Product Description

SONY SR-FM37V - For the long train train ride, bicycle jaunt, grueling set of exercise reps or hour on the cross trainer machine, it helps to hear some music or the sound of human voices. The ultra-light SR-FM37V is just the ticket. FM Local / Distance (DX) Switch New Ergonomic Design Includes Headphones and Belt Clip Supplied Weight - Approximately 3.3 ounces including battery and belt clip Dimensions - 2-1/2H x 3-3/8W x 1-5/16D

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2134 in Consumer Electronics
• Color: Black
• Brand: Sony
• Model: SRFM37V
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 2.50" h x 3.38" w x 1.32" l, .50 pounds

Features

• Compact Walkman receives TV (2-13), AM, FM and weather channels
• 25 preset stations (5 TV, 5 weather, 5 AM, 5 FM)
• Display offers digital clock and battery indicator
• Single AAA battery provides lightweight, long-lasting use
• Local/distant switch ensures optimal reception

Amazon.com Product Description
The SRF-M37V is lightweight, simple-to-use radio, weather and TV receiver. Weighing only 3.3 ounces (94 grams), this compact player is a perfect companion for the track, bike trail or work area. The Walkman gives you many choices of listening pleasure. You will receive FM and AM radio, TV (channels 2-13) and weather (channels 1-7.) Whatever your passion, whether it be talk radio, hit radio, TV shows or weather forecasts, you are sure to capture it with this Walkman. The FM antenna is part of the headphone cord, so you are sure to receive a strong signal. The AM antenna is a ferrite bar type. The local/distant switch will help you fine tune the reception. Both the volume and tuning buttons are digital, providing accurate mechanisms to find the exact station you desire.

There are twenty-five preset stations on the SRF-M37V. This includes ten FM, five AM, five TV and five weather stations. There are also five direct key presets, allowing you to electronically tune into any five stations you desire, even if listening to a different band. The LCD display's digital clock will keep you updated to current time. There is also a battery indicator, keeping you aware of remaining battery life.

Sony has included their MDR (micro dynamic receiver) headphones with the SRF-M37V. These headphones are open air type; the headphones will allow ambient noise to filter into the ear canal, providing a rich sound and keeping you safely aware of events, people and automobiles around you. The headphones provide ample dynamic range and sound. The Walkman requires only one AAA battery, keeping the receiver lightweight and inexpensive to operate. There is also a belt clip included, so you can carry the Walkman on your belt. The color is a modern black.

What's in the Box
Sony SRF-M37V Walkman, Sony MDR open air headphones, belt clip, user's manual and a ninety day warranty.

From the Manufacturer
Tune in to Sony Style with the SRF-M37V TV/Weather/AM/FM Radio Walkman. Perfect for an intense workout, this product features 25 memory preset tuning (5 TV, 5 Weather, 10 FM, 5 AM), 5 direct key preset memory, an LCD digital display with a clock, and a local/distant (DX) switch that provides optimal reception of both close and distant radio stations. So spice up your workout with a new radio station. Sony's SRF-M37V produces the sound you need to get your adrenaline pumping.

Features:

 
• New Ergonomic Design includes innovative features and function controls placed for easy access
• TV Tuner and Weather Band Tuning Function lets you listen to audio from TV channels 2-13 and up-to-the-minute weather from your local weather band broadcasts
• Direct Weather Button lets you access weather forecast at the touch of a button
• 25 Station Preset Memory (5 TV, 5 Weather, 10 FM, 5 AM) uses electronic settings for easy one-button tuning for your choice of audio from 5 TV channels, 5 weather band, 10 FM and 5 AM stations
• 1 "AAA" Battery Operation provides hours of listening and helps to make the Walkman radio compact and inexpensive to use
• 5 Direct Key Preset Memory allows you to electronically tune into any 5 stations you set, even if in different frequency bands with the press of a single, easy-to-reach button
• Digital Clock and Battery Indicator lets you keep track of the correct time and provide a visible indication of when battery power becomes low
• Stereo Headphone and Belt Clip provided lets you listen in private and the belt clip ensures quick attachment to a belt
• FM Local/Distance (DX) Switch provides optimal reception of both close and distant radio stations
• Frequency Range: AM: 530-1710kHz, FM: 87.5-108MHz , TV: Ch 2-13, Weather Band: Ch 1-7
• Output: Stereo Headphone MiniJack
• Antenna System: AM: Built-in Ferrite Bar Antenna, FM: Headphone Cord
• Power Requirements: DC 1.5V, "AAA" x 1 Battery
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 3-3/8" x 2-1/2" x 1-5/16" (83 x 63 x 32 mm)
• Weight: Approx 3.3 oz (94 g) including battery and belt clip
• Supplied Accessories: Belt Clip, MDR-027LP Headphones

Customer Reviews

Great bang for the buck
I've had trouble finding a Walkman type radio that works well around Manhattan - FM signal overload and multipath causes noisy reception on most radios in New York City.

