Product Description

A stereo cassette Walkman(R) with digital TV / Weather / AM / FM tuning / Water resistant Sports series design

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #43694 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Sony
• Model: WM-FS222
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .63 pounds

Features

• Ergonomic and durable S2 Sports design with included action grip and belt clip
• Water-resistant seals help keep out water, moisture, and dirt
• Digital-synthesized FM/AM stereo tuner provides accurate, drift-free radio tuning with 40-station memory
• TV and weather band reception let you listen to TV channels 2 to 13 and up-to-the-minute weather
• Up to 32 hours extended battery life (continuous tape playback); 50 hours with radio

Amazon.com Product Description
CDs are wonderful, but most people still have boxes of cassettes full of great music, much of it not out--or not owned--on CD. Sony's WM-FS222 S2 Sports Walkman stereo cassette player lets you relive your cassette music when on the go. Its rugged, ergonomic S2 Sports design includes durability, controls placed for easy access, high style, and drift-free, digitally synthesized FM stereo--as well as wideband AM, TV (channels 2 to 13), and weather band (channels 1 to 7) reception.

An action grip with reflective cushion provides comfort and safety, while an included belt clip lets you wear the Walkman, freeing hands for other activities. The player's water-resistant seals help keep out water, moisture, and dirt, and a battery-level indicator on the unit's LCD lets you know when you're running low.

The player's automatic volume limiter system (AVLS) maintains an even volume level, guarding against unintended level increases and evening the output of musical passages that vary widely in level. Mega Bass produces deep, rich bass tones. Finally, an anti-rolling mechanism maintains stable tape speed to minimize music-distorting "wow and flutter" while the player is in motion.

For the radio, 40-station preset tuning offers one-button tuning to your choice of seven TV stations, four weather-band stations, 24 FM stations, and five AM stations. An FM local/distant (DX) switch improves reception of fuzzy stations. A single AA battery provides up to 32 hours (maximum) of continuous tape playback, or up to 50 hours of FM radio reception.

From the Manufacturer
Sony's WM-FS222 S2 Sports Walkman Digital Tuning Cassette Player was made to weather your workout. Its new ergonomic S2 Sports model design and action grip with reflective cushion and belt clip make this Walkman easy to hold on to and wear as you access the features that command your listening experience. Additional features include a TV tuner and weather band, a digital synthesized AM/FM stereo tuner, up to 32 hours (target) extended battery life (continuous tape playback), 40 station preset tuning, and a mega bass sound system. As part of the water resistant Sports series, this player also has water resistant seals that help keep out water, moisture, and dirt. Strive toward fitness with the WM-FS222.

Features:

• New Ergonomic S2 Sports Model Design includes innovative features and function controls placed for easy access, and represents the new generation of Sony Sports Walkman players, created to be durable, stylish, and ready for go-anywhere outdoor fun
• TV Tuner and Weather Band lets you listen to audio from TV channels 2-13 and up-to-the-minute weather from your local weather band broadcasts
• Digital Synthesized FM/AM Stereo Tuner provides the most accurate drift-free tuning of AM and FM stereo radio stations
• Water Resistant Sports Series is made for outdoor fun with water resistant seals that help keep out water, moisture and dirt
• Up to 32 Hours (Target) Extended Battery Life (Continuous Tape Playback) is made possible by advanced technology that allows extended battery life beyond previous limits
• 40 Station Preset Tuning offers convenient one-button tuning of your choice of 7 TV stations, 4 weather band stations, 24 FM stations, and 5 AM stations
• Mega Bass Sound System produces deep, rich bass tones for more pleasing overall sound
• Action Grip with Reflective Cushion and Belt Clip makes it easier to hold the unit while in action during jogging, walking, or other activities; belt clip lets you "wear" your Walkman player, leaving hands free for other activities
• Battery Level Indicator on LCD displays a visual indication of battery life remaining
• Automatic Volume Limiter System automatically adjusts music passages that vary widely, for improved listener comfort and clear sound
• 1 x "AA" Battery Operation provides hours of listening and makes the radio compact and inexpensive to use
• Anti-Rolling Mechanism maintains stable tape speed to maximize sound quality while unit is in motion when walking or during use in other activities
• Tape Selector
• Frequency Range: AM: 530-1710kHz, FM: 87.6-108MHz, TV: Ch 2-13, Weather Band: Ch 1-7
• Tape System: 4 Track, 2 Channel Stereo
• Inputs: DC-In Jack 3V
• Outputs: Headphones (Stereo mini jack)
• Power Output: Headphones: 8mW/channel x 2 (@32 ohms)
• Power Requirements: DC 1.5V, "AA" Battery x 1
• Battery Life (Approx.): Tape Playback: 35 Hours w/Sony Alkaline Battery, FM Reception: Up to 50 Hours w/Sony Alkaline Battery
• Mega Bass: On/Off
• Tape Select: Manual Playback only
• Battery Indicator: LCD
• Color: White/Orange
• Supplied Accessories: Belt Clip, Hand Strap, MDR-W14G Headphones
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 4" x 4-5/8" x 1-7/8" (102.3 x 117.5 x 47.3 mm)
• Weight: 8 oz (219 g) w/o batteries
• Not meant to be immersed or come in continuous contact with water

Customer Reviews

Not For Those Who Require High Fidelity Sound
This Sony portable cassette tape player is well designed and ruggedly constructed. Unfortunately, its sound quality leaves a great deal to be desired. First of all, I was unhappy with the headphones which delivered a somewhat thin and 'tinny' reproduction of the music I sampled over the three weeks I tested this walkman (which I finally returned for credit). Also, at relatively low volumes I was surprised to encounter unacceptable levels of distortion during playback. I recently purchased a Sony Psych CD Walkman model D-EJ360 which, by comparison, is so far superior in its sound quality to the Sony WM-FS222 S2 Sports Cassette Walkman under review that it became literally impossible for me to listen to the tape player without feeling irritated and aggrieved (thus the necessity to return it!). Two other disappointing features of this S2 product bear mentioning. The included "belt clip" is NOT a rigid plastic fixture of the player case itself but rather an addition to the flexible strap used for holding the walkman by hand. It therefore does not provide a secure attachment for vigorous walking or running. And there is no auto-reverse functionality. Which seems a significant lack given the price of the item. Finally, having submitted a meticulously documented rebate claim for a Sony t-shirt upon receiving this walkman, I was notified that I was ineligible for my gift as I had failed to provide the requisite UPC code and sales receipt. A sad ending to a thoroughly frustrating experience with a company I have come to expect so much more from.

Don't waste your time with this one...
Don't purchase this product. It's a waste of money. I'm still using it, but I wish I had the extra cash to get a different walkman. The case is bulky and heavy. The radio and tv tuners often produce static. The cassette player plays poorly and often reverses direction in the middle of playing a cassette. Also, sometimes, it plays cassettes slowly and not up to normal speed. Overall, I am disappointed with the quality of this product for such a high price. SONY has made some really poor electronic products lately, and I have stopped purchasing any of their electronic products. They must be concentrating too much on the PLAYSTATION to drive their company sales.

A PIECE OF JUNK - 4 Line Review
* With only one battery, the unit is underpowered.
* Even with the volume up to the highest setting, it is hard to hear the radio. Cassettes konk out in mid-play.
* The case is a pain to open.
* I threw mine away in frustration.