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1. System requirements e OS Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Windows XP Media Center Edition Windows XP Professional Windows XP Home Edition Windows 2000 Professional Windows Millennium Edition Windows 98 Second Edition The MP3 File Manager software does not support the Simplified Chinese OS of Windows 98 Second Edition and Windows Millennium Edition e CPU Pentium II 400MHz or higher RAM 64MB or more HDD 5MB or more e Display 16 bit color or higher 800 x 600 dots or better USB port Supports USB Previously called USB1 1 On language support The ability to display the languages on your MP3 File Manager will depend on the installed OS on your PC For better results please ensure that the installed OS is compatible with the desired language you want to display We do not guarantee all the languages will be able to be displayed properly on your MP3 File Manager User created characters and some special characters may not be displayed 45 uoljeiado asemyos sabeuey alld Edin Transferring MP3 audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman 2 Click My Computer removable disk on your computer Network Walkman in the case of Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 Windows XP Media Center Edition Windows XP Professional Windows XP Home Edition 1 Connect your Network Walkman to your computer Connect the small connector of the supplied dedicated USB c
2. Arm band 1 CD ROM for the SonicStage software 1 Operating Instructions 1 SonicStage Operating Instructions 1 CD ROM for the Operating Instructions and SonicStage Operating Instructions 1 European model only Pour les utilisateurs en France En cas de remplacement des couteurs r f rez vous au mod le d couteurs adapt s votre appareil et indiqu ci dessous MDR JO11LP Design and specifications are subject to change without notice US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories 41 uonewoju 194 0 Glossary MagicGate Copyright protection technology that consists of authentication and encryption technology Authentication ensures that protected content is transferred only between compliant devices and media and that protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized copying or playback MAGICGATE is terminology denoting the copyright protection system developed by Sony It does not guarantee conversion among other media OpenMG Copyright protection technology that securely manages music content from the EMD Audio CD on a personal computer Application software that is installed on the computer encrypts the digital music content when recording on the hard drive This allows you to enjoy music content on the computer but prevents unauthorized transmission of this content across a network or elsewhere This PC copyright protection complies with
3. ON in step 3 beep sound BEEP To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the You can turn off the beep sounds of your MENU button Network Walkman Hea gt gt I button BE button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the 4 PP1 button to select BEEP and press the E button to confirm ON blinks All EY BEEP ON TITS 3 Press the kea gt gt i button to select OFF and press the B E button to confirm fy BEEP OFF 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen 31 uewyieM YIOMJON JNOA Jo sHhul yjJas y Bunsnfpy Changing the backlight setting You can select ON or OFF Menu Backlight mode OFF Always off ON Turns on for three seconds after each operation or until scrolling is complete lt q PI button E button button To set ON 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed Ey REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the 4 P1 button to select LIGHT and press the E button to confirm OFF blinks alls B LIGHTS OFF of Nn TITS 32 3 Press the k lt gt gt li button to select ON and press the w E button to confirm fy LIGHT ON 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal scr
4. Operation of this player with software other than that provided is not covered by the warranty e Depending on the type of the text and characters the text shown on SonicStage and MP3 File Manager may not be displayed properly on device This is due to The capability of the connected player The player is not functioning normally The ID3 TAG information for the track is written in the language or the character that is not supported by the player Program 2001 2002 2003 2004 Sony Corporation Documentation 2004 Sony Corporation This manual explains how to operate your Network Walkman and how to use the MP3 File Manager pre installed software For details on how to use the SonicStage supplied software refer to the SonicStage operating instructions OpenMG and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation SonicStage and SonicStage logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation ATRAC ATRAC3 ATRAC3plus and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation Microsoft Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders In this manual and marks are not specified Table of Contents BALDA A steer era orca oes 6 What you can do with your Network Walkman cecs s
5. REPEAT MODE gt and press the Hi button to confirm 3 Press the k lt P1 button to select a desired repeat mode and press the Hi button to confirm IIIA E TRK Rep s ZITI You can choose one mode among TRK Rep A B Rep and SENTENCE Rep continued 17 suoljeiado paoueApy Repeat mode 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen You can operate each repeat mode you selected as refer to the below TRK Rep see Playing the tracks repeatedly Track Repeat e A B Rep see Playing a specified section repeatedly A B Repeat e SENTENCE Rep see Playing specified sentences repeatedly Sentence Repeat To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button The display automatically returns to the normal playback screen if you do not operate any button for 60 seconds When there is no audio files in the built in flash memory you cannot set any repeat mode When you connect the Network Walkman to your computer the selected desired mode will be canceled You can select repeat mode only in stop mode 18 Playing the tracks repeatedly Track Repeat The Track Repeat mode is changed by pressing the SOUND REPEAT button You can check the current Track Repeat mode with the icon of the display SOUND REPEAT button Tz Track Repeat icon
6. forwarding the end point is set as point B and fast forwarding continues A B Repeat starts when you release the kied PP1 button If the track reaches the beginning while fast rewinding it jumps to the end of the track the end point is set as point B and fast rewinding continues You can fast forward or fast rewind by pressing the K lt PP1 button during A B Repeat playback If the track reaches the track start end while fast forwarding or fast rewinding playback is stopped enters Standby A B Repeat restarts when you release the k gt P button To clear the start point A and end point B e Press the SOUND REPEAT button during A B Repeat playback e Press the MENU button during A B Repeat playback Select the Group mode by pressing the GROUP button during A B Repeat playback e Select the previous or next track by pressing the Hea PP 1 button during A B Repeat playback The A B Repeat mode is not canceled To cancel the A B Repeat mode Change the Repeat mode in the menu screen page 17 continued 19 suoljeiado paodueApy Repeat mode Playing specified sentences repeatedly Sentence Repeat This function automatically detects only voice data from the setting point and repeats the voice data for setting counts This is useful for language learning material which has no background music S Tip The default repeat counts setting is 2 times for one sentence But you
7. MagicGate and allows you to transfer digital music content from a PC s hard drive to a compliant device ATRAC3 ATRAC3 which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3 is audio compression technology that satisfies the demand for high sound quality and high compression rates The ATRAC3 compression rate is approximately 10 times higher than that of the Audio CD resulting in an increased data capacity for the media ATRAC3plus ATRAC3plus which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3plus is audio compression technology that compresses data higher than ATRAC3 The ATRAC3plus is new audio compression technology that enables equal or higher quality sound comparing to ATRAC3 Bit rate Indicates the data amount per second The rate is reflected in bps bit per second 64 kbps means 64 000 bits of information per second If the bit rate is large that means a large amount of information is used to play music Comparing music of the same format e g ATRAC3plus 64 kbps data offers better sound quality than 48 kbps data However audio files in formats such as MP3 have different encoding methods and thus sound quality cannot be determined by simply comparing the bit rate 42 MP3 MP3 which stands for MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 is a format standard for music file compression It was codified by the Motion Picture Experts Group a working group of ISO International Organization for Standardization It compresses audio C
