Sony icf m 1000 owners manual

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SONYs
FM/AM PLL

2-s7o-421-11(1)

Synthesized Radio

Operating Instructions

ICF-M 1000

© 2006 Sony Corporation Primed in China

http://wwwsonynet/

Owners Record

The model number and the serial number are located on the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

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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
iustment or modification. Thank you.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.

CAUTION

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acres seat/tom YOQUALlFlED senvice pensouuct

This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage" within the
products 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.

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 panicular 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:

7 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

7 Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

7 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

7 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio] TV
technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.

Note to the CATV Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installers attention to Article 820740 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Features

- Highefidelity PM/AM PLL (phase locked loop)
synthesized table radio.

- Prismatic LCD display for table top use.

- Digital tuning control knob permits easy accurate
tuning.

- Tone control.

- Furnimrezgrade. handelacquered high gloss surface.

- Wood based cabinet and bass reflex sound system.

- Highly sensitive builteih PM/AM antenna.

- FM ANTENNA (75 t2) connector to connect an
external FM antenna in difficult reception areas.

- Full range 3 inch speaker and cancel magnet system.

- LINE IN jack for connecting other portable audio
equipment.

- LINE OUT jack to use the unit as a highly sensitive
discrete tuner.

- Headphone out (93.5mm stereo rninijack).

Precaut ons

- 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 it the unit itself has been turned off.

The nameplate indicating operating voltage. etc. is

located on the bottom exterior.

Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker. keep

personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring

wound watches away from the urtit 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

buildup. 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.

- Never touch the wire of the external FM antenna
during a thunderstorm. Furthermore, immediately
disconnect the AC power code from the radio.

Lt you have any questions or problems concerning your
unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

For our protection, lease read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance,
and ee this manua for future reference.

Careful y 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 necessa ventilation. To ensure reliable

o eration of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, ese slots and openings must never be
b ocked 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 inlury 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 Mountingi

If your appliance can be mountc 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 ot er), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug aving a third pin for grounding). Follow
the instructions below:

-For the am.) ance with a polarized AC power cord plug:

This plug wi i to the ower outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug full into t e outlet, t reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to ave a suitable out et installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.

-For the a pli nce with a three-wire grounding type AC plug:

This plug wi 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 our electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding p ug.

Overloading

Do not overloa 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 eriod of time.
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the plug out by e 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, receptac es, 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 long1 lperiods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This wi prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kin into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that cou result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liqui of any
kind on the appliance.

Cleaning

Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use li uid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water or cleamng the exterior o the appliance.
Clean the appliance only as recommended y 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 li ht or ower circuits, or where it can come in contact with such ower lines or circuits.
WHEN llEISTAELINC. AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME ARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
TO KEEP PROM 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 Codcdprovides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, groan ing 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

Antenna Lead-in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Groundin Conductors
NEG NATIONAL (NEC Section 810-20)
ELECTRICAL CODE Gmund Clamps

SERVICE
Damage Reguiring Service

Un lug the app ance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the

fol owing con itions:

>thn the power cord or plu is damage or frayed.

-If liquid has been spilled or o iccts have fallen into the appliance.

-If the ap liance has been exposed to rain or water.

-The app iance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
-This indicates a need for service.

-l.f 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 dama e 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
darnag .

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 re lacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts

s ecifie by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts.

nauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon com letion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform

routdine sa ety checks (as specified by Sony) to determine that the appliance is in safe operating

con ition.

:7 Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250 Part H)

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Setting the clock
1

Plug in the unit.
The display will flash AM 12:00".

2 Press POWER to tum off the radio when it
is turned on.

3 Press and hold BAND/CLOCK for a few
seconds.
You will hear a beep and the hour will start to flash
in the display.

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4 Turn TUNEI'I'IME SET right or left until
the correct hour appears in the display.

5 Press BAND/CLOCK once.
The hour is set and the minutes start to flash.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the minute.
Two short beeps sound, n : " starts flashing. and the
clock starts operating.

If you do not set the clock within 65 seconds, the setting
is canceled.

Playing the radio
You can use an external FM antenna although the AC
power cord functions as an FM antenna.
When you use an external FM antenna, connect the
antenna cable to FM ANTENNA connector on the
rear of the radio and then set FM ANTENNA selector
to EXT. When you do not use an external FM antenna.
set FM ANTENNA selector to INT.
lI Press POWER to turn on the radio.
If LINE" is displayed, press RADIO/LINE IN so
that the frequency appears.
2 Press BAND/CLOCK to select the band
AM or FM.
3 Turn TUNEI'I'IME SET right or left to
tune in to a desired frequency.
Two short beeps sound when the minimum
frequency of each band is received during tuning.
4 Adjust the volume using VOLUME.
5 Set the tone using TONE.
To adjust the tone. turn TONE to LOW/HIGH.

To listen with the

headphones

You can enjoy the radio and external equipment
connected to the line in by the headphones (not
supplied). Connect the headphones (not supplied)
to the O (headphones) jack. The speaker is
deactivated when the headphones are connected.
The headphones output AM broadcasts in
monaural (same sound is output from both
headphones), while FM stereo broadcasts are
output in stereo.

Improvmg the
reception

FM: The AC power cord functions as an FM antenna.
Select FM ANTENNA selector to INT and extend
the AC power cord fully to improve FM reception.

AM: Rotate the unit horizontally for optimum
reception. A ferrite bar antenna is built into the
unit.

