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.
The nameplate and important information concerning safety are located on the bottom exterior.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same type.
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:
The shape and the length of the antenna is designed to receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the antenna.
Find a place and an orientation that provides good reception.
Tip
Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for best AM broadcast sound.
To maintain accurate time, this unit includes an internal CR2032 battery as a backup power source in the event of a power interruption.
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.
When the battery becomes weak, " " will appear 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
When you replace the battery, do not disconnect the AC plug from AC outlet. Otherwise, the 100 year calendar, current time, alarm and station presets will be initialized.
This unit is preset to 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.
Area number | Time zone |
1 | Atlantic standard Time |
2 | Eastern standard Time (default setting) |
3 | Central standard Time |
4 | Mountain standard Time |
5 | Pacific standard Time |
6 | Yukon standard Time |
7 | Hawaiian standard Time |
Notes
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.
To cancel Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment during the daylight saving time (summer time) period
Automatic DST/Summer Time adjustment can be canceled.
Press and hold DISPLAY/CLOCK and SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS at the same time for 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
Notes
To display the year and date
Press DATE/TIME ZONE once for the year, and press again for the date.
After a while, the display will change back to the current time automatically.
Three levels of brightness are available by pressing SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS.
Note
When the alarm is sounding, the brightness function cannot be used.
Tuning in to a station
The unit automatically scans AM or FM stations.
You can preset 5 stations for FM and 5 stations for AM.
Example: The following display appears when you preset FM 105.7 MHz to preset number 3 for FM.
The display shows the frequency for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time.
To change the preset station, tune into the desired station and hold down the NATURE SOUND / PRESET 1 to 5 button until you hear two beeps.
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.
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.
Note 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.
This unit includes 5 types of Nature Sounds: (Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook and Under the Sea.)
You can choose any one of these by pressing the corresponding button.
Icons | Sound type |
Sea Waves | |
Birds | |
Rain | |
Brook | |
Under the Sea |
Note
When other functions are in use, Nature Sound is not available.
The dual alarm function allows you to set two alarm programs (ALARM ON/OFF A and ALARM ON/OFF B).
The alarm time can be set for each program and the alarm sound is selectable from "NATURE SOUND," "RADIO," or "BUZZER."
Notes
Setting the Nature Sound alarm
Setting the radio alarm
Setting the Buzzer alarm
When the alarm setting is completed, the alarm time setting is displayed.
When both ALARM " " and ALARM " " are turned on, you can switch the ALARM A and ALARM B display by pressing DISPLAY/ CLOCK.
Notes
Turn off the ALARM ON/OFF " " or " " indicator in the display, and press the ALARM ON/OFF A or B button again.
You can confirm the alarm time by pressing TIME SET + or – after the alarm time is set.
There are two ways to set the alarm:
Press SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS.
The sound turns off but will automatically come on again after about 10 minutes.
You can change the snooze time by pressing SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS repeatedly within 4 seconds.
The maximum the snooze time is 60 minutes.
Press OFF ALARM RESET to turn off the alarm.
The alarm will sound again at the same time depending on the next day setting.
Press ALARM ON/OFF A or B to turn off the ALARM " " or " " indicator in the display.
Note on the alarm in the event of a power interruption
In the event of a power interruption, the alarm will work until the internal battery is worn out.
However, certain functions may be affected as follows:
You can fall asleep to the "NATURE SOUND," "RADIO," or "AUDIO IN" using the built-in sleep timer that turns off the "NATURE SOUND," "RADIO," or "AUDIO IN" automatically after a preset duration.
Note
Even if the Sleep Timer is set, it cannot turn off the power of optional components connected to the AUDIO IN jack of this player.
To turn off the unit before the preset time
Press 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.
This unit includes an external temperature sensor, allowing you to monitor ambient temperature.
The temperature is displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit.
To switch between Centigrade and, Fahrenheit press and hold the SNOOZE / BRIGHTNESS and DATE/TIME ZONE buttons for more than 2 seconds.
Notes
Press RADIO BAND.
The frequency is shown in the display.
Press OFF ALARM RESET, and stop playback on the connected unit.
Press OFF ALARM RESET, and then turn off the optional component.
Notes
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 alarm settings do not sound at the preset alarm time.
The alarm settings are activated but there is no sound at the preset alarm time.
When daylight saving time begins, the clock does not employ the daylight saving time automatically.
NOTES ON THE LITHIUM BATTERY
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Time display
12-hour system
Radio section
Frequency range | ||
Band | Frequency | Channel step |
FM | 87.5 MHz – 108 MHz | 0.1 MHz |
AM | 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz | 10 kHz |
General
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (1 7/16 inches) dia. 8 Ω
Input
Built-in audio cable with stereo-mini plug (ø 3.5 mm)
Power output
0.7 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
For clock back up: 3V DC, one CR2032 battery
Nature Sound
Sea Waves, Birds, Rain, Brook, Under the Sea
Temperature range
–15°C – 50°C (5°F – 122°F)
Temperature resolution
1°C (1°F)
Dimensions
Approx. 190 mm × 67 mm × 62 mm (w/h/d)
(7 1/2 inches × 2 3/4 inches × 2 1/2 inches) not including projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 620 g (1 lb 5.87 oz) including power supply unit and CR2032 battery
Supplied accessories
AM loop antenna (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
©2010 Sony Corporation
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