Sony ICF-C8WM Operating Instructions

4-155-637-22(1)
FM/AM
Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
ICF-C8WM
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
©2009 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
WARNING
Features
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
 Clock Radio with "WALKMAN" / Sony
not expose this apparatus to rain or
Ericsson Phone compatible
moisture.
 Wake or Sleep to "WALKMAN" / Sony Ericsson
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
Phone / Radio
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
 Easy to set A-B alarm
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted
 2-5-7 day alarm
candles on the apparatus.
 LCD Brightness control
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
 Wireless Remote commander
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing,
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, on the apparatus.
Troubleshooting
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. Should any problem persist after you have made
the following checks, consult your nearest Sony
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
dealer.
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
The clock flashes "AM 12:00" due to a power
interruption.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
 The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
the old battery and install a new one.
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug
The radio, "WALKMAN" / Sony Ericsson
from the AC outlet immediately.
Phone or buzzer alarm does not sound at the
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power preset alarm time.
 Check that alarm "A" or alarm "B" is properly
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the
displayed.
wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned
off.
The radio or "WALKMAN" / Sony Ericsson
Phone alarm is activated but no sound comes
CAUTION
on at the preset alarm time.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
 Check the alarm volume setting.
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
There is no sound from the "WALKMAN" /
Notice for customers: the following
Sony Ericsson Phone.
information is only applicable to equipment
 Make sure the "WALKMAN" or Sony Ericsson
sold in countries applying EU directives
Phone is securely connected.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
 Select music library on your "WALKMAN" /
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo,
Sony Ericsson Phone.
108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative
for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland
There is no sound from the Sony Ericsson
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Phone.
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters,
 Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is listed in
please refer to the addresses given in separate
"Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone models"
service or guarantee documents.
or .
b
 Power on the Sony Ericsson Phone.
 Adjust the volume of the Sony Ericsson Phone.
Precautions
 Set Bluetooth function to off on the Sony
Ericsson Phone.
 Operate the unit on the power source specified
in "Specifications. " The "WALKMAN" / Sony Ericsson Phone
 To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), cannot be operated with this unit.
 Make sure the "WALKMAN" or Sony Ericsson
pull it out by the plug, not the cord.
Phone is securely connected.
 Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,
keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding  Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is listed in
or spring-wound watches away from the unit to "Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone models"
prevent possible damage from the magnet.
The "WALKMAN" / Sony Ericsson Phone
 Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat
cannot be charged.
source such as a radiator or airduct, or in a
 Make sure the "WALKMAN" or Sony Ericsson
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
Phone is securely connected.
mechanical vibration, or shock.
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent The indicator turns red when a compatible
internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit on Sony Ericsson Phone (listed in "Compatible
a surface (a rug, a blanket, etc.) or near Sony Ericsson Phone models" a or b ) is set
materials (a curtain) which might block the
in the unit.
ventilation holes.
 Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is on.
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
The indicator turns on (green), but the Sony
unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
Ericsson Phone does not operate.
personnel before operating it any further.
 Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is a
 To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened
compatible model (listed in "Compatible Sony
with a mild detergent solution.
Ericsson Phone models" or
a
 Never touch the wire of the external FM aerial
during a thunderstorm. Furthermore,
When Daylight Saving Time (summer time)
immediately disconnect the AC power cord
begins, the clock does not employ the
from the radio.
Daylight Saving Time automatically.
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
 Press and hold CLOCK and SNOOZE/DATE/
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
SLEEP OFF simultaneously for at least
good contact.
2 seconds to activate the Automatic DST/
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
Summer Time adjustment function.
installing the battery.
 Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
Specifications
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Time display
Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union and other 12-hour system
European countries with separate "WALKMAN" / Sony Ericsson Phone
collection systems)
section
"WALKMAN":
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
DC out: 5V
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
MAX: 500mA
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
Sony Ericsson Phone:
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
DC out: 5V
of electrical and electronic equipment. By
MAX: 600mA
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you
Radio section
will help prevent potential negative consequences
Frequency range
for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
Band Frequency
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
FM 87.5 MHz –
For more detailed information about recycling of
108 MHz
this product, please contact your local Civic
AM 531 kHz –
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
1 602 kHz
Applicable accessory: Remote Commander.
General
Disposal of waste batteries Speaker
(applicable in the European
Approx. 3.8 cm (1 1 / inches) dia. 8 Ω
2
Union and other European
Input
countries with separate
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
collection systems)
Power output
0.8 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
indicates that the battery provided with this Power requirements
product shall not be treated as household waste.
230 V AC, 50 Hz
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in
For clock back up: 3V DC, CR2032 battery (1)
combination with a chemical symbol. The
Dimensions
chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb)
Approx. 167 mm × 124.7 mm × 97.1 mm (w/h/d)
are added if the battery contains more than
(6 / inches × 4 / inches × 3
5 15 7
8 16
0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
including projecting parts and controls
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of
Mass
correctly, you will help prevent potentially
Approx. 974 g (2 lb 2.4 oz) including power
negative consequences for the environment and
supply unit
human health which could otherwise be caused
Supplied accessories
by inappropriate waste handling of the battery.
Remote commander (1)
The recycling of the materials will help to
AM loop aerial (1)
conserve natural resources.
Audio connecting cable (1)
In case of products that for safety, performance or
Attachment for "WALKMAN" (2)
data integrity reasons require a permanent
Design and specifications are subject to change
connection with an incorporated battery, this
without notice.
battery should be replaced by qualified service
staff only.
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 electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on
how to remove the battery from the product
safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of waste
batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product or battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Replacing the battery
Connecting the aerial
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
outlet, remove the screw that secures the
To connect the AM loop
battery holder at the bottom of the unit
aerial
using a screwdriver, and remove the
The shape and the length of the aerial is designed
battery holder (see Fig.).
to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up
2
Replace a new battery in the battery holder
the aerial.
with the  side facing up (see Fig.).
1
Remove only the loop part from the
3
Insert the battery holder back into the
plastic stand.
unit and secure it with the screw
2
Set up the AM loop aerial.
(see Fig.).
4
Press  (play), RADIO BAND, AUDIO IN
or SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF to turn
"
Note
When you replace the battery, do not disconnect
3
the plug from the AC outlet. Otherwise, the
Connect the cords to the AM aerial
calendar, current time, alarm and station presets
terminals.
will be initialized.
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to

