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4-461-406-

32

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Personal Audio System

Reference Guide

Naslaggids (achterzijde)

NL

GB

English

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

This product has been manufactured by or on 

behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-

ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to 

product compliance based on European Union 

legislation shall be addressed to the authorized 

representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, 

Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. 

For any service or guarantee matters, please refer 

to the addresses provided in the separate service 

or guarantee documents.

Precautions

 

To disconnect AC power, grasp the plug itself, 

not the cord.

 

Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker, 

keep credit cards using magnetic coding or 

spring-wound watches, CRT-based TVs, or 

projectors, etc., 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.

 

During a thunderstorm, do not touch the 

antenna (aerial) and plug.

 

Do not touch the unit with wet hands.

 

Do not place the unit anywhere near water.

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.

Note

 

In the Reference Guide, “iPod” is used as a 

general reference to functions on an iPod or 

iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text 

or illustrations.

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.

Operations

Power source

This unit contains a CR2032 battery as a backup 

power source to keep the clock and the alarm 

operating during a power interruption (No Power 

No Problem system).

Note for customers in Europe

The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory 

is powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032 

battery. If the “0:00” 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 

Europe” (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer in 

order to validate the warranty for this product.

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.

To replace the battery

1

  Keep the AC plug connected to the AC 

outlet and pry out the battery holder at 

the bottom of the unit using a thin tool, 

such as ballpoint pen, etc. (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.

4

  Press 

,

 RADIO BAND

,

 AUDIO IN 

or

 

SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS

 on the unit to 

turn “

” off in the display.

Note

 When you replace the battery, do not 

disconnect the plug from the AC outlet. 

Otherwise, the current date, current time, 

alarm and station presets will be erased.

Reset button

CR2032

To reset the unit

Press the reset button with a pointed object if the 

unit fails to function properly. The current time, 

alarm and station presets, etc., will revert to their 

factory presets (see Fig. 

).

To charge your iPod

You can use the unit as a battery charger. 

Charging begins when the iPod is connected to 

the unit.

The charging status appears in the display on 

iPod. For details, see the user’s guide of your iPod.

Setting the clock

To set the clock for the first 

time

This unit is preset to the current date and 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 CET (Central European Time) 

appears in the display.

2

  Press and hold 

MODE

 for at least  

2 seconds.

Area number “1” flashes in the display.

3

  Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

– 

repeatedly to 

select the number as follows:

Area number

Time zone

1  
(default setting)

Central European Time/

Central European 

Summer Time

2

Eastern European Time/

Eastern European 

Summer Time

0

Western European 

Time/ Western 

European Summer Time

4

  Press 

DSPL/ENT

 to set.

Notes

 

To cancel the time zone setting, press 

MODE

 

instead of 

DSPL/ENT

 in step 

4

.

 

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 “To set 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.
Auto DST/summer time adjustment is based on 

GMT (Greenwich Mean Time).

Area number 0:

 

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.

Area number 1:

 

Daylight saving time (summer time) begins at: 

2:00 AM on the final Sunday of March.

 

Standard time begins at: 3:00 AM on the final 

Sunday of October.

Area number 2:

 

Daylight saving time (summer time) begins at: 

3:00 AM on the final Sunday of March.

 

Standard time begins at: 4:00 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 and hold 

CLOCK

 and 

SNOOZE/

BRIGHTNESS

 on the unit at the same time for at 

least 2 seconds while the clock is displayed.

“ ” and “OFF” appear in the display to show that 

Auto DST/summer time adjustment has been 

canceled. The display returns to the clock.

Notes

 

Changes to Auto 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 Auto 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 Auto DST/summer time 

adjustment before using the unit.

 

To activate Auto DST/summer time adjustment 

again, press and hold 

CLOCK

 and 

SNOOZE/

BRIGHTNESS

 on the unit at the same time for 

at least 2 seconds. 

“ ” and “On” appear in the display to show that 

Auto DST/summer time adjustment has been 

activated. The display returns to the clock.

To set the clock manually

To change the clock setting manually, operate the 

unit as follows.

1

  Plug in the unit.

2

  Press and hold 

CLOCK

 until the year 

flashes in the display.

3

  Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

 repeatedly to set 

the year, and then press 

CLOCK

.

4

  Repeat step 

3

 to set the month, day, hour 

and minute.

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 100-year calendar (2013 - 2112) 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 display the year and date

During clock display, press 

CLOCK

 on the unit 

once for the date, and press it again for the year.

