Radio Cassette Player
Operating Instructions
WALKMAN
WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation WM-FX465/FX463 ~
©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 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/earphones 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/earphones 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/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.
- 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
- Use only the Sony AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied).
- To disconnect the AC power adaptor, only use the plug and not the cable.
- 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.
Location of parts and controls
1
Setting the clock
1 Press ENTER.
The hour and minute digits flash.
2 Press TUNING + or –, set the time within 10 seconds of flashing.
3 Press ENTER. The clock starts.
Tip The clock is on a 12-hour system.
Playing a tape
tape type.
NORM CrO2/METAL
Set NORM•CrO2/METAL to match the
2 Insert a cassette and press – PLAY.
| То | Press |
|---|---|
| Stop playback | |
| Fast-forward | ►► or ◄◄ (For the side facing |
| or rewind the tape | forward) |
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 cancel the AVLS function, set AVLS to NORM.
Tips
- To switch the playback side, set DIR to <
- To select the direction of the tape, set MODE to to play both sides of the tape once, or to play both sides repeatedly.
- To emphasize deep bass sound, press NORM/MEGA BASS/GROOVE to select the desired mode. With each press, the indication in the display change as follows: MB (MEGA BASS): emphasizes deep bass sound GROOVE: emphasizes deeper bass sound NORM: off (normal)
- FX465 only: To listen to a tape recorded with the Dolby* NR system, press DOLBY NR and "DO" will appear during tape operations. To cancel the DOLBY NR function, press DOLBY to display DO.
- * Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. " DOLBY " and the double-D symbol DD are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Notes
- When you set AVLS to LIMIT:
- the MEGA BASS effect is reduced
- turn down the volume if the bass-boosted sound becomes distorted or unstable.
- Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running.
Listening to the radio
-
1
Press RADIO ON/OFF.
- 2 U.S.A. model: Press BAND to select the band (FM1, FM2, TV or AM). Canada model: Press BAND to select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM).
Each time you press the button, the display changes.
3 Press TUNING +/- to tune the station you want.
To turn off the radio
Press RADIO ON/OFF.
To tune the station quickly
Hold down TUNING +/- in step 3. The frequency digits change quickly. When you release the button scanning begins and automatically stops when it receives a station.
Note
If the reception is poor, the scanning may not stop properly at the station.
To improve broadcast reception
For FM, extend the headphones cord or adjust the DX/LOCAL.
For AM, reorient the unit itself.
Tip
While listening to the radio, you can switch to the tape by pressing
Note
If the broadcast becomes noisy when a cassette with a metallic shell or label is inserted, remove the cassette.
To listen to the radio abroad
The frequency range differs depending on the area. If you listen to the radio in an area of different frequency range, change the area indication in the display.
1 Turn on the radio and press ENTER for about 3 seconds to flash the display.
2 Press BAND for about 3 seconds while the display is flashing and then the "U" area indication flashes. While the "U" area indication is flashing, press BAND to change the area indication. Each press of the BAND changes the area indication (eg. "E"→"U"→"E"...) ("U": U.S.A. Canada, "E": Europe and other countries).
3 Choose either the "U" or "E" area indication and then press ENTER to set the area indication.
Notes
- If you change the frequency range, all the preset stations will be canceled.
- For "E" area indication, the clock is on a 24-hour system.
To preset radio stations
You can store radio stations into the unit's memory. You can preset up to 20 radio stations, 5 for each FM1, FM2, TV or AM band (U.S.A. model). You can preset up to 20 radio stations, 5 for each FM1 FM2 FM3 or AM band (Canada model).
2 Tune in the desired station by using the BAND and TUNING + or –.
3 Press and hold 1-5 buttons for more than 2 seconds.
The display flashes twice with a beep sound, the station is preset.
If a station is already stored, the new station replaces the old one.
To play the preset radio stations
Press BAND to select the band, and then press 1-5 buttons to tune in a stored station.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for WM FX465 and WM-FX463. Before you start reading, check your model number. WMpurposes Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example. "FX465 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
- 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
- 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 FM: 87.5-108MHz (0.1MHz step) AM: 530-1710kHz (10kHz step) TV: 2-13ch (U.S.A. only)
- Power requirements 3V DC batteries AA (R6) × 2/External DC 3V
- Dimensions
- 112.5 × 86.6 × 33.1 mm (4 ½ × 3 ½ × 1 ½ inches) (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls • Mass
Approx. 155g (5.5 oz) Approx. 265g (9.4 oz) incl. batteries, cassette,
Approx. 300g (10.6 oz) incl. batteries, cassette, headphones and belt clip.
Supplied accessories
reo headphones or earphones (1)/Belt clip (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
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.
When you press PLAY, the "E" indication is displayed
• Replace all batteries
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 the 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/earphones plug.
- •Dirty heads. Clean them with a cotton swab
- slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
Preparations
To Insert batteries
Battery life (approximate hours)
|
Sony alkaline
LR6 ( SG ) |
Sony
R6P ( SR ) |
|
|---|---|---|
| playback | 22 | 7 |
| radio | 38 | 14 |
Notes
- When inserting the batteries, make sure not to get the ribbon stuck in between the batteries.
- 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.
- The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
- If the battery compartment lid comes off, attach it as shown.
To use external power
•For house current: Connect AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN 3V jack.
• For 12V/24V car battery: Connect the recommended DCC-E130L or DCC-E230 car battery cord to the DC IN 3V jack.
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
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