Sony ICF-C414 User Manual

Features, Precautions, Troubleshooting

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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.
You are cautioned that any changes or

modifications not expressly approved in this

manual could void your authority to operate this

equipment.
CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the same or

equivalent 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.

INFORMATION

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 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

 Large, easy to-see, 1.4 inch green LED.

 Dual alarm FM/AM Clock radio.

 Various types of alarms — buzzer, radio and

melody.

 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/Summer time

adjustment.

 Date button to display month, day and year.

 Brightness control (High/Middle/Low).

 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 — Snooze time can be

extended from 10 up to 60 minutes.

 Progressive Alarm Speed (buzzer only).

Precautions

 Play the unit on the power source specified in

“Specifications”.

 To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead),

pull it out by the plug, not the cord.

 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.

 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, a blanket, etc.) or near

materials (a curtain) which might block the

ventilation holes.

 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.

NOTES ON 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, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem occur with the unit, make

the following simple checks to determine whether

or not servicing is required.

If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony

dealer.
The clock flashes “AM 12:00”.
 A power interruption occurred and the backup

battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove the

old battery and install a new one.

The buzzer, radio or melody alarm does not

sound at the preset alarm time.
 Check that the buzzer, radio or melody alarm is

activated (the ALARM A (or B) indicator lights

up).

The radio alarm is activated but does not

sound at the preset alarm time.
 Check that the volume is not set to minimum.
When daylight saving time begins, the clock

does not employ the daylight saving time

automatically.
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.

 Press and hold DST for at least 3 seconds to

activate the automatic DST/summer time

adjustment.

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.

Specifications

Time display

12-hour System
Frequency range
Band

Frequency

FM

87.5 – 108 MHz

AM

530 – 1 710 kHz

Speaker

Approx. 6.6 cm (2

5

/

8

inches) dia., 8 Ω

Power output

180 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements

120 V AC, 60 Hz

For power backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery
Dimensions

Approx. 178.9 Ч 121.8 Ч 88.5 mm (w/h/d)

(7

1

/

8

Ч 4

7

/

8

Ч 3

1

/

2

inches) incl. projecting parts and

controls
Mass

Approx. 638 g (1 lb 6.5 oz) incl. CR2032 battery

Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

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