Sony NW-S203FBLACK Operation Guide

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    Table of Contents Menu Index Operation Guide NW-S202F / S203F / S205F / S202 ©2006 Sony Corporation 2-699-315-12 (3)
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    you to make full use of the player and troubleshoot problems. - The SonicStage Help explains details about using SonicStage software ( page 3). Browsing the Operation Guide To use the buttons in the Operation Guide Click the buttons located in the upper right of this manual to jump to "Table of
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    pages. Using SonicStage Help Refer to SonicStage Help for details about using SonicStage, such as importing songs to your computer and transferring songs to the player.  Click "Help" - "SonicStage Help" while SonicStage is running. Help appears. Note  In SonicStage Help, the
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    depending on your exercise pace (Music Pacer 23 Changing the playlists 30 Switching to manual mode (Manual 32 Customizing Sound Time Disp Type 47 Displaying the Player Information (Information 48 Resetting to Factory 54 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) Enjoy Listening to FM
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    64 Playing Songs Without Pauses 65 How is Song Information Imported to the Player 66 Storing Data Other Than Audio Files 67 Upgrading the Player's Firmware........ 68 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 69 Messages 76 Uninstalling SonicStage 80 Additional Information Precautions 84 On Copyrights
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    (1)  USB cable (1)  Arm band* (1)  Clip* (1) This is used to clip onto your clothes when carrying the player.  CD-ROM** (1) - SonicStage software - Operation Guide (PDF file)  Quick Start Guide (1) * The supplied items may differ depending on the country/region in which you have purchased the
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    in the direction of the arrow  to detach the player, then release the player from the arm band's holder . Attaching the player with the clip Slide the player (display facing up) on the clip. Insert the player until it clicks. To remove the player from the clip Flex open the bottom position of the
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    by pressing and holding the DISP/HOME button of the player. The HOME screen is the starting point to play ├ Song 15 ├ Artist 16 └ Album 17 (SPORTS MODE) ├ Start 21 ├ Set Target 21 ├ Set Playlist 25 └ Music Pacer 23 (STOPWATCH 26 (ALL SONGS 13 (FM └ Equalizer 33 * NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only
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    a menu appears on the display use this button to confirm the item of the menu.  Hint  There is no power button on the player. When you stop song playback or FM reception (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) by pressing the  button, after about a few seconds, the display goes off automatically and the
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    mode) Normal (Normal mode) HOLD HOLD function You can protect the player against accidental operation by using the HOLD function when carrying it. By control or Normal mode, the HOLD function is released. To operate the player with the shuttle switch Normal mode To Operation In play mode Skip
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    11 Headphones Table of Contents Menu Index  USB jack Rotate the lid to the left to set the OPEN position, and then open. Connect the player to the small connector of the supplied USB cable. To close the lid, rotate it to set the OPEN position and close, then rotate it
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    to the beginning of the current (or next) song).  Remaining battery indication Displays the remaining battery power.  Hint  For information on the FM tuner display (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only), see "Enjoy Listening to FM Radio" ( page 55).
