Sony NWZ-S616FRED Operation Guide
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- Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 1
Table of Contents Menu Index Operation Guide NWZ-S515 / S516 / S615F / S616F / S618F ©2007 Sony Corporation 3-219-717-12 (1) - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 2
, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) and photos to a computer, to transfer them to the player, and to play them back. Precautions explains important notes to prevent accidents. Troubleshooting explains symptoms, causes and remedies when the player has problems. This Operation Guide explains - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 3
Table of Contents Menu Hints You can jump to the indicated page by clicking a page number in the table of contents, in the Home menu list, or in the index. You can jump to the indicated page by clicking a page reference indication (e.g. page 4) on each page. To search for a reference - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 4
(Clear Stereo 43 Correcting Sound in the High Range (DSEE(Sound Enhancer 44 Adjusting the Volume Level (Dynamic Normalizer 46 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Playing a Video 47 Setting the Video Orientation 49 Setting the Display of the Video Screen 51 Setting the Zoom Function - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 5
NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Listening to FM Radio 68 1 Switching to the FM radio 68 2 Presetting broadcast stations automatically (Auto Preset 69 3 Selecting broadcast stations 70 Presetting Broadcast Stations Manually 's Firmware...... 101 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 102 Messages 114 - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 6
point of each function, such as playing songs, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) and photos, searching for songs, listening to FM radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only), and changing settings. Home menu* NWZ-S515/S516 NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F Index * Icons appearing on the screen differ depending on - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 7
41 DSEE(Sound Enhance).......... 44 Clear Stereo 43 Dynamic Normalizer 46 Album Display Format.......... 36 New Song Pop Up 31 Video Settings (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Zoom Settings 52 Video Orientation 49 Display 51 Continuous Playback 54 Video List Format 55 On-Hold Display 56 Photo - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 8
(1) Use when connecting the player to the optional cradle, etc. CD-ROM*2 *3 (1) MP3 Conversion Tool Windows Media Player 11 Operation Guide (PDF file) Quick Start Guide (1) *1 Do not use any USB cable other than the supplied USB cable or the specified optional dedicated cables. *2 Do not - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 9
button with a small pin, etc. ( page 102). WM‑PORT jack Use this jack to connect the supplied USB cable, or optional peripheral devices, such as supported accessories for the WM‑PORT. Continued - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 10
10 Table of Contents Menu Index Headphone jack For connecting the headphones. Insert the jack pin until it clicks into place. If the headphones are connected improperly, the sound from the headphones may not sound right. Strap hole This is used to attach a strap (sold separately). HOLD - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 11
Controls and Screens Use the 5-way button and the BACK/HOME button to navigate through screens, play songs, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only), photos, and FM radio(NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) and change the player's settings. The Home menu appears when you press and hold the BACK/HOME button - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 12
cursor left or right to display a list of items. Displays the previous or next screen of the list, when the index is not displayed. Video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) List Buttons / / Description Confirms the item of the list. Moves the cursor up or down. Press and hold to scroll up or - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 13
list of the selected item during music operation, or displays the selected item during photo operation. Starts play back of the selected item during video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) operation. Moves the cursor up or down. Press and hold to scroll up or down faster. Move the cursor left or right - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 14
14 How to use the 5-way button on the "Now Playing" screen Music Song name Table of Contents Menu Index Artist name Album title Genre Release year Playing status Buttons / / Description Starts song playback. When playback starts, appears on the display, and if the button is pressed - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 15
15 Video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Table of Contents Menu Index Playing status When you change the display orientation to horizontal, the button functions will also be changed. Buttons - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 16
, and there is no operation for more than 30 seconds, the screen turns off and the player enters the standby mode. FM (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Index Buttons Description Plays or pauses* FM radio. Presets by pressing and holding the selected frequency. / Selects frequencies. Selects - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 17
file appears. Hints You can display the "Now Playing" screen by pressing the OPTION/PWR OFF button to select "Now Playing." When playing videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) or photos, you can select "Go to the song playback screen" from the option menu to display the song playback screen. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 18
