Cassette Player
Operating InstructionsMode d’emploi (au dos)WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. WALKMAN est une marque déposée de Sony Corporation.
WM-EX372/EX172/EX170
©1997 by Sony Corporation Printed in China
For the customers in the United StatesOWNER' S RECORDThe model number is located at the rear and the serial number is located inside the cassette holder. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.•Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating a 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.
•To prevent shock hazards, never open the unit while it is connected to the power source.
CAUTION•Do 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 volume or discontinue use.
•Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.
SAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCESLocation of parts and controls
| 9PLAY | ) | |
| 0 | MODE | |
| BATT | DIR | |
| pSTOP |
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| VOL | DOLBY NR | |
NORM, CrO2/METAL | |||
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| (Tape Selector) | LOW | |
| AVLS | HIGH | |
| MEGA BASS | ||
| EX372 | 2 | ||
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To avoid battery leakage, fire, damage, explosion, etc., follow the descriptions below.
DANGER•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.
WARNING
•Excluding EX172/EX170 for U.S.A., Canada and Europe: Use only the recommended AC power adaptor (not supplied). Check also the local voltage to avoid a short circuit to the AC power adaptor.
•Excluding EX172/EX170 for U.S.A., Canada and Europe: To disconnect the AC power adaptor, only use the plug and not the cable.
•Do not charge a dry battery.•Check the ] and }on the batteries, and be sure to insert them like the illustration in this manual.
CAUTION
•When you are not going to use your Walkman for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for
Precautions
| • 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 wind the headphones/earphones cord around |
Preparations
To Insert batteries| DC IN 3V |
| R6 (AA) x 2 |
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| Battery life (approximate hours) | (EIAJ*) | |
| Sony alkaline | Sony |
| LR6 (SG) | R6P (SR) |
| Playback | 24 | 7.5 |
*Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic Industries Association of Japan). (Using a Sony HF series cassette tape)
Notes•The BATT indicator dims when the batteries become weak or exhausted. Replace them with new ones.
•The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.•If the battery compartment lid comes off, attach it as shown.2
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Playing a tape
1 Select NORM or CrO2/METAL to match the tape type.
NORM CrO2/METAL2 Insert a cassette and press 9PLAY.
PLAYTo | Press or Switch |
| Stop playback* | pSTOP |
| )or0 | |
| or rewind the tape |
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| Change sides | DIR (EX372 only) |
| Play both sides once | MODE to Å(EX372 only) |
| Play both sides | MODE to a(EX372 only) |
| repeatedly |
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*When the tape direction is set to Å mode, the depressed button 9 PLAY is released automatically at the end of the reverse side (Auto
| the unit. The buttons may be kept pressed, causing |
| unnecessary battery usage. |
| • Do not use cassettes longer than 90 minutes except for |
| long continuous playback. |
| • 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 |
| inserting a cassette. |
| • For cleaning the case, use a soft cloth slightly moistened |
| with mild detergent solution. Do not use alcohol, |
| benzine or thinner. |
If you have any questions or problem concerning your Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
•For house current: Connect
•Specifications for
Set AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to LIMIT. The maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears, even if you turn the volume up. To cancel the AVLS function, set AVLS to NORM.
To emphasize soundSet the MEGA BASS switch to ON to produce deep and powerful sound.Turn the HIGH and LOW controls to get the desired tone (EX372/EX172 only).EX170EX372/EX172ON
Wear the “L” marked side to the left ear and the “R” marked side to the right ear.
Specifications
•Power requirements88.5 x 111.5 x 37.6 mm (3 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches) (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls
•MassEX372: Approx. 135g (4.8 oz) /Approx. 195g (6.9 oz) incl. batteries and a cassette
EX172: Approx. 130g (4.6 oz) /Approx. 190g (6.8 oz) incl. batteries and a cassette
EX170: Approx. 125g (4.5 oz) /Approx. 185g (6.6 oz) incl. batteries and a cassette
•Supplied accessoriesStereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1)/Belt clip (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
ON | HIGH |
| LOW |
*Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY”and the
Notes
•When you set AVLS to LIMIT:-the MEGA BASS effect is reduced.-turn down the volume, if the•To select the direction of the tape, set MODE to afor both sides repeatedly or Å for both sides once (from the front side to the reverse side only). If play begins from the reverse side, the tape stops at the end of that side (EX372 only).
Troubleshooting
The volume is not turned up.• AVLS is set to LIMIT.The sound is unstable or no audio.•Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries properly.•Replace all batteries if they are weak.Poor tape playback quality.•Clean the headphones/earphones plug.•Dirty heads. Clean them with a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
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