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e model number and the serial number are located on the
bottom.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer
to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. ICF-CD3iP
Serial No. ________________________________
For customers who purchased this product in the
USA
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unlikely event that the product needs adjustment
or modication. ank you.
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 opening of the apparatus with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not
place the naked flame sources such as 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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
is symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
may be of sucient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
is symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CLASS1M INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN DO NOT VIEW DIRECTRY
WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
WARNING
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 battery to excessive heat
such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away
from children.
Important Safety
Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
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
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
For the state of california, USA only
Perchlorate Material –special handling may apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate
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 to keep
the clock and the alarm operating during a
power interruption with a CR2032 battery
installed
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
antenna 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.
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 “AM 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 alarm of iPod 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/
TIME ZONE simultaneously for at least two
seconds to employ the DST function.
Specifications
Audio power specifications
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION
With 20-ohm loads, both channels driven from
150-10,000 kHz; rated 0.7W per channel-
minimum RMS, with no more than 10% total
harmonic distortion.
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
4-270-865-12(1)
©2008 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ICF-CD3iP
FM/AM CD
Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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.
Connecting the
antenna
To connect the AM loop
antenna
The shape and the length of the antenna is
designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle
or roll up the antenna.
1 Remove only the loop part from the
plastic stand.
2 Set up the AM loop antenna.
3 Connect the cords to the AM antenna
terminals.
Cord (A) or cord (B) can be connected to
either terminal.
A
B
Only insert up
to here.
Insert the cord while
pushing down the
terminal clamp.
4 Make sure the AM loop antenna is
connected firmly by pulling softly.
Adjusting the AM loop antenna
Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception.
Do not place the AM loop antenna near the
unit or other AV equipment, as noise may
result.
Tip
Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for
best AM broadcast sound.
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.
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 erased.
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2032 lithium
battery. Use of another battery may cause a fire or
explosion.
Note
If “AM 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
1 Open the CD compartment lid. (See Fig.
-)
2 Keep 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. -
)
3 Push the exhausted battery out from the
bottom of the battery holder and insert a
new battery with the side facing up.
(See Fig. -)
4 Insert the battery holder back into the
unit and secure it with the screw. (See
Fig. -)
5 Press CD, iPod&iPhone, RADIO BAND,
AUDIO IN or SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP
OFF to turn “” off in the display.
Section for iPod
DC out: 5V
MAX: 500mA (AC only)
Radio section
Frequency range
Band Frequency Channel step
FM 87.5 – 108 MHz 0.1 MHz
AM 530 – 1 710 kHz 10 kHz
General
Speaker
Approx. 3.8 cm (1
1
/
2
inches) 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
120 V AC, 60 Hz
For clock back up: 3V DC, one CR2032 battery
Dimensions
Approx. 145 × 156.8 × 115.8 mm (w/h/d)
(5
3
/
4
× 6
1
/
4
× 4
5
/
8
inches) 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 antenna (1)
Audio connecting cable (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 3GS &
iPhone 3G (1)
Universal Dock Adapter for iPhone 4S & 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 (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod touch (2nd generation)
iPod touch (1st generation)
iPod nano (6th generation)*
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)
iPod nano (2nd generation)
iPod nano (1st generation)
iPod with video
iPod with color display
iPod with click wheel
iPod classic
iPod mini
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G
iPhone
* The iPod nano (6th generation) cannot be
controlled by the remote when the command of
“MENU,” “,” “,” and “ENTER” is pressed.
Notes
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used
as a general reference to functions of iPod 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.
The CD, iPod & iPhone and
VOLUME + buttons have a tactile dot.
CR2025
No Power No Problem 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.
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
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.
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.
1 Insert the left hook of the lid into the left
hole in the unit.
2 Insert the right hook into the right hole.
3 Confirm the lid is securely attached.
CR2032