Sony ICF-CS15IPBLKN Reference Manual

4-461-406-11(1)
Personal Audio System
US
Reference Guide
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ICF-CS15iPN
Important Safety
Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
English
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
Owner's Record 6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
The model number and the serial number are located on the
Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
bottom.
instructions.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer
to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
this product.
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
Model No. ICF-CS15iPN
heat.
Serial No. ________________________________ 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
For customers in the USA
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
Please register this product on line at
http://www.sony.com/productregistration and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
Proper registration will enable us to send you or the third prong are provided for your safety.
periodic updates about new products, services, and
If the provided plug does not fit into your
other important announcements. Registering your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
product will also allow us to contact you in the
of the obsolete outlet.
unlikely event that the product needs adjustment
or modification. Thank you.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
WARNING
from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by
To reduce the risk of fire or electric the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture. or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted
candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing,
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
as vases, on the apparatus.
or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily normally, or has been dropped.
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
For the state of California USA only
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug
Perchlorate Material –special handling may apply, see
from the AC outlet immediately.
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the perchlorate
wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned
off.
Precautions
The nameplate and important information
concerning safety are located on the bottom
 To disconnect AC power, grasp the plug itself,
exterior.
not the cord.
You are cautioned that any changes or
 Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,
modifications not expressly approved in this
keep credit cards using magnetic coding or
manual could void your authority to operate this
spring-wound watches, CRT-based TVs, or
equipment.
projectors, etc., away from the unit to prevent
possible damage from the magnet.
CAUTION
 Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
source such as a radiator or airduct, or in a
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration, or shock.
NOTE
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent
This equipment has been tested and found to
internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit on
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
a surface (a rug, a blanket, etc.) or near
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
materials (a curtain) which might block the
are designed to provide reasonable protection
ventilation holes.
against harmful interference in a residential
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
installation. This equipment generates, uses and
unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
qualified personnel before operating it any
installed and used in accordance with the further.
instructions, may cause harmful interference to  During a thunderstorm, do not touch the
radio communications. However, there is no antenna (aerial) and plug.
guarantee that interference will not occur in a  Do not touch the unit with wet hands.
 Do not place the unit anywhere near water.
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
reception, which can be determined by turning
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
good contact.
to try to correct the interference by one or more
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
of the following measures:
installing the battery.
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
— Increase the separation between the equipment
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit Note
different from that to which the receiver is
 In the Reference Guide, "iPod" is used as a
connected.
general reference to functions on an iPod or
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text
technician for help.
or illustrations.
WARNING
If you have any questions or problems concerning
 Replace the battery for the clock backup with a
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
 Dispose of used battery promptly, according to
local environmental laws and guidelines in
force. Keep away from children.
Supporter
Power cord
Remote sensor
FM wire antenna
The VOLUME + and  buttons have a tactile dot.
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly to
Operations
select the number as follows:
Area number Time zone
Power source
0 Newfoundland Standard
This unit contains a CR2032 battery as a backup
Time
power source to keep the clock and the alarm
1 Atlantic Standard Time
operating during a power interruption (No Power
No Problem system). 2 Eastern Standard Time
(default setting)
When to replace the battery
3 Central Standard Time
When the battery becomes weak, "" appears in
the display. 4 Mountain Standard Time
If a power interruption occurs while the battery is
5 Pacific Standard Time
weak, the current time and alarm will be erased.
6 Alaska Standard Time
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire or
7 Hawaii Standard Time
explosion.
4
Press DSPL/ENT to set.
Note
 If "AM 12:00" flashes in the display when the Notes
unit is connected to an AC outlet for the first  To cancel the time zone setting, press MODE
time, the battery may be weak. In this case, instead of DSPL/ENT in step 4.
consult your nearest Sony dealer.  Though the clock is correctly set at the factory,
discrepancies may arise during transport or
To replace the battery
storage. If necessary, set the clock to the correct
1 time by referring to "To set the clock manually. "
Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
When daylight saving time (summer
outlet, remove the screw of the battery
time) begins
compartment at the bottom of the unit,
This model automatically adjusts for daylight
and open the lid (see Fig. ).
saving time (summer time).
2
Remove the old battery and insert a new
" " is displayed from the beginning of daylight
saving time (summer time) and disappears at the
one in the battery compartment with the
end of the daylight saving time (summer time)
 side facing up (see Fig. ).
automatically.
