Sony ICF-C1PJ Operating Instructions

FM/AM Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
©2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICF-C1PJ
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as a back-up power source for the clock,
which is preset to EST (Eastern Standard Time) at the factory. This battery is considered part of the
product.
Before operating the unit, please read this by one or more of the following measures:
guide thoroughly and retain it for future — Reorient or relocate the receiving
4-528-478-11(2)
reference.
— Increase the separation between the
For customers who purchased this
product in the USA — Connect the equipment into an outlet on
Please register this product on line at
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Proper registration will enable us to send — Consult the dealer or an experienced
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. Do not ingest battery, chemical burn
hazard.
This product contains a coin/button cell
Owner's Record
battery. If the coin/button cell battery is
The model and serial numbers are located on swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in
just 2 hours and can lead to death.
the bottom of the unit. Record these numbers
Keep new and used batteries away from
in the space provided below. Refer to them
children. If the battery compartment does not
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
close securely, stop using the product and keep
regarding this product.
it away from children.
Model No.
If you think batteries might have been
Serial No.
swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.
WARNING
Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
1) Read these instructions.
not expose this apparatus to rain or
2) Keep these instructions.
moisture.
3) Heed all warnings.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
4) Follow all instructions.
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
lighted candles on the apparatus.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to dripping or
splashing, and do not place objects filled with
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with
battery-installed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main
plug from the AC outlet immediately.
The unit is not disconnected from the AC
10) Protect the power cord from being walked
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has
been turned off.
The nameplate and important information
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified
concerning safety are located on the bottom
exterior.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the
product's 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
For the state of California, USA
accompanying the appliance.
only
The following FCC statement
Perchlorate Material –special handling may
applies only to the version of
apply, See
this model manufactured for
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
sale in the USA. Other versions Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate
may not comply with FCC
technical regulations.
License and Trademark
Notice
NOTE
No Power No Problem™ is a trademark of Sony
This equipment has been tested and found to
Corporation.
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Precautions
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
 Operate the unit on the power sources
interference in a residential installation. This
specified in "Specifications."
equipment generates, uses and can radiate
 To disconnect the power cord (mains lead),
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
pull it out by the plug, not the cord.
used in accordance with the instructions, may
 Do not leave the unit in a location near a
cause harmful interference to radio
heat source, such as a radiator or airduct, or
communications. However, there is no
in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
dust, mechanical vibration, or shock.
particular installation. If this equipment does
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
cause harmful interference to radio or
internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit
television reception, which can be determined
on a surface (a rug, blanket, etc.) or near
by turning the equipment off and on, the user
materials (a curtain) that might block the
is encouraged to try to correct the interference
ventilation holes.
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
antenna.
good contact.
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
equipment and receiver.
installing the battery.
 Do not hold the battery with metallic
a circuit different from that to which the
tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may
receiver is connected.
occur.
radio/TV technician for help.  Do not expose the battery to excessive heat
such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.
WARNING If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
General information
About the battery as a
backup power source
This unit contains a CR2032 battery as a backup
power source to keep the clock and the alarm
operating during a power interruption. (No
Power No Problem system)
When to replace the
Install in accordance with the
battery
manufacturer's instructions.
When the battery is discharged, "" appears
on the display.
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
If a power interruption occurs while the battery
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat. is discharged, the current time and alarm will
be erased.
polarized or grounding-type plug. A
Note
polarized plug has two blades with one
 If "AM 12:00" flashes on the display when the
wider than the other. A grounding type
unit is connected to an AC outlet for the first
plug has two blades and a third grounding
time, the battery may be discharged. In this
prong. The wide blade or the third prong
case, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
Replacing the backup
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
battery
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the
convenience receptacles, and the point
wall outlet, then open the battery
where they exit from the apparatus.
compartment on the bottom of the
unit.
by the manufacturer.

Fully loosen
bracket, or table specified by the
the screw.
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.

