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Sony ICF-CD543RMSIL Operating Instructions

1. TV lt a When using FM1 or FM2 preset mode you may listen to the radio on either mode See Presetting Your Favorite Station 3 Use TUNE TRACK TIME SET or to tune in to the desired station Two short beeps sound when the minimum frequency of each band is received during tuning 4 Adjust volume using VOLUME or To check the station being received Press RADIO ON BAND lightly The display shows the band and frequency for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time To turn off the radio press Ili OFF Improving the Reception TV WEATHER FM Extend the AC power cord fully to improve FM reception AM When installing the unit rotate the unit horizontally for optimum reception and then install the unit A ferrite bar antenna is built into the unit Presetting Your Favorite Station Preset Tuning You can preset 10 stations in FM 5 stations in FM1 5 stations in FM2 and 5 stations in each AM TV WEATHER Presetting a Station 1 Follow steps 1 to 4 in Playing the Radio and manually tune in to the station you wish to preset 2 Hold down the PRESET TUNING button you wish to preset for more than 2 seconds Example Display window when you preset FM 90 MHz in the PRESET TUNING 2 button for FM2 RADIO cf rere mo ie eS ee The display shows the frequency for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time To preset another station repeat the
2. flashes on the display To return to the previous volume level press MUTING again Select the PRESET preset number Each press of PRESET you can select the preset number 1 5 The command buttons on the remote commander are the same as the command buttons on the main unit as described below The RADIO ON BAND on the remote commander is the same as the RADIO ON BAND on the main unit The Pll on the remote commander is the same as the CD Pil on the main unit The Mf OFF on the remote commander is the same as the W OFF on the main unit The k d and PPI on the remote commander are the same as the k d and gt P on the main unit However you cannot use k d and PPI as the TUNE TRACKeTIME SET and when tuning the radio or setting the time The VOL and on the remote commander are the same as the VOLUME and on the main unit Use of Magnet See Fig E The magnet is attached on the back of the remote commander You can put the remote commander on a iron board such as on a refrigerator However do not operate the remote commander while putting on the board Note Do not place the remote commander near the magnetic cards
3. Time display 12 hour system Speaker 77 mm 3 inches dia 3 2 Q Power outputs 2 W 2 W at 10 harmonic distortion Power requirements 120 V AC 60 Hz Dimensions Approx 350 x 88 x 310 mm w h d Approx 13 x 3 Y x 12 Y inches incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 2 9 kg 6 lb 6 oz Supplied accessories Mounting screws 3 Template 1 Spacers 3 Cord clamp 1 Remote commander RM CD543 lt A 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS For your protection please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance and keep this manual for future reference Carefully observe all warnings precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating instructions and adhere to them INSTALLATION Water and Moisture Do not use powerline operated appliances near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool etc Heat Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register or where it is exposed to direct sunlight Ventilation The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials Never block the slot
4. ER indicator flashes Even if the CD or the radio is being played the buzzer of the timer sounds together While the buzzer sounds the volume of the CD or the radio is decreased The volume returns to the previous volume level when the buzzer stops Cooking Timer OFF The buzzer is turned off automatically after 60 minutes and the display shows current time To Stop Cooking Timer Press TIMER to turn off the buzzer To Deactive Cooking Timer Press TIMER The TIMER indicator goes off and the current time appears in the display Installing the Batteries into the Remote Commander See Fig E Insert two size AAA R03 batteries not supplied When to replace the batteries With normal use the batteries should last for about six months When the remote commander no longer operates the CD kitchen clock radio replace all the batteries with new ones Notes e Do not charge the dry batteries e When you are not going to use the remote commander for a long time remove the batteries to avoid any damage caused by leakage and corrosion Using the Remote Commander You can play the CD radio using the remote commander The effective range of the frequency emitted from the remote commander is approximately 5 m 16 ft Make sure to use the remote commander within this range Use the remote commander in the right direction to the receiver of the unit To Press Mute the MUTING volume While muting 0
5. SONY TV WEATHER FM AM CD 3 238 576 21 1 Kitchen Clock Radio Operating Instructions ICF CD543RM Sony Corporation 2002 Printed in China Owner s Record The model number and the serial number are located on the top 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 CD543RM Serial No For customers 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 http www sony net To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN e CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol is intended to alert the user AN 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 maintena
6. ame SONY Model ICF CD543RM Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Address 680 Kinderkamack Road Oradell NJ 07649 USA Telephone Number 201 930 6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 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 Before You Begin Thank you for choosing the Sony CD kitchen clock radio It will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure Before operating the unit please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference Features e Built in CD player with CD R RW playback function e Dynamic Bass Reflex Sound with the MEGA BASS sound system e TV WEATHER FM AM 4 band PLL phase locked loop synthesized clock radio e Easy Preset Digital Tuning with 25 station presets e Easy to set dial cooking timer e Remote Commander Included DS T Daylight Saving Time Summer time calculation Precautions e Operate the unit on the power source specified in the Specifications e To disconnect the power cord