either terminal.
Insert the cord while
pushing down the
terminal clamp.
Only insert up
to here.
B
A

4
Make sure the AM loop aerial is
connected firmly by pulling softly.
Adjusting the AM loop aerial
Find a place and an orientation that provide good
a
reception.
 Do not place the AM loop aerial near the unit
or other AV equipment, as noise may result.
Tip

Adjust the direction of the AM loop aerial for best
AM broadcast sound.
Preparing the remote
commander
.
a
Before using the card remote commander for the
first time, remove the insulation film.
If the time in the display is
incorrect after the battery is
changed (Reset)
When to replace the battery
Press the Reset button with a pointed instrument.
The Reset button is in the small hole located near
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should
the battery holder.
last for about six months. When the remote
commander no longer operates the unit, replace
the battery with a new one.
Compatible
"WALKMAN" models
).
b
Use the Oval attachment (supplied with your
"WALKMAN") when you connect it to this unit.

If the Oval attachment is not supplied with your
"WALKMAN, " use one of the attachments
supplied with this unit. "WALKMAN" models
CR2025
compatible with this unit are as follows.
Models using the Oval attachment
(supplied with your "WALKMAN")
NWZ-E440 series: NWZ-E443/E444/E445/
E443K/E444K
NWZ-S540 series: NWZ-S544/S545
Models using the Type A attachment
Notes
(supplied with this unit)
 Do not attempt to charge the battery.
 If you are not going to use the remote NWZ-E430 series: NWZ-E435F/E436F/E438F
NWZ-S630 series: NWZ-S636F/S638F/S639F/
commander for a long time, remove the battery
S636FK
to avoid any damage that may be caused by
NWZ-S730 series: NWZ-S736F/S738F/S739F
leakage and corrosion.
NWZ-A720 series: NWZ-A726/A728/A729
NW-A800 series: NW-A808/A806/A805
About the backup
NWZ-A810 series: NWZ-A815/A816/A818
NWZ-A820 series: NWZ-A826/A828/A829/
battery
A826K/A828K/A829K
To keep accurate time, this unit contains a
CR2032 battery as a backup power source.
Channel step
The battery keeps the clock and the alarm
operating in the event of a power interruption.
0.05 MHz
Models using the Type B attachment
Note for customers in the UK
(supplied with this unit)
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory
NWZ-S510 series: NWZ-S515/S516
9 kHz
is powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032
NWZ-S610 series: NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F
battery. If the "AM 12:00" appears in the display
NWZ-S710 series: NWZ-S715F/S716F/S718F
when the unit is connected to AC outlet for the
NWZ-X1000 series: NWZ-X1050/X1060
first time, the battery may be weak. In this case,
consult a Sony dealer. The preinstalled CR2032
battery is considered part of the product, and is
covered by the warranty.
You are required to show "Note for customers in
the UK" (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer in
order to validate the warranty for this product. Tip
The type of attachment is located on the bottom.
Knowing when to replace the
On copyrights
battery
 "WALKMAN" and
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
When the battery becomes weak, "" appears in
 All other trademarks and registered trademarks
the display.
are trademarks or registered trademarks of
If a power interruption occurs while the battery is
/ inches)
8 their respective holders. In this manual,
weak, the current time and alarm will be
™
initialized.
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire or
explosion.
Compatible Sony
Ericsson Phone models
Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone models are as
follows.
Model(s)
a C510/C510a/C702/C702a/
C902/C903
G700/G700Busir/G900
K530i/K550i/K550im/
K610i/K610im/K618i/
K770i/K790a/K800i/
" off in the display.

K810i
S500i
T650i/T700/T707/TM506
V630i
W508/W580i/W595/
W610i/W660i/W710i/
W760a/W760i/W850i/
W880i/W980/W995/
W995a
Z610i/Z710i
b C901/C905
G502/G705/G705u
K310i/K320i/K510i/K630i/
K660i/K750i/K850i
M600i
P1i/P990i
V640i
Reset button
W200i/W300i/W700i/
CR2032
W705/W810i/W890i/
W902/W910i/W950i/
W960i
Z530i/Z550a/Z550i/Z558i
Z750i/Z770i
c F305
J110i/J120i
K200i/K330
R300
S302/S312
T250i/T280i/T303
W302/W350i/W380i/W395
Z310a/Z310i/Z555i
are
®
and marks are not specified.
Available
function(s)
Alarm/
Music
playback/
Battery
charge
Music
playback/
Battery
charge
Battery
charge