cards, etc., using magnetic
coding away from the unit.

• When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a

soft cloth dampened with mild detergent
solution. Never use abrasive cleansers or
chemical solvents, as they may mar the casing.

• In vehicles or in buildings, radio reception may

be difficult or noisy. Try listening near a
window.

If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.

FM

87.5-108 MHz

87.5-108 MHz

AM

530-1605 kHz

—

LW

—

153-255 kHz

FM

87.5-108 MHz

AM

526.5-1606.5 kHz

FM

65-108 MHz

AM

530-1605 kHz

Approx. 6.6 cm (3 inches) dia., 8 

Ω

v

 (earphone) jack (minijack)

xxx mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)

3V DC, two R6 (size AA) batteries
3V DC, two LR6 (size AA) batteries

Approx. 156.9 

×

 82.5 

×

 41.1 mm (w/h/d) (6 

1

/

4

×

 3 

1

/

4

 

×

 1 

5

/

8

 inches) incl. projecting parts and

controls

Approx. xxx g ( xx oz) incl. batteries

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

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