Sony SRF-H3 User Manual 2

3-049-014-12(1)

FM Stereo/AM Headphone Radio

Operating Instructions

WARNING

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

This device complies with the Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.

Before You Begin

Thank you for choosing the Sony radio! It will give you many hours of reliable service and listening pleasure. Before operating the radio, please read these instructions thoroughly and retain them for future reference.

Precautions

• Operate the unit only on 1.5 V DC with one size AAA (R03) battery.

• Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust, or mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked in the sun.

• Should any solid object or liruid fall into the unit, remove the battery, and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

• In vehicles or in buildings, radio reception may be difficult or noisy. Try listening near a window.

• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.

• This product is not designed to be waterresistant, so you should take care to use the unit when raining, snowing or in a watersplash place.

SRF-H3

LIMITED WARRANTY

(Portable Audio)

Features

• FM flexible antenna

• SENS (sensitivity) LOCAL/DX selector for better reception

• Light reflector reflects a car light etc. at night for your safety.

• Adjustable double headbands designed to fit your head

Notes on Headphones

Road safety

Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headphones at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

Preventing hearing damage

Avoid using headphones 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 people around you.

Warning

If there is lightning when you are using the unit, take off the headphone radio immediately.

If you have any questions or problem concerning your unit, please consult the nearest Sony dealer.

Specifications

Frequency range:

FM: 87.6 – 108 MHz AM: 530 – 1 710 kHz

Power output:

5.0 mW + 5.0 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)

Headphone type:

Dynamic

Power requirements:

1.5 V DC, one size AAA (R03) battery

Mass:

Approx. 132 g (4.7 oz) incl. a battery

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Getting Started

Head band

Light reflector

Dial scale

FM flexible antenna

TUNE

SENS

Battery compartment

Driver units

AAA (R03) x 1

Support band

POWER

VOL

BAND

Installing the Battery

(See Fig. B)

1 While pressing the battery

compartment lid, slide it to open.

2 Insert one size AAA (R03) battery (not

supplied) with correct polarity.

3 To close the lid, press and slide the lid

down until it clicks.

When to replace the battery

Replace the battery when the sound becomes weak or distorted. Remove the old battery and insert a new one.

Battery life (approximate hours)

Sony Sony alkaline size AAA size AAA (R03) (LR03)

FM reception 80 40 AM reception 100 50

Notes on the battery

• Align the battery correctly.

• The dry battery cannot be charged.

• To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove the battery when unit will not be used for a long time.

Wearing the Radio

1 Pull out the support band fully from

the headband.

2 Adjust the headband and the support

band to fit your head.

Insert the # side of the battery first.

Note on the support band (See Fig. A)

When the radio not in use, put the support band back by pushing down both ends as illustrated and push it back underneath the headband.

Note on the light reflector (See Fig. A)

This reflector reflects a car light at night for your safety.

Playing the Radio

1 Set POWER to ON. 2 Set BAND to select FM or AM.

For FM, set SENS to LOCAL if interference is prevalent and reception is too strong. Under

normal condition, set it to DX.

3 Turn TUNE (tuning) to tune in a station. 4 Adjust the volume using VOL.

To turn off the radio

Set POWER to OFF.