Sony WM-FX197 User Manual

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Radio Cassette-Player

Operating instructions

WM-FX197

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

is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

For customers in the USA

Product registration

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Owner’s Record

The model number is located at the rear and the serial number is located inside the cassette holder. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. WM-FX197 Serial No.

INFORMATION

This device complied 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

Note

• The BATT indicator dims when the batteries become weak or exhausted. Replace them with new ones.

Playing a tape

1 Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to TAPE (RADIO

OFF).

2 Press n PLAY.

To Press

Stop playback x (stop) Wind rapidly* M or m

* Be sure to press x (stop) after the tape has been wound or

rewound.

To limit the maximum volume automatically

Set AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to LIMIT. The maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears, even if you turn the volume up.

To emphasize sound

Set the OFF/MEGA BASS switch to MEGA BASS to produce deep and powerful sound.

FM MODE

FM SENS

AVLS NORM/

LIMIT

TUNING

VOLUME*

* 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.

FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF)

BATT

nPLAY**

OFF/ MEGA BASS

R6 (AA) x 2

Note

• Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running.

Listening to the radio

1 Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to AM or FM. 2 Turn TUNING to tune to the station you want.

To turn off the radio

Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to TAPE (RADIO OFF).

To improve broadcast reception B

For FM, extend the headphones/earphones cord (antenna) or adjust FM MODE. For AM, reorient the unit itself.

Troubleshooting

The volume cannot be turned up.

• AVLS is set to LIMIT.

Poor tape playback quality.

• Clean the headphones/earphones plug.

• Clean the tape head and tape path using a cotton swab and commercially available cleaning solvent after every 10 hours of use. C

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 the Walkman for a long time, remove the battery to avoid any damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent 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.

• If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode to warm it up 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.

Specifications

Frequency range

FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz AM: 526.5 - 1 606.5 kHz (Italy and Saudi Arabia)

530 - 1 710 kHz (North, Central and South America) 530 - 1 605 kHz (Other countries/regions)

Power requirement

Two R6 (size AA) batteries: 1.5 V DC × 2

Dimensions

86.1 × 117.7 × 32.1 mm (w/h/d) excl. projecting parts and controls

Mass

Approx. 140 g (main unit only)

Supplied accessories

Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1)/Belt clip (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Battery life* (approximate hours)

playback 25 7.5 radio 55 18

* 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) alkaline dry batteries

(produced in Japan)

Note

The battery life may be shorter depending on the operating condition, the surrounding temperature and battery type.

Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** Sony R6P (SR)

This warranty is valid only in the United States.

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 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.