Sony FX483 Clock Radio User Manual
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1. Playing a Tape 1 Open the cassette holder and insert a cassette FX487 HOLD 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 CrO TYPE II or metal TYPE IV 4 Press lt gt play to start playing then adjust the volume When adjusting the volume on the Walkman FX487 only Set the VOL control on the remote control at maximum When adjusting the volume on the remote control FX487 only Set the VOL control on the Walkman slightly above the appropriate level Note on the cassette holder When opening the cassette holder press the Ml stop button and make sure the tape is stopped by checking through the cassette window then slide the OPEN switch If the cassette holder is opened before the tape is stopped the tape may loosen and be damaged To Press lt gt play during playback play the other side stop playback E fast forward FF during stop rewind REW during stop play the same side from the beginning Rewind Auto Play function REW during playback play the other side from the beginning Skip Reverse function FF during playback MENU MENU To select playback mode Press MENU2. 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 lock the controls Set the HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow to lock the controls gt Additional Information SSS 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 accidentally 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 eThe 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 elf 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 tapes longer than 90 minutes We do not recommend th
3. FX487 TUNING RADIO ON BAND FX485 FX483 TUNING RADIO ON BAND 1 Turn on the radio and press RADIO ON BAND 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 Press RADIO ON BAND 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 Using Other Functions FX487 To emphasize bass sound Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to SOUND in the display Then press SET to select the desired mode With each press the indications change 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 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
4. 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 Approx hours EIAJ Tape playback Radio reception Sony alkaline LR6 SG 24 38 Sony REP 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 Connect the AC power adaptor AC E30HG not supplied to the DC IN 3 V jack and to the mains Do not use any other AC power adaptor Specifications for AC E30HG varies for each area Check your local voltage and the shape of plug before purchasing Polarity of the plug To use the belt clip With the supplied belt clip you can wear your Walkman on a belt for convenient use To remove the belt clip Connecting the Headphones Earphones FX487 FX485 FX483 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 If the earphones do not fit to your ears or the sound is unbalalnced turn round the earphones a little to fit to your ears firmly gt Operating the Walkman
5. 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 or mee mae 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 Presetting 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 PRESET RADIO ON BAND RADIO ON BAND 1 Tune in the station you wish to store Follow steps 1 4 in Listening to the Radio 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 and the new station replaces the old one To play the preset radio stations 1 Press RADIO ON BAND to select the band 2 Press the corresponding button 1 5 on the unit Or press PRESET on the remote control FX487 only SSS SSS Se Receiving Stations Outside Your Country Excluding models for Europe and Saudi Arabia 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
6. SONY 3 861 494 13 1 Radio Cassette Player Operating Instructions WALKMAN WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation WM FX487 FX485 FX483 Sony Corporation 1998 Printed in Malaysia For the customers in the U S A OWNER S RECORD The moda 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 receiver Connect th
7. e 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 About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for WM FX487 WM FX485 and WM FX483 Before you start reading check your moda number WM FX487 is the mode used for illustration purposes Any differ2ences in operation are clearly indicated in the text for example FX487 only gt Getting Started r Preparing a Power Source Dry Battery Open the battery compartment lid and insert two size AA R6 dry batteries with correct polarity If the battery compartment lid comes off When to replace the batteries Replace the batteries when i flashes in the display The battery remainder mark has 3 steps to show the remaining battery power The battery power is full mwa The battery power is decreasing C The batteries are exhausted ype Replace them with new ones pas Notes e The battery remainder mark may temporarily
8. e use of tapes longer than 90 minutes except for a long continuous playback They are very thin and tend to be stretched easily On the remote control FX487 only Use the supplied remote control only with this unit 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 If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit please consult you nearest Sony dealer ee ee Troubleshooting The volume cannot be turned up elf appears for AVLS display press SET so that disappears The sound is unstable or no audio e Insert two R6 size AA batteries properly e Replace all batteries if they are weak The display shows incorrect information e The batteries are weak Replace the batteri
9. es with new ones e Specifications Radio section Frequency range FM 65 74 87 5 108 MHz Eastern Europe 87 5 108 MHz other countries 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 Headphones earphones Q jack Load impedance 8 300 ohms General Power requirements 3V Two size AA R6 batteries Dimensions w h d FX487 Approx 115 5 x 83 5 x 35 5 mm 4 x 3 x 16 inches incl projecting parts and controls FX485 FX483 Approx 115 5 x 83 5 x 34 0 mm 4 x 3 x 1 inches incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 150 g 5 3 oz Approx 230 g 8 2 oz incl batteries and a cassette Supplied accessories Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones with remote control 1 FX487 only Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones 1 FX485 FX483 only Belt clip 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice U U U MM Maintenance To clean the tape head and path Use the cleaning cassette CHK 1 not supplied every 10 hours of use Note e 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 For the customers in the U S A
10. repeatedly to set the cursor to MODE in the display Then press SET to select the desired mode To play Select Both sides repeatedly am Both sides oncefrom the side facing the cassette holder To play a tape recorded with Dolby NR system FX487 FX485 only 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 Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol DAQ are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Listening to the Radio FX487 FX485 FX483 HOLD MeRADIO OFF TUNING RADIO ON BAND 1 MakesuretheHOLD function is turned off If itis on slide the HOLD switch to turn it off 2 PressRADIO ON BAND to turn on the radio 3 Press RADIO ON BAND repeatedly to sdect FM 1 FM2 FM3o0r AM 4 Press TUNING to tunein to the desired station If you keep pressing TUNING for afew seconds the Walkman will start tuning to the stations automatically To turn off the radio Press He RADIO OFF turn over gt To improve the broadcast reception FX487 FX485 FX483 Y ae e For FM Extend the cord of the remote control the aerial FX487 only Extend the headphones earphones cord the aerial FX485 FX483 only If the reception is still not good press
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