Sony WM-FX251 User's Manual
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1. thinner If you have any questions or problem concerning your Walkman please consult your nearest Sony dealer Specifications e 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 e Power requirements 3V DC batteries AA R6 x 2 External DC 3V power sources e Dimensions 115 x 90 5 x 34 4 mm 4 x3 x 1 inches w h d incl projecting parts and controls e Mass Approx 150g 5 3 oz Approx 230g 8 2 oz incl batteries and a tape e Supplied accessories Stereo headphones 1 Carrying case 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Troubleshooting The volume is not turned up e AVLS is set to LIMIT The sound is unstable or no audio eInsert two size AA R6 batteries properly e Replace all batteries if they are weak The display shows incorrect information eThe 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 turn the tape and radio off and then press BAND for about 10 seconds you will hear a beep sound through the headphones and the memories of all the preset stations will be canceled Reset these functions again Poor tape playback quality eClean the headphones plug eDirty heads Clea2. around you SAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCES To avoid battery leakage fire damage explosion etc follow the descriptions below DANGER e 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 e Use only the Sony AC E30HG AC power adaptor not supplied e To disconnect the AC power adaptor only use the plug and not the cable e Do not charge a dry battery e Check the and on the batteries and be sure to insert them like the illustration in this manual CAUTION e When you are not going to use your Walkman for a long time remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage and corrosion Precautions e 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 e Do not wind the headphones earphones cord around the unit The buttons may be kept pressed causing unnecessary battery usage e Do not use cassettes longer than 90 minutes except for long continuous playback e 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 e For cleaning the case use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution Do not use alcohol benzine or
3. SONY 3 858 914 12 1 Radio Cassette Player Operating Instructions WALKMAN WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation WM FX251 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 WM FX251 Serial No 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 di
4. fferent 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 UNI WARNING e To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture e 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 e To prevent shock hazards never open the unit while it is connected to the power source CAUTION e 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 e Keep the volume at a moderate level This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people
5. n them with a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol Preparations To Insert batteries AA R6 X2 DC IN 3V Battery life approximate hours Sony alkaline Sony LR6 SG RGP SR playback 22 7 radio 33 13 Notes e When the batteries become weak the sound will be unstable or cannot be heard In such case replace both batteries e When replacing batteries replace both batteries within 30 minutes otherwise all the memories will be canceled e The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit e 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 The polarity of the plug To use the carrying case This warranty is valid only in the United States SONY LIMITED WARRANTY Location of parts and controls PLAY TUNING 1 5 preset Playing a tape 1 Set NORMeCrO2 METAL to match the tape type on CTOSMETAL To Press Stop playback E Fast forward PP or lt lt For the side facing or rewind the tape forward AVLS NORM CrO2 METALe DX LOCAL 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
6. to NORM Note e Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running Listening to the radio 1 Press RADIO ON OFF O RADIO ON OFF 2 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 C TUNNG 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 the frequency digits change slowly When the desired frequency digits appear press TUNING again To improve broadcast reception For FM extend the headphones earphones cord or adjust the DX LOCAL For AM reorient the unit itself o x Q le gt 2 AM 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 Press BAND for about 10 seconds while the radio is turned on 2 Press TUNING or to change the area indication U U S A Canada and Central and South America E European and other countries 3 Press BAND to set the frequency range Notes e If you change the frequency range all the preset stations will be canceled e When you
7. want to cancel during a change of the area indication Press BAND after pressing TUNING or all the preset stations will be canceled 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 FM3 or AM bands 1 Press RADIO ON OFF O RADIO ON OFF 2 Tune in the desired station by using the BAND and TUNING or 3 Press a preset number 1 5 for 2 seconds the displayed frequency will flash with a beep sound and the station is stored 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 the corresponding preset button
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