Sony XDR-DS16iPN Reference Manual

4-461-409-22(1)
Personal Audio
Reference Guide GB
System
©2013 Sony Corporation Printed in China
XDR-DS16iPN
WARNING General information
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
Specifications
not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
Time display
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
Switching between 12-hour system (default) and
ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers,
24-hour system
tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted
candles on the apparatus. iPod
DC out: 5V
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
MAX: 1A
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing,
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such Radio
as vases, on the apparatus. Frequency range
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
Band Frequency Frequency step
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
DAB 174.928 MHz -
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
(Band-III) 239.200 MHz
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
FM 87.5 MHz - 0.05 MHz
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
108 MHz
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
DAB (Band-III) frequency table (MHz)
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
No. Channel Frequency
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug
from the AC outlet immediately.
1 5A 174.928
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
2 5B 176.640
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the
3 5C 178.352
wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned
off.
4 5D 180.064
The nameplate and important information
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concerning safety are located on the bottom
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exterior.
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CAUTION
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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
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replaced. Replace only with the same type.
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On copyrights
iPhone, iPod, iPod nano, and iPod touch are 11 7C 192.352
trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
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and other countries.
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Lightning is a trademark of Apple Inc.
"Made for iPod, " and "Made for iPhone" mean
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that an electronic accessory has been designed to
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connect specifically to iPod or iPhone,
respectively, and has been certified by the
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developer to meet Apple performance standards.
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Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and 18 9B 204.640
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of
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this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect
wireless performance. 20 9D 208.064
21 10A 209.936
Note
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 This unit is not specified for use with an iPad,
and malfunction may result if used with one.
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24 10D 215.072
Precautions
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26 11B 218.640
 To disconnect AC power, grasp the plug itself,
not the cord. 27 11C 220.352
 Since a strong magnet is used for the speaker,
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keep credit cards using magnetic coding or
spring-wound watches, CRT-based TVs, or 29 12A 223.936
projectors, etc., away from the unit to prevent
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possible damage from the magnet.
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 Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat
source such as a radiator or airduct, or in a
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place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
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mechanical vibration, or shock.
 Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal
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heat build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface
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(a rug, a blanket, etc.) or near materials (a
curtain) which might block the ventilation holes. 36 13D 235.776
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
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unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any 38 13F 239.200
further.
General
 During a thunderstorm, do not touch the
antenna (aerial) and plug.
Speaker

Do not touch the unit with wet hands.
Approx. 57 mm dia. 6 Ω (2)

Do not place the unit anywhere near water.
Input
NOTES ON LITHIUM BATTERY
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo minijack)
 Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
good contact. Power output
 Be sure to observe the correct polarity when 3.5 W + 3.5 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
installing the battery.
Power source
 Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
230 V AC, 50 Hz
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
For clock back up: 3V DC, CR2032 battery (1)
Note
Dimensions
 In the Reference Guide, "iPod" is used as a
Approx. 290 mm × 165 mm × 145 mm (w/h/d)
general reference to functions on an iPod or
including projecting parts and controls
iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text
or illustrations. Mass
Approx. 1.65 kg including power supply unit
If you have any questions or problems concerning
Supplied accessories
your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Remote control (with a lithium battery) (1)
Startup Guide (1)
Reference Guide (this document) (1)
Compatible iPod/iPhone 
models
The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as
follows.
Update the software of the iPod/iPhone to the
latest version before using it with this unit.
iPhone 5s
iPhone 5c
iPhone 5
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod nano (7th generation)*

CR2032
* The remote command of "MENU, " ", " ", " and
"ENTER" will only work with iPhone and iPod
touch.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Remote control
Troubleshooting
Before using the supplied remote for the first
time, remove the insulation film.
Should any problem persist after you have made
Aim the remote at the (Remote sensor) of the
the following checks, consult your nearest Sony
unit.
dealer.
The clock flashes "AM 12:00" or "0:00" due to
a power interruption.
 The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove
the old battery and install a new one.
 Be sure to remove the insulation film of the
backup battery before use.
The alarm of the radio, iPod or buzzer does
not sound at the preset alarm time. When to replace the battery
 Check that alarm "A" or alarm "B" is properly
With normal use, the battery (CR2025) should
displayed.
last for about 6 months. When the remote can no
The alarm of the radio or iPod is activated longer operate the unit, replace the battery with a
but no sound comes on at the preset alarm new one.
time.
  side facing up
Check the alarm volume setting.
There is no sound from the iPod.

Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
 Adjust the VOLUME + or – (VOL + or – on the
remote).
The iPod cannot be operated with this unit.
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
 Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit Note
(see "Compatible iPod/iPhone models").  If you are not going to use the remote for a long
time, remove the battery to avoid any damage
The iPod cannot be charged.
that may be caused by leakage or corrosion.
 Make sure the iPod is securely connected.
 Check that the iPod is compatible with this unit
Operations
(see "Compatible iPod/iPhone models").
Preparations
Setting the clock
To set the clock for the first
Power source
time
This unit contains a CR2032 battery as a backup
When you first purchase the unit, do the
power source to keep the alarm operating during
following.
a power interruption (No Power No Problem
1
Remove the insulation film of the backup
system).
battery on the bottom of the unit.
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 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
2
Extend the wire aerial fully.
outlet, remove the screw of the battery
3 Plug in the unit.
compartment on the bottom of the unit,
"Setting clock... " appears in the display, and
and open the lid (see Fig. ).
the time is set based on the received DAB
2
Remove the old battery and insert a new
data. When finished, the current time appears
one in the battery compartment with the in the display.
 side facing up (see Fig. ).
3 Replace the battery compartment lid and
tighten the screw.
4
Press , DAB/FM, AUDIO IN or
SNOOZE/BRIGHTNESS to turn " " off
 Notes
 Do not operate the unit before "Setting clock... "
in the display.
disappears from the display.
Note
 If the clock cannot be set as a result of no DAB
 When you replace the battery, do not
signal being received, "AM 12:00, " year and date
disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
flash in the display. The clock cannot be set. In
Otherwise, the current date and current time
this case, set Time synchronization to "iPod" or
will be erased.
"None" (for details, see "Time
synchronization").
Time synchronization
Improving the reception
You can synchronize time from DAB broadcasts
and iPod in clock mode.
1 DAB Band-III/FM
Press MENU and SELECT  or  to
Extend the wire aerial fully to increase reception
select "Synced Time By, " then press
sensitivity.
DSPL/ENT (ENTER on the remote).
Keep the wire aerial away from the power cord.
2
Press SELECT  or  to select "DAB, " Do not bundle the wire aerial and power cord
together.
"iPod" or "None, " then press DSPL/ENT
For DAB reception, press DSPL/ENT to show the
(ENTER on the remote).
signal strength in order to adjust the aerial for
Select "DAB" to synchronize time by DAB
optimum reception.
(default).
Notes on radio reception
Select "iPod" to synchronize time by iPod.
 Keep digital music players or mobile phones
Select "None" if time synchronization is not
away from the aerial, as this may lead to
needed.
reception interference.
3
Perform one of the following operations
 When you are listening to the radio with an
according to your selection above:
iPhone connected to the unit, interference with
If "DAB" is selected, set the radio band to
radio reception may occur.
DAB.
 When you are listening to the radio while
If "iPod" is selected, connect an iPod to the
charging an iPod, interference with radio
unit.
reception may occur.
If "None" is selected, perform steps 2 to 4 in
Tip
"To set the clock manually. "
 If an FM broadcast is noisy, press MENU and
To set the clock manually
SELECT  or  to select "Mode, " then press
DSPL/ENT (ENTER on the remote). Press
Do the following if you wish to set the clock
SELECT  or  to select "MONO" instead of
manually, instead of synchronizing time by DAB
"AUTO STEREO, " then press DSPL/ENT
or iPod.
(ENTER on the remote) again. To resume stereo
1 Plug in the unit.
reception, perform the above steps again.
2 Press MENU and SELECT  or  to
select "Date & Time, " then press DSPL/
Operating the radio
ENT (ENTER on the remote).
The year flashes in the display.
The unit can receive DAB service and FM stations.
3
Press SELECT  or  to set the year, then
1 Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
press DSPL/ENT (ENTER on the remote).
desired band.
4 Repeat step 3 to set the month, day, hour
Each press changes the band as follows:
and minute.
The seconds start incrementing from zero.
Notes
If a list of receivable DAB broadcasts has not
 The clock setting is available in clock state only.
been created when you select DAB,
(When using radio, iPod or Audio-in, press
"Scanning..." will appear in the display, and
OFF before setting the clock.)
the unit starts scanning automatically.
 When "iPod" or "DAB" is selected in Time
2
Press TUNE + or – to tune to the desired
synchronization, the clock will be overwritten
via iPod or DAB time automatically. Select service or station.
"None" in step 2 to deactivate time If a selected DAB service has finished
synchronization via iPod or DAB. broadcasting, sound stops and "NO
 When the clock is set via DAB, daylight saving SERVICE" appears. In this case, press
time (summer time) will be adjusted TUNE + or – to select another service.
automatically. Otherwise, set daylight saving
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
time manually or via iPod.
(VOL + or – on the remote).
 When the clock is set via DAB, the clock will be
To turn off the radio, press OFF.
reset via DAB after a power interruption. The
clock will not be reset if it has been set
Note on FM usage
manually or via iPod.
The frequency step is set to 0.05 MHz on FM.

