Sony SRF-HM55 - Page 4

Installing Batteries
When to replace the batteries
When the batteries become weak, sound becomes
weak or the stereo sound becomes monaural. When
the batteries are run down completely, the power is
turned off and the“ sao “ in the display window
flashes. When the power is turned on with the
indication flashing, the power is turned off right awa
While the“ ooo ” stasts flashing, replace both
batteries with new ones. After the batteries are
taplaced, turn the power on again to stop the flashin
of the indication.
When replacing the batteries
Replace the batteries within about 30 seconds. If you
do not replace them within 30 seconds, the preset
stations may be canceled, and “AM 12:00” flashes ir
the display window.
For battery life, see “Specifications”.
To avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion
Remove the batteries when you do not use the unit
for a long time.
When the batteries are removed for a long time
Preset stations are canceted and “AM 12:00” is
displayed.
Preset stations again and reset the clock.
The indication of the power remaining in the battery
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When the power has
been exhausted
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When you turn on the unit, the power remaining in
the battery is displayed for about one second and a
haif. The unit displays one of the four indications
depending on the power remaining in the battery.
Listening to a Preset Station
1 Press the POWER button.
2 Press the desired preset button.
3 Adjust the VOL (volume).
On FM SENS DX/LOCAL Selector
OX: Normality set It to this position and the radio operates in stereo mode for
FM stereo programs and will be automatically switched to mono for non-
stereo programs,
LOCAL: Set it to this position, if a vary strong station signal causes noise or if
tmuitipath* occurs. The reception will be more stable and noise will be
« Multipath, which often occurs in a street with big buildings or in a mountainous
area, is reflection of signals that reach the receiver trom structures or hilis
considerably later than direct signals. A multipath condition brings about high-
frequency noise, distortion, and a poor stereo effect in FM reception.