3
Replace the battery compartment lid and
 Daylight saving time (summer time) begins at:
tighten the screw.
2:00 AM on the second Sunday of March.
4 Press , RADIO BAND, AUDIO IN or
 Standard time begins at: 2:00 AM on the first
SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS on the unit to Sunday of November.
turn " " off in the display.

To cancel Auto DST/summer time adjustment
Note
during the daylight saving time (summer
 When you replace the battery, do not
time) period
disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
The Auto DST/summer time adjustment can be
Otherwise, the current date, current time,
canceled.
alarm and station presets will be erased.
Press and hold CLOCK and SNOOZE/
BRIGHTNESS on the unit at the same time for at

least 2 seconds while the clock is displayed.
" " and "OFF" appear in the display to show that
Auto DST/summer time adjustment has been
canceled. The display returns to the clock.
Notes
 Changes to Auto DST/summer time adjustment
by the unit (see above) are subject to
circumstances and laws in each country/region.
Should this interfere with desired adjustment,
cancel the Auto DST/summer time adjustment
and set the DST display manually as necessary.
Reset button
Customers living in a country/region that does

not use daylight saving time (summer time)
must cancel Auto DST/summer time
adjustment before using the unit.
 To activate Auto DST/summer time adjustment
again, press and hold CLOCK and SNOOZE/
CR2032
BRIGHTNESS on the unit at the same time for
at least 2 seconds.
" " and "On" appear in the display to show that
Auto DST/summer time adjustment has been
activated. The display returns to the clock.
To set the clock manually
To reset the unit
To change the clock setting manually, operate the
unit as follows.
Press the reset button with a pointed object if the
1
unit fails to function properly. The current time, Plug in the unit.
alarm and station presets, etc., will revert to their
2 Press and hold CLOCK until the year
factory presets (see Fig. ).
flashes in the display.
3
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly to set
To charge your iPod
the year, and then press CLOCK.
You can use the unit as a battery charger.
4
Repeat step 3 to set the month, day, hour
Charging begins when the iPod is connected to
and minute.
the unit.
The charging status appears in the display on The seconds start incrementing from zero.
iPod. For details, see the user's guide of your iPod.
Notes
 If you do not press any button for about
1 minute while setting the clock, the clock
Setting the clock
setting will be canceled.
 A 100-year calendar (2013 - 2112) is installed in
the unit. When the date is set, the day of the
To set the clock for the first
week is automatically displayed.
time
MON = Monday, TUE = Tuesday,
WED = Wednesday, THU = Thursday,
This unit is preset to the current EST (Eastern
FRI = Friday, SAT = Saturday, SUN = Sunday
Standard Time) at the factory, and is powered by a
To display the year and date
backup battery. All you need to do the first time is
During clock display, press CLOCK on the unit
just plug it in and select your time zone.
once for the date, and press it again for the year.
1
Plug in the unit.
After a few seconds, the display will change back
The current EST (Eastern Standard Time)
to the current time automatically.
appears in the display.
2
Press and hold MODE for at least
2 seconds.
Area number "2" flashes in the display.
To play
Remote commander
1
Set an iPod on the dock connector.
Before using the supplied remote for the first The dock connector can be tilted slightly.
time, remove the insulation film.
Aim the remote at the (Remote sensor) of the
unit.
2 Press .
The iPod begins playback.
You can operate the connected iPod via this
unit or the iPod itself.
3
Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
(VOL + or – on the remote).
To place and remove the iPod
When placing or removing the iPod, hold it at the
same angle as the dock connector on the unit. Do
not pull the iPod forward too far.
The VOL + and  buttons have a tactile dot.
OFF
 Terminate the current function and stop
playback.
 Stop a currently sounding alarm/snooze timer.
 (Play/Pause)
 Start playing the iPod. Press again to pause/
resume playback.
Notes
 (Forward)
 If a pop-up message appears on the display of
 Go to the next track. the iPod touch or iPhone, see "About App. "
 Press and hold while listening to the sound to  An iPod in a case or cover can be set in this
locate a desired point. unit. However, if the case or cover interferes
with the connection, remove the case or cover
 (Backward)
before setting the iPod on the dock connector.