Notes

- Do not play the unit over a steel desk or metal surface.
as this may lead to interference of reception.

- If using an external FM antenna. set FM ANTENNA
selector to EXT, then connect the 75 Q coaxial cable
(not supplied) to FM ANTENNA (75 n) connector on
the rear of the unit.

- To receive PM signals via cable available from some
cable TV providers, contact your cable TV company
for assistance.

Connecting external
equipment
To sten to sound

1 Connect the LINE IN jack of the unit to the
line out jack or headphone jack of the external
equipment using the audio connecting cable
(supplied).

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Audio connecting cable
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equipment

2 Press POWER to tum on the radio.

3 Press RADIO/LINE IN to select LlNE in
the display.

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4 Play the equipment connected to the
LINE IN jack.
5 Adjust the volume using VOLUME.

To return to the radio
Press RADIO/LINE IN.
The frequency is shown in the display.

To record with LINE OUT

1 Connect the LINE OUTjack of the unit to
the line in jack of the external equipment
using the audio connecting cable (supplied).

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Audio connecting cable
(supplied)

To external 4-
equipment

2 Press POWER to turn on the radio.

3 Tune the unit to the radio station that you
want to record.

4 Start to record on the connected equipment.

Notes

- Refer also to the connected equipment's manual.

- The supplied audio connecting cable may not be used
with some external equipment. In this case, use a cord
suitable for the external equipment you are using.
LINE OUT signal of AM broadcasts is output in
monaural (same sound is output from both headr
phones). And LINE OUT signal ofFM stereo
broadcasts is output in stereo.

The sound quality of LINE our signal is constant
regardless of the position of TONE, and the output
level is constant regardless of the position of
VOLUME.

- When you listen to the radio with external equipment
connected, turn off the connected equipment because
noise may be caused. If noise continues, even when
the equipment is turned off, disconnect and place the
external equipment away from the unit.

- If there are line out and headphone jacks on external
equipment, connect to the line out jack.

- If you connect with the headphone jack of the external
equipment, some equipment may not perform tone
switch function (e.g., bass boost, equalizer etc.).

Specifications

Time display

erhour system

Frequency range

FM : 87.5 r 108 MHZ

AM : 5307 1 7lOkHz

Speaker

Approx. 7.7 cm ( 3 VB inches) dia. 4 t1
Output

LINE OUT jack to 3.5 min stereo minijack)
n (headphones) jack (p 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
In put

LINE IN jack (9) 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Antenna terminal

75 t2 external antenna terminal for FM
Power output

4 w (at it) % harmonic distortion)

Power requirements

120 V AC. 60 Hz

Dimension s

Approx. 300 X 120 x l70 mm (w/h/d)

(ll 7/a X 4 5/j X 6 3/j inches) not incl. projecting parts and
controls

Mass

Approx. 2.3 kg (5 lb 1.13 oz)

Supplied accessory

Audio connecting cable (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.

Leadrlree solder is used for soldering.
Halogenated flame retardants are not used
in printed wiring boards.

Tape Cassette PIayel/Recorder/CD Player/Mini Disc
DAT/Radio/Head Pnone/Speaker/MIC/Personals

Portable Audio

LIMITED WARRANTY

Sony Electronics Inc. ISony"l warrants this Product (including any accessories) against detects in material or

workmanship asiollows:

I. LABOR Fora period olone (I) yearflom the date at purchase, ifthis Product is determined to he detective,
Sony will repair or replace the Product, at its option, at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any Sony author
rized service Iacillty. Alter the Warranty Period, you must pay for all labor charges.

2. PARTS: In addition, Sonywill supply, at no charge, new orrehuilt replacements in exchange lordclcctive
parts for a period ol one ii) year. Alter the warranty period, you must pay for all pans costs.

3. ACCESSORIES Parts and Iaborfor all accessories are torone (I) year.

To obtain warranty service, you musttakethe Product, or deliverthe Productlreight prepaid, in either its original
packaging or packaging aflording an equal degree of protection, to any authorized Sony service IaciIity.

This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adiustments or signal reception prohr

Iems.

This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts at God, accident, misuse, abuse, ncqli:
gerice, commercial use, or modilrcatron ol, orto any part olthc Product, Including the antenna. This warranty
does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or
attempted repair by anyone other than a lacility authorized by Sony to service the Product. This warranty does
not cover Products sold AS Is orWITH ALL FAULTS, or consumables isuch as loses or batteries). This warranty
is valid only in the United States.

Proof of purchase in the form at a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is within the
Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service

This warranty IS invalid ilthc lactory applied serial number has been altered or removed lrorn the Product.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTV IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER. SoNv SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR
BREACH OF ANV EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTV ON THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT To THE EXTENT PROHIBr
ITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTV OF MERCHANTABILITV OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICUr
LAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTV.

Some states do not allowthe exclusion or limitation ol Incidental orconsequentlal damages, or allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In addition,
il you enter into a service contract with the Sony Partnership within an days otthe date at sale, the limitation on
how long an implied warranty lasts does not applyto you. This warranty givesvou specific legal rights, and you
may have other rights which varv from state to state

For your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. has established telephone numberslortreouently asked questlons:

To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you, orlot service assistance or resolution ol 3 service problem, orfor
product inlormatlon or operation, call:

sony Customer InIormation Services Center
17800722277669
or visit the Sony Web Site:
wwwsonycom
For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer, call:

LBDOJSESONV (7669)

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