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3-861-492-25(1)
Radio Cassette Player
Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi (au dos)
WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
WALKMAN est une marque déposée de Sony Corporation.
WM-FX269/FX267/FX261/
FX261SP/PSY02
©1998 by Sony Corporation
Printed in Malaysia
Voor de klanten in Nederland (alleen de
FX261SP)
Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd.
Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet
weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.
Listening for many hours at maximum volume may
damage your hearing
SAFETY NOTES ON THE UNIT
WARNING
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
• 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.
• To prevent shock hazards, never open the unit while
it is connected to the power source.
CAUTION
• 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.
• Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow
you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to
the people around you.
SAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCES
To avoid battery leakage, fire, damage, explosion, etc.,
follow the descriptions below.
DANGER
•Do not carry the 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.
Location of parts and controls
(PLAY
TUNING -/+
RADIO ON/OFF
DC IN 3V
BAND
1-5(preset)
NORM/CrO
/METAL•DX/LOCAL
2
or
NORM/CrO
/METAL•ST/FM MONO
2
Playing a tape
1
Set NORM•CrO
/METAL to match the
2
tape type.
NORM CrO
/METAL
2
2
Insert a cassette and press (PLAY.
PLAY
To
Press
Stop playback
p
Fast-forward
) or 0
or rewind the tape
WARNING
• Use only the recommended AC power adaptor (not
supplied). Check also the local voltage to avoid a
short circuit to the AC power adaptor.
• To disconnect the AC power adaptor, only use the
plug and not the cable.
• Do not charge a dry battery.
• Check the ] and } on the batteries, and be sure to
insert them like the illustration in this manual.
CAUTION
• When you are not going to use your Walkman for a
long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for WM-FX269,
WM-FX267, WM-FX261, WM-FX261SP, and WM-
PSY02. Before you start reading, check your model
number. WM-FX269 is the model used for
illustration purposes. Any differences in operation
are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
"FX269/FX267 only".
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/earphones 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.
• (FX261SP only) Keep TV sets, watches, or personal
credit cards using magnetic coding away from the
speaker system to prevent possible damage caused
by the magnets in the speaker system.
• For cleaning the case, use a soft cloth slightly
moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use
alcohol, benzine or thinner.
If you have any questions or problem concerning your
Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
0
)
pSTOP
MEGA BASS
VOLUME
AVLS
2
FX269
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.
Note (FX261SP only)
While listening through the speaker system, set AVLS
to NORM.
To emphasize sound (FX269/FX267/PSY02
only)
To emphasize deep bass sound, set the MEGA
BASS to ON.
Notes
•When you set AVLS to LIMIT(FX269/FX267/PSY02
only):
- the MEGA BASS effect is reduced.
- turn down the volume, if the bass-boosted sound
becomes distorted or unstable.
• Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is
running.
Preparations
To Insert batteries
}
}
]
]
R6 (AA)X2
DC IN 3V
Battery life (approximate hours) (EIAJ*)
Sony alkaline
Sony
LR6 ( SG )
R6P ( SR )
playback
24
7.5
radio
33
13
Using headphones/earphones
* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic
lndustries Association of Japan). (Using a Sony HF
series cassette tape)
Notes
• 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.
• The battery life may shorten depending on the
operation of the unit.
• For maximum performance we recommend that you
use alkaline batteries.
• If the battery compartment lid comes off, attach it as
shown.
2
1
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
• Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area.
Check your local voltage and the shape of plug
before purchasing.
Listening to the radio
1
Press RADIO ON/OFF.
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
FM
1
MHz
FM
2
MHz
FM
3
MHz
AM
kHz
3
Press TUNING –/+ to tune to the station
you want.
TUNING
+
–
FM
1
MHz
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.
When using headphones/earphones
Wear the "L" marked side to the left ear and the
"R" marked side to the right ear.
To use the carrying case (FX269/FX267/
FX261 only)
To use the bumper guard and chain
(PSY02 only)
Note
Use of this chain may cause scratching of the unit in
normal use.
Specifications
• Frequency range
FM: 65-74, 87.5-108 MHz (Eastern Europe)
87.5-108 MHz (Other countries)
AM: 530-1710kHz (North, Central, and South America)
531-1602 kHz (Other countries)
• Power requirements
3V DC batteries R6 (AA) x 2/External DC 3V power sources
• Speaker system (FX261SP only)
Full range, ø 57 mm
Nominal impedance: 8 ohms
Power handling capacity: 0.2 W + 0.2 W (rated)
0.4 W + 0.4 W (maximum)
• Dimensions
Approx. 115 x 90.5 x 34.4 mm (4
5
⁄
x 3
5
⁄
x 1
3
⁄
inches)
8
8
8
(w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls
Speaker system (FX261SP): Approx. 73 x 79 x 54 mm
(w/h/d)(2
7
⁄
x 3
1
⁄
x 2
1
⁄
inches)
8
8
4
• Mass
Approx. 150 g (5.3 oz)
Approx. 230 g (8.2 oz) incl. batteries, and a cassette
Speaker system (FX261SP): Approx. 100 g (3.6 oz.)
(per speaker) not incl. speaker cord
• Supplied accessories
Stereo headphones or earphones (1)
Carrying case (1) (FX269/FX267/FX261 only)
Bumper guard (1) (PSY02 only)
Chain (1) (PSY02 only)
Speaker system (1) (FX261SP only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
To improve broadcast reception
For FM, extend the headphones/earphones cord or
adjust DX/LOCAL or ST/FM MONO.
For AM, reorient the unit itself.
FM
AM
Note
If the broadcast becomes noisy when a cassette with a
metallic shell or label is inserted, remove the cassette.
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 band.
1
Press RADIO ON/OFF.
RADIO
ON/OFF
2
Tune in the desired station by using the
BAND and TUNING – or +.
3
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.
5
4
3
1
2
FM
1
MHz
To play the preset radio stations
Press BAND to select the band, and then press 1-5
buttons to tune in a stored station.
Troubleshooting
The volume is not turned up.
•AVLS is set to LIMIT.
The sound is unstable or no audio.
•Insert two R6 (size AA) 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/
earphones and the memories of all the preset
stations will be canceled. Reset these functions
again.
Poor tape playback quality.
•Clean the headphones/earphones plug.
•Dirty head. Clean the unit with a cotton swab
slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
Listening through the
speakers
(FX261SP only)
Connect the supplied speaker system to the 2 jack
as illustrated.
To adjust the volume, adjust the VOLUME control
on the Walkman.
L
R
VOLUME
2
FX261SP
To place the speakers away
from each other
Note
Be sure to set AVLS to NORM when using the speaker
system.
To carry the speakers
Wind the speaker cord.
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Summary of Contents for Sony Walkman WM-FX261
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Page 1: Troubleshooting
• Do not charge a dry battery. WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. WALKMAN est une marque déposée de Sony Corporation. • Check the ] and } on the batteries, and be sure to WM-FX269/FX267/FX261/ insert them like the illustration in this manual. -
Page 2: Ecoute De La Radio
Ecoute par le casque ou les écouteurs * Valeur mesurée selon les normes EIAJ (Electronic Industries Association of Japan), quand une cassette Sony de la série HF est utilisée. Remarques • Quand les piles sont faibles, le son est instable ou inaudible.