After a few seconds, the display will change back 

to the current time automatically.

Remote commander

Before using the supplied remote for the first 

time, remove the insulation film.

Aim the remote at the   (Remote sensor) of the 

unit.

The VOL + and 

 buttons have a tactile dot.

OFF

 

Terminate the current function and stop 

playback.

 

Stop a currently sounding alarm/snooze timer.

 (Play/Pause)

 

Start playing the iPod. Press again to pause/

resume playback.

 (Forward)

 

Go to the next track.

 

Press and hold while listening to the sound to 

locate a desired point.

 (Backward)

 

Go back to the previous track. During 

playback, this operation returns to the 

beginning of the current track. To go back to 

the previous track, press twice.

 

Press and hold while listening to the sound to 

locate a desired point.

MENU

 

Go back to the previous menu.

 (Up)/

 (Down)

 

Select a menu item or track for playback.

ENTER

 

Execute the selected menu item or begin 

playback.

SOUND

 

Select the desired sound effect(s). (For details, 

see “To enjoy the bass or expansion sound 

effect.”)

VOL +/− 

(Volume plus/minus)

 

Adjust the volume.

RADIO BAND

 

Activate the radio and select a band.

/−

 

Select the preset number or preset station. (For 

details, see “Operating the radio.”)

TUNE +/−

 

Tune into a station when the radio is on.

 

Press and hold to scan AM or FM stations.

AUDIO IN

 

Activate the AUDIO IN function when an 

optional component is connected. (For details, 

see “Connecting optional components.”)

SLEEP

 

Set the sleep timer. (For details, see “Setting the 

sleep timer.”)

Note

 

Some operations may differ or may not be 

available on certain models of iPod.

When to replace the battery 

With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should 

last for about 6 months. When the remote no 

longer operates the unit, replace the battery with a 

new one.

the 

 side facing up

Notes

 

If you are not going to use the remote for a long 

time, remove the battery to avoid any damage 

that may be caused by leakage and corrosion.

 

MENU

 (UP), 

 (DOWN), and 

ENTER

 

button on the main unit and/or on the supplied 

remote control will only work with the Apple 

devices (iPhone/iPod touch) installed up to iOS 

6. It will not work with iOS 7 or later. In such 

case, please operate on the screen of Apple 

devices directly.

Operating an iPod

Compatible iPod/iPhone 

models

The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as 

follows.

Update software of your iPod/iPhone to the latest 

version before using it with this unit.
iPhone 5s

iPhone 5c

iPhone 5

iPod touch (5th generation)

iPod nano (7th generation)*

* The remote command of “

MENU

,” “

,” “

,” and 

ENTER

” will only work with iPhone and iPod 

touch.

On copyrights

 iPhone, iPod, iPod nano, and iPod touch are 

trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. 

and other countries.

Lightning is a trademark of Apple Inc.

“Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean 

that an electronic accessory has been designed to 

connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, 

respectively, and has been certified by the 

developer to meet Apple performance standards. 

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this 

device or its compliance with safety and 

regulatory standards. Please note that the use of 

this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect 

wireless performance.

Note

 

This unit is not specified for use with an iPad, 

and malfunction may result if used with one.

To play

1

  Set an iPod on the dock connector.

The dock connector can be tilted slightly.

2

  Press 

.

The iPod begins playback.

You can operate the connected iPod via this 

unit or the iPod itself.

3

  Adjust the volume using

 

 or

 – 

(

VOL +

 or 

 on the remote).

To place and remove the iPod

When placing or removing the iPod, hold it at the 

same angle as the dock connector on the unit. Do 

not pull the iPod forward too far.

Notes

 

If a pop-up message appears on the display of 

the iPod touch or iPhone, see “About App.”

 

An iPod in a case or cover can be set in this 

unit. However, if the case or cover interferes 

with the connection, remove the case or cover 

before setting the iPod on the dock connector.

 

Do not twist or bend the iPod as this may result 

in connector damage.

 

Remove the iPod when transporting it, 

otherwise a malfunction may result.

 

When placing or removing the iPod, hold the 

unit securely.

 

If the battery of your iPod is extremely low, 

charge it for a while before operation.

 

If the iPod is already playing when set onto the 

unit, the sound from the iPod will be output 

from the unit speakers, even if the unit was 

playing sound from another function.

 

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.

 

For details of environmental conditions for 

operating your iPod, check the website of Apple 

Inc.