The Sony SRF-M37V is the best one I've found so far. It performs better than Sony's previous SRF-M35 model, and it also works better than models I tried from Panasonic and Sangean. While it isn't perfect, the SRF-M37V has a lot less multipath and signal-overload noise than those other models. The local-distant switch does a decent job of cutting down on this kind of interference in the city without killing the stereo separation, and it works much better than the same switch did on the SRF-M35. In "distant" mode, this radio has very good FM sensitivity. However, I'm not able to pull in a couple of my favorite low-powered out-of-town & college stations because those frequencies get overpowered by nearby local signals. I've had the same problem with every other Walkman-type radio I've tried though, so it's not just a fault of this one.

The AM section seems to have good sensitivity too, but the sound quality isn't as crisp as other models, including the SRF-M35. The treble is rolled off so sharply that it sounds rather muffled and you can't hear "S" sounds in normal speech. I know audio quality isn't a priority for AM radio but I've still heard better than this.

Reception on the TV and weather bands seems good, although the audio level is a little low on both. I have to turn up the volume nearly all the way to get a normal listening level.

Overall fidelity is very good at low volume but you can't turn it up very loud before it starts to distort. I expect this is because it runs on a single AAA battery so the headphone amp is probably underpowered. Stereo separation is great. There seems to be a bit of bass boost built in, which is not switchable, so the bass is the first thing to distort at higher volume levels. The supplied headphones sound like typical cheap Walkman phones, and aren't as good as the ones that came with the SRF-M35. This radio will sound much better if you get some better headphones.

There is a battery status indicator, which is useful. There is also a clock but the time won't show in the display unless you turn the radio off.

The bottom line is this is a very good radio. It's small, the presets make it easy to tune, and the TV and weather bands are fun to have. If all you need is a Walkman that does a good job at picking up radio I don't think you'll beat this one, especially for the price.

Best or Tied for First at This Price Point
As I write this review the Sony SFR is 28.52 on Amazon (I bought mine on Amazon recently for 30 and I've seen it as high as 39). It is a digital radio with over-the-ear headphones (on the cheap side) and manual volume control. The AM is A grade. The FM is B minus as the NPR stations here in LA, 89.3 and 89.9, suffer a little static. Overall build quality is high. The SFR has a clip for my pants. Having said all this, I'm giving the SFR to my wife and I'm keeping my other pocket radio, the Sangean DT 180, which I purchased on Amazon for about 36 dollars. Currently, Amazon is charging 38.51 for it. For me, but not everyone, the Sangean is slightly better when compared to the Sony SFR. Here's the breakdown. AM reception is a tie. FM goes to the Sangean, which gets worse reception than the Sony for 89.3 but no static at all for 89.9. Regarding FM, all pocket radios seem rather weak in this regard since there is no telescopic antenna. The Sangean has no clip but is smaller than the Sony so it can fit inside my pocket. The Sangean doesn't have manual tuning. It has digital toggle feature with numerical increments. I like this feature. The Sangean has ear-canal headphones, which can be dangerous to hearing so be careful. All in all, both radios are almost equal with slight variations in features, which will become a matter of preference. For me, I prefer the Sangean. But currently it is 10 dollars more than the Sony, and I'm not sure it's worth that much more. Either way, you're getting an apex pocket digital radio.

great walkman
I love this walkman..I wish it had a seek button. You can't automatically go to the next strongest station, but I do like the five direct pre sets..very easy to use and quite convenient. When travelling find five stations you like and punch them in. Usually most people would find five sufficient. The AM reception is exceptional. The local distant switch is a help on FM, even though there is still multi-path interference in a city even with the local switch on.The size is great and I use it often when traveling. Highly recommended.