User manual SONY WM-FX43

[. . . ] · Do not leave the unit in a location subject to moisture, dust, smoke, steam or direct sunlight. · Clean the plug with a soft dry cloth. A dirty plug may cause the sound quality to deteriorate. · Clean the headphone part with a soft dry cloth. [. . . ] Slot the excess strap into the handle of the Walkman. Placing the Walkman on a belt C 1 Pass the strap through the handle described above in steps 1 and 2. 2 Tighten the strap at the ladder lock, then slot the excess strap into the handle of the Walkman. B 3 Put the belt clip on a belt. * Playback will switch automatically to the opposite side when the tape reaches the end of the side. **If you leave the Walkman after the tape has been wound or rewound, the battery will be consumed rapidly. Note · Do not open the lid of the cassette compartment while the tape is running. To insert a battery C D 1 Unfasten the buckle. 3 Release the catch to open the battery compartment lid and insert one size AA (R6) dry battery with correct polarity. Battery life* (approximate hours) Tape playback Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** Sony R6P (SR) 32 9 Radio reception 50 15 To select the tape direction Switch Y to select the desired direction. (turn over) E * Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). (Using a Sony HF series cassette tape) **When using a Sony LR6 (SG) "STAMINA" alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan). Note · The battery life may be shorter depending on the operating condition, the surrounding temperature and battery type. When to replace the battery D " F Replace the battery with the new one when " flashes in the display. To replace the battery MENU SET ENTER 1 Release the catch to open the battery compartment lid. 2 Pull the ribbon up slowly and replace the battery with new one. G Listening to the Radio 1 If the HOLD function is on, turn the HOLD switch in the opposite direction of the arrow to unlock the controls. Make sure that the tape has stopped completely. 2 Press TV/WEATHER or FM/AM to select the desired band and to turn on the radio. (The Walkman is not water-resistant with the cassette lid open. ) · Since water in the headphones/earphones jack may cause rust, cover it with the attached rubber cap when the headphones/earphones are not in use. · Since the Walkman is airtight, you may not be able to open the cassette lid because of sudden change in air pressure inside the Walkman, which happens after being transported on a plane or moving from a warm place to a cold place. To open the cassette lid see "Troubleshooting". · The supplied headphones/earphones are not meant to be immersed in water or come in continuous contact with water. If they are accidentally dropped into water or get wet, dry them with a soft cloth. · If the Walkman or the headphones/earphones are immersed in salt water, be sure to wash them in non-running fresh water. Never wash them under running water, and never use soap or detergent. · Any sand or dust on the rubber packing will prevent the cassette lid from closing tightly, and water may leak in. · We recommend the packing to be changed every year. Replacement packing is available at an authorized Sony Service Facility. Rubber cap HOLD TV/WEATHER FM/AM Air outlet Y MENU SET ENTER m N** M x TUNING+/­ PRESET +/­ i RADIO OFF VOLUME* * 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. On headphones/earphones Road safety Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. [. . . ] · Clean the headphones/earphones plugs periodically. Troubleshooting The display shows incorrect information. · The battery is weak. Replace the battery with a new 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. The display and the operation are not normal. · Remove the battery for 30 seconds or more, and then insert it again. If this does not solve the problem, remove the battery and leave the unit without battery for 30 minutes or more, and then insert it again. [. . . ]