Sony Clock Radio ICF CD553RM User Manual

WARNING  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not  
expose the unit to rain or moisture.  
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.  
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.  
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such  
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects  
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.  
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Precautions  
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.  
• Operate the unit on the power source specified in  
the “Specifications.”  
• To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it  
out by the plug, not the cord.  
• 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.  
INSTALLATION  
Wa t e r a n d Mo ist u re  
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.  
• 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 a qualified  
personnel before operating it any further.  
He a t  
Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct  
sunlight.  
Ve n t ila t io n  
TV/WEATHER/FM/AM CD  
Kitchen Clock Radio  
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 slots 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.  
• 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.  
Acce sso rie s  
ICF-CD553RM  
Operating Instructions  
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.  
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.  
-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.  
Wa ll o r Ce ilin g Mo u n t in g  
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.  
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.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to  
the presence of important operating and  
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the  
literature accompanying the appliance.  
USE  
Po w e r So u rce  
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.  
The clock does not show the correct time.  
• Has an electrical power outage lasting more than  
one minute occurred?  
Owner’s Record  
* The graphical symbols are at the top of the unit.  
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.  
Gro u n d in g o r Po la riza t io n  
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:  
The CD player does not operate.  
• Did you close the disc tray?  
• Did you place the disc correctly?  
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:  
Model No. ICF-CD553RM  
Serial No.  
The disc should be placed with the labeled  
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 get rid of moisture  
condensation.  
-Fo r t h e a p p lia n ce w it h a p o la rize d AC p o w e r co rd p lu g :  
This plug will fit into the 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.  
-Fo r t h e a p p lia n ce w it h a t h re e -w ire g ro u n d in g t yp e AC p lu g :  
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.  
For customers who purchased this product in the USA  
Please register this product on line at  
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.  
Ove rlo a d in g  
There is a noise from the speakers.  
You may here a noise when you operate the remote  
commander while receiving AM band.  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since  
this can result in fire or electric shock.  
Wh e n n o t in u se  
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.  
Sporadic loss of sound in CD operation.  
• Dusty or defective disc — Clean or replace the disc.  
Volume too high — Reduce the volume.  
• Strong vibration.  
Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC  
(Volatile Organic Compound)-free  
vegetable oil based ink.  
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
— Increase the separation between the equipment  
and receiver.  
Po w e r-Co rd Pro t e ct io n  
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.  
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the receiver  
is connected.  
The remote commander does not function.  
• Make sure that you are pointing the remote  
commander at the remote sensor on the unit.  
• Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote  
commander and the unit.  
• Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to  
strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent  
lamp light.  
• Move closer to the unit when using the remote  
commander .  
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Printed in China  
Lig h t n in g  
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 prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.  
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV  
technician for help.  
Ob je ct a n d Liq u id En t ry  
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.  
If you have any questions about this product, you may  
call:  
Sony Customer Information Services Center  
Cle a n in g  
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.  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name:  
Model:  
Responsible Party:  
Address:  
SONY  
At t a ch m e n t s  
ICF-CD553RM  
Sony Electronics Inc.  
16450 W. Bernardo Dr,  
San Diego, CA 92127  
USA  
Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.  
Specifications  
ANTENNAS  
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS  
Ou t d o o r An t e n n a Gro u n d in g  
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC  
DISTORTION  
With 6–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.  
Telephone Number:  
858-942-2230  
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 CARE 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  
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection  
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.  
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.  
CD player section  
System: Compact disc digital audio system  
Laser diode properties: Material: GaAlAs  
Wavelength: 780 nm  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in this  
manual could void your authority to operate this  
equipment.  
An t e n n a Gro u n d in g Acco rd in g t o t h e Na t io n a l  
Ele ct rica l Co d e  
Emission duration: Continuous  
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW  
(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.)  
Antenna Lead-in Wire  
CAUTION  
+1  
The use of optical instruments with this product  
will increase eye hazard.  
Frequency response: 20 – 20 000 Hz –1.5 dB  
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit  
Ground  
Clamps  
Antenna Discharge Unit  
(NEC Section 810-20)  
Radio section  
Frequency range:  
Grounding Conductors  
(NEC Section 810-20)  
Ground Clamps  
Electric Service  
Equipment  
Features  
NEC-NATIONAL  
ELECTRICAL CODE  
TV:  
2 – 13 ch  
WEATHER: 1 – 7 ch  
• Super Slim Interior Oriented Design  
Voice Memo Function  
Power Service Grounding Electrode System  
(NEC Art 250 Part H)  
FM:  
AM:  
87.5 – 108 MHz  
530 – 1 710 kHz  
SERVICE  
Da m a g e Re q u irin g Se rvice  
• MEGA Xpand function to get the effect of  
expansion of the sound field  
• TV/WEATHER/FM/AM Digital Tuner  
• Easy Set, One Touch cooking timer  
• Magnetic Remote Commander  
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
General  
Time display: 12-hour system  
Speaker: 77 mm (3 18 inches) dia, 6  
Power outputs:  
1.8 W + 1.8 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)  
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz  
Dimensions:  
-When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed.  
-If liquid has been spilled or objects 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.  
-If the appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been  
damaged.  
Approx. 400 × 84 × 323 mm (w/h/d)  
(Approx. 15 34 × 3 38 × 12 34 inches) incl.  
projecting parts and controls  
Mass: Approx. 3 kg (7 lb)  
Se rvicin g  
Supplied accessories:  
Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltage or other hazards.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Mounting screws (4), Template (1),  
Spacers (4), Remote commander (1)  
Re p la ce m e n t p a rt s  
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.  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Sa fe t y Ch e ck  
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.  
Lead-free solder is used for soldering.  
Halogenated flame retardants are not  
used in printed wiring boards.  
 

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