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    HOME button until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select (ALL SONGS) and press the  button to confirm. All songs on the player appear and playback starts from the last song you listened to. If you did not play any song, playback starts from the beginning. Playback continues
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    the shuttle switch to () briefly while in play or stop mode, the player skips to the beginning of the current (or next) song. If the folder position, and then rotated to () briefly while in play or stop mode, the player skips to the beginning of the current (or next) playlist.  Hint  You
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    the  button to confirm.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select "Song>" and press the  button to confirm. A list of songs appears on the player.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select a song and press the  button to confirm. The song you selected starts playback. Playback continues in the order
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 16 Playing Songs...Searching for Songs Searching for songs by artist (Artist)  Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select (SEARCH) and press the  button to confirm.  Rotate the shuttle switch to
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    Table of Contents Menu 17 Playing Songs...Searching for Songs Searching for songs by album (Album)  Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select (SEARCH) and press the  button to confirm.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select "Album
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    offers a variety of play modes, including random play and selected repeat play. You can change the play mode by shaking the player 3 times ( page 20) after activating the G Sensor menu ( page 40).  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button
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    19 Playing Songs...Changing the Play Mode Table of Contents Menu Index List of play modes Play mode type/Icon Description Normal/No icon All songs from the current song are played once, and then playback stops. (Default setting) Folder/ All songs of an album (or artist)*, including the
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    song selection function ( page 23) is activated in the Music Pacer menu - you are using the FM tuner (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) - the HOME screen appears or you are setting a SETTINGS menu item  When shaking the player, make sure not to bump the player into other objects or drop it.  When you
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    playback time, calories, or distance during playback and exercise listening to music until the target items are achieved.  button to  Shuttle switch until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select (SPORTS MODE) and press the  button to confirm.  Rotate the shuttle switch
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    up and down movement or swaying from side to side in a vehicle. - If you use the player during active sports requiring up and down movement or subject the player to excessive shock.  The player calculates the distance and calorie-count based on the step count and height/ weight/step length you set
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    songs during exercise Playing songs in automatic selection mode depending on your exercise pace (Music Pacer) In SPORTS MODE, you can play songs using the automatic selection function in which the player changes the playlist automatically depending on your pace of movement, like walking or jogging
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    " and "Run" using the SonicStage software.  You can change the playlist depending on your exercise pace ( page 25).  When switching the playlist from "Walk" to "Run" or vice versa, audio guidance is provided. Notes  If there is not any playlist on the player, the Music Pacer menu does not appear
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    activate the automatic song selection, select "ON" on the Music Pacer ( page 23).  Press and hold the DISP the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select (SPORTS MODE) and press the  button to confirm.  Rotate the player, all playlists including the default playlist are deleted.
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    Index 26 Playing songs during exercise Using the stop watch function (STOPWATCH) You can use the player as a stop watch. You can time up to 9 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds by select (ALL SONGS), (PLAYLIST) or (FM) (NW-S202F/S203F/ S205F only) from the menu screen and press the  button to confirm.
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    automatically ( page 43) when the player's clock you set shows 0:00.  Calorie: Displays calorie-count. Displays calories consumed and G Sensor setting (G Sensor). At the default setting, consumed calories during playback or FM reception (NW- S202F/S203F/S205F only) appear ( page 40). , , , appear
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    up and down movement or swaying from side to side in a vehicle. - If you use the player during active sports requiring up and down movement or subject the player to excessive shock.  The player calculates the distance and calorie-count based on the step count and height/ weight/step length you set
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    29 Settings Table of Contents Menu Index Changing the Song Order (Sort) You can set the song order by album order, albums by artist order, or artist name order.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate
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    Contents Menu Index 30 Settings Setting the Volume Using the Preset Volume Function (Volume Mode) There are 2 modes to adjust the volume level. Manual (Manual Volume): Press the VOL +/- button to adjust the volume level from 0 to 30. Preset (Preset Volume): Press the VOL +/- button to select the
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    Table of Contents Menu 31 Settings...Setting the Volume Using the Preset Volume Function  Rotate the shuttle switch to select "Preset" and press the  button to confirm. A line appears above and below "Low."  Rotate the shuttle switch to set the volume for each preset level, and press the 
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    the  button to confirm.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select "Volume Mode>" and press the  button to confirm.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select "Manual" and press the  button to confirm. With this setting, you can adjust the volume level (from 0 to 30) by pressing the VOL +/- button. To
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    to match the genre of music.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to  Note  You cannot customize the sound quality while using the FM tuner (NW-S202F/S203F/ S205F only).  Press and hold volume level than the other settings, you may have to adjust the volume manually to compensate.
