Sony ICF-C8WM - Manuel

English
Owner’s Record
(U.S. only)
The 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-C8WM
Serial No. ________________________________
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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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same type.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
NOTE
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
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
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.
Features
 Clock Radio with “WALKMAN” / Sony
Ericsson Phone compatible
 Wake or Sleep to “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson
Phone / Radio
 Easy to set A-B alarm
 2-5-7 day alarm
 LCD Brightness control
 Wireless Remote commander
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.
4-155-637-11(1)
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.
Note for customers in
Canada
The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory
is powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032
battery. If the “AM 12:00” appears on 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 Canada” (in this
instruction) to a Sony dealer in order to validate
the warranty for this product.
Note for customers in the
USA
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.
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.
Replacing the battery
1 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 (see Fig.).
2 Replace a new battery in the battery holder
with the  side facing up (see Fig.).
3 Insert the battery holder back into the
unit and secure it with the screw
(see Fig.).
4 Press  (play), 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 initialized.
Reset button


 CR2032
If the time in the display is
incorrect after the battery is
changed (Reset)
Press the reset button with a pointed instrument.
The reset button is in the small hole located near
the battery holder.
Compatible
“WALKMAN” models
Use the Oval attachment (supplied with your
“WALKMAN”) when you connect it to this unit.
If the Oval attachment is not supplied with your
“WALKMAN,” use one of the attachments
supplied with this unit. “WALKMAN” models
compatible with this unit are as follows.
Models using the Oval attachment
(supplied with your “WALKMAN”)
NWZ-E440 series: NWZ-E443/E444/E445/
E443K/E444K
NWZ-S540 series: NWZ-S544/S545
Models using the Type A attachment
(supplied with this unit)
NWZ-E430 series: NWZ-E435F/E436F/E438F
NWZ-S630 series: NWZ-S636F/S638F/S639F/
S636FK
NWZ-S730 series: NWZ-S736F/S738F/S739F
NWZ-A720 series: NWZ-A726/A726B/A728/
A728B/A729
NW-A800 series: NW-A808/A806/A805
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.
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.
©2009 Sony Corporation Printed in China
FM/AM
Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi (au dos)
ICF-C8WM
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Dream Machine est une marque de fabrique de Sony Corporation.
— 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.
 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
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.
 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.
No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
No Power No Problem est une marque de fabrique de Sony Corporation.
The  (play) and VOLUME + buttons have a tactile dot.
The “ ” mark in the display indicates that the “WALKMAN” or Sony Ericsson Phone function
is activated.
AC power
cord
FM wire antenna
The  and VOL + buttons have a tactile dot.
 To activate Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment again, press and hold CLOCK and
SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP OFF at the same time
at least 2 seconds.
“ ” and “On” appear in the display to show
that Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment
has been activated. The display returns to the
clock.
Setting the clock manually
1 Plug in the unit.
2 Press and hold CLOCK for at least 2
seconds.
The year starts to flash in the display.
3 Press ALARM TIME SET + or –
repeatedly to set the year.
4 Press CLOCK.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the month,
day, hour and minute, and then press
CLOCK.
The seconds start incrementing from zero.
Notes
 If you do not press any button for about
1 minute while setting the clock, the clock
setting will be canceled.
 A calendar is installed in this unit. When the
date is set, the 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 press it again for the year.
After a while, the display will change back to the
current time automatically.
Setting the brightness
of the display
Three levels of brightness are available by pressing
BRIGHTNESS/TIME ZONE.
Playing the radio
–Manual tuning
1 Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio
and select the AM or FM band.
2 Press TUNING + or – (TUNE + or – on
the remote) to tune in to a desired
frequency.
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or
– (VOL + or – on the remote).
Tuning in to a station
The unit automatically scans AM or FM stations.
1 Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio
to select the AM or FM band.
2 Press and hold TUNING + or – (TUNE +
or – on the remote).
+: scans upward through the frequency bands.
–: scans downwards through the frequency
bands.
Scanning starts from the currently-tuned
frequency. When a station is received,
scanning stops.
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME +
or – (VOL + or – on the remote).
–Preset tuning
You can preset 20 stations for FM and 10 stations
for AM.
