Sony Sports Walkman Radio Cassette Player
(140-1221)                 Specifications             Faxback Doc. # 19976

Radio Frequency (For U area indication)
   FM:........................................87.5 - 108 MHz (0.1 MHz step)
   AM:........................................530 - 1,710 kHz (10 kHz step)
   (For FS495) TV:.............................................2-13 channel
Power Requirements:............................3 V DC Batteries AA (R6) x 2

Battery Life

(approximate hours when using the batteries specified below)

            Sony Alkaline AM3 (N)                   Sony SUM-3 (NS)

            FS493        FS495                     FS493    FS495

Playback    18           18                        8.5      8.5

Radio       30           25                        15       12

Dimensions:......98.3 x 117.4 x 40.9 mm (3 7/8 x 4 5/8 x 1 5/8 in.) (w/h/d)
                                                     incl. projecting parts

Mass 265 g (9.4 oz) incl. batteries

Supplied Accessories

    - Stereo headphones (1)                  - Belt clip (1)

    - Hand strap (1) (FS495 only)            - Strap loop (1) (FS495 only)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Precautions

Notes on headphones

Concerning 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 headsets 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 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.

Taking Care of Your Walkman

Before opening or closing the cassette holder, be sure to wipe off water,
dust or sand on the exterior of the Walkman.

    Do not expose the Walkman to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight,
    moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock.  Never leave the Walkman in
    a car parked in the sun.

    Do not wind the headphones cord around the Walkman.

    The buttons may be kept pressed, causing unnecessary battery usage.

    Since water in the headphones jack may cause rust, cover it with the
    attached rubber cap when the headphones are not in use.

    The supplied headphones 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 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.

    Prolonged use may contaminate the tape head.  If sound drop-out or
    excessive noise occurs, clean the head and tape path with alcohol.

    Clean the headphones plug periodically for optimum sound.  Do not use
    alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean the case.

About the Rubber Packing

    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.

If you have any question or problem concerning your Walkman, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.


(SP/br-2/23/96)