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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.
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.
The nameplate and important information
concerning safety are located on the bottom
exterior.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same 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.
Precautions
Operate the unit on the power source specified
in “Specifications.”
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 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.
Applicable accessory: Remote Commander.
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.
Features
DAB/DAB
+
/FM Tuner
Wake or Sleep to iPod/Radio
MEGA BASS/MEGA Xpand
Dual Alarm (A/B)
Brightness control (High/Middle/Low/OFF)
Wireless Remote Commander
No Power No Problem alarm system to keep
the clock and the alarm operating during a
power interruption with a CR2032 battery
installed.
Specifications
Time display
Switching between 12-hour system (default) and
24-hour system
Section for iPod
DC out: 5V
MAX: 500mA
Radio section
Frequency range
Band Frequency Channel step
DAB
(Band-III)
174.928 MHz -
239.200 MHz
FM 87.5 MHz -
108 MHz
0.05 MHz
DAB (Band-III) frequency table (MHz)
No. Channel Frequency
1 5A 174.928
2 5B 176.640
3 5C 178.352
4 5D 180.064
5 6A 181.936
6 6B 183.648
7 6C 185.360
8 6D 187.072
9 7A 188.928
10 7B 190.640
11 7C 192.352
12 7D 194.064
13 8A 195.936
14 8B 197.648
15 8C 199.360
16 8D 201.072
17 9A 202.928
No. Channel Frequency
18 9B 204.640
19 9C 206.352
20 9D 208.064
21 10A 209.936
22 10B 211.648
23 10C 213.360
24 10D 215.072
25 11A 216.928
26 11B 218.640
27 11C 220.352
28 11D 222.064
29 12A 223.936
30 12B 225.648
31 12C 227.360
32 12D 229.072
33 13A 230.784
34 13B 232.496
35 13C 234.208
36 13D 235.776
37 13E 237.488
38 13F 239.200
General
Speaker
Approx. 5.7 cm (2
1
/
4
inches) dia. 6 Ω
Input
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Power output
3.5 W + 3.5 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
230 V AC, 50 Hz
For clock back up: 3V DC, CR2032 battery (1)
Dimensions
Approx. 290.5 mm × 152.0 mm × 139.5 mm (w/h/d)
(11
3
/
8
inches × 5
15
/
16
inches × 5
1
/
2
inches)
including projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 1.7 kg (3 lb 12 oz) including power
supply unit
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (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
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
1st generation
iPod nano
3rd generation
(video)
iPod
5th generation
(video)
iPod classic
iPhone 3GS
iPod touch
2nd generation
iPod nano
4th generation
(video)
iPod nano
1st generation
iPhone 4
iPod
4th generation
iPod touch
3rd generation
iPod nano
5th generation
(video camera)
iPod nano
2nd generation
(aluminum)
iPod
4th generation
(color display)
iPod mini
4-199-738-13(1)
To know 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 settings will be
erased.
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire or
explosion.
To replace the battery
1 Keep the AC plug connected to the AC
outlet, remove the screw that secures the
battery compartment lid at the bottom of
the unit using a screwdriver, and open
the lid (see Fig. ).
2 Remove the old battery and insert a new
one in the battery compartment with the
side facing up (see Fig. ).
3 Replace the battery compartment lid and
secure it with the screw (see Fig. ).
4 Press iPod & iPhone , DAB/FM,
AUDIO IN or SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP
OFF to turn “” off in the display.
Note
Do not disconnect the plug from the AC outlet,
when you replace the battery. Otherwise, the
calendar, current time, alarm settings and station
presets will be erased.
Reset button
with the side
facing up
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 (see Fig. ).
Setting the clock for
the first time
When the first time after purchase, do the
following.
iPhone 3G
iPhone
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 jack 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.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made
the following checks, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
The clock flashes “AM 12:00” or “0:00” due to
a power interruption.
The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove
the old battery and install a new one.
Make sure to remove the insulation film of the
backup battery before use.
The alarm of radio, iPod or buzzer does not
sound at the preset alarm time.
Check that alarm “A” or alarm “B” is properly
displayed.
The alarm of radio or 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.
Preparing the remote
commander
Before using the remote commander for the first
time, remove the insulation film.
To know 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.
About the backup
battery
To keep accurate time, this unit contains a
CR2032 battery as a backup power source.
The battery keeps the clock and the alarm
operating in the event of a power interruption.
1 Remove the insulation film of the backup
battery at the bottom of the unit.
2 Extend the wire aerial fully.
3 Plug in the unit.
“AM 12:00” and “FRI 01-01-2010” flash for
about 2 seconds, then “Scanning...” appears in
the display.
The unit will automatically scan and create a
list of receivable DAB broadcasts. The services
are stored in the list in alphabetical order.
When scanning is finished, the unit gets the time
from the DAB data of the first station received.
The current time appears in the display.
Notes
If no broadcasts are found by the DAB scan,
“NO STATION FOUND” appears for about
2 seconds, then “AM 12:00” flashes in the
display. The clock cannot be set. In this case, set
the clock manually (see “Setting the clock
manually”).
If the system clock is already running (has been
set manually or synchronized from DAB
before), the system will not try to enter the
DAB function automatically when powering on
the unit.
The clock time cannot be set via DAB data if it
is within an hour ahead or behind the start or
end of daylight saving time (summer time). In
this case, power on the unit at another time
setting, or set the clock manually (see “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 daylight saving time (summer time)
adjustment is based on GMT (Greenwich Mean
Time).
Tips
Daylight saving 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 Auto DST/summer time
adjustment during the daylight saving
time (summer time) period
The Auto DST/summer time adjustment can be
canceled.
