Sony Walkman WM-FX251 User manual

SONY
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Radio Cassette Player
Operating Instructions
waLKman
WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
WM-FX251
©1997 by Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
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. WM-FX251
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. Flowever,
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
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.
WARNING
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
• Do not use headphones 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 at
high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian
crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or
discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
• To prevent shock hazards, never open the unit while
it is connected to the power source.
CAUTION
• Do not use headphones 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.
• Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow
you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to
the people around you.
ISAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCESl
To avoid battery leakage, fire, damage, explosion, etc.,
follow the descriptions below.
DANGER
• 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.
WARNING
• Use only the Sony AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not
supplied).
• To disconnect the AC power adaptor, only use the
plug and not the cable.
• Do not charge a dry battery.
• Check the O and O on the batteries, and be sure to
insert them like the illustration in this manual.
CAUTION
• When you are not going to useyourWalkman for a
long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.

Location of parts and controls
Playing a tape
1 Set N0RM»Cr02/METAL to match the
tape type.
NORM Cr02/METAL
I I
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 cancel the AVLS function, set AVLS to NORM.
Notes
• If the tape is playing but no sound comes out, the
batteries may be weak. Replace all the batteries with
new ones.
• Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is
running.
To Press
Stop playback ■
Fast-forward ►► or (For the side facing
or rewind the tape forward)

◄◄ ►►
■ S TOP
VOLUME
AVLS
N0RM/Cr02/METAL«
DX/LOCAL
Listening to the radio
1 Press RADIO ON/OFF.
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RADIO ON/OFF
2 Press BAND to select the band (FM1, FM2,
FM3 or AM).
Each time you press the button, the display
changes.
BAND
Press TUNING -/ + to tune the station you
want.
2“^) TUNING ( C^l)
To turn off the radio
Press RADIO ON/OFF.
To tune the station quickly
Hold down TUNING -/+ in step 3. The frequency
digits change quickly. When you release the button,
the frequency digits change slowly. When the
desired frequency digits appear, press TUNING -/+
again.

To improve broadcast reception
For FM, extend the headphones cord or adjust the
DX/LOCAL.
For AM, reorient the unit itself.
Tip
While listening to the radio, you can switch to the tape
by pressing ► PLAY, or ►► .
Note
If the broadcast becomes noisy when a cassette with a
metallic shell or label is inserted, remove the cassette.
To listen to the radio abroad
The frequency range differs depending on the area.
If you listen to the radio in an area of different
frequency range, change the area indication in the
display.
1 Press BAND for about 10 seconds while the radio
is turned on.
2 Press TUNING - or + to change the area
indication.
("U": U.S.A. and Canada, "E": European and other
countries).
3 Press BAND to set the frequency range. .
Notes
• If you change the frequency range, all the preset
stations will be canceled.
• When you want to cancel during a change of the area
indication.
Press BAND after pressing TUNING - or +, all the
preset stations-will be canceled.
To preset radio stations
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 Press RADIO ON/OFF.
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RADIO ON/OFF
2 Tune in the desired station by using the
BAND and TUNING - or +.
Press a preset number (1-5) for 2 seconds,
the displayed frequency will flash with a
beep sound and the station is stored.
If a station is already stored, the new station
replaces the old one.
To play the preset radio stations
Press BAND to select the band, and then press the
corresponding preset button.

