SONY WMFX290
Owner's Manual

3-261-583-11 (1)

For customers in the United States

Radio Cassette Player
Operating Instructions

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Owner�s Record
The model number is located on the bottom 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. WM-FX290 Serial No.

Protecting Your Hearing�AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System)

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Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to AVLS in the display. Then press SET to show � �. The maximum volume is kept down to protect your ears.

SONY WM-FX290
Tested to Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Product registration
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Listening to the Radio
1 If the HOLD function is turned on, set the HOLD switch in the opposite direction of the G mark to unlock the controls. Make sure that the tape has stopped completely. 2 Press FM/AM or TV/WB (weather band) repeatedly to select the desired band and to turn on the radio. 3 For manual tuning: 1 Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor in the display to TUNE MODE and press SET to choose �MANUAL�. 2 Press PRESET/TUNING + or � repeatedly to tune in to the desired station. Hold down PRESET/TUNING + or � for a few seconds to scan for stations. For preset tuning: 1 Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor in the display to TUNE MODE and press SET to choose �PRESET�. 2 Press PRESET/TUNING + or � repeatedly to recall the desired preset station. To use preset tuning, preset the station first (see �Presetting Radio Stations�).
To turn off the radio
Press RADIO OFF.

INFORMATION

WM-FX290
© 2004 Sony Corporation Printed in China

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 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

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Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: WM-FX290 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 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.

B Preparations
To Insert Battery
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To improve broadcast reception C

�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. �For AM: Reorient the unit itself.

1 Slide open the battery compartment lid, and insert one size AA (R6) dry battery with correct polarity.
Replace the battery with new one when " flashes in the display. "

C

FM

AM

Playing a Tape
1 Insert a cassette. B 2 Press N PLAY. Adjust the volume with VOL.
To Stop playback Wind rapidly* Press x STOP M FF or m REW

* If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the battery will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to press x STOP.
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HOLD VOL* x STOP M FF N PLAY** m REW

Note Do not open the cassette holder while the tape is running.

ENTER PRESET/TUNING +/ � SET RADIO OFF TV/WB (weather)

Using Other Functions
Locking the Controls
Set the HOLD switch in the direction of the G mark to lock the controls. The HOLD function only locks the radio operation buttons, MENU, SET, PRESET/TUNING + or � and ENTER.

MENU

FM/AM

Emphasizing Bass Sound
* There is a tactile dot beside VOL on the main unit to show the direction to turn up the volume. ** The button has a tactile dot.

Specifications
� Frequency range TV: 2 - 13 ch WB (Weather): 1 - 7 ch FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz � Output Headphones (i) jack Load impedance 8 � 300 � � Power requirements 1.5V DC, battery size AA (R6) x 1 � Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 83.6 x 112.0 x 28.3 mm (3 3�8 � 4 1�2 � 1 1�8 inches) excl. projecting parts and controls � Mass Approx. 130 g (4.6 oz) (main unit only) � Supplied accessories Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1) Carrying case with belt clip(1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Press MENU repeatedly to set �_� (the cursor) to MB (mega bass) in the display. Then, press SET to turn MB 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.

Battery life* (approximate hours) Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)** Sony R6P (SR) Tape playback 35 9 14

Radio reception 40

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