 Go back to the previous track. During
 Do not twist or bend the iPod as this may result
playback, this operation returns to the
in connector damage.
beginning of the current track. To go back to
 Remove the iPod when transporting it,
the previous track, press twice.
otherwise a malfunction may result.
 Press and hold while listening to the sound to
 When placing or removing the iPod, hold the
locate a desired point.
unit securely.
 If the battery of your iPod is extremely low,
MENU
charge it for a while before operation.
 Go back to the previous menu.
 If the iPod is already playing when set onto the
 (Up)/ (Down) unit, the sound from the iPod will be output
 Select a menu item or track for playback. from the unit speakers, even if the unit was
playing sound from another function.
ENTER
 Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event
 Execute the selected menu item or begin
that data recorded to an iPod is lost or damaged
playback.
when using an iPod connected to this unit.
SOUND  For details of environmental conditions for
 Select the desired sound effect(s). (For details, operating your iPod, check the website of Apple
see "To enjoy the bass or expansion sound Inc.
effect. " )
VOL +/− (Volume plus/minus)
Operating the radio
 Adjust the volume.
RADIO BAND
To connect the AM loop
 Activate the radio and select a band.
antenna
PRESET +/−
 Select the preset number or preset station. (For The shape and length of the antenna is designed
details, see "Operating the radio. " ) to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up
the antenna.
TUNE +/−
1
 Tune into a station when the radio is on.
Remove only the loop part from the
 Press and hold to scan AM or FM stations.
plastic stand.
2
AUDIO IN Set up the AM loop antenna.
 Activate the AUDIO IN function when an
(Refer to the Startup Guide bundled with this
optional component is connected. (For details,
Reference Guide.)
see "Connecting optional components. " ) 3
Insert the AM antenna terminal in the
SLEEP AM ANTENNA jack on the rear of the
 Set the sleep timer. (For details, see "Setting the
unit.
sleep timer. " )
To adjust the AM loop antenna
Find a place and an orientation that provide good
Note
reception.
 Some operations may differ or may not be
available on certain models of iPod.
Tip
When to replace the battery  Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for
the best AM broadcast sound.
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should
To remove the AM loop antenna
last for about 6 months. When the remote no
Push and hold down the tab of the antenna
longer operates the unit, replace the battery with a
terminal clamp, and pull out the AM loop
new one.
antenna.
the  side facing up
Note
 If you are not going to use the remote for a long
time, remove the battery to avoid any damage
that may be caused by leakage and corrosion. –Manual tuning
1
Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio.
Operating an iPod
2
Press RADIO BAND repeatedly to select
the desired band.
Compatible iPod/iPhone
Each time you press the button, the radio
band toggles between AM and FM as follows:
models
The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as
follows.
3
Press TUNE + or – repeatedly to tune to
Update software of your iPod/iPhone to the latest
version before using it with this unit.
the desired station.
4
Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod nano (7th generation)* (VOL + or – on the remote).
iPhone 5
To turn off the radio, press OFF/ALARM
RESET (OFF on the remote).
–Scan tuning
The unit automatically scans for AM or FM
stations.
* The iPod nano (7th generation) cannot be
1
Follow steps 1 to 2 in "Manual tuning"
controlled by the remote when the command of
"MENU, " ", " ", " and "ENTER" is pressed. and select the AM or FM band.
2
Press and hold TUNE + or –.
On copyrights
+ : scans upward through the frequency bands.
iPhone, iPod, iPod nano, and iPod touch are
– : scans downwards through the frequency
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
bands.
and other countries.
Scanning starts from the currently-tuned
Lightning is a trademark of Apple Inc.
frequency. When a station is received,
"Made for iPod, " and "Made for iPhone" mean
scanning stops.
that an electronic accessory has been designed to 3
Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
connect specifically to iPod or iPhone,
(VOL + or – on the remote).
respectively, and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
–Preset tuning
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM
device or its compliance with safety and
stations.
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of
this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect
To preset a station
wireless performance.
1
Follow steps 1 to 4 in "Manual tuning"
Note
and manually tune into the station you
 This unit is not specified for use with an iPad,
and malfunction may result if used with one. wish to preset.
2
Press and hold MODE on the unit for at
least 2 seconds.
3
Press PRESET + or – to select the preset  Even if the alarm setting for iPod is complete, if
number, then press DSPL/ENT on the you turn the iPod touch/iPhone power off after
inserting the iPod touch/iPhone into the unit,
unit.
the alarm will be the buzzer.
