Ow n e r’s Re co rd
3-229-097-21(1)
Pre ca u t io n s
The model number and the serial number are
located on the bottom.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance,
and keep this manual for future reference.
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Operate the unit on the power source
specified in the “Specifications.”
Record the serial number in the space provided
below. Refer to them whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
The nameplate indicating operating voltage,
etc. is located on the bottom of the unit.
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.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating
instructions, and adhere to them.
Model No. ICF-CD830
Serial No.
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.
He a t
Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
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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.
WARNING
Ve n t ila t io n
FM/AM
CD Clo ck Ra d io
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.
To p re ve n t fire o r sh o ck
h a za rd , d o n o t e xp o se t h e
u n it t o ra in o r m o ist u re .
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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.
When the casing becomes soiled, clean it with
a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent
solution. Never use abrasive cleansers or
chemical solvents, as they may mar the casing.
-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.
Acce sso rie s
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.
Operating Instructions
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
-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.
USE
Tro u b le sh o o t in g
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.
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:
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 uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
The clock does not show the correct time.
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Has an electrical power outage lasting more
than one minute occurred?
-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.
The CD, radio or buzzer alarm does not sound
at the preset alarm time.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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Hasn’t all ALARM indicator lights gone out?
The radio alarm is activated but no sound
comes on at the preset alarm time.
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Is the TUNING dial set to a receivable radio
station?
∗ The graphical symbols are on the bottom of the
enclosure.
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Has VOLUME been adjusted ?
Ove rlo a d in g
INFORMATION
The CD player does not operate.
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since
this can result in fire or electric shock.
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Did you close the CD lid?
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:
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Did you place the disc correctly?
The disc should be placed with the labeled
side up.
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.
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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.
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.
ICF-CD830
Sony Corporation 2001 Printed in Thailand
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.
Sporadic loss of sound in CD operation.
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Dusty or defective disc—Clean or replace the
disc.
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.
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Volume too high—Reduce the volume.
Strong vibration.
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.
— 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.
Sp e cifica t io n s
At t a ch m e n t s
Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.
CD player section
System: Compact disc digital audio system
ANTENNAS
Laser diode properties: Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: 780 nm
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.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
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
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
7mm aperture.)
Frequency response: 20-20 000 Hz
+1
–1.5
dB
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Radio section
Frequency range:
FM: 87.5-108 MHz
AM: 530-1 710 kHz
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
Antenna Lead-in Wire
General
Time display:
Be fo re Yo u Be g in
Ground
12-hour system
Speaker:
66 mm (2
Pow er outputs:
1.2W + 1.2W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Pow er requirements:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Dimensions:
Approx. 273 × 94.5 × 194.5 mm(w/ h/ d)
(Approx. 10
projecting parts and controls
Mass:
Approx. 1 705 g (3 lb 12 oz)
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-20)
Clamps
Thank you for choosing the Sony CD clock radio!
It will give you many hours of reliable service
and listening pleasure.
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inches) dia., 4 Ω
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Electric Service
Equipment
Before operating the unit, please read these
instructions thoroughly and retain them for
future reference.
NEC-NATIONAL
Ground Clamps
ELECTRICAL CODE
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250 Part H)
SERVICE
Da m a g e Re q u irin g Se rvice
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
Fe a t u re s
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× 3
× 7
inches) incl.
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-When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed.
• Triple alarm—enables you to wake up with
your favorite CD, RADIO Station and/ or
buzzer.
-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.
• Extendable snooze—snooze time can be
extended from 10 to 60 minutes in maximum.
• Various CD playmode with Shuffle/ Repeat
function.
• Wake up to any track of CD.
• Easy-to-see ALARM indicator.
• Summer time (daylight saving time) calculator.
-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.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Se rvicin g
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.
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.
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.
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