SONY WM-FS422ST
Owner's Manual

3-229-657-13 (1)
English

Radio Cassette Player
Operating instructions Manual de instrucciones (inverso)

WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. WALKMAN es marca registrada de Sony Corporation.

For the customers in the U.S.A. OWNER�S RECORD
The model number is located at the rear and the serial number is located inside the cassette holder. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. _________________ Serial No.___________________

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The C-Tick mark on the Walkman is valid only for the products marketed in Australia. La marca C-Tick del Walkman es válida solamente para los productos comercializados en Australia.

Stop playback* Wind rapidly**

Press

x M or m

On headphones/earphones

Using Other Functions
Turn the HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow

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.

Locking the controls

* Playback will switch automatically to the opposite side when the tape reaches the end of the side (FS422ST/ FS421 only). **If you leave the Walkman after the tape has been wound or rewound, the batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to press x. Note � Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running.

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.

to lock the controls. The hold function only locks the radio operation buttons, MENU button and SET button.

Emphasizing bass sound

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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.

Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to MB in the display. Then, press SET to turn MB (mega bass) on. With each press, the indications change as follows. MB (mega bass) : emphasizes bass sound No message: off (normal)
Notes � If the sound is distorted with the mode �MB�, turn down the volume or select normal mode. � Bass emphasis may not show great effect if the volume is turned up too high.

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.

To select the tape direction
Switch Y to select the desired direction.

On maintenance
� To clean the tape head and path, Use the cleaning cassette CHK-1W/C-1KW (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 plugs periodically.

Listening to the Radio
1 If the HOLD function is on, turn the HOLD switch in the opposite direction of the arrow to unlock the controls. Make sure that the tape has stopped completely. 2 Press TV, WB (Weather), FM or AM to select the desired band and to turn on the radio. 3 Press TUNING +/� to tune in to the desired station. Hold down TUNING +/� for a few seconds to scan for stations.

WM-FS422ST/FS421/FS221
Sony Corporation ©2001 Printed in Malaysia

Protecting Your Hearing � AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System)
D Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to AVLS in the display. Then press SET to show �AVLS�. The maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears.

Troubleshooting
The display shows incorrect information.
� The batteries are weak. Replace the batteries with new ones.

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The display and the operation are not normal.
� Remove the batteries for 30 seconds or more, and then insert them again. If this does not solve the problem, remove the batteries and leave the unit without batteries for 30 minutes or more, and then insert them again. In this case, preset the stations again, since the preset stations are erased from the memory.

If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Direct Response Center 1-(800)-222-7669 or write to: Sony Direct Response Center 12451 Gateway Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33913

Precautions
On batteries
� 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 the Walkman for a long time, remove the battery to avoid any damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent corrosion.

To turn off the radio
Press OFF.

Declaration of Conformity

The cassette holder cannot be opened.
� Open the rubber cap, then open the cassette holder. When the cassette holder opens, remember to close the rubber cap to prevent intrusion of water.

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Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone No.:

SONY WM-FS421/FS221 Sony Electronics Inc. 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 USA 201-930-6972

To improve the broadcast reception
�For TV/WB/FM: Extend the headphones/ earphones cord (antenna). If the reception is still not good, press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor in the display to FM MODE. Then press SET to switch between �LOCAL� and none (DX) for best reception. D �For AM: Reorient the unit itself.

The sound is distorted.
� Set the Y switch firmly to the correct position (FS422ST/ FS421 only).

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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. � Do not use cassettes longer than 90 minutes except for long continuous playback. � 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. � 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 you start using again.

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.

Specifications
� Frequency range TV: 2 - 13 ch WB (Weather): 1 - 7 ch FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz (North, Central and South America) 531 - 1 602 kHz (Other countries) � Power requirements 3 V DC batteries size AA (R6) � 2 � Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 107.3 � 123.3 � 51.5 mm (4 1�4 � 4 7�8 � 2 1�8 inches), excluding projecting parts and controls � Mass Approx. 282 g (10.0 oz) (main unit only) � Supplied accessories Stereo headphones or earphones (1) Belt clip (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Preparations
To use the carrying belt
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Ajust it as illustrated. A

Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset up to 40 radio stations, 7 for TV, 4 for WB, 24 for FM and 5 for AM, .

