Sony ICF-C215 Operating Instructions - Page 2

Function selector Alarm indicator AC power cord FM wire antenna LIM(IPToErDtaWbleAARuRdAiNo)TY Setting the Clock 1 Plug in the unit. The display will flash "AM 12:00". 2 To set the hour, while holding down CLOCK, press TIME SET H. When the correct hour appears in the display, release CLOCK. 3 To set the minute, while holding down CLOCK, press TIME SET M. When the correct minute appears in the display, release CLOCK. The clock will begin to operate when you release TIME SET M. • Each press on TIME SET H or TIME SET M advances the displayed number by one. • The minute digits advance to "00" after "59". The hour digits do not advance by pressing TIME SET M. • To adjust the time exactly to the second, release TIME SET M simultaneously with the time signal. Playing the Radio 1 Set the Function selector to RADIO ON to turn on the radio and adjust VOL. (volume) 2 Select BAND and tune in a station using TUNING. • To turn off the radio, set the Function selector to OFF. • To improve radio reception FM: Extend the FM wire antenna fully to improve reception. AM: Reorient the unit for optimum reception. A ferrite bar antenna is built into the unit. Do not operate the unit over a steel desk or metal surface, as this may lead to interference of reception. Setting the Alarm To set the radio alarm, first tune in a station and adjust the volume. 1 To set the hour for alarm, while holding down ALARM, press TIME SET H. When the desired hour appears in the display, release ALARM. 2 To set the minute for alarm, while holding down ALARM, press TIME SET M. When the desired minute appears in the display, release ALARM. 3 Set the Function selector to ALARM MODE RADIO or ALARM MODE BUZZER. The alarm indicator will light up. The alarm will come on at the preset time, and the alarm indicator will blink. The alarm will be turned off automatically after 119 minutes. • To shut off the alarm, set the Function selector to OFF. To sound the alarm at the preset time the next day, set the Function selector to ALARM MODE RADIO or ALARM MODE BUZZER again. • To cancel either alarm, set the Function selector to OFF. • To doze a few more minutes, press SNOOZE/ SLEEP OFF. The alarm will be turned off but will come on again after about 9 minutes (While the snooze function is operating, the alarm indicator stays lit. When the alarm comes on again, the alarm indicator will blink). You can repeat this process as many times as you like. • To adjust the radio alarm volume, turn VOL. The buzzer volume is fixed. • To check the preset time, press ALARM. Setting the Sleep Timer Enjoy falling asleep to the radio using the built-in sleep timer that shuts off the radio automatically at a preset time. 1 While listening to the radio, set the Function selector to OFF. 2 Press SLEEP. The radio turns on. It will go off after 59 minutes. • To turn off the radio before the preset time, press SNOOZE/ SLEEP OFF. • Every time you press SLEEP, the sleep timer is reset to 59 minutes. • When you set the Function selector to ALARM MODE RADIO or ALARM MODE BUZZER, if the preset alarm time comes while the sleep timer is operating, the radio or buzzer sounds depending on which you set. Precautions • Operate the unit on the power sources specified in "Specifications". • To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it out by the plug, not by the cord. • Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat source such as a radiator or air duct, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or shock. • Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat built-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 a qualified personnel before operating it any further. • To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. Battery Warning When the unit will be left unplugged for a long time, remove the battery to avoid undue battery discharge and damage to the unit from battery leakage. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Specifications Time display: 12 hour Frequency range: FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz Speaker: Approx. 6.6 cm (2 5⁄8 inches) dia., 8 Ω Power output: 150 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion) Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz For the power back-up function: 9 V DC, one 6F22 battery Battery life: Approx. 80 hours, using Sony S-006P(U) battery Dimensions: Approx. 200 × 62 × 166 mm (w/h/d) (7 7⁄8 × 2 1⁄2 × 6 5⁄8 inches) incl. projecting parts and controls Mass: Approx. 570 g (1 lb. 4 oz.) not incl. battery Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.