—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. Machine. The Dream Machine will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure. Before operating your unit, please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference. Features • Dual alarm FM/AM (ICF-C793) PLL (phase locked loop) synthesized clock radio. • Triple display—main display, and two sub- displays for the alarms. • LCD with backlight, and brightness adjustment for the backlight. • Date button to display the year, month and date. • Easy radio preset—with the pressing of a button. • D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time)—Summer time adjustment (one-hour skip function). • 5 random station presets. • Radio and buzzer alarms, as well as a snooze function. • Self-powered backup that enables the current time and memory to be stored for about 30 minutes without batteries when the power supply is interrupted. Precautions • Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz. • Disconnect the cord by grasping the plug. Never pull it by 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. • Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs, blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that block the ventilation holes. • Should any liquid or solid object fall into the unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it further. • When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. Never use abrasive cleaners or chemical solvents, as they may mar the casing. If you have any questions, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Specifications Time display 12-hour system Frequency range FM: 87.5–108 MHz AM: 530–1,710 kHz Channel steps FM: 0.1 MHz (fixed) AM: 10 kHz (fixed) Speaker Approx. 6.6 cm (2 5/8 in) dia. Power output 150 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion) Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Dimensions Approx. 113 x 147.5 x 104.5 mm (w/h/d) (4 1/2 x 5 7/8 x 4 1/8 in) incl. projecting parts and controls Mass Approx. 730 g (1 lb 10 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 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 outle...