Sony WM-GX221 Operating Instructions (primary manual) - Page 2
Listening to the Radio, Precautions, Troubleshooting - walkman stereo cassette
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M FF/CUE m REW/REVIEW N PLAY** x STOP z REC AVLS (NORM/LIMIT) ISS NORM/CrO2/METAL• FM ST/MONO (or/ࠇ) DX/LOCAL i MIC (PLUG IN POWER)** FUNCTION (TAPE/RADIO) TUNING PAUSE BAND (FM/AM) SOUND BOOST (OFF/ON) VOL* SPEAKER/i DC IN 3V Tuning indicator REC/BATT indicator 3&$#"55 2x REC TIME (NORM/DOUBLE) Built-in microphone * There is a tactile dot beside VOL on the main unit to show the direction to turn up the volume. **The button/jack has a tactile dot. 70 b b Specifications Frequency range FM: AM: 87.5-108 MHz (Italy and Saudi Arabia) 87.6-108 MHz (North, Central and South America) 87.6-107.9 MHz (Other countries) 526.5-1 606.5 kHz (Italy and Saudi Arabia) 530-1 710 kHz (North, Central and South America) 531-1 602 kHz (Other countries) Frequency response Playback: 40 - 15 000 Hz Recording: 100 - 8 000 Hz (when setting 2x REC TIME to NORM) Input Microphone (MIC) jack Output Power requirements Headphones (i) jack Load impedance 8 - 300 Ω 3 V DC batteries R6 (size AA) × 2 External DC 3V power sources Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 112.0 × 82.5 × 38.0 mm (4 1/2 × 3 1/4 × 1 1/2 inches), excl. projecting parts and controls Mass Approx. 190 g (6.8oz) (main unit only) Supplied accessories Stereo headphones or earphones (1) Stereo microphone (1) Carrying pouch (1)* * Supplied with China model only Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Battery life (Approx. hours) (JEITA*) Sony alkaline LR6(SG)** Sony R6P(SR) (using headphones/earphones) playback 24 7 radio 48 15 mic recording 20 4.5 radio recording 12 3 (using the speakers) playback 15 4.5 radio 26 6 radio recording 11.5 3 * Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) (using a Sony HF series cassette tape). **When using Sony LR6(SG) "STAMINA" alkaline dry batteries (produced in Japan). 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It can generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the batteries are accidentally contacted by a metallic object. • When you are not going to use your Walkman for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from battery leakage and corrosion. On handling • Do not drop the unit or give a shock to the unit, or it may cause a malfunction. • 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 leave it in a car with its windows closed. • 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 up for a few minutes before you start using again. • Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or springwound watches, etc., away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet used in the speaker. 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/C-1KW (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 headphone/earphone and microphone plugs periodically. Troubleshooting No sound comes out from the speakers. • Set SPEAKER/i to SPEAKER. Cannot playback. • Press FUNCTION to TAPE to turn off the radio. The playback speed is too fast/slow. The playback sound is distorted. • Set 2x REC TIME at the same position as when the tape was recorded. • Replace both batteries with new ones. Cannot press z REC down. • If the tab of the tape is broken off, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. The volume cannot be turned up. • Set AVLS to NORM. 1 Ϝ'6/$5*0 3"%*0 b 2 b 3 ࿈ሇ 56 b 6/$5*0 5"1&b b b 45.0/0 ࠇ %9 -0$"-b b b b b Чࠏྶᆩ b a aӖുa߶ ਥ֞a b ၻb b b a b b b b a b b b ົྩྶᆩ 8$,8 b b b a b b b • Ϝ 41&",&3i 41&",&3b ҂ିѬ٢b • ο '6/$5*0 5"1 b b b • Ϝ Y3&$5 b b ҂ିο༯ z 3&$b ।b b • Ϝ "7-4 03.b This warranty is valid only in the United States b