Example: The following displays appear
when you preset FM 89.8 MHz to
 To set the radio alarm
preset number 1 for FM.
1
Perform steps 1 to 8 in "To set the alarm. "
2
Press ALARM SET A or B to select
radio band ("FM" or "AM").
Preset number flashes in the display.
3
Press TIME SET + or – to select the

desired preset number corresponding the
bands or "– –. "
"– –" is the last station received.
4
Press ALARM SET A or B.
The volume level flashes in the display.
5
Press TIME SET + or – to adjust the
The display shows the frequency for about
volume.
10 seconds, and then returns to the current
6
Press ALARM SET A or B.
time.
The setting is entered.
Notes
7
If "A" or "B" does not appear in the
 To preset another station, repeat these steps.
display, press ALARM SET A or B
 To cancel the preset number setting, press
MODE instead of DSPL/ENT in step 3.
again.
 If you store another station with the same
The radio will turn on at the set time.
preset number, the previously stored station
 To set the buzzer alarm
will be replaced.
1
Perform steps 1 to 8 in "To set the alarm. "
To tune in to a preset station
2
Press ALARM SET A or B to select
1
Follow steps 1 to 2 in "Manual tuning"
"BUZZER" alarm mode.
and select the AM or FM band.
The setting is entered.
2
Press PRESET + or – to select the desired
3
If "A" or "B" does not appear in the
preset number.
display, press ALARM SET A or B
3
Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
again.
(VOL + or – on the remote).
The buzzer will sound at the set time.
Note
–Auto preset tuning
 The volume of the buzzer is not adjustable.
1
Follow steps 1 to 2 in "Manual tuning"
To confirm an alarm time
and select the AM or FM band.
setting
2
Press and hold RADIO BAND until "AP"
Press TIME SET + or –. The setting will be
flashes in the display.
displayed for about 4 seconds.
3
Press DSPL/ENT on the unit.
To change an alarm setting
The unit automatically presets the available
channels in order.
Press and hold TIME SET + for at least 2 seconds
Tip
to move the alarm time forwards. Press and hold
 To stop auto preset tuning, press RADIO BAND.
TIME SET – for at least 2 seconds to move the
alarm time back.
To display the preset number and
When you release the button, the changed time
frequency of the current station will flash for about 2 seconds. To change the
Press DSPL/ENT on the unit once for the preset alarm time again, press TIME SET + or – within
number, and press it again for the frequency. these 2 seconds, otherwise the setting change will
If you press DSPL/ENT on the unit once only, the be fixed as displayed.
display shows the preset number for about
To doze for a few more
2 seconds, then changes to the frequency.
After a few moments, the display returns to the minutes
current time.
Press SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS on the unit.
To improve reception
The sound turns off but will automatically come
on again after about 10 minutes.
FM: Extend the FM wire antenna fully to increase
You can change the snooze time by pressing
reception sensitivity.
SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS on the unit repeatedly
AM: Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to
within 4 seconds.
the unit. Rotate the antenna horizontally for
The maximum length of the snooze time is
optimum reception.
60 minutes.
Notes on radio reception
 Do not place the AM loop antenna near the
power supply unit, the unit or other AV
To stop the snooze timer, press OFF/ALARM
equipment during use, as noise may result.
RESET (OFF on the remote).
 Keep digital music players or mobile phones
away from the AM loop antenna or the FM
To stop the alarm
antenna, as this may lead to reception
Press OFF/ALARM RESET (OFF on the remote)
interference.
to turn off the alarm.
 When you are listening to the radio with an
The alarm will sound again at the same time the
iPhone connected to the unit, interference with
next day.
radio reception may occur.
 When you are listening to the radio while
To deactivate the alarm
charging an iPod, interference with radio
reception may occur.
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B to turn off the
Tip
alarm A or B indicator from the display.
 If the FM broadcast is noisy, press MODE on
To activate the alarm
the unit until "MONO" appears in the display,
the radio will play in monaural and the sound
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B to turn on the
will become clearer.
alarm A or B indicator in the display.
