Sony WM-FX373 User Manual

About this manual, Precautions, Preparations

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Battery life (approximate hours) (EIAJ*)

Playback

Radio

Sony Alkaline LR6 (SG)

24 hous

55 hous

Sony R6P (SR)

7.5 hours

18 hours

Rechargeable battery

3.5 hours

12 hours

NC-AA (WM) (Full charge)

* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electric

Industries Association of Japan). (Using a Sony HF
series cassette tape)

Notes

• The BATT indicator dims when the batteries become

weak or exhausted. Replace them with new ones.

• The battery life may shorten depending on the

operation of the unit.

• If the battery compartment lid comes off, attach it as

shown.

To use external power (excluding FX177/
FX173/FX171 for U.S.A., Canada and Europe)

•For house current: Connect AC-E30HG AC power

adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN 3V jack. The
polarity of the plug is as shown.

• Specifications for AC-E30HG varies for each area.

Check your local voltage and the shape of plug before
purchasing.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

OWNER'S RECORD

The model number is located at the front and the
serial number is located inside the cassette holder.
Record the serial number in the space provided
below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.

INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and

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.

SAFETY NOTES ON THE UNIT

WARNING

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the

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
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.

• To prevent shock hazards, never open the unit while

it is connected to the power source.

CAUTION

• 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.

• Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow

you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to
the people around you.

SAFETY NOTES ON POWER SOURCES

To avoid battery leakage, fire, damage, explosion, etc.,
follow the descriptions below.

DANGER

• Do not carry the dry batteries with coins or other

metallic objects. It can generate heat if the positive
and negative terminals of the batteries are
accidentally contacted by a metallic object.

WARNING

• Excluding FX177/FX173/FX171 for U.S.A., Canada

and Europe: Use only the recommended AC power
adaptor (not supplied). Check also the local voltage to
avoid a short circuit to the AC power adaptor.

• Excluding FX177/FX173/FX171 for U.S.A., Canada

and Europe: To disconnect the AC power adaptor,
only use the plug and not the cable .

• Do not charge a dry battery.
• Check the

] and } on the batteries, and be sure to

insert them like the illustration in this manual.

CAUTION

• When you are not going to use your Walkman for a

long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty is valid only in the United States.

3-861-489-11(1)

Radio Cassette Player

Operating Instructions

WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

WM-FX375/FX373/

FX177/FX173/FX171

©1997 by Sony Corporation

Printed in Malaysia

About This
Manual

The instructions in this manual are for WM-
FX375, WM-FX373, WM-FX177, WM-FX173
and WM-FX171. Before you start reading,
check your model number. WM-FX375 is the
model used for illustration purposes. Any
differences in operation are clearly indicated
in the text, for example, “FX375 only”.

Precautions

• 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 in a car with its
windows closed.

• Do not wind the headphones/earphones

cord around the unit. The buttons may be
kept pressed, causing unnecessary battery
usage.

• 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
it up for a few minutes before inserting a
cassette.

• For cleaning the case, use a soft cloth

slightly moistened with mild detergent
solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or
thinner.

If you have any questions or problem
concerning your Walkman, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.

Preparations

To insert batteries

To use with a rechargeable battery
(FX177 only)

Before using, charge the rechargeable battery with the
supplied charger.

Charging time is about 4 hours.
After 4 hours, remove the
batteries.

Open the battery
compartment lid and
insert the
rechargeable battery
after charging.

Notes

• The name plate indicating operating voltage, power

consumption, etc. is located on the bottom exterior of
the charger.

• The battery may become warm during charging.
• Use only the rechargeable battery NC-AA (WM) with

the supplied battery charger.

• If the rechargeable battery is new or it has not been

used for a long time, it may not be charged
completely. (The playing time is shorter.)

• The rechargeable batteries can be charged about 300

times.

•Be sure not to short-circuit the battery. When you carry

it with you, never carry it with other metallic objects
such as keys in your pocket.

polarity of the plug

1

2

DC IN 3V

R6 (AA) X2

To use the belt clip

When Using Headphones/Earphones

Wear the “L” marked side to the left ear and the “R”
marked side to the right ear.

Listening for many hours at maximum volume
may damage your hearing.

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