8. Select the Track Repeat mode TRK Rep first page 17 Then press the SOUND REPEAT button repeatedly to select the repeat mode you want Each press changes the Track Repeat icon as follows gt none Normal play S All Repeat i S1 Single Repeat a G1 Group Repeat Ea S 1SHUF Group Shuffle Repeat L a S SHUF All Groups Shuffle Repeat Playing a specified section repeatedly A B Repeat While playing a track you can set the start point A and end point B for a section you wish to play repeatedly laa PI button E button SOUND REPEAT button Select the A B Repeat mode A B Rep page 17 2 Press the Hi button to start playback 3 Press the SOUND REPEAT button to set the start point A while playing back B blinks l 4 TRS TIN 00 00 4 Press the SOUND REPEAT button to set the end point B A B is displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly A B 01 00 55 e You cannot set A B Repeat for a section that overlaps two or more tracks If you do not set the end point B the end point is automatically set at the end of the track e You cannot use A B Repeat in the Group mode or when the current time is displayed Tips e You can fast forward or fast rewind by pressing the k lt PP1 button after the start point A is set If the track reaches the end while fast
9. in the menu screen or press the MENU button To cancel formatting Select N in step 3 e You cannot format memory while playing music FORMAT will not be displayed in the menu screen The MP3 File Manager software and MP3 audio files transferred with this software are erased as a result of formatting If the MP3 File Manager software is erased you can restore it from the supplied CD ROM or download it from the Sony customer service website For details refer to MP3 File Manager software operation on page 45 gt Other Information Precautions On installation e Never use your Network Walkman where it will be subjected to extremes of light temperature moisture or vibration e Never leave the Network Walkman exposed to high temperature such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight On water resistance e Do not immerse the Network Walkman in water as it is not water resistant Before opening or closing the case cover be sure to wipe off water dust or sand on the exterior of the unit The unit is not water resistant with the upper lid open Do not touch the Network Walkman with wet hands when the case cover is open 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 Any sand or dust on the rubber p
10. MP3 File Manager software gt The maximum number of songs and groups that you can transfer to the built in flash memory using the MP3 File Manager software is 40 000 and 400 respectively The maximum number of songs contained in one group is 100 e Audio files with a limited playing period or playing count may not be transferred due to restrictions set by copyright holders For details on the settings of each audio file contact the distributor The number of audio files that can be transferred to is limited Available recording time is short e The free space of the built in flash memory to where you want to transfer to is not enough for the size of audio files you wish to transfer gt Transfer any unnecessary audio files back to the computer to increase free space e Non audio data is stored in the built in flash memory to where you want to transfer audio files to gt Move non audio data to the computer to increase free space The operation of the Network Walkman becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer USB hub or USB extension cable is used gt Connecting via a USB hub or USB extension is not guaranteed Connect the dedicated USB cable directly to the computer Failed to authenticate Device Media is displayed on the computer screen while connecting the Network Walkman to the computer Your Network Walkman is not connected to the computer properly gt Quit the SonicStage software an
11. Myers FL33913 Declaration of Conformity For the customers in the Netherlands Trade Name SONY Model No NW S23 Responsible Party Sony Electronics Inc Voor de Klanten in Nederland Address 16450 W Bernardo Dr Gooi de batterij niet weg maar eo CA 92127 lever deze in als klein chemisch afval KCA Telephone Number 858 942 2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice for users On the supplied software e Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage or loss of profits including claims made by third parties arising out of the use of the software supplied with this player In the event a problem occurs with this software as a result of defective manufacturing SONY will replace it However SONY bears no other responsibility The software provided with this player cannot be used with equipment other than that which is so designated Please note that due to continued efforts to improve quality the software specifications may be changed without notice
12. a playback e If the current time has not been set yet restriction has expired set the current time in the menu mode e The current time has not been set page 27 to play the song with a playback e If song cannot be played you can erase restriction it from the built in flash memory e The song is protected by the For details refer to To delete abnormal playback restriction that is not data from the built in flash memory compatible with your Network page 40 Walkman e Your Network Walkman does not support contents with a limited playing count For details refer to Note on playing songs with a limited playing count page 13 FILE ERROR e The file cannot be read Transfer the normal audio file back to the e The file is not normal computer and then format your Network Walkman For details refer to To delete abnormal data from the built in flash memory on page 40 HOLD All operation buttons are disabled Set the HOLD switch to off to operate the since the HOLD switch is set toon buttons LOW BATT The battery is low You must change the battery page 9 MEMORY FULL The memory is full or there are 400 Delete songs or groups A group without groups song is also regarded as one group To delete groups without song use the SonicStage software continued 39 uonewoju 19410 Troubleshooting Message Meaning Remedy MG ERROR An unauthorized distribution file is Transfer the normal audio file bac
13. can change the repeat counts setting Refer to Setting the repeat counts on page 21 laa PI E button Bultan SOUND REPEAT button 1 Select the Sentence Repeat mode SENTENCE Rep page 17 2 Press the Hi button to start playback 20 3 Press the SOUND REPEAT button to place the setting point during playback The Network Walkman detects spoken sections and non spoken sections from the set point and Sentence Repeat starts The spoken section is repeated once during detection and the setting is counted i 01 00 12 You cannot use Sentence Repeat in the Group mode or when the current time is displayed A spoken or non spoken section of less than 1 second will not be detected If a non spoken section is not detected until the track end the track end point is recognized as a non spoken section and Sentence Repeat begins from the previous spoken section To clear the setting point Press the SOUND REPEAT button during Sentence Repeat playback e Press the MENU button during Sentence Repeat playback e Select the Group mode by pressing the GROUP button during Sentence Repeat playback e Select the previous or next track by pressing the Haa PP 1 button during Sentence Repeat playback The Sentence Repeat mode is not canceled To cancel the Sentence Repeat mode Change the Repeat mode in the menu screen page 17 Setting the repeat counts You can
