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.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
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.
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
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,
108-0075 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.
Features
Wake or sleep to iPod/Radio
Dual Alarm
FM/AM 2-band digital synthesized tuner
30 Station Presets (20 FM. 10 AM)
Brightness Control (High/Mid/Low)
Extendable Snooze system from 10 to 60 min
No Power No Problem alarm system to keep
the clock and the alarm operating during a
power interruption with a CR2032 battery
installed
Precautions
Operate 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 unit itself has been
turned off.
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.
Specifications
Section for iPodDC out: 5V
MAX: 500mA
Radio sectionFrequency range
Band Frequency Channel step
FM 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz 0.05 MHz
AM 531 kHz – 1 602 kHz 9 kHz
GeneralSpeaker
Approx. 3.8 cm (1 1/2 inches) dia. 8 Ω
Input
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Power output
0.8 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
230 V AC, 50 Hz
For clock back up: 3V DC, one CR2032 battery
DimensionsApprox. 115 mm × 124.7 mm × 97.1 mm (w/h/d)
(4 9/16 inches × 4 15/16 inches × 3 7/8 inches) not
including projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 520 g (1 lb 2.3 oz) including power
supply unit
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
AM loop aerial (1)
Audio connecting cable (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 3G & iPhone
3GS (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 4 (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Compatible iPod/
iPhone models
Compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows.
Update your iPod/iPhone to use the latest
software before you use it.
iPod touch
3rd generation
iPod touch
2nd generation
iPod touch
1st generation
iPod nano
5th generation
(video camera)
iPod nano
4th generation
(video)
iPod nano
3rd generation
(video)
iPod nano
2nd generation
(aluminum)
iPod nano
1st generation iPod
5th generation
(video)
iPod
4th generation
(color display)
iPod
4th generation
iPod classic
iPod mini
iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G iPhone
4-139-836-94(1) About the backup
battery
To keep accurate time, this unit contains a
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 batteryWhen 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 erased.
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire or
explosion.
Replacing the battery1 Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
outlet, remove the screw that secures the battery holder at the bottom of the unit using a screwdriver, and remove the battery holder.2
Replace a new battery in the battery holder with the side facing up.3 Insert the battery holder back into the
unit and secure it with the screw.4 Press iPod & iPhone , RADIO
BAND, AUDIO IN or SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF to turn “” off in the display.Note
When you replace the battery, do not disconnect
the plug from the AC outlet. Otherwise, the
calendar, current time, alarm and station presets
will be erased.
CR2032
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 near the
battery holder.
Notes
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used
as a general reference to functions of iPod on an
iPod or iPhone, unless otherwise specified by
the text or illustrations.
The connector of the unit is for sole use with an
iPod. If 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 an iPod is lost or damaged
when using an iPod connected to this unit.
Connecting the aerial
To connect the AM loop aerialThe 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.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.
4 Make sure the AM loop aerial is
connected firmly by pulling softly.Adjusting the AM loop aerialFind 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.
Preparing the remote
commander
Before using the card remote commander for the
first time, remove the insulation film.
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.
CR2025
Notes
Do not attempt to charge the battery.
If you are not going to use the remote
commander for a long time, remove the battery
to avoid any damage that may be caused by
leakage and corrosion.
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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.
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.
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 “AM12:00” due to a power
interruption.
The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove
the old battery and install a new one.
The radio, iPod or buzzer alarm does not
sound at the preset alarm time.
Check that alarm “A” or alarm “B” is properly
displayed.
The radio or alarm of iPod is activated but no
sound comes on at the preset alarm time.
Check the alarm volume setting.
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 SNOOZE/DATE/
SLEEP OFF simultaneously for at least
2 seconds to activate the Automatic DST
function.
No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.