Sony NWZW262MEB User Manual

WALKMAN User Guide

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NWZ-W262/W263

User Guide

Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the player.

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Getting Started

Before Use

Before first use How to use this User Guide Water Resistant Specifications

Operation flow of “WALKMAN”

Operation flow to transfer music

Power/Charging

Turning your “WALKMAN” on and off Charging the battery Extending the battery life

Parts and Controls

Parts and controls About the status of the OPR lamp How to install the earbuds How to place your “WALKMAN” on your ears How to store your “WALKMAN” in the holder

About the Software

About the software

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How to Use the Software

Windows Media Player

Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player Transferring music using Windows Media Player

Content Transfer

Transferring music using Content Transfer

Windows Explorer (Drag-and-Drop)

Transferring content using Windows Explorer

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Music

Playing Music

Playing music Skipping to the previous/next song Skipping to the previous/next folder Shuffle playback Playing songs in a playlist ZAPPIN playback Adjusting the volume

Deleting songs

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Settings

Common Settings

Limiting the volume (AVLS (Volume Limit))

Music Settings

Setting the play mode

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Troubleshooting

Dealing with Troubles

What can I do to solve a problem? Customer support web sites

Possible Causes of Symptoms

List of symptoms and possible causes Operation Power Connection to a computer ZAPPIN

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Important Information

Precautions

Important product information Warning Caution Notice for users Notes on safe listening Notes on the software

Cleaning

Notes on cleaning

Storing Data

Storing data

Upgrading the firmware of your “WALKMAN”

Formatting your WALKMAN

Formatting your “WALKMAN”

Deleting the bundled software

License and Trademark Notice

License and trademark notice

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Top page > Contents list

Getting Started

How to Use the Software

Music

Settings

Troubleshooting

Important Information

Specifications

Contents list

Getting Started

Before Use

Before first use How to use this User Guide Water Resistant Specifications

Operation flow of “WALKMAN”

Operation flow to transfer music

Power/Charging

Turning your “WALKMAN” on and off Charging the battery Extending the battery life

Parts and Controls

Parts and controls About the status of the OPR lamp How to install the earbuds How to place your “WALKMAN” on your ears How to store your “WALKMAN” in the holder

About the Software

About the software

How to Use the Software

Windows Media Player

Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player Transferring music using Windows Media Player

Content Transfer

Transferring music using Content Transfer

Windows Explorer (Drag-and-Drop)

Transferring content using Windows Explorer

Music

Playing Music

Playing music Skipping to the previous/next song Skipping to the previous/next folder

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Shuffle playback

Playing songs in a playlist

ZAPPIN playback Adjusting the volume

Deleting songs

Settings

Common Settings

Limiting the volume (AVLS (Volume Limit))

Music Settings

Setting the play mode

Troubleshooting

Dealing with Troubles

What can I do to solve a problem? Customer support web sites

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Possible Causes of Symptoms

List of symptoms and possible causes Operation Power Connection to a computer ZAPPIN

Important Information

Precautions

Important product information Warning Caution Notice for users Notes on safe listening Notes on the software

Cleaning

Notes on cleaning

Storing Data

Storing data

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Upgrading the firmware of your “WALKMAN”

Formatting your WALKMAN

Formatting your “WALKMAN”

Deleting the bundled software

License and Trademark Notice

License and trademark notice

Specifications

Specifications Contents System requirements

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Before first use

Thank you for purchasing this “WALKMAN.”

This User Guide explains how to transfer music to your “WALKMAN” and how to use its various functions. Browse this User Guide for necessary information. Before you start using your “WALKMAN,” be sure to read the section “Important Information” that contains important information on the use of your “WALKMAN.” To read that section, click “Important Information” in the side bar on the left of the browser window. The “Quick Start Guide” supplied with your “WALKMAN” also contains important information. For information about customer support web sites, see [Details].

About model names mentioned in this User Guide

Depending on the country/region in which you have purchased your “WALKMAN,” some models may not be available.

About Windows operating system and Windows Media Player

For details about the operating system, see [Details]. For details about how to use Windows Media Player or for product support, refer to Windows Media Player information from the following web site:

http://support.microsoft.com/

About battery charging

The battery might not be charged at time of purchase. See [Details] for how to charge the battery.