Press MENU and SELECT or to select the
“Auto DST,” and then press ENTER. Press SELECT
or to select “OFF,” and then press ENTER
again. The “ ” mark disappears from the display.
The time returns to standard time.
To activate Auto DST/summer time
adjustment again
Press MENU and SELECT or to select the
“Auto DST,” and then press ENTER. Press SELECT
or to select “ON,” and then press ENTER again.
The “ ” mark appears in the display. The time
returns to summer time.
Setting the clock manually
Do the following if DAB broadcast is not available
(depending on area). The time setting mode by
DAB becomes invalid.
1 Plug in the unit.
2 Press MENU and SELECT or to select
“Date & Time,” and then press ENTER.
The year flashes in the display.
3 Press SELECT or to set the year, and
then press ENTER.
4 Repeat step 3 to set the month, day, hour
and minute.
The seconds start incrementing from zero.
2 Press TUNING + or – (TUNE + or – on the
remote) to turn to the desired service or
station.
If a selected DAB service has finished
broadcasting, sound stops and “NO
SERVICE” appears. In this case, press
TUNING + or – (TUNE + or – on the
remote) to select another service.
3 Adjust volume using VOLUME + or –
(VOL + or – on the remote).
To turn off the radio, press OFF.
Note
MENU and TUNING + or – are not available when
“Tuning…” is displayed.
Note on FM usage
The frequency step is set to 0.05 MHz on FM.
Note on DAB usage
“NO SERVICE” appears when the selected service
cannot be received.
About the SC (Secondary Component)
If the selected primary component has a
secondary component, “SC” flashes in the display.
Press
TUNING +
or
–
(
TUNE +
or
–
on the
remote) to receive the desired secondary
component. “SC” lights up while the secondary
component is being received.
Note
When the selected secondary component is
finished, the unit returns automatically to the
primary component.
Presetting your favourite
services or stations
You can preset up to 10 services in DAB (5 services
in DAB1, 5 services in DAB2) and 10 stations in
FM (5 stations in FM1, 5 stations in FM2).
Presetting services or stations
1 Follow steps 1 to 2 in “Operating the
radio” and manually tune in to the
station you want to preset.
2 Press and hold the favourite STATION
SELECT PRESET 1 to 5 button on the
unit.
“PRESET” and the number flash for about
2 seconds in the display, then change to fully
lit. The service or station is stored.
Notes
To preset another service or station, repeat
these steps.
To change the preset service or station, tune in
to the desired service or station and repeat steps
1 and 2. The new service or station will replace
the previous service or station.
Tuning in to a preset service or station
1 Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
desired band.
2 Press one of the STATION SELECT
PRESET buttons on the unit where the
desired service or station is stored.
When the service or station is not registered,
“PRESET BLANK” appears in the display.
The preset station can also be selected by
PRESET + or – on the remote.
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
(VOL + or – on the remote).
Notes
If there are no preset stations, “PRESET
BLANK” will appear when you press PRESET +
or – on the remote.
If there is only one preset station, its preset
number will flash each time you press PRESET
+ or – on the remote.
Auto preset tuning (FM only)
1 Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
FM band.
2 Press MENU and SELECT or to select
“Auto Preset,” and then press ENTER.
3 Press SELECT or to select “Yes,” and
then press ENTER.
The unit automatically presets the available
channels for both FM1 and FM2 in order.
Tip
To stop auto preset tuning, press OFF.
Notes
The clock setting is available in clock state only.
(When using radio, iPod or AUDIO IN, press
OFF to set the clock.)
If you do not press any button for about
1 minute while setting the clock, the clock
setting will be canceled.
A 100-year calendar (2010 - 2109) is installed in
the unit. When the date is set, the day of the
week is automatically displayed.
MON = Monday, TUE = Tuesday,
WED = Wednesday, THU = Thursday,
FRI = Friday, SAT = Saturday, SUN = Sunday
To change the time format
You can choose a time format between 12-hour
system (default) and 24-hour system.
1 Press
MENU
and
SELECT
or to select
“Time Format,” and then press
ENTER
.
2 Press
SELECT
or to select the desired time
format, and then press
ENTER
.
The time format toggles between 12-hour
system (“AM 12:00” = midnight) and 24-hour
system (“0:00” = midnight).
To change the date format
1 Press
MENU
and
SELECT
or to select
“Date Format,” and then press
ENTER
.
2 Press
SELECT
or to select the desired
date format, and then press
ENTER
.
To display the year and date when
using radio
Press SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF (SNOOZE on
the remote).
After a few seconds, the display will change back
to the current service or station automatically.
Setting the brightness
of the display
Four levels of brightness are available by pressing
BRIGHTNESS.
Even if brightness level is set to OFF, it will
change to Middle while the alarm is sounding.
Improving the reception
DAB Band-III/FM
Extend the wire aerial fully to increase reception
sensitivity.
Keep the wire aerial away from AC power cord.
Do not bundle the wire aerial and AC power cord
together.
For DAB reception, press DISPLAY to show the
signal strength in order to rotate the aerial for
optimum reception.
Notes on radio reception
Keep digital music players or mobile phones
away from the aerial, as this may lead to
reception interference.
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.
Tip
If an FM broadcast is noisy, press MENU and
SELECT or to select “Mode,” and then press
ENTER. Press SELECT or to select “Mono,” and
then press ENTER again. “MONO” appears in the
display and the radio will play in monaural and
the sound will become clearer.
Operating the radio
The unit can receive DAB service and FM stations.
1 Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
desired band.
Each press changes the band as follows:
DAB1
DAB2
FM2
FM1
FM1 and FM2 or DAB1 and DAB2 are the
same frequency bands.
If a list of receivable DAB broadcasts has not
been created when you select DAB1 or DAB2,
“Scanning…” will appear in the display, and
the unit starts scanning automatically.
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