Sony NW-E405 Operating Instructions

Sony NW-E405 - Network Walkman Player Manual

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    2-630-434-12(1) NW-E403/E405/E407 Operating Instructions GB Network Walkman Portable IC Audio Player To go to the section you want to read, click the title in the PDF Bookmarks, the title in the "Table of Contents" of the Operating Instructions, or the page in the sentences. © 2005 Sony Corporation
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    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: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
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    E407 only Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone Number: SONY NW-E405 NW-E407 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 USA 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
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    respective holders. In this manual, TM and ® marks are not specified. This manual explains how to operate your Network Walkman. For details on how to use the SonicStage (supplied software), refer to the SonicStage operating instructions. The SonicStage operating instructions are installed with the
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    36 Other functions Formatting memory (Format 37 Changing the USB connection setting (USB Bus Powered 38 Displaying the player information (Information 39 Other Information Precautions 40 When disposing of your Network Walkman 41 Troubleshooting 42 To reset the player 42 What happened 42
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    . EMD (Electric Music 1 Distribution) Services Store digital audio files on your computer. Audio CDs MP3, WAV and Windows® Media Format Audio Files 2 Transfer files to your Network Walkman. Download the latest audio files! Store favorite songs! 3 Enjoy music with your Network Walkman. USB
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    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
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    the accessories in the package. • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) NW-E403/E405 • Extension headphone cord (NW-E407 only) (1) • Carrying pouch (NW-E407 only) (1) • Clip (1) • CD-ROM for the SonicStage software, PDF file Operating Instructions, and PDF file SonicStage Operating Instructions
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    Locating controls For details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses. Front side Rear side 9 1 5 7 0 2 6 3 8 4 qa 1 Shuttle switch (pages 17 to 22, 25, 27 to 39) 2 Nx button (pages 14 to 25, 27 to 29, 31 to 39) 3 SEARCH/MENU button (pages 15, 17 to 25, 27 to 29, 31 to 39) 4
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    3 Playing status indicator Display current playback mode (N: playback, x: stop) and elapsed time. 4 Repeat mode indication (page 22) The current repeat mode icon is displayed. 5 Digital sound preset indication (pages 28 to 29) The current digital sound preset is displayed if set. 6 Remaining battery
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    connect your Network Walkman to the computer. Refer to the Quick Start Guide. Refer to the SonicStage operating instructions for details. z Tip The SonicStage operating instructions are installed with the SonicStage software in your computer. 2 Import audio files into the SonicStage software. For
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    time will be longer. It will also be longer if you transfer audio file(s) to your Network Walkman while charging. Battery duration*2 ATRAC3 format: Approximately 50 hours ATRAC3plus format: Approximately 45 hours MP3 format: Approximately 40 hours *2 This is when the power save setting is normal
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    operating instructions or online Help for the SonicStage software. Note If the USB cable is disconnected while data is being transferred, unnecessary data may be left in the Network Walkman. In this case, transfer usable audio files (including non-audio data) back to your computer and format (page
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    to music with your Network Walkman Charge the built-in rechargeable battery before use (page 12) and transfer audio files to your Network Walkman. Note When using Network Walkman, be sure to disconnect it from the computer. 1 Connect the headphones. To use the headphones extension cord (NW-E407
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    Group) * The audio files transferred from your computer with the SonicStage software are always grouped when transferred to the built-in flash memory. On the search flow and Play Range Press the SEARCH/MENU button to display the search menu screen. Proceed to the next stage by pressing the Nx button
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    to music with your Network Walkman Example of searching 1 Display the search menu screen to select " Artist". 2 Select " Artist B" from the artist list. 3 Select " Album5" from the album list of Artist B. The track list of Album5 is displayed. In this case, the track list becomes the Play Range
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    (page 21), the playback will stop automatically at the end of the Play Range. To return to the previous stage Press the SEARCH/MENU button. The screen returns to the playback screen by pressing the SEARCH/MENU button while the first stage of the search menu screen (the screen of step 1) is displayed
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    Listening to music with your Network Walkman Searching by album name and playing back the song Nx button Shuttle switch the Play Range. To return to the previous stage Press the SEARCH/MENU button. The screen returns to the playback screen by pressing the SEARCH/MENU button while the first stage of
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    (page 21), the playback will stop automatically at the end of the Play Range. To return to the previous stage Press the SEARCH/MENU button. The screen returns to the playback screen by pressing the SEARCH/MENU button while the first stage of the search menu screen (the screen of step 1) is displayed
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    Listening to music with your Network Walkman On other operations Nx button Shuttle switch On the -rewind speed becomes gradually faster. You can skip to the beginning of the album or group within the Play Range in the Group Control Mode. To Skip to the beginning of the next album/ group*1*2 Skip
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    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 Nx button Shuttle switch to > to . SEARCH/ MENU button 1 Press and hold the SEARCH/ MENU
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    button for 60 seconds. • When there are 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 repeat mode will be canceled. • When you change the Play Range, the selected repeat mode will be canceled. • You
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    (A-B Rep) (page 21). 2 Press the Nx button to start playback. "A t" blinks. 3 Press the REPEAT/SOUND button to set the start point (A) while playing back. "A t" is displayed and "B" blinks. Track 1 Artist 01:23 A B 1/32 2 Notes • You cannot set A-B Repeat for a section that overlaps two or more
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    Playing specified sentences repeatedly (Sentence Repeat) This function automatically detects voice data between blank spaces (silent spaces) and repeats the voice data for a set number of counts. This is useful for language-learning material which has no background music The Network Walkman detects
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    count and press the Nx button to confirm. To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. 25
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    view various information in the display while music is played or stopped. Change the display mode by pressing the DISPLAY button. There are 4 types of display, and you can set the desired display in the Menu mode (page 27). • Property: Displays the current Play Range, the current album number/total
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    Advanced Operations Changing the display mode DISPLAY button Press the DISPLAY button while music is played or stopped. (normal display) Property Lap Meter Bubble Clock Note The diagram above shows the order when all the display types are set to on (
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    marked, the above steps will uncheck it. Adjusting the treble and bass (Digital sound preset) You can adjust the treble and bass. You can preset Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. Press and hold the REPEAT/ SOUND
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    can preset the desired sound quality settings as "Sound 1" and "Sound 2" and select either one while playing music. Nx button Shuttle switch to > to . SEARCH/ MENU button 1 Press and hold the SEARCH/ MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. 29
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    HOLD) You can protect your Network Walkman against accidental operation by using data into the builtin flash memory, the space for audio data is reduced by the same amount. • Do not edit any file in the [OMGAUDIO] folder of the built-in flash memory on Windows Explorer, as audio files will not play
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    Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman B Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Adjusting the current time setting ( 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select "Date-Time>" and press the Nx button to confirm. The year digit is displayed in [ ]. Y M Dh m [2005] 01 / 01 15 : 00 3 Rotate
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    mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. To display the current time Press to prevent auditory disturbance or distraction. With AVLS, you can listen to music at a comfortable volume level. Nx button Shuttle switch to > to .
