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ICF-CD3iP_

4-115-539-93(1)_CEK

ICF-CD3iP_

4-115-539-93(1)_CEK

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.

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.

WARNING

 

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 batteries (battery pack or 

batteries installed) to excessive heat such as 

sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.

 

Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away 

from children.

“CAUTION-CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER 

RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND 

INTERLOCKS DEFEATED DO NOT VIEW 

DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS”

Features

 

Brightness control (High/Mid/Low)

 

Supplied audio cable for digital music players

 

Built-in CD player with CD-R/RW playback 

function

 

FM/AM 2-band digital tuner

 

30 Station Presets (20 FM, 10 AM)

 

No Power No Problem Alarm System

 

Extendable Snooze time from 10 to 60 min

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.

 

The unit is not disconnected from the AC 

power source (mains) as long as it is connected 

to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has 

been turned off.

 

The nameplate and important information 

concerning safety are located on the bottom 

exterior.

 

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 aerial 

during a thunderstorm. Furthermore, 

immediately disconnect the AC power cord 

from the radio.

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.

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 CD, radio, iPod or buzzer alarm does not 

sound at the preset alarm time.

 

Check that “ALARM A” or “ALARM B” is 

properly displayed. 

The CD, radio or iPod alarm is activated but 

no sound comes on at the preset alarm time.

 

Has 

VOLUME

 been adjusted?

The CD player does not operate.

 

Did you close the CD compartment lid?

 

Did you insert the disc correctly?  

The disc should be inserted with the label side 

up.

 

Dusty or defective disc — Clean the disc with 

an optional cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from 

the center out.

 

Take out the CD and leave the CD 

compartment open for about an hour to allow 

condensation to evaporate.

There is no sound from the iPod.

 

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.

 

Adjust the 

VOLUME

.

The iPod cannot be operated with this unit.

 

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.

The iPod cannot be charged.

 

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.

Specifications

CD player section

System

Compact disc digital audio system

Laser diode properties

Emission duration: Continuous

Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW(This output is 

the value measurement at a distance of 200 mm 

from the objective lens surface on the optical 

pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)

Number of channels

2

Frequency response

20 - 20 000 Hz +1/–2 dB

Wow and flutter 

Below measurable limit

iPod section

DC out: 5V

MAX: 500mA (AC only)

Radio section

Frequency range

Band

Frequency

Channel step

FM

87.5 – 108 MHz 0.05 MHz

AM

531 – 1 611 kHz 9 kHz

General

Time display

12-hour system

Speaker

Approx. 3.8 cm (1 

1

/

2

 inches) dia. 20 Ω

Input

AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)

Power output

1 W + 1 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)

Power requirements

230 V AC, 50 Hz

For clock back up: 3 VDC one CR2032 battery

Dimensions

Approx. 145 × 156.8 × 115.8 mm (w/h/d)  

(5 

3

/

4

 × 6 

1

/

4

 × 4 

5

/

8

 inches) not including 

projecting parts and controls

Mass

Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 13 oz) including power 

supply unit

Supplied accessories

Remote commander (1)

AM loop aerial (1)

Audio connecting cable (1)

Universal dock adapter for iPhone (1)

Universal dock adapter for iPhone 3G (1)

Lithium battery CR2032 (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change 

without notice.

Compatible iPod models

The compatible iPod models are as follows. Update 

your iPod to use the latest software before you use it.

iPod nano  

5th generation 

(video camera)

iPhone 3GS

iPod touch

2nd generation

iPod nano

4th generation 

(video)

iPhone 3G

iPod touch  

1st generation

iPod nano  

3rd generation  

(video)

iPod classic

iPhone

iPod nano  

2nd generation

(aluminum)

iPod  

5th generation 

(video)

iPod nano  

1st generation

iPod  

4th generation

(color display)

iPod  

4th generation

iPod mini

Notes

 

In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used 

as a general reference for the iPod functions on 

the iPod and iPhone, unless otherwise specified 

by the text or illustrations.

 

The connector of the unit is for sole use for 

iPod. When you use devices that do not match 

with the connector, connect to the 

AUDIO IN

 

terminal of this unit with the supplied audio 

connecting cable.