7. e is a noise from the speakers e You may here a noise when you operate the remote commander while receiving AM band Sporadic loss of sound in CD operation e Dusty or defective disc Clean or replace the disc e Volume too high Reduce the volume e Strong vibration The remote commander does not function e Make sure that you are pointing the remote commander at the remote sensor on the unit e Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote commander and the unit e Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light e Move closer to the unit when using the remote commander Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION With 3 2 ohm loads both channels driven from 100 10 000 Hz rated 1 4 W per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 10 total harmonic distortion in AC operation CD player section System Compact disc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material GaAlAs Wavelength 780 nm Emission duration Continuous Laser output Less than 44 6 pW This output is the value measured at a distance of about 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick up block with 7 mm aperture Frequency response 20 20 000 Hz i s dB Wow and flutter Below measurable limit Radio section Frequency range TV 2 13ch WEATHER 1 7 ch FM 87 5 108 MHz AM 530 1 710 kHz General
8. e or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Replacement parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks as specified by Sony to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition p a lt Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H AC power cord Cord clamp MEGA BASS OFF 401 HIGH OPEN CLOSE indicator A CLOCK TIMER push start stop X RADIO Ft wm cb SHUFFLED O WEATHER Wi p eg TEA 0 N TV ce Fm2 am pt FMT PM Pal Bal eTRAcKs D S 7 0al SUNIERT The preset 3 VOLUME and CD Pll buttons have a tactile dot RI PRESET TUNING VOLUME TUNE TC RADIO 2 Q2OoO a aN ioi TMESET Mounting screw Installing the Unit Under a Cabinet See Fig EN The unit can be installed without the spacer 1 Mark the position of the 3 holes by using the supplied template Use a drill to make the holes size 6 5 mm dia 9 32 inch See Fig EN 2 When the cabinet door overhangs the shelf and obstructs the unit you can adju
9. he power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by forcing it in For the appliance with a three wire grounding type AC plug This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity since this can result in fire or electric shock When not in use Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time To disconnect the cord pull it out by grasping the plug Never pull the plug out by the cord Power Cord Protection Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to the plugs receptacles and the point where the cord exits from the appliance Lightning For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will
10. mains lead pull it out by the plug not the cord e Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat source such as a radiator or airduct or ina place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust mechanical vibration or shock e 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 e Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualified personnel before operating it any further e To clean the casing use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit please consult your nearest Sony dealer Troubleshooting Should any problem occur with the unit make the following checks to determine whether or not servicing is required If the problem persists consult the nearest Sony dealer The clock does not show the correct time e Has an electrical power outage lasting more than one minute occurred The CD player does not operate e Did you close the disc tray e Did you place the disc correctly The disc should be placed with the labeled side up e Dusty or defective disc Clean the disc with an optional cleaning cloth Wipe the disc from the center out e Take out the CD and leave the CD compartment open for about an hour to get rid of moisture condensation Ther
11. na discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code Antenna Lead in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors Z NEC Section 810 20 Ground Clamps Electric Service Equipment NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE SERVICE Damage Requiring Service Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed If liquid has been spilled or objecte have fallen into the appliance If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance This indicates a need for service If the appliance does not operate normally when following the operating instructions adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation aid he appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped or the cabinet has been damaged Servicing Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltag
12. nce servicing instruc tions in the literature accompanying the appliance The graphical symbols are at the top of the unit 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 different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help If you have any questions about the product you may call Sony Direct Response Center 1 800 222 7669 or write to Sony Direct Response Center 12451 Gateway Blvd Fort Myers FL 33913 Declaration of Conformity Trade N
