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Operating Instructions
TV/WEATHER/FM/AM
PLL Synthesized Radio
© 2002 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICF-M410V
OWNER’S RECORD
The model number is located on the rear and serial number on the rear exterior. Record the serial number
in the space provide below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. ICF-M410V Serial No.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
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 particular
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:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– 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.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call:
Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-7669 or write to:
Sony Customer Information Services Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft Myers, FL 33913
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: ICF-M410V
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 USA
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Before You Begin
Thank you for choosing the Sony radio!
It will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure.
Before operating the radio, please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference.
Features
• PLL synthesized tuning 4 band radio.
•A total of 20 channels can be preset, 5 TV channels, 5 WEATHER channels, 5 FM channels and 5 AM
channels.
• Easy to tune in preset stations with 5 direct access buttons.
• Sleep timer function switches the radio off automatically (can be set to turn off after 15, 30, 45 or 60
minutes).
• Standby timer function switches the radio on automatically at the time you want.
Notes on AM Channel Step
The AM channel step differs depending on areas. See “Changing AM Channel Step”.
Precautions
• Operate the unit only on 4.5 V DC. For battery operation, use three size AA (R6) batteries. For AC
operation, use only the recommended AC power adaptor.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to a wall outlet,
even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. is located on the bottom exterior.
• Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock.
Never leave in a car parked under the sun.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the AC power adaptor and remove the
batteries, and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. Make sure
that no liquid or foreign material enters the DC IN 4.5 V jack of the unit. This may lead to the malfunc-
tion of the unit.
• In vehicles or buildings, radio reception may be difficult or subject to interference. Try listening near a
window.
• Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, keep away personal credit cards using magnetic coding or
spring-wound watches from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet.
• When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a soft dry cloth moistened with mild detergent solution.
Never use abrasive cleansers or chemical solvents, as they may deform the casing.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting Guide
Should any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The front panel buttons do not operate at all.
•“ - ” is displayed. Slide HOLD so that “ - ” disappears.
Display is dim, or no indication is displayed.
• Weak batteries.
• The unit is being used in extremely high or low temperatures or in a place with excessive moisture.
Very weak or interrupted sound, or unsatisfactory reception.
• Weak batteries.
• When in a vehicle or building, move closer to a window.
A station cannot be received when a preset tuning button is pressed.
• The station has not been preset.
• The memory of the station has been initialized, or another station is preset. Preset the station again.
Sound is not heard and “ E “ appears in the display.
• Batteries are exhausted.
The preset stations may be initialized, if a maintenance service is performed.
Please note down your settings in case you want to preset them again.
Specifications
Time display:
12-hour system
Frequency range:
Band Range Channel step
TV 2 ch - 13 ch 1 channel
WEATHER 1 ch - 7 ch 1 channel
FM 87.5 – 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
AM 530 – 1 710 kHz 10 kHz
Speaker: 7.7 cm (3
1
/
8
inches) 8 Ω
Power output: 200 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Output: v (earphone) jack (ø 3.5 mm minijack)
Power requirements: 4.5 V DC, three size AA (R6) batteries
External power source: DC IN 4.5 V
Dimensions:
Approx. 205 × 104 × 40.5 mm (w/h/d)
(Approx. 8
1
/
3
× 4
1
/
8
×
1
5
/
8
inches) not incl. projecting parts and controls
Approx. 212 × 104 × 42.5 mm (w/h/d)
(Approx. 8
3
/
8
× 4
1
/
8
×
1
11
/
16
inches) incl. projecting parts and controls
Mass: Approx. 504 g (17.8
oz
) incl. batteries
Optional accessory
AC power adaptor AC-E45HG*
* Specifications for AC-E45HG vary for each area. Check your local voltage and the polarity of the plug
before purchasing.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Your Sony dealer may not handle all of the above listed optional accessory. Please ask your dealer for
detailed information on the optional accessory available in your country.
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.