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Operating Instructions

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WARNING

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

This device complies with the Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is Subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful
interference.

lfyou have any questions about this product, you may call:
Sony Customer information Services Center 1.800.222.7659 or
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Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY
Model: SREstv

Responsible Party: Sony Electronics inc.

Address: 16450 w. Bernardo Dr, San Diego. CA 92127 USA

Telephone Number: 85843422230

Warning
If there is lightning when you are using the unit. take off the headphones
immediately.

Cautions on Water-resistance

This itnit is designed so that it can be used with slight expositre to rain, snow and

other forms of moisture. bilt there are several points on which caution should be

observed.

- Do not allow it to come in contact with large amounts ofwater.

- Do not immerse it ill water.

- If water Should get on it or if it should fall into water. take it out iliimediately
and wipe it off with a dry cloth. The interior of the battery compartment
has no water-resistance. The battery may corrode, so wipe out the
interior of the battery compartment as follows,

, Open or close the battery compartment with dry hands in a place without
exposure to any water.

, Wipe off the battery and the inside ofthe battery comparttnent. Give special
attention to the contacts so that no water remains on them.

It you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.

All buttons do not operate at all.
- o-.. is displayed. Slide down the HOLD lever so that o-.. disappears.

Very weak or interrupted sound, or unsatisfactory reception
- Weak battery
- In a vehicle or in a building. move closer to a window.

Display is dim, or no indication is displayed.

- Weak battery.

- The unit is being used in extremely high or low temperatures or in a place with
excessive incisture.

The station cannot be received when the preset was tuned.
- You chose the wrong preset number,
- The lrlemory of the station has been initialized, Preset the Station again.

The power cannot be turned on, and mm is flashing in the
display.
- The battery has been completely exhausted,

The preset stations may be initialized. if a maintenance service is performed.
Please note down your settings in case you want to preset thelii again.

Spec1 ications
Time display

12.hour system
Frequency range

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to Band Range Channel step
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful TV 2 , l 3 Ch 1 Channel
interference. and (2) this device must accept any interference received.
including interference that may cause itndesired operation. WEATHER 1 7 7 Ch 1 Channel
FM 87.5 7108 MHz 0.1 MHz
AM 53071710kl-lz 10 kHz
Features amp.

TV/WEATHER/FMIAM 4 band PLL (phase locked loop) synthesized armband
radio,

A total of 30 statroiis can be preset, 5 Tv stations. 5 WEATHER stations 15
FM stations and 5 AM stations.

Stopwatch. split and pitch tirrier functions.

Wearable round design for armband and belcholrier use.

Water.resistant for all rweather use.

MEGA BASS for dynamic bass Sound.

Precautions

Operate the unit only on 1.5 V DC with one size AAA (R03) battery.
Avoid exposure to temperature extremes direct sunlight. moisture, sand, dust
or mechanical shock, Never leave the unit in a car parked under the sun.
Should anything fall into the Itnit, remove the battery and have the unit checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

To clean the casing, rise a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
in vehicles or buildings, radio reception may be difficult or noisy. Try listening
near a window.

Notes on Headphones

Road safety

Do not use headphones while driving. cycling. or operating any motorized
vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. it can also be
potentially dangerous to play your headphones at high volurrie while walking.
especially at pedestrian crossings, You should exercise extreme caution or
discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations,

Preventing hearing damage

Avoid using headphones at high volume.

Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you
experience a ringing in your ears, reditce volume or discontinue use,

Caring for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This Will allow you to liear outside Sounds
and to be considerate to people around you.

Q (headphones) jack (o 3.5 mm stereo mini jack) to O
Power output

5 mW + 5 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)
Power requirements

1.5 V DC, one Size AAA (R03) battery
Dimensions

Approx. 95.5 X 69.3 X 37.3 mlii (w/h/d)

(3 7/, X 2 r,>< 1 v, inches) incl. projecting parts and controls
Mass

Approx, 88.3 g (3.1 oz.) incl. battery
Supplied accessories

Stereo headphones (vertical in the ear type) (1). Arm band (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Leadrfree Solder iS uSed for soldering.

Halogenated flame retardants are not used in printed wiring boards.

PVC IS not used in Stereo Headphones cord,

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Installing the Battery
(See Fig. --@)

1 Open the battery compartment lid and install one Size AAA (R03)
battery (not Supplied) with correct polarity.
When a battery is first installed, AM 12:00" flashes in the display. Once the
current tiliie is set. the flashing stops.

2 Close the lid.

Battery Life (Approx. hours) (JEITA*)
When using TV WEATHER FM AM
Sony alkaline 27 27 27 so

size AAA (LROS)

Sony size AAA (R03) 10 1t) 10 16

* Measured by JElTA (Japan Electronics and information Technology Industries
Association) standards. The actual battery life may vary depending on the
circumstance of the unit.