Notes
Setting the alarm  When alarm is set as iPod, only the buzzer
alarm will sound if there is no iPod on the dock
connector, music is not stored in the iPod, or
This unit is equipped with 3 alarm modes—iPod,
the iPod touch/iPhone is turned off.
radio and buzzer. The clock needs to be set before
 The alarm function works as usual on the first
the alarm can be set (see "To set the clock for the
and last day of daylight saving time (summer
first time").
time). As a result, if the Auto DST/summer
To set the alarm time adjustment is set and the alarm is set at a
time skipped when the daylight saving time
1
begins, the alarm will sound; if the alarm is set
Press and hold ALARM SET A or B.
to a time that overlaps when daylight saving
"WAKE UP" appears and the hour flashes in
time ends, the alarm will sound twice.
the display.
 If the same alarm time is set for both alarm A
2
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly until
and B, alarm A takes priority.
the desired hour appears.
 If no operation is performed while the alarm is
To cycle the hour rapidly, press and hold TIME occurring, the alarm will stop after about
60 minutes.
SET + or –.
3
Press ALARM SET A or B.
The minute flashes. Note on the alarm in the event of a power
4
interruption
Repeat step 2 to set the minute.
In the event of a power interruption, the buzzer
5
Press ALARM SET A or B.
alarm will last about 5 minutes if the battery is not
The days of the week flash.
weak. However, certain functions will be affected
6
Repeat step 2 to set the days of the week.
as follows:
You can select the days from the following  The backlight will not light up.
 If the alarm mode is set to iPod or radio, it will
three options by pressing TIME SET + or –:
change to buzzer automatically.
Every day: MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
 If OFF/ALARM RESET is not pressed, the alarm
SUN
Week day: MON TUE WED THU FRI will sound for about 5 minutes.
 If " " appears in the display, the alarm will not
Week end: SAT SUN 
sound in the event of a power interruption.
7
Press ALARM SET A or B.
Replace the battery if "  " appears.
The alarm mode setting is entered.
 The snooze function cannot be set during a
8
Press TIME SET + or – repeatedly until
power interruption.
 During a power interruption, each alarm will
the desired alarm mode flashes.
sound at the set time only once.
You can choose one of 4 settings: "iPod, " "FM, "
"AM" or "BUZZER. " Set the alarm mode as
follows:
Setting the sleep timer
– iPod: see " To set the alarm as iPod. "
– FM or AM: see " To set the radio alarm. "
You can fall asleep to music, etc., using the sleep
– BUZZER: see " To set the buzzer alarm. "
timer. The unit stops playback or radio
 To set the alarm as iPod automatically after a preset duration.
1 1
Press SLEEP while the unit is turned on.
Perform steps 1 to 8 in "To set the alarm. "
"SLEEP" appears and the sleep time flashes in
2
Press ALARM SET A or B to select
the display.
alarm mode for "iPod. "
2
Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer
The volume level flashes in the display.
duration.
3
Press TIME SET + or – to adjust the
Each time you press SLEEP, the duration (in
volume.
minutes) changes as follows:
4
Press ALARM SET A or B.
The setting is entered.
5
If "A" or "B" does not appear in the
The display returns to current time for about
display, press ALARM SET A or B
4 seconds after you have finished the duration
again.
setting and released SLEEP, and then the sleep
The iPod will sound at the set time.
timer starts.
When using an iPod touch/iPhone The unit plays for the duration you set, and
 To wake up to music stored in an iPod touch/ then stops.
iPhone, connect the iPod touch/iPhone to the
unit first, follow the steps above to set alarm To turn off the unit before
time, and then select the music function.
the preset time
Press OFF/ALARM RESET (OFF on the remote).
To change the sleep timer
 To deactivate the App's link function: Remove
your iPod touch/iPhone from the dock
setting
connector. Press  (to enter the iPod
You can press SLEEP repeatedly to select the
function), and then press and hold VOLUME –
desired sleep timer setting, even after the sleep and  on the unit simultaneously for at least
timer has been activated.
2 seconds. ("OFF" appears in the display to
show that the App's link function has been
To deactivate the sleep timer
deactivated.)
 To re-activate the App's link function, repeat the
Press SLEEP repeatedly to set the sleep timer to
above steps. ("On" appears in the display to
"OFF" in step 2.
show that the App's link function has been
activated.)
