Sony ICFCDK50 User Manual

Fm/am cd kitchen clock radio, Icf-cdk50, Precautions

ICF-CDK50 3-287-075-11 (1)

3-287-075-11 (1)

Printed in China

ICF-CDK50

FM/AM CD Kitchen

Clock Radio

Operating Instructions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not

expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not

open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified

personnel only.
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 no objects filled with liquids, such as

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

as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

Notes on DualDiscs

A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates

DVD recorded material on one side with digital

audio material on the other side. However, since the

audio material side does not conform to the Compact

Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not

guaranteed.

Music discs encoded with

copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that

conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.

Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright

protection technologies are marketed by some

record companies. Please be aware that among those

discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD

standard and may not be playable by this product.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will

increase eye hazard.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of

procedures other than those specified herein may

result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or

cooking apparatus beneath this unit.

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.

The graphical symbols are at the top of the enclosure.

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has a

double insulation system.

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.

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. 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

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications

not expressly approved in this manual could void your

authority to operate this equipment.

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 product, 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.

Important Safety Instructions

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.

Precautions

 Use the power source specified in the

“Specifications” to operate the unit.

 The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power

consumption, etc. is located on the top exterior.

 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 air duct, 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 material that might

block the ventilation holes such as a curtain.

 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.

 To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with

a mild detergent solution.

 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.

If you have any questions or problems

concerning your unit, please consult your nearest

Sony dealer.

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.

Troubleshooting

Should the problem persists after you have made the

following checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The clock does not show the correct time.

 Has an electrical power outage occurred?

The CD player does not operate.

 Did you close the disc tray?

 Did you place the disc correctly?

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 allow condensation to

evaporate.

Sporadic loss of sound during CD operation.

 Dusty or defective disc—Clean or replace the disc.

 Excessively high volume—Reduce the volume.

 Strong vibration.

There is a noise from the speakers.

 You may hear a noise when you operate the remote

during an AM broadcast.

The remote does not work.

 Remove any obstacles between the remote and the

remote sensor on the unit, and move the unit away

from fluorescent lights.

 Point the remote at the system’s sensor.

 Move the remote closer to the system.

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC

DISTORTION

With 4-ohm loads, both channels driven from

100 – 10 000 Hz; rated 1.5 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:

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.)

Number of channels: 2

Frequency response: 20 – 20 000 Hz

–2

Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit

Radio section

Frequency range:

FM: 87.5 – 108 MHz

AM: 530 – 1 710 kHz

Antennas:

FM: AC power cord

AM: Built-in ferrite bar antenna

General

Time display: 12-hour system

Speaker: 66 mm (2

⁄

inches) diam., 4 Ω, cone type (2)

Input:

Built-in audio cable with stereo miniplug (1):

minimum input level 245 mV, impedance 47 kΩ

Power outputs:

1.9 W + 1.9 W (at 4 Ω, 10 % harmonic distortion)

Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz

For Power backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery

Dimensions:

Approx. 350  85  300 mm (w/h/d)

(Approx. 13

⁄

 3

⁄

 11

⁄

inches)

incl. projecting parts and controls

Mass: Approx. 2.7 kg (6 lb 1 oz)
Supplied accessories:

mounting screws (M5 screw) (4)

template (1)

spacers (4)

cord clamp (1)

remote commander (1)

digital music player holder (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

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-CDK50

Serial No.

AC power cord

Cord clamp



Template

Spacer

L (Low)

Dot

Mounting screw

Installing the unit under a

cabinet

(See Fig. )

Caution

Please read the following before

installing the unit

 Due to its heavy weight, the unit should be installed

with great care.

 Installation of the unit requires two persons.

 Use tools carefully while installing of the unit.

 Be sure that the cabinet that is used is sturdy enough

to support the weight of the unit.

 To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or

cooking appliance beneath this unit.

 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.

 Be sure that the AC power cord has no slack during

use of the unit, since the cord acts as an FM wire

antenna. If the AC power cord has some slack, wind

it around the cord hook so as to eliminate the slack.

 The unit has a built-in ferrite bar antenna for AM

radio reception. Confirm that AM reception is

acceptable before finally attaching the unit.

 Install the unit as far as possible from sources of

noise (for example, a refrigerator, microwave oven or

fluorescent lamp).

 This unit is not waterproof. Install it where it will

not be exposed to splashing by water, as this may

damage the unit.

 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not

touch the AC power cord with wet hands.

 Never place objects between the top of the unit and

the bottom of the cabinet. This could cause the unit

to fall.

 Make sure the unit’s four screws are fastened tightly.

 After installing the unit, do not pull down on it or

hang something heavy on it.

Decide on the installation location and

orientation of the unit based on the best

reception that is possible (see “Improving

the reception”).

Mark the position of the 4 holes by using

the supplied template. Use a drill to make

the holes (size 6.5 mm diam.,

inch). (See

Fig. -)

When the cabinet door overhangs the shelf

and obstructs the unit, you can adjust 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 (HL)

by turning the spacer counterclockwise

(See Fig. -). The unit can be installed

without the spacer.

Install the unit with the supplied mounting

screws. (See Fig. -)

Note

If you lose the supplied screws, please purchase #10 or

M5 screws.