Sony TR-1817 Radio User Manual

The Sony TR-1817 is a portable AM/FM radio with digital tuning, built-in speaker, headphone jack, telescopic antenna, LCD display with clock and alarm functions, battery and AC power options, preset station memory, auto-scan tuning, sleep timer, and tone control. Powered by 2 x AA batteries or 120V AC adapter (included). Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Using Radio Functions 8. Accessibility Features 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: LCD display with backlight, telescopic antenna, built-in speaker, headphone jack, AC power input, control buttons.

Feature	Description
Telescopic antenna	For AM/FM reception adjustment
LCD display	Shows frequency, time, alarm settings
Headphone jack (3.5mm)	For private audio listening
AC power input	For use with included AC adapter
Battery compartment	Holds 2 x AA batteries
Speaker	Built-in 2-inch dynamic speaker
POWER	Turns radio on/off
TUNING buttons	Manual tuning up/down
BAND	Switches between AM/FM bands
PRESET	Accesses stored station presets

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable surface.

Install batteries: Open battery compartment, insert 2 x AA batteries observing polarity.
Extend antenna: Pull telescopic antenna fully upright for best reception.
Connect AC adapter: Plug adapter into DC input jack and wall outlet (optional).
Connect headphones: Insert 3.5mm plug into headphone jack for private listening.

WARNING! Use only recommended battery type. Do not mix old and new batteries.

First-Time Setup

Power on radio; follow initial setup procedure.

Set time: Press CLOCK button, use TUNING to set hours/minutes, press CLOCK again to confirm.
Set alarm: Press ALARM button, set time and alarm type (radio/buzzer).
Auto-scan stations: Press and hold SCAN button to automatically search and store stations.
Save presets: Tune to desired station, press and hold PRESET button (1-5) for 2 seconds.

CAUTION! Keep away from moisture and extreme temperatures.

Specifications

Frequency Range: FM: 87.5-108 MHz, AM: 530-1710 kHz.
Tuning System: Digital PLL synthesizer.
Speaker: 2-inch dynamic (8 ohm).
Output Power: 100 mW maximum.
Power Source: 2 x AA batteries or DC 3V adapter.
Battery Life: Approx. 30 hours (alkaline batteries).
Display: LCD with backlight.
Dimensions: 150 x 85 x 35 mm.
Weight: 250g (without batteries).

Controls and Settings

Front panel controls: POWER, BAND, TUNING (+/-), PRESET, VOLUME, MENU.

Additional functions: CLOCK (time setting), ALARM (alarm setup), SLEEP (sleep timer), SCAN (auto station search), TONE (bass/treble adjustment).

Display indicators: AM/FM band, frequency, time, alarm on/off, battery level, preset number. Menu options: Time format (12/24 hour), backlight duration, auto-off timer, reset to factory defaults.

Connecting Devices

Headphones: Standard 3.5mm jack. AC adapter: DC 3V input jack.

Turn off radio before connecting devices.
Insert headphone plug fully into jack.
Use only Sony-approved AC adapter (DC 3V, center positive).
When using AC power, batteries are automatically disconnected.

Tip: For best audio quality, use headphones with impedance of 16-32 ohms.

Using Radio Functions

Supports AM/FM reception with 5 preset memories per band.

Power on: Press POWER button.
Select band: Press BAND to toggle between AM and FM.
Tune manually: Use TUNING +/- buttons to find stations.
Auto-scan: Press SCAN to automatically find and stop at next strong station.
Save preset: Tune to station, press and hold PRESET (1-5) until beep confirms.
Recall preset: Press PRESET briefly to cycle through saved stations.
Adjust volume: Use VOLUME +/- buttons.
Sleep timer: Press SLEEP to set auto-off timer (15-90 minutes).
Tone control: Press TONE to cycle through bass boost settings.

WARNING! Do not extend antenna near power lines. Adjust antenna for best reception.

Accessibility Features

Backlight: Adjustable duration (off, 5s, 10s, 30s). Large display: High-contrast LCD with large digits. Tactile buttons: Raised markings for key controls. Alarm with vibration option: Can be set to radio or buzzer alarm.

Care & Cleaning

Remove batteries before extended storage. Clean with dry, soft cloth. Do not use chemicals or abrasives.

CAUTION! Keep away from heat sources. Do not disassemble unit.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Sony Corporation. For support, visit www.sony.com/electronics/support or contact 1-800-222-7669. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Dead batteries/power	Replace batteries; check AC adapter connection.
Poor reception	Antenna position/location	Extend antenna fully; move to different location.
No sound	Volume/mute/headphones	Increase volume; check if headphones are plugged in.
Display dim or blank	Backlight settings/battery	Adjust backlight duration; replace batteries.
Presets lost	Battery removal	Presets are lost when batteries are removed; reprogram stations.
Clock reset	Power interruption	Clock resets when batteries removed; reset time manually.

Reset: Press and hold POWER and MENU for 5 seconds to factory reset.

Service: 1-800-222-7669; www.sony.com/electronics/support