Operating the radio

To connect the AM loop 

aerial

The shape and 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.

(Refer to the Startup Guide bundled with this 

Reference Guide.)

3

  Insert the AM aerial terminal in the 

AM 

ANTENNA

 jack on the rear of the unit.

To adjust the AM loop aerial

Find a place and an orientation that provide good 

reception.

Tip

 

Adjust the direction of the AM loop aerial for 

the best AM broadcast sound.

To remove the AM loop aerial

Push and hold down the tab of the aerial terminal 

clamp, and pull out the AM loop aerial.

–Manual tuning

1

  Press 

RADIO BAND

 to turn on the radio.

2

  Press 

RADIO BAND

 repeatedly to select 

the desired band.

Each time you press the button, the radio 

band toggles between AM and FM as follows:

3

  Press 

TUNE +

 or 

 repeatedly to tune to 

the desired station.

4

  Adjust the volume using 

 or 

 

(

VOL +

 or 

 on the remote).

To turn off the radio, press 

OFF/ALARM 

RESET

 (

OFF

 on the remote).

Note

 

The FM frequency display is accurate to within 

0.1 MHz. For example, frequency 88.00 MHz 

and 88.05 MHz will be displayed as “88.0 MHz.”

–Scan tuning

The unit automatically scans for AM or FM 

stations.

1

  Follow steps 

1

 to 

2

 in “Manual tuning” 

and select the AM or FM band.

2

  Press and hold 

TUNE + 

or 

.

+ : 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 

 or 

– 

(

VOL +

 or 

 on the remote).

–Preset tuning

You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM 

stations.

To preset a station

1

  Follow steps 

1

 to 

4

 in “Manual tuning” 

and manually tune into the station you 

wish to preset.

2

  Press and hold 

MODE

 on the unit for at 

least 2 seconds.

3

  Press 

PRESET

 

+

 or 

 to select the preset 

number, then press 

DSPL/ENT

 on the 

unit.

Example:

  The following displays appear 

when you preset FM 89.8 MHz to 

preset number 1 for FM.

The display shows the frequency for about  

10 seconds, and then returns to the current 

time.

Notes

 

To preset another station, repeat these steps.

 

To cancel the preset number setting, press 

MODE

 instead of 

DSPL/ENT

 in step 

3

.

 

If you store another station with the same 

preset number, the previously stored station 

will be replaced.

To tune in to a preset station

1

  Follow steps 

1

 to 

2

 in “Manual tuning” 

and select the AM or FM band.

2

  Press 

PRESET

 

+

 or 

 to select the desired 

preset number.

3

  Adjust the volume using 

 or 

– 

(

VOL +

 or

 – 

on the remote).

–Auto preset tuning

1

  Follow steps 

1

 to 

2

 in “Manual tuning” 

and select the AM or FM band.

2

  Press and hold 

RADIO BAND

 until “AP” 

flashes in the display.

3

  Press 

DSPL/ENT

 on the unit.

The unit automatically presets the available 

channels in order.

Tip

 

To stop auto preset tuning, press 

RADIO BAND

.

To display the preset number and 

frequency of the current station

Press 

DSPL/ENT

 on the unit once for the preset 

number, and press it again for the frequency.

If you press 

DSPL/ENT

 on the unit once only, the 

display shows the preset number for about  

2 seconds, then changes to the frequency.

After a few moments, the display returns to the 

current time.

To improve reception

FM:  

Extend the FM wire aerial fully to increase 

reception sensitivity.

AM: 

 Connect the supplied AM loop aerial to the 

unit. Rotate the aerial horizontally for 

optimum reception.

Notes on radio reception

 

Do not place the AM loop aerial near the power 

supply unit, the unit or other AV equipment 

during use, as noise may result.

 

Keep digital music players or mobile phones 

away from the AM loop aerial or the FM 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 the FM broadcast is noisy, press 

MODE

 on 

the unit until “MONO” appears in the display, 

the radio will play in monaural and the sound 

will become clearer.

Setting the alarm

This unit is equipped with 3 alarm modes—iPod, 

radio and buzzer. The clock needs to be set before 

the alarm can be set (see “To set the clock for the 

first time”).

To set the alarm

1

  Press and hold 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

“WAKE UP” appears and the hour flashes in 

the display.

2

  Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

 repeatedly until 

the desired hour appears.

To cycle the hour rapidly, press and hold 

TIME 

SET +

 or 

.

