Sony ICF-C1iPMK Operating Instructions

3-873-060-24(1)
FM/AM Clock Radio
ICF-C1iPMK2
Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Dream Machine est une marque de fabrique de Sony Corporation.
No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
No Power No Problem est une marque de fabrique de Sony Corporation.
©2008 Sony Corporation Printed in China
FM wire antenna
AC power cord
There is a tactile dot on the VOLUME +, / and PRESET TUNING 3 button.



CR2032





There is a tactile dot on the VOL +,
/,  and PRESET + button.
Connecting the antenna
To connect the AM loop antenna
The shape and the length of the antenna is designed to
receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the
antenna.
1
Remove only the loop part from the plastic
English
stand.
2
Set up the AM loop antenna.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open
the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
3
personnel only. Connect the cords to the AM antenna
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
terminals.
of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths,
The cords (A and B) can be connected to either
curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the
terminal.
apparatus.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or Insert the cord while
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such
pushing down the
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
terminal clamp.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from
Only insert up
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC
to here.
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit,
disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
immediately.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this manual
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
4
Make sure the AM loop antenna is
connected firmly by pulling softly.
Adjusting the AM loop antenna
Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception.
 Do not place the AM loop antenna near the unit or
other AV equipment, as noise may result.
 If you use an external polarized AM antenna, be sure
to connect the ground cord to the  terminal. The
supplied AM antenna cord has no polarity.
Tip
Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for best
AM broadcast sound.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
About the backup
voltage" within the product's enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to
battery
constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
To keep good time, as a backup power source, this unit
has one CR2032 battery inside of the unit in addition
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
to the house current.
the presence of important operating and
The battery keeps the clock and the alarm operating in
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
the event of a power interruption.
literature accompanying the appliance.
Note that the backlight will not light up during a
Class II equipment symbol This symbol
power interruption.
indicates that the unit has a double
insulation system.
Note for customers in Canada
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory is
INFORMATION
powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032 battery. If
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
the "AM 12:00" appears on the display when the unit is
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
connected to AC outlet for the first time, the battery
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
may be weak. In this case, consult a Sony dealer. The
provide reasonable protection against harmful
preinstalled CR2032 battery is considered part of the
interference in a residential installation. This
product, and is covered by the warranty.
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
You are required to show "Note for customers in
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
Canada" (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer in order
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
to validate the warranty for this product.
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
Knowing when to replace the
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, battery
which can be determined by turning the equipment
If a power interruption occurs when the battery is
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
weak, the brightness of characters in the display
interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. darkens. If the battery runs out during the
interruption, the current time and alarm functions will
— Increase the separation between the equipment
be initialized.
and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
circuit different from that to which the receiver
battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of
is connected.
fire or explosion.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Replacing the backup battery
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
WARNING
outlet, remove the screw that secures the
 Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
battery compartment at the bottom of the
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
unit using a screwdriver, and remove the
type.
battery compartment. (See Fig. -)
 Replace the battery for the clock backup with a
2
Sony CR2032 lithium battery, and the battery for the Insert a new battery in the battery
remote commander with a Sony CR2025 lithium
compartment with the  side facing up.
battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of
To remove the battery from the battery
fire or explosion.
compartment, push it out from the side marked
 Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge,
PUSH. (See Fig. -)
disassemble or dispose of in fire.
3
Insert the battery compartment back into
 Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as
the unit and secure it with the screw.
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
(See Fig. -)
 Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from
children.
Note
When you replace the battery, keep the AC plug
Important Safety Instructions
connected to a wall outlet. Otherwise, current time
1) Read these instructions.
and alarms will be initialized if the replacement is not
2) Keep these instructions.
completed within around one minute.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions. If the time in the display is
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
incorrect after the battery is
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
changed (RESET)
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Push the Reset switch with the pointed device. The
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
Reset switch is in the small hole located in the battery
instructions.
compartment.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
Notes
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
 You cannot reset unless the lithium battery is
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
installed.