Presetting a station
1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in “Manual tuning”
to tune the frequency you wish to preset.
2 Press and hold DISPLAY/MEMORY for
at least 2 seconds.
3 Press PRESET + or – to select the preset
number, then press DISPLAY/MEMORY.
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.
Tuning in to a preset station
1 Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio
and select the AM or FM band.
2 Press PRESET + or – to select the desired
preset number.
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or
– (VOL + or – on the remote).
–Auto preset tuning
1 Press RADIO BAND to turn on the radio
and select the AM or FM band.
2 Press and hold RADIO BAND until “AP”
appears in the display.
3 Press DISPLAY/MEMORY.
The unit automatically presets the available
channels in order.
Improving the reception
FM:
Extend the FM wire antenna fully to increase
reception sensitivity.
AM:
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the
unit. Rotate the antenna horizontally for
optimum reception.
Notes on radio reception
 Keep digital music players or mobile phones
away from the AM loop antenna or the FM
antenna, as this may lead to reception
interference.
 When you are listening to the radio with a Sony
Ericsson Phone connected to the unit,
interference with radio reception may occur.
 When you are listening to the radio while
charging a “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson
Phone, interference with radio reception may
occur.
Playing a “WALKMAN”
/ Sony Ericsson Phone
You can enjoy “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson
Phone music by connecting to this unit. To use a
“WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone, refer to the
user’s guide of your “WALKMAN” / Sony
Ericsson Phone.
To select the connector of the
“WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson
Phone
This unit has two connectors for a “WALKMAN”
and a Sony Ericsson Phone.
Select the connector before using “WALKMAN” /
Sony Ericsson Phone according to the following
procedures.
Note
A “WALKMAN” and Sony Ericsson Phone
cannot be used at the same time.
1 Pull the Docking Tray all the way out.
“WALKMAN” connector
Sony Ericsson Phone connector
2 Press SELECT to select the
“WALKMAN” or Sony Ericsson Phone
connector.
The indicator turns on to indicate the
“WALKMAN” or Sony Ericsson Phone
connector is activated.
Note
The Sony Ericsson Phone connector is selected by
the default setting.
To Play a “WALKMAN”
1 Choose the “WALKMAN” attachment
that fits your “WALKMAN” (see
“Compatible “WALKMAN” models”).
2 Insert the tab on the left side of the
attachment (A) into the left slot in the
“WALKMAN” connector, and then press
down into the unit (B).
3 Set your “WALKMAN” on the unit.
The connector indicator blinks for a few
seconds and then stays lit.
Notes
 The unit cannot operate while the connector
indicator is blinking.
 If the indicator does not stay lit, remove the
“WALKMAN” and set again.
 When removing the “WALKMAN,” hold the
Docking Tray securely with one hand.
4 Press  (play).
“ ” appears in the display.
The “WALKMAN” begins to play
automatically. You can operate the connected
“WALKMAN” by this unit or the
“WALKMAN” buttons.
5 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or
– (VOL + or – on the remote).
To Press
Stop playback OFF
Go to the next track  (forward)
Go back to the previous
track
 (backward)
Locate a point while
listening to the sound
 (forward) or
 (backward)
while playing and
hold it until you
find the point.
Tip
To remove the “WALKMAN” attachment, press
firmly down on the area marked (ooo) (A), and
remove (B), as shown in the illustration.
To Play a Sony Ericsson
Phone
1 Set your Sony Ericsson Phone on the
unit.
The connector indicator blinks in a few
seconds and then stays lit (green).
When your Sony Ericsson Phone is off, or if it
is listed in “Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone
models” c , the indicator will turn red. In
this case, only battery charge function will be
available (see “To use the unit as a battery
charger”).
Notes
 The unit cannot operate while the connector
indicator is blinking.
 If the indicator does not stay lit, remove the
Sony Ericsson Phone and set again.
 Set Bluetooth function to off on the Sony
Ericsson Phone.
2 Press  (play).
“ ” appears in the display.
The Sony Ericsson Phone begins to play
automatically. You can operate the connected
Sony Ericsson Phone by this unit or the Sony
Ericsson Phone buttons.
Note
If the Sony Ericsson Phone is listed in
“Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone models” b,
certain operations may not be performed by the
buttons on this unit. In this case, operate with the
buttons on the Sony Ericsson Phone.