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    ( page 33).  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to  Note  You cannot register the sound quality while using the FM tuner (NW-S202F/S203F/ S205F only).  Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select (SETTINGS) and press the
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    button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to  Note  You cannot set to reduce the volume level between songs while using the FM tuner (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only).  Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to select (SETTINGS) and press the
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    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.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 37 Settings Turning Off the Beep Sound (Beep) You can turn off the beep sounds of the player.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears.  Rotate the shuttle switch to
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    and distance (Height/Weight) You can set the information (height/weight/step length) to measure for caloriecount and distance when playing back songs in SPORTS MODE ( page 21).  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears
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    you use the player during active sports requiring up and down movement or subject the player to excessive shock.  The player calculates the distance 38). Inaccuracies may occur depending on how the player is attached, age, or gender. Use this function as a guide.  When you measure calories, the G
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    distance covered and consumed calorie calculations, or play mode change by shaking the player 3 times ( page 20). You can also deactivate the G Sensor. during playback or FM reception (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only). (Default setting) Recommended to listen to songs during sports.  ON-Anytime: Activates
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    , bag, etc. - If you use the player inside a bag swinging randomly. - If you use the player during up and down movement or swaying from side to side in a vehicle. - If you use the player during active sports requiring up and down movement or subject the player to excessive shock. To return to the
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    step count history always appears on the top.  If you set the Counter Reset menu ( page 43) to "Daily," the daily history remains on the player.  By activating the Reset All Setting menu ( page 49), you can delete the step count history. To return to the previous menu Press the DISP
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    following resetting method and press the  button to confirm.  Now: Resets the accumulated step count now.  Daily: Resets the accumulated step count when the player's clock you set ( page 44) shows 0:00.  OFF: Resetting is not activated. If you want to select "Now," select "OK" and press the
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    time with your computer when connecting the player to your computer and starts the SonicStage software.  Manual: To set the date and time manually. If you select "Automatic," the SETTINGS menu closes. If you select "Manual," a line appears above and below the year digit. Continue with steps  to
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    press the  button to confirm. A line appears above and below the month digit.  As you did in step , adjust the settings for month, date, hour or "Setting the Time Format (Time Disp Type)" ( page 47). Notes  If the player is not used for a long time, your settings for date and time may need to
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 46 Settings Setting the Date Format (Date Disp Type) You can select the date format you set ( page 44) from either "month/day," or "day/month."  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the HOME screen appears
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 47 Settings Setting the Time Format (Time Disp Type) You can select the time format you set ( page 44) from either a 12 or 24 hour display. "24h" is set by default.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until
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    the  button to confirm. Rotate the shuttle switch to show the following information. 1: product name 2: built-in flash memory capacity 3: serial number 4: version information for the player's firmware  Press and hold the DISP/HOME button until the display changes. To return to the previous menu
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    Index 49 Settings Resetting to Factory Settings (Reset All Setting) You can reset the player to the factory settings. Resetting the player does not delete the music songs you have transferred to the player.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to  Note  Only available when using the
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 50 Settings Formatting Memory (Format) You can format the built-in flash memory of the player. If the memory's formatted, all the music data and the other data stored will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in the memory prior to formatting.  button to 
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    51 Settings...Formatting Memory Table of Contents Menu To return to the previous menu Press the DISP/HOME button. To cancel formatting Select "Cancel" in step  and press the  button to confirm. Note  Do not format the built-in flash memory of the player using Windows Explorer. Index
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    "100mA" or "500mA" and press the  button to confirm. To return to the previous menu Press the DISP/HOME button.  Hints  When you connect the player to a laptop computer, we recommend to connect the laptop computer to a power supply.  The charging time will be longer if the "USB Power" is set
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    Settings Setting the Display's Left/Right Orientation (Disp. Rotation) You can change the display's orientation to operate easily, for example, when attaching the player using the supplied clip or arm band.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Press and hold the DISP/HOME button
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    Index 54 Settings Saving Power Consumption (Power Save) The screen changes to the power save screen when the player is not operated for about 15 seconds.  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to  in the display constantly during playback or FM reception (NWS202F/S203F/S205F only).
