Sony WM-EX615 User Manual

Cassette player, Warning

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3-222-185-11(1)

Cassette Player

Sony Corporation ©2000 Printed in Malaysia

WM-EX615/EX610

Operating instructions

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WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

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B

C

A

BATT

UK, Australian, and
Hong Kong model

Other models

English

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.

Preparations

Prepare a dry battey (not supplied) or the
rechargeable battery (supplied).

Dry Battery

A

Attach the supplied battery case, and then insert one
R6 (size AA) battery with correct polarity.

Note
• For maximum performance we recommend that you

use a Sony alkaline battery.

Rechargeable Battery

B

1 Insert the supplied rechargeable battery (NC-

6WM) into the charger with correct polarity.

2 Plug in the charger to the house current (mains).

UK, Australian, and Hong Kong model: Full
charging takes about 3.5 hours.
“Sony World Model”: Full charging takes about 1
hour.
If the plug does not fit your mains, attach the
supplied AC plug adaptor.
U.S.A., Canada, European Continent and Saudi
Arabian model:
Full charging takes about 2.5
hours.
Korean model: The full charging time depends on
the voltage of your mains.
110 V: 10 hours
220 V: 2.5 hours
Other models: The full charging time depends on
the voltage of your mains.
120 V: 10 hours
220 – 240V: 2.5 hours
If the plug does not fit to your mains, attach the
supplied AC plug adaptor (excluding Chinese
model).

3 Insert the fully charged battery into the

rechargeable battery compartment.

You can charge the battery about 300 times.

When to replace/charge the battery C
Replace or charge the battery when “e” flashes in
the display on the remote control and the BATT lamp
on the main unit goes out.

Note
• After the battery is replaced, the setting of the

SOUND and MODE buttons will be erased.

Playing a Tape

1 Insert a cassette and if the HOLD function is

on, slide the HOLD switch in the opposite
direction of the arrow to unlock the controls.

2 Press Y(play)•x(stop) on the remote

control and adjust the volume with VOL.
(On the main unit, press Y•REPEAT.)

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 to around 6.

Operation on the remote control

To

Switch playback to the
other side

Stop playback

Fast forward*

Rewind*

Repeat the current track
(Repeat Single Track
function)

Operation on the main unit

To

Switch playback to the
other side

Stop playback

Fast forward*

Rewind*

Repeat the current track
(Repeat Single Track
function)

* If Y•x on the remote control is pressed during fast

forward or rewind, the Walkman switches to
playback.

Precautions

For the customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES

Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can
help preserve our environment by returning your
unwanted batteries to your nearest point for
collection, recycling or proper disposal.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-
cadmium batteries in household or business trash
may be prohibited.

RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) advises you
about spent battery collection by the following phone number.
Call toll free number: 1-800-822-8837 (United States and
Canada only)
Caution:
Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel-cadmium
batteries.

On rechargeable battery and
charger

• Remove the charger unit from the wall outlet as soon as

possible after the rechargeable battery has been charged.
Overcharging may damage the rechargeable battery.

• The battery charger and the rechargeable battery may become

warm during charging, but this is not a problem.

• Do not tear off the film on the rechargeable battery.
• Use only the supplied battery charger to charge the supplied

rechargeable battery.

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

you, use the supplied carrying case. If you are not using the
case, do not carry the battery with other metallic objects such as
keys rings in your pocket.

• If the rechargeable battery is new or has not been used for a

long time, it may not be charged completely until you use it
several times.

• The nameplate indicating the operating voltage, power

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

On batteries

• Do not charge a dry battery.
• Do not carry the dry or rechargeable 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.

• When you do not use the Walkman for a long time, remove the

battery to avoid any damage caused by battery leakage and
subsequent corrosion.

On handling

• 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.

• The LCD display may become hard to see or slow down when

using the unit at high temperatures (above 40˚C/104

°

F) or at

low temperatures (below 0˚C/32

°

F). At room temperature, the

display will return to its normal operating condition.

• Do not use cassettes longer than 90 minutes except for long

continuous playback.

• If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the playback

mode to warm up for a few minutes before you start using
again.

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 and
battery case terminals (both inside and outside) periodically.

Other tape operations
Use the FF/REW buttons on the remote control, or
FF•CUE (AMS)/REW•REVIEW(AMS) on the main
unit.

To

Fast forward while
listening to the sound
(CUE)

Rewind while listening
to the sound (REVIEW)

Play the next track/
succeeding 9 tracks
from the beginning
(AMS*)

Play the current track/
previous 8 tracks from
the beginning (AMS*)

Play the other side from
the beginning (Skip
Reverse function)

Play the same side from
the beginning (Rewind
Auto Play function)

* Automatic Music Sensor

Using Other Functions

Adjusting Playback Mode

You can adjust the playback direction mode (s or
d

) as well as the BL SKIP mode (on or off).