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
 Set the clock again after the unit is reset.
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
Battery Warning
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
When the unit will be left unplugged for a long time,
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for remove the battery to avoid undue battery discharge
and damage to the unit from battery leakage.
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
Preparing the remote
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
commander
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Before using the card remote commander for the first
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or time, remove the insulation film. (See Fig. -)
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
When to replace the battery
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should last for
avoid injury from tip-over.
about six months. When the remote commander no
longer operates the unit, replace the battery with new
ones. (See Fig. -)
Notes
 Do not charge the battery.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
 When you are not going to use the remote
when unused for long periods of time.
commander for a long time, remove the battery to
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
avoid any damage caused by leakage and corrosion.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
Setting the clock for the
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
first time
normally, or has been dropped.
This unit is preset to the current date and time at the
Features factory, and is powered by the back up battery. All you
need to do the first time is just plug it in and select
your time zone.
 Dual alarm FM/AM Clock radio with iPod dock.
1
 Various type of alarms- iPod, radio and buzzer.
Plug in the unit.
 Automatic time set — When you plug the clock in 2
Press TIME ZONE for more than two
for the first time, the current time will be shown in
seconds.
CR2025
the display.
Area number "2" appears in the display.
 Automatic Daylight Saving Time/Summer time
If you live in the Eastern Time zone, you do not
adjustment.
need to adjust the area setting.
 CLOCK button to display month, day and year.
 Brightness control (High/Middle/Low).
™
 No Power No Problem alarm system to keep the
clock and the alarm operating during a power
interruption with a CR2032 battery installed.
Area number Time zone
1 Atlantic Standard/Daylight Time
2 Eastern Standard/Daylight Time
(default)
3 Central Standard/Daylight Time
4 Mountain Standard/Daylight
Time
5 Pacific Standard/Daylight Time
6 Yukon Standard/Daylight Time
7 Hawaiian Standard/Daylight Time
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly until the
desired number appears.
4
Press TIME ZONE to complete the setting.
Note
During the shipment and your first use, a clock error
may occur. In this case, refer to "Setting the clock and
date" to set the correct time.
When daylight saving time
(summer time) begins
This model employs the Automatic Daylight Saving
Time/Summer Time adjustment. The DST indicator in
the display appears in the display at the beginning of
the daylight saving time (summer time), and
B disappears at the end of it.
A
 Daylight saving 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.
To deactivate the Automatic
DST/Summer Time adjustment
during the daylight saving time
(summer time) period.
The Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment can be
cancelled.
Press CLOCK and TIME ZONE/ALARM DISPLAY for
more than two seconds. The Automatic DST/Summer
Time adjustment will be cancelled. To active the
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment again,
repeat the same operation.
Setting the clock and
date
To change the setting manually, follow the procedure
from step 1.
1
Press CLOCK for more than 2 seconds.
The year will start to flash in the display.
2
Press TIME SET + or – until the correct year
appears in the display.
3
Press CLOCK.
4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the month, day
and time.
After setting the minute the clock starts from
0 seconds. But if you do not set "Minute", the clock
does not start from 0 second flat.
 Pressing and holding + or – changes the year,
month, day or time rapidly.
 While setting the clock, you must perform each step
within about 65 seconds, or the clock setting mode
will be cancelled.
To display the year and date
Press CLOCK once for the date, and within about
5 seconds press it again for the year.
The display shows the date or year for about
5 seconds and then changes back to the current time.
Setting the brightness
of the display
Three levels of brightness are available by pressing
SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS.
High (default) Middle Low
Playing the iPod
You can enjoy iPod audio by connecting this unit. To
use an iPod, refer to the user's guide of your iPod.
Compatible iPod models
The compatible iPod models are as follows. Update
your iPod to use the latest software before you use it.
iPod nano iPod nano
5th generation
4th generation
(video camera) iPod touch (video)
2nd generation
iPod nano
3rd generation
(video)
iPod classic
iPod touch
1st generation
iPod nano
2nd generation
iPod
iPhone (aluminium)
5th generation
(video)
iPod nano
1st generation
iPod iPod
4th generation 4th generation
(color display)
iPod mini
Notes
 The connector of the unit is for sole use for iPod.
When you use the devices do not match with the
connector, connect it to the AUDIO IN terminal of
this unit with the supplied audio connecting cable.
 Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that
data recorded to iPod is lost or damaged when using
an iPod connected to this unit.
1
Put the iPod into the unit's connector.
Adjust the rear support forward or backward Example: To preset AM 1 260 kHz onto preset
checking the back of the iPod fits snugly against 2 button.
the rear support to protect the connector.
a few seconds after
To preset another station, repeat these steps.
To change the preset station, tune into the desired
station and hold down the PRESET TUNING 1 to
5 button. The new station will replace the previous
station on the preset button.
Tuning into a preset station
1
Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio.
2
Press one of the PRESET TUNING buttons
where the desired station is stored.
3
Adjust volume using VOLUME.
Setting the alarm
The dual alarm function allows you to set two alarm
programs (ALARM A and ALARM B).
The alarm time can be set for each program and the
alarm sound is selectable from RADIO, BUZZER or
2
Press /. iPod.
The iPod begins to play automatically.
Notes
You can operate the connected iPod by the unit or
 Before setting the alarm, make sure to set the clock
iPod buttons.
(see "Setting the clock and date").
 The factory setting alarm time is "AM 12:00".
To Press
 To set the radio alarm, first tune in to a station
Turn off the iPod
OFF, or press and hold  (see "Playing the radio").
Pause playback
/
To set the alarm time
To resume play, press it again.
To set ALARM A
Go to the next