13. possible during both play and pause About CD Rs CD RWs This unit is compatible with CD Rs CD RWs but playback capability may vary depending on the quality of the disc the recording device and application software To handle compact discs Correct Handle the disc by its edge Incorrect Do not touch the surface Do not stick paper or tape nor write anything on the surface Note If you press CD Pil when there is no disc in the CD compartment 00 flashes for about 5 seconds on the display and the unit turns off automatically Various Modes of CD Playback You can play tracks repeatedly or in random order Press PLAY MODE Each press changes the play mode as follows Display indication Play mode none normal play All the tracks are played once 4 REP 1 single repeat A single track is played repeatedly 4 REP ALL all repeat All the tracks are played repeatedly 4 SHUFFLE shuffle play All the tracks are played once in random order SHUFFLE REP shuffle repeat All the tracks are played repeatedly in random order Playing the Radio Manual Tuning 1 Press RADIO ON BAND to turn on the radio RADIO appears in the display The display shows the band and frequency for a few seconds and then changes back to the current time 2 Press RADIO ON BAND repeatedly to select the desired band Each press changes the band as follows on FM1 FM2 WEATHER
14. prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance Cleaning Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony as they may cause hazards ANTENNAS Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed follow the precautions below An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM EXTREME PARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an anten
15. s and openings by placing the appliance on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Never place the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided Accessories Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The appliance may fall causing serious injury to a child or an adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by Sony An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn Wall or Ceiling Mounting If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling mount it only as recommended by Sony USE Power Source This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company For those appliances designed to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third pin for grounding Follow the instructions below For the ap liance with a polarized AC power cord plug This plug will fit into t
16. se steps To change the preset station tune in to the desired station and hold down the PRESET TUNING 1 to 5 button The new station will replace the previous station on the PRESET TUNING button Tuning in to a Preset Station 1 Press RADIO ON BAND to turn on the radio 2 Press RADIO ON BAND to select the band 3 Press the desired PRESET TUNING button 4 Adjust the volume using VOLUME or After a few seconds the display returns to the current time but the PRESET TUNING button number remains Note Holding down the desired PRESET TUNING button for more than a few seconds in step 3 will replace the previous station on the PRESET TUNING button with the station you tuned in to Other Useful Functions To Obtain Powerful Bass Switch MEGA BASS to LOW or HIGH The MEGA BASS system produces a powerful bass sound Operating the Cooking Timer Countdown Timer The timer can be set at one minute intervals between 1 120 1 Turn TIMER until the desired time appears in the display TIMER will appear in the display when TIMER is turned After setting the time the current time is displayed again if you do not perform any operation for more than 60 seconds 2 Push TIMER once Timer indicator lights and beep sounds While the timer is set the display shows the remaining time To display the current time press CLOCK Cooking Timer ON When the time has elapsed the buzzer will sound and the TIM
17. st the unit shelf height First set the L mark to the dot which becomes the lowest position then you can adjust the height in 4 steps He eL by turning the spacer counterclockwise See Fig EN 3 Install the unit with the supplied mounting screws See Fig EN Caution e Since the unit is very heavy be careful when installing the unit e To reduce the risk of fire do not place any heating or cooking appliance beneath this unit e Install the unit so that its AC power cord can be connected directly to a wall outlet Do not use a converter or extension cord e Be sure that the AC power cord has no slack when using the unit since the cord acts as an FM wire antenna If the AC power cord has some slack wind it up to the cord hook until the cord has no slack e The unit has a built in ferrite bar antenna for AM radio reception Check the condition of AM reception before fixing in position e Install the unit as far as possible from a source of noise for example refrigerator microwave oven fluorescent lamp etc Setting the Clock 1 Plug in the CD kitchen clock radio The display will flash AM 12 00 2 Press CLOCK for a few seconds You will hear a beep and the hour will start to flash in the display 3 Press TUNE TRACK TIME SET or until the correct hour appears in the display 4 Press CLOCK once The minute will flash a AM 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the minute After set
18. ting the minute press CLOCK to start the counting of the seconds and you will hear two short beeps To set the current time rapidly hold down TUNE TRACK eTIME SET or The clock system varies depending on the model you own 12 hour system AM 12 00 midnight In step 5 when you press CLOCK after the minute setting to activate the clock the seconds start counting from zero To change the display to the daylight saving time summer time indication Press D S T eSUMMER T is displayed and the time indication changes to summer time To deactivate the summer time function press D S T eSUMMER T again Playing a CD An 8 cm 3 inch CD can be played without an adaptor The VOL and Pll buttons have a tactile dot 1 Press amp OPEN CLOSE and place a CD on the disc tray tray 3 Press CD Pll CD and TRACK 01 appear on the display to indicate that track 1 of the CD is playing 4 Adjust volume using VOLUME or To Press Pause CD Pll Resume play after pause CD Pll again Locate the beginning of Hea the current track AMS Locate the next track Ppl AMS Go back at high speed Hold down Ke Go forward at high speed Hold down PI Locate the previous track F lt repeatedly AMS Locate the succeeding PPI repeatedly track AMS Stop play E OFF AMS Automatic Music Sensor These operations are

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