If you do not press any button for about
Notes on DAB usage
1 minute while setting the clock, the clock

"NO SERVICE" appears when the selected
setting will be cancelled.
 service cannot be received.
An 87-year calendar (2013-2099) is installed in

DAB broadcasts with poor quality reception
the unit. When the date is set, the day of the
may not be selected when Auto scan is
week is automatically displayed.
performed. In this case, perform Manual tune,
MON = Monday, TUE = Tuesday,
which may improve reception.
WED = Wednesday, THU = Thursday,
FRI = Friday, SAT = Saturday, SUN = Sunday
About the SC (Secondary Component)
To change the time format
If the selected primary component has a
You can choose a time format between 12-hour secondary component, ">>" lights up in the
system (default) and 24-hour system. display.
1 Press MENU and SELECT  or  to Press TUNE + to receive the desired secondary
component. "<<" lights up while the secondary
select "Time Format, " then press DSPL/
component is being received.
ENT (ENTER on the remote).
Note
2 Press SELECT  or  to select the desired
 When the selected secondary component ends,
time format, then press DSPL/ENT
the unit returns automatically to the primary
(ENTER on the remote).
component.
The time format toggles between 12-hour
Preset tuning
system ("AM 12:00" = midnight) and 24-hour
system ("0:00" = midnight).
You can preset up to 20 services in DAB and 20
stations in FM.
To change the date format
1 To preset a service or station
Press MENU and SELECT  or  to
1
select "Date Format, " then press DSPL/ Follow steps 1 to 2 in "Operating the
ENT (ENTER on the remote). radio" and manually tune in to the
2 Press SELECT  or  to select the desired station you want to preset.
2 Press MENU and SELECT  or  to
date format, then press DSPL/ENT
(ENTER on the remote). select " Manual Preset , " then press DSPL/
ENT (ENTER on the remote).
To display the year and date when using
3 Press PRESET to select the desired
the radio + or –
Press DATE.
preset number, and press DSPL/ENT
After a few seconds, the display will change back
(ENTER on the remote).
to the current service or station automatically.
The service or station is stored.
Notes
 To preset another service or station, repeat
these steps.
 To go back to the previous status, press MENU
instead of DSPL/ENT (ENTER on the remote)
in step 2.
 To change a preset service or station, tune in to
the desired service or station, then repeat steps
1 to 3. The new service or station will replace
the previous service or station.
To tune in to a preset service or station
1 Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
desired band.
2
Press PRESET + or – to select the desired
preset number.
When the service or station is not registered,
"PRESET BLANK" appears in the display.
The preset service or station can also be
selected by PRESET + or –.
3 Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
(VOL + or – on the remote).
Notes
 If there are no preset stations, "PRESET
BLANK" will appear when you press PRESET +
or –.
 If there is only one preset station, its preset
number will flash each time you press PRESET
+ or –.
Auto preset tuning (FM only)
1
Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
FM band.
2 Press MENU and SELECT  or  to
select "Auto Preset, " then press DSPL/
ENT (ENTER on the remote).
3 Press SELECT  or  to select "Yes, " then
press DSPL/ENT (ENTER on the remote).
The unit automatically presets the available
channels for FM in order.
Tip
 To stop auto preset tuning, press OFF.
Scan tuning (FM only)
The unit automatically scans FM stations.
1 Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select the
FM band.
2
Press and hold TUNE + or –.
+ : scans up through the frequency bands.
– : scans down through the frequency bands.
Scanning starts from the currently-tuned
frequency. When a station is received,
scanning stops.
3
Adjust the volume using VOLUME + or –
(VOL + or – on the remote).
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