track 1
Press ALARM SET A for a few seconds.
2
Press TIME SET +/– to set the desired hour,
Go back to the

previous track and press ALARM SET A.
3
Press TIME SET +/– to set the desired
Locate a point
 (forward) or 
minute, and press ALARM SET A.
while listening to
(backward) while playing and
4
the sound
Press TIME SET +/– to set the desired alarm
hold it until you find the point.
mode (RADIO, BUZZER or iPod) and press
Locate a point
 (forward) or 
ALARM SET A.
while observing
(backward) in pause and hold it
5
If you select the RADIO or iPod, press
the display
until you find the point.
TIME SET +/– to set the wake up volume
Go back to the MENU*
and press ALARM SET A.
previous menu
To set ALARM B, follow the same steps above using
Select a menu
/*
ALARM B instead of ALARM A.
item or a track
for playback To change the display between ALARM TIME A and
ALARM TIME B, press TIME ZONE/ALARM DISPLAY.
Execute the ENTER*
When using iPod touch/iPhone
selected menu or
To use music stored in an iPod touch/iPhone to wake
the playback
up, put the iPod touch/iPhone into the unit first,
* These operations are available only when using the
follow the steps above to set alarm time, and then
supplied remote commander.
select the desired music.
Notes
Notes
 When placing or removing the iPod, keep it straight
 When you use the radio alarm, the timed alarm
and parallel with the rear support. sounds with the last broadcasting station tuned to
 Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the before the power went off. When you set the radio
connector. Doing so may cause a malfunction. alarm, select the desired broadcasting station before
turning the power off.
 When placing or removing the iPod, brace the unit
with one hand and take care not to press the controls  The ALARM A (or B) indicator flashes in the display
of the iPod by mistake. when the alarm sounds.
 Do not pull on the rear support strongly as it cannot  If a second alarm sounds during a first (or the
be detached from the unit and may cause a SNOOZE function is active), the second alarm takes
malfunction. priority.
 To use an iPod, refer to the user's guide of your iPod.  The alarm function works as usual at the beginning
and end day of the daylight saving time (summer
 Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback.
time). While the Automatic DST/Summer Time
Tip
adjustment is set, as a result, if the alarm is set at a
Apple's iPod Universal Dock Adapter can be used with time skipped when the daylight saving time
this unit.
(summer time) begins, the alarm is skipped, or if the
alarm is set at a time overlapped when the daylight
To use the unit as a battery
saving time (summer time) ends, the alarm sounds
charger twice.
 If the same alarm time is set for both alarm
You can use the unit as a battery charger.
(ALARM A and B), the ALARM A takes priority.
The charging begins when the iPod is placed on the
connector.
To activate the alarm
The charging status appears in the iPod display. For
details, see the user's guide of your iPod. After setting the alarm time, follow these steps:
To activate the ALARM A, press ALARM SET A
On copyrights
to display ALARM A.
 iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the
To activate the ALARM B, press ALARM SET B
U.S. and other countries.
to display ALARM B.
 iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Notes
 All other trademarks and registered trademarks are
™ ®
 The alarm sounds at the set time even if the unit is
of their respective holders. In this manual, and
on.
marks are not specified.
 Make sure the iPod is installed correctly after setting
the iPod alarm.
Playing the radio
Notes on using iPod touch/iPhone
 If you set the iPod alarm while iPod touch/iPhone
—Manual Tuning
music is playing, and then turn the unit power off,
when the alarm time comes on, the alarm music will
1
Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio.
resume from the point where the power was turned
The display shows the band and frequency.
off.
 Even if the iPod alarm setting is complete, if you
turn the iPod touch/iPhone power off before the
unit, the iPod alarm will not work.
To doze for a few more minutes
Press SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS.
2
Press RADIO ON repeatedly to select the
The sound turns off but will automatically come on
desired band.
again after about 5 minutes.
Each press changes the band as follows:
The maximum length of the snooze time is
FM1 FM2 AM 40 minutes.
To stop the Alarm
FM1 and FM2 are the same frequency bands.
Press OFF to turn off the alarm.
3
Use TUNING + or – to tune into the desired The alarm will come on sound again at the same time
the next day.
station.
If OFF is not pressed, the buzzer alarm sounds
The FM frequency advances or reverses in
continuously for about 3 minutes, and then it stops
0.1 MHz channel steps and the AM frequency in
automatically.
10 kHz channel steps.
The RADIO and iPod sound continuously until OFF is
4 pressed.
Adjust volume using VOLUME.
To deactivate the Alarm
To turn off the radio, press OFF.
Press ALARM SET A (or B) to turn off the
ALARM A (or B) indicator from the display.
Improving the
Note on alarm in the event of a power
Reception
interruption
 When the alarm sound is set to RADIO or iPod, it
FM: Extend the FM wire antenna fully to
will change to BUZZER automatically.
increase reception sensitivity.
 If the backup battery is exhausted, the alarm will not
AM: Connect the supplied AM loop antenna
work in the event of power interruption. Replace the
to the unit. Rotate the antenna
battery periodically.
horizontally for optimum reception.
Keep away digital music player or mobile phone from
Setting the sleep timer
the AM loop antenna or the FM wire antenna, as this
may lead to interference of reception.
You can fall asleep to the sound using the built-in
Note
sleep timer that turns off the unit automatically after a
When you are listening to the radio with an iPhone
preset duration.
connected to the unit, interference with radio
reception may occur. 1
Press SLEEP while the unit is turned on.
Tip SLEEP appears in the display.
2
If the FM broadcast is noisy, press FM MODE on the Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer duration.
remote commander to turn off "STEREO" in the
Each time you press SLEEP, the duration changes
display. The radio becomes clearer although the sound
as follows:
becomes monaural.
90 60 30
Presetting Your OFF
The display returns to clock mode five seconds
Favourite Station
after you have finished setting the duration setting
and released SLEEP, and then the sleep timer
—Preset Tuning
starts.
The unit will play for the duration you set, and
You can preset up to 10 stations in FM (5 stations in
then shut off.
FM1, 5 stations in FM2), and 5 stations in AM.
To turn off the unit before the
Presetting a Station
preset time
1
Follow steps 1 to 4 in "Playing the Radio"
Press OFF.
and manually tune into the station you wish
to preset.
To use both sleep timer and alarm
2 You can fall asleep to the radio and also be awakened
Press and hold the desired PRESET
by the radio or buzzer alarm at the preset time.
TUNING button for more than two seconds
1
Set the alarm. (See "Setting the alarm".)
for registration.
After the preset has finished, the preset number 2
Set the sleep timer. (See "Setting the sleep
appears on the display.
timer".)
Other useful functions
To get the MEGA Xpand effect
Press MEGA Xpand. "MEGA Xpand" appears in the
display. You can get the effect of expansion of the

