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Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL

AM/FM clock radio with CD player and iPod® dock

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Arise in the morning and drift off to sleep at night to your choice of music with the ICF-CD3iPSIL clock radio from Sony. This compact unit features an integrated slide-out dock for your iPod, as well as a built-in single-disc CD player. You can set the wake-up alarms to your favorite radio station, songs on your iPod, or even a CD.

The large, backlit LCD display is easy to read. Small stereo speakers built into the system deliver clean, clear sound.

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Highlights:

  • clock radio with built-in CD player and iPod dock
  • for all docking iPods, including iPod classic, iPod touch, and iPod nano,
  • compatible with iPhone™, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, and iPhone 4
  • plays CDs and CD-R/RWs
  • digital tuner with 30 station presets (20 FM, 10 AM)
  • backlit LCD display
  • dual alarms can be set for iPod, CD, radio, or buzzer
  • automatically charges most iPods and iPhones while docked (will not charge 2G iPod touch, curved screen iPod nano or iPhone 3G)
  • built-in stereo speakers
  • minijack auxiliary input with cable
  • remote control
  • 6"W x 5-13/16"H x 4-3/16"D
  • warranty: 1 year
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  • CD Clock Radio with iPod/iPhone dock
  • RMT-CCD3iPA wireless remote control with installed CR2025 3V battery
  • iPod dock adapter insert
  • 14" Minijack cable with a male 3.5mm connector on each end
  • AM loop antenna
  • Operating Instructions

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Features

Overview: The Sony ICF-CD3iP CD clock radio features an array of functions into a space-saving design which can set on your bedroom's nightstand or dresser. The unit's hidden sliding iPod dock tray allows you to dock your compatible iPhone or iPod. The clock radio's dual alarm lets you set two separate wakeup times with the option of waking up to the music stored on your iPhone or iPod, your favorite CD or radio station. Additional features include an AM/FM tuner with 30 presets, a large easy-to-read LCD, and an included remote control that lets you access all the music on your iPod or iPhone.

Speaker System: The Sony iCF-CD3iP clock radio is equipped with two 1.5" full-range drivers powered by a 0.7 watt per channel amplifier.

iPod/iPhone Dock: The Sony ICF-CD3iP features a hidden, sliding dock tray for playback, control, and charging of most iPods and iPhones. The ICF-CD3iP is "Made for iPod/iPhone compatible" and supports the following iPod/iPhone model functions (Dec. 2009).

iPod/iPhone Model Generation Media Type  Control Type Display Type Charge
Audio Video Out Unit/Remote iPod/iPhone Song/Artist Info Track Info
dock connector 3rd N N N N N N N
clickwheel
color
4th Y N Y Y N N Y
mini 1st Y N Y Y N N Y
2nd Y N Y Y N N Y
 video 5th Y N Y Y N N Y
classic 80GB Y N Y Y N N Y
120GB Y N Y Y N N Y
160GB Y N Y Y N N Y
 nano 1st Y N Y Y N N Y
2nd Y N Y Y N N Y
3rd Y N Y Y N N Y
4th Y N Y Y N N N
5th Y N Y Y N N N
6th Y N Y Y N N N
 touch 1st Y N Y Y N N Y
2nd Y N Y Y N N N
3rd Y N Y Y N N N
4th Y N Y Y N N N
iPhone 2G Y N Y Y N N Y
3G Y N Y Y N N N
3GS Y N Y Y N N N
4 Y N Y Y N N N

Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the device and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to revert to the older software version or wait until an newer software update is available.

CD Player: The ICF-CD3iP features a built-in CD player which supports playback of 12cm or 8cm CD, CD-R, and CD-RW discs. The CD player offers the following playback modes - Normal Play, Single Repeat, All Repeat, Shuffle Play, and Shuffle Repeat.

AM/FM Tuner: The Sony ICF-CD3iP features an integrated AM/FM tuner. You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations.

Audio Input: The ICF-CD3iP features a rear-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input and comes supplied with a 14" minijack cable for connecting an external audio source to the unit.

Wireless Remote Control: The Sony clock radio comes supplied with an IR wireless remote control which will operate the ICF-CD3iP and your docked iPod or iPhone. The supplied remote will control playback and menu controls of your docked iPod or iPhone. Your iPod'ss and iPhone's controls remain functional when docked.

Note: The iPod nano (6th gen) only offers basic playback functions (Play/Pause, Fast-Forward/Rewind, and Next/Previous, Random/Repeat) from the included remote control.

LCD Display: The unit features a large, easy to read LCD display with adjustable brightness (High, Middle, or Low).

Note: All iPod information will continue to be displayed on your iPod's screen.

Dual Alarms: This CD clock radio is equipped with dual alarms with 4 mode operation. You can set the alarm to playback your CD, iPod, radio or the unit's internal buzzer. You can set each alarm to activate everyday, only on the week days, or only on the weekends.

Snooze: The unit's Alarm features a Snooze function which turns the sound of the ICF-CD3iP off but will automatically turn it back on after 10 minutes to 60 minutes depending on the setting.

Sleep Timer: You can fall asleep to the sound of this unit, using its built-in sleep timer that turns off the ICF-CD3iP automatically after a preset duration (15, 30, 60, or 90 minutes).

Power Supply: The Sony clock radio operates off of standard household AC current using the attached AC cord. The unit also features a backup battery (CR2032) which keeps the clock operating in the event of a power interruption.

 

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1-4 of 4 items Sort Results By: Date Reviewed | Rating | Helpfulness
 
1 out of 5

Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL

Written By daniel, seattle, wa on Wednesday, September 21, 2011
 
iPod player and alarm functions stopped working after 5 months. Sending it in to the factory.
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2 out of 5

No flashlight needed

Written By Paulk, Minnesota on Tuesday, May 31, 2011
 
Other reviewers are right that the display is insanely bright. After some nights of having a light shine in my face I now rotate the alarm 90 degrees from the bed to keep the light out of my eyes. A more preferable display would be LED rather than the LCD. It is easier for glasses wearers to read a red/green LED display than a backlit blue LCD headlight.

I bought the clock for its dual alarm,, the digital radio with presets and the external antennas. Radio reception is outstanding with the loop AM antenna. I have not and won't use the CD or ipod features since I use the radio for news & weather.

Besides the display the other issue is the size and tactile feel of the buttons. They are very difficult to find and would be nice if they were raised.

I give the radio and alarm 5 stars, but the issues with the display drops the overall rating to a two star.

It's too much to overlook!
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1 out of 5

Sony ICF-CD3iPSIL

Written By klawjlaw, New York NY on Wednesday, August 05, 2009
 
The clock is so bright it lights the room and sleep is nearly impossible. The speakers are not the best. I sent mine back.
15 out of 21 people found this helpful
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5 out of 5

Outstanding radio

Written By Jeffery, Forney, TX on Tuesday, November 04, 2008
 
I purchased this for my son. The sound is great. The multi-day alarm, and DST auto adjust along with the IPOD docking is outstanding. I could not be more pleased. The Crutchfield shipping and subsequent follow up will keep me coming back. Thank you.
86 out of 93 people found this helpful
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