screen on which you press the OPTION/PWR OFF button. For details, see "Displaying the Music Option Menu" ( page 32), "Displaying the Video Option Menu (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only)" ( page 57), "Displaying the Photo Option Menu" ( page 67), or "Displaying the FM Tuner Option Menu - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 19
Table of Contents Menu 19 Playing Music Searching for Songs (Music Library) Songs transferred by Windows Explorer, or another transfer capable software can be played back on the player. You can search for songs by title of songs, albums, artist, and genre, etc. Music Library BACK/HOME button - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 20
Table of Contents Menu Index 20 Playing Music Searching for songs by album Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select press the button to confirm. The list screen appears. (Music Library), and then Press the button to select " - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 21
Table of Contents Menu Index 21 Playing Music Searching for songs by artist Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select press the button to confirm. The list screen appears. (Music Library), and then Press the button to select " - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 22
Table of Contents Menu Index 22 Playing Music Searching for songs by genre Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select press the button to confirm. The list screen appears. (Music Library), and then Press the button to select " - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 23
Table of Contents Menu Index 23 Playing Music Searching for songs by release year Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select press the button to confirm. The list screen appears. (Music Library), and then Press the button to - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 24
24 Playing Music Table of Contents Menu Index Searching for songs by folder When you transfer data to the "MUSIC" folder by dragging and dropping in Windows Explorer, up to the 8th level under the "MUSIC" folder will appear and can be played back. Even if you use another transfer capable - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 25
Table of Contents Menu 25 Playing Music Searching for Songs by Initial Letter You can search for songs by the initial letter of the artist name, album title, or song name. Initial Search BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 26
Table of Contents Menu 26 Playing Music Playing a Playlist You can play lists of songs (playlists). Also, you can create playlists using the supplied Windows Media Player 11, or another transfer capable software for creating playlists. However, some playlists may not be recognized by the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 27
Table of Contents Menu 27 Playing Music Searching for Songs Based on the Currently Playing Song You can search for other songs, albums, and artists by the song information of the currently playing song. Now Playing BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 28
operations: Starting playback of a song by selecting it from the "Music Library," etc. Changing the play mode. Changing the playback range. Tuning the FM radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). Playing a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). Continued - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 29
29 Playing Music Table of Contents Menu Notes The controls of the player cannot be operated while a year is being selected. A shuffle play of all songs begins if none of the songs on the player have a release year assigned to them. If all the songs on the player that have a release year - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 30
operations: Starting playback of a song by selecting it from the "Music Library," etc. Changing the play mode. Changing the playback range. Tuning the FM radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). Playing a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 31
Table of Contents Menu 31 Playing Music Displaying the Now Playing Screen Each Time the Songs Switch (New Song Pop Up) If you set the screensaver to "Clock" or "Blank" ( page 78) and there is no operation for a while, the screen changes to the clock display or blank screen. However, if you - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 32
32 Playing Music Table of Contents Menu Index Displaying the Music Option Menu You can display the Music option menu by pressing the OPTION/PWR OFF button on a list screen (including the thumbnail screen), such as a song list, or on the music "Now Playing" screen. From the Music option menu, - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 33
play mode from the "Now Playing" screen. Press the OPTION/ PWR OFF button, and select "Play Mode" from the option menu. When you are using NWZ-S515/S516, you can set this function to select (Play Mode) from the Home menu. Continued - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 34
34 Setting the Music Table of Contents Menu Index The list of play modes The playback contents differ, depending on the setting of the playback range ( page 35). Play mode type/icon Playback range description Normal/No icon All Range Starts playback of songs in the "Music Library" after - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 35
Table of Contents Menu 35 Setting the Music Setting the Playback Range You can set the playback range of songs Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select (Settings), and then press the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 36
Table of Contents Menu Index 36 Setting the Music Setting the Album Display Format The player offers 3 types of album list format from "Title Only," "Title & Cover Art," and "Cover Art Only." Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Notes The cover art only appears if the cover art - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 37
37 Setting the Music Table of Contents Menu To return to the previous menu Press the BACK/HOME button. Hint You can also select the album display format on the album list screen. Press the OPTION/PWR OFF button on the album list screen, and select "Album Display Format" from the option - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 38
