Sony WM-FX193 Manual

MONO   ST

FM MODE

FM MODE

LOCAL   DX

3-867-998-24(1)

Sony Corporation ©1999   Printed in China

Operating instructions
Manual de instrucciones 

(cara inversa)

Manual de instruções 

(verso)

“WALKMAN” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

FM: 87.5-108 MHz (Saudi Arabia)

87.6-108 MHz (North, Central and South America)
87.6-107.9 MHz (Other countries)

AM: 526.5-1606.5 kHz (Saudi Arabia)

530-1710 kHz (North, Central and South America)
531-1602 kHz (Other countries)

– 3V DC batteries R6 (AA) x 2
– External DC 3 V power sources (excluding models for

North, Central and South America)

89.1 x 117.7 x 35.5 mm (3 

5

⁄

8

 

×

 4 

3

⁄

4

 

×

 1 

7

⁄

16

 inches) (w/h/d)

incl. projecting parts and controls

Approx. 140 g (5.0 oz)/Approx. 220 g (7.8 oz) incl. batteries

and a cassette

Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1)/Belt clip (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.

Please register this product on line at
www.sony.com/productregistration.
<http://www.sony.com/productregistration>

Proper registration will enable us to send you
periodic mailings about new products, services, and
other important announcements. Registering your
product will also allow us to contact you in the
unlikely event that the product needs adjustment or
modification. Thank you.

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

This device complied 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.

A

Note
• The BATT indicator dims when the batteries become

weak or exhausted. Replace them with new ones.

Connect the AC power adaptor AC-E30HG (not
supplied) to the DC IN 3 V jack and to the mains, Do
not use any other AC power adaptor.
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area. Check
your local voltage and the shape of the plug before
purchasing.

1 Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to TAPE

(RADIO OFF).

2 Press nPLAY.

Stop playback

x

 (stop)

Wind rapidly*

M

 or m

* Be sure to press x (stop) after the tape has been

wound or rewound.

To limit the maximum volume
automatically
Set AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to
LIMIT. The maximum volume is kept down to
protect your ears, even if you turn the volume up.

To emphasize sound
Set the MEGA BASS/OFF switch to MEGA BASS to
produce deep and powerful sound (FX195 only).

Note
• Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is

running.

1 Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to AM or

FM.

2 Turn TUNING to tune to the station you

want.

To turn off the radio
Set FM/AM/TAPE (RADIO OFF) to TAPE (RADIO
OFF).

To improve broadcast reception B
For FM, extend the headphones/earphones cord
(antenna) or adjust FM MODE.
For AM, reorient the unit itself.

B

The volume cannot be turned up.
•AVLS is set to LIMIT.

Poor tape playback quality.
•Clean the headphones/earphones plug.
•Dirty head. Clean the head and tape path with a

cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid
or alcohol.

• Do not carry 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.

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

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

• 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 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.

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.

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.

For the customers not in Europe
The CE mark on the unit is valid only for products marketed in
the European Union.

A

(JEITA*)

playback

25

7.5

radio

55

18

* Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics

and Information Technology Industries Association).
(Using a Sony HF series cassette tape)

• The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of

the unit.

The C-Tick mark on the Walkman is
valid only for the products marketed in
Australia.

n

M

m

i

x