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Sony DREAM MACHINE ICF-C707 Operating Instructions

Sony DREAM MACHINE ICF-C707 Operating Instructions

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4-180-721-11(1)
FM/AM Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
ICF-C707
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
©2010 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as back-up power source for the clock, which is preset
to EST (Eastern Standard Time) at the factory. And this battery is considered part of the product.
Important Safety
For customers who purchased this product in
the USA
Instructions
Please register this product on line at
http://www.sony.com/productregistration.
1) Read these instructions.
Proper registration will enable us to send
you periodic mailings about new products,
2) Keep these instructions.
services, and other important announcements.
3) Heed all warnings.
Registering your product will also allow us
4) Follow all instructions.
to contact you in the unlikely event that the
product needs adjustment or modification.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
Thank you.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
WARNING
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
do not expose this apparatus to rain or
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
moisture.
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place
polarized or grounding-type plug. A
lighted candles on the apparatus.
polarized plug has two blades with one
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong.
not expose this apparatus to dripping or
splashing, and do not place objects filled with
The wide blade or the third prong are
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
outlet.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
10) Protect the power cord from being walked
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
by the manufacturer.
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main
bracket, or table specified by the
plug from the AC outlet immediately.
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
The unit is not disconnected from the AC
When a cart is used, use caution when
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been
avoid injury from tip-over.
turned off.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
this equipment.
storms or when unused for long periods of
The nameplate and important information
time.
concerning safety are located on the bottom
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
exterior.
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
CAUTION
such as power-supply cord or plug is
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
NOTE
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
This equipment has been tested and found to
For the state of california, USA only
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
Perchlorate Material –special handling may apply,
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
perchlorate
protection against harmful interference in a
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
residential installation. This equipment
perchlorate
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
Features
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
 Dual alarm FM/AM synthesized clock radio
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
 Nature Sound (Sea Waves, Birds, Rain,
equipment does cause harmful interference to
Brook, Under the Sea)
radio or television reception, which can be
 Temperature display (Fahrenheit /
determined by turning the equipment off and
Centigrade) 5°F – 122°F (–15°C – 50°C)
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
 Built-in audio cable for Digital Music Player
interference by one or more of the following
 10 Station Presets (5 FM/5 AM)
measures:
 Various types of alarms - radio, buzzer and
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Nature Sounds (5)
— Increase the separation between the equipment
 Automatic time set: when you plug the clock
and receiver.
in for the first time, the current time will be
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
shown in the display
is connected.
 Automatic Daylight Savings Time Set/
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
Summer time adjustment
technician for help.
 100 year calendar and DATE/TIME ZONE
WARNING
button to display year, month and date
 Replace the battery for the clock backup with
 Brightness Control (High/Low/Off)
a Sony CR2032 lithium battery. Use of
 No Power No Problem alarm system to keep
another battery may present a risk of fire or
the clock and the alarm operating during a
explosion.
power interruption with a CR2032 battery
 Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not
installed
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
 Extendable Snooze system - Snooze time can
 Dispose of the used battery promptly. Keep
be set from 10 to 60 minutes
away from children.
 Progressive Alarm Speed (buzzer only)
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
Connecting the
internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit
on a thick pile surface (rug, a blanket, etc.),
antenna
or near materials that might block the
ventilation holes (such as a curtain, etc.).
To connect the AM loop
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by
antenna
qualified personnel before operating it any
The shape and the length of the antenna is
further.
designed to receive AM signals. Do not
 To clean the casing, use a soft cloth
dismantle or roll up the antenna.
dampened with a mild detergent solution.
 Never touch the wire of the external FM
1
Remove only the loop part from the
antenna during a thunderstorm.
plastic stand.
Furthermore, immediately disconnect the
2
Set up the AM loop antenna.
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
3
Connect the cords to the AM antenna
occur.
terminals.
If you have any questions or problems
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected
concerning your unit, consult your nearest
either way round.
Sony dealer.
Insert the cord while
pushing down the
terminal clamp.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have
Only insert up
made the following checks, consult your nearest
to here.
A
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
4
Make sure the AM loop antenna is
preset alarm time.
connected firmly by pulling softly.
 Check that alarm "" or alarm "" is
properly set/displayed.
Adjusting the AM loop antenna
The alarm settings are activated but there
Find a place and an orientation that provides
is no sound at the preset alarm time.
good reception.
 Check the alarm volume setting.
 Do not place the AM loop antenna near the
unit or other AV equipment, as noise may
When daylight saving time begins, the
result.
clock does not employ the daylight saving
time automatically.
Tip
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for
 Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK and
best AM broadcast sound.
SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS simultaneously for
at least 2 seconds to activate the Automatic
DST function.
Specifications
Time display
12-hour system
Radio section
Frequency range
Band Frequency
Channel step
FM
87.5 MHz – 108 MHz
0.1 MHz
AM
530 kHz – 1 710 kHz
10 kHz
General
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (1
7
/
inches) dia. 8 Ω
16
Input
Built-in audio cable with stereo-mini plug
(ø 3.5 mm)
Power output
0.7 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
For clock back up: 3V DC, one CR2032 battery
Nature Sound
Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook, Under the Sea
Temperature range
5 °F – 122 °F (–15 °C – 50 °C)
Temperature resolution
1 °F (1 °C)
Dimensions
Approx. 190 mm × 67 mm × 62 mm (w/h/d)
(7
1
/
inches × 2
3
/
inches × 2
1
/
inches) not
2
4
2
including projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 620 g (1 lb 5.87 oz) including power
supply unit and CR2032 battery
Supplied accessories
AM loop antenna (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
About the backup
battery
To maintain accurate time, this unit includes an
internal CR2032 battery as a backup power
source in the event of a power interruption.
Knowing when to replace
the battery
When the battery becomes weak, "" will
appear in the display.
If a power interruption occurs while the battery
is weak, the current time and alarm will be
initialized.
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire
or explosion.
Note
If "AM 12:00" flashes in the display when the
unit is connected to an AC outlet for the first
time, the battery may be weak. In this case,
consult your Sony dealer.
Installing and replacing the
backup battery
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
outlet, remove the screw that secures
the battery compartment at the bottom
of the unit using a screwdriver, and
B
pull the battery compartment marked
PULL OPEN. (See fig. -)
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. -)
3
Insert the battery compartment back
into the unit and secure it with the
screw.
(See fig. -)
4
When you are replacing the battery,
press any of the following buttons:
RADIO BAND, AUDIO IN, or
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.
CR2032

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Summary of Contents for Sony DREAM MACHINE ICF-C707

  • Page 1  Dispose of the used battery promptly. Keep away from children. This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as back-up power source for the clock, which is preset to EST (Eastern Standard Time) at the factory. And this battery is considered part of the product.
  • Page 2: Settings

     Setting the clock for the first time This unit is preset to current EST (Eastern Standard Time) at the factory, and is powered Built-in by a backup battery. All you need to do the first audio cable time is just plug it in and select your time zone. Plug in the unit.