Table of Contents Menu 38 Setting the Music Setting the Sound Quality (Equalizer) You can set the sound quality according to the music genre, etc. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Changing the sound quality You can customize the player's sound quality. Press and hold the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 39
level than the other settings, you may have to adjust the volume manually to compensate. The "Equalizer" setting is not applied while a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) is playing or you are using the FM tuner (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). List of equalizer settings The sound settings appear on - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 40
you return to the previous menu before confirming a setting, the setting is canceled. Note The settings of "Custom 1" or "Custom 2" are not applied while a video (NWZ-S615F/ S616F/S618F only) is playing or you are using the FM tuner - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 41
page 42), and then press the button to confirm. * VPT, which stands for Virtual Phone Technology, is a proprietary sound processing technology developed by Sony. To return to the previous menu Press the BACK/HOME button. To return to the normal sound quality Select "None" in step , and then press - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 42
select "VPT(Surround)" from the option menu. Note The "VPT(Surround)" setting is not applied while a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) is playing or you are using the FM tuner (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). List of "VPT(Surround)" settings The sound settings appear on the screen as the letters - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 43
menu Press the BACK/HOME button. Notes The "Clear Stereo" setting is not applied while a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) is playing or you are using the FM tuner (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). The "Clear Stereo" function is designed to obtain maximum effect with the supplied headphones. The - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 44
to the original sound. Off: Plays back normal sound. (Default setting) * DSEE, which stands for Digital Sound Enhancement Engine, is a technology developed by Sony, to enhance the sound quality of compressed audio files by restoring high-range sound removed by the compression process. Continued - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 45
menu Press the BACK/HOME button. Notes The "DSEE(Sound Enhance)" setting is not applied while a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/ S618F only) is playing or you are using the FM tuner (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). The "DSEE(Sound Enhance)" function is not effective for a song with a file format that is - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 46
as transferred. (Default setting) To return to the previous menu Press the BACK/HOME button. Note The "Dynamic Normalizer" setting is not applied while a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/ S618F only) is playing or you are using the FM tuner - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 47
Table of Contents Menu 47 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Playing a Video You can play videos by transferring video files to the player using Windows Explorer, or another transfer capable software. The player - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 48
48 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Table of Contents Menu Index On video playback operation To (icon) 5-way button operation Find the beginning of the next video ( )*1 Find the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 49
Table of Contents Menu 49 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Setting the Video Orientation You can set the video orientation from among "Vertical," "Horizontal (right)," or "Horizontal (left)." Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 50
Table of Contents Menu 50 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Press the button to select the desired setting, and then press the button to confirm. Vertical: Displays at 240 × 180 pixels. (Default setting) " - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 51
Table of Contents Menu 51 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Setting the Display of the Video Screen You can display or hide the detailed information of a video, such as its title, playback icon, - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 52
Table of Contents Menu 52 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Setting the Zoom Function You can zoom in the currently playing video. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 53
Table of Contents Menu Index 53 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Press the button to select the desired setting, and then press the button to confirm. Auto: The video image is enlarged/reduced by - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 54
Table of Contents Menu 54 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Playing Videos Continuously You can play back all videos stored on the player continuously. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 55
Table of Contents Menu 55 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Setting the Video List Display Format The player offers 3 display formats. You can set the display format of the video list as "Title - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 56
Table of Contents Menu 56 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Playing Only Video Sound You can choose options while the player is on hold during the playback of videos, either by playing a video - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 57
57 Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Table of Contents Menu Index Displaying the Video Option Menu You can display the Video option menu by pressing the OPTION/PWR OFF - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 58
