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Sony Corporation © 1997
Radio Cassette
Player
WM-FX101/103/105
Operating Instructions
WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
Getting Started
Using with Batteries
Insert two AA (R6) batteries in correct polarity.
Notes
•When you are not going to use your Walkman for a long time,
remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage
and corrosion.
•When the sound becomes unstable or cannot be heard, replace
the old batteries with new ones.
Using External Power Sources
You can connect the following external power sources
through the DC IN 3 V jack located on the bottom.
(When you plug a cord into the DC IN 3 V jack, the
internal batteries are automatically bypassed.)
•House current using an AC-E30HG AC power adaptor
Notes
•Use only the recommended AC-E30HG
AC power adaptor (not supplied). Do
not use any other AC power adaptor.
•Specifications for AC-E30HG varies for
each area. Check your local voltage and
the shape of plug before purchasing.
Featuring
AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System)
The AVLS selector allows you to limit the maximum volume of
your Walkman personal stereo without degrading the sound
quality.
•When the AVLS selector is set to either position 1 or 2 (around
95 dB, 85 dB respectively), the volume will be kept at a
moderate level without the degradation of the sound quality,
even if you attempt to turn the volume up higher.
•When the AVLS selector is set to either position 1 or 2, the
playback sound may be distorted or unstable according to the
music (especially bass boosted part). If this happens, turn
down the volume.
•When the AVLS selector is turned off, you will be able to enjoy
the full volume capability of your Walkman personal stereo.
AVLS
OFF 12
AA(R6) x 2
DC IN 3V
FX105
1Insert a cassette.
2Set the FM/AM/TAPE
selector to TAPE.
3Select NORM or
CrO
2/METAL mode to
match the tape type.
4Press PLAY.
Operating the Cassette Player
To wind the tape Press 0 or ).
To adjust the volume Set the VOLUME control.
To stop Press p STOP.
Notes on playing cassettes
•Do not use cassettes longer than 90 minutes except for long
continuous playback.
•If the tape is playing but no sound comes out, the batteries
may be weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
•If your Walkman has not been used for a long time, run the
Walkman for a few minutes before inserting a cassette.
•Do not wind the headphones cord around the Walkman.
The buttons may be kept pressed, causing unnecessary battery
usage.
Using MEGA BASS (FX103/105)
Set the MEGA BASS switch to ON to produce deep and
powerful sound.
And set the HIGH and LOW control to adjust the tone
level. (FX105)
When using MEGA BASS
If the AVLS selector is set to 1 or 2, the MEGA BASS
effect is reduced.
Playing Cassettes
Using DOLBY NR (FX105)
Set the DOLBY NR switch to ON to play Dolby NR
processed tapes.
2
pSTOP
FM/AM/
TAPE
(RADIO OFF)
VOLUME
NORM CrO
2/
METAL
0 )
9PLAY
Cassette holder
FX105
MEGA BASS
DOLBY NR
ON
OFF
HIGH
MIN
MAX
LOW
MIN
MAX
ON
OFF
PLAY
FX105
FX103
ON
OFF
DOLBY NR
NORM
CrO
2
/
TAPE
(RADIO OFF)
AMFM
Polarity of the plug
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