Ea

FF

BL SKIP

 

FUNCTION

b

 

 

p

 

aNR

 

FUNCTION

c

 

 

AVLS

 

SOUND•MB/GRV

 

ϥREPEAT

 

REW

 

FUNCTION

English

Using Other

Functions

The following operations are used by a combination of the FUNCTION button with other operating buttons.

The combination of the FUNCTION button can only be used on the main unit.
To skip a long blank space between musics (BL SKIP function)
(see Fig. E-a)

1While holding down FUNCTION, press the FF button. The BL SKIP indicator will be lit.

To cancel the BL SKIP mode, hold down FUNCTION and then press FF. Then the BL SKIP indicator goes off.

Note on BL SKIP

For the BL SKIP function, you need a blank of 12 seconds or longer between the tracks. Therefore, if there is noise between the tracks, these functions will not detect the blank and will not operate. Likewise, if the recording level is moderately low within a track, this function may inaccurately operate.

To play a tape recorded with Dolby* NR system
(see Fig. E-b)
1While holding down FUNCTION, press p.aNR indicator will be lit. To cancel the Dolby function,hold down FUNCTION and then press p. Then the aNR indicator goes off.

*Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol aare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Emphasizing Bass
(see Fig. E-c)
1While holding down FUNCTION, press ϥREPEAT.

The MB or GRV indicator of the SOUND mode will be lit, and switches to either one each time you press ϥ REPEAT. Either MB or GRV indicator will be lit when the SOUND mode is being used.

To cancel the SOUND mode, while holding down FUNCTION, press ϥ REPEAT repeatedly until the MB and GRV indicators go off.

MB: emphasizes bass soundGRV: emphasizes deeper bass soundno message: off (normal)

Note

Protecting Your Hearing
(AVLS) (see Fig. E-c)

When AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) is turned on, the maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears.

1While holding down FUNCTION, press REW.

The AVLS indicator will be lit. To cancel the AVLS, while holding down FUNCTION, press REW. The AVLS indicator goes off.

Note

If the sound is distorted when you listen to the bass-boosted sound with the AVLS, turn down the volume.

Notes on FUNCTION

Even when the tape is stopped, the FUNCTION may be operated. When FUNCTION and other operating buttons are pressed the LED lamp will light to show the present mode, and when FUNCTION and other operating buttons are released, the LED will go off.

Do not press the FUNCTION button on the Walkman when switching SOUND • AVLS on the remote control.

zAdditional Information

Precautions

On batteries

Do not carry the 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.

On the unit

Do not drop the unit or give a shock to the unit, or it may cause a malfunction.

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.

If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the playback mode and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a tape.

On tapes longer than 90 minutes

We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90 minutes except for a long continuous playback. They are very thin and tend to be stretched easily.

On the remote control
Use the supplied remote control only with this unit.
On headphones/earphones
Road safety

Do 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 damage

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.

Caring for others

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.

Maintenance

To clean the tape head and path
Use the cleaning cassette CHK-1 (not supplied) every 10 hours of use.

Note

Use only the recommended cleaning cassette.

To clean the exterior

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.

Note

Clean the headphones/earphones plug periodically.

Troubleshooting

The cassette holder does not open.If the tape is playing, stop and then slide OPEN.

This condition may occur when you remove the power sources during playback, or when you use exhausted dry battery. Set the power sources again or replace the exhausted battery with a new one.

The volume cannnot be turned up.• Set AVLS to off.The tape fast forwards by itself during playback.• Set BL SKIP to off.

Specifications

Tape section
Frequency response (Dolby NR off) Playback: 20 – 18,000 HzOutput

Headphones 2REMOTE jack Load impedance 8 – 300 ohms

General
Power requirements

1.5 V

One R6 (size AA) battery

Dimensions (w/h/d)

Approx. 109.0 x 79.2 x 28.6 mm (438x 318 x 1316 inches),

incl. projecting parts and controls

Mass

Approx. 145 g (5.2 oz) Approx. 205 g (7.3 oz)

(incl. a battery and a cassette)

Supplied accessories

Stereo headphones or earphones with remote control (1)

Carrying case (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

This warranty is valid only in the United States.

If the sound is distorted with the mode “GRV”, select the mode “MB” or no message.