Sony ICF-C205 Operating Instructions

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Installing the battery

(see Fig. A-1)

Clip the battery in place observing correct polarity,

and insert it in the battery compartment until it clicks

into position.

Removing the battery

(see Fig. A-2)

Turn the unit upside down and push the battery

forward from the battery compartment.

• After a power interruption, the displayed time may

not always be correct (it may gain or lose about 10

minutes per hour).

Knowing when to replace the

battery

To check battery power, unplug the AC 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.

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.

Setting the Clock

Plug in the unit.

The display will flash "AM 12:00".

To set the hour, while holding down

CLOCK, press TIME SET H. When the

correct hour appears in the display, release

CLOCK.

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, set the time

one minute behind the time you want to set. Press

TIME SET M simultaneously with the time signal.

Playing the Radio

Set the function selector to RADIO ON to

turn on the radio and adjust VOLUME.

Select BAND and tune in to a station using

TUNING.

• To turn off the radio, set the function selector to

OFF.

Improving the

reception

FM: The AC power cord functions as an FM antenna.

Extend the AC power cord fully to increase

reception sensitivity.

AM: Rotate the unit horizontally 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 to a station and

adjust the volume.

To set the hour for alarm, while holding

down ALARM, press TIME SET H. When

the desired hour appears in the display,

release ALARM.

To set the minute for alarm, while holding

down ALARM, press TIME SET M. When

the desired minute appears in the display,

release ALARM.

Set the function selector to ALARM

MODE • RADIO or ALARM MODE •

BUZZER.

The alarm will come on at the preset time and

automatically turn itself off 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 deactivate the alarm, set the function selector to

OFF.

• To doze a few more minutes, press SNOOZE/

SLEEP OFF.

The alarm will shut off but will come on again after

about 9 minutes. You can use this function as many

times as you like.

• To adjust the radio alarm volume, turn VOLUME.

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.

While listening to the radio, set the function

selector to OFF.

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 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.

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:

inches) dia., 8 Ω

Approx. 5.7 cm (2

⁄

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 006P (6F22) battery

Dimensions:

Approx. 143 × 54.5 × 117.5 mm (w/h/d)

× 2

× 4

⁄

inches) incl. projecting parts and

controls

Mass:

Approx. 397 g (14 oz) not incl. battery

Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

Lead-free solder is used for soldering.

Halogenated flame retardants are not

used in printed wiring boards.

Summary of Contents for Sony ICF-C205

Page 1: Setting The Alarm
Press SLEEP. Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation. The radio turns on. It will go off after 59 Dream Machine est une marque de fabrique de Sony Corporation. • After a power interruption, the displayed time may minutes.
Page 2 • Pour éteindre la radio, réglez le sélecteur de fonction à OFF. 6F22 Autonomie de la pile: Amélioration de la Env. 80 heures, avec une pile Sony 006P (6F22) Dimensions: réception Env. 143 × 54,5 × 117,5 mm (l/h/p) × 2 ×...