Sony Dream Machine ICF-C1iPMK2 Operating Instructions

FM/AM Clock Radio
ICF-C1iPMK2
Operating Instructions
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
©2008 Sony Corporation Printed in China
WARNING
Precautions
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
 Operate the unit on the power source specified in
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
"Specifications".
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
 To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it
of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths,
out by the plug, not the cord.
curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the
 The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
apparatus.
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.  Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal
heat build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (a
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
rug, blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) that
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
might block the ventilation holes.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC
unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualified
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit,
personnel before operating it any further.
disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
 To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with
immediately.
a mild detergent solution.
 Do not connect the aerial lead to the external aerial.
Notice for customers: the following information
 To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
is only applicable to equipment sold in countries
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
applying EU directives
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,
candles on the apparatus.
1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The
Authorized Representative for EMC and product
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
contact.
guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses given
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
in separate service or guarantee documents.
installing the battery.
 Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
WARNING
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
 Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
 Replace the battery for the clock backup with a Sony
CR2032 lithium battery, and the battery for the
remote commander with a Sony CR2025 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of
fire or explosion.
 Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge,
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
disassemble or dispose of in fire.
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
 Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
applicable collection point for the recycling of
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this
product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
 Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from
potential negative consequences for the environment
children.
and human health, which could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural
resources. For more detailed information about
recycling of this product, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
3-873-060-36(1)
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
indicates that the battery provided with this product
shall not be treated as household waste.
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
battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or
0.004% lead.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and human health
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or data
integrity reasons require a permanent connection with
an incorporated battery, this 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.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
For more detailed information about recycling of this
Electronic Equipment product or battery, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or the
(Applicable in the European
shop where you purchased the product.
Union and other European
countries with separate
If you have any questions or problems
collection systems)
concerning your unit, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Features
 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.
 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.
FM wire aerial
AC power cord
There is a tactile dot on the VOLUME +, / and PRESET TUNING 3 button.
Connecting the aerial
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.
2
Set up the AM loop aerial.
3
Connect the cords to the AM aerial
terminals.
The cords (A and B) can be connected to either
terminal.
Insert the cord while
pushing down the
terminal clamp.
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
reception.
 Do not place the AM loop aerial near the unit or
other AV equipment, as noise may result.
 If you use an external polarized AM aerial, be sure
to connect the ground cord to the  terminal. The
supplied AM aerial cord has no polarity.
Tip
Adjust the direction of the AM loop aerial for best AM
broadcast sound.
 



CR2032


3
Insert the battery compartment back into
About the backup
the unit and secure it with the screw.
(See Fig. -)
battery
Note
To keep good time, as a backup power source, this unit
When you replace the battery, keep the AC plug
has one CR2032 battery inside of the unit in addition
connected to a wall outlet. Otherwise, current time
to the house current.
and alarms will be initialized if the replacement is not
The battery keeps the clock and the alarm operating in
completed within around one minute.
the event of a power interruption.
Note that the backlight will not light up during a If the time in the display is
power interruption.
incorrect after the battery is
Note for customers in the UK
changed (RESET)
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory is
powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032 battery. If
Push the Reset switch with the pointed device. The
the "AM 12:00" appears in the display when the unit is
Reset switch is in the small hole located in the battery
connected to AC outlet for the first time, the battery
compartment.
may be weak. In this case, consult a Sony dealer. The
preinstalled CR2032 battery is considered part of the Notes
 You cannot reset unless the lithium battery is
product, and is covered by the warranty.
installed.
You are required to show "Note for customers in the
UK" (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer in order to
 Set the clock again after the unit is reset.
validate the warranty for this product.
Battery Warning
Knowing when to replace the When the unit will be left unplugged for a long time,
remove the battery to avoid undue battery discharge
battery
and damage to the unit from battery leakage.
If the battery runs out during the interruption, the
current time and alarm functions will be initialized.
Preparing the remote
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
commander
battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of
fire or explosion.
Before using the card remote commander for the first
time, remove the insulation film. (See Fig. -)
Replacing the backup battery
When to replace the battery
1
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should last for
outlet, remove the screw that secures the
about six months. When the remote commander no
battery compartment at the bottom of the
longer operates the unit, replace the battery with new
unit using a screwdriver, and remove the
ones. (See Fig. -)
battery compartment. (See Fig. -)
Notes
2
 Do not charge the battery.
Insert a new battery in the battery
 When you are not going to use the remote
compartment with the  side facing up.
commander for a long time, remove the battery to
To remove the battery from the battery
avoid any damage caused by leakage and corrosion.
compartment, push it out from the side marked
PUSH. (See Fig. -)
There is a tactile dot on the VOL +,
/,  and PRESET + button.

CR2025