Sony Walkman WM-FX375 User's Manual
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1. Location of parts and controls lt lt ESTOP BATT FM AM TAPE RADIO OFF gt gt MODE DIR lt PLAY MEGA BASS DOLBY NR NORM Cr02 METAL ST MONO iaw or NORM Cr02 METAL DX LOCAL Q HIGH ar AVLS VOLUME TUNING FX375 To limit the maximum volume automatically Set AVLS Automatic Volume Limiter System to To Press or Switch E STOP Playing a tape Stop playback 1 Fast forward Poraa LIMIT The maximum volume is kept down to Set FM AM TAPE RADIO OFF to TAPE or rewind the tape protect your ears even if you turn the volume up RADIO OFF Cange sides DIR FX375 FX373 only To cancel the AVLS function set AVLS to NORM o Play both sides once MODE to FX375 FX373 only Ti F mphasiz n Play both sides MODE to CD ibid dimecianiiaes a repeatedly FX375 FX373 only Set the MEGA BASS switch to ON to produce deep FM AM TAPE When the tape direction is set to A mode the angl poweful te RADIO OFF depressed button PLAY is released automatically Turn the HIGH and LOW controls to get the desired at the end of the reverse side Auto shut off function tone FX375 FX373 FX173 only 2 Set NORMeCrO2 METAL to match the FX375 FX373 only tape type FX177 FX171 FX375 FX373 FX173 hea ATN e ON N HIGH Norm CrO2 METAL eS i O 3 Insert a cassette and press PLAY PLAY To play a tape recorded with Dolby NR system FX375 o2. SONY 3 861 489 11 1 Radio Cassette Player Operating Instructions WALKMAN WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation WM FX375 FX373 FX177 FX173 FX171 1997 by Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia Listening for many hours at maximum volume may damage your hearing For the customers in the U S A 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 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 re
3. ceiving 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 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
4. nly Set DOLBY NR to ON Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol DO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Notes e 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 e Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running e To select the direction of the tape set MODE to CD for both sides repeatedly or for both sides once from the front side to the reverse side only If play begins from the reverse side the tape stops at the end or that side FX375 FX373 only Listening to the radio 1 Set FM AM TAPE RADIO OFF to AM or FM FM AM TAPE RADIO OFF 2 Tune to the station you want TUNING To turn off the radio Set FM AM TAPE RADIO OFF to TAPE RADIO OFF To improve broadcast reception For FM extend the headphones earphones cord or adjust ST MONO or DX LOCAL For AM reorient the unit itself Note If the broadcast becomes noisy when a cassette with a metallic shell or label is inserted remove the cassette Specifications Frequency range FM 87 6 108 MHz North Central and South America 87 5 108 MHz Saudi Arabia AM 530 1710 kHz North Central and South America 526 5 1606 5 kHz Saudi Arabia Power requirements 3V DC batteries R6 AA x 2 External DC 3V p
5. or a long time it may not be charged completely The playing time is shorter e The rechargeable batteries can be charged about 300 times Be sure not to short circuit the battery When you carry it with you never carry it with other metallic objects such as keys in your pocket Battery life approximate hours EIAJ Playback Radio Sony Alkaline LR6 SG 24 hous 55 hous Sony R6P SR 7 5 hours 18 hours Rechargeable battery 3 5 hours 12 hours NC AA WM Full charge Measured value by the standard of EIAJ Electric Industries Association of Japan Using a Sony HF series cassette tape Notes The BATT indicator dims when the batteries become weak or exhausted Replace them with new ones 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 excluding FX177 FX173 FX171 for U S A Canada and Europe For house current Connect AC E30HG AC power adaptor not supplied to the DC IN 3V jack The polarity of the plug is as shown e Specifications for AC E30HG varies for each area Check your local voltage and the shape of plug before purchasing polarity of the plug To use the belt clip When Using Headphones Earphones Wear the L marked side to the left ear and the R marked side to the right ear This warranty is valid only in the United States SONY LIMITED WARRANTY
6. 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 around you SAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCE To avoid battery leakage fire damage explosion etc follow the descriptions below DANGER e Do not carry the 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 Excluding FX177 FX173 FX171 for U S A Canada and Europe Use only the recommended AC power adaptor not supplied Check also the local voltage to avoid a short circuit to the AC power adaptor e Excluding FX177 FX173 FX171 for U S A Canada and Europe 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 About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for WM FX375 WM FX373 WM FX177 WM FX173 and WM FX171 Before you start reading check your model number WM FX375 is the model used for illustration purposes Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text for example FX375 only Precautions e Do not leave
7. ower sources Dimensions FX375 FX373 FX177 FX173 88 5 x 118 6 x 38 2 mm 31 x 43 x1 inches w h d incl projecting parts and controls FX171 88 5 x 118 6 x 37 6 mm 3 1 x 43 x 11 inches w h d incl projecting parts and controls e Mass FX375 FX373 Approx 170 g 6 0 oz Approx 250 g 8 9 oz incl batteries and a cassette FX177 Approx 165 g 5 9 oz Approx 250 g 8 9 oz incl batteries and a cassette FX173 Approx 165 g 5 9 oz Approx 245 g 8 7 oz incl batteries and a cassette FX171 Approx 160 g 5 7 oz Approx 240 g 8 5 oz incl batteries and a cassette e Supplied accessories Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones 1 Belt clip 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 Insert two R6 size AA batteries properly e Replace all batteries if they are weak Poor tape playback quality eClean the headphones earphones plug Dirty heads Clean the unit with a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol FX375 FX373
8. 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 thinner If you have any questions or problem concerning your Walkman please consult your nearest Sony dealer Preparations To insert batteries TA DC IN 3V R6 AA X2 To use with a rechargeable battery FX177 only Before using charge the rechargeable battery with the supplied charger Charging time is about 4 hours After 4 hours remove the batteries Open the battery compartment lid and insert the rechargeable battery after charging Notes e The name plate indicating operating voltage power consumption etc is located on the bottom exterior of the charger e The battery may become warm during charging e Use only the rechargeable battery NC AA WM with the supplied battery charger e If the rechargeable battery is new or it has not been used f
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