Table of Contents Menu 58 Playing Photos Displaying a Photo You can display photos by transferring photo files to the player using Windows Explorer, or another transfer capable software. You can either display one photo fully on the screen (single display) or play back a number of photos - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 59
59 Playing Photos Table of Contents Menu Index Hints A playback of songs or FM tuner reception (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) continues even while you are searching for photos in the photo folder lists, or photo lists or the "Now Playing" screen of the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 60
Table of Contents Menu 60 Playing Photos Setting the Photo Orientation You can set the photo orientation from among "Vertical," "Horizontal (right)," or "Horizontal (left)." Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 61
Table of Contents Menu 61 Playing Photos Press the button to select the desired setting, and then press the button to confirm. "Vertical": Displays at 240 × 180 pixels. (Default setting) "Horizontal (right)" or "Horizontal (left)": Displays at 320 × 240 pixels. The operation of the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 62
Table of Contents Menu 62 Playing Photos Setting the Display of the Photo Screen You can display or hide the detailed information of a photo, such as an icon that shows playback status, etc., while playing back a photo. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 63
Table of Contents Menu 63 Playing Photos Playing a Slide Show You can play back photos in a selected folder continuously. Photo Library BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select press the button - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 64
Table of Contents Menu 64 Playing Photos Setting the Slide Show Play Mode You can play back photos as a slide show repeatedly. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select (Settings), and then - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 65
Table of Contents Menu 65 Playing Photos Setting the Interval of a Slide Show You can set the interval before the next photo is displayed. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select (Settings - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 66
Table of Contents Menu 66 Playing Photos Setting the Photo List Display Format The player offers 3 display formats. You can set the display format of the photo list as "Title Only," "Title With Thumbnail*," or "Thumbnail Only." Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 67
67 Playing Photos Table of Contents Menu Index Displaying the Photo Option Menu You can display the Photo option menu by pressing the OPTION/PWR OFF button on a list screen (including the thumbnail screen), such as the photo folder list, or on the photo "Now Playing" screen. From the Photo - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 68
Table of Contents Menu 68 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Listening to FM Radio You can listen to FM radio. The headphone cord serves as an antenna, so connect the headphones and extend - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 69
Table of Contents Menu 69 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) 2 Presetting broadcast stations automatically (Auto Preset) You can preset receivable broadcast stations (up to 30 stations) in your area automatically by selecting "Auto - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 70
70 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Table of Contents Menu Index 3 Selecting broadcast stations To Operation Select the previous frequency Press the button. Select the next frequency Press the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 71
Menu 71 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Presetting Broadcast Stations Manually You can preset broadcast stations which " the frequency. Hints You can preset up to 30 stations. The FM Manual Preset can be set on the FM radio screen. Press the OPTION/PWR OFF button - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 72
72 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Table of Contents Menu Deleting preset broadcast stations Select a desired preset number for the frequency by pressing the / button. Press the OPTION/PWR - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 73
Table of Contents Menu 73 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Setting the Reception (Scan Sensitivity) When you select stations using the "Auto Preset" function ( page 69) or the / button, the FM receiver may - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 74
Table of Contents Menu 74 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Changing to Monaural/Stereo (Mono/Auto) If noise occurs during FM reception, set the receiver to "Mono" for monaural. If you set it - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 75
75 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Table of Contents Menu Index Displaying the FM Tuner Option Menu You can display the FM tuner option menu by pressing the OPTION/ - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 76
Table of Contents Menu 76 Settings Limiting the Volume (AVLS (Volume Limit)) You can set "AVLS (Volume Limit)" (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to limit the maximum volume to prevent auditory disturbance or distraction. With "AVLS (Volume Limit)," you can listen to music at a comfortable - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 77
Table of Contents Menu 77 Settings Turning Off the Beep Sound You can turn off the beep sounds of the player. "On" is set by default. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select (Settings), - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 78
can set the screensaver to either a "Clock" or "Blank" for when there is no operation for a while during song playback or FM reception (NWZ-S615F/ S616F/S618F only). You can also select "None" for no screensaver. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 79
