Other Operations

Using the hold function to prevent accidental

operations

HOLD

When the hold function is used, all buttons are locked and are not operational.

When carrying the unit or operating the radio or cassette, use the hold function to prevent accidental operations.

In addition, use the hold function to temporarily cancel the standby function (see pages 26 and 29).

Tip

When the hold function is used, the illumination of the display is turned off.

Note

The hold function cannot be used to hold cue and review operations.

Slide HOLD in the direction of the arrow to display “H”. All buttons are locked and are not operational when “H” is displayed.

Display “H

FWD

To cancel the hold function

Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow so that “H” disappears in the display.

To temporarily cancel the standby and timer recording functions

When the hold functions is used, the standby and timer recording functions are temporarily canceled.

This is applicable when the radio is not operating only.

30EN

Other Operations

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Sony ICF-SW1000TS Using the hold function to prevent accidental Operations, To cancel the hold function, 30EN, Display H

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