Sony Dream Machine ICF-CD3iP User manual

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
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
as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug
from the AC outlet immediately.
Notice for customers: the following
information is only applicable to equipment
sold in countries applying EU directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo,
Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC
and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
For any service or guarantee matters please refer
to the addresses given in separate service or
guarantee documents.
WARNING

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, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.

Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away
from children.
“CAUTION-CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER
RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED DO NOT VIEW
DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS”
Features
 Brightness control (High/Mid/Low)
 Supplied audio cable for digital music players
 Built-in CD player with CD-R/RW playback
function
 FM/AM 2-band digital tuner
 30 Station Presets (20 FM, 10 AM)
 Automatic Time/Daylight Saving Time Setting
 No Power No Problem Alarm System
 Extendable Snooze time from 10 to 60 min
Precautions

Play the unit on the power source specified in
“Specifications”.

To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead),
pull it out by the plug, not the cord.

The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has
been turned off.

The nameplate and important information
concerning safety are located on the bottom
exterior.

Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,
keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding
or spring-wound watches away from the unit to
prevent possible damage from the magnet.

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 qualified
personnel before operating it any further.

To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened
with a mild detergent solution.

Never touch the wire of the external FM aerial
during a thunderstorm. Furthermore,
immediately disconnect the AC power cord
from the radio.
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY

Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
good contact.

Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.

Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment 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.
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.
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.
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.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made
the following checks, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
The clock flashes “12:00”due to a power
interruption.

The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove
the old battery and install a new one.
The CD, radio, iPod or buzzer alarm does not
sound at the preset alarm time.

Check that “ALARM A” or “ALARM B” is
properly displayed.
The CD, radio or iPod alarm is activated but
no sound comes on at the preset alarm time.

Has VOLUME been adjusted?
The CD player does not operate.

Did you close the CD compartment lid?

Did you insert the disc correctly?
The disc should be inserted with the label side
up.

Dusty or defective disc — Clean the disc with
an optional cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from
the center out.

Take out the CD and leave the CD
compartment open for about an hour to allow
condensation to evaporate.
There is no sound from the iPod.

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.

Adjust the VOLUME.
The iPod cannot be operated with this unit.

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
The iPod cannot be charged.

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
When daylight saving time begins, the clock
does not employ the daylight saving time
automatically.

Make sure the clock is set correctly.

Press and hold CLOCK and BRIGHTNESS
simultaneously for at least two seconds to
employ the DST function.
Specifications
CD player section
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW(This output is
the value measurement at a distance of 200 mm
from the objective lens surface on the optical
pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)
Number of channels
2
Frequency response
20 - 20 000 Hz +1/–2 dB
Wow and flutter
Below measurable limit
iPod section
DC out: 5V
MAX: 500mA (AC only)
Radio section
Frequency range
Band Frequency Channel step
FM 87.5 – 108 MHz 0.05 MHz
AM 531 – 1 611 kHz 9 kHz
General
Time display
12-hour system
Speaker
Approx. 3.8 cm (1 1/2inches) dia. 20 Ω
Input
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Power output
1 W + 1 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
230 V AC, 50 Hz
For clock back up: 3 VDC one CR2032 battery
Dimensions
Approx. 145 × 156.8 × 115.8 mm (w/h/d)
(5 3/4× 6 1/4× 4 5/8inches) not including
projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 13 oz) including power
supply unit
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
AM loop aerial (1)
Audio connecting cable (1)
Universal dock adapter for iPhone (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
4-115-539-32(1)
©2008 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICF-CD3iP
FM/AM CD
Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Preparing the remote
commander
Before using the card remote commander for the
first time, remove the insulation film. (See Fig.
-)
When to replace the battery
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should
last for about six months. When the remote
commander no longer operates the unit, replace
the battery with a new one. (See Fig. -)
Notes

Do not charge the battery.