To insert batteries

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Presetting Automatically Scanned Stations
1 Press TV, WB (Weather), FM or AM. 2 Press ENTER for more than 3 seconds. Preset number 1 will flash in the display and the Walkman starts scanning the stations from the lower frequencies and stops for about 3 seconds when a station is received. 3 If you wish to preset the received station, press ENTER while the preset number is flashing. The received station is preset on preset number 1 and the unit starts scanning for the next receivable station. 4 Repeat Step 3 until all receivable stations are preset.
To stop scanning
Press OFF. The radio is turned off at the same time.
Notes � If stations are already stored, the newly preset stations replace the old ones when the above procedure is completed. � If stations cannot be preset automatically, preset stations manually.

On water resistance
� Before opening or closing the cassette holder, be sure to wipe off water, dust or sand on the exterior of the Walkman. (The Walkman is not water-resistant with the cassette holder open.) � Since water in the headphones/earphones jack may cause rust, cover it with the attached rubber cap when the headphones/ earphones are not in use. � Since the Walkman is airtight, you may not be able to open the cassette holder because of sudden change in air pressure inside the Walkman, which happens after being transported on a plane or moving from a warm place to a cold place. To open the cassette holder see �Troubleshooting�. � The supplied headphones/earphones are not meant to be immersed in water or come in continuous contact with water. If they are accidentally dropped into water or get wet, dry them with a soft cloth. Never use an electric hair dryer. � If the Walkman or the headphones/earphones are immersed in salt water, be sure to wash them in non-running fresh water. Never wash them under running water, and never use soap or detergent. � Any sand or dust on the rubber packing will prevent the cassette holder from closing tightly, and water may leak in. Brush off the dust once in a while. � We recommend the packing to be changed every year. Replacement packing is available at an authorized Sony Service Facility.

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1 Open the cassette holder. 2 Release the catch to open the battery compartment lid and insert two size AA (R6) dry batteries with correct polarity.
Battery life (approximate hours)
Tape playback
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(JEITA*)
Radio reception 40 14

Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** Sony R6P (SR)

32 9

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MB
TAPE AVLS FM MODE

* Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). (Using a Sony HF series cassette tape) **When using Sony LR6 (SG) �STAMINA� alkaline dry batteries (produced in Japan). Note � The battery life may be shorter depending on the operating condition, the surrounding temperature and battery type.

MENU SET ENTER

When to replace the batteries

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This warranty is valid only in the United States. Esta garantía es válida solamente en los EE. UU.

Replace the batteries with the new ones when � flashes in the display.

To replace the batteries
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Presetting Stations Manually
1 Press TV, WB (Weather), FM or AM. 2 Press ENTER. The frequency digits and a preset number flash in the display. 3 While the frequency digits and the preset number are flashing, tune in to a station you wish to store using TUNING +/�, and select a preset number using PRESET +/�. 4 While the frequency digits and the preset number are flashing, press ENTER.
Notes � If you cannot complete step 3 or 4 while the indications are flashing, repeat from step 2. � If a station is already stored, the new station replaces the old one.

1 Release the catch to open the battery compartment lid. 2 Push the # side of the battery to remove the batteries and replace them with new ones.

Playing a Tape
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VOLUME MENU SET i ENTER PRESET +/� x M N m Air outlet Y (FS422ST/FS421 only) OFF HOLD FS422ST/FS421 Rubber cap

Display TUNING +, � TV, WB, FM, AM

1 Open the cassette holder and insert a cassette. 2 Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to TAPE in the display. Then press SET to select the tape type. No message: normal (TYPE I) METAL: High-position (TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV). D 3 Press N. Adjust the volume with VOLUME.

To cancel the stored station
Follow the procedure above and in step 3, press and hold TUNING +/� until �- - - -� is displayed and select the preset number you want to cancel using PRESET +/�. Press ENTER while �- - - -� is flashing.

Playing the preset radio stations
1 Press TV, WB (Weather), FM or AM. 2 Press PRESET +/�.