Sony ICF-CD855V Operating Instructions

TV/WEATHER/FM/AM
CD Clock Radio
ICF-CD855V
Operating Instructions
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Model No. ICF-CD855V
Serial No.
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WARNING
3-262-864-21(1)
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
∗ The graphical symbols are at the bottom of the
unit.
INFORM ATION
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
If you have any questions about this product, you may
call:
Sony Customer Information Services Center
1-800-222-7669 or write to:
Sony Customer Information Services Center
12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft Myers, FL 33913
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: ICF-CD855V
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road,
Oradell, NJ 07649 USA
Telephone Number: 201-930-6972
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Fe a t ure s
• TV/WEATHER/FM/AM 4 band PLL (phase locked
loop) synthesized clock radio
• Easy preset digital tuning with 25 memory presets
• Built-in CD player with CD-R/RW playback
function
• Dual alarm
• Triple time display – main display for the clock, and
two alarm sub-displays
• Nap timer – count down timer (10, 20, 30, 60, 90,
120 minutes)
• Extendable Snooze time from 10 to 60 minutes
• LCD with brightness adjustment backlight (High/
Middle/Low)
Pre c a ut ions
IM PORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• Operate the unit on the power source specified in
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance,
the "Specifications."
and keep this manual for future reference.
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. is
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating
located on the bottom of the unit.
instructions, and adhere to them.
• To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it
INSTALLATION
out by the plug, not the cord.
Wat er and M oist ure
• Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat
Do not use powerline operated appliances near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
source, such as a radiator or airduct, or in a place
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
Heat
mechanical vibration, or shock.
Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat
sunlight.
build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (a rug,
Vent ilat ion
blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) that might
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
block the ventilation holes.
operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, blocked or covered.
-Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.
unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualified
-Never block the slots and openings by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
personnel before operating it any further.
surface.
• When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with a soft
-Never place the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper
cloth dampened with mild detergent solution. Never
ventilation is provided.
use abrasive cleansers or chemical solvents, as they
Accessories
may mar the casing.
Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart,
If you have any questions or problems
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by Sony.
concerning your unit, please consult your
-An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
nearest Sony dealer. uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Wall or Ceiling M ount ing
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.
Trouble shoot ing
USE
Pow er Source
Should any problem occur with the unit, make the
This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
following checks to determine whether or not
If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local
servicing is required. If the problem persists, consult
power company. For those appliances designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
the nearest Sony dealer.
to the operating instructions.
The clock does not show the correct time.
Grounding or Polarizat ion
• Has an electrical power outage lasting more than
This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than
one minute occurred?
the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow
The CD, radio or buzzer alarm does not
the instructions below:
sound at the preset alarm time.
-For t he appliance w it h a polarized AC pow er cord plug:
• Hasn't all ALARM indicator lights gone out? This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
The CD or radio alarm is activated but no
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
sound comes on at the preset alarm time.
plug by forcing it in.
• Has VOLUME been adjusted ?
-For t he appliance w it h a t hree-w ire grounding t ype AC plug:
The CD player does not operate.
This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
• Did you close the CD lid?
insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat
• Did you place the disc correctly? the safety purpose of the grounding plug.
The disc should be placed with the labelled Overloading
side up. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since
this can result in fire or electric shock.
• Dusty or defective disc — Clean the disc with an
When not in use
optional cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the
Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
center out.
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the plug out by the cord.
• Take out the CD and leave the CD compartment
Pow er-Cord Prot ect ion
open for about an hour to get rid of moisture
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
condensation.
against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits
Sporadic loss of sound in CD operation.
from the appliance.
• Dusty or defective disc — Clean or replace the disc. Light ning
For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
• Volume too high — Reduce the volume.
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
• Strong vibration.
system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.
No sound comes from the speakers.
Object and Liquid Ent ry
• Hasn't headphones (not supplied) been plugged in?
Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous
Disconnect the headphones from the i jack.
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the appliance.
Cleaning
Spe c ific a t ions Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance.
Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
At t achm ent s
Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION ANTENNAS
With 8–ohm loads, both channels driven from
Out door Ant enna Grounding
100 – 10 000 Hz; rated 1.0 W per channel-minimum
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.
RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic
An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
distortion in AC operation.
electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.
CD player section WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM
System: Compact disc digital audio system
IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
Laser diode properties:
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
Material: GaAlAs
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect
Wavelength: 780 nm to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection
Emission duration: Continuous
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW
Ant enna Grounding According t o t he Nat ional
(This output is the value measured at a distance of
about 200 mm from the objective lens surface on
Elect rical Code
the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)
+1
Frequency response: 20-20 000 Hz dB
–1.5
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
Radio section
Frequency range:
TV: 2 – 13 ch
WEATHER: 1 – 7 ch
FM: 87.5 – 108 MHz
AM: 530 – 1 710 kHz
SERVICE
General
Dam age Requiring Service
Time display: 12-hour system
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
Speaker: 50 mm (2 inches) dia., 8 Ω
following conditions:
Outputs: i (headphones) jack (ø 3.5 mm
-When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed.
stereo minijack) -If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance.
-If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
Power outputs:
-The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
1 W + 1 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
-This indicates a need for service.
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
-If the appliance does not operate normally when following the operating instructions, adjust only
Dimensions:
those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls
Approx. 169 × 165 × 217 mm (w/h/d)
may result in damage and will often require extensive work
× 6 × 8
(Approx. 6 3 / 1 / 5 / inches) incl. by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.
4 2 8
-If the appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been
projecting parts and controls
damaged.
Mass: Approx. 1 700 g (3 lb 12 oz)
Servicing
Design and specifications are subject to change Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
without notice.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Replacem ent part s
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
Lead-free solder is used for soldering.
specified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Halogenated flame retardants are not Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
used in printed wiring boards. Saf et y Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks (as specified by Sony) to determine that the appliance is in safe operating
condition.
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Ground
Antenna Discharge Unit
Clamps
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
Electric Service
(NEC Section 810-20)
Equipment
NEC-NATIONAL
Ground Clamps
ELECTRICAL CODE
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250 Part H)