Sony Walkman WM-FX251 Operating Instructions

3-858-914-12(1)
SAFETY NOTES ON THE UNIT
Radio Cassette Player
WARNING
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
Operating Instructions unit to rain or moisture.
• Do not use headphones/earphones while driving,
cycling, or operating a motorized vehicle. It may
create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It
WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
can also be potentially dangerous to play your
WM-FX251
headphones/earphones at high volume while
walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You
should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in
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potentially hazardous situations.
• To prevent shock hazards, never open the unit while
it is connected to the power source.
CAUTION
OWNER'S RECORD
• Do not use headphones/earphones at high volume.
The model number is located at the front and the
Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and
serial number is located inside the cassette holder.
extended play. If you experience a ringing in your
Record the serial number in the space provided ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.
below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your
• Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow
Sony dealer regarding this product.
you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to
Model No. WM-FX251 the people around you.
Serial No.
SAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCES
INFORMATION To avoid battery leakage, fire, damage, explosion, etc.,
follow the descriptions below.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
DANGER
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
• Do not carry dry batteries with coins or other metallic
designed to provide reasonable protection against
objects. It can generate heat if the positive and
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
negative terminals of the batteries are accidentally
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
contacted by a metallic object.
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
WARNING
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
• Use only the Sony AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
supplied).
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
• To disconnect the AC power adaptor, only use the
cause harmful interference to radio or television
plug and not the cable.
reception, which can be determined by turning the
• Do not charge a dry battery.
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
• Check the ] and } on the batteries, and be sure to
to correct the interference by one or more of the
insert them like the illustration in this manual.
following measures:
CAUTION
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • When you are not going to use your Walkman for a
long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
from battery leakage and corrosion.
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.
Precautions

Troubleshooting

• Do not leave the unit in a location near
The volume is not turned up.
heat sources, or in a place subject to direct
• AVLS is set to LIMIT.
sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture,
rain, mechanical shock, or in a car with its
The sound is unstable or no audio.
windows closed.
•Insert two size AA (R6) batteries properly.
• Do not wind the headphones/earphones
•Replace all batteries if they are weak.
cord around the unit. The buttons may be
kept pressed, causing unnecessary battery
The display shows incorrect information
usage.
•The display may show incorrect information or the
• Do not use cassettes longer than 90
preset stations may not be recalled correctly when
minutes except for long continuous
you use the unit for the first time, or when you
playback.
have left the unit without batteries for a long time.
• If the unit has not been used for a long
time, set it in the playback mode to warm In these cases, turn the tape and radio off and then
it up for a few minutes before inserting a
press BAND for about 10 seconds, you will hear a
cassette.
beep sound through the headphones and the
• For cleaning the case, use a soft cloth
memories of all the preset stations will be
slightly moistened with mild detergent
canceled. Reset these functions again.
solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or
thinner. Poor tape playback quality.
•Clean the headphones plug.
If you have any questions or problem
•Dirty heads. Clean them with a cotton swab
concerning your Walkman, please consult
slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
your nearest Sony dealer.
Specifications
• Frequency range
For U area indication:
FM: 87.5-108MHz (0.1MHz 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/External DC 3V
power sources
• Dimensions
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
• Mass
Approx. 150g (5.3 oz)
Approx. 230g (8.2 oz) incl. batteries and a tape
• Supplied accessories
Stereo headphones (1)/Carrying case (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
Preparations
To Insert batteries
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AA(R6)X2
DC IN 3V
Battery life (approximate hours)
Sony alkaline Sony
LR6 ( SG ) R6P ( SR )
playback 22 7
radio 33 13
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.
• 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
To use the carrying case
LIMITED WARRANTY