Sony WM-GX320 User Manual

p STOP

) or 0

DIR

MODE to 

Å

MODE to 

a

* When the tape ends, the depressed button 

( PLAY

is released automatically (Auto shut-off function).

• Check tape direction and choose 

) or 0

accordingly.

• If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or

rewound, the batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be
sure to press 

p.

To use the speakers (GX322 only)
Set 

2/SPEAKER to SPEAKER. The sound will play

from the speakers and no sound from the
headphones/earphones. When the speakers are in
use, the AVLS and MEGA BASS function will not
operate.

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 cancel the AVLS function, set AVLS to NORM.

7

16

3.5

3

22

48

11

10

0

(

)

PAUSE
p

MEGA BASS
2

r

2

LOCAL

FM

  DX

MONO

FM

  ST

}

]

}

]

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• Use only the Sony AC-E30HG AC power adaptor

(not supplied).

• 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 by matching the 

] and } on the battery

to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

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

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

The instructions in this manual are for WM-GX322 and
WM-GX320. Before you start reading, check your
model number. WM-GX322 is the model used for
illustration purposes. Any differences in operation are
clearly indicated in the text, for example, “GX322
only”.

• 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 or recording.

• To prevent accidental recording, break off the

cassette tab from side A or B.  If you want to reuse
the cassette for recording, cover the broken tab with
adhesive tape.

• 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.

Battery life (approximate hours) (EIAJ*)

playback

radio

mic recording

radio recording

Using headphones/earphones

* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic

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

• The BATTERY 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.

• For maximum performance we recommend that you

use alkaline batteries.

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

shown.

O

P

E

N

1

2

• For house current: Connect AC-E30HG AC power

adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN 3V jack.

• Specifications for AC-E30HG varies for each area.

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

FM: 87.6-108 MHz (North, Central and South America)

87.5-108 MHz (Italy and Saudi Arabia)
65.0-107.9 MHz (Eastern Europe)
87.6-107.9 MHz (Other countries)

AM: 530-1,710 kHz (North, Central and South America)

526.5-1,606.5 kHz (Italy and Saudi Arabia)
531-1,602 kHz (Other countries)

3V DC batteries R6 (AA)  x 2/External DC 3V power sources

Speaker: 110 mW + 110 mW (GX322 only)
Headphones: 5 mW + 5 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)

WM-GX322: 116 x 89 x 39 mm  (4 

5

⁄

8

 x 3 

5

⁄

8

 x 1 

9

⁄

16 

inches)

(w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls

WM-GX320: 116 x 89 x 39.5 mm (4 

5

⁄

8

 x 3 

5

⁄

8

 x 1 

9

⁄

16 

inches)

(w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls

WM-GX322: Approx.  190 g (6.8 oz)

Approx.  265 g (9.4 oz) incl. batteries and a cassette

WM-GX320: Approx.  175 g (6.2 oz)

Approx.  250 g (8.9 oz) incl. batteries and a cassette

Stereo headphones or earphones (1)/Carrying case (1)/Stereo
microphone (1)/Microphone stand (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

The sound is unstable or no audio.
•Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries properly.
•Replace all batteries if they are weak.

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

cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning
fluid or alcohol.

The volume is not turned up.
•AVLS is set to LIMIT.

Set the FUNCTION to TAPE(RADIO
OFF).

FUNCTION

TAPE

(RADIO OFF)

FM

AM

Set PB EQ (playback equalizer) to match
the tape type.

CrO

2

/METAL

PB EQ

  

NORM

Insert a cassette and press 

( PLAY.

   

PLAY

• To switch the playback side, set DIR to 

9 or (.

• To select  the direction of the tape, set MODE to 

Å

to play both sides of the tape once, or 

a to play

both sides repeatedly.

• To emphasize deep bass sound, set MEGA BASS to

MAX or MID.

• When you set AVLS to LIMIT;

- the MEGA BASS effect is reduced.
- turn down the volume, if the bass-boosted sound

becomes distorted or unstable.

• Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is

running.

Adjusting the Playback speed
You can choose from approximately +25% to –20%
playback speed.

Turn SPEED CONTROL to the left (slows down) or
to the right (speeds up). To put back to the normal
speed turn SPEED CONTROL to the middle.

to the – direction

to the + direction

to the middle

• You cannot change the recording speed by the SPEED

CONTROL.

Slow speed

Fast speed

Normal speed

Stop playback*

Fast-forward
or rewind the tape**

Change sides

Play both sides once

Play both sides
repeatedly

To stop recording
Press 

p STOP.

To record on the reverse side
Turn over the tape after recording stops on the
forward side. The recording function works only on
the forward side.

• To reduce noise while recording AM programs, set

ISS to the position that most decreases the noise.

• Adjusting the volume or setting MEGA BASS and

AVLS will not affect the recording level.  These
controls will change the sound level you hear.

• Do not use a CrO

2

 (TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape

for recording.

• When recording with the microphone, do not place it

near a lamp cord or a fluorescent lamp to avoid
interference noise.

• If a howling occurs, turn down the volume.
• When recording with the microphone, the sound to

be recorded cannot be heard through the speakers.
(GX322)

Since the headphone cord serves as an FM antenna,
connect the headphones/earphones even when
using the speakers. (GX322)

Set FUNCTION to AM or FM.

FUNCTION

TAPE

(RADIO OFF)

FM

AM

Tune to the station you want.

    

TUNING

To turn off the radio
Set FUNCTION to TAPE(RADIO OFF).

To improve broadcast reception
For FM, extend the headphones/earphones cord or
adjust FM ST/MONO or FM DX/LOCAL.
For AM, reorient the unit itself.

If the broadcast becomes noisy when a cassette with a
metallic shell or label is inserted, remove the cassette.

Insert a TYPE I (normal) tape with the
side you want to record facing forward.

Set DIR to 

(.

When DIR is set to 

9, you cannot press

r REC.

DIR

To record from the radio
Set FUNCTION to AM or FM.

FUNCTION

TAPE

(RADIO OFF)

FM

AM

To record from the microphone
Set FUNCTION to TAPE (RADIO OFF).

FUNCTION

TAPE

(RADIO OFF)

FM

AM

To record from the radio
Tune to the station you want.
To record from the microphone
Connect the supplied microphone to
MIC(PLUG IN POWER) jack.

Press 

r REC.

The recording level is automatically adjusted.

REC

To pause a recording
Set PAUSE to the direction of the arrow during
recording, the recording will pause. To record, set
PAUSE to the opposite direction of the arrow.

PAUSE