1 Press MODE repeatedly. With each press the

indications change as follows:

s

v

s

BL SKIP

v

d

v

d

BL SKIP

• When “BL SKIP” is displayed, the tape is fast-

forwarded to the next track if there is a blank
space of longer than 12 seconds. You will hear
repeated sets of three short beeps when skipping a
blank.

• When “s” is displayed, both sides of the tape is

played repeatedly.

• When “d” is displayed, both sides of the tape is

played once (if you start from R (REV) side, only
REV side will be played).

Note
• You cannot adjust the playback mode during fast-

forward or rewind.

Playing a Tape Recorded with the
Dolby* B NR System

Hold down SOUND until “;” appears in the
display.
To cancel Dolby B NR, hold down SOUND again
until “;” disappears.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.

Note
• You cannot turn on/off the Dolby B NR function

during fast-forward or rewind.

Emphasizing Sound

1 Press SOUND repeatedly. With each press, the

indications change as follows:
RV (Sound Revitalizer): emphasizes treble sound
MB (Mega Bass): emphasizes bass sound

(moderate effect)

GRV (Groove): emphasizes bass sound

(strong effect)

none: normal (no effect)

Notes
• If the sound is distorted with the mode “GRV”, turn

down the volume of the main unit or select other
modes.

• You cannot change the mode during fast-forward or

rewind.

Protecting Your Hearing — AVLS
(Automatic Volume Limiter System)

Hold down MODE until “AVLS” appears in the
display.
To cancel the AVLS function, hold down MODE
again until “AVLS” disappears.

Note
• You cannot turn on/off the AVLS function during fast-

forward or rewind.

Locking the Controls
— HOLD Function

Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow
to lock the controls of the Walkman or the remote
control.

Specifications

Frequency response (Dolby NR off)

Playback: 30 - 18 000 Hz

Output

Headphones (i jack)
Load impedance 8 - 300

Power requirements

1.5 V
Rechargeable battery
One R6 (size AA) battery

Dimensions (w/h/d)

Approx. 77.1

Ч

108.6

Ч

20.6 mm (3

1

8

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4

3

8

Ч

13

16

inches)

Mass

Approx. 160 g (5.7 oz)

Supplied accessories
• Battery case (1)
• Stereo headphones or earphones with remote control (1)
• Battery charger (1)
• Rechargeable battery (NC-6WM, 1.2 V, 600 mAh, Ni-Cd) (1)
• Carrying pouch (1)
• Rechargeable battery carrying case (1)
• AC plug adaptor (1)

(Except for U.S.A., Canada, European, Saudi Arabian,
Chinese, Australian, Korean, and Hong Kong model)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Press

Y

•REPEAT during

playback

x

FF•CUE during stop

REW•REVIEW during stop

Y

•REPEAT for 2 seconds

or more during playback
To stop a single repeat, press it
again.

Press

Y

•x for more than a

second during playback

Y

•x once during

playback

FF during stop

REW during stop

Y

•x twice during

playback
To stop a single repeat, press
Y

•x once

Press

Press and hold FF during
playback and release it at
the point you want.

Press and hold REW during
playback and release it at
the point you want.

FF once/repeatedly during
playback

REW once/repeatedly
during playback

FF for 2 seconds or more
during stop

REW for 2 seconds or more
during stop

Owner’s Record

The model number is located at the front and the serial
number is located inside the tape holder. Record these
numbers in the spaces 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.

For the customers in the United States

This warranty is valid only in the United States.

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Battery life (Approx. hours) (in playback)

(EIAJ*)

Rechargeable NC-6WM fully charged

16

Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)**

44

Rechargeable NC-6WM

60

Sony alkaline LR6 (SG) used together

* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic

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

**When using a Sony LR6(SG) Sony “STAMINA” alkaline dry

battery (produced in Japan).

Note
• The battery life may be shorter depending on the

operating condition, the surrounding temperature
and battery type.

1

2

3

4

EX615

EX610

BATT

B

EX610

x

FF•CUE

REW•REVIEW

HOLD

VOL

BATT

Y

•REPEAT

OPEN

i

i

Y

x

VOL

HOLD

FF (+)

EX615

x

FF•CUE (AMS)

HOLD

VOL

BATT

Y

•REPEAT

OPEN

REW•REVIEW (AMS)

SOUND

MODE

Plug in firmly.

REV

FWD

REW (–)

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