ICF-C492_2-583-841-21(1)_GB
2-583-841-21(1)
Operating Instructions
© 2005 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICF-C492
FM/AM Clock Radio
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance,
and keep this manual for future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating
instructions, and adhere to them.
INSTALLATION
Water and Moisture
Do not use powerline operated appliances near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Heat
Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
Ventilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be
blocked or covered.
-Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
-Never block the slots and openings by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
surface.
-Never place the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation is provided.
Accessories
Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by Sony.
-An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Wall or Ceiling Mounting
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.
USE
Power Source
This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local
power company. For those appliances designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
Grounding or Polarization
This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than
the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow
the instructions below:
-For the appliance with a polarized AC power cord plug:
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
-For the appliance with a three-wire grounding type AC plug:
This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since
this can result in fire or electric shock.
When not in use
Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the plug out by the cord.
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits
from the appliance.
Lightning
For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.
Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the appliance.
Cleaning
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance.
Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.
ANTENNAS
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.
An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM
IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Antenna Grounding According to the National
Electrical Code
SERVICE
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
-When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed.
-If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance.
-If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
-The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
-This indicates a need for service.
-If the appliance does not operate normally when following the operating instructions, adjust only
those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.
-If the appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks (as specified by Sony) to determine that the appliance is in safe operating
condition.
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-20)
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Ground
Clamps
NEC-NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
Electric Service
Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250 Part H)
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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.
* The graphical symbols are on the bottom
enclosure.
WARNING
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
For customers who purchased this product in the USA
Please register this product on line at
http://www.sony.com/productregistration.
Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic mailings about new products, services, and other
important announcements. Registering your product will also allow us to contact you in the unlikely
event that the product needs adjustment or modification. Thank you.
Printed on 100% recycled paper
using VOC (Volatile Organic
Compound)-free vegetable oil
based ink.
ICF-C492_2-583-841-21(1)_GB
Setting the Clock
1 Plug in the unit.
The display will flash “AM 12:00”.
2 Set the ALARM TIME/CLOCK SET
switch to CLOCK.
3 Press FAST+, FAST– or + to adjust the
time.
When you press FAST+, the time is raised rapidly.
When you press FAST–, the time is lowered
rapidly.
When you press +, the time is raised in one-minute
steps.
4 Set the ALARM TIME/CLOCK SET
switch to HOLD.
Make sure that the ALARM TIME/CLOCK SET
switch is set to HOLD. When it is set to HOLD, you
cannot see the red label underneath. Otherwise, the
displayed time might be changed if FAST+, FAST–
or + happens to be pressed.
To display minute and second, press SNOOZE.
Example:When the current time is 7:15:10, the display
will become:
7 :15 , 5 :10
Lower of minute digit Second digits
The display returns to the current time when you release
SNOOZE.
To adjust the time exactly to the second, press + briefly
with the time signal.
Playing the Radio
1 Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio.
2 Adjust volume using VOL.
3 Select the BAND.
4 Tune in to a station using TUNE.
To turn off the radio
Press ALARM RESET•RADIO OFF.
Improving the
Reception
FM: Extend the FM wire antenna fully to improve FM
reception.
AM: Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum
reception. A ferrite bar antenna is built into the
unit.
Features
• Easy to-see Large 1.4 inch green LED
• Alarm Vol. Control (High/Low)
• Dual alarm (radio alarm and buzzer alarm)
• Easy to-see alarm indicator
• Variable brightness control
• Full power backup to keep the clock and the alarm
(radio and buzzer) operating during a power
interruption with a 6F22 battery (not supplied)
installed.
Installing the
Battery
To keep good time, your Dream Machine needs one
6F22 battery (not supplied), in addition to house current.
The battery keeps the clock operating in the event of a
power interruption. Before setting the time on your
Dream Machine, open the lid at the bottom of the unit,
install the battery with correct polarity and then close the
lid.
After a power interruption, the displayed time may not
be always correct (It may gain or lose about 10 minutes
per hour).
