Sony ICF-C717PJ User Manual

Fm/am clock radio, Icf-c717pj, Warning

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,

do not expose this apparatus to rain or

moisture.

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 the batteries (battery pack or

batteries installed) to excessive heat such as

sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved in this

manual could void your authority to operate

this equipment.
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.

NOTE

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.

WARNING
 Replace the battery for the clock backup with

a Sony CR2032 lithium battery. Use of

another battery may present a risk of fire or

explosion.

 Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not

recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

 Dispose of the used battery promptly. Keep

away from children.

Important Safety

Instructions

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.

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.

For the state of california, USA only

Perchlorate Material –special handling may

apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/

perchlorate

Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains

perchlorate

Features

 Dual alarm FM/AM synthesized clock radio

 Nature Sounds (Sea Waves, Birds, Rain,

Brook, Under the Sea)

 Room temperature display (Fahrenheit /

Centigrade) 5°F – 122°F (–15°C – 50°C)

 Built-in audio cable for Digital Music Player

 10 Station Presets (5 FM/5 AM)

 Various types of alarms - radio, buzzer and

Nature Sounds (5)

 Automatic time set: when you plug the clock

in for the first time, the current time will be

shown in the display

 Automatic Daylight Saving Time Set/Summer

time adjustment

 100-year calendar and DATE/TIME ZONE

button to display year, month, and date

 Brightness Control (High/Low/Off)

 No Power No Problem alarm system to keep

the clock and the alarm operating during a

power interruption with a CR2032 battery

installed

 Extendable Snooze system - Snooze time can

be set from 10 to 60 minutes

 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

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, consult your nearest

Sony dealer.

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 switch to 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.

4-180-722-31(1)

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

erased.

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 power cord connected to

the AC outlet, remove the screw that

secures the battery compartment at the

bottom of the unit using a screwdriver,

and 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

To turn “” off in the display, press

RADIO BAND, AUDIO IN, or

NATURE SOUND / PRESET after

replacing the battery.

Notes
 When you replace the battery, do not

disconnect the AC power cord from AC

outlet.

Otherwise, the 100-year calendar, current

time, alarm, and station presets will be

erased.

 If the clock is erased while you are replacing

the battery, set the clock again. (See “Setting

the clock”)

CR2032

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

/

16

inches) dia., 8 Ω

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 Sounds

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. 217 mm × 67 mm × 62 mm (w/h/d)

(8

5

/

8

inches × 2

3

/

4

inches × 2

1

/

2

inches) not

including projecting parts and controls
Mass

Approx. 675 g (1 lb 7.63 oz) including power

supply unit and CR2032 battery
Supplied accessories

AM loop antenna (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

Connecting the

antenna

To connect the AM loop

antenna

The shape and the length of the antenna is

designed to receive AM signals. Do not

dismantle or roll up the antenna.

1

Remove only the loop part from the

plastic stand.

2

Set up the AM loop antenna.

3

Connect the cords to the AM antenna

terminals.

Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to

either terminal.

Insert the cord while

pushing down the

terminal clamp.

4

Make sure the AM loop antenna is

connected firmly by pulling softly.

Adjusting the AM loop antenna

Find a place and an orientation that provides

good reception.

 Do not place the AM loop antenna near the

unit or other AV equipment, as noise may

result.

Tip

Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for

best AM broadcast sound.

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FM/AM Clock Radio

ICF-C717PJ

Operating Instructions

Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Setting the time zone

and the clock for the

first time

This unit is preset to current EST (Eastern

Standard Time) at the factory, and is powered

by a backup battery. All you need to do the first

time is just plug it in and select your time zone.

1

Plug in the unit.

“year” (about 4 seconds)  “month and

date” (about 4 seconds)  “current EST

(Eastern Standard Time)” appears in the

display in turn.

2

Press and hold DATE/TIME ZONE for

at least 2 seconds.

Area number “2” flashes in the display.

3

Press TIME SET + or repeatedly to

select the time zone as follows:

Area number

Time zone

1

Atlantic Standard Time

2
(default setting)

Eastern Standard Time

3

Central Standard Time

4

Mountain Standard Time

5

Pacific Standard Time

6

Yukon Standard Time

7

Hawaiian Standard Time

4

Press DATE/TIME ZONE to set.

Notes
 Though the clock is correctly set at the

factory, discrepancies may arise during

transport or storage. If necessary, set the

clock to the correct time by referring to

“Setting the clock.”

 While setting the time zone, you must

perform each step within 65 seconds, or the

time zone setting mode will be canceled.

When daylight saving time

(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.

To cancel Automatic DST/Summer

Time adjustment during daylight

saving time (summer time)

Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment can

be canceled.

Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK and

SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS at the same time for

at least 2 seconds while the clock is displayed.

“ ” and “OFF” appear in the display to show that

Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment has

been canceled. The display returns to the clock.
Notes
 Daylight saving time (summer time) is

subject to variations in circumstances and

laws of each country/region. Customers

living in a country/region without daylight

saving time (summer time) from 2:00 AM on

the second Sunday of March to 2:00 AM on

the first Sunday of November must cancel

Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment

before using the unit.

 To activate Automatic DST/Summer Time

adjustment again, press and hold DISPLAY/

CLOCK and SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS at the

same time for at least 2 seconds.

“ ” and “On” appear in the display to show

that Automatic DST/Summer Time

adjustment has been activated. The display

returns to the clock.

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.

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