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Radio Cassette-Player
Operating Instructions
WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
WM-FS499/FS497
©1997 by Sony Corporation |
Printed in Malaysia |
OWNER'S RECORD
The model number is located at the front and the serial number is located inside the cassette holder. Record the model number and the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
SAFETY NOTES ON THE UNIT
WARNING
•To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
•Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some 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.
•To prevent shock hazards, never open the unit while it is connected to the power source.
CAUTION
•Do not use 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.
•Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.
SAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCES
To avoid battery leakage, fire, damage, explosion, etc., follow the descriptions below.
DANGER
•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.
WARNING
•Do not charge a dry battery.
•Check the ] and } on the batteries, and be sure to insert them like the illustration in this manual.
CAUTION
•When you are not going to use your Walkman for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
About This
Manual
The instructions in this manual are for WMFS499 and WM-FS497. Before you start reading, check your model number. WMFS499 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, “FS499 only”.
Precautions
•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.
•Do not wind the headphones cord around the unit. The buttons may be kept pressed, causing unnecessary battery usage.
•Do not use cassettes longer than 90 minutes except for long continuous playback.
•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 inserting a cassette.
•For cleaning the case, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
If you have any questions or problem concerning your Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Specifications
•Frequency range
For U area indication:
FM: 87.5-108MHz (0.1MHz step) AM: 530-1710kHz (10kHz step) For E area indication:
FM: 87.5-108MHz (0.05MHz step) AM: 531-1602kHz (9kHz step)
•Power requirements
3V DC batteries AA (R6) x 2
•Dimensions
99.8 x 119.7 x 43.4 mm (4 x 4 3⁄4 x 1 3⁄4 inches) (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls
•Mass
Approx. 295g (10.5 oz)
Approx. 375g (13.3 oz) incl. batteries and a cassette
•Supplied accessories
Stereo headphones (1)/Belt clip (1)/ Hand strap
(1) (FS499 only)/Strap loop(1) (FS499 only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Troubleshooting
The volume is not turned up.
•AVLS is set to LIMIT.
The sound is unstable or no audio.
•Insert two size AA (R6) batteries properly. •Replace all batteries if they are weak.
The display shows incorrect information
•The display may show incorrect information or the preset stations may not be recalled correctly when you use the unit for the first time, or when you have left the unit without batteries for a long time. In these cases, remove the batteries, and wait until the display disappears. Then insert batteries and turn the unit on again.
The preset stations and the current time will be canceled. Reset these functions again.
Poor tape playback quality.
•Clean the headphones plug.
•Dirty heads. Clean them with a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
Battery life (approximate hours)
|
Sony alkaline |
Sony |
|
LR6 ( SG ) |
R6P ( SR ) |
|
|
|
playback |
22 |
7 |
|
|
|
radio |
38 |
14 |
|
|
|
Notes
•When the batteries become weak, the sound will be unstable or cannot be heard. In such case, replace both batteries.
•Replace both batteries while the E indication comes on the display, or all the memories will be canceled.
•When replacing batteries, replace both batteries within 30 seconds; otherwise all the memories will be canceled.
•The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
If the cassette holder cannot be opened*
Open the rubber cap, then open the cassette holder. When the cassette holder opens, remember to close the rubber cap. (The Walkman is not water-resistant with the cassette holder open.)
Air outlet
Rubber cap
Preparations
To open the cassette holder
* Since the Walkman is airtight, you may not be able to open the cassette holder because of sudden change in air pressure inside the Walkman which happens after being transported on a plane or moving from a warm place to a cold place.
To Insert batteries
AA(R6)X2
To use the belt clip
Removing the belt clip
Attaching the belt clip
To use the hand strap (FS499 only)
Attaching the hand strap
Strap loop
4
1
2
3
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
LIMITED WARRANTY
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