When to replace the battery
You can check the remaining battery power that appears in the display. The
indicators are as follows:

Indicator

Full strength*

Weakening"

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When the battery becomes exhausted, the unit Will turn off. Replace
with new battery. When you press POWER after installing the new
battery. the indicator changes to "

* Displayed only when the radio is turned on.

Note

Do not take more than 30 seconds to replace the battery, otherwise. your clock,
pitch timer and countdown timer settings and preset stations will be initialized.
Should that happen, reset the functions again.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this Product (including any accessoriesi against defects in material or

1. For a period of one (i) yearfrom the date of purchase ifthis Product is determined to be defective, Sony
will repair or replace the Product, at its option, at no charge. Afterthis one (1) year period, you must pay forthe
replacement unit. This warranty does not cover costs incurred in connection with the removal and reinstallation
of radios, speakers or accessories, nor does it cover any other contingent expenses.

2. To obtain warranty service, you must take the Product, or deiiverthe Product freight prepaid, in either its
original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection, to any Factory Sony Service facility or
to the Laredo Fulfillment Center. See below for additional information.

This warranty does not cover customer instruction, installation, set up adjustments or signal reception prob.

This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negli-
gence, commercial use, or modification of, or to any part of the Product, including the antenna. This warranty
does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance, connection to improper voltage supply, or
attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by Sony to service the Product. This warranty does
not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS, or consumables (such as fuses or batteries). This warranty

Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is within the
Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service.

NOIeS On battery

- Do not charge the dry battery.

- Do not carry the dry battery together with coins or other inetallic objects. It can
generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the battery are
accidentally come into contact With metallic objects

- When you are not going to rise the unit for a long time. remove the battery to
avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

To attach the battery compartment lid if it is
accidentally detached (See Fig. l-@)

The battery conrpartrrient lid is designed to come off when opened with excessive
force. To put it back on, see the illustration,

1 Insert one side of the lid as illustrated.
2 Push the other side to attach.

Insert the 0 side of
the battery first.

Size AAA
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CONSUMER. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR lMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBr
ITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICUr
LAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT lS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

The Address of the Laredo Fulfillment Center is:

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Some states do not allowthe exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, 50 the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In addition,
if you enter into a Service contract with the Sony Partnership within 50 days ofthe date of sale, the limitation on
how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may have other rights which varyfrom state to state.

Laredo Fulfillment Center
10227 Crossroads Loop Suite B
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For your convenience, Sony Electronics Inc. has established telephone numbers forfrequently asked questions:

To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you, or for service assistance or resolution of a service problem, or for

Sony Customer Information Services Center
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POWER HOLD lever
START/STOP
SPLIT/RESET
MEGA BASS
ENTER
MODE
TUNE/TIME SET +/-* BAND
*The TUNE/TIME SET DISPLAY
+ has a tactile dot.
VOL"I
Belt clip

TV/WB/FM SENS
DX/LOCAL

There is a tactile dot beside VOL to show the direction to turn up
the volume.

B Connector

Wraparound arm
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Using the Arm Band
(See Fig. E]-@)

1 Slide the coiliiector onto the unit uiltil you hear a click.

2 Unwind atid straighten the wraparound arln band.
To more easily straighten the band. slightly bend the tip oftlte band in the
opposite direction.

3 Hold the body of the unit and attach the straightened band to your
arm.
The band will wind by itself.

4 Tighten the band with the rubber belt.

To remove the arm band from the unit (See Fig. EI-®)
While holding down PUSH RELEASE" (CD). slide the connector to remove the
arm band ((3),

The arm band can be attached either on left or right artti by changing up side
down. The unit can also be removed with the arm band attached on yottr arm. as
instructed above.

To vary the length of the rubber belt to tit your arm (See Fig. EI-©)
Move the velcro fastener to the proper position.

It the rubber belt and wraparound band becomes dirty
Remove the rubber belt from the unit aiid clean them,

Caution (See Fig. EI-@)

- Avoid bending the wraparound band forcibly in the opposite direction. it may
break.

- The straightened band will wind easily when you tottch or wiggle it, Be sure to
treat it carefully

Preventing Accidental

Change
- HOLD Function

When yoit slide HOLD in the direction of the arrow. o-n appears in the
display, All the other buttons on the radio will become inoperative.

This function prevents the radio from being unintentionally turned on. or the
radio frequency from being accidentally changed.

To cancel HOLD. slide HOLD in the opposxte direction of the arrow so that
o-u" disappears.

Setting the Clock

The display will flash AM 12:00" when the battery is first inserted.