Push the tab
and pull up
storms or when unused for long periods of
the lid.
time.
2
Remove the old battery by sliding it
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, out and picking it up.
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
3
Insert a new battery into the battery
compartment with the  side facing
up.
CR2032
4
Replace the battery compartment lid
and tighten the screw.
5
Press AM/FM/NATURE SOUND to
remove "  " from the display.
Notes Getting Started
 When you replace the battery, do not
disconnect the AC plug from the wall outlet.
Otherwise, the current date and time, alarm,
Connecting the AM
and station presets will be erased.
 If the clock is erased while you are replacing
loop antenna
the battery, set the clock again. (See "Setting
the clock manually")
 If the unit will be left unplugged for a long
The shape and the length of the antenna is
time, remove the battery to avoid any designed to receive AM signals. Do not
damage that may be caused by leakage or dismantle or roll up the antenna.
corrosion.
1
Raise the plastic stand and fit the
antenna into the slot of the stand.
Troubleshooting
Should any problems persist after you have
made the following checks, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
The clock flashes "0:00" or "AM 12:00"
Plastic stand
after a power interruption.
 The battery is discharged. Remove the old
battery and insert a new one.
Unsatisfactory reception
2
Insert the AM antenna connector into
 Extend the FM wire antenna fully to increase
reception sensitivity. the AM ANTENNA jack on the unit.
 Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to
the unit. Rotate the antenna horizontally for
optimum reception.
 Do not place the AM loop antenna near the
unit or other AV equipment, as noise may
result.
 Keep digital music players or mobile phones
away from the AM loop antenna or the FM
antenna, as this may lead to reception
interference. To remove the AM loop
The alarm does not sound at the preset antenna
alarm time.
Push and hold down the tab of the antenna
 Check that "A" or "B" appears on the display.
terminal clamp, and remove the AM loop
antenna.
The radio or Nature Sound alarm is
activated but no sound is emitted at
the preset alarm time.
 Check the alarm volume setting.
When daylight saving time (summer
time) begins, the clock does not switch
to daylight saving time (summer time)
automatically.
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
 When "Aut  On" appears on the display
Connecting to an AC
after pressing and holding DST for more than
2 seconds, the Automatic DST/summer time
power source
function becomes active.
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Specifications
Time display
Switch between the 12-hour system (default)
and the 24-hour system. To wall outlet
Frequency range "month and day" (about 2 seconds)  "year"
(about 2 seconds)  "current EST (Eastern
Standard Time)" appears on the display in turn.
Band Frequency Channel step
(This unit is preset to the current EST at the
FM 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
factory, and is powered by the back-up
AM 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz 10 kHz
battery.)
Speaker
Setting the clock for
Approx. 4.0 cm (1 5/8 inches) dia., 8 Ω
the first time
Power output: 700 mW (at 10% harmonic
distortion)
All you need to do to set the clock for the first
Power requirements
time is select your time zone.
If you live in the Eastern Standard Time zone,
120 V AC, 60 Hz
you do not need to adjust the area setting.
For clock back up: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery
1
Press and hold TIME ZONE for more
USB power output
than 2 seconds.
USB port (DC OUT 5 V 1.5 A) Area number "–5:00" appears on the
display.
Nature Sounds
2
Press VOL/SET + or – repeatedly to
Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook, Under the Sea select a number as follows:
Dimensions
Area number Time zone
"–3:30" Newfoundland Standard
Approx. 114.5 mm  104 mm  100.5 mm
Time
(w/h/d) (4 5/8 inches  4 1/8 inches 
"–4:00" Atlantic Standard Time
4 inches) including projecting parts and
controls "–5:00" Eastern Standard Time
(default)
Mass
"–6:00" Central Standard Time
Approx. 595 g (1 lb 5 oz) including CR2032 "–7:00" Mountain Standard Time
battery
"–8:00" Pacific Standard Time
"–9:00" Alaska Standard Time
Supplied accessories
"–10:00" Hawaii Standard Time
AM loop antenna (1)
3
Press SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS/ENTER
Design and specifications are subject to
to set.
change without notice.
Note
 During shipment and your first use, a clock
error may occur. In this case, refer to "Setting
the clock manually" to set the correct time.
About Automatic DST/
summer time adjustment
This unit automatically adjusts for daylight
saving time (summer time). "DST" automatically
appears on the display at the beginning of
daylight saving time (summer time), and
disappears at the end of daylight saving time
(summer time).
 Daylight saving time (summer time) begins
at 2:00 AM on the second Sunday of March.
 Standard time begins at 2:00 AM on the first
Sunday of November.
Notes
 The implementation of DST/summer time
and its beginning/ending date and time are
subject to circumstances and laws in each
country/region. Should this interfere with the
desired adjustment, cancel the Automatic
Press the DST/summer time adjustment and set the
clock manually as necessary. Customers
antenna into
the stand living in a country/region that does not use
until it clicks. daylight saving time (summer time) should
cancel the Automatic DST/summer time
adjustment before using the unit.
 When Hawaii Standard Time is set, the
default Automatic DST/summer time
adjustment setting is off.
To cancel Automatic DST/
summer time adjustment
The Automatic DST/summer time
adjustment can be canceled.
Press and hold DST for more than 2
seconds.
"Aut  OFF" appears on the display.
To reactivate Automatic DST/
summer time adjustment
Press and hold DST for more than 2
seconds.
"Aut  On" appears on the display.