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or
– (VOL + or – on the remote).
To Press
Stop playback OFF
Go to the next track  (forward)
Go back to the previous
track
 (backward)
Locate a point while
listening to the sound*
 (forward) or
 (backward)
while playing and
hold it until you
find the point.
* This function may not be available on some
models. If the function does not work, press
 (play) to cancel.
Notes
 The volume may be low when the volume of
Sony Ericsson Phone is set to low. In this case,
adjust the volume of Sony Ericsson Phone.
 When removing the Sony Ericsson Phone, hold
the Docking Tray securely with one hand and
tilt the phone forward.
To use the unit as a battery
charger
You can use the unit as a battery charger.
Charging begins when the “WALKMAN” or Sony
Ericsson Phone is connected to the unit.
Charging status appears in the “WALKMAN” or
Sony Ericsson Phone display. For details, see the
user’s guide of your “WALKMAN” or Sony
Ericsson Phone.
Note
A “WALKMAN” and Sony Ericsson Phone
cannot be charged at the same time. Only the
selected device (connector indicator on) can be
charged.
Setting the alarm
This clock radio is equipped with 3 alarm
modes—“WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone,
radio and buzzer. Before setting the alarm, make
sure to set the clock (see “Setting the clock for the
first time”).
Note
Alarm function is available only for the models
listed in “Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone
models” a.
To set the alarm
1 Press and hold ALARM TIME SET A or
B for at least 2 seconds.
“WAKE UP” appears and the hour flashes in
the display.
2 Press ALARM TIME SET + or –
repeatedly until the desired hour
appears.
To cycle the hour rapidly, press and hold
ALARM TIME SET + or –.
3 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The minute flashes.
4 Repeat step 2 to set the minute.
5 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The days of the week flash.
6 Repeat step 2 to 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
Week end: SUN SAT
7 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The alarm mode setting is entered.
8 Press ALARM TIME SET + or –
repeatedly until the desired alarm mode
flashes.
You can choose one of 3 settings: “ ,”
“RADIO” or “BUZZER.” Set the alarm mode
as follows:
– “ ”: see “ Setting the “WALKMAN” /
Sony Ericsson Phone alarm.”
– RADIO: see “ Setting the radio alarm.”
– BUZZER: see “ Setting the buzzer alarm.”
 Setting the “WALKMAN” / Sony
Ericsson Phone alarm
1 Perform steps 1 to 8 in “To set the
alarm.”
2 Press SELECT on the Docking Tray to
select the “WALKMAN” or Sony
Ericsson Phone connector.
3 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B to select
“ ” alarm mode.
“VOL” flashes in the display.
4 Press ALARM TIME SET + or – to adjust
the volume.
5 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The setting is entered.
NWZ-A810 series: NWZ-A815/A816/A818
NWZ-A820 series: NWZ-A826/A828/A829/
A826K/A828K/A829K
Models using the Type B attachment
(supplied with this unit)
NWZ-S510 series: NWZ-S515/S516
NWZ-S610 series: NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F
NWZ-S710 series: NWZ-S715F/S716F/S718F
NWZ-X1000 series: NWZ-X1050/X1060
Tip
The type of attachment is located on the bottom.
On copyrights
 “WALKMAN” and
are
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
 All other trademarks and registered trademarks
are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.
Compatible Sony
Ericsson Phone models
Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone models are as
follows.
Model(s) Available
function(s)
a C510/C510a/C702/C702a/
C902/C903
G700/G700Busir/G900
K530i/K550i/K550im/
K610i/K610im/K618i/
K770i/K790a/K800i/
K810i
S500i
T650i/T700/T707/TM506
V630i
W508/W580i/W595/
W610i/W660i/W710i/
W760a/W760i/W850i/
W880i/W980/W995/
W995a
Z610i/Z710i
Alarm/
Music
playback/
Battery
charge
b C901/C905
G502/G705/G705u
K310i/K320i/K510i/K630i/
K660i/K750i/K850i
M600i
P1i/P990i
V640i
W200i/W300i/W700i/
W705/W810i/W890i/
W902/W910i/W950i/
W960i
Z530i/Z550a/Z550i/Z558i
Z750i/Z770i
Music
playback/
Battery
charge
c F305
J110i/J120i
K200i/K330
R300
S302/S312
T250i/T280i/T303
W302/W350i/W380i/W395
Z310a/Z310i/Z555i
Battery
charge
Setting the clock for
the first time
This unit is preset to the current EST (Eastern
Standard Time) at the factory, and is powered by a
backup battery. All you need to do the first time is
just plug it in and select your time zone.
