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Personal Audio Docking System
Reference Guide
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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.
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.
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).
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, remove the screw of the battery
compartment at the bottom of the unit,
and open the lid (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 and
tighten the screw.
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
When using the unit for the first time after
purchase, perform the following on the unit:
1
Remove the insulation film of the backup
battery at the bottom of the unit.
2
Plug in the unit.
3
Press and hold
CLOCK
until the year
flashes in the display.
4
Press
TIME SET +
or
–
repeatedly to set
the year, and then press
CLOCK
.
5
Repeat step
4
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 (2011 - 2110) 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
The clock system varies depending on the
model you own.
12-hour system: “AM 12:00” = midnight
24-hour system: “0:00” = midnight
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.
To change the display to the
summer time (daylight
saving time) indication
Press and hold
CLOCK
and
SNOOZE/
BRIGHTNESS
for at least 2 seconds.
“ ” and “On” appear 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
SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS
for at least 2 seconds
again.
“ ” and “OFF” appear in the display to show that
summer time (daylight saving time) has been
canceled.
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.
Press and hold to turn off the iPod.
(Forward)
Go to the next track.
Press and hold while listening to the sound to
locate a desired point.
Press and hold in pause while observing the
display on iPod 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.
Press and hold in pause while observing the
display on iPod to locate a desired point.
(Up)/
(Down)
Select a menu item or track for playback.
MENU
Go back to the previous menu.
Press and hold to go back to the main menu.
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
Note
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.
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.
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod touch (2nd generation)
iPod nano (6th generation)*
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)
iPod classic
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G
* The iPod nano (6th generation) cannot be
controlled by the remote when the command of
“
MENU
,” “
,” “
,” and “
ENTER
” is pressed.
ICF-DS15iP
©2011 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
On copyrights
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod
touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
“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 as such.
To play back
1
Set your iPod on the dock connector.
The dock connector can be tilted slightly.
2
Press
.
The iPod begins to play back.
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 remove an 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
An iPod in a case or cover can be set in this
unit. However, if the case or cover interferes
with connection, remove the case or cover
before setting the iPod on the dock connector.
When placing or removing the iPod, hold the
iPod at the same angle as that of the connector
on this unit, and do not twist or bend the iPod
as it 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 your iPod cannot reach the supporter located
in front of the unit, attach the supplied cushion
below the supporter.
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.
Continued on the reverse side
FM wire aerial
Power cord
Remote sensor
Supporter
Display window (12-hour system)
The display differs depending on your country.
The and
buttons have a tactile dot.