3

  Press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

.

The minute flashes.

4

  Repeat step 

2

 to set the minute.

5

  Press 

 ALARM 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 by pressing 

TIME SET

 

+

 or 

:

Every day: MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 

SUN

Week day: MON TUE WED THU FRI 

Week end: SAT SUN

7

  Press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

.

The alarm mode setting is entered.

8

  Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

 repeatedly until 

the desired alarm mode flashes.

You can choose one of 4 settings: “iPod,” “FM,” 

“AM” or “BUZZER.” Set the alarm mode as 

follows:

– iPod: see “

 To set the alarm as iPod.”

–  FM or AM: see “

 To set the radio alarm.”

– BUZZER: see “

 To set the buzzer alarm.”

 To set the alarm as iPod

1

  Perform steps 

1

 to 

8

 in “To set the alarm.”

2

  Press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

 to select 

alarm mode for “iPod.”

The volume level flashes in the display.

3

  Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

 to adjust the 

volume.

4

  Press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

.

The setting is entered. 

5

  If “A” or “B” does not appear in the 

display, press 

 ALARM SET A 

or 

again.

The iPod will sound at the set time.

When using an iPod touch/iPhone

 

To wake up to music stored in an iPod touch/

iPhone, connect the iPod touch/iPhone to the 

unit first, follow the steps above to set alarm 

time, and then select the music function.

 

Even if the alarm setting for iPod is complete, if 

you turn the iPod touch/iPhone power off after 

inserting the iPod touch/iPhone into the unit, 

the alarm will be the buzzer.

 To set the radio alarm

 

1

  Perform steps 

1

 to 

8

 in “To set the alarm.”

2

  Press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

 to select 

radio band (“FM” or “AM”).

Preset number flashes in the display.

3

  Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

 to select the 

desired preset number corresponding the 

bands or “– –.”

“– –” is the last station received.

4

  Press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

.

The volume level flashes in the display.

5

  Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

 to adjust the 

volume.

6

  Press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

.

The setting is entered.

7

  If “A” or “B” does not appear in the 

display, press 

 ALARM SET A

 or 

B

 

again.

The radio will turn on at the set time.

 To set the buzzer alarm

1

  Perform steps 

1

 to 

8

 in “To set the alarm.”

2

  Press 

 ALARM 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 SET A

 or 

B

 

again.

The buzzer will sound at the set time.

Note

 

The volume of the buzzer is not adjustable.

To confirm an alarm time 

setting

Press 

TIME SET +

 or 

. The setting will be 

displayed for about 4 seconds.

To change an alarm setting

Press and hold 

TIME SET +

 for at least 2 seconds 

to move the alarm time forwards. Press and hold 

TIME SET –

 for at least 2 seconds to move the 

alarm time back.

When you release the button, the changed time 

will flash for about 2 seconds. To change the 

alarm time again, press 

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/BRIGHTNESS 

on the unit.

The sound turns off but will automatically come 

on again after about 10 minutes. 

You can change the snooze time by pressing 

SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS

 on the unit 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 ON/OFF A

 or 

B

 to turn off the 

alarm A or B indicator from the display.

To activate the alarm

Press   

ALARM ON/OFF A

 or 

B

 to turn on the 

alarm A or B indicator in the display.

Notes

 

When alarm is set as iPod, only the buzzer 

alarm will sound if there is no iPod on the dock 

connector, music is not stored in the iPod, or 

the iPod touch/iPhone is turned off.

 

The alarm function works as usual on the first 

and last day of daylight saving time (summer 

time). As a result, if the Auto DST/summer 

time adjustment is set and the alarm is set at a 

time skipped when the daylight saving time 

begins, the alarm will sound; if the alarm is set 

to a time that overlaps when daylight saving 

time ends, the alarm will sound twice.

 

If the same alarm time is set for both alarm A 

and B, alarm A takes priority.

 

If no operation is performed 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 buzzer 

alarm will last about 5 minutes if the battery is not 

weak. However, certain functions will be affected 

as follows:

 

The backlight will not light up.

 

If the alarm mode is set to iPod or radio, it will 

change to buzzer automatically.

 

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 cannot be set during a 

power interruption.

 

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 sleep 

timer. The unit stops playback or radio 

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:

The display returns to current time for about  

4 seconds after you have finished the duration 

setting and released 

SLEEP

, and then the sleep 

timer starts.  

The unit plays for the duration you set, and 

then stops.