Table of Contents Menu 79 Settings Setting a Screensaver Time You can set the time for the screensaver to activate from 15, 30, or 60 seconds. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select ( - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 80
to the previous menu before confirming setting, the setting is canceled. Hint You can adjust the brightness of the screen while you are playing a video (NWZ-S615F/ S616F/S618F only) or photo. Press the OPTION/PWR OFF button, and then select "Brightness" from the option menu. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 81
Table of Contents Menu 81 Settings Setting the Current Time (Set Date-Time) You can set the current time by adjusting it manually. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the button to select (Settings), - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 82
function to select (Clock Display) from the Home menu. Press the OPTION/PWR OFF button on the "Now Playing" screen of a song or FM screen (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only), and select "Clock Display" from the option menu. Hint You can select the date format from among "YYYY/MM/DD," "MM/DD/YYYY - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 83
Table of Contents Menu 83 Settings Setting the Date Format You can set the date format displayed for the current time ( page 81) as "YYYY/MM/DD," "MM/DD/YYYY," or "DD/MM/YYYY." Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 84
Table of Contents Menu 84 Settings Setting the Time Format You can select the time format displayed for the current time ( page 81) from either a "12-hour" or "24-hour" display. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 85
Table of Contents Menu 85 Settings Displaying the Player Information (Unit Information) Information such as model name, firmware version, etc., can be displayed. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 86
86 Settings Table of Contents Menu Available player information Option Model: Firmware: Total songs: Total videos: (NWZ-S615F/S616F/ S618F only) Total photos: WM‑PORT: Description Displays the model name of the player. Displays version information for the player's firmware. Displays the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 87
Table of Contents Menu 87 Settings Resetting to Factory Settings (Reset all Settings) You can reset the player to the default settings. Resetting the player does not delete data such as audio and photo data. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Note This function is only - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 88
Table of Contents Menu 88 Settings Formatting Memory (Format) You can format the built-in flash memory of the player. If the memory is formatted, all data and settings will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in memory prior to formatting and export any important data to the hard disk - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 89
89 Settings Table of Contents Menu To cancel the operation Select "No" in step or and press the button to confirm. You can also cancel the operation by pressing the BACK/HOME button in step or . To return to the previous menu Press the BACK/HOME button. Note Do not format the built- - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 90
Table of Contents Menu 90 Settings Selecting the Display Language You can select from a variety of languages for the display of menus and messages on the player. Settings BACK/HOME button 5-way button Index Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 91
91 Settings Table of Contents Menu Display language settings Setting Deutsch English Español Français Italiano Português * Description Messages and menus are displayed in German. Messages and menus are displayed in English. Messages and menus are displayed in Spanish. Messages and menus - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 92
Table of Contents Menu Index 92 Useful Facts Recharging the Player The player's battery is recharged while the player is connected to a running computer. When you connect the player to your computer, use the supplied USB cable. When the remaining battery indication of the display shows: , - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 93
and use the player for a longer time. Turn off the player manually If you press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button, the player (Surround)" ( page 41) For Videos* "On-Hold Display" ( page 56) * NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only "After 15 sec" Deactivate. "Blank" "1" Deactivate. "No" Note when - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 94
Adjust data format and bit rate Playing time will vary, as battery charge can be affected by the format and bit rate of songs, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) or photos that are played. For details on charging time and usage time, see page 129, 130. Note Do not leave the player - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 95
://support. Guide") from the supplied CD-ROM, you can solve this problem, then you can transfer by dragging and dropping again. Before installing Windows Media Player 11 on your computer, make sure to check whether your software or service corresponds to Windows Media Player 11. * NWZ-S615F/S616F - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 96
96 Useful Facts Table of Contents Menu Index For videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) (On Windows Explorer) Drag and drop files or folders into the "VIDEO" folder. On the 1st level, the "VIDEO" folder will recognize either a - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 97
on the player or the data being transferred may be damaged. You cannot change folder names or delete the "MUSIC," "MP_ROOT," "VIDEO" (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only), "PICTURES," "PICTURE" and "DCIM" folders. Do not change folder or file names directly under the "MP_ROOT" folder. Otherwise, they - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 98