14. digital audio files from your computer to the built in flash memory and carry it anywhere to enjoy MP3 WAV and Windows Media Format Audio Files EMD Electric Music Distribution Services Audio CDs 1 Store digital audio files on your computer Download the latest audio files Store favorite songs 2 Transfer files to your Network Walkman When you transfer MP3 format audio files to your Network Walkman use MP3 File Manager software pre installed software to transfer and store them as MP3 format audio files 3 Enjoy music with your Network Walkman You can display the data stored in the built in flash memory using Windows Explorer when your Network Walkman is connected to the computer However an MP3 file cannot be played back if you drag or copy the file directly on the Windows Explorer screen When you transfer an MP3 format audio file to your Network Walkman be sure to use the MP3 File Manager software see page 45 6 Other features e Water resistant compact size light weight skip proof operation and high portability The pre installed MP3 File Manager software enables you to transfer MP3 format audio files to your Network Walkman and listen to them with your Network Walkman as MP3 format files e Continuous playback time with a battery NW S21 S23 Approximately 70 hours e Recording time NW S21 128MB built in flash memory more than 5 hours 50 minu
15. min 256 kbps 2 hr 00 min 128 kbps NW S23 ATRAC3 4 hr 10 min 132 kbps 5 hr 10 min 105 kbps 8 hr 20 min 66 kbps ATRAC3plus 2 hr 00 min 256 kbps 8 hr 30 min 64 kbps 11 hr 40 min 48 kbps MP3 2 hr 00 min 256 kbps 4 hr 00 min 128 kbps The values for ATRAC3 ATRAC3plus apply if the MP3 File Manager software has been erased from the built in flash memory Sampling frequency ATRAC3 ATRAC3plus MP3 44 1 kHz Audio compression technology Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3 ATRAC3 Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3plus ATRAC3plus MPEG Audio Layer 3 MP3 8 to 320 kbps variable bit rate compliant Frequency response 20 to 20 000 Hz single signal measurement Output Headphone Stereo mini jack Signal to noise ratio S N 80 dB or more excluding ATRAC3 66 kbps Dynamic range 85 dB or more excluding ATRAC3 66 kbps Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C 67 F to 95 F Power source Size AAA LRO3 alkaline battery Battery life continuous playback ATRAC3 format Approximately 70 hours Playback at 105 kbps ATRAC3plus format Approximately 60 hours Playback at 48 kbps MP3 format Approximately 50 hours Playback at 128 kbps Dimension 78 5 X 48 2 x 20 mm 3 s X 1 15 16 X 9 16 inches w h d projecting parts not included Mass Approx 40 g 2 oz battery not included Supplied accessories Headphones 1 Dedicated USB cable 1
16. of your Network Walkman to a computer s built in clock by connecting your Network Walkman to the computer page 26 Hea PI button BE button button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed Ey REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the k lt gt P gt i button to select DATE TIME and press the E button to confirm The year digit blinks Sit 2004s 1m 1d Pa S ZITI 3 Press the k lt gt gt i button to adjust the year setting and press the E button to confirm The month digit blinks adz E 20049 Im id L 7N 4 As you did in step 3 adjust the settings for month and date After pressing the ka gt PI button to adjust the date setting and pressing the B gt MH button to confirm the display switches to the time setting screen 5 Press the lt P1 button to adjust the hour setting and press the Hi button to confirm The minute digit blinks All 8 00 ARAY 6 As you did in step 5 adjust the settings for minute After pressing the K lt 4 P1 button to adjust the minute setting and pressing the BW button to confirm the display switches to the time setting screen EY DATE TIME 7 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen continued 27 uewyieM YIOMJON JNOA Jo sHhul yjas y Bu
17. part to your right ear as illustrated 2 Hook the headphones around your ears as you would glasses Adjust the earpieces to to Q jack comfortably fit your ears 1 J 2 D S Tip If your Network Walkman is not operated for 5 seconds while in stop mode the display 2 Start playback Press the B gt Ml button automatically turns off When the normal playback mode is selected playback stops automatically after the last song is played If playback does not start Make sure that the HOLD switch is set to off page 25 To stop playback Press the Press the B gt Ml button VOLUME i button to To adjust the volume adjust the The volume can be set in the Preset and Manual volume mode page 29 to 30 14 What is the Group function The Group function enables you to select favorite music conveniently on your Network Walkman You can transfer to audio files or play songs by album or artist using the Group function Track1 Track2 Track3 Track1 Track2 Track3 Track1 Track2 Track3 r Tracki r Tracki Track2 gt t Track2 t Track3 t Track3 e The track number is the order of songs in each group e You can switch between Track Name mode and Group mode by pressing the GROUP button e In the Group mode group names are displayed instead of track names In addition any shift operations s
18. the Operating Instructions and SonicStage Operating Instructions 1 European model only About the Serial Number The serial number provided for your device is required for the customer registration The number is on the rear side of your Network Walkman Serial Number Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to it whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product Serial No Step 2 Inserting the battery Insert the LRO3 size AAA alkaline battery with correct polarity Be sure to insert it from the side as illustrated Push to open Battery duration ATRAC3 format Approximately 70 hours ATRAC3plus format Approximately 60 hours MP3 format Approximately 50 hours The battery life may be shorter due to operating conditions and the temperature of the location On the remaining battery indication The battery icon in the display changes as shown below idid 4 mys y Ba Ga gt Ca gt Ta low battery change the battery If LOW BATT is displayed in the display you need to change the battery If you do not use the battery correctly it may become damaged from leakage and corrosion For best results Use the alkaline battery Make sure the polarity is correct Do not charge a dry cell battery Remove the battery if you do not intend to use the player for an extended period of time If you have battery leakage replace
19. the computer 4 Transfer audio files to your Network Walkman For information on transferring audio files to the built in flash memory refer to the separate manual SonicStage operating instructions After transferring be sure to close the case cover to prevent liquid from entering T Tip For information on transferring audio files back to the computer refer to the manual SonicStage operating instructions or online Help for the SonicStage software Note on playing songs with a limited playing period Timeout contents Some songs distributed via the Internet EMD service have a limited playing period If you try to play an expired song EXPIRED blinks and the next song will be played after a moment In addition an expired song cannot be played using the SonicStage software or transferred to your Network Walkman Delete any songs as needed Note on playing songs with a limited playing count Your Network Walkman does not support contents with a limited playing count When you try to play a song with a limited playing count EXPIRED will be displayed and the song will not be played 13 suonesado oiseg E Listening to music with your Network Walkman Please insert the battery before use see page 9 When using Network Walkman be sure do disconnect it from the computer 1 Connect the headphones How to use the supplied headphones 1 Hook the part to your left ear and the
20. with a new battery after cleaning the battery compartment Do not insert your finger into the battery compartment e Be sure to close the case cover to ensure liquid cannot enter If the battery compartment lid is accidentally detached attach it as illustrated Locating controls For details about each part refer to the pages in parentheses Front side Rear side 1 Ke PP 1 button 9 HOLD Locking controls switch page 16 to 17 19 to 22 24 26 to 34 page 14 25 2 H button 10 Arm band attachment hole page 16 page 14 16 to 17 19 to 22 24 26 to 11 Case cover button page 9 12 USB jack page 12 46 13 ACCESS lamp page 12 46 34 VOLUME button page 14 29 Headphone jack page 14 GROUP button page 15 23 Display page 11 18 39 For details on the display and icons 16 Strap hole for attaching the strap refer to page 11 7 SOUND REPEAT button page 18 to 20 23 8 MENU button page 16 to 22 24 26 to 34 You can switch to the Time display by pressing the MENU button for a while 14 Battery compartment page 9 15 Case cover page 9 gt Ou A jo 10 Display Text graphic information display page 17 Displa