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How to use this User Guide

Selecting a topic to display Searching this User Guide Returning to a previous page Printing out a page

This User Guide explains how to use each function of your “WALKMAN,” how to change settings, and how to troubleshoot problems.

Selecting a topic to display

Internet Explorer 7 is used for illustration purposes.

1. Click a title (

The title’s topic list appears in the right pane.

2. Click a topic title (

) in the side bar on the left side of the browser window.

) in the list.

Descriptions appear in the right pane.

Changing the font size

You can change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. Refer to the Help of your web browser for instruction on changing the font size.

Searching this User Guide

You can search by keyword in the context of a desired topic. Enter the keyword in the window(

), and click the search button ( ).

Returning to a previous page

Use the back button of your web browser ( ) or breadcrumb trail navigation ( ) to return to a page you have previously viewed.

Printing out a page

Click the print button ( ) to print out a page you are viewing.

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Water Resistant Specifications

Scenarios (*1) Water resistant performance of this “WALKMAN” Notes on charging the battery Notes on using your “WALKMAN” Cleaning after use

Scenarios (*1)

You can use your “WALKMAN” while jogging or walking in the rain. You can continue to use your “WALKMAN” after perspiring. After using your “WALKMAN,” you can wash it with fresh water at room temperature or gently running tap water. (*2)

(*1) Do not use your “WALKMAN” in places where inability to hear surrounding sound would be

dangerous. In all of the situations above, use your “WALKMAN” with the USB jack cover closed securely.

(*2) Follow the instructions described in “Cleaning after use.”

Water resistant performance of this “WALKMAN”

The water resistant specifications (*1) of this “WALKMAN” are equivalent to IEC60529 “Degrees of protection against ingress of water (IP Code)” IPX5 (*2) that specifies as “Degrees of protection against ingress of water.” Please note, however, that your “WALKMAN” is not completely water-tight.

(*1) The water resistant specifications are met only when the USB jack cover of your “WALKMAN” is

closed securely. Also note that the headphone sections are not water-tight.

(*2) IPX5 (Degrees of protection against jets of water): Your “WALKMAN” will maintain its operability

even when exposed to direct streams of water from any direction in a situation where approximately

12.5 l/min of water is supplied for more than 3 minutes from a distance of about 3 m using a nozzle with an inner diameter of 6.3 mm. However, this does not apply with the headphone sections.

Headphone section (not water-tight) USB jack cover

Liquids that the water resistant performance specifications apply to

Applicable fresh water, tap water, perspiration

Not

liquids other than those above (examples: soapy water, detergent water, water

applicable

The water resistant performance of your “WALKMAN” is based on our measurements under the conditions described above. Note that malfunctions as a result of water immersion caused by misuse by the customer are not covered by the warranty.

with bath agents, shampoo, hot spring water, pool water, seawater, etc.)

Notes on charging the battery

The USB cable supplied with your “WALKMAN” is not water resistant. Before charging the battery, make sure your “WALKMAN” is not wet.

Be careful not to splash water or allow moisture to form on the USB cable. Never use the USB cable with wet hands or with your “WALKMAN” wet. Doing so may cause electric shock. When you charge the battery, be careful of the following.

Make sure that the location where you are using the USB cable is not wet. Before charging the battery, make sure your “WALKMAN” is not wet. If there is moisture on your “WALKMAN,” wipe it off completely, and leave your “WALKMAN” at room temperature to dry it until no moisture remains on your “WALKMAN” before you start charging. Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of 5 °C (41 ºF) to 35 °C (95 ºF). If you charge the battery in an ambient temperature out of this range, charging may stop to protect the internal circuitry of your “WALKMAN.”

Notes on using your “WALKMAN”

The water resistant performance of your “WALKMAN” is exhibited only when the USB jack cover is closed securely. When you use your “WALKMAN” in a location where perspiration or water may come in contact with your “WALKMAN,” make sure the USB jack cover is closed securely.

