Sony Walkman WM-FS595 User's Manual
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1. The battery power is full wa The battery power is decreasing qd zz The batteries are exhausted pe Replace them with new ones DETI Notes e The battery remainder mark may temporarily show a lower level during fast forwarding or rewinding or use in extremely low temperatures e When replacing batteries replace both batteries within 30 seconds otherwise all the memories including the preset radio stations will be canceled Battery life Approximate hours EIAJ Tape playback Radio reception Sony alkaline LR6 SG 24 38 Sony R6P SR 75 14 Measured value by the standard of EIAJ Electronic Industries Association of Japan Using a Sony HF series cassette tape Note e The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit For maximum performance we recommend that you use alkaline batteries Using the belt clip With the supplied belt clip you can wear your Walkman on a belt for convenient use To remove the belt clip see Fig E To attach the belt clip see Fig E SS M SS SS Connecting the Headphones Earphones see Fig 1 Connect the headphones earphones to Q 2 Wear the L marked side to the left ear and the R marked side to the right ear gt Operating the Walkman SSS ee ee es How to Use the Control Pad see Fig PJ Push the Control Pad in any of the four directions or press down the OFF button for various operations Ee a u Playing2. OLD switch to the direction of the arrow to lock the controls To emphasize bass sound see Fig II Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to SOUND in the display Then press SET to select the desired mode With each press the indication changes as follows MB MEGA BASS emphasizes bass sound GRV GROOVE emphasizes deeper bass sound No message off normal Notes e If the sound is distorted with the mode GRV select the mode MB or no message e Bass emphasis may not show great effect if the volume is turned up too high To protect your hearing AVLS Automatic Volume Limiter System function see Fig II When you set the AVLS function to active the maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to AVLS in the display Then press SET to show Notes e If the sound is distorted when you listen to the bass boosted sound with the AVLS function turn down the volume e The AVLS setting may be canceled when you replace the batteries To see the display in the dark see Fig I O Press BACK LIGHT The backlight will illuminate the display for use in the dark The display will glow for about 5 seconds for each operation The BACK LIGHT button will operate even if the HOLD function is on Using the Flasher FS595 for U S A and Canada only To install the lithium battery see Fig HJ Before using the flasher for the first time open th
3. SONY 3 861 495 11 1 Radio Cassette Player Operating Instructions sports WALKMAN WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation WM FS595 FS593 Sony Corporation 1998 Printed in China For customers in the United States Owner s Record The model number is located at the bottom and the serial number is located inside the cassette holder Record the model and serial numbers in the spaces provided below Refer to these numbers 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 receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and recei
4. a Tape see Fig B 1 Open the cassette holder and insert a cassette Then close the cassette holder and lock the buckle 2 Make sure the HOLD function is turned off If it is on slide the HOLD switch to turn it off 3 Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to TAPE in the display Then press SET to select the tape type No message normal TYPE I METAL CrO2 TYPE II or metal TYPE IV 4 Push the Control Pad toward lt P play to start playing Then adjust the volume To Operation on the Control Pad see Fig play the other side Push toward lt P play during playback stop playback Press down HOFF stop fast forward Push toward FF during stop rewind Push toward REW during stop play the other side from the Push toward FF during playback beginning Skip Reverse function play the same side from the Push toward REW during playback beginning Rewind Auto Play function To select playback mode see Fig HJ Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to MODE in the display Then press SET to select the desired mode To play Select both sides repeatedly co both sides once from the side facing the cassette holder To play a tape recorded with Dolby NR system FS595 only see Fig H Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to DO NR Dolby noise reduction in the display Then press SET to show ON Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby La
5. boratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol DA are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Listening to the Radio see Fig 1 Make sure the HOLD function is turned off If it is on slide the HOLD switch to turn it off 2 Push the Control Pad toward BAND RADIO ON to turn on the radio 3 Push the Control Pad toward BAND RADIO ON repeatedly to select FM1 FM2 FM3 or AM 4 Press TUNING to tune in to the desired station If you keep pressing TUNING for a few seconds the Walkman will start tuning to the stations automatically To turn off the radio see Fig f Press down HOFF of the Control Pad To improve the broadcast reception e For FM see Fig H Extend the headphones earphones cord the aerial If the reception is still not good press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to FM MODE or FM SENS in the display Then press SET to choose the mode for best reception e For AM The Walkman has a built in antenna Reorient the Walkman horizontally to obtain optimum AM reception Note e Do not remove the power sources while listening to the radio or the received stations may not be stored a a Presetting Radio Stations see Fig e 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 Tune in to the station you wish to store Follow steps 1 4 in Listening to the Rad
6. e battery compartment lid and insert one CR2025 lithium battery supplied with the correct polarity Note e Be sure to close the battery compartment firmly after inserting the battery When to replace the lithium battery Replace the lithium battery when the light of the flasher dims Battery life Approximate hours Sony lithium battery CR2025 80 When using at 20 C 68 F without turning off Note e The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit Notes on lithium battery e Keep the lithium battery out of reach of children Should the battery be swallowed immediately consult a doctor e Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure good contact e Be sure to install the battery in the correct polarity position e Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers as doing so may cause a short circuit e Do not break up the battery or throw it into a fire which might cause it to explode Carefully dispose of the used battery To attach the flasher to the handstrap see Fig EJ To use the flasher see Fig HJ Press the power switch Each time you press it the light changes as follows flash continuous light off gt Additional Information SSS ay Precautions On batteries e Do not charge a dry battery e Do not carry the dry or rechargeable batteries with coins or other metallic objects It can generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the batteries are accid
