Radio Cassette Player
Operating Instructions
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Preparations
To Insert Batteries A1Slide open the battery compartment lid, and insert two R6 (size AA) dry batteries with correct polarity.
Replace the batteries with the new ones when “ ” flashes in the display.Follow the procedure above and in step 3, press and hold TUNING +/– until “- - -
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The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).
CE標誌的有效性，僅限於那些有法律限制的國家，主要在 EEA（歐洲經濟區）國家。CE 표시 유효성은 주로 EEA 제국(유럽 경제 지역)에 있는 법 적으로 강제된 나라에서만으로 한정됩니다.“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
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Playing a Tape
1Insert a cassette.2Press NPLAY.Adjust the volume with VOLUME.To | Press |
| Stop playback | xSTOP |
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| Wind rapidly* | MFF or mREW |
*If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the battery will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to press xSTOP.
NoteUsing other functions
Locking the controlsSet the HOLD switch in the direction of the G mark to lock the controls.The HOLD function only locks the radio operation buttons and MEGA BASS.Emphasizing bass soundPress MEGA BASS.“MEGA BASS” appears in the display.Notes| • If the sound is distorted when MEGA BASS is |
| activated, turn down the volume of the main unit or |
| select normal mode. |
| • Bass emphasis may not show great effect if the volume |
A | B AM |
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FM
| ST•FM MONO |
| AVLS | i |
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| VOLUME* |
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| MEGA BASS |
| xSTOP | ENTER |
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| MFF | TUNING +/– |
| NPLAY** |
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| mPREW | FM |
| PRESET +/– | AM |
HOLD | OFF |
*There is a tactile dot beside VOLUME on the main unit to show the direction to turn up the volume.
**The button has a tactile dot.Listening to the Radio
1If the HOLD function is turned on, slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction of the arrow to unlock the controls.
Make sure that the tape has stopped completely.2Press FM or AM to select the desired band and to turn on the radio.3Press TUNING +/– to tune in to the desired station.If you hold down TUNING +/– for a few seconds, the Walkman will start tuning to the stations automatically.
To turn off the radioPress OFF.To improve broadcast reception B•For FM: Extend the headphones/earphones cord (antenna) or adjust ST•FM MONO.•For AM: Reorient the unit itself.Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset up to 30 stations, 20 for FM and 10 for AM.Presetting Automatically Scanned Stations1 | Press FM or AM to select the desired band |
| and to turn on the radio. |
2 | Press ENTER for more than 2 seconds. |
| Preset number 1 will flash in the display |
| and the Walkman starts scanning the |
| stations from the lower frequencies and |
| stops for about 3 seconds when a station is |
| received. |
| is tuned up too high. |
Precautions
On batteries•Do not carry dry batteries with coins or other metallic objects. It can generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the batteries are accidentally contacted by a metallic object.
•When you are not going to use your Walkman for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
On handling•Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain, mechanical shock, or in a car with its windows closed.
•Do not use cassettes longer than 90 minutes except for long continuous playback.
•The LCD display may become hard to see or slow down when using the unit at high temperatures (above 40°C/104°F) or at low temperatures (below 0°C/32°F). At room temperature, the display will return to its normal operating condition.
•If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode to warm it up for a few minutes before you start using it again.
On headphones/earphonesRoad safetyDo not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headphones/earphones at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Preventing hearing damageDo not use headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.
Caring for othersKeep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.
On maintenanceAM: 530 - 1 710 kHz (North, Central and South America) 531 - 1 602 kHz (Other countries)
•Power requirements3V DC, batteries R6 (size AA) x 2•Dimensions (w/h/d)Approx. 91.6 x 116.1 x 35.3 mm (3 5⁄8 ⋅ 4 5⁄8 ⋅ 1 7⁄16 inches) excl. projecting parts and controls
•MassApprox. 174 g (6.2 oz) (main unit only)•Supplied accessoryStereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1)Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
| Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** | Sony R6P (SR) |
| Tape playback | 25 | 7.5 |
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| Radio reception | 40 | 14 |
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*Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
(Using a Sony HF series cassette tape)**When using Sony LR6(SG) “STAMINA” alkaline dry batteries (produced in Japan).Note•The battery life may be shorter depending on the operating condition, the surrounding temperature and battery type.
3 | If you wish to preset the received station, |
| press ENTER while the preset number is |
| flashing. |
| The received station is preset on preset |
| number 1 and the unit starts scanning for |
| the next receivable station. |
4 | Repeat step 3 until all receivable stations are |
| preset. |
To turn off the radio
Press OFF.
Note
•If stations are already stored, the newly preset stations replace the old ones when the above procedure is completed.
Presetting Stations Manually1Press FM or AM.2Press ENTER.The frequency digits and a preset number flash in the display.3While the frequency digits and the preset number are flashing, tune in to a station you wish to store using TUNING
Notes
•If you cannot complete step 3 or 4 while the indicators are flashing, repeat from step 2.
•If a station is already stored, the new station replaces the old one.•Clean the tape head and tape path using a cotton swab and commercially available cleaning solvent after every 10 hours of use.
•To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
•Clean the headphones/earphones plugs periodically.