21. Battery 9 BEEP Beep sound 31 Bit rate 42 LC CD Audio CDs 6 CD ROM 8 12 Clock 26 27 Computer 6 12 45 D DATE TIME 27 Display 11 18 39 Display mode 22 Download 6 Gi EMD service 6 13 Explorer Windows Explorer 13 25 47 50 Fast forward 16 Fast rewind 16 Formatting 34 Group 15 23 Headphones 8 14 33 HOLD function Locking the controls 25 LIGHT 32 Limiting the volume AVLS 28 Listening 14 Locking the controls HOLD function 25 MENU button 16 22 24 26 34 Menu list 44 MP3 6 12 43 45 MP3 File Manager software 45 OpenMG PC CLK Playback Regroup 42 26 33 Remaining battery indication Repeat Repeat count Reset RETURN Sentence Repeat Serial Number Shuffle Repeat Skip to the beginning of a track SonicStage Sound preset Digital sound preset Time Setting Title Track Repeat Transferring Troubleshooting 9 17 21 36 44 20 8 17 16 12 23 26 27 22 6 12 46 36 USB cable Volume WAV format Windows Explorer 8 12 46 28 6 13 25 47 51 This warranty is valid only in the United States Portable Memory Stick Audio Player Portable MiniDisc Recorder Portable CD Player Portable IC Audio Player Portable Hard Disk Audio Player LIMITED WARRANTY 7 Sony Electronics Inc Sony warrants this Product including any accessories against defects in material or workmanship as follows 1 LABOR F
22. D data to approximately one tenth its original size Because the MP3 encoding algorithm has been made publicly available there are various encoders and decoders that are compliant with this standard 43 uonewoju 194 0 Menu list Press the MENU button to display the menu mode and then use the K lt P gt 1 button select and the BH button confirm to change the settings of your Network Walkman For details about each menu refer to the pages in parentheses The menu with a gt mark will be followed by a detailed setting screen when you press the BW button to confirm Display Menu mode REPEAT MODE gt DISPLAY gt Display mode VOL Preset volume SOUND gt Digital sounds preset AVLS Automatic Volume Limiter System BEEP Operation sounds setting LIGHT LCD backlight setting DATE TIME Current time setting PC CLK Adjusting the time setting to a computer built in clock 44 Purposes You can select your favorite repeat mode page 17 You can select your favorite display mode page 22 You can preset your desired volume level page 29 You can preset your desired sound quality page 23 You can set to ON or OFF page 28 You can set to ON or OFF page 31 OFF Always off ON Turns on for three seconds after each operation page 32 You can set and display the current time page 27 You can adjust the
23. P gt 1 button to select ON and press the E button to confirm The AVLS indication is displayed The volume is kept at a moderate level 4 Press the MENU button To change the setting to OFF Select OFF in step 3 To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button Setting the volume using the preset volume function There are two modes to adjust the volume level Manual mode Press the VOLUME button to adjust the volume level in the range of 0 to 31 Preset mode Press the VOLUME button to set the volume level to any of three preset levels LO MID or HI kaa PI button BE button button VOLUME button Setting a volume level of the preset mode 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the 44 Pi button to select VOL MAN EY VOL MAN continued 29 uewyieM YAOMJON JNOA Jo s Hum s y Bunsnfpy Setting the volume using the preset volume function 3 Press the E button to confirm MAN blinks 4 Press the lt P gt 1 button to select SET gt VILL seT gt t 7TTIN f VOL 5 Press the E button to confirm VOL LO xx blinks xx stands for numeric values of the volume level alls mo VoL L xx L1 TIIN 6 Set volume levels of three pres
24. ROUP button Selecting the Sound quality Default settings GROUP button Sound SOUND1 SOUND2 SOUND OFF quality S1 S2 NORMAL SOUND Bass 1 3 0 Treble 0 0 0 To cancel the Group mode Press the GROUP button in the Group mode screen The display automatically returns to the normal playback screen if you do not operate any button for 30 seconds SOUND REPEAT button Press and hold the SOUND REPEAT button for half a second The Sound quality setting is changed as follows S1 S2 none t To return to the normal Sound quality Select SOUND OFF continued 23 suoneiado padueApy ss Adjusting treble and bass Digital sound preset Adjusting the Sound quality You can adjust the sound quality of bass and treble parts Sound quality Emphasis level Bass 4to 3 Treble 4to 3 You can preset desired sound quality settings as Sound 1 and Sound 2 While playing music you can assign a preset sound quality to music lt q PI button E button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the K4 PP1 button to select SOUND gt and press the E button to confirm Als SOUNB 2 gt TIN 24 3 Set the tone for SOUND 1 Press the K lt P 1 button to select SOUND 1 gt and press the BH button to confirm BASS 1 appears
25. S ONY 2 514 948 11 1 Portable IC Audio Player Network Walkman Operating Instructions WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone r Stereo products Wie uaciman is a trademark of Sony NLALK JTVAN Corporation NW S21 S23 2004 Sony Corporation To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture Do not install the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet To prevent fire do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers table cloths curtains etc And don t place lighted candles on the apparatus To prevent fire or shock hazard do not place objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus Note on installation If you use the unit at a place subject to static or electrical noise the track s transferring information may be corrupted This would prevent successful transferring authorization on your computer A pleine puissance l coute prolong e du baladeur peut endommager I oreille de utilisateur For the customers in the United States Owner s Record The model number is located in the front and the serial number is located on the rear side of the player see page 8 Record the serial number in the space provided below Refer to them whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product Model No Serial No INFORMATION Th
26. _1 1_Update_ENU exe MP3FileManager_1 1_Update_FRA exe Installation starts Follow the instructions of the installation wizard For other models Double click the installation file MP3FileManager_1 1_Update_ENU exe MP3FileManager_1 1_Update_KOR exe MP3FileManager_1 1_Update_CHN exe Installation starts Follow the instructions of the installation wizard The Help menu is displayed in French the Operation menu is displayed in English You can also download the MP3 File Manager software from the Sony customer service website http www support nwwalkman com for European model http www sony com walkmansupport for US and Canadian model http www css ap sony com for the other models 47 uoljeiado asemyos sabeuey alld Edin Display of MP3 File Manager MP3 File Manager oor amp B Track 1 4lbum 3 Erase Erase All 484 55 MB 487 34 MB Album list Double click this to show the included track list Double click again to hide the track list Track list Erase Click this button to erase selected albums or tracks Erase All Click this button to erase all the albums or tracks 5 Exit Clicks this button to finish the MP3 File Manager 6 A selected line turns blue You can select several albums or tracks simultaneously using the CTRL key
27. able into the USB jack on the Network Walkman then the large connector to a USB port on your computer CONNECT appears in the display T i gt Dedicated USB cable supplied Click Esys folder to open in the removable disk Double click MP3FileManager exe to start it Drag the MP3 audio files you want to transfer to your Network Walkman and drop them to the MP3 File Manager screen You can also transfer MP3 format audio files to your Network Walkman by dragging a folder MP3FileManager EOR TITLE JAlbum 1 Track 1 E Track 2 Track 3 JAlbum 2 Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 album 3 Track 1 Track 2 track 3 Erase Erase All Exit 484 55 MB 487 34 MB 46 e After transferring be sure to close the case cover to prevent liquid from entering Do not disconnect the USB cable or remove your Network Walkman when the MP3 File Manager software is running If you do operation is not guaranteed The ACCESS lamp blinks while your Network Walkman accesses the computer Do not disconnect the USB cable or remove your Network Walkman when the ACCESS lamp is blinking The data being transferred may be destroyed Install Service Pack 3 or later when you use Windows 2000 With the Network Walkman priority is given to the display of ID3 Tag information ID3 Tag is the format that adds music title or artist name information etc to an MP3 file Th
