Sony FM/AM WALKMAN SRF-H5 Radio User Manual

The Sony FM/AM WALKMAN SRF-H5 is a portable radio featuring FM/AM tuner, digital tuning with auto/manual seek, 20 station presets (10 FM, 10 AM), built-in speaker and headphone output, LCD display with backlight, battery level indicator, sleep timer, and belt clip. Powered by 2 AA batteries or optional AC adapter. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Tuning and Presets 8. Accessibility Features 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: LCD display, Speaker, Headphone jack, Tuning/Volume controls, Preset buttons, Power/Band switch, Belt clip.

Feature	Description
FM/AM Tuner	Receives FM (87.5-108 MHz) and AM (530-1710 kHz) bands
Digital Tuning	Auto and manual station seek with digital frequency display
Station Presets	20 total presets (10 FM, 10 AM) for quick access
LCD Display	Shows frequency, band, battery level, preset number, time
Backlight	Illuminates display for low-light conditions
Audio Output	Built-in speaker (mono) and 3.5mm stereo headphone jack
Sleep Timer	Auto power-off after set time (15-90 minutes)
Power Source	2 AA batteries or DC 3V AC adapter (optional)
Belt Clip	Attached clip for portable use
Volume Control	Rotary dial for adjusting audio level

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Ensure all parts are present.

Insert batteries: Open battery compartment, insert 2 AA batteries observing polarity.
Attach belt clip: Slide clip onto back of radio until it clicks into place.
Connect headphones: Plug 3.5mm headphones into jack for private listening.
Connect AC adapter (optional): Plug DC 3V adapter into DC IN jack.

WARNING! Use correct battery polarity to avoid damage. Remove batteries if not used for extended periods.

First-Time Setup

Power on radio; follow initial setup steps.

Set time: Hold CLOCK button, use TUNING buttons to set hour/minute.
Select band: Slide BAND switch to FM or AM.
Auto-tune stations: Press and hold TUNING UP/DOWN for auto seek.
Set presets: Tune to desired station, hold PRESET button for 2 seconds.
Adjust volume: Turn VOLUME dial to comfortable level.

CAUTION! Keep away from water and extreme temperatures.

Specifications

Tuner: FM 87.5-108 MHz, AM 530-1710 kHz.
Presets: 20 total (10 FM, 10 AM).
Display: LCD with backlight.
Audio Output: Built-in speaker (mono, 100mW), Headphone jack (stereo).
Power Supply: 2 AA batteries (DC 3V) or AC adapter (optional).
Battery Life: Approx. 50 hours (alkaline batteries, headphone use).
Dimensions: Approx. 120mm (W) x 75mm (H) x 30mm (D).
Weight: Approx. 150g (without batteries).
Accessories: Belt clip, user manual.

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: POWER/BAND switch, VOLUME dial, TUNING buttons, PRESET buttons (1-5), DISPLAY/BACKLIGHT button.

Side Controls: HEADPHONE jack, DC IN jack, SLEEP timer button.

Tuning: Auto seek (hold TUNING), manual step (press TUNING). Presets: Store (hold PRESET), recall (press PRESET). Display: Shows frequency, band, preset, battery, time. Backlight: Press DISPLAY to illuminate for 5 seconds. Sleep Timer: Press SLEEP to set auto-off (15, 30, 60, 90 min). Volume: Rotary dial controls speaker/headphone volume.

Connecting Devices

Headphones: 3.5mm stereo jack. AC Adapter: DC 3V input.

Turn off radio before connecting devices.
Insert headphone plug fully into jack.
For AC adapter, ensure voltage matches (3V DC).
Select audio source: Built-in speaker or headphones (auto-switch).

Tip: Use quality headphones for better stereo sound.

Tuning and Presets

Supports FM stereo and AM mono reception.

Power on: Slide POWER/BAND to FM or AM.
Auto tuning: Hold TUNING UP/DOWN to seek next station.
Manual tuning: Press TUNING UP/DOWN to step frequency.
Store preset: Tune to station, hold desired PRESET button (1-5) for 2 seconds.
Recall preset: Press PRESET button (1-5) for stored station.
Switch bands: Slide BAND switch between FM/AM.
Sleep timer: Press SLEEP repeatedly to select auto-off time.
Check battery: Battery icon shows level on display.

WARNING! Avoid tuning near strong RF interference. Extend antenna for better FM reception.

Accessibility Features

Backlight: Illuminates display for low-light visibility. Large Preset Buttons: Easy-to-press buttons for station recall. Mono Audio: AM band provides clear speech for news/talk.

Care & Cleaning

Remove batteries before cleaning. Use soft, dry cloth; avoid liquids.

CAUTION! Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners. Keep jacks free of dust.

Regulatory Information

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Dead batteries	Replace with fresh AA batteries; check polarity.
Poor reception	Antenna position	Extend antenna fully; move to different location.
No sound from speaker	Volume/headphones	Turn up volume; ensure headphones are unplugged.
Presets not stored	Button press time	Hold PRESET button for 2 seconds until beep sounds.
Display dim	Backlight/battery	Press DISPLAY for backlight; replace batteries if low.
Sleep timer not working	Setting incorrect	Press SLEEP repeatedly to confirm time setting.

Reset: Remove batteries for 1 minute to reset all settings.

Service: 1-800-222-7669; www.sony.com/electronics/support