When you are not going to use the remote
commander for a long time, remove the battery
to avoid any damage caused by leakage and
corrosion.
3Push the exhausted battery out from the
bottom of the battery holder and insert a
new battery with the side facing up.
(See Fig. -)
4Insert the battery holder back into the
unit and secure it with the screw. (See
Fig. -)
5Press CD, iPod&iPhone, RADIO BAND,
AUDIO IN or SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP
OFF to turn “” off in the display.
If the time in the display is
incorrect after the battery is
changed (Reset)
Press the Reset button with a pointed device. The
Reset button is in the small hole located in the
battery compartment.
Note
If you replace the battery, do not disconnect the
plug from the AC outlet. Otherwise, the calendar,
current time, alarm and station presets will be
initialized.
Battery Warning
If the unit is to be left unplugged for a long time,
remove the battery to avoid undue battery
discharge and damage to the unit from battery
leakage.
WARNING
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
If the battery compartment lid comes off
The battery compartment lid is designed to come
off when opened with excessive force. To put it
back on, see the illustration.
1Insert the left hook of the lid into the left
hole in the unit.
2Insert the right hook into the right hole.
3Confirm the lid is securely attached.
Compatible iPod models
The compatible iPod models are as follows.
Update your iPod to use the latest software before
you use it.
iPod 5th
generation (video)
iPod nano 2nd
generation
(aluminum)
iPhone
iPod mini
iPod nano 1st
generation iPod 4th generation
(color display)
iPod 4th
generation
iPod classic
iPod nano 3rd
generation (video)
iPod touch
Notes

In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used
as a general reference for the iPod functions on
the iPod and iPhone, unless otherwise specified
by the text or illustrations.

The connector of the unit is for sole use for
iPod. When you use devices that do not match
with the connector, connect to the AUDIO IN
terminal of this unit with the supplied audio
connecting cable.

Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event
that data recorded to iPod is lost or damaged
when using an iPod connected to this unit.
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.
1Remove only the loop part from the
plastic stand.
2Set up the AM loop aerial.
3Connect the cords to the AM aerial
terminals.
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to
either terminal.
AB
Only insert up
to here.
Insert the cord while
pushing down the
terminal clamp.
4Make 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.
Tip
Adjust the direction of the AM loop aerial for best
AM broadcast sound.

The CD, iPod & iPhone and
VOLUME + buttons have a tactile dot.
CR2025



About the backup
battery
To keep good time, this unit contains one CR2032
battery inside of the unit as a backup power
source.
The battery keeps the clock operating in the event
of a power interruption.
Note for customers in the UK
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory
is powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032
battery. If the “AM 12:00” appears in the display
when the unit is connected to AC outlet for the
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.
Knowing when to replace the
battery
When the battery becomes weak, “” appears in
the display.
If a power interruption occurs while the battery is
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.
Note
If “12:00” flashes in the display when the unit is
connected to AC outlet for the first time, the
battery may be weak. In this case, consult your
Sony dealer.
Replacing the battery
1Open the CD compartment lid. (See Fig.
-)
2Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
outlet and use a screwdriver to remove
the screw that secures the battery holder
at the bottom of the unit. (See Fig. -
)





CR2032

AC power cord
Setting the clock for
the first time
This unit is preset to the current date and time at
the factory, and is powered by the back up battery.
All you need to do the first time is just plug it in.
Note
Though the clock is correctly set at the factory,
discrepancies may arise during transport or
storage. If necessary, set the clock to the correct
time by referring to “Setting the clock manually”.
When daylight saving time
(summer time) begins
This model automatically adjusts for daylight
saving time (summer time).
“ ” is displayed from the beginning of daylight
saving time (summer time) and disappears at the
end of the daylight saving time (summer time)
automatically.
The summer time adjustment is based on GMT
(Greenwich Mean Time).

Summer time begins at: 1:00 AM on the final
Sunday of March.

