WARNING
Precautions
To prevent fire or shock
• Operate the unit on the power source specified
in the “Specifications.”
hazard, do not expose the
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage,
unit to rain or moisture.
etc. is located on the bottom of the unit.
• To disconnect the power cord (mains lead),
pull it out by the plug, not the cord.
• 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, a blanket, etc.) or near materials (a
curtain) which might block the ventilation holes.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by a
qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
• When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a
to the presence of uninsulated
soft cloth dampened with mild detergent
“dangerous voltage” within the
solution. Never use abrasive cleansers or
product’s enclosure that may be of
chemical solvents, as they may mar the casing.
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
If you have any questions or problems
of electric shock to persons.
concerning your unit, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)
Troubleshooting
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Should any problem occur with the unit, make
∗ The graphical symbols are at the bottom of the
the following checks to determine whether or not
unit.
servicing is required. If the problem persists,
INFORMATION
consult the nearest Sony dealer.
The clock does not show the correct time.
This equipment has been tested and found to
• Has an electrical power outage lasting more
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
than one minute occurred?
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
The CD, radio or buzzer alarm does not sound
protection against harmful interference in a
at the preset alarm time.
residential installation. This equipment
• Hasn’t all ALARM indicator lights gone out?
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
The CD or radio alarm is activated but no
energy and, if not installed and used in
sound comes on at the preset alarm time.
accordance with the instructions, may cause
• Has VOLUME been adjusted ?
harmful interference to radio communications.
The CD player does not operate.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
• Did you close the CD lid?
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
• Did you place the disc correctly?
equipment does cause harmful interference to
The disc should be placed with the labeled
radio or television reception, which can be
side up.
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
• Dusty or defective disc—Clean the disc with an
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
optional cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the
interference by one or more of the following
center out.
measures:
• Take out the CD and leave the CD
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
compartment open for about an hour to get rid
— Increase the separation between the
of moisture condensation.
equipment and receiver.
Sporadic loss of sound in CD operation.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
• Dusty or defective disc—Clean or replace the disc.
circuit different from that to which the
• Volume too high—Reduce the volume.
receiver is connected.
• Strong vibration.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
No sound comes from the speakers.
TV technician for help.
• Hasn’t headphones (not supplied) been
plugged in?
If you have any questions about the product, you
Disconnect the headphones from the i jack.
may call:
Sony Direct Response Center 1-(800)-222-7669 or
write to:
Specifications
Sony Direct Response Center 12451 Gateway
Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33913
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
SONY
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
Model:
ICF-CD853V
DISTORTION
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
With 4–ohm loads, both channels driven from
Address:
680 Kinderkamack Road,
100 – 10 000 Hz; rated 1.0 W per channel-
Oradell, NJ 07649 USA
minimum RMS power, with no more than 10 %
Telephone Number: 201-930-6972
total harmonic distortion in AC operation.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
CD player section
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
System: Compact disc digital audio system
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
Laser diode properties: Material: GaAlAs
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
Wavelength: 780 nm
accept any interference received, including
Emission duration: Continuous
interference that may cause undesired
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW
operation.
(This output is the value measured at a
distance of about 200 mm from the objective
You are cautioned that any changes or
lens surface on the optical pick-up block with
modifications not expressly approved in this
7 mm aperture.)
manual could void your authority to operate
+1
Frequency response: 20-20 000 Hz
dB
this equipment.
–1.5
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
CAUTION
Radio section
The use of optical instruments with this
Frequency range:
product will increase eye hazard.
TV:
2 – 13 ch
WEATHER: 1 – 7 ch
FM:
87.5 – 108 MHz
Before You Begin
AM:
530 – 1 710 kHz
General
Thank you for choosing the Sony CD clock radio!
It will give you many hours of reliable service
Time display: 12-hour system
and listening pleasure.
inches) dia., 4 Ω
5
Speaker: 66 mm (2
/
8
Before operating the unit, please read these
Outputs: i (headphones) jack (ø 3.5 mm
instructions thoroughly and retain them for
stereo minijack)
future reference.
Power outputs:
1.2W + 1.2W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Features
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Dimensions:
• TV/WEATHER/FM/AM 4 band PLL (phase
Approx. 185.5 × 176 × 210.5 mm (w/h/d)
locked loop) synthesized clock radio
× 7 × 8
3
3
(Approx. 7
/
/
inches) incl.
8
8
• Easy preset digital tuning with 25 memory
projecting parts and controls
presets
Mass: Approx. 1 780 g (3 lb 15 oz)
• Built-in CD player with CD-R/RW playback
function
Design and specifications are subject to change
• Easy to see large Display with small footprint.
without notice.
• Triple Alarm (Radio, buzzer or CD) with the
extendable snooze function.
• Easy nap timer –one push operation.
• LCD with backlight which has a brightness
control switch.
• D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time) –Summer time
calculation.