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 55 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) Enjoy Listening to FM Radio You can listen to FM radio. Charge the built-in rechargeable battery before using the player ( page 62), and connect the headphones to the headphone jack. 1 Switching to the FM tuner
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    56 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) To stop the FM tuner and return to the audio player Press and hold the DISP/HOME sound is not output, regardless of the VOL +/- button.  During FM reception, (SPORTS MODE) and (STOPWATCH) do not appear on the HOME screen.  During FM reception
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    Table of Contents Menu 57 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only)  Rotate the shuttle switch to select "FM switch DISP/HOME button to  (manual tuning) Normal (preset tuning) HOLD Slide the shuttle switch to the folder position to enter manual tuning mode. Slide the shuttle switch
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    58 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) Table of Contents Menu Index Manual Tuning , frequency, and preset number appear on the FM tuner screen, in order. To Operation Select the previous frequency Rotate the shuttle switch to  briefly.
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    59 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) Presetting Desired Broadcast Stations You can preset broadcast stations that "FM Auto Preset" misses ( page 56).  button to  Shuttle switch DISP/HOME button to   Select the desired frequency by manual tuning mode ( page 57).  Press
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 60 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) Setting the Reception (Scan Sens) When you set the "FM Auto Preset" ( page 56) or "Manual Tuning" ( page 57), it may receive many unnecessary broadcast stations because reception is too sensitive. In this case,
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    Table of Contents Menu Index 61 Listening to FM Radio (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) Changing the Monaural/Stereo (Mono/Auto) If noise occurs during FM reception, set to "Mono" for monaural. If you set to "Auto," stereo/monaural
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    on battery duration. Index The battery power gets low as shown in the battery icon. If "LOW BATTERY" appears, you cannot play back with the player. In this case, charge the battery by connecting to your computer. Notes  Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of between 5 to 35ºC (67 to
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    when not. In order to save power and prolong use of the player, it is recommended to deactivate the G Sensor ( page 40). To make the player enter Sleep status When you stop song playback or FM reception (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) by pressing the  button, after about a few seconds, the display
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    more storage space for the same length of audio, so you can store fewer songs on the player. Lower bit rates enable you to store more songs, but at a lower sound quality. For details on supported audio formats and bite rate, see  page 90. Note  If you import a song from a CD to
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    in ATRAC format and transfer them to the player, you can play them on the player continuously, without pauses between the songs. For example the songs are imported to SonicStage in ATRAC format and then transferred to the player. Note  For songs to be played without pauses, you must import
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    from a CD database service (CDDB, the Gracenote CD DataBase) on the Internet at no charge. When songs are transferred to the player, this song information is attached to your songs makes possible various advanced searching features of the player. Note  Song information of some CDs may not be able to
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    Other Than Audio Files You can store computer data into the built-in flash memory of the player by transferring it from your computer with Windows Explorer. If the player is connected to the computer, the built-in flash memory appears in Windows Explorer as a removable storage drive. Notes  Do not
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    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 update is complete
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    issue in the following troubleshooting tables, and try any corrective actions listed. 3 Check for information about the issue in SonicStage Help. 4 Look for information about the issue on one of the support Web sites. For customers in the USA, visit: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers
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    Contents Menu Index 70 Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Noise is generated.  An apparatus emitting radio signals, such as a mobile phone is being used near the player.  When using such apparatus as mobile phones, keep them away from the player. Buttons do not work
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    71 Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Even if you use the Music  The player cannot player during active sports requiring up and down movement or subject the player to excessive shock. Even if you shake the  Shaking method of the player is not correct. player
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    Troubleshooting The battery is required to be replaced.  Consult your near Sony dealer. The player cannot charge  The USB cable is not connected to a for programs that require significant system resources, such as virus-protection software.  There is not enough free space on the hard disk
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    "USB Power" to "100mA" ( page 52).  The installation of the SonicStage software was not successful.  Disconnect the player from your computer, and reinstall the software using the supplied CDROM ( "Quick Start Guide"). Audio songs registered with the earlier installation will be available with
