English
To
Press/switch
Preparations
Pause a recording
PAUSE
To Insert batteries A-A
Stop recording
x STOP
Slide open the battery compartment lid, and insert
Start recording during z REC during playback
two size AA (R6) dry batteries with correct polarity.
playback
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT
To reduce noise while recording AM
indicator dims. A-B
programs
Note
Set the ISS (Interference Suppress Switch) to the
For maximum performance we recommend that you use
position that reduces noise the most.
Sony alkaline batteries.
Notes on recording
To attach the battery compartment lid if it
• The recording level is fixed.
is accidentally detached
• Actual recording will start about 2 seconds after you
Attach it as illustrated. A-C
press z REC. Press z REC about 2 seconds before the
moment you want to start recording, or you will miss
To use external power
the beginning of your recording.
Connect the AC power adaptor
• Do not use a high-position (TYPE II) or metal (TYPE
IV) tape. If you do, the sound may be distorted when
AC-E30HG (not supplied) to
you play back the tape, or the previous recording may
the DC IN 3 V jack and to the
not be erased completely.
wall outlet. Do not use any
• Do not connect or disconnect the headphones/
Polarity of the plug
other AC power adaptor.
earphones to/from the i jack while recording from
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area.
the radio. The recording condition may change
Check your local voltage and the shape of the plug
abruptly, or noise may be recorded.
before purchasing.
• When recording with the microphone, do not place it
near a lamp cord or a fluorescent lamp as this may
Notes
cause interference noise.
• Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible
• No other operation can be done while recording. For
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC
other operations, stop recording first.
power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet
To prevent a tape from being accidentally
immediately.
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.
recorded over
Break off the tabs from side A and/or B. To reuse the
tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive
Playing a Tape
tape.
1 Insert a cassette.
Recording from various sound sources
2 Set (RADIO OFF) TAPE/AM/FM to
To record with an external microphone
(RADIO OFF) TAPE.
Connect an external microphone to the MIC (PLUG
3 Press NPLAY.
IN POWER) jack.
To
Press/switch
Use a microphone such as the ECM-DS70P (not
supplied).
Stop playback*
xSTOP
When using a plug-in-power system microphone,
Fast-forward or
MFF/CUE or mREW/
the power to the microphone is supplied from this
rewind the tape**
REVIEW during stop
unit.
Search forward
Press and hold M FF/CUE and
To record from another equipment
during playback
release it at the point you want
(CUE)
Connect another equipment to the MIC (PLUG IN
POWER) jack using such as the RK-G134 connecting
Search backward
Press and hold mREW/
cord (not supplied).
during playback
REVIEW and release it at the
(REVIEW)
point you want
Pause playback
PAUSE in the direction of the
Using Other Functions
arrow
To release pause, slide PAUSE
(Only when using headphones/earphones)
to the opposite direction of the
arrow.
Protecting your hearing—AVLS
(Automatic Volume Limiter System)
* When the tape ends, the depressed button NPLAY is
released automatically (Auto shut-off function).
Set AVLS to LIMIT. The maximum volume is kept
** If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or
down to protect your ears even if you turn the
rewound, the batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be
volume up.
sure to press xSTOP.
To cancel the AVLS function, set AVLS to NORM.
Note
Listening with powerful sound
Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running.
To use the speaker
Set SOUND BOOST to ON to obtain the Sound Boost
effect which emphasizes both treble and bass.
Set SPEAKER/i to SPEAKER. The sound will play
from the speaker and no sound from the
Note
headphones/earphones. When the speaker is in use,
When you set AVLS to LIMIT, the SOUND BOOST
the AVLS function will not work.
effect is reduced.
Listening to the Radio
Precautions
Since the headphones/earphones cord serves as an
On batteries
FM antenna, connect the headphones/earphones
• Do not carry dry batteries with coins or other metallic objects.
even when using the speaker.
It can generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the
batteries are accidentally contacted by a metallic object.
1 Set (RADIO OFF) TAPE/AM/FM to AM or
• When you are not going to use your Walkman for a long time,
FM.
remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage
and corrosion.
2 Turn TUNING to tune in to the station you
On handling
want.
• Do not put any heavy object on top of the unit. The unit may be
To turn off the radio
damaged.
Set (RADIO OFF) TAPE/AM/FM to (RADIO OFF)
• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand,
TAPE.
moisture, rain, mechanical shock, or in a car with its windows
To improve broadcast reception
B
closed.
• We do not recommend the use of tape longer than 90 minutes.
•For FM: Extend the headphones/earphones cord
They are very thin and tend to be stretched easily. This may
(antenna). If the reception is still not good, adjust
cause malfunction of the unit or sound deterioration.
• If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the
FM ST/MONO or DX/LOCAL.
playback mode to warm it up for a few minutes before you
•For AM: Reorient the unit itself.
start using it again.
• Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-
wound watches, etc., away from the unit to prevent possible
Recording
damage from the magnet used in the speaker.
On headphones/earphones
Notes
Road safety
• If the record-protect tab is broken, you cannot record
on that side.
Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or
• Use new batteries when recording.
operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard
and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous
• If a howling occurs, turn down the volume.
to play your headphones/earphones at high volume while
• When recording with the microphone, the sound to be
walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
recorded cannot be heard through the speaker.
You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.
1 Insert a TYPE I (normal) tape.
Preventing hearing damage
2 To record with the built-in microphone:
Do not use headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing
1 Place the unit on a hard surface (such as
experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If
a desk) with the cassette holder side
you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or
down, so that the microphone can record
discontinue use.
effectively.
Caring for others
2 Set (RADIO OFF) TAPE/AM/FM to
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear
(RADIO OFF) TAPE.
outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.
To record from the radio:
On maintenance
1 Set (RADIO OFF) TAPE/AM/FM to AM
• Clean the tape head and tape path using a cotton swab and
or FM.
commercially available cleaning solvent after every 10 hours of
2 Tune in to the station you want to record
use.
• To clean the exterior, use a soft cloth slightly moistened in
(see “Listening to the Radio”).
water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
3 Press z REC.
• Clean the headphones/earphones plugs periodically.
NPLAY is pressed simultaneously and
recording starts. The recording level is
automatically adjusted.