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Sony Dream Machine ICF-C1iPMK2 Operating Instructions

Sony Dream Machine ICF-C1iPMK2 Operating Instructions

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3-873-060-45(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.
©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.
2
Set up the AM loop aerial.
3
Connect the cords to the AM aerial
English
terminals.
The cords (A and B) can be connected to either
terminal.
WARNING
Insert the cord while
pushing down the
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
terminal clamp.
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the
apparatus.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
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
4
Make sure the AM loop aerial is connected
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC
firmly by pulling softly.
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit,
disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
Adjusting the AM loop aerial
immediately.
Find a place and an orientation that provide good
Notice for customers: the following information
reception.
is only applicable to equipment sold in countries
 Do not place the AM loop aerial near the unit or
applying EU directives.
other AV equipment, as noise may result.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,
 If you use an external polarized AM aerial, be sure
1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The
to connect the ground cord to the  terminal. The
Authorized Representative for EMC and product
supplied AM aerial cord has no polarity.
safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
Tip
guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given
Adjust the direction of the AM loop aerial for best AM
in separate service or guarantee documents.
broadcast sound.
WARNING
About the backup
 Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
battery
type.
 Replace the battery for the clock backup with a Sony
To keep good time, as a backup power source, this unit
CR2032 lithium battery, and the battery for the
has one CR2032 battery inside of the unit in addition
remote commander with a Sony CR2025 lithium
to the house current.
battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of
The battery keeps the clock and the alarm operating in
fire or explosion.
the event of a power interruption.
 Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge,
Note that the backlight will not light up during a
disassemble or dispose of in fire.
power interruption.
 Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
Note for customers in Europe
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory is
 Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from
powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032 battery. If
children.
the "0:00" appears in the display when the unit is
connected to AC outlet for the first time, the battery
may be weak. In this case, consult a Sony dealer. The
Precautions
preinstalled CR2032 battery is considered part of the
product, and is covered by the warranty.
You are required to show "Note for customers in
 Operate the unit on the power source specified in
Europe" (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer in order
"Specifications".
to validate the warranty for this product.
 To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it
out by the plug, not the cord.
Knowing when to replace the
 The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
battery
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
If the battery runs out during the interruption, the
current time and alarm functions will be initialized.
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal
heat build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (a
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
rug, blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) that
battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of
might block the ventilation holes.
fire or explosion.
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualified
Replacing the backup battery
personnel before operating it any further.
1
 To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
a mild detergent solution.
outlet, remove the screw that secures the
 Do not connect the aerial lead to the external aerial.
battery compartment at the bottom of the
unit using a screwdriver, and remove the
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
battery compartment. (See Fig. -)
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good
contact.
2
Insert a new battery in the battery
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
compartment with the  side facing up.
installing the battery.
To remove the battery from the battery
 Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
compartment, push it out from the side marked
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
PUSH. (See Fig. -)
3
Insert the battery compartment back into
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
the unit and secure it with the screw.
(Applicable in the European
(See Fig. -)
Union and other European
countries with separate
Note
When you replace the battery, keep the AC plug
collection systems)
connected to a wall outlet. Otherwise, current time
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
and alarms will be initialized if the replacement is not
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
completed within around one minute.
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
If the time in the display is
applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this
incorrect after the battery is
product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
changed (RESET)
potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise be caused
Push the Reset switch with the pointed device. The
by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The
Reset switch is in the small hole located in the battery
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
compartment.
resources. For more detailed information about
Notes
recycling of this product, please contact your local
 You cannot reset unless the lithium battery is
Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or
installed.
the shop where you purchased the product.
 Set the clock again after the unit is reset.
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European
Battery Warning
When the unit will be left unplugged for a long time,
Union and other European
remove the battery to avoid undue battery discharge
countries with separate
and damage to the unit from battery leakage.