Standard time begins at: 2:00 AM on the final
Sunday of October.
To cancel Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment during the daylight saving
time (summer time) period
The Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment
can be cancelled.
Press and hold CLOCK and BRIGHTNESS at the
same time while the clock is displayed.
“Auto OFF” appears in the display to show
that Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment
has been cancelled. The display returns to the
clock.
Notes

The change timing of Automatic DST/Summer
Time adjustment employed by the unit (see
above) is subjected to variation by
circumstances and the law in each country/
region. In such a case, cancel the Automatic
DST/Summer Time adjustment and set the
DST display manually as necessary. Customers
living in a country/region that does not use the
daylight saving time (summer time) must
cancel Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment before using the unit.

To activate Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment again, press and hold CLOCK and
BRIGHTNESS at the same time. “Auto → ON”
appears in the display to show that Automatic
DST/Summer Time adjustment has been
activated. The display returns to the clock.
Setting the clock manually
1Plug in the unit.
2Press and hold CLOCK for at least 2
seconds.
The year starts to flash in the display.
3Press ALARM TIME SET + or –
repeatedly to set the year.
4Press CLOCK.
5Repeat steps 3and 4to set the month,
the day, hour, and minute, and then press
CLOCK.
And the seconds start incrementing from zero.
Notes

If you do not press a button for about 1 minute
while setting the clock, the clock setting will be
cancelled.
A calendar is installed in this unit. When the
date is set, a day of the week is automatically
displayed.
SUN = Sunday, MON = Monday,
TUE = Tuesday, WED = Wednesday,
THU = Thursday, FRI = Friday, SAT = Saturday
To display the year and date
Press SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF once for the
date, and within about 3 seconds press it again for
the year.
The display shows the date or year for about 3
seconds and then changes back to the current time.
Setting the brightness
of the display
Three levels of brightness are available by pressing
BRIGHTNESS.
Playing a CD
An 8 cm (3-inch) CD can be played without an
adaptor.
1Open the CD compartment lid and
insert a disc. After placing the disc, close
the lid.
Open
Label side
up
Close the lid
2Press CD .
“CD” appears in the display to indicate the
CD is playing.
3Press VOLUME + or –repeatedly to
adjust the volume.
To Press
Pause CD 
Resume play after pause CD again
Cue to the beginning of the
current track (AMS*)
**
Cue to the next track (AMS*) **
Go back at high speed Hold down 
Go forward at high speed Hold down 
Locate a previous track
(AMS*)
repeatedly**
Locate a succeeding track
(AMS*)
repeatedly**
Stop play 
* AMS = Automatic Music Sensor
**These operations are possible during both play
and pause.
About CD-Rs/CD-RWs
This unit is compatible with CD-Rs/CD-RWs but
playback capability may vary depending on the
quality of the disc, the recording device and
application software.
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
This product is designed to play back discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
To handle compact discs
Correct
Handle the disc by its edge.
Do not touch the surface.
Incorrect
Do not stick paper or
tape on the surface.
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side. However,
since the audio material side does not conform to
the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on
this product is not guaranteed.
Notes
 Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart,
square, star) cannot be played on this unit.
Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do
not use such discs.
 If you press CD when there is no disc in the
CD compartment, “00” flashes for about 5
seconds in the display.
Various Modes of CD Playback
You can play tracks repeatedly or in random
order.
Press MODE.
Each press changes the play mode as follows:
Display Indication Play Mode
None (normal play)
All the tracks are played once.
 
“REP 1” (single repeat)
A single track is played repeatedly.
 
“REP” (all repeat)
All the tracks are played repeatedly.
 
“SHUF” (shuffle play)
All the tracks are played once
in random order.
 
