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To Insert battery
Note
When to replace the battery
Replace the battery with a new one when the BATT lamp goes out.
Note
When adjusting the volume on the main unit
Set the VOL control on the remote control at maximum.
When adjusting the volume on the remote control
Set the VOL control on the main unit slightly above the appropriate level.
Operation on the main unit
To | Press |
Switch playback to the other side | REPEAT during playback |
Stop playback | |
Fast forward* | FF during stop |
Rewind* | REW during stop |
Repeat the current track (Repeat Single Track function) | REPEAT one second or more during playback To stop a single repeat, press it again. |
Operation on the remote control
To | Press |
Switch playback to the other side | one second or more during playback |
Stop playback | once during playback |
Fast forward* | FF during stop |
Rewind* | REW during stop |
Repeat the current track (Repeat Single Track function) | twice during playback To stop a single repeat, press once. |
Other Tape Operations
To | Press |
Play the next track/ succeeding 9 tracks from the beginning (AMS**) | FF once/repeatedly during playback |
Play the current track/ previous 8 tracks from the beginning (AMS**) | REW once/ repeatedly during playback |
Play the other side from the beginning (Skip Reverse function) | FF one second or more during stop |
Play the same side from the beginning (Rewind Auto Play function) | REW one second or more during stop |
* If on the remote control is pressed during fast forward or rewind, the Walkman switches to playback.
** Automatic Music Sensor
Adjusting playback mode
While holding down FUNCTION, press the FF button. The BL SKIP/ lamp will light as long as FUNCTION is pressed.
Both sides of the tape is played repeatedly ( mode), and the tape are fast-forwarded to the next track if there is a blank space. To cancel the BL SKIP/ mode, hold down FUNCTION and then press FF. The BL SKIP/ lamp goes out. Both sides of the tape are played once (if you start from the reverse side (opposite to the lid), only that side will be played).
To play a tape recorded with Dolby* B NR system
While holding down FUNCTION, press .
NR lamp will light as long as FUNCTION is pressed. To cancel the Dolby function, hold down FUNCTION and then press . Then the NR lamp goes out.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Protecting Your Hearing (AVLS)
When AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) is turned on, the maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears. While holding down FUNCTION, press REW. The AVLS lamp will light as long as FUNCTION is pressed. To cancel the AVLS, while holding down FUNCTION, press REW. The AVLS lamp goes out.
Notes on FUNCTION
Emphasizing Bass
Press SOUND. Each time you press the button, the SOUND mode changes as below.
Notes
Locking the controls — HOLD Function
Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow to lock the controls.
On batteries
On handling
On the remote control
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 to a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.
On maintenance
To clean the tape head and path Use the cleaning cassette CHK-1W (not supplied) every 10 hours of use. Use only the recommended cleaning cassette.
To clean the exterior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner. Clean the headphones/earphones and remote control plugs periodically.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Battery life (Approx. hours) | (EIAJ*) | |
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG) | ||
Tape playback | 35 |
* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic Industries Association of Japan). (Using a Sony HF series cassette tape)
Note
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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