Sony SRF-H4 User Manual

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FM Stereo/AM Headphone Radio

Operating Instructions

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SRF-H4

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WARNING

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

Features

• Compact and light weight stylish design

• Double adjustable headbands for added stability and comfort

• FM Flexible antenna with light reflector

• MEGABASS for dynamic bass sound

• FM SENS DX / LOCAL selector for better reception

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 under the sun.

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

• In vehicles or 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.

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 problems concerning your unit, please consult the nearest Sony dealer.

Specifications

Frequency range:

FM: 87.5 – 108 MHz AM: 530 – 1 710 kHz

Power output:

6 mW + 6 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)

Headphone type:

Dynamic

Power requirements:

1.5 V DC, one size AAA (R03) battery

Mass:

Approx. 122.5 g (4.3 oz) incl. a battery

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Support band Headband

POWER OFF•ON• MEGA BASS

VOL* L (left)

Driver unit

* There is Tactile dot beside volume to show the

direction turn up the volume.

Adjust it to your head

TUNING

R (right)

Insert the # side of the battery first.

Size AAA (R03) x 1

This reflector reflects car light at night for your safety.

FM flexible antenna

BAND FM DX/LOCAL•AM

Light reflector

Installing the Battery

1 Open the battery compartment lid and

install one size AAA (R03) battery (not supplied) with correct polarity.

2 Close the lid.

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 (Approx. hours) (JEITA*)

When using FM AM

Sony alkaline size AAA (LR03) 47 61 Sony size AAA (R03) 19 25

* Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and

Information Technology Industries Association) standards. The actual battery life may vary depending on the circumstance of the unit.

Notes on battery

• Do not charge the dry battery.

• Do not carry the dry battery together with coins or other metallic objects. It can generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the battery accidentally come into contact with metallic objects.

• When you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the battery to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

If the battery compartment lid comes off (See Fig. B)

The battery compartment lid is designed to come off when opened with excessive force. To put it back on, see the illustration. 1 Insert the right hook of the lid into the right

hole in the unit.

2 Hang the left hook on the left part of the

compartment.

(See Fig. A)

Improving Radio Reception

FM:Set BAND to LOCAL if interference is prevalent

and reception is too strong. Under normal conditions, set it to DX.

AM:Move around to obtain better reception.

Playing the Radio

1 Set POWER to ON. 2 Set BAND to select FM or AM. 3 Turn TUNING to tune in to a station. 4 Adjust VOL (volume).

To turn off the radio, set POWER to OFF.

To obtain powerful bass sound

Set POWER to MEGA BASS. The “MEGA BASS” system produces a powerful bass sound. When the sound becomes distorted, switch POWER to ON.