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
Preparing the remote
indicates that the battery provided with this product
shall not be treated as household waste.
commander
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the
Before using the card remote commander for the first
battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or
time, remove the insulation film. (See Fig. -)
0.004% lead.
When to replace the battery
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potentially negative
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should last for
consequences for the environment and human health
about six months. When the remote commander no
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
longer operates the unit, replace the battery with new
waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the
ones. (See Fig. -)
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
Notes
In case of products that for safety, performance or data
 Do not charge the battery.
integrity reasons require a permanent connection with
 When you are not going to use the remote
an incorporated battery, this battery should be
commander for a long time, remove the battery to
replaced by qualified service staff only.
avoid any damage caused by leakage and corrosion.
To ensure that the battery will be treated properly,
hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and
Setting the clock for the
electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on how
first time
to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand
the battery over to the applicable collection point for
This unit is preset to the current date and time at the
the recycling of waste batteries.
factory, and is powered by the back up battery. All you
need to do the first time is just plug it in and select
For more detailed information about recycling of this
your time zone.
product or battery, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or the
1
Plug in the unit.
shop where you purchased the product.
2
Press TIME ZONE for more than two
If you have any questions or problems
seconds.
concerning your unit, please consult your nearest
Area number "1" appears in the display. If you live
Sony dealer.
in the Central European Time zone, you do not
need to adjust the area setting.
Features
Area number
 Dual alarm FM/AM Clock radio with iPod dock.
 Various type of alarms- iPod, radio and buzzer.
 Automatic time set — When you plug the clock in
for the first time, the current time will be shown in
the display.
 Automatic Daylight Saving Time/Summer time
adjustment.
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly until the
 CLOCK button to display month, day and year.
desired number appears.
 Brightness control (High/Middle/Low).
4
 No Power No Problem
alarm system to keep the
Press TIME ZONE to complete the setting.
clock and the alarm operating during a power
interruption with a CR2032 battery installed.
Note
CR2025
During the shipment and your first use, a clock error
may occur. In this case, refer to "Setting the clock and
Connecting the aerial
date" to set the correct time.
To connect the AM loop aerial
The shape and the length of the aerial is designed to
receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the
aerial.
1
Remove only the loop part from the plastic
stand.
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
disappears at the end of it.
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment is based on
GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).
 Summer time begins at: 1:00 on the final Sunday of
March.
 Standard time begins at: 2:00 on the final Sunday of
October.
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
simultaneously 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.
Note
The change timing of Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment employed by the unit is subjected to
variation by circumstances and the law in each
country/region. In such a case, cancel the Automatic
DST/Summer Time adjustment. The customer who
lives in the country/region that has not introduced the
daylight saving time (summer time) must cancel
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment before
using the set.
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.
Operating 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
5th generation
iPod touch
(video camera)
2nd generation
iPod nano
3rd generation
(video)
iPod touch
1st generation
iPod nano
2nd generation
iPhone
(aluminum)
iPod nano
1st generation
iPod
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.
Time zone
0
Western European Time/Western
European Summer Time
1
Central European Time/Central
(default)
European Summer Time
2
Eastern European Time/Eastern
European Summer Time
Adjust the rear support forward or backward
checking the back of the iPod fits snugly against
the rear support to protect the connector.
Example: To preset AM 1 260 kHz onto preset 2
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
2
Press /.
The dual alarm function allows you to set two alarm
The iPod begins to play automatically.
programs (ALARM A and ALARM B).
You can operate the connected iPod by the unit or
The alarm time can be set for each program and the
iPod buttons.
alarm sound is selectable from RADIO, BUZZER or
iPod.
To
Press
Turn off the iPod
OFF, or press and hold /
Notes
 Before setting the alarm, make sure to set the clock
Pause playback
/
(see "Setting the clock and date").
To resume play, press it again.
 The factory setting alarm time is "0:00".