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    your Network Walkman 2 mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. z Tip "AVLS" is displayed (Volume Mode) There are two modes to adjust the volume level. Manual Volume: Press the VOL +/- button to adjust the volume level from
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    the Shuttle switch to select "Manual Volume" and press the Nx button to confirm. With this setting, you can adjust the volume level by pressing the VOL +/- button. To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode
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    Network Walkman to Power Save mode to turn off the display automatically when you do not operate the unit for a while (15 seconds). • Normal: is animated while playing back music (Power Save display). • Super (Disp OFF): nothing in the display. This setting uses the least battery stage. Press repeatedly
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    your Network Walkman. Nx button Shuttle switch to > to . 3 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select "Beep OFF", and press the Nx button to confirm. To change the setting to "ON" Select "Beep ON" in step 3. To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage
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    Other functions B Other functions 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. Nx button Shuttle
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    supply is insufficient, incomplete data transfer may occur from the computer to your Network Walkman. In this case, setting the USB connection return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. z Tips • When you connect the Network Walkman to a notebook computer, connect
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    Displaying the player information (Information) Information such as product name, built-in flash memory capacity, serial number and software version can serial number 4: software version To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly
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    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. the finish of the casing. If you have any questions or problems concerning your Network Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. 40
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    Other Information When disposing of your Network Walkman This Network Walkman has a built-in Lithium-Ion battery. When you dispose of the Network Walkman, be sure to dispose of it properly. Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your
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    Sony dealer. If a problem occurs while connected to your computer, also refer to "Troubleshooting" in the online help of the supplied software. 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
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    (page 14). The remaining battery power is insufficient. c Charge the battery (page 12). On the display window Symptom "s" is displayed for a title. Cause/Remedy Characters that cannot be displayed on your Network Walkman are involved. c Use the supplied SonicStage software to rename the title
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    . A song(s) cannot be transferred to your Network Walkman. An operating system not compatible with the software is used. c For details, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions. • Please wait for authentication of the SonicStage software. • Another application is running on the computer
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    is not connected to the computer properly. c Quit the SonicStage software and verify the connection of the dedicated USB cable. Restart the SonicStage software. Other Symptom There is no beep sound when your Network Walkman is operated. Your Network Walkman gets warm. Cause/Remedy Beep is set to
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    Troubleshooting Messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display. Message Meaning AVLS (blinks) CANNOT PLAY The volume level exceeds the rated value while the AVLS is enabled. • Your Network Walkman cannot play certain files because of incompatible formats. •
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    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
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    kbps) 11 hr. 40 min. (48 kbps) MP3 2 hr. 10 min. (256 kbps) 4 hr. 20 min. (128 kbps) NW-E405 ATRAC3 8 hr. 30 min. (132 kbps) 10 Battery life (continuous playback)* ATRAC3 format: Approximately 50 hours (Playback at 105 kbps) ATRAC3plus format: Approximately 45 hours (Playback at 48 kbps) MP3 format
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    oz) Supplied accessories Headphones (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) Extension headphone cord (NW-E407 only) (1) Carrying pouch (NW-E407 only) (1) Clip (1) CD-ROM for the SonicStage software, PDF file Operating Instructions, and PDF file SonicStage Operating Instructions (1) Quick Start Guide Design and
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    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
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    Other Information 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 CD data to approximately one tenth its
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    select) and the Nx button (to confirm) to change the settings of your Network Walkman. For details about each menu, refer to the pages in parentheses. The menu 31). Display (Menu mode) Advanced Menu> Purpose Format> (Formatting memory) You can format the built-in flash memory (page 37). USB Bus
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    Clock Computer 6 8, 11 12 26, 31 6, 11, 12 D Date-Time Display Display mode Download 31 10, 15, 22, 26 26 6 E EMD service 6 Explorer (Windows Explorer) 13, 30 F Fast-forward 20 Fast-rewind 20 Formatting 37 G Group 15, 19, 20 H Headphones 8, 14, 40 HOLD function (Locking the
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    21 Skip to the beginning of a track 20 SonicStage 11 Sound preset (Digital sound preset) 28 T Time Setting Track Repeat Transferring Troubleshooting 31 22 6, 11 42 U USB cable 12 USB connection setting (USB Bus Powered) 38 V Volume 14, 33 W WAV format Windows Explorer 6 13, 30 54
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NW-E403/E405/E407
Network Walkman
Portable IC
Audio Player
© 2005 Sony Corporation
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