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Radio
Cassette-Player
Operating instructions
©2004 Sony Corporation Printed in China
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 Australia
AC-E30HG is not commercially available in Australia.
Playing a tape
1 Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to TAPE (RADIO
OFF).
2 Press n PLAY.
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.
Polarity of the
plug
B
nPLAY**
M
m
FM/AM/TAPE
(RADIO OFF)
BATT
x
OFF/
MEGA BASS
VOLUME*
TUNING
FM MODE
FM SENS
i
AVLS NORM/
LIMIT
FM
DC IN 3V
AM
R6 (AA) x 2
A
* 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.
C
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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A
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1
2 n
M m
x
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1
2
B
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C
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C
B
nPLAY**
M
m
FM/AM/TAPE
(RADIO OFF)
BATT
x
OFF/
MEGA BASS
VOLUME*
TUNING
FM MODE
FM SENS
i
AVLS NORM/
LIMIT
FM
AM
R6 (AA) x 2
A
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1
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