28. acking will prevent the lid from closing tightly and water may leak in Brush off the dust once in a while On the headphones 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 Network Walkman at a high volume while walking especially at pedestrian crossings You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations Preventing hearing damage Avoid using the headphones at a high volume Hearing experts advise against continuous loud and extended play If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce the 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 Warning If there is lightning when you are using your Network Walkman take off the headphones immediately On the use e When using a strap not supplied careful to avoid hooking it on objects you pass by e Do not use the Network Walkman on an aircraft e Do not use the Network Walkman in confined public areas where pacemakers for people with heart problems may be adversely affected On cleaning e Clean your Network Walkman casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution e Clean the headphone plug periodically Do n
29. ccstssicitas scsscssstaseaveviess 6 Other features ccccceseeseeseeeeeteeteeeee 7 Step 1 Checking the package contents 8 Step 2 Inserting the battery Locating controls ceeeeeeseeeeeeseeeeeees 10 LONE SIME bs scsees csccssecevesssencancsvescaseasveres 10 Rear side Display acina inae Basic Operations Transferring audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman 12 Note on playing songs with a limited playing period Timeout contents 13 Note on playing songs with a limited Playing count wee eeeeteeeeneeeeeeeee 13 Listening to music with your Network Walkman oi eccssswisescscetapvestvessstenesstetee 14 What is the Group function 15 On other operations eeeeenereeeees 16 Advanced Operations Repeat mode eeeesceseeseeeeteeeeeeeeeeseeees 17 Selecting the repeat mode 17 Playing the tracks repeatedly Track Repeat o 18 Playing a specified section repeatedly A B Repeat c ce eeeceseeseeeeeeneeeeees 19 Playing specified sentences repeatedly Sentence Repeat oe Setting the repeat counts Changing the display mode 00 Selecting the group display mode 23 Adjusting treble and bass Digital sound preset e eee Selecting the Sound quality 0 0 0 0 Adjusting the Sound quality re Locking the controls HOLD Storing non audio data 0 cece Adjusting the settings of you
30. creen To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button You cannot regroup songs while playing music REGROUP will not be displayed in the menu screen 6 Tip In some cases you may not be able to restore the former grouping When you need to edit audio file connect your Network Walkman to the computer and use the SonicStage software 33 suonouny 18410 Formatting memory FORMAT You can use your Network Walkman to format the built in flash memory If memory is formatted all data previously stored in the memory will be erased Be sure to verify the data stored in the memory prior to formatting kaa PI button E button button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the K 4 PP1 button to select FORMAT and press the E button to confirm lt gt l l gt Ey FORMAF N ZN TIN You cannot format memory while playing music 3 Press the k lt gt gt l button to select Y and press the w E button to confirm Really is displayed 34 4 Press the PHE button FORMATTING blinks and formatting Starts When formatting is complete COMPLETE is displayed and the display returns to the indication in step 2 5 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN
31. d verify the connection of the dedicated USB cable Restart the SonicStage software Other Symptom Cause Remedy There is no beep sound when your Network BEEP is set to OFF gt In the menu mode set BEEP to ON page 31 Walkman is operated Your Network Walkman Sometimes during normal conditions the player becomes slightly gets warm warm 38 Messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display Message Meaning Remedy ACCESS Accessing the built in flash Please wait for access to complete This memory message appears while transferring audio files and during initialization of the built in flash memory AVLS The volume level exceeds the rated Turn the volume down or disable the value while the AVLS is enabled AVLS CANNOT PLAY e Your Network Walkman cannot If the file cannot be played you can erase play certain files because of it from the built in flash memory incompatible formats For details refer to To delete abnormal e Transferring has been interrupted data from the built in flash memory forcefully page 40 CONNECT Your Network Walkman is You can operate your Network Walkman connected to the computer using the SonicStage or MP3 File Manager software but you cannot operate the controls on your Network Walkman ERROR A malfunction is detected Please consult your nearest Sony dealer EXPIRED e The song with
32. e Network Walkman supports version 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 Use of your Network Walkman with a USB hub or a USB extension cable is not guaranteed Always connect your Network Walkman to the computer directly using the dedicated USB cable Some USB devices connected to the computer may interfere with the proper operation of your Network Walkman The control buttons on your Network Walkman are all disabled while it is connected to a computer You can display the data stored in the built in flash memory using Windows Explorer when your Network Walkman is connected to the computer MP3 audio files compliant with the MP3 File Manager software are the one sampling frequency rate of 44 1 kHz bit rate 8 320 kbps If the MP3 File Manager software is accidentally erased by formatting etc you can restore it from the supplied CD ROM by following the procedure below 1 Connect your Network Walkman to your computer with the USB cable 2 Insert the supplied CD ROM into your computer 3 Open the CD ROM select the MP3FileManager folder and open it with Windows Explorer 4 For European US and Canadian models Select the folder English French and open it with Windows Explorer For other models Select the folder English Korean Simplified Chinese suitable for your computer s OS and open it with Windows Explorer 5 For European US and Canadian models Double click the installation file MP3FileManager
33. een To change the setting to OFF Select OFF in step 3 To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button gt Other functions Regrouping songs REGROUP The songs group function may be disabled when a song has been deleted from or added the built in flash memory by operating the computer in which the SonicStage software is not installed page 12 In such a case you may enable the group function by regrouping audio file When you need to edit audio file make sure that you connect your Network Walkman to the computer and use the SonicStage software The order of songs will not be changed even if the song group function is disabled kaa PI button BE button button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the K4 PP1 button to select REGROUP and press the E button to confirm Al E REGROUP N 4 71 S You cannot regroup audio file while playing music 3 Press the k lt gt gt i button to select Y and press the w E button to confirm Really is displayed Ey Really 4 Press the BM button Regrouping starts and REGROUPING blinks When regrouping audio file is complete COMPLETE is displayed and the display returns to the indication in step 2 5 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal s
34. entication of the SonicStage software e Another application is running on the computer gt Wait for a while and reconnect the USB cable If the problem persists disconnect the USB cable restart the computer and then reconnect the USB cable e The dedicated USB cable is disconnected gt Connect the dedicated USB cable e A USB hub is used gt Connecting via a USB hub is not guaranteed Connect the dedicated USB cable directly to the computer Your Network Walkman is not recognized by the computer when it is connected to the computer The dedicate USB cable is disconnected gt Connect the dedicated USB cable Song cannot be transferred to your Network Walkman The dedicated USB cable is not connected properly gt Connect the USB cable properly e The free space of the built in flash memory to where you want to transfer audio files to is insufficient gt Transfer any unnecessary songs back to your computer to increase free space e You have already transferred to 400 songs or 400 groups to the built in flash memory using the SonicStage software gt The maximum number of songs or groups that you can transfer to the built in flash memory using the SonicStage software is 400 continued 37 uonewoju 194 0 Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy Song cannot be transferred to your Network Walkman e You have already transferred to 40 000 songs or 400 groups to the built in flash memory using the