“REP SHUF” (shuffle repeat)
All the tracks are played repeatedly
in random order.
Playing the radio
–Manual tuning
1Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio
and select the AM or FM band.
2Press TUNING +or –to tune in to a
desired frequency.
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or – .
The frequency display is raised or lowered by a
step of 0.1 MHz. (Example: Frequency 88.05 MHz
is displayed as “88.0 MHz”.)
–Preset tuning
You can preset 20 stations for FM and 10 stations
for AM.
Presetting a station
1Follow steps 1 and 2 in “Manual tuning”
to tune the frequency you wish to preset.
2Hold down MEMORY/DISPLAY for at
least 2 seconds.
3Press PRESET + or – to select the preset
number, then press MEMORY/DISPLAY.
The frequency is stored with the selected
preset number.
Example: The following display appears
when you preset FM 105.8 MHz to preset
number 1 for FM.

The display shows the frequency for about 10
seconds, and then returns to the current time.
To preset another station, repeat these steps.
Note
If you try to store another station with the same
preset number, the previously stored station will
be replaced.
–Auto preset tuning
1Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio
and select the AM or FM band.
2Press and hold RADIO BAND until
“Auto” appears in the display.
3Press MEMORY/DISPLAY.
The unit automatically presets the available
channels in order.
Tuning in to a station
1Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio
and select the AM or FM band.
2Press PRESET + or – to select the desired
preset number.
3Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or
–.
Improving the reception
FM: Extend the FM wire aerial fully to
increase reception sensitivity.
AM: Connect the supplied AM loop aerial
to the unit. Rotate the aerial
horizontally for optimum reception.
Tip
If the FM broadcast is noisy, press MODE to turn
off “ST” in the display. The radio becomes clearer
although the sound becomes monaural.
Notes on radio reception

Keep digital music players or mobile phones
away from the AM loop aerial or the FM aerial,
as this may lead to interference of reception.

When you are listening to the radio with an
iPhone connected to the unit, interference with
radio reception may occur.

When you are listening to the radio while
charging an iPod, interference with radio
reception may occur.
Playing an iPod
You can enjoy iPod audio by connecting to this
unit. To use an iPod, refer to the user’s guide of
your iPod.
Notes

The connector of the unit is exclusively for use
with iPod. When you use a device that does not
match the connector, connect it to the AUDIO
IN terminal of this unit with the supplied audio
connecting cable.

Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event
that data recorded on an iPod is lost or
damaged when using an iPod connected to this
unit.

For details of environmental conditions for
operating your iPod, check the website of Apple
Inc.
1Push the iPod lid to open the iPod
connector.
2Attach the Apple iPod Universal Dock
Adapter (not supplied) to your iPod and
insert into the connector of the unit. If
you are using an iPhone, attach the
supplied universal dock adapter for
iPhone before inserting into the
connector.
3Press iPod & iPhone .
The iPod begins to play automatically.
You can operate the connected iPod by this
unit or the iPod buttons.
4Adjust the volume using VOLUME +or
–.
To Press
Turn off the iPod OFF, or press and
hold iPod &
iPhone 
Pause playback iPod & iPhone

To resume play,
press it again.
Go to the next track 
Go back to the previous
track
*
Locate a point while
listening to the sound
(forward) or
(backward)
while playing and
hold it until you
find the point.
To Press
Locate a point while
observing the display
(forward) or
(backward)
in pause and hold
it until you find
the point.
Go back to the previous
menu
MENU**
Select a menu item or a
track for playback
/**
Execute the selected menu
or begin playback
ENTER**
* During playback, this operation goes back to
the beginning of the current track. To go back
to the previous track, press twice.
**These operations are available only when using
the supplied remote commander.
Notes

When inserting an iPod into the unit, be sure to
use the universal dock adapter supplied with
your iPod or commercially available from Apple
Inc.

When inserting an iPhone into the unit, be sure to
use the universal dock adapter supplied with the
unit or commercially available from Apple Inc.

When placing or removing the iPod, hold the
iPod at the same angle as that of the connector
on this unit and do not twist or bend the iPod
to prevent connector damage.

Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the
connector. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

When placing or removing the iPod, brace the
unit with one hand and take care not to press
the controls of the iPod by mistake.

Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback.
To use the unit as a battery charger
You can use the unit as a battery charger.
The charging begins when the iPod is placed on
the connector.
The charging status appears in the iPod display.
For details, see the user’s guide of your iPod.
Note
Charging for connected iPod is not available
when you are listening to the radio at volume
level 16 or more.
On copyrights

iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.

iPhone is trademark of Apple Inc.

All other trademarks and registered trademarks
are of their respective holders. In this manual,
™and ®marks are not specified.
Setting the alarm
This CD clock radio is equipped with 4 alarm
modes—CD, iPod, radio and buzzer. Before
setting the alarm, make sure to set the clock (see
“Setting the clock for the first time”).
To Set the alarm
1Press and hold ALARMTIME SET A or
Bfor at least 2 seconds.
“WAKE UP” appears and the hour flashes in
display.
2Press ALARM TIME SET + or –
repeatedly until the desired hour appears.
To set the hour rapidly, hold down ALARM
TIME SET + or –.
3Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The minute flashes.
4Repeat step 2to set the minute.
5Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The days of the week blink.
6Repeat step 2to set the days of the week.
You can select the days from the following
three options:
Every day: SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI
SAT
Week day: MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
Week end: SUN SAT
7Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The alarm mode setting is entered.
8Press ALARM TIME SET + or –
repeatedly until the desired alarm mode
flashes.
You can choose one mode among “CD”,
“iPod”, “RADIO” and “BUZZER”. Set the
alarm mode as follows:
– CD: see “Setting the CD alarm”.
– iPod: see “Setting the iPod alarm”.
– RADIO: see “Setting the radio alarm”.
– BUZZER: see “Setting the buzzer alarm”.
Setting the CD alarm
For the CD alarm, the track you specified as the
wake-up track is played first. (If the CD play
mode is set to “SHUFFLE” or “SHUFFLE REP”,
all the tracks will be played in random order.)
1Perform steps 1to 8in “To set the
alarm”.
2Press ALARM TIME SET A or Bto select
“CD” alarm mode.
“VOL” and “TRCK” appear in the display.
3Press ALARM TIME SET + or –to adjust
the volume.
4Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
Track number flashes.
5Press ALARM TIME SET + or –to select
the desired track number.
6Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The setting is entered. When “A” or “B” does
not appear in the display, press ALARM TIME
SET A or Bagain. The CD will play at the set
time.
Note
If the CD alarm does not operate because a disc
error occurred, there is no disc, or the CD
compartment lid is open, the buzzer alarm will
operate instead.
Setting the iPod alarm
1Perform steps 1to 8in “To set the
alarm”.
2Press ALARM TIME SET A or Bto select
“iPod” alarm mode.
“VOL” appears in the display.
3Press ALARM TIME SET + or –to adjust
the volume.
4Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The setting is entered. When “A” or “B” does
not appear with “iPod” in the display, press
ALARM TIME SET A or Bagain.
The iPod will sound at the set time.
When using iPod touch/iPhone
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To use music stored in an iPod touch/iPhone to
wake up, put the iPod touch/iPhone to the unit
first, follow the steps above to set alarm time,
and then select the music function.
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If you set the iPod alarm while iPod touch/
iPhone music is playing, and then turn the unit
power off, when the alarm time comes on, the
alarm music will start.
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Even if the iPod alarm setting is complete, if
you turn the iPod touch/iPhone power off
before the unit, the iPod alarm will not work.
Setting the radio alarm
1Perform steps 1to 8in “To set the
alarm”.
2Press ALARM TIME SET A or Bto select
“RADIO” alarm mode.
“VOL” and “PRESET” appears in the display.
3Press ALARM TIME SET + or –to adjust
the volume.
4Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
Band (“FM” or “AM”) flashes.