sound field. To return to normal sound, press the
button again.
Connecting external
equipment
To listen to sound
1
Connect the AUDIO IN jack of the unit to
the line out jack or headphone jack of the
external equipment using the audio
connecting cable (supplied).
Audio connecting cable
(supplied)
To external
equipment
2
Press AUDIO IN to display "AUDIO IN".
3
Play the equipment connected to the
AUDIO IN jack.
4
Adjust the volume using VOLUME.
To return to the radio
Press RADIO ON.
The frequency is shown in the display.
To return to the iPod
Press /.

To stop listening
Press OFF, and stop playback on the connected
unit.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem occur with the unit, make the
following simple checks to determine whether or not
servicing is required.
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
The clock displays "AM 12:00" due to a power
interruption.
 The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove the
old battery and install a new one.
When daylight saving time begins, the clock does
not employ the daylight saving time
automatically.
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
 Press and hold CLOCK and TIME ZONE/ALARM
DISPLAY simultaneously for at least two seconds to
employ the DST function.
The alarm does not sound at the preset alarm
time.
 Has the desired alarm been activated? (i.e., Does the
ALARM A (or B) indicator light up?)
The radio or iPod alarm is activated but no sound
comes on at the preset alarm time.
 Has VOLUME been adjusted?
There is no sound from the iPod.
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
 Adjust the VOLUME.
The iPod cannot be operated with this unit.
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
The iPod cannot be charged.
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
Precautions
 Operate the unit on the power sources specified in
"Specifications" .
 To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it
out by the plug, not the cord.
 The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
 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.
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal
heat build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (a
rug, blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) that
might block the ventilation holes.
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
 To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with
a mild detergent solution.
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good
contact.
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.
 Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Specifications
Time display
12-hour System
Frequency range
Band Frequency Channel step
FM 87.5 – 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
AM 530 – 1 710 kHz 10 kHz
Speaker
Approx. 5.1 cm (2 inches) dia., 12 Ω
Power output
3 W + 3 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
For clock backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery
Dimensions
Approx. 300 × 130 × 139 mm (w/h/d)
(11 13 / × 5 1 / × 5 1 / inches) incl. projecting parts
16 8 2
and controls
Mass
Approx. 1.8 kg (3 lb 15.4 oz) incl. CR2032 battery
15
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
Audio connecting cable (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.