1 Plug in the unit.
The current EST (Eastern Standard Time)
appears in the display.
2 Press and hold BRIGHTNESS/TIME
ZONE for at least 2 seconds.
Area number “2” flashes in the display.
3 Press ALARM TIME SET + or –
repeatedly to select the number as
follows:
Area number Time zone
1 Atlantic standard Time
2
(default setting) Eastern standard Time
3 Central standard Time
4 Mountain standard Time
5 Pacific standard Time
6 Yukon standard Time
7 Hawaiian standard Time
4 Press BRIGHTNESS/TIME ZONE to set.
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 Daylight Saving Time (summer time)
automatically.
 Daylight Saving Time (summer time) begins at:
2:00 AM on the second Sunday of March.
 Standard time begins at: 2:00 AM on the first
Sunday of November.
To cancel Automatic DST/Summer Time
adjustment during the Daylight Saving
Time (summer time) period
The Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment
can be canceled.
Press and hold CLOCK and SNOOZE/DATE/
SLEEP OFF at the same time at least 2 seconds
while the clock is displayed.
“ ” and “OFF” appear in the display to show that
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment has
been canceled. The display returns to the clock.
Notes
 Changes to Automatic 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 Automatic DST/Summer
Time adjustment and set the DST display
manually as necessary. Customers living in a
country/region that does not use Daylight
Saving Time (summer time) must cancel
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment
before using the unit.
6 If “A” or “B” does not appear in the
display, press ALARM TIME SET A or B
again.
The “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone will
sound at the set time. With the alarm mode
set to “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone,
when the alarm time met, if “WALKMAN” or
Sony Ericsson Phone is not attached to the
unit, the alarm sound will be the buzzer.
Notes
 Select music library on your “WALKMAN” /
Sony Ericsson Phone with it connected to this
unit when you set the alarm mode to
“WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone.
 Power on the “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson
Phone before connecting to this unit.
 Setting the radio alarm
1 Perform steps 1 to 8 in “To set the
alarm.”
2 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B to select
“RADIO” alarm mode.
“VOL” appears in the display.
3 Press ALARM TIME SET + or – to adjust
the volume.
4 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
Band (“FM” or “AM”) or “– –” flashes.
“– –” is the last station received.
5 Press ALARM TIME SET + or – to select
the desired band or “– –.”
If you select “– –,” jump to step 8.
6 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B.
The preset number flashes.
7 Press ALARM TIME SET + or – to select
the desired preset number.
The setting is entered.
8 If “A” or “B” does not appear in the
display, press ALARM TIME SET A or B
again.
The radio will turn on at the set time.
 Setting the buzzer alarm
1 Perform steps 1 to 8 in “To set the
alarm.”
2 Press ALARM TIME SET A or B to select
“BUZZER” alarm mode.
The setting is entered.
3 If “A” or “B” does not appear in the
display, press ALARM TIME SET A or B
again.
The buzzer will sound at the set time.
Note
The volume cannot be set for the buzzer alarm.
To confirm an alarm time setting
Press ALARM TIME SET + or –. The setting will
be displayed for about 4 seconds.
To change an alarm setting
Press and hold ALARM TIME SET + for at least
2 seconds to move the alarm time forwards. Press
and hold ALARM TIME SET – for at least
2 seconds to move the alarm time back.
When you release the button, the changed time
will be displayed for about 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
4 seconds.
The maximum length of the snooze time is
60 minutes.
To stop the snooze timer, press OFF/ALARM
RESET (OFF on the remote).
To stop the alarm
Press OFF/ALARM RESET (OFF on the remote)
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 B to turn off the
alarm A or B indicator from the display.
To activate the alarm
Press ALARM TIME SET A or B to turn on the
alarm A or B indicator in the display.
Notes
 If the same alarm time is set for both alarm A
and B, alarm A takes priority.