35. es This warranty is valid only in the United States s ee Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the unit is within the Warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service This warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from the Product REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIB ITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICU LAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In addition if you enter into a service contract with the Sony Partnership within 90 days of the date of sale the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state For your convenience Sony Electronics Inc has established telephone numbers for frequently asked questions To locate the servicer or dealer nearest you or for service ass
36. et levels LO MID or HI Press the VOLUME button to set the volume level of the LO preset Press the K lt P PI button to select VOL MID xx and then press the VOLUME button to set the volume level of the MID preset Press the Kd PP1 button to select VOL HI xx and then press the VOLUME button to set the volume level of the HI preset 7 Press the E button to confirm 8 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen With these settings you can adjust the volume level to any of three preset levels LO MID or HI 30 To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button If AVLS page 28 is set the actual volume may be lower than the settings Releasing AVLS returns the volume to the preset level Switching to the manual mode 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed 2 Press the 44 Pi button to select VOL SET EY VOL SET gt 3 Press the E button to confirm SET gt blinks 4 Press the k lt gt P gt lI button to select MAN eaney a MAN ZII amp VOL oO Press the E button to confirm 6 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen With this setting you can adjust the volume level by pressing the VOLUME button To change the setting to ON Turning off the Select
37. ion on page 45 1 Install the SonicStage software in your computer using the supplied CD ROM Follow step 1 only for the first time when you connect your Network Walkman to the computer For details refer to the manual SonicStage operating instructions N Import audio files into the SonicStage software For details refer to the manual SonicStage operating instructions Q Connect your Network Walkman to your computer Connect the small connector of the dedicated USB cable into the USB jack on the Network Walkman then the large connector to a USB port on your computer CONNECT appears in the display to the USB jack ze T Dedicated USB cable supplied mp 12 The ACCESS lamp blinks while your Network Walkman accesses the computer Do not disconnect the USB cable when the ACCESS lamp is blinking The data being transferred may be destroyed e Use of your Network Walkman with a USB hub or a USB extension cable is not guaranteed Always connect your Network Walkman to the computer directly using the dedicated USB cable Some USB devices connected to the computer may interfere with the proper operation of your Network Walkman e The control buttons on your Network Walkman are all disabled while it is connected to a computer e You can display the data stored in the built in flash memory using Windows Explorer when your Network Walkman is connected to
38. is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference using one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment If you have any questions about this product Visit www sony com walkmansupport Contact Sony Customer Information Services Center at 866 456 7669 Write Sony Customer Information Services Center 12451 Gateway Blvd Fort
39. istance or resolution of a service problem or for product information or operation contact www sony com walkmansupport Sony Network Portable Audio Support Line 1 866 456 7669 For an accessory or part not available from your authorized dealer call 1 800 488 SONY 7669 Printed on 100 recycled paper using VOC http www sony net Volatile Organic Compound free vegetable oil based ink Printed in Japan
40. k to the detected for copyright protection computer and then format your Network Walkman For details refer to To delete abnormal data from the built in flash memory on page 40 NO DATA There is no audio files in the built If there is no audio files in the built in in flash memory flash memory use the SonicStage software to transfer audio files To delete abnormal data from the built in flash memory If CANNOT PLAY EXPIRED FILE ERROR or MG ERROR is displayed there is a problem with all or part of the data stored in the built in flash memory Please follow the procedures below to erase data you cannot play 1 Connect your Network Walkman to the computer and start the SonicStage software 2 If you have already specified the data with problems such as expired songs erase the data from the Portable Player window of the SonicStage software 3 If the problem persists transfer all data without problems back to the computer using the SonicStage software while your Network Walkman is connected to the computer 4 Disconnect your Network Walkman from the computer and then format the built in flash memory using the FORMAT menu page 34 40 Specifications Maximum recording time Approx NW S21 ATRAC3 2 hr 00 min 132 kbps 2 hr 30 min 105 kbps 4 hr 10 min 66 kbps ATRAC3plus 1 hr 00 min 256 kbps 4 hr 10 min 64 kbps 5 hr 50 min 48 kbps MP3 1 hr 00
41. l be automatically scrolled JJ Title artis Track info Track information display mode The track title CODEC and bit rate are displayed When the information includes more than 12 characters the information will be automatically scrolled JJ Titte Codec7 While searching fast forwarding or fast rewinding a track the current playing position is displayed 22 Kid PPI PE button Dutton button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the K lt P1 button to select DISPLAY gt and press the E button to confirm The selected display mode blinks ce ANAND a fa LapTime ZITTI 3 Press the lt P1 button to select a desired display mode and press the E button to confirm The display switches to the selected display mode EY DISPLAY gt 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button Note z The display automatically returns to the normal Adj ust I ng t reble Roe if you do not press any buttons for and bass Dig ital sound preset Selecting the group display You can adjust the treble and bass You can preset two settings which can be selected mode during playback For any menu mode you can select the group display by pressing the G
42. lt in clock If the function is set to ON the time setting of your Network Walkman is automatically adjusted to the computer s built in clock when your Network Walkman is connected and audio file transferring is executed the SonicStage software must be started ON is selected by default You cannot play a song with a limited playing period without the time setting of your Network Walkman Be sure to adjust the time setting To set the date and time on your Network Walkman refer to Adjusting the current time setting DATE TIME on page 27 laa PI button E button Changing the setting to OFF The time setting of your Network Walkman does not change even when your Network Walkman is connected to a computer 26 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the lt gt 1 button to select PC CLK and press the E button to confirm te fy PC CL K 0N gt TTN 3 Press the k gt gt i button to select OFF and press the E button to confirm 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen To change the setting to ON Select ON in step 3 To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button Adjusting the current time setting DATE TIME You can set and display the current time You can also adjust the time setting