Knowing When to Replace the Battery
To check the battery power, unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet and plug it in again after a few minutes. If
the displayed time is incorrect, replace the battery with a
new one.
Changing the
Brightness of the
Clock display
Turn BRIGHTNESS to adjust the brightness of the
clock display.
SNOOZE
FAST FAST
HOLD RADIO BUZZER CLOCK
TIME SET
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Setting the Alarm
This radio is equipped with 3 alarm modes – RADIO,
BUZZER and RADIO+BUZZER. Before setting the
alarm, make sure to set the clock (see “Setting the
Clock”).
To set the radio alarm, first tune in to a station and adjust
the volume.
1 Set the ALARM TIME/CLOCK SET
switch to RADIO or BUZZER.
2 Press FAST+, FAST– or + to select the
desired time.
When you press FAST+, the time is raised rapidly.
When you press FAST–, the time is lowered
rapidly.
When you press +, the time is raised in one-minute
steps.
3 Set the ALARM TIME/CLOCK SET
switch to HOLD.
Make sure that the ALARM TIME/CLOCK SET
switch is set to HOLD after setting the clock. When
it is set to HOLD, you cannot see the red label
underneath.
4 Set the ALARM MODE switch to RADIO,
BUZZER or RADIO+BUZZER.
The ALARM RADIO or ALARM BUZZER
indicator lights up. When you set both alarm times,
both ALARM RADIO and ALARM BUZZER
indicators light up.
The alarm will come on at the preset time and will
automatically turn itself off after about 59 minutes.
If the same alarm time is set for both RADIO and
BUZZER, RADIO will take priority.
To check the alarm setting
Set the ALARM TIME/CLOCK SET switch to RADIO
or BUZZER.
To Doze for a Few More Minutes
Press SNOOZE.
The radio or buzzer turns off but will automatically
come on again after about 6 minutes. You can repeat this
process as many times as you like.
To Stop the Alarm
Press ALARM RESET•RADIO OFF to turn off the
alarm.
The alarm will come on again at the same time the next
day.
To Deactive the Alarm
Set the ALARM MODE switch to OFF.
ALARM RADIO, ALARM BUZZER or both indicators
will be turned off.
To Adjust the Alarm Level
(ALARM VOL)
Select the volume of the alarm by setting ALARM VOL
to HIGH or LOW.
Note
If you select the RADIO+BUZZER mode, set the
BUZZER alarm time earlier than the RADIO alarm
time, and then use the SNOOZE button to turn off the
buzzer, the radio will not come on even if the RADIO
alarm time comes during the snooze period; only the
buzzer will come back on after the snooze period is over.
Setting the Sleep
Timer
Enjoy falling asleep to the radio using the built-in sleep
timer.
Press SLEEP.
The radio turns on. You can set the sleep timer to
durations up to 59 minutes. When you keep pressing
SLEEP, the time is lowered in one-minute steps.
When you press FAST+ or FAST– while holding down
SLEEP, the time is changed rapidly. When you press +
while holding down SLEEP, the time is raised in one-
minute steps.
The radio will play for the time you set, then turn off.
To turn off the radio before the preset time
Press ALARM RESET•RADIO OFF.
Precautions
• Operate 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.
• 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 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 system
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
120 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
For power backup: 9 V DC, one 6F22 battery
Battery life
Approx. 9 hours (for clock and alarm backup) using
Sony 006P (6F22) battery
Dimensions
Approx. 198.7 × 101.5 × 109.7 mm (w/h/d)
(7
7
/
8
× 4 × 4
3
/
8
inches) not incl. projecting parts and
controls
Mass
Approx. 640 g (1 lb 6.58 oz) not incl. battery
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
*There is a tactile dot beside VOL to show the direction to turn up the volume.
Lead-free solder is used for soldering.
Halogenated flame retardants are not used
in printed wiring boards.
FM wire antenna
AC power cord
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