Connecting optional
Additional Information
components
To listen to sound
Troubleshooting
1
Firmly connect the line output jack of a
Should any problem persist after you have made
portable digital music player (or other the following checks, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
component) to the AUDIO IN jack on the
back of the unit, using a suitable audio The clock flashes "AM 12:00" due to a power
interruption.
connecting cable (not supplied).
 The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove
2
Press AUDIO IN to display "AUDIO IN. "
the old battery and install a new one.
3
Turn the connected component on.
The alarm of radio, iPod or buzzer does not
4
Play the connected component.
sound at the preset alarm time.
 Check that alarm "A" or alarm "B" is properly
The sound from the connected component is
displayed.
output from the speakers of this unit.
5
Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or – The alarm of radio or iPod is activated but no
sound comes on at the preset alarm time.
(VOL + or – on the remote).
 Check the alarm volume setting.
To return to the radio
There is no sound from the iPod.
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
Press RADIO BAND.
 Adjust the VOLUME +/– (VOL +/– on the
The preset number followed by the frequency of
remote).
the last station appears in the display.
The iPod cannot be operated with this unit.
To return to the iPod
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
 Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit
Press .
(see "Compatible iPod/iPhone models").
To stop listening The iPod cannot be charged.
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
Press OFF/ALARM RESET (OFF on the remote),
 Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit
and stop playback on the connected component.
(see "Compatible iPod/iPhone models").
Notes
When daylight saving time (summer time)
 The necessary type of audio connecting cable
begins, the clock does not employ the
depends on the optional component. Make sure
daylight saving time (summer time)
to use the correct type of cable.
automatically.
 If the volume level is low, adjust the volume of
 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
the unit first. If the volume is still too low,
 Press and hold CLOCK and SNOOZE/
adjust the volume of the connected component.
BRIGHTNESS on the unit simultaneously for at
 Disconnect the audio connecting cable from
least 2 seconds to activate the Auto DST/
the unit when it is not in use.
summer time function.
 When you listen to the radio with optional
component connected, turn off the connected
component to prevent noise. If noise occurs,
Specifications
even when the component is turned off,
disconnect and place the optional component
away from the unit. AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
Other useful functions With 6 ohm loads both channels driven, from
150 Hz - 10,000 Hz; rated 3 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than 10%
To enjoy the bass or
total harmonic distortion.
expansion sound effect Time display
12-hour system
Three levels of sound effect are available by
iPod
pressing SOUND.
DC out: 5 V
Each time you press the button, the sound effect
MAX: 1 A
changes as follows:
"MEGA BASS": Provides high quality bass sound. Radio
"MEGA Xpand": Expands the sound field width.
Frequency range
"MEGA BASS" and "MEGA Xpand": Enables
both the above effects. Band Frequency Channel step
To return to standard sound, press the button
FM 87.5 MHz - 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
until the display(s) disappear.
AM 530 kHz - 1 710 kHz 10 kHz
To set the brightness of the
General
display
Speaker
Approx. 5.7 cm (2 / inches) dia. 6 Ω
Four levels of brightness are available by pressing 1
4
SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS on the unit. Input
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Power output
3.5 W + 3.5 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Even if brightness level is set to OFF, it will
Supply voltage/Current or power
change to Low while the alarm is occurring.
consumption
About App
120 V AC, 60 Hz, 16 W
For clock back up: 3V DC, CR2032 battery (1)
A dedicated dock App for iPod touch and iPhone
Dimensions
available at Apple App Store.
Approx. 290 mm × 165 mm × 145 mm (w/h/d)
Search for "D-Sappli" and download the free App
(11 / inches × 6 / inches × 5 / inches)
1 1 3
to find out more about the functions. 2 2 4
including projecting parts and controls
You can synchronize time and date from your
Mass
iPhone by simply inserting iPhone on the Dock
Approx. 1.65 kg (3 lb 7 oz) including power
while D-Sappli is activated.
supply unit
Notes
Supplied accessories
 If the App to link with this unit is not
Remote commander (1)
downloaded to your iPod touch/iPhone,
AM loop antenna (1)
a pop-up message prompting you to download
D-Sappli may appear repeatedly. Design and specifications are subject to change
Deactivate the App's link function to stop the without notice.
pop-up message.
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
Esta garantía es válida únicamente en los Estados Unidos.
This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as back-up power source for the clock, which is preset
to EST (Eastern Standard Time) at the factory. And this battery is considered part of the product.