43. nsnfpy Adjusting the current time setting DATE TIME To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button To display the current time Press the MENU button and hold it You can display the current time while pressing the button If the unit is not used for a long time your settings of the date and time may be reset If the current time is not set the display for the date and time will be If PC CLK is set to ON page 26 the time setting of your Network Walkman is automatically adjusted to a computer s built in clock when your Network Walkman is connected to the computer Depending on the shipping area the time display format of the unit is set to a 12 hour display or a 24 hour display You cannot switch between a 12 hour display and a 24 hour display in the unit A 24 hour display is shown in this manual 28 Limiting the volume AVLS You can set AVLS Automatic Volume Limiter System to limit the maximum volume to prevent auditory disturbance or distraction With AVLS you can listen to music at a comfortable volume level kaa PI button E button MENU button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the K 4 PP1 button to select AVLS and press the E button to confirm OFF blinks ils Ey AULS 0FF fo s TITS 3 Press the lt
44. or Shift key Audio files transferred to the built in flash memory using SonicStage software are not displayed on the MP3 File Manager screen In addition audio files transferred to the built in flash memory using MP3 File Manager software are not displayed on the SonicStage software screen Erasing audio file You can erase a song stored in the built in flash memory by track or album using MP3 File Manager DEK MP3 File Manager TITLE Album 1 E Tracki fE Track 2 E Track 3 Album 3 Erase All Exit 484 55 MB 487 34 MB Ordering audio file You can move a song stored in the built in flash memory by track or album using MP3 File Manager EER MP3 File Manager TITLE Album 1 Album 3 Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Album 2 Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Erase Erase All Exit 484 55 MB 487 34 MB 1 Open the MP3 File Manager 1 Open the MP3 File Manager 2 Select the title you want to erase 2 Select the title you want to move 3 Click the _ Erase_ button in the screen Tip You can select several albums or tracks simultaneously using CTRL key or Shift key However albums and tracks cannot be selected simultaneously 3 Move it by drag and drop 49 uoljeiado asemyos sabeuey alld SdiN A B Repeat 19 ACCESS lamp 12 46 Accessories 8 ATRAC3 42 ATRAC3plus 42 Audio CDs 6 AVLS Limiting the volume 11 28 Backlight 32
45. or a period of 90 days from the date of purchase if this Product is determined to be defective Sony will repair or replace the Product at its option at no charge or pay the labor charges to any Sony autho rized service facility After the Warranty Period you must pay for all labor charges 2 PARTS In addition Sony will supply at no charge new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts for a period of one 1 year After 90 days from the date of purchase labor for removal and installation is available from Sony authorized service facilities or a Sony Service Center at your expense To obtain warranty service you must take the Product or deliver the Product freight prepaid in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to any authorized Sony service facility This warranty does not cover customer instruction installation set up adjustments or signal reception prob lems This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negli gence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the Product including the antenna This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance connection to improper voltage supply or attempted repair by anyone other than a facility authorized by Sony to service the Product This warranty does not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or consumables such as fuses or batteri
46. ot use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as it may mar the finish of the casing If you have any questions or problems concerning your Network Walkman please consult your nearest Sony dealer 35 UON EWOJU 19410 Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using your Network Walkman use this troubleshooting guide to help you to remedy the problem prior to consult a Sony dealer Should any problem persist consult your nearest Sony dealer For trouble concerning operations while connected to your computer please refer to Troubleshooting in the online help of the supplied software in addition To reset the player If your Network Walkman does not operate normally or if there is no sound even after checking the troubleshooting guide below remove the battery then re insert it What happened On operating Symptom Cause Remedy There is no sound Noise is generated e The volume level is set to zero gt Turn the volume up page 14 e The headphone jack is not connected properly gt Connect the headphone jack properly page 14 e The headphone plug is dirty gt Clean the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth e Songs with a limited playing period is played gt Songs with an expired playing period cannot be played e No audio files are stored in the memory gt If NO DATA is displayed transfer audio file s from the compu
47. press the Kd PP button to adjust the emphasis level of bass sound and press the BE button to confirm TREBLE 0 appears press the Hea _ PP 1 button to adjust the emphasis level of treble sound and press the BW button to confirm 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen To adjust the SOUND 2 setting Select SOUND 2 in step 3 To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button Locking the controls HOLD You can protect your Network Walkman against accidental operation by using the HOLD function when carrying it HOLD switch Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow All operation buttons are disabled If you press buttons while the HOLD switch is on HOLD blinks in the display To release the HOLD function Slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction of the arrow Storing non audio data You can transfer data from the hard disk of your computer to the built in flash memory using Windows Explorer The built in flash memory is displayed in Windows Explorer as an external drive for example as the D drive If you store a lot of non audio data into the built in flash memory the space for audio data is reduced by the same amount 25 suoljeiado padueApy gt Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Adjusting the time setting of your Network Walkman to a computer s bui
48. r Network Walkman Adjusting the time setting of your Network Walkman to a computer s built in clock wo eects 26 Adjusting the current time setting DATE TIME 000 eeeeeeeeeeeseteteteteeeees 27 Limiting the volume AVLS 0 28 Setting the volume using the preset volume function 0 eee 29 Setting a volume level of the preset MOLE aar deeds ie 29 Switching to the manual mode 30 Turning off the beep sound BEEP 231 Changing the backlight setting Other functions Regrouping songs REGROUP 33 Formatting memory FORMAT 34 Other Information PECAULONS 23055 s szscccdsssdesapesseessngvistsesasseses 35 Troubleshooting cceseseeeseeeeeeeeeeseeees To reset the player f What happened oe eee 36 Messagess isivcscesecssiuertteess eai 39 Specifications z Glossy re nans aeie i aE EEE Menu list senorenorsinjanre e MP3 File Manager software operation What you can do with the MP3 File Manager saeir etre 45 Transferring MP3 audio files from the computer to your Network Walkmantsssssistedecisdeiosesssadaavavieesciasesaes 46 Display of MP3 File Manager 48 Erasing audio file Ordering audio file ote 49 IND OX iaiia 50 Overview What you can do with your Network Walkman First you need to install the SonicStage software into your computer MP3 File Manager software is pre installed in your Network Walkman You can easily transfer
49. s shown in the illustration and wrap the arm band around your upper arm Components of the supplied arm band Metal part of arm band Sus M7 Rubber part of arm band polyurethane Surface nylon ester e Do not secure the arm band too tightly and be aware of the length of time you wear it If it becomes uncomfortable remove it e Take care your shirt fabric is not torn by the hook and loop fastener when wearing the arm band gt Advanced Operations Repeat mode There are three types of repeat mode Track Repeat A B Repeat and Sentence Repeat Track Repeat TRK Rep This mode plays back tracks repeatedly in the following five ways Track Repeat Operation mode All Repeat All tracks repeatedly Single Repeat Current track repeatedly Group Repeat Current group repeatedly Group Shuffle Current group repeatedly Repeat in random order All Groups Shuffle All groups repeatedly Repeat in random order Tracks in a group play back in order A B Repeat A B Rep This mode plays back the specified section in a track repeatedly Sentence Repeat SENTENCE Rep This mode plays back voice data within a specified section in a track repeatedly Selecting the repeat mode button E button kaa PI button 1 Press the MENU button in stop mode The menu screen is displayed Ey REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the K 4 PP1 button to select