7. entally contacted by a metallic object e When you do not use the Walkman for a long time remove the battery to avoid any damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent corrosion On the unit e Do not drop the unit or give a shock to the unit or it may cause a malfunction 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 The LCD display may become hard to see or slow down when using the unit at high temperatures above 40 C 104 F or at low temperatures below 0 C 32 F At room temperature the display will return to its normal operating condition e If the unit has not been used for long set it in the playback mode and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a tape On water resistance e Before opening or closing the cassette holder be sure to wipe off water dust or sand on the exterior of the Walkman The Walkman is not water resistant with the cassette holder open e Since water in the headphones earphones jack may cause rust cover it with the attached rubber cap when the headphones earphones are not in use e Since the Walkman is airtight you may not be able to open the cassette holder because of sudden change in air pressure inside the Walk
8. fications Radio section Frequency range FM 87 5 108 MHz AM 530 1 710 kHz North Central and South America 531 1 602 kHz Other countries Tape section Frequency response Dolby NR off Playback 30 14 000 Hz Output Q Headphones earphones jack Load impedance 8 300 ohms General Power requirements 3V Two size AA R6 batteries Dimensions w h d Approx 96 5 x 130 6 x 47 8 mm 3 x 5 x 1 6 inches incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 295 g 10 5 oz Approx 370 g 13 1 oz incl batteries and a cassette Supplied accessories Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones 1 Belt clip 1 Flasher 1 FS595 for U S A and Canada only Sony CR2025 lithium battery 1 FS595 for U S A and Canada only Design and specifications are subject to change without notice This warranty is valid only in the United States
9. io 2 Press and hold one of the 1 5 buttons for more than 2 seconds The display flashes twice with a beep sound and the station is preset If a station is already stored the new station replaces the old one To play the preset radio stations 1 Push the Control Pad toward BAND RADIO ON to select the band 2 Press the corresponding button 1 5 on the unit ee ee ee Receiving Stations Outside Your Country Excluding models for Europe and Saudi Arabia see Fig E The frequency range differs depending on the area see the chart Area indication and frequency range 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 push the Control Pad toward BAND RADIO ON for more than 10 seconds until the area indication flashes in the display 2 While the display is flashing press TUNING to select either U or E indication 3 Push the Control Pad toward BAND RADIO ON to set the area indication Note e If you change the frequency range all the preset stations will be canceled Area indication and frequency range Area Frequency range FM MHz AM kHz E 87 5 108 531 1 602 U 87 5 108 530 1 710 E European and other countries U USA Canada and Central and South America AVLS SOUND Air outlet Rubber cap Power switch Using Other Functions To lock the controls see Fig W Set the H
10. man which happens after being transported on a plane or moving from a warm place to a cold place To open the cassette holder see Troubleshooting e The supplied headphones earphones are not meant to be immersed in water or come in continuous contact with water If they are accidentally dropped into water or get wet dry them with a soft cloth Never use an electric hair dryer e If the Walkman or the headphones earphones are immersed in salt water be sure to wash them in non running fresh water Never wash them under running water and never use soap or detergent e Any sand or dust on the rubber packing will prevent the cassette holder from closing tightly and water may leak in Brush off the dust once ina while e We recommend the packing to be changed every year Replacement packing is available at an authorized Sony Service Facility On tapes longer than 90 minutes We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90 minutes except for a long continuous playback They are very thin and tend to be stretched easily 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 situation
11. s 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 If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit please consult your nearest Sony dealer ee Troubleshooting The volume cannot be turned up gt If appears for AVLS display press SET so that disappears The sound is unstable or no audio gt Insert two size AA R6 batteries properly gt Replace all batteries if they are weak The display shows incorrect information gt The batteries are weak Replace the batteries with new ones The cassette holder cannot be opened gt Open the rubber cap then open the cassette holder If the belt clip is attached remove it first When the cassette holder opens remember to close the rubber cap to prevent intrusion of water see Fig K e Maintenance To clean the tape heads and path Use the cleaning cassette CHK 1 not supplied every 10 hours of use Note Use only the recommended cleaning cassette To clean the exterior Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water Do not use alcohol benzine or thinner Note e Clean the headphones earphones plug periodically Ga a Speci
12. ver 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 E About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for WM FS595 and WM FS593 Before you start reading check your model number WM FS595 is the model used for illustration purposes Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text for example FS595 only MONO ST FM MODE BAND BAND RADIO ON RADIO ON TUNING VOLUME MENU SET HOLD LOCAL DX FMSENS BAND RADIO ON gt Getting Started _ E Preparing a Power Source Dry Battery see Fig EN Open the cassette holder and open the battery compartment lid and insert two size AA R6 dry batteries with correct polarity When to replace the batteries Replace the batteries when flashes in the display The battery remainder mark has 3 steps to show the remaining battery power
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