Go to the next track 
 To set the radio alarm, first tune in to a station
Go back to the
(see "Operating the radio").
previous track
To set the alarm time
Locate a point while
 (forward) or 
listening to the
(backward) while playing and
sound
hold it until you find the point.
To set ALARM A
Locate a point while
 (forward) or 
1
Press ALARM SET A for a few seconds.
observing the
(backward) in pause and hold it
2
Press TIME SET +/– to set the desired hour,
display
until you find the point.
and press ALARM SET A.
Go back to the
MENU*
3
previous menu
Press TIME SET +/– to set the desired
Select a menu item
/*
minute, and press ALARM SET A.
or a track for
4
Press TIME SET +/– to set the desired alarm
playback
mode (RADIO, BUZZER or iPod) and press
Execute the selected
ENTER*
ALARM SET A.
menu or the
5
playback
If you select the RADIO or iPod, press
TIME SET +/– to set the wake up volume
* These operations are available only when using the
and press ALARM SET A.
supplied remote commander.
To set ALARM B, follow the same steps above using
Notes
ALARM B instead of ALARM A.
 When placing or removing the iPod, keep it straight
and parallel with the rear support.
To change the display between ALARM TIME A and
 Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the
ALARM TIME B, press ALARM DISPLAY.
connector. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
When using iPod touch/iPhone
 When placing or removing the iPod, brace the unit
To use music stored in an iPod touch/iPhone to wake
with one hand and take care not to press the controls
up, put the iPod touch/iPhone into the unit first,
of the iPod by mistake.
follow the steps above to set alarm time, and then
 Do not pull on the rear support strongly as it cannot
select the desired music.
be detached from the unit and may cause a
malfunction.
Notes
 When you use the radio alarm, the timed alarm
 To use an iPod, refer to the user's guide of your iPod.
sounds with the last broadcasting station tuned to
 Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback.
before the power went off. When you set the radio
alarm, select the desired broadcasting station before
Tip
turning the power off.
Apple's iPod Universal Dock Adapter can be used with
this unit.
 The ALARM A (or B) indicator flashes in the display
when the alarm sounds.
To use the unit as a battery
 If a second alarm sounds during a first (or the
charger
SNOOZE function is active), the second alarm takes
priority.
You can use the unit as a battery charger.
 The alarm function works as usual at the beginning
The charging begins when the iPod is placed on the
and end day of the daylight saving time (summer
connector.
time). While the Automatic DST/Summer Time
The charging status appears in the iPod display. For
adjustment is set, as a result, if the alarm is set at a
details, see the user's guide of your iPod.
time skipped when the daylight saving time
On copyrights
(summer time) begins, the alarm is skipped, or if the
alarm is set at a time overlapped when the daylight
 iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the
saving time (summer time) ends, the alarm sounds
U.S. and other countries.
twice.
 iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
 If the same alarm time is set for both alarm
 "Made for iPod" and "Works with iPhone" means
(ALARM A and B), the ALARM A takes priority.
that an electronic accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod and iPhone, respectively,
To activate the alarm
and has been certified by the developer to meet
After setting the alarm time, follow these steps:
Apple performance standards.
 Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
To activate the ALARM A, press ALARM SET A
iPod nano
device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
to display ALARM A.
4th generation
standards.
To activate the ALARM B, press ALARM SET B
(video)
 All other trademarks and registered trademarks are
to display ALARM B.
®
of their respective holders. In this manual,
and
marks are not specified.
Notes
 The alarm sounds at the set time even if the unit is
on.
Operating the radio
 Make sure the iPod is installed correctly after setting
the iPod alarm.
—Manual tuning
Notes on using iPod touch/iPhone
1
 If you set the iPod alarm while iPod touch/iPhone
iPod classic
Press RADIO ON to turn on the radio.
music is playing, and then turn the unit power off,
The display shows the band and frequency.
when the alarm time comes on, the alarm music will
resume from the point where the power was turned
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.
2
Press RADIO ON repeatedly to select the
desired band.