Table of Contents Menu Index 98 Useful Facts What are Format and Bit Rate? What is audio format? Audio format refers to the method used when importing audio data from the Internet or audio CDs to a computer and saving it as an audio file. Common formats include MP3 and WMA, etc. MP3: MP3 (MPEG-1 - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 99
to about 1/10 to 1/100 the size of standard image files. For details on acceptable formats and bit rates for this player For details on supported file formats and bit rates, see page 127. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 100
Table of Contents Menu 100 Useful Facts Storing Data You can store computer data into the built-in flash memory of the player by transferring the data from your computer using Windows Explorer, or another transfer capable software. If the player is connected to the computer, the builtin flash - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 101
who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ Download the update program to your computer from the web site. Connect the player to your computer, and then start up the update program. Follow the on-screen instructions to update the player's firmware. Firmware - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 102
of the issue in the following troubleshooting tables, and try any corrective actions support Web sites. For customers in the USA, visit: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada, visit: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ For customers in Europe, visit: http://support.sony - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 103
the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth. No songs or video files (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) are stored on the player. Follow the instructions in the displayed message, and transfer songs or videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/ S618F only) from the computer. The battery is consumed. Charge the battery - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 104
Troubleshooting Table of Contents Menu Index Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Transferred data is not displayed in its list. The maximum number of files that can be displayed is reached. The maximum number of files is 1,000 files for videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F see "Supported file - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 105
Table of Contents Menu Index 105 Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy "VPT(Surround)" setting Cannot see the video, but The file is a .3gp file. (.3gp only supports audio.) can hear it (NWZ-S615F/ S616F/S618F only). The video file is not in a video folder. Place - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 106
Table of Contents Menu Index 106 Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Transferred details, see "Supported file format" of "Specifications" ( page 127). Convert the ATRAC audio data using the supplied MP3 Conversion Tool. Songs or videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 107
file is not in the correct location. Place a JPEG file of the same name as the video file into the folder under the "VIDEO" folder (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only). Some cover art is not displayed, depending on the thumbnail file format or the cover art's file format. Cover art is not displayed - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 108
Index 108 Troubleshooting Display Display" to "Yes" ( page 56). You can play back a video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) even when the HOLD function is activated. See the "Messages" the battery should be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Copyright-protected contents are played. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 109
109 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Menu Index Power (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy for transferring. Disconnect the USB cable, wait a few minutes, and reconnect it. If the problem persists, disconnect the USB cable, restart the computer, and then reconnect the USB cable. "Connecting - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 110
Troubleshooting port on your computer may have a problem. Connect the player to another USB and dropping. * NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only Install service corresponds to Windows Media Player 11. For details on usage, or support on Windows Media Player, visit the following web site: http://support - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 111
Table of Contents Menu Index 111 Troubleshooting Connection with a computer (continued) Symptom Data cannot be transferred to the player from your computer. (continued) Cause/Remedy There is not enough free space in - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 112
Index 112 Troubleshooting Connection NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Symptom You cannot hear an FM broadcast well. Reception is weak and sound quality is poor. The FM broadcast is affected by interference. Cause/Remedy The receiving frequency is not fully tuned in. Select the frequency manually - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 113
113 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Menu Other Symptom There is no beep sound when the player is operated. The player gets warm. The screen turns on whenever - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 114
is not supported. You are trying to play a You cannot play a song in file that cannot be an unsupported format played on the player. file ( page 127). You transferred an audio file to video folders by dragging and dropping Place them in folders under the "MUSIC" folder. (NWZ-S615F/S616F - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 115
for songs, connect to compliant software or videos (NWZ-S615F/ device and transfer again. S616F/S618F only) or photos is damaged. Transfer songs, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/ S618F only), or photos again. If the remedy above does not solve the problem, format the built-in flash memory ( page 88 - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 116
