Sony WM-GX808 manual

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Radio Cassette-Corder

AC-E15HG (not supplied)

Note

Tapes recorded with setting to

“” cannot be played properly on a cassette player/ tape recorder without this function.

• To prevent fire, do not cover

When to replace/ charge the battery CReplace or charge the battery when “ ” flashes in the display.Battery life* (Approx. hours)Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)**

Tape playback

This radio cassette-corder is supplied with a special IC memory function remote control. When playing a tape, recording or listening to the radio, make sure that the MODE switch is set to TAPE/

RADIO.

Operation on the main unit

To	Press
Switch	Y•REPEAT
playback to	during playback
the other side

Stop playback	x (stop)

On the remote control1Press Bx twice quickly during playback to tag point A.2Press Bx once more to tag point B.

The tape will be rewound to point A. Then the specified portion is played repeatedly.

Normal (no indication) (4.8cm/s): for optimum sound. Recommended for normal recordings.

2⋅ (2.4cm/s): for double recording time (for example, 120 minutes using both sides of a 60-

• When recording on both sides,

recording will not be made for

about 10 seconds while the tape is

switching sides.

• Do not use a high-position (TYPE

II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape. If you

do, the sound may be distorted

when you play back the tape, or

the previous recording may not be

erased completely.

Protecting YourHearing — AVLS(Automatic VolumeLimiter System)

The maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears. Press MENU repeatedly in the playback, stop or radio mode to

Operating instructions

WM-GX808

Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.

DC IN 1.5 VFWD (forward) sideREV (reverse) side

the ventilation of the apparatus

with newspapers, table-cloths,

curtains, etc. And don’t place

lighted candles on the

apparatus.

• To prevent fire or shock

hazard, do not place objects

filled with liquids, such as

vases, on the apparatus.

• Certain countries may regulate

disposal of the battery used to

power this product. Please

consult with your local

authority.

Radio reception	56
MIC recording	15

Radio recording	12


Rechargeable battery
NH-14WM (A)

Tape playback	26

Radio reception	34

MIC recording	9

Radio recording	7

Playing a Tape

1	Insert a cassette and if the
	HOLD function is on, slide
	the HOLD switch in the
	opposite direction of the
	arrow to unlock the
	controls.
2	Press MENU repeatedly to

Fast forward	FF/CUE during
	stop

Rewind	REW/REVIEW
	during stop

Play the other	Press and hold
side from the	FF/CUE for 2
beginning	seconds or more
(Skip Reverse	during stop.
function)

Play the same	Press and hold
side from the	REW/REVIEW
beginning	for 2 seconds or
(Rewind Auto	more during
Play function)	stop.

To stop the A-B Repeat playback

Press Y•REPEAT on the main unit.

On the remote control, press Bx.

To reset A-B Repeat

When you want to change a specific portion, stop the A-B Repeat playback and tag point A and point B again.

Notes

• You cannot specify a repeat

portion that includes both sides of

minute cassette). Suitable for recording conferences, dictations, etc. Not recommended for recording music.

3 Select a recording source:

To record with the

microphone

Connect the supplied

microphone to the MIC

(PLUG IN POWER) jack.

You can attach the

microphone to your

• Do not connect or disconnect the

headphones/earphones to/from

iwhile recording from the radio.

The recording condition may

change abruptly, or noise may be

recorded.

• To avoid noise interference, do

not place it near a lamp cord or a

fluorescent lamp when recording

with the microphone.

• If a howling effect occurs, turn

down the volume.

• All other operation cannot be

made while recording. For other

operation, stop recording first.

set the cursor in the display to AVLS. Then press SET to show “”.To cancel the AVLS functionPress SET so that “” disappears from the display.

Using Other

Functions H

Adjusting the Tape

“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products.

is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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).

WARNING

Plug in firmly.VOLHOLD

(Press the center of the jog lever.)

Preparations

Prepare a dry battery (not supplied) or the rechargeable battery (supplied).Dry Battery A

Attach the supplied battery case, and then insert one R6 (size AA) battery with correct polarity.