When you close the USB jack cover, be careful not to allow sand, hair, dust or other minute foreign material to pevent the cover from closing properly. Even a minute foreign object can cause a water leak. Never open or close the USB jack cover when using your “WALKMAN” outdoors, or when water, perspiration, or sand is on your hands. Water or sand entering your “WALKMAN” may cause a malfunction. See “Cleaning after use” before opening the cover. Be sure that your “WALKMAN” is completely dry when you open the USB jack cover. Do not immerse your “WALKMAN” in soapy water, shampoo, chemicals, water with detergent or bath agents, hot spring water, or seawater, etc., and do not pour these liquids on your “WALKMAN.” Do not allow foreign objects such as sand or dirt to get on your “WALKMAN.” If foreign objects get on your “WALKMAN,” rinse them off with fresh water at room temperature or gently running tap water immediately, and dry your “WALKMAN” using a soft dry cloth. When you wash your “WALKMAN,” make sure that the USB jack cover is closed securely, and wash it by hand without using a brush, etc. Do not wash your “WALKMAN” in a washing machine, etc. Do not expose your “WALKMAN” to strong running water from a tap, etc. Do not pour hot water directly on your “WALKMAN” and do not blow hot air from a hair dryer, etc., directly on your “WALKMAN.” Never use your “WALKMAN” in high temperature locations such as in saunas or near a stove. Do not bring your “WALKMAN” from a cold location to a warm location suddenly. Rapid temperature change causes condensation, and moisture may condense inside of your “WALKMAN.”

Cleaning after use

If perspiration, sand, or dirt gets on your “WALKMAN,” rinse it off with fresh water at room temperature or gently running tap water immediately. When you wash your “WALKMAN,” make sure that the USB jack cover is closed securely, and wash it by hand without using a brush, etc. However, do not expose the headphone sections to direct strong streams of water

when doing so. Do not wash your “WALKMAN” in a washing machine or ultrasound bath, etc.

Do not use detergent, chemicals, or wet wipes. After washing your “WALKMAN,” wipe away the water on your “WALKMAN” using a soft cloth, and then leave your “WALKMAN” in a well-ventilated shady place to dry. Do not dry your “WALKMAN” using hot air from a hair dryer. Doing so may cause deformation and deterioration of the water resistant performance. Because the headphone sections (see the figure above) are not water-tight, sound quality of your “WALKMAN” may deteriorate if water gets inside the headphones. If water gets in the headphones, follow the procedures below to remove water. Do not use your “WALKMAN” until it dries completely.

Wipe the moisture off your “WALKMAN” using a dry cloth. Put a dry cloth over the aperture of the headphone, and shake the headphone about 20 times. Put a dry cloth under the headphones, and leave your “WALKMAN” at room temperature for about 2 or 3 hours.

The rubber gasket used in the USB jack cover may become cracked or deformed by prolonged use or due to use in certain environments. We recommend that you check the condition of the USB jack cover periodically to maintain the water resistant performance. USB jack covers matching each individual “WALKMAN” color are available as repair parts for a fee. For more details, consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center.

To change the USB jack cover

Pull the USB jack cover off to remove it. Push the tab (A) of the new USB jack cover back into the same position.

If the USB jack cover comes off, you can put it back on by pushing it back into the same position as that shown in the right figure (

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Operation flow to transfer music

You can use your “WALKMAN” to enjoy music stored on your computer. Transfer music to your “WALKMAN” in the following ways.

Transferring music using Windows Media Player

You can transfer music to your “WALKMAN” using Windows Media Player.

For information on how to use Windows Media Player, see the following topics.

Windows Media Player [Details] Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player [Details]

Transferring music using Windows Media Player [Details] For details about how to use Windows Media Player or for product support, refer to the Help of the software, or visit the following web site:

http://support.microsoft.com/

Transferring music using Content Transfer

You can transfer music stored on your computer to your “WALKMAN” using Content Transfer. If you transfer music to your “WALKMAN” using Content Transfer, you can enjoy ZAPPIN playback, playback of song clips for a preset duration [Details].

For information on how to use Content Transfer, see the following topics.

Content Transfer [Details]

Transferring music using Content Transfer [Details]

Transferring music by drag-and-drop using Windows Explorer

You can directly transfer music stored on your computer by drag-and-drop using Windows Explorer.

For information on how to use Windows Explorer, see [Details].

Hint

For detailed information on how to import music, refer to the Help of the individual software.

For details about supported file formats, see [Details].

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Turning your “WALKMAN” on and off

Turning on your “WALKMAN” Turning off your “WALKMAN”

POWER switch

Turning on your “WALKMAN”

Slide the POWER switch to the ON position to turn your “WALKMAN” on.