Precautions
• 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.
• Do not wind the headphones cord around
the unit. The buttons may be kept pressed,
causing unnecessary battery usage.
• Do not use cassettes longer than 90
minutes except for long continuous
playback.
• 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.
• For cleaning the case, use a soft cloth
slightly moistened with mild detergent
solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or
thinned.
If you have any questions or problem
concerning your Walkman, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
Specifications
• Frequency range
For U area indication:
FM: 87.5-108MHz (0.1 MHz step)
AM: 530-1710kHz (10kHz step)
For E area indication:
FM: 87.5-108MHz (0.05MHz step)
AM: 531-1602kHz (9kHz step)
• Power requirements
3V DC batteries AA (R6) x 2/Extemal DC 3V
power sources
• Dimensions
115 x 90.5 x 34.4 mm (4 \ x 3 s / 8 x 1 3 / 8 inches)
(w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls
• Mass
Approx. 150g (5.3 oz)
Approx. 285g (10.1 oz) incl. batteries, a tape and
headphones
• Supplied accessories
Stereo headphones (1)/Carrying case (1)
Troubleshooting
The volume is not turned up.
• AVLS is set to LIMIT.
The sound is unstable or no audio.
•Insert two size AA (R6) batteries properly.
• Replace all batteries if they are weak.
The display shows incorrect information
•The display may show incorrect information or the
preset stations may not be recalled correctly when
you use the unit for the first time, or when you
have left the unit without batteries for a long time.
In these cases, turn the tape and radio off and then
press BAND for about 10 seconds, you will hear a
beep sound through the headphones and the
memories of all the preset stations will be
canceled. Reset these functions again.
Poor tape playback quality.
•Clean the headphones plug.
•Dirty heads. Clean them with a cotton swab
slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

Preparations
To Insert batteries
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
DC IN 3V
Battery life (approximate hours)
Sony alkaline
Sony
*
*
LR6 (SG)
R6P (SR )
*
#
playback 22
7
$
&
radio
33
13
$
#
Notes
• When you do not use the unit for a long time, remove
the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage
and corrosion.
• When the batteries become weak, the sound will be
unstable or cannot be heard. In such case, replace both
batteries.
• When replacing batteries, replace both batteries within
30 minutes; otherwise all the memories will be
canceled.
• If the battery compartment lid comes off, attach it as
shown. XI
SONY.
Tape Cassette Player/'Recorder/CD Player /Mi m Disc
DAT/Radio/Heed Phone/Speaker/MIC/F%rsonals
LIMITED WARRANTY
SONY ELECTRONICS INC. ("SONY”) warrants this Product (including any accessories) against
defects in matenal or workmanship as follows:
1. LABOR: For a penod of 90 days from the date of purchase, if this Product is determined
to be defective; Sony will repair the Product at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any SONY
authorized service facility. After the Warranty FVod, you must pay for all labor charges.
2. PARTS: In addition. SONY will supply, at no charge; new or rebuilt replacements in ex¬
change for defective parts for a period of one (1) year After 90 days from the date of purchase
labor for removal and installation is available from SONY authorized service facilities or a Sony
Service Center at your expense
To Obtain warranty service you must take the Product, or deliver the Product freight prepaid, in
either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection, to any autho¬
rized SONY service facility.
This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal
reception problems.
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse,
abuse negligence commercial use or modification of, or to any part of the Product, including the
antenna. This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance con¬
nection to improper voltage supply, or attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized
by Sony to service the Product. This warranty does not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL
FAULTS, or consumables (such as fuses or batteries). This warranty is valid only in the United
Stales.
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit
is within the Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REME¬
DY OF THE CONSUMER. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSE¬
QUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS
PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WAR¬
RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT
IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some states dn not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you. In addition, if you enter into a service contract with the Sony Partnership
within 90 days of the date of sate the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not
apply to you. This wananty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which
vary from state to state
To use external power
•For house current: Connect AC-E30HG AC power
adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN 3V jack.
The polarity of the plug
• For 12V/24V car battery: Connect the recommended
DCC-E130L or DCC-E230 car battery cord to the DC
IN 3V jack.
For your convenience SONY ELECTRONICS INC. has established telephone numbers for frequent
ly asked questions:
To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you. call:
For service assistance or resolution of a service problem, call:
SONY CUSTOMER RELATIONS CENTER
1-(800)-282-2848
For Product information or operation, cad:
SONY CUSTOMER INFORMATION CENTER
(2011-368-9272
or write to:
Sony Customer Information Center
One Sony Drive
Park Ridge, New Jersey 07650-8003
For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer, call:
To use-the carrying case
1-(BOO)-488-SONY (7669)