116 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Menu Index Message Meaning Remedy No playlists videos available for playback. Please connect to compliant software or device and transfer videos. (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) You are trying to start playback when there are no videos stored on the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 117
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio Sony Customer Information Services Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone Number: SONY NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F Sony - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 118
EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minatoku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 119
may cause fire or electric shock. If this occurs, turn off the player immediately, disconnect the USB cable from the player, and consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. Do not put the player into the fire. Do not take apart or remodel the player. Doing so can result in electric - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 120
Table of Contents Menu Index 120 Additional Information On installation Do not put any heavy object on top of the player or apply a strong shock to the player. It may cause a player to malfunction or damage. Never use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 121
Table of Contents Menu Index 121 Additional Information On heat build-up Heat may build up in the player while charging if it is used for an extended period of time. On the headphones Road safety Avoid listening with your headphones in situations where hearing must not be impaired. Preventing - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 122
not to let water get into the player from the opening near the connector. Clean the headphone plug periodically. If you have any questions or problems concerning the player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Continued - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 123
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. special characters may not be displayed. The explanations in this manual assume that you are familiar with the basic operations of Windows. - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 124
permission of the copyright holders. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the player or computer. in the language or the character that is not supported by the player. About the customer support Web site If you have any questions about or - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 125
Information Table of Contents Menu Index About Copyrights ATRAC is trademark of Sony Corporation. "WALKMAN" and "WALKMAN" logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are trademarks or - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 126
and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, TM and ® marks are not specified. This product is protected by certain intellectual onto your device on behalf of Secure Content Owners. Program ©2007 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2007 - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 127
.1 kHz AAC-LC*1 Bit rate: 16 to 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))*3 Sampling frequency*2: 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Linear PCM Bit rate: 1,411 kbps Sampling frequency*2: 44.1 kHz Video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) File format MP4 file format, "Memory Stick" video - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 128
hr. 40 min. 250 hr. 00 min. 123 hr. 20 min. 63 hr. 00 min. 56 hr. 00 min. Maximum recordable time of videos (Approx.) (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) The approximate recordable times are estimated in the case where only videos are transferred. The time may differ, depending on the conditions under - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 129
to 20,000 Hz (when playing data file, single signal measurement) FM tuner (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) FM Frequency range 87.5 to 108.0 MHz IF (FM) (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) 375 kHz Antenna (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Headphone cord antenna Interface Headphone: Stereo mini-jack WM‑PORT (multiple - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 130
"Screensaver" ( page 78) is set to "Blank." Furthermore, for videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only), the time approximated when the brightness of the screen ( page 80 AAC-LC 128 kbps Playback at Linear PCM 1411 kbps Video (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Playback at MPEG-4 384 kbps Playback at MPEG-4 768 - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 131
Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows Vista Home Basic / Windows Vista Home Premium / Windows Vista Business / Windows Vista Ultimate Not supported by 64 bit version OS. Not supported and dropping.). * NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only Adobe - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 132
132 Additional Information Table of Contents Menu Index Index Symbols 5-way button 9, 11 (Repeat 34 (Shuffle 34 (Shuffle&Repeat 34 (Repeat 1 song 34 (Heavy 39 (Pop 39 (Jazz 39 (Unique 39 (Custom 1 39 (Custom 2 39 (Studio 42 (Live 42 (Club 42 (Arena 42 (Matrix 42 (Karaoke 42 A - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 133
T Thumbnail 13, 55, 66, 107 Time Display Format 84 Time Machine Shuffle 28 Time setting 81 Total photos 86 Total songs 86 Total videos 86 Troubleshooting 102 Turning off the player manually.... 93 U Unique 39 Upgrading 101 USB cable 8 Continued - Sony NWZ-S616FRED | Operation Guide - Page 134
Table of Contents Menu 134 Additional Information V Video format 99 Video Library 6, 47 Video List Display Format 55 Video Orientation 49 VOL+/- button 10 Volume 46 VPT(Surround 41 W Windows Explorer 47, 100 WM-PORT 9, 86 WMA 98, 127 Z Zoom 52 Index
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