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To improve the broadcast reception
•For FM: Extend the cord of the remote control , the
aerial (FX487 only). Extend the headphones/earphones
cord, the aerial (FX485/FX483 only). If the reception is
still not good, press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor
to FM MODE or FM SENS in the display. Then press
SET to choose the mode for best reception.
•For AM: The Walkman has a built-in antenna. Reorient
the Walkman horizontally to obtain optimum AM
reception.
Note
•Do not remove the power sources while listening to the radio,
or the received stations may not be stored.
Presetting Radio Stations
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 bands.
RADIO ON
/BAND
1~5
PRESET +/–
BAND
(RADIO ON•BAND)
1~5
RADIO ON/BAND
1 Tune in the station you wish to store. (Follow steps 1-
4 in “Listening to the Radio”.)
2 Press and hold one of the 1-5 buttons for more than 2
seconds. The display flashes twice with a beep sound,
and the station is preset.
If a station is already stored, and the new station
replaces the old one.
To play the preset radio stations
1 Press RADIO ON/BAND to select the band.
2 Press the corresponding button (1-5) on the unit.
Or press PRESET+/– on the remote control (FX487
only).
Receiving Stations Outside
Your Country (Excluding
models for Europe and Saudi
Arabia)
The frequency range differs depending on the area (see
the chart “Area indication and frequency range”). If you
listen to the radio in an area of different frequency range,
change the area indication in the display.
RADIO ON
/BAND
TUNING +/–
RADIO ON/BAND
TUNING +/–
1 Turn on the radio and press RADIO ON/BAND for
more than 10 seconds until the area indication flashes
in the display.
2 While the display is flashing, press TUNING+/– to
select either “U” or “E” indication.
3 Press RADIO ON/BAND to set the area indication.
Note
•If you change the frequency range, all the preset stations will
be canceled.
Area indication and frequency range
Area* Frequency range
FM (MHz) AM (kHz)
E 87.5–108 531–1,602
U 87.5–108 530–1,710
* E: European and other countries
U: USA, Canada, and Central and South America
zAdditional Information
Precautions
On batteries
•Do not charge a dry battery.
•Do not carry the dry or rechargeable 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 do not use the Walkman for a long time,
remove the battery to avoid any damage caused by
battery leakage and subsequent corrosion.
On the unit
•Do not drop the unit or give a shock to the unit, or it
may cause a malfunction.
•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.
•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 long, set it in the
playback mode and warm it up for a few minutes
before inserting a tape.
On tapes longer than 90 minutes
We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90
minutes except for a long continuous playback. They are
very thin and tend to be stretched easily.
On the remote control (FX487 only)
Use the supplied remote control only with this unit.
On headphones/earphones
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.
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.
Caring for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you
to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the
people around you.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
unit, please consult you nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting
The volume cannot be turned up.
•If “ ” appears for AVLS display, press SET so that “ ”
disappears.
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 batteries are weak. Replace the batteries with new
ones.
Specifications
Radio section
Frequency range
FM: 65–74/87.5–108 MHz (Eastern Europe)
87.5–108 MHz (other countries)
AM: 530–1,710 kHz (North, Central and South America)
531–1,602 kHz (other countries)
Tape section
Frequency response
(Dolby NR off)
Playback: 30–14,000 Hz
Output
Headphones/earphones (2 jack)
Load impedance 8–300 ohms
General
Power requirements
3 V
Two size AA (R6) batteries
Dimensions (w/h/d)
FX487:
Approx. 115.5 x 83.5 x 35.5 mm (4
5
⁄
8
x 3
3
⁄
8
x 1
7
⁄
16
inches) incl.
projecting parts and controls
FX485/FX483:
Approx. 115.5 x 83.5 x 34.0 mm (4
5
⁄
8
x 3
3
⁄
8
x 1
3
⁄
8
inches) incl.
projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 150 g (5.3 oz)/Approx. 230 g (8.2 oz) incl. batteries
and a cassette
Supplied accessories
Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones with remote control
(1) (FX487 only)
Stereo headphones or Stereo earphones (1) (FX485/FX483
only)
Belt clip (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Maintenance
To clean the tape head and path
Use the cleaning cassette CHK-1
(not supplied) every 10
hours of use.
Note
•Use only the recommended cleaning cassette.
To clean the exterior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water. Do not
use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
Note
•Clean the headphones/earphones plug periodically.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
Using Other Functions
To emphasize bass sound
Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to SOUND in
the display. Then, press SET to select the desired mode.
With each press, the indications change as follows.
MB (MEGA BASS) : emphasizes bass sound
GRV (GROOVE) : emphasizes deeper bass sound
No message: off (normal)
Notes
•If the sound is distorted with the mode “GRV”, select the mode
“MB” or no message.
•Bass emphasis may not show great effect if the volume is
turned up too high.
To protect your hearing—AVLS
(Automatic Volume Limiter System)
When you set the AVLS function to active, the maximum
volume is kept down to protect your ears.
Press MENU repeatedly to set the cursor to AVLS in the
display. Then press SET to show “ ”.
Notes
•If the sound is distorted when you listen to the bass-boosted
sound with the AVLS function, turn down the volume.
•The AVLS setting may be canceled when you replace the
batteries.
To lock the controls
Set the HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow to lock
the controls.
SET
MENU
SET
MENU
FX487
FX485/FX483
FX487
FX485/FX483
MODE AVLS SOUND
SET
MENU
MODE AVLS SOUND
SET
MENU
FX487
FX485/FX483
(MONO ST)
FM MODE
(LOCAL DX)
FM SENS
FX487
FX485/FX483
or
HOLD
HOLD