1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select the clock mode when the
clock mode is not on.

2 Hold down ENTER for more than 2 seconds.
The beep sounds and the hour flashes in the display.

3 Press TUNE/TIME SET + or - until the correct hour appears in
the display.
Each press changes the digitts) by one.
When you keep the button pressed. the digit(s) change rapidly.
4 Press ENTE R.
The beep sounds and the ntinute stal1s to flash.
Repeat step 3 to Set the minute. After setting tiie minute.
press ENTER again. The two beeps sound and the clock
starts from 0 seconds.

Notes

- One you start setting the clock. you nutst perform each step witlnn 65 seconds
or the clock setting mode will be cancelled.

- erhour system: AM 12:00" = midnight. PM 12:00" = noon,

Changing AM Channel Step

The AM channel step differs depending on areas. The channel step of this unit is
factoryrset to 10 kHz. Change the settings as shown below to be able to listen to
the radio.

Area Channel step
North and South American countries/regions 10 kHz

Other countries/regions 9 kHz

Note

When the AM channel step is changed. the preset stations for AM will be
initialized.
1 Press POWER to turn off the power.
2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select the clock mode when the
clock mode is ilot on.
3 While holding down TUNE/TIME SET + or -. keep pressing
MODE for more than 5 seconds.
Two short beeps sound. and the AM channel step will be changed.
AM 9" (or AM 10") is displayed for about 2 seconds.
It you proceed to step 3 again, the channel step changes again.

Selecting the Mode

You can use this ttnit as a radio. clock. stopwatch. pitch timer or countdown
timer.

The functions of clock. stopwatch, pitch timer. countdown timer are available
even if the power is off.

Press DISPLAY to select a function mode.
Each function mode can be selected as follows:

Radio ltequency" Clock

Stopwatch

Countdown timer Pitch timer

* Selected only when the power is on.

Playing the Radio
- Manual Tuning
1 Connect the headphones to the Q (headphones) jack.
2 Press POWER to turn on the radio.
RADIO 0N" appears in the display.
3 If P" is displayed, press MODE so that "P" disappears.

Pressing MODE will switch over between manual tuning mode and preset
tttning liiode.
4 Press BAND to select the band.
Each press changes the band as follows:
AM - PM -> TV - WEATHER

5 Press TUNE/TIME SET + or - to select the desired frequency.
if you hold down TUNE/TIME SET + or -. the frequency or channel
changes rapidly.

When the frequency matches the broadcast frequency. the broadcast will be
received,

6 Adjust the volume using VOL.

To turil off the radio, press POWER.

Improving the Reception

TV/WEATHEFl/FM: Extend the headphones cord which
functions as the TV/WEATHER/FM
antenna (See Fig [@i,

AM: Rotate the unit horizontally for
optimum reception, A t'erriie bar
antenna is builtrin the ttnit (See
Fig-l@).

Set TV/WB/FM SENS to LOCAL if interference is
prevalent and reception is too strong, Under normal
conditions. set it to DX.

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TWINE/FM
SENS

Obtain Powerful Bass Sound

Press MEGA BASS.

MB" indication appears in the display when the MEGA BAss function is on.
The MEGA BASS function intensifies the bass soulld for richer quality audio
reproduction,

Presetting Your Favorite

Station

- Preset Tuning

You can preset up to 5 stations each for TV. WEATHER and AM. and 15
stations for FM. Also. you can delete the preset station whether it is factoryrset or
preset by yourself,

Presetting a Station

1 Follow steps 1 to 5 in Playing the Radio" alid manually ttlne in to
the station you wish to preset.

2 Hold down ENTER until the preset number flashes.
if there is a preset nutuber that has no preset station. that preset number
flashes.
When all the preset numbers are set to certain stations, the following occurs:
- lnitialized (factoryrset): 1" flashes and P" appears.
- After tuning in a preset station: The next preset number after the one last

preset flashes and P" appears.

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3 Press TUNE/TIME SET + or - to select the number you wish to
preset, then press ENTE R.
When you select the preset number using TUNE/TIME SET 4. or -. P"
appears if that number has a preset station. If it has no preset station, only the
number flashes and "P" does not appear.
When you press ENTER, the selected preset number lights up in the display.

Example: Display window when you preset FM 90.0 MHz in preset
number 2.

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To preset another station. repeat these steps.
To change the preset stations preset a new station. The previous station will
be canceled,

To cancel the presetting mode. press MODE.
Note

if you do not press TUNE/TIME SET 4. or -. or ENTER within 55 seconds the
preset tuning mode will be canceled.

Tuning in to a Preset Station

Press POWER to turn on the radio.

Press MODE so that "P" alid preset number appear.

Select the band with BAND.