5Press ALARM TIME SET + or –to select
the desired band.
“– –” is the last station received.
6Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
Preset number flashes.
7Press ALARM TIME SET + or –to select
the desired preset number.
The setting is entered.
When “A” or “B” does not appear with
“RADIO” in the display, press ALARM TIME
SET A or Bagain.
The radio will turn on at the set time.
Setting the Buzzer Alarm
1Perform steps 1to 8in “To set the
alarm”.
2Press ALARM TIME SET A or Bto select
“BUZZER” alarm mode.
The setting is entered. When “A” or “B” does
not appear in the display, press ALARM TIME
SET A or Bagain.
The buzzer will sound at the set time.
Note
The volume cannot be set for the buzzer alarm.
To confirm an alarm setting
Press ALARM/TIME SET + or –. The setting will
be displayed for 4 seconds.
To change an alarm setting
Press and hold ALARM/TIME SET + more than
2 seconds to move the alarm time forwards. Press
and hold ALARM/TIME SET – more than
2 seconds to move the alarm time backwards.
When you release the button, the changed time
will be displayed for 2 seconds. To change the
alarm time again, press ALARM/TIME SET +or –
within these 2 seconds, otherwise the setting
change will be fixed as displayed.
To doze for a few more minutes
Press SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF.
The sound turns off but will automatically come
on again after about 10 minutes.
You can change the snooze time by pressing
SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF repeatedly
within 3 seconds.
The maximum length of the snooze time is 60
minutes.
To stop the alarm
Press OFF/ALARM RESET to turn off the
alarm.
The alarm will sound again at the same time the
next day.
To deactivate the alarm
Press ALARM/TIME SET A or Bto turn off
the ALARM A or Bindicator from the
display.
Notes on alarm in the event of a power
interruption
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When the alarm sound is set to RADIO, CD, or
iPod, it will change to “BUZZER” automatically.
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If the backup battery is exhausted, the alarm
will not work in the event of power
interruption. Replace the battery periodically.
Setting the sleep timer
You can fall asleep to the sound using the built-in
sleep timer that turns off the unit automatically
after a preset duration.
1Press SLEEP while the unit is turned on.
SLEEP appears in the display.
2Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer
duration.
Each time you press SLEEP, the duration of
minutes changes as follows:
90 60 30 15
OFF
The display returns to clock mode four
seconds after you have finished setting the
duration setting and released SLEEP, and then
the sleep timer starts.
The unit will play for the duration you set, and
then shut off.
To turn off the unit before the preset
time
Press SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF or
OFF/ALARM RESET.
To change the sleep timer setting
You can press SLEEP repeatedly to select the
desired sleep timer setting even after the sleep
timer has been activated.
To deactivate the sleep timer
Press SLEEP repeatedly to set the sleep timer to
“OFF” in step 2.
Note
These operations are available only when using
the remote commander.
Connecting external
equipment
To listen to sound
1Connect the AUDIO IN jack of the unit
to the line out jack or headphone jack of
the external equipment using the audio
connecting cable (supplied).
2Press AUDIO IN to display “AUDIO IN”.
3Play the equipment connected to the
AUDIO IN jack.
4Adjust the volume using VOLUME +or -.
To return to the radio
Press RADIO BAND.
The frequency is shown in the display.
To return to the CD
Press CD .
To return to the iPod
Press iPod & iPhone .
To stop listening
Press OFF, and stop playback on the connected
unit.
Notes
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Refer also to the connected equipment’s manual.
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The supplied audio connecting cable may not
be used with some external equipment. In this
case, use a cord suitable for the external
equipment you are using.
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When you listen to the radio with external
equipment connected, turn off the connected
equipment to prevent noise. If noise occurs,
even when the equipment is turned off,
disconnect and place the external equipment
away from the unit.
The CD, iPod & iPhone andVOLUME + buttons have a tactile dot.
FM wire aerial