 If there is no operation while the alarm is
occurring, the alarm will stop after about
60 minutes.
Note on the alarm in the event of a power
interruption
In the event of a power interruption, the alarm
will work until the battery is totally discharged.
However, certain functions will be affected as
follows:
 The backlight will not light up.
 If the alarm mode is set to “WALKMAN” /
Sony Ericsson Phone or radio, it will change to
buzzer automatically.
 If a power interruption occurs while the alarm
is sounding, the alarm will stop.
 If OFF/ALARM RESET is not pressed, the alarm
will sound for about 5 minutes.
 If “  ” appears in the display, the alarm will not
sound in the event of a power interruption.
Replace the battery if “  ” appears.
 The snooze function will not work.
 During a power interruption, each alarm will
sound at the set time only once.
Setting the sleep timer
You can fall asleep to music, etc., using the built-
in sleep timer that turns off the unit automatically
after a preset duration.
1 Press SLEEP while the unit is turned on.
“SLEEP” appears and the sleep time flashes in
the display.
2 Press SLEEP to set the sleep timer
duration.
Each time you press SLEEP, the duration (in
minutes) changes as follows:
90 60 30 15
OFF
The display returns to clock mode for about
4 seconds after you have finished 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 (OFF on the remote).
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.
Connecting external
equipment
To listen to sound
1 Connect 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).
Audio connecting cable
(supplied)
To external
equipment
2 Press AUDIO IN to display “AUDIO IN.”
3 Play the equipment connected to the
AUDIO IN jack.
4 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
(VOL + or – on the remote).
To return to the radio
Press RADIO BAND.
The frequency is shown in the display.
To return to the “WALKMAN” / Sony
Ericsson Phone
Press  (play).
To stop listening
Press OFF/ALARM RESET (OFF on the remote),
and stop playback on the connected unit.
Notes
 Refer also to the connected equipment’s manual.
 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.
 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.
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 radio, “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson
Phone or buzzer alarm does not sound at the
preset alarm time.
 Check that alarm “A” or alarm “B” is properly
displayed.
The radio or “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson
Phone alarm is activated but no sound comes
on at the preset alarm time.
 Check the alarm volume setting.
There is no sound from the “WALKMAN” /
Sony Ericsson Phone.
 Make sure the “WALKMAN” or Sony Ericsson
Phone is securely connected.
 Select music library on your “WALKMAN” /
Sony Ericsson Phone.
There is no sound from the Sony Ericsson
Phone.
 Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is listed in
“Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone models” a
or b .
 Power on the Sony Ericsson Phone.
 Adjust the volume of the Sony Ericsson Phone.
 Set Bluetooth function to off on the Sony
Ericsson Phone.
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.
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
Cette garantie n’est valide qu’aux États-Unis.
The “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone
cannot be operated with this unit.
 Make sure the “WALKMAN” or Sony Ericsson
Phone is securely connected.
 Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is listed in
“Compatible Sony Ericsson Phone models” a .
The “WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone
cannot be charged.
 Make sure the “WALKMAN” or Sony Ericsson
Phone is securely connected.
The indicator turns red when a compatible
Sony Ericsson Phone (listed in “Compatible
Sony Ericsson Phone models” a or b) is set
in the unit.
 Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is on.
The indicator turns on (green), but the Sony
Ericsson Phone does not operate.
 Make sure the Sony Ericsson Phone is a
compatible model (listed in “Compatible Sony
Ericsson Phone models” a or b ).
When Daylight Saving Time (summer 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.
Specifications
Time display
12-hour system
“WALKMAN” / Sony Ericsson Phone
section
“WALKMAN”:
DC out: 5V
MAX: 500mA
Sony Ericsson Phone:
DC out: 5V
MAX: 600mA
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. 8 Ω
Input
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
Power output
0.8 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
For clock back up: 3V DC, CR2032 battery (1)
Dimensions
Approx. 167 Ч 124.7 Ч 97.1 mm (w/h/d)
(6 5 / 8 Ч 4 15 / 16 Ч 3 7 / 8 inches) including projecting
parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 988 g (2 lb 2.9 oz) including power
supply unit
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Audio connecting cable (1)
Attachment for “WALKMAN” (2)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.