Note

For maximum performance we recommend that you use a Sony

Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** and Rechargeable NH-14WM (A)

Tape playback	70
Radio reception	90

MIC recording	24

Radio recording	19

* Measured value by the standard

of JEITA (Japan Electronics and

Information Technology

Industries Association). (Using a

Sony HF series cassette tape)

** When using a Sony LR6(SG)

set “__” (the cursor) in the

display to REC/PB. Then

press SET to select “	”
or none (normal speed)

which is the same position as that used for recording. To playback commercially available music tape, etc., select normal (no indication).

3 Press Y•REPEAT on the

main unit and adjust the

volume with VOL. (On the

*Press Y•REPEAT (on the remote control, press the jog lever) during fast forward or rewind to start playback.

Other Tape OperationsTo play the next track/ succeeding 9 tracks from the beginning (AMS*)

On the remote control: Move the jog lever toward FF/+ once or repeatedly during playback.

On the main unit: Press FF/CUE once or repeatedly during

the tape.

• You cannot specify a repeat

portion shorter than 2 seconds.

• After repeated operation, the

actual portion that is played back

may shift somewhat from the

exact portion specified with the

tags due to tape slack.

• A-B Repeat stops automatically

after repeating 50 times.

• Do not use the A-B Repeat

function with tapes longer than 90

minutes. If you do, the tape may

be damaged.

clothes as illustrated. F
To record from the radio
Tune in to the station you
want to record (see
“Listening to the Radio”).
4 Slide REC.
“	” appears in the
display and recording
starts after about 2 seconds
(3 seconds when “		” is
selected for recording
time).
If you have started

To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over G

Break off the tabs from side A and/or B. To reuse the tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Using the Menu

Adjusting the Playback Modes

Playback SpeedYou can adjust the playback speed using SPEED CONTROL. Turn SPEED CONTROL to:–(slow) to play back at a slower speed.Center position to play back at normal speed.+ (fast) to play back at a faster speed.

Note

The SPEED CONTROL works in the playback mode only. Recording

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

VOL*SETMENUREW/REVIEW

alkaline battery.

Rechargeable Battery

Charge the rechargeable battery before using it for the first time.

1 Insert the supplied

“STAMINA” alkaline dry battery

(produced in Japan).

Notes

• The battery life may be shorter

depending on the operating

condition, the surrounding

temperature and battery type.

• The AVLS setting (see “Using the

remote control, press B

(play) x(stop).)

When adjusting the volume on the remote control

Set the VOL control on the main unit to around 6.

When adjusting the volume on

playback.To play the current track/ previous 8 tracks from the beginning (AMS*)

On the remote control: Move the jog lever toward –/REW once or repeatedly during playback.

On the main unit: Press REW/

Recording F

You can record radio programs from the built-in radio, or record with the supplied microphone. In either case, use a new or fully charged battery.

recording from the FWD

side, recording will switch

to reverse side

automatically at the end of

the FWD side.

To stop recordingPress x (on the remote control,

Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor in the display to PB MODE. Then press SET to select the desired mode.

To play	Select
both sides repeatedly	s

will be made independent of this control.

Locking the Controls— HOLD Function

Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow to lock the controls of the main unit (except

FF/CUE

rechargeable battery NH-

Menu”) will be cancelled when

you replace the battery.

the main unit

REVIEW once or repeatedly

Note

press Bx to stop recording).

both sides once

SPEED CONTROL) or the remote

nN•REPEAT**

ISSMIC**

SET

REC

HOLD

*There is a tactile dot beside VOL on the main unit to show the direction to turn up the volume.

**The button or jack has a tactile dot.

14WM(A) into the rechargeable

battery compartment with

correct polarity.

2 Connect the supplied AC

power adaptor to the charging

stand, plug in the AC power

adaptor to the house current

(mains).

3 Place the main unit on the

charging stand.

The CHG lamp will light up.

Full charging takes about 6

hours.

The CHG lamp will go off

when the battery is fully

charged.

Note

House Current D

You must purchase an AC power adaptor AC-E15HG to operate this unit using house current. Remove the rechargeable battery if inserted. Attach the battery case and connect the AC power adaptor AC-E15HG (not supplied) to the DC IN 1.5V jack of the battery case and to the wall outlet. Do not use any other AC power adaptor.

Specifications for AC-E15HG vary for each area. Check your local voltage and the polarity of

the plug before purchasing.

Set the VOL control on the remote control at maximum.