Turning off your “WALKMAN”

Slide the POWER switch to the OFF position to turn your “WALKMAN” off.

Hint

When paused, if there is no operation for about 30 minutes, your “WALKMAN” automatically enters standby mode. In standby mode, press the

or slide the POWER switch to the OFF position and then back to ON to turn your “WALKMAN” on again.

Note

You cannot operate your “WALKMAN” when it is connected to a computer.

button to resume playback of music

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Charging the battery

Checking the remaining battery power Notes on charging the battery

The battery of your “WALKMAN” is recharged while your “WALKMAN” is connected to an operating computer using the USB cable (supplied).

Charging time is approx. 1.5 hours. When your “WALKMAN” has been fully charged, disconnect it from the computer.

OPR lamp [Details]

While charging, the OPR lamp indicates the battery charging status of your “WALKMAN.”

Lights up in red: Being charged Turns off: Charged fully or not being charged. Your “WALKMAN” may consume battery

power in this state. (*1)

(*1) If the computer enters a power saving mode such as the Sleep or Hibernation mode while

your “WALKMAN” is connected via the USB cable, the battery of your “WALKMAN” will not be charged. Instead, your “WALKMAN” continues to draw power from the battery, discharging it.

Hint

The procedure to cancel Sleep mode or Hibernation mode may vary depending on the computer. Please contact the manufacturer of your computer for details. An AC adaptor sold separately (AC-NWUM60) can charge your “WALKMAN” without a computer.

Checking the remaining battery power

Remaining battery power is indicated by the OPR lamp. When the OPR lamp color changes to red, recharge the battery.

(*1) Blinks at about 5-second intervals during playback and pause.

(*2) Blinks quickly with a long beep.

When the battery is depleted, the OPR lamp blinks red quickly and a long beep is heard. After that, you cannot operate your “WALKMAN.” See [Details] on battery duration.

Hint

When you turn off your “WALKMAN,” the OPR lamp turns off slowly by indicating the charging status.

Notes on charging the battery

The supplied USB cable is not water resistant. Before charging the battery, make sure your

“WALKMAN” is not wet [Details].

Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of between 5 ºC (41 ºF) to 35 ºC (95 ºF). If you

try to charge the battery in an ambient temperature outside this range, it will not properly

charge. In such a case, the OPR lamp blinks red.

The number of times the battery can be recharged before it is used up is approximately 500

times. This number may vary depending on the conditions under which you use your

“WALKMAN.”

The control buttons on your “WALKMAN” become inoperatable while connected to a

computer.

To prevent battery deterioration, charge the battery at an interval of at least every six months

to a year.

If the computer enters a power saving mode such as the Sleep or Hibernation mode while

your “WALKMAN” is connected via the USB cable, the battery of your “WALKMAN” will not be

charged. Instead, your “WALKMAN” continues to draw power from the battery, discharging it.

Do not leave your “WALKMAN” connected for extended periods of time to a laptop computer

that is not connected to AC power. Leaving your “WALKMAN” connected may discharge the

computer’s battery.

Disconnect your “WALKMAN” from the computer before you turn on, restart, wake up from the

sleep mode, or shut down the computer.

Heat may build up in your “WALKMAN” while charging. This is not a malfunction.

When you use your “WALKMAN” for the first time, or if you have not used your “WALKMAN”

for a long time, recharge it fully (until the OPR lamp turns off).

When you use your “WALKMAN” for the first time, or if you have not used your “WALKMAN”

for a long time, it may take a few minutes to be recognized by the computer, even if charging

has already started (the OPR lamp lights up in red). Check that the computer recognizes your

“WALKMAN” after you have connected it to the computer for about 5 minutes.

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Extending the battery life

Turning off your “WALKMAN” manually Adjusting data format and bit rate Turning the volume down

By managing the power supply properly, you can save battery power for longer usage time between charges.

Turning off your “WALKMAN” manually

Even while paused, your “WALKMAN” consumes battery power. To prevent the battery power from being depleted, turn off your “WALKMAN” manually.

Adjusting data format and bit rate

Playing time varies as battery life can be affected by the format and bit rate of songs that are played. For details on charging time and battery life, see [Details].

Turning the volume down

You can save battery power by turning down the volume on your “WALKMAN.”