Sony ICF-C218 Automatic Time Set Clock Radio (Black)
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September 27, 2008
Sony ICF-C218 Automatic Time Set Clock Radio (Black)
Binding : Electronics
ProductGroup : CE
Manufacturer : Sony
Brand : Sony
Label : Sony
Publisher : Sony
Model : ICFC218BLACK
Studio : Sony
Color : Black
Lowest Used Price: USD $7.99
Lowest New Price: USD $9.88
Lowest Refurbished Price: USD $9.99
- Automatic time set
- Automatic Daylight Savings Time
- Battery backup ensures correct time
- 0.9-inch green LED display
- Single alarm
The correct EST (Eastern Standard Time) has been preset at the factory, so just plug the clock in and adjust the time zone as necessary. In the case of a power interruption, the built-in Lithium battery maintains the correct time so you don't have to re-set the clock. When Daylight Savings Time changes take place in the spring and fall each year, there is no need to adjust the clock because the built-in calendar recognizes the dates and automatically makes the proper time adjustments. Choose your own snooze time instead of being held captive by the short time intervals of other snooze times. Each press of the snooze button adds an additional 10 minutes to your total snooze time for up to a full hour of uninterrupted sleep. Day/Night Function - Time - 12-hour system Audio Frequency Range - AM 530-1710kHz, FM 87.5-108MHz Antenna System - AM Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna, FM Power Code Alarm - Radio or Buzzer Power Requirements - AC 120V, 60Hz Output Power - 150mW at 10% harmonic distortion Battery Life (Approx.) - Up to 250 Days with Sony battery Speaker Dimensions - 2 5/8-inch (66mm) Dimensions - Width 6 1/8 x Height 2 9/16 x Depth 5 15/16 inch (155 x 64.5 x 150mm) Weight - 1 pounds 1 ounce (495 grams)
Amazon.com Product Description
Always know what time it is. The Sony ICF-C218 Automatic Time Set Clock Radio has a 0.9" green LED display, which is easily viewable from across the room, but takes up very little space on your nightstand. It hosts a number of features including automatic time set, automatic Daylight Savings Time adjustment, built-in calendar, AM/FM tuner and full power memory back up. The correct EST (Eastern Standard Time) has been preset at the factory, so just plug the clock in and adjust the time zone as necessary. In the case of a power interruption, the built-in Lithium battery maintains the correct time so when the power returns you don't have to re-set the clock.
Disappointing reception and tinny sound (2008-12-14)
I've loved all my other Sony radios, even the cheap ones - they have amazing sound for their size and stunningly clear reception. So I went Sony with this one, but I'm sending it back. The reception and sound are sub par - I can't get the couple of stations I bought it for. True, it's only $11, but based on my other Sony radios I was hoping for more.
Excellent Prodcut (2008-12-09)
Just Perfect! Easy to use, easy to program, and small, but very useful!!! I'm happy with it.! Great product.!!!
Annoying! (2008-12-03)
Functionally this clock radio is fine. Time/alarm are easy to set. Alarm reset is great as it is basically automatic. On the flip side, I had to make a cover for the front because the time displays way too bright. You cannot adjust the snooze function to less than 10 minutes, and the snooze bar/reset are too easy to hit incorrectly, hence, you can turn off the alarm instead of snoozing.
Actually I hate it but I paid for it and will just have to use it till I find another I like better.
Pros & Cons (2008-11-23)
Based on previous reviews, I expected it to be too bright but that was a non-issue for me. I like the ease of changing the alarm time (forward or backward) and the big button you use. What is disappointing is the small circular dial that you use to engage the alarm. I have to put the light and my glasses on to figure out whether it is on, and whether I have selected alarm or radio. It seems loose and cheesy. For me, it's the most important selection so I'm not sure why it was made so difficult to use.
A solid no-frills clock (2008-11-15)
I wanted something inexpensive that performed basic clock and alarm functions and this does the job nicely. The radio is pretty weak and doesn't get especially good reception. The alarm can be set to be either a beep or radio. The clock display is bright enough to read, but it isn't so bright that it affects my ability to fall asleep (I keep it right next to my bed). There are a lot of buttons and I think they could have been arranged in a more logical order. Also there are separate buttons for setting time/date and alarm which seems really unnecessary. The snooze is in 10 minute intervals and it'll last for up to 60 minutes.
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