Sony TR-1819 Radio User Manual

The Sony TR-1819 is a portable AM/FM radio with digital tuning, built-in speaker, headphone jack, LCD display with clock and alarm functions, telescopic antenna, battery and AC power options, preset station memory, sleep timer, and tone control. Powered by 4 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. Clock and Alarm 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, battery compartment.

Feature	Description
Telescopic antenna	For AM/FM reception adjustment
LCD display	Shows frequency, time, alarm status, and battery level
Headphone jack (3.5mm)	For private audio listening
AC power input	For use with included AC adapter
Battery compartment	Holds 4 AA batteries for portable operation
POWER button	Turns radio on/off
BAND button	Switches between AM and FM bands
TUNING buttons	Manual tuning up/down
PRESET buttons	Access 5 preset stations per band
VOLUME control	Adjusts audio output level

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, dry surface.

Install batteries: Open battery compartment, insert 4 AA batteries observing polarity.
Extend antenna: Pull telescopic antenna to full length for best reception.
Connect AC adapter: Plug adapter into DC input jack and wall outlet (optional).
Position radio: Place away from metal objects and electronic interference sources.

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

First-Time Setup

Power on radio; follow initial setup procedure.

Set time: Press and hold CLOCK button, use TUNING buttons to set correct time.
Set alarm: Press ALARM button, set alarm time and select alarm source (radio/buzzer).
Tune stations: Use BAND to select AM/FM, TUNING to find stations.
Save presets: Tune to desired station, press and hold PRESET button (1-5) for 2 seconds.

CAUTION! Keep away from water and extreme temperatures.

Specifications

Frequency Range: FM 87.5-108 MHz, AM 530-1710 kHz.
Tuning System: Digital PLL synthesizer.
Speaker: 2.5 inch dynamic speaker.
Audio Output: 300 mW RMS.
Power Supply: 4 AA batteries or DC 6V/300mA adapter.
Battery Life: Approx. 50 hours at normal volume.
Display: LCD with backlight.
Dimensions: 180 x 110 x 45 mm.
Weight: 450g (without batteries).

Controls and Settings

Front panel controls: POWER, BAND, TUNING, PRESET 1-5, VOLUME, MENU.

Menu functions: CLOCK (set time), ALARM (set alarm time and type), SLEEP (set sleep timer 15-90 min), TONE (bass/treble adjustment), BACKLIGHT (display illumination duration).

Operation modes: Radio (AM/FM), Alarm (radio or buzzer), Sleep timer (auto power off). Display shows: Current frequency/time, battery indicator, alarm status, band indicator.

Connecting Devices

Headphones: Standard 3.5mm jack. External antenna: Optional AM loop antenna connection. AC power: Use included adapter only.

Turn off radio before connecting devices.
Insert headphone plug fully into jack.
For external antenna, connect to AM EXT terminal if available.
Select power source (battery switches automatically when AC connected).

Tip: Use headphones for private listening; disables internal speaker automatically.

Using Radio Functions

Supports AM/FM reception with preset memory.

Power on: Press POWER button.
Select band: Press BAND to toggle AM/FM.
Tune manually: Use TUNING up/down buttons.
Use presets: Press PRESET 1-5 for saved stations.
Adjust volume: Turn VOLUME knob clockwise to increase.
Sleep timer: Press SLEEP repeatedly to set 15-90 min auto shutoff.
Tone control: Press TONE to cycle through bass boost/treble/normal.
Scan tuning: Press and hold TUNING for 2 seconds to auto-scan stations.

WARNING! Do not expose to strong magnetic fields which may affect tuning.

Clock and Alarm Features

Digital clock with 12/24 hour format. Dual alarm capability with radio or buzzer source.

Set clock: Hold CLOCK button, adjust with TUNING, press CLOCK to confirm.
Set alarm 1: Press ALARM once, set time and source (RADIO/BUZZER/OFF).
Set alarm 2: Press ALARM twice for second alarm setting.
Snooze: Press any button during alarm for 9 minute snooze.
Alarm volume: Adjust with VOLUME when alarm is active.

Display backlight: Press any button to illuminate for 5 seconds (adjustable in menu).

Care & Cleaning

Remove batteries before extended storage. Clean with soft, dry cloth only.

CAUTION! Do not use chemicals or abrasive cleaners. Keep battery compartment dry.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Copyright © Sony Corporation. For support, visit www.sony.com/electronics/support or contact 1-800-222-7669.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Batteries/AC adapter	Check battery polarity; try AC adapter; ensure POWER pressed firmly.
Poor reception	Antenna/location	Extend antenna fully; reposition radio; avoid concrete walls.
No sound	Volume/headphones	Check volume setting; remove headphones if connected.
Display dim or blank	Battery/backlight	Replace batteries; check backlight setting in menu.
Alarm not working	Settings/power	Verify alarm is set to ON; check alarm source selection; ensure power connected.
Presets lost	Battery removal	Presets maintained for approx. 5 minutes during battery change; reprogram if needed.

Reset: Remove batteries and AC adapter for 1 minute to reset microprocessor.

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