 

Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event 

that data recorded to iPod is lost or damaged 

when using an iPod connected to this unit.

Connecting the aerial

To connect the AM loop aerial

The shape and the 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.

3

  Connect the cords to the AM aerial 

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 aerial is 

connected firmly by pulling softly.

Adjusting the AM loop aerial

Find a place and an orientation that provide good 

reception.

 

Do not place the AM loop aerial near the unit 

or other AV equipment, as noise may result.

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ICF-CD3iP

FM/AM CD

Clock Radio

Operating Instructions

Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

If the time in the display is 

incorrect after the battery is 

changed (Reset)

Press the Reset button with a pointed device. The 

Reset button is in the small hole located in the 

battery compartment.

Note

If 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.

Battery Warning

If the unit is to be left unplugged for a long time, 

remove the battery to avoid undue battery 

discharge and damage to the unit from battery 

leakage.

WARNING

There is a danger of explosion if the battery is 

incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type 

recommended by the equipment manufacturer.

If the battery compartment lid comes off

The battery compartment lid is designed to come 

off when opened with excessive force. To put it 

back on, see the illustration. 

1

  Insert the left hook of the lid into the left 

hole in the unit.

2

  Insert the right hook into the right hole.

3

  Confirm the lid is securely attached.

Tip

Adjust the direction of the AM loop aerial for best 

AM broadcast sound.

Improving the 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.

Tip

If the FM broadcast is noisy, press 

MODE

 to turn 

off “ST” in the display. The radio becomes clearer 

although the sound becomes monaural.

Notes on radio reception

 

Keep digital music players or mobile phones 

away from the AM loop aerial or the FM aerial, 

as this may lead to interference of reception.

 

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.

Preparing the remote 

commander

Before using the card remote commander for the 

first time, remove the insulation film. (See Fig. 

-

)

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. (See Fig. 

-

)

Notes

 

Do not charge the battery.

 

When you are not going to use the remote 

commander for a long time, remove the battery 

to avoid any damage caused by leakage and 

corrosion.

About the backup 

battery

To keep good time, as a backup power source, this 

unit needs one CR2032 battery (supplied), in 

addition to the house current.

The battery keeps the clock operating in the event 

of a power interruption.

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.

Installing and replacing the 

backup battery

1

  Open the CD compartment lid. (See Fig. 

-

)

2

  Keep the AC plug connected to the AC 

outlet and use a screwdriver to remove 

the screw that secures the battery holder 

at the CD compartment. (See Fig. 

-

)

3

  Push the exhausted battery out from the 

CD compartment of the battery holder 

and insert a new battery with the 

 side 

facing up. (See Fig. 

-

)

4

  Insert the battery holder back into the 

unit and secure it with the screw. (See 

Fig. 

-

)

5

  Press 

CD, iPod&iPhone, RADIO BAND, 

AUDIO IN 

or

 SNOOZE/DATE/SLEEP 

OFF

 to turn “

” off in the display.

CR2032

The CD, iPod & iPhone 

 and 

buttons have a tactile dot.

CR2025

Setting the clock

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, 

the day, hour, and minute, and then press 

CLOCK.

And the seconds start incrementing from zero.

Notes

 

If you do not press a button for about 1 minute 

while setting the clock, the clock setting will be 

cancelled.

 A calendar is installed in this unit. When the 

date is set, a 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 within about 3 seconds press it again for 

the year.

The display shows the date or year for about 3 

seconds and then changes back to the current time.

To change the display to the 

summer time (daylight 

saving time) indication

Press and hold 

CLOCK

 and 

BRIGHTNESS/

SUMMER TIME

 at the same time for at least 2 

seconds.

“ ” is appears in the display and the time 

indication changes to the summer time (daylight 

saving time).

To deactivate the summer time (daylight saving 

time) adjustment, press and hold 

CLOCK

 and 

BRIGHTNESS/SUMMER TIME

 at the same time 

for at least 2 seconds again.

Setting the brightness 

of the display

Three levels of brightness are available by pressing 

BRIGHTNESS/SUMMER TIME.

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