3-247-458-71(1)
Radio
Cassette Player
Sony Corporation ©2002
WM-FX288/FX244
Operating Instructions
“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
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is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those
countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the
countries EEA (European Economic Area).
A
AM
B C
FWD
REV
FM
AA (R6) x 2
Preparations
To Insert Batteries A
1 Slide open the battery compartment lid,
and insert two R6 (size AA) dry batteries
with correct polarity.
Replace the batteries with new ones when " "
flashes in the display.
Playing a Tape
1 Insert a cassette. B
2 Press NPLAY.
Adjust the volume with VOLUME.
To Press
Stop playback xSTOP
Wind rapidly* MFF or mREW
* If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or
rewound, the battery will be consumed rapidly. Be
sure to press xSTOP.
Note
•Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is
running.
Listening to the Radio
1 If the HOLD function is turned on, slide the
HOLD switch in the opposite direction of
the arrow to unlock the controls.
2 Press FM or AM to select the desired band
and to turn on the radio.
3 Press TUNING +/– to tune in to the desired
station.
If you hold down TUNING +/– for a few
seconds, the Walkman starts scanning for
stations and stops for 3 seconds each time a
station is tuned. When the desired
frequency digits appear, press TUNING +/
– to stop.
To turn off the radio
Press OFF.
To improve broadcast reception C
•For FM: Extend the headphones/earphones cord
(antenna) or adjust DX•LOCAL or ST•FM MONO.
•For AM: Reorient the unit itself.
Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset up to 40 stations.
For Canada, the U.S.A. and Central/South America:
30 for FM and 10 for AM.
For other countries: 35 for FM and 5 for AM.
Presetting Automatically Scanned
Stations
1 Press FM or AM.
2 Press ENTER for more than 3 seconds.
Preset number 1 will flash in the display
and the Walkman starts scanning the
stations from the lower frequencies and
stops for about 3 seconds when a station is
received.
3 If you wish to preset the received station,
press ENTER while the preset number is
flashing.
The received station is preset on preset
number 1 and the unit starts scanning for
the next receivable station.
4 Repeat step 3 until all receivable stations are
preset.
To stop scanning
Press OFF. The radio is turned off at the same time.
Note
•If stations are already stored, the newly preset stations
replace the old ones when the above procedure is
completed.
Presetting Stations Manually
1 Press FM or AM.
2 Press ENTER.
The frequency digits and a preset number
flash in the display.
3 While the frequency digits and the preset
number are flashing, tune in to a station you
wish to store using TUNING +/–, and select
a preset number using PRESET +/–.
4 While the frequency digits and the preset
number are flashing, press ENTER.
Notes
•If you cannot complete step 3 or 4 while the
indications are flashing, repeat from step 2.
•If a station is already stored, the new station replaces
the old one.
To cancel the stored station
Follow the procedure above and in step 3, press and
hold TUNING +/– until “- - - -” is displayed and
select the preset number you want to cancel using
PRESET +/–. Press ENTER while “- - - -” is flashing.
Playing the preset radio stations
1 Press FM or AM.
2 Press PRESET +/– to select the stations that
you want to play.
Using Other Functions
Locking the controls
Set the HOLD switch in the direction of the G mark
to lock the controls.
The HOLD function only locks the radio operation
buttons and MEGA BASS.
Emphasizing bass sound
Press MEGA BASS.
“MEGA BASS” appears in the display.
Notes
•If the sound is distorted when MEGA BASS is
activated, turn down the volume of the main unit or
press MEGA BASS again to turn off the MEGA BASS
function.
•Bass emphasis may not show great effect if the volume
is turned up too high.
Protecting your hearing — AVLS
(Automatic Volume Limiter System)
Set AVLS to LIMIT. The maximum volume is kept
down to protect your ears.
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 your Walkman for a long time,
remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage
and 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.
• 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.
• 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 you
start using it again.
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 the 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.
On maintenance
• Clean the tape head and tape path using a cotton swab and
commercially available cleaning solvent after every 10 hours of
use.
•To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in
water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
• Clean the headphones/earphones plugs periodically.
Specifications
• Frequency range
FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz
AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz (North, Central and South America)
531 - 1 602 kHz (Other countries)
• Power requirements
3V DC, batteries R6 (size AA) × 2
• Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 91.4 × 115.5 × 37.8 mm (3
5
⁄
8
× 4
5
⁄
8
× 1
1
⁄
2
inches)
excl. projecting parts and controls
• Mass
Approx. 149 g (5.3 oz) (main unit only)
• Supplied accessories
Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1)
Carrying case with belt clip or Carrying pouch (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Battery life* (approximate hours)
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** Sony R6P (SR)
Tape playback 25 7.5
Radio reception 40 14
* 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) “STAMINA” alkaline dry
batteries (produced in Japan).
Note
• The battery life may be shorter depending on the operating
condition, the surrounding temperature and battery type.
English
* There is a tactile dot beside VOLUME on the main unit to show the direction to turn up the volume.
** The button has a tactile dot.
NPLAY**
MEGA BASS
MFF
mREW
VOLUME*
TUNING +/–
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AVLS
NORM•LIMIT
xSTOP
ENTER
FM
AM
OFF
HOLD
PRESET +/–
DX•LOCAL
or
ST•FM MONO
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AM
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FWD
REV
FM
AA (R6) x 2
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NPLAY**
MEGA BASS
MFF
mREW
VOLUME*
TUNING +/–
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AVLS
NORM•LIMIT
xSTOP
ENTER
FM
AM
OFF
HOLD
PRESET +/–
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ST•FM MONO
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