Sony WM-FX269 User Manual

Press RADIO ON/OFF.

Press BAND to select the band (FM1,
FM2, FM3 or AM).

Each time you press the button, the display
changes.

Press TUNING –/+ to tune to the station
you want.

To turn off the radio
Press RADIO ON/OFF.

To tune the station quickly
Hold down TUNING –/+ in step 3. The frequency
digits change quickly. When you release the
button, the frequency digits change slowly. When
the desired frequency digits appear, press TUNING
–/+ again.

0

p

2

(

)

playback

24

7.5

radio

33

13

Using headphones/earphones

* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic

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

Notes
• When the batteries become weak, the sound will be

unstable or cannot be heard. In such case, replace
both batteries.

• When replacing batteries, replace both batteries

within 30 minutes; otherwise all the memories will
be canceled.

• 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.

To use external power
• For house current: Connect AC-E30HG AC power

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

• Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area.

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

Listening for many hours at maximum volume may
damage your hearing

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 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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

• (FX261SP only) Keep TV sets, watches, or personal

credit cards using magnetic coding away from the
speaker system to prevent possible damage caused
by the magnets in the speaker system.

• 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.

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.

Note (FX261SP only)
While listening through the speaker system, set AVLS
to NORM.

To emphasize sound (FX269/FX267/PSY02
only)
To emphasize deep bass sound, set the MEGA
BASS to ON.

Notes
•When you set AVLS to LIMIT(FX269/FX267/PSY02

only):
- 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.

NORM CrO

2

/METAL

PLAY

RADIO 

ON/OFF

BAND

TUNING

+

–

WARNING
• Use only the recommended AC power adaptor (not

supplied).  Check also the local voltage to avoid a
short circuit to the AC power adaptor.

• 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.

The instructions in this manual are for WM-FX269,
WM-FX267, WM-FX261, WM-FX261SP, and WM-
PSY02. Before you start reading, check your model
number. WM-FX269 is the model used for
illustration purposes. Any differences in operation
are clearly indicated in the text, for example,
“FX269/FX267 only”.

1

2

Connect the supplied speaker system to the 

2 jack

as illustrated.
To adjust the volume, adjust the VOLUME control
on the Walkman.

Note
Be sure to set AVLS to NORM when using the speaker
system.

To carry the speakers
Wind the speaker cord.

2

Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi (au dos)

©1998 by Sony Corporation      Printed in Malaysia

WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
WALKMAN est une marque déposée de Sony Corporation.

3-861-492-25(1)

Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd.
Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet
weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.

Set NORM•CrO

2

/METAL to match the

tape type.

Insert a cassette and press 

(PLAY.

Stop playback

p

Fast-forward

) or 0

or rewind the tape

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

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

You can store radio stations into the unit’s
memory.
You can preset up to 20 radio stations, 5 for each
FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM band.

Press RADIO ON/OFF.

Tune in the desired station by using the
BAND and TUNING – or +.

Press a preset number (1-5) for 2 seconds,
the displayed frequency will flash with a
beep sound and the station is stored.

If a station is already stored, the new station
replaces the old one.

To play the preset radio stations
Press BAND to select the band, and then press 1-5
buttons to tune in a stored station.

5

1

2

3

4

RADIO 

ON/OFF

LOCAL

DX

FM MONO

ST

]

}

}

]

When using headphones/earphones
Wear the “L” marked side to the left ear and the
“R” marked side to the right ear.

Note
Use of this chain may cause scratching of the unit in
normal use.

FM: 65-74, 87.5-108 MHz (Eastern Europe)

87.5-108 MHz (Other countries)

AM: 530-1710kHz (North, Central, and South America)

531-1602 kHz  (Other countries)

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

Full range, ø 57 mm
Nominal impedance: 8 ohms
Power handling capacity: 0.2 W + 0.2 W (rated)

0.4 W + 0.4 W (maximum)

Approx. 115 x 90.5 x 34.4 mm (4 

5

⁄

8

 x 3 

5

⁄

8

 x 1 

3

⁄

8

 inches)

(w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls
Speaker system (FX261SP): Approx. 73 x 79 x 54 mm
(w/h/d)(2 

7

⁄

8

 x 3 

1

⁄

8

 x 2 

1

⁄

4

 inches)

Approx.  150 g (5.3 oz)
Approx.  230 g (8.2 oz) incl. batteries, and a cassette
Speaker system (FX261SP): Approx. 100 g (3.6 oz.)
(per speaker) not incl. speaker cord

Stereo headphones or earphones (1)
Carrying case (1) (FX269/FX267/FX261 only)
Bumper guard (1) (PSY02 only)
Chain (1) (PSY02 only)
Speaker system (1) (FX261SP only)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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

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

The display shows incorrect information.
•The display may show incorrect information or

the preset stations may not be recalled correctly
when you use the unit for the first time, or when
you have left the unit without batteries for a long
time. In these cases, turn the tape and radio off
and then press BAND for about 10 seconds, you
will hear a beep sound through the headphones/
earphones and the memories of all the preset
stations will be canceled. Reset these functions
again.

Poor tape playback quality.
•Clean the headphones/earphones plug.
•Dirty head.  Clean the unit with a cotton swab

slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.