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    Troubleshooting Connection with the computer/SonicStage (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Audio data cannot be transferred to the player over 8,192 playlists to the built-in flash memory, or you are trying to transfer delete songs on the player, select songs on the SonicStage software and click to
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    75 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Menu Index FM Tuner (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only) Symptom You used near the player.  When using such apparatus as mobile phones, keep them away from the player. Other Symptom There is no beep sound when the player is operated. The player gets warm. Cause
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    76 Troubleshooting Table of Contents Menu Index Messages Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the audio file back to the computer and then format the player. For details, refer to "To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory" ( page 79). You are trying to play
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    battery ( page 62). There is a problem with Format the player using the built-in flash memory. the "Format" menu. For Sony dealer. There are no audio files in If there are no audio files the built-in flash memory. in the built-in flash memory, use SonicStage to transfer audio files. The player
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    Menu Index 78 Troubleshooting...Messages Message NO SPORTS MODE." Select the playlist to listen to songs at slow pace ( page 25). There is a problem with Consult your nearest Sony the hardware. dealer. When the player fails to update the firmware. Follow the on-screen instructions
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    Troubleshooting...Messages Table of Contents Menu To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory If "CANNOT PLAY," "DRM ERROR," "EXPIRED," "FILE ERROR," "FORMAT ERROR," "MEMORY ERROR," or "NO DATABASE" appears, there is a problem with all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash
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    Table of Contents Menu 80 Troubleshooting Uninstalling SonicStage To uninstall the supplied software from your computer, follow the procedure below.  Click "Start"- "Control Panel."1)  Double-click "Add or Remove Programs."  Click "SonicStage X.X" in the "Currently Installed Programs" list,
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    the rear of the player. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
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    www.sony.com/walkmansupport Contact: Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-(866)-456-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Services Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NW-S203F/S205F Responsible Party: Sony Electronics
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    will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable accessories: Headphones For Customers in Russia Index
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    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 shock. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center for exchange of rechargeable
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    bag to strong impact. On heat build-up Heat may build up in the player while charging if it is used for an extended period of time. On people around you. Warning If there is lightning when you are using the player, take off the headphones immediately. If you experience an allergic reaction to the
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    near the connector.  Clean the headphone plug periodically. If you have any questions or problems concerning the player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On software  Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the
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    The explanations in this manual assume that you are 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 player is not supported by the player. About the customer support Web site
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    and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000-2004 Gracenote. Gracenote CDDB ® Client Software, copyright 2000-2004 Gracenote. This product and service may their respective holders. In this manual, TM and ® marks are not specified. Program ©2006 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2006
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    12 hr. 20 min. Capacity (User available capacity)* NW-S202F/S202: 512 MB (Approx. 482 MB = 505,724,928 bytes) NW-S203F: 1 GB (Approx. 968 MB = 1,015,726,080 bytes) NW-S205F: 2 GB (Approx. 1.89 GB = 2,035,974,144 bytes) * Available storage capacity of the player may vary. A portion of the memory is
  • Sony NW-S203FBLACK | Operation Guide - Page 90
    Supported bit rates MP3: 32 to 320 kbps variable bit rate-compliant WMA: 32 to 192 kbps variable bit rate-compliant ATRAC: 48/64/66 (ATRAC3)*/96/105 (ATRAC3)*/128/132 (ATRAC3)/160/192/256/320/352 kbps * CD recording cannot be done using SonicStage software reception (NW-S202F/S203F/S205F only):
  • Sony NW-S203FBLACK | Operation Guide - Page 91
    player)  Computer IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the following Windows operating systems: - Windows 2000 Professional (Service at color settings at or below 256 colors.) CD-ROM drive (supporting Digital Music CD playback capabilities using WDM) To create original CDs or to back
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    92 Additional Information Index Table of Contents Menu Index Symbols (Album 29 (Artist 29 (Artist/Album 29 (Folder 19 1 (Repeat 1 Song 19 (Repeat All 19 (Repeat Folder 19 SHUF (Repeat Shuffle All)......... 19 SHUF (Repeat Shuffle Folder 19 A AAC 64 Accessories 6 Adobe Reader 3 Album
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    22 M Manual (Volume 32 Manual tuning 57 Messages 76 miles 22 Mono/Auto 61 MP3 64, 89 Music Pacer 23 P Playback 9 Playlist 14 Play Mode 18 Play Range 19 Power Save 54 Preset Custom 34 Preset (Volume 30 Preset tuning 57 R Radio 55 Recharging 62 Repeat 19 Reset (the players 69 Reset
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