To doze for a few more minutes
Each press changes the band as follows:
iPod
Press SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS.
5th generation
The sound turns off but will automatically come on
(video)
again after about 5 minutes.
The maximum length of the snooze time is 40 minutes.
FM1 and FM2 are the same frequency bands.
3
To stop the alarm
Use TUNING + or – to tune into the desired
station.
Press OFF to turn off the alarm.
The FM frequency advances or reverses in
The alarm will come on sound again at the same time
0.05 MHz channel steps and the AM frequency in
the next day.
If OFF is not pressed, the buzzer alarm sounds
9 kHz channel steps.
4
continuously for about 3 minutes, and then it stops
Adjust volume using VOLUME.
iPod
automatically.
4th generation
To turn off the radio, press OFF.
The RADIO and iPod sound continuously until OFF is
pressed.
Improving the
To deactivate the alarm
reception
Press ALARM SET A (or B) to turn off the
ALARM A (or B) indicator from the display.
FM:
Extend the FM wire aerial fully to increase
reception sensitivity.
Note on alarm in the event of a power
AM:
Connect the supplied AM loop aerial to the
interruption
unit. Rotate the aerial horizontally for
 When the alarm sound is set to RADIO or iPod, it
optimum reception.
will change to BUZZER automatically.
 If the backup battery is exhausted, the alarm will not
Keep away digital music player or mobile phone from
work in the event of power interruption. Replace the
the AM loop aerial or the FM wire aerial, as this may
battery periodically.
lead to interference of reception.
Note
When you are listening to the radio with an iPhone
Setting the sleep timer
connected to the unit, interference with radio
reception may occur.
You can fall asleep to the sound using the built-in
sleep timer that turns off the unit automatically after a
Tip
preset duration.
If the FM broadcast is noisy, press FM MODE on the
1
remote commander to turn off "STEREO" in the
Press SLEEP while the unit is turned on.
display. The radio becomes clearer although the sound
SLEEP appears in the display.
becomes monaural.
2
Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer duration.
Each time you press SLEEP, the duration changes
Presetting your
as follows:
favourite station
The display returns to clock mode five seconds
—Preset tuning
after you have finished setting the duration setting
and released SLEEP, and then the sleep timer
You can preset up to 10 stations in FM (5 stations in
starts.
FM1, 5 stations in FM2), and 5 stations in AM.
The unit will play for the duration you set, and
Presetting a station
then shut off.
To turn off the unit before the
1
Follow steps 1 to 4 in "Operating the Radio"
preset time
and manually tune into the station you wish
to preset.
Press OFF.
2
Press and hold the desired PRESET
TUNING button for more than two seconds
for registration.
After the preset has finished, the preset number
appears on the display.
To use both sleep timer and alarm
button.
You can fall asleep to the radio and also be awakened
by the radio or buzzer alarm at the preset time.
1
Set the alarm. (See "Setting the alarm".)
2
Set the sleep timer. (See "Setting the sleep
timer".)
a few seconds after
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).
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 "0:00" 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 CLOCK and TIME ZONE/ALARM DISPLAY
simultaneously for more than 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.
Specifications
Time display
24-hour System
Frequency range
Band
Frequency
Channel step
FM
87.5 – 108 MHz
0.05 MHz
AM
531 – 1 611 kHz
9 kHz
Speaker
Approx. 5.1 cm (2 inches) dia., 12 Ω
Power output
3 W + 3 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
230 V AC, 50 Hz
For clock backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery
Dimensions
Approx. 300 × 130 × 139 mm (w/h/d)
(11
/
× 5
/
× 5
/
inches) incl. projecting parts
13
1
1
16
8
2
and controls
Mass
Approx. 1.9 kg (4 lb 3.02 oz) incl. CR2032 battery
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
Audio connecting cable (1)
AM loop aerial (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

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Summary of Contents for Sony Dream Machine ICF-C1iPMK2

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