Press TUNE/TIME SET + or - to select the desired preset
number.

Adjust the Volume using VOL.

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To turn off the radio. press POWER.

Note
If you hold down MODE for tnore than 2 seconds. the unit enters the preset
station deleting mode. Press MODE again to return to the previous ntode.

Deleting a Preset Station

1 Follow steps 1 and 2 in Tuning in to a Preset Station".

2 Select the band with BAND.

3 Press TUNE/TIME SET + or - to select the preset number to be
deleted.

4 Hold down MODE for more than 2 seconds until P", sift" and
the preset number flash.

preset number to
be deleted

5 While the letters and the preset number are flashing, press
E NTE R.
The statioil set to the preset nlimber Just before the deleted station will be
displayed.
To delete other stations, repeat steps 2 to 5.
if all the preset stations are deleted. P appears in the display.

To cancel deleting. press MODE while P
are flashing,

. dE L" and the preset number

Using the Stopwatch

The stopwatch can time up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59.99 seconds, iii l/lOOr
second increments.

1 Press DISPLAY to select the stopwatch.
STPW flashes in the display.
2 Press START/STOP to start.

The display shows the elapsed time.
3 Press START/STOP to stop.

To reset to zero. press SPLIT/RESET when the stopwatch is in the stop

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The stopwatch coiues with two display modes. To switch to the hourrminuter
second display, press ENTER,
To switch to the minutersecond plit second d' play. press ENTER again.

When the count time exceeds 59:59 99" during the minutersecondrsplit
second display. the display switches to the hourrniiiiutersecond display.

To swttch to the other modes during counting. press DISPLAY.

STPW stops flashing if changed to other mode while the stopwatch counts
down.

To listen to the radio while the stopwatch is running. press POWER, The
display will switch to the radio frequency for a few seconds.

Displaying the Split Time

To display the current split time. press SPLIT/RESET while the stopwatch is
ntnning. SPLIT" flashes in the display.

The stopwatch keeps counting during the display.

To return to the count display, press SPLIT/RESET again while the split ttnte is
being displayed.

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Using the Pitch Timer

The pitch timer allows setting the timer with an identical length oftime
repeatedly. The functions of the radio. the stopwatch. and the countdown timer
are available even while the pitch timer is being used.

1 Press DISPLAY to select the pitch timer.
PITCH" flashes in the display.

2 Hold down ENTER for more than 2 seconds.
The beep sounds and the colintdowlt duration flashes in
the display.

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3 Press TUNE/TIME SET + or - to set the desired countdown
duration for the pitch timer.
The countdown duration can be set from 1 second to 59 minutes 59 seconds.
in lrsecond incremetlts.

4 Press E NTE R.
Tlte beep sounds and the number of times flashes ill the
display.

5 Press TUNE/TIME SET + or - to set the desired number of
times.
The number oftimes can be Set up to 99.

6 Press E NTE R.
The two beeps sound and the number oftimes stops flashing,

7 Press START/STOP.
Countdown starts. After the preset countdown duration. the two beeps sound
three times,

When the last pitch timer setting is finished, the display switches to the pitch
timer display even in another display mode and a long beep sounds. and then
returns to the previous display.

To stop the long beep, press any button.

To pause the countdown on the pitch tuner. press START/STOP while counting
dowli.

At this time. the countdown is reset by pressing SPLIT/RESET. The display will
show the setup countdown dliratioii and nulilber of times.

To switch to the other modes. press DISPLAY.
PITCH" stops flashing if changed to other mode while the pitch timer counts
dowii

Using the Countdown Timer

You can use the bUiltrin countdown timer to turn offthe radio automatically after
a preset duration.

1 Press DISPLAY to select the countdown timer.
TIMER" flashes in the display.

2 Hold down ENTER for more than 2 seconds.
The beep sounds, and the countdown duration starts flaslting.

3 Pre TUNE/TIME SET + or - to set the desired countdown
duration for the timer.
The countdown duration can be Set from 1 minute to 2 hours, itl lentinute
increments.

4 Press E NTE R.
The two beeps sound and the countdown duration stops flashing.

5 Press START/STOP.
Countdown starts. The radio is automatically turned on When the radio is off.
After the preset countdown duration. the four beeps sound five times arid the
radio is turned off,
To stop the beeps. press any button.

To tttrn off the radio before the preset time. press POWER,

To pause the countdown oii the countdown timer. press START/STOP while
counting down

At this time. the countdown is reset by pressing SPLIT/RESET. The display will
show the setup countdown duration.

To switch to the other modes. press DISPLAY.
TIMER" stops flashing it changed to other mode while the countdown timer
coutlts dowll.

Using the Belt Clip
(See Fig. El)

Use the belt clip when attaching the unit to your belt,

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