Operation on the remote control

To	Jog lever
Switch	Press Bx for 2
playback to	seconds or more
the other side	during playback.

Stop playback	Press Bx once
	during playback.

Fast forward*	Move toward
	FF/+ during
	stop.

Rewind*	Move toward
	–/REW during
	stop.

during playback.

* Automatic Music Sensor

Search forward/backward during playback (CUE/REVIEW)

On the remote control: Move and hold the jog lever toward FF/+ or –/REW during playback and release it at the point you want. On the main unit: Press and hold FF/CUE or REW/REVIEW during playback and release it at the point you want.

A-B Repeat

If the record-protect tab is broken, you cannot record on that side.

1Insert a normal (TYPE I) tape.To record on both sides

Insert the cassette with the side to be first recorded on as the FWD (forward) side*.

*Make sure that “FWD” is displayed. If not, press and hold x until “REV” changes to “FWD”.

To record on one side onlyInsert the cassette with the

To reduce noise while recording AM programs

Set the ISS (Interference Suppress Switch) to the position that reduces noise the most.

To monitor the recording sound

You can monitor the recording sound through headphones/ earphones. Adjust monitoring level using VOL.

Note

You may hear some noise in the monitor sound in the RV, MB, or GRV mode (see “Using the Menu”),

from the FWD side

Emphasizing Sound1Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor in the display toSOUND.2Press SET repeatedly to select the sound emphasis of your choice.The indications change as follows:RV : Sound Revitalizer Emphasizes treble sound.MB : Mega Bass Emphasizes bass sound (moderate effect).

control.Using the TapeCounter

The tape counter is displayed on the main unit during playback, recording, fast forward, rewind, CUE, REVIEW and stop (except when the radio is turned on). The number will increase when playing back the FWD side, and decrease when playing back the REV side. To reset the counter to “000”, press ENTER/COUNTER RESET.

Notes

• The tape counter may show some

CHG

G	Side A
	Tab for side A
H
SPEED	Tape counter
CONTROL	Tape counter
MENU
SET
ENTER/
COUNTER RESET
HOLD

Do not use the unit while charging. Remove the unit from the charging stand when using it.

–If you operate the unit while charging, the battery will not be charged.

–If you operate the unit while charging, it may cause malfunction.

–Do not place the unit on the charging stand without the rechargeable battery. Otherwise, it may cause malfunction.

Play the other	Move and hold
side from the	toward FF/+ for
beginning	2 seconds or
(Skip Reverse	more during
function)	stop.
Play the same	Move and hold
side from the	toward –/REW
beginning	for 2 seconds or
(Rewind Auto	more during
Play function)	stop.

A-B Repeat plays back repeatedly any portion of the tape you specified. Specify by tagging the beginning (point A) and the end (point B) of the portion during playback.

On the main unit1Press Y•REPEAT for 2 seconds or more during playback to tag point A.“A-” will flash in the display of the main unit.2Press Y•REPEAT again to tag point B.

“A-B” will flash and the tape will move rapidly to point A. Then “REP” appears in the display and the specified portion is played repeatedly.

side to be recorded on as the REV (reverse) side**.

**Make sure that “REV” is displayed. If not, press and hold x until “FWD” changes to “REV”.

Note

When the cassette holder is opened, the direction of the tape will be automatically set to “FWD”.

2Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor in thedisplay to REC/PB. Then press SET to select “ ” or none (normal speed).

but this does not affect recording.

Notes on recording

•The recording level is fixed.

•Sound emphasis (RV, MB, or GRV) and AVLS settings do not affect recording.

•Actual recording will start about 2

seconds (3 seconds when “” is selected for recording time) after you slide the REC button.

Slide the REC button about 2

seconds (3 seconds when “” is selected for recording time) before the moment you want to start recording, or you will miss the beginning of your recording.

GRV : Groove Emphasizes bass sound (strong effect).no message : normal (no effect)

Note

If the sound is distorted with the mode “GRV”, turn down the volume of the main unit or select other modes.

deviation.

• The tape counter will not be

displayed when the cassette

compartment is empty.

Radio Cassette-Corder

WM-GX808

Playing a Tape

Using Other

Functions H

WARNING

Preparations

Using the Menu

Recording F

(turn over)