50. set the repeat counts 1 9 of one sentence for the Sentence Repeat mode kaa PI button BE button button 1 Press the MENU button The menu screen is displayed EY REPEATMODE gt 2 Press the 44 PPi button to select REPEAT MODE gt and press the Hi button to confirm 3 Press the k lt gt P gt i button to select SENTENCE Rep and press the Hi button to confirm COUNT is displayed on the screen vile GA COUNF 2 TIN 4 Press the lt gt 1 button to select a desired repeat counts and press the Hi button to confirm 5 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen To cancel the Menu mode Select RETURN in the menu screen or press the MENU button 21 suoijeiado padueapy Changing the display mode You can view information such as track numbers or titles in the display while music is played or stopped Change the display mode by operating the Kd PP1 button in the Menu mode Lap Time Elapsed time display mode The following will be displayed after a music title and artist name are displayed Track number Play status Elapsed time Play Displays Jd and JJ alternately Stop Displays JJ Search track Displays PI or Ke Fast forward Fast rewind Displays P or lt lt Title Title display mode When the music title includes more than 12 characters the title wil
51. ter Buttons do not work e The HOLD switch is set to on gt Set the HOLD switch to off page 25 e Your Network Walkman contains moisture condensation gt Keep your Network Walkman aside for a few hours e The remaining battery power is insufficient gt Replace the battery page 9 The volume is not loud enough The AVLS is enabled gt Disable the AVLS page 28 There is no sound from the right channel of the The headphone jack is not fully connected gt Connect the headphone jack fully page 14 headphones Playback has stopped The remaining battery power is insufficient suddenly gt Replace the battery page 9 36 On the display window Symptom Cause Remedy The backlight is not turned on LIGHT is set to OFF gt In the menu mode set LIGHT to ON page 32 O is displayed for a title Characters that cannot be displayed on your Network Walkman are involved gt Use the supplied SonicStage software to rename the title with appropriate characters On the connection with the computer or supplied software Symptom Cause Remedy The software cannot be An operating system not compatible with the software is used installed gt For details refer to the separate manual SonicStage operating instructions CONNECT is not displayed when connecting to the computer with the dedicated USB cable e Please wait for the auth
52. tes NW S23 256MB built in flash memory more than 11 hours 40 minutes e The supplied SonicStage software enables you to record songs from audio CDs to the hard disk of your computer using the ATRAC3plus format high sound quality high compression e Sentence Repeat Useful function for learning a foreign language e High speed data transfer using the dedicated USB cable e Backlight LCD screen song titles and artist names can be displayed e Group function you can select songs to be played by album e Storage function you can store a variety of data as well as audio files Differs according to the data format In this case the figure for the battery duration is when continuously playing ATRAC3 format audio files 2 Differs according to the bit rate when recording In this case the figure for the recordable time is when recording at 48kbps ATRAC3plus format NOTES The recorded music is limited to private use only Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording downloading or damaged data due to problems of the Network Walkman or computer Step 1 Checking the package contents Please check the accessories in the package NW S21 S23 e Network Walkman 1 e Headphones 1 e Arm band 1 e CD ROM for the SonicStage software 1 e Operating Instructions 1 e SonicStage Operating Instructions 1 e CD ROM for
53. time setting of your Network Walkman to a computer built in clock page 26 Display Menu mode FORMAT gt Formatting memory REGROUP gt Regrouping data RETURN Purposes You can format the built in flash memory page 34 You can restore the group function page 33 You can switch to the normal mode by selecting RETURN and pressing the BH button gt MP3 File Manager software operation What you can do with the MP3 File Manager You can transfer MP3 audio files easily using the MP3 File Manager software to your Network Walkman in the same format MP3 unlike the SonicStage software which converts MP3 audio files into ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus format The MP3 File Manager software is pre installed on the Network Walkman at the factory thereby no installation is necessary However be sure to install the SonicStage software from the supplied CD ROM in your computer before using the MP3 File Manager software The computer will not recognize your Network Walkman unless you install the SonicStage software in the supplied CD ROM first If you use a computer that is not installed with the SonicStage software you need to install the driver file for your Network Walkman from the Sony customer service website http www support nwwalkman com for European model http www sony com walkmansupport for US and Canadian model http www css ap sony com for the other models
54. uch as Skip or Repeat are performed by group Transferring by group The audio files transferred to the SonicStage software are always grouped when transferred to the built in flash memory Tip A group created by SonicStage software has priority over one created by MP3 File Manager software on your Network Walkman continued 15 suonesado oiseg Listening to music with your Network Walkman On other operations kaa PI button E button S Tip You can switch to the Group mode by pressing the GROUP button To kaa PP1 button operation Skip to the beginning Press the P button of the next track once group Skip to the beginning Press the k lt button of the current track once group Fast forward Press the P button and hold it Fast rewind Press the k button and hold it Pressing and holding of the K lt PP1 button during stop mode allows you to skip to the beginning of the next current and previous track group continuously 2 Fast forward and fast rewind speed become faster if the operation is continued for five seconds To use the arm band You can enjoy music while exercising skating dancing or playing sports by using the supplied arm band with your Network Walkman Attach the arm band attachment to your Network Walkman and adjust the headphone cord length by winding the cord around the arm band attachment 2 3 times Secure the band a
55. ys track number track name current date and time page 22 to 28 MESSAGE page 13 39 and menu Press the MENU button to switch the display mode For details refer to Changing the display mode on page 22 Repeat mode indication page 18 The current repeat mode is displayed 3 AVLS indication page 28 The indication appears while the AVLS function is activated 4 Digital sound preset indication page 23 to 24 The current sound setting is displayed 5 Remaining battery indication page 9 The remaining battery power is displayed 11 Basic Operations Transferring audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman Before connecting your Network Walkman to the computer for the first time be sure to install the SonicStage software from the supplied CD ROM in your computer Even if the SonicStage software is already installed you need to install the SonicStage software supplied with this Network Walkman before connecting your Network Walkman to the computer update programs may be available You can transfer ATRAC3 ATRAC3plus format audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman using the installed SonicStage software Follow the procedure below You can also transfer MP3 format audio files using the MP3 File Manager that is pre installed in your Network Walkman For details refer to MP3 File Manager software operat

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