Sony ICFC1IPMK2 Manual

ICF-C1iPMK2_U2 [US] 3-873-060-15(1)

3-873-060-

15(1)

Operating Instructions

©2008   Sony Corporation     Printed in China

This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as back-up power source for the clock, which is preset 

to EST/EDT (Eastern Standard Time/Daylight Time) at the factory. And this battery is considered part of the product.

Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

No Power No Problem is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

The model number and the serial number are located 

on the rear exterior.

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-C1iPMK2

Serial No.

For customers who purchased this product in the 

USA

Please register this product on line at  

http://www.sony.com/productregistration.

Proper registration will enable us to send you 

periodic mailings about new products, services, 

and other important announcements. Registering 

your product will also allow us to contact you in 

the unlikely event that the product needs 

adjustment or modification. Thank you.

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.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or 

splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such 

as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such 

as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
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.

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.
Class II equipment symbol This symbol 

indicates that the unit has a double 

insulation system.

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.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV 

technician for help.

 Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly 

replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent 

type. 

 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.

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.

Perchlorate Material –special handling may apply, See 

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains 

perchlorate

 Dual alarm FM/AM Clock radio with iPod dock. 
 Various type of alarms- iPod, radio and buzzer.
 Automatic time set — When you plug the clock in 

for the first time, the current time will be shown in 

the display.

 Automatic Daylight Saving Time/Summer time 

adjustment.

 CLOCK button to display month, day and year. 
 Brightness control (High/Middle/Low).
 No Power No Problem

™

 alarm system to keep the 

clock and the alarm operating during a power 

interruption with a CR2032 battery installed.

Should any problem occur with the unit, make the 

following simple checks to determine whether or not 

servicing is required.

If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony 

dealer.
The clock displays “AM 12:00”  due to a power 

 The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove the 

old battery and install a new one.

 Make sure the clock is set correctly.
 Press and hold CLOCK and TIME ZONE/ALARM 

DISPLAY simultaneously for at least two seconds to 

employ the DST function.

 Has the desired alarm been activated? (i.e., Does the 

ALARM A (or B) indicator light up?)

 Has VOLUME been adjusted?

 Make sure the iPod is securely connected. 
 Adjust the VOLUME. 

 Make sure the iPod is securely connected. 

 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.

 Operate the unit on the power sources specified in 

“Specifications” .

 To disconnect the 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 unit itself has been turned off.

 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, blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) that 

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.

 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.

12-hour System

FM

87.5 – 108 MHz

0.1 MHz

AM

530 – 1 710 kHz

10 KHz

Approx. 5.1 cm (2 inches) dia., 12 Ω

3 W + 3 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)

120 V AC, 60 Hz 

For clock backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery

Approx. 300 × 130 × 139 mm (w/h/d)

(11 

13

/

16

 × 5 

1

/

8

 × 5 

1

/

2

 inches) incl. projecting parts 

and controls

Approx. 1.8 kg (3 lb 15.4 oz) incl. CR2032 battery

Remote commander (1)

Audio connecting cable (1)

AM loop antenna (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change 

without notice.

The shape and the length of the antenna is designed to 

receive AM signals. Do not dismantle or roll up the 

antenna.

Remove only the loop part from the plastic 

stand.

Set up the AM loop antenna.

Connect the cords to the AM antenna 

terminals.

The cords (A and B) can be connected to either 

terminal.

Make sure the AM loop antenna is 

connected firmly by pulling softly.

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.

 If you use an external polarized AM antenna, be sure 

to connect the ground cord to the  terminal. The 

supplied AM antenna cord has no polarity.

Adjust the direction of the AM loop antenna for best 

AM broadcast sound.