To turn off the unit before 

the preset time

Press 

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 optional 

components

To listen to sound

1

  Firmly connect the line output jack of a 

portable digital music player (or other 

component) to the 

AUDIO IN

 jack on the 

back of the unit, using a suitable audio 

connecting cable (not supplied).

2

  Press 

AUDIO IN

 to display “AUDIO IN.”

3

  Turn the connected component on.

4

  Play the connected component. 

The sound from the connected component is 
output from the speakers of this unit.

5

  Adjust the volume using 

 or 

 

(

VOL +

 or 

 on the remote).

To return to the radio

Press 

RADIO BAND

.

The preset number followed by the frequency of 

the last station appears in the display.

To return to the iPod

Press 

.

To stop listening

Press 

OFF/ALARM RESET

 (

OFF

 on the remote), 

and stop playback on the connected component.

Notes

 

The necessary type of audio connecting cable 

depends on the optional component. Make sure 

to use the correct type of cable.

 

If the volume level is low, adjust the volume of 

the unit first. If the volume is still too low, 

adjust the volume of the connected component.

 

Disconnect the audio connecting cable from 

the unit when it is not in use.

 

When you listen to the radio with optional 

component connected, turn off the connected 

component to prevent noise. If noise occurs, 

even when the component is turned off, 

disconnect and place the optional component 

away from the unit.

Other useful functions

To enjoy the bass or 

expansion sound effect

Three levels of sound effect are available by 

pressing 

SOUND

.

Each time you press the button, the sound effect 

changes as follows:

“MEGA BASS”: Provides high quality bass sound.

“MEGA Xpand”: Expands the sound field width.

“MEGA BASS” and “MEGA Xpand”: Enables 

both the above effects.

To return to standard sound, press the button 

until the display(s) disappear.

To set the brightness of the 

display

Four levels of brightness are available by pressing 

SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS

 on the unit.

Even if brightness level is set to OFF, it will 

change to Low while the alarm is occurring.

About App

A dedicated dock App for iPod touch and iPhone

available at Apple App Store.

Search for “D-Sappli” and download the free App 

to find out more about the functions.

You can synchronize time and date from your 

iPhone by simply inserting iPhone on the Dock 

while D-Sappli is activated.

Notes

 

If the App to link with this unit is not 

downloaded to your iPod touch/iPhone,  

a pop-up message prompting you to download 

D-Sappli may appear repeatedly. 

Deactivate the App’s link function to stop the 

pop-up message.

 

To deactivate the App’s link function: Remove 

your iPod touch/iPhone from the dock 

connector. Press 

 (to enter the iPod 

function), and then press and hold 

VOLUME

 

 

and 

 on the unit simultaneously for at least 

2 seconds. (“OFF” appears in the display to 

show that App’s link function has been 

deactivated.)

 

To re-activate the App’s link function, repeat the 

above steps. (“On” appears in the display to 

show that App’s link function has been 

activated.)

Additional Information

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have made 

the following checks, consult your nearest Sony 

dealer.

The clock flashes “0:00” due to a power 

interruption.

 

The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove 

the old battery and install a new one.

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 

/–

 (

VOL +/– 

on the 

remote).

The iPod cannot be operated with this unit.

 

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.

 

Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit 

(see “Compatible iPod/iPhone models”).

The iPod cannot be charged.

 

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.

 

Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit 

(see “Compatible iPod/iPhone models”).

When daylight saving time (summer time) 

begins, the clock does not employ the 

daylight saving time (summer time) 

automatically.

 

Make sure the clock is set correctly.

 

Press and hold 

CLOCK

 and 

SNOOZE/

BRIGHTNESS

 on the unit simultaneously for at 

least 2 seconds to activate the Auto DST/

summer time function.

Specifications

Time display

24-hour system

iPod

DC out: 5 V

MAX: 1 A

Radio 

Frequency range

Band Frequency

Channel step

FM

87.5 MHz - 108 MHz 0.05 MHz

AM

531 kHz - 1 602 kHz

9 kHz

General

Speaker

Approx. 5.7 cm 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 mm × 165 mm × 145 mm (w/h/d) 

including projecting parts and controls

Mass

Approx. 1.65 kg including power supply unit

Supplied accessories

Remote commander (1)

AM loop aerial (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change 

without notice.

ICF-DS15iPN

©2013 Sony Corporation

Printed in China

The  and 

 buttons have a tactile dot.

FM wire aerial

Power cord

Remote sensor

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