
Sony ICF-C1IP: iPod/iPhone Clock Radio with Speaker Dock - Black
Wake Up to Your Favorite Tunes with this Versatile Docking Clock Radio The Sony Speaker Dock/Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone combines a clock radio with a convenient docking station. Enjoy your music and wake up to your favorite tunes with this stylish and functional device. Brand: Sony ...
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Overview
Wake Up to Your Favorite Tunes with this Versatile Docking Clock Radio
The Sony Speaker Dock/Clock Radio for iPod and iPhone combines a clock radio with a convenient docking station. Enjoy your music and wake up to your favorite tunes with this stylish and functional device.
- Brand: Sony
- Model: ICF-C1IP
- Functionality: Clock Radio with iPod/iPhone Dock
- Color: Black
- Output Power: 3W + 3W
- Frequency Range: FM 87.5-108MHz, AM 530-1710Hz
Key Features
Box Content - ICF-C1iP clock radio/speaker dock with attached FM wire antenna, power supply adapter, and installed battery, AM loop antenna
Power requirements - 120 VAC, 60Hz (Clock backup requires 3 VDC battery)
Output power - 3 W +3 W (at 10% harmonic distortion)
Frequency range - FM 87.5-108MHz and AM 530-1710Hz
Sound enhancer - MegaXpand, Bass Reflex Speaker System
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features MegaXpand and Bass Reflex Speaker System, enhancing sound quality for a richer audio experience.
- Equipped with a speaker dock specifically designed for iPod/iPhone, providing integrated charging and playback.
- Offers both FM (87.5-108MHz) and AM (530-1710Hz) frequency ranges, allowing access to a wide variety of radio stations.
- Provides 3 W + 3 W output power, suitable for personal listening and filling a small room with sound.
- Includes an attached FM wire antenna and an AM loop antenna for improved radio reception.
- Functions as a clock radio, offering time-telling and alarm capabilities alongside audio playback.
👎 Cons
- The iPod/iPhone compatibility is specific to older models with the traditional dock connector, limiting use with newer devices.
- Clock backup requires a 3 VDC battery, which is a separate power requirement not handled by the main AC power.
- Output power of 3 W + 3 W (at 10% harmonic distortion) might not be sufficient for larger rooms or very high-fidelity audio needs.
- The included components, like the FM wire antenna and AM loop antenna, may require careful positioning for optimal reception.
- Lacks modern connectivity options such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for streaming from non-Apple devices or newer iPhones.