is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

3-247-458-13(1)

Radio Cassette Player

Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi (au verso)

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).

La marque CE est valable uniquement dans les pays où elle a force de loi, c’est-à-dire principalement dans les pays de l’EEE (Espace Economique Européen).

CE 标志的有效性，仅限于那些有法律限制的国家，主要 在 EEA（欧洲经济区）国家。

“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

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“WALKMAN” est une marque déposée de Sony Corporation.

“” est une marque commerciale de Sony Corporation.

EnglishFor customers in the United States
Owner’s Record

The model number is located on the bottom and the serial number is located inside the battery compartment lid. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No.Serial No.
Product registration

Please register this product on line at www.sony.com/ productregistration. <http://www.sony.com/productregistration>

Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic mailings about new products, services, and other important announcements. Registering your product will also allow us to contact you in the unlikely event that the product needs adjustment or modification. Thank you.

Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset up to 40 stations.For Canada, the U.S.A. and Central/South America: 30 for FM and 10 for AM.For other countries: 35 for FM and 5 for AM.
Presetting Automatically Scanned Stations

1

Press FM or AM.

2

Press ENTER for more than 3 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.

3

If you wish to preset the received station,

 

press ENTER while the preset number is
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.

•We do not recommend the use of tape longer than 90 minutes. They are very thin and tend to be stretched easily. This may cause malfunction of the unit or sound deterioration.

•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.

WM-FX288/FX244

Sony Corporation ©2002 Printed in China

A

AA (R6) x 2BC FM AMFWDREV
AVLSDX•LOCAL
NORM•LIMIT

or

VOLUME*ST•FM MONO

i

xSTOPMEGA BASS

 

MFFENTER

 

NPLAY**TUNING +/–

 

mREWOFF

AM

PRESET +/–

FM

HOLD

*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.
INFORMATION

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Preparations
To Insert Batteries A

1Slide open the battery compartment lid, and insert two R6 (size AA) dry batteries with correct polarity.

Replace the batteries with new ones when "

"

flashes in the display.

 

Playing a Tape
1Insert a cassette. B2Press NPLAY.Adjust the volume with VOLUME.

To

Press
Stop playback

xSTOP

 

 

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.

Note•Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running.
Listening to the Radio

1

If the HOLD function is turned on, slide the

 

HOLD switch in the opposite direction of

 

the arrow to unlock the controls.

2

Press FM or AM to select the desired band

 

and to turn on the radio.

3

Press TUNING +/– to tune in to the desired

 

station.

 

If you hold down TUNING+/– for a few

 

seconds, the Walkman starts scanning for
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 stop scanningPress OFF. The radio is turned off at the same time.

Note

•If stations are already stored, the newly preset stations replace the old ones when the above procedure is completed.

Presetting Stations Manually
1Press 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+/–, and select a preset number using PRESET+/–.

4While the frequency digits and the preset number are flashing, press ENTER.Notes

•If you cannot complete step 3 or 4 while the indications are flashing, repeat from step 2.

•If a station is already stored, the new station replaces the old one.To cancel the stored station

Follow the procedure above and in step 3, press and hold TUNING +/– until “- - - -” is displayed and select the preset number you want to cancel using PRESET +/–. Press ENTER while “- - - -” is flashing.

Playing the preset radio stations

1Press FM or AM.

2Press PRESET+/– to select the stations that you want to play.
Using Other Functions
Locking the controls
Set 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.
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 the 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.

On maintenance

•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.

Specifications•Frequency range

FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz

AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz (North, Central and South America) 531 - 1 602 kHz (Other countries)

•Power requirements

3V DC, batteries R6 (size AA) ⋅ 2

•Dimensions (w/h/d)

Approx. 91.4 ⋅ 115.5 ⋅ 37.8 mm (3 5⁄8 ⋅ 4 5⁄8 ⋅ 1 1⁄2 inches) excl. projecting parts and controls

•Mass

Approx. 149 g (5.3 oz) (main unit only)

•Supplied accessories

Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1) Carrying case with belt clip or Carrying pouch (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Battery life* (approximate hours)

 

Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)**

Sony R6P (SR)

Tape playback

25

7.5

 

 

 

Radio reception

40

14

 

 

 

*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.

stations and stops for 3 seconds each time a
station is tuned. When the desired
frequency digits appear, press TUNING +/
– to stop.
To turn off the radioPress OFF.To improve broadcast reception C

•For FM: Extend the headphones/earphones cord (antenna) or adjust DX•LOCAL or ST•FM MONO.

•For AM: Reorient the unit itself.
Emphasizing bass sound
Press 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 press MEGA BASS again to turn off the MEGA BASS function.

•Bass emphasis may not show great effect if the volume is turned up too high.
Protecting your hearing — AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System)
Set AVLS to LIMIT. The maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears.

This warranty is valid only in the United States. Cette carte n’est valide qu’aux Etats-Unis.

本保修卡仅限美国使用。