2-348-426-41(1)
Radio
Cassette-Player
Operating instructions
©2004 Sony Corporation
WM-FX199
English
Preparations
To Insert batteries A
Note
• The BATT indicator dims when the batteries become
weak or exhausted. Replace them with new ones.
To use external power
Connect the AC power adaptor AC-E30HG* (not supplied)
to the DC IN 3V jack and to the mains. Do not use any
other AC power adaptor.
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area. Check
your local voltage and the shape of the plug before
purchasing.
Note
Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.
* For customers in Saudi Arabia
You cannot use the DC IN 3V jack since the AC power adaptor is
not commercially available in Saudi Arabia.
Playing a tape
1 Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to TAPE
(RADIO OFF).
2 Press nPLAY.
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.
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.
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.
“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to
represent Headphone Stereo products.
is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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
• External DC 3 V power sources
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)
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** Sony R6P (SR)
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.
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