Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto NW-S21 del fabbricante Sony
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NW -S21/S23 Operating Instructions Portable IC Audio Player Network W alkman “W ALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. 2-514-950- 11 (1) © 2004 Sony Corporation English Operating Instructions are contained in the supplied CD-ROM.
2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc.
3 For the customers in the Netherlands Voor de Klanten in Nederland Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval(KCA). Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NW-S23 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W.
4 This manual explains how to operate your Network Walkman and how to use the MP3 File Manager (pre-installed software). For details on how to use the SonicStage (supplied software), refer to the SonicStage operating instructions.
5 T able of Contents Overvie w ................................................... 6 What you can do with your Network W alkman ........................................... 6 Other features ........................................ 7 Step 1: Checking the package contents .
6 Overview What you can do with your Network Walkman First, you need to install the “SonicStage” software into your computer (MP3 File Manager software is pre-installed in your Network Walkman). You can easily transfer digital audio files from your computer to the built-in flash memory and carry it anywhere to enjoy.
7 Other features • Water resistant, compact size, light weight, skip-proof operation and high portability. • The pre-installed MP3 File Manager software enables you to transfer MP3 format audio files to your Network Walkman and listen to them with your Network Walkman as MP3 format files.
8 Please check the accessories in the package. NW-S21/S23: • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) • Dedicated USB cable (1) • Arm band (1) • CD-ROM for the SonicStage software (1) • Operat.
9 Step 2: Inserting the batter y Insert the LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity. Be sure to insert it from the E side as illustrated.
10 Locating contr ols For details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses. Rear side Front side 2 1 4 5 6 7 3 8 9 q; qa 1 . –/+ > button (page 16 to 17, 19 to 22, 24, 26 to 34) 2 Nx bu.
11 1 Text/graphic information display (page 17) Displays track number, track name, current date and time (page 22 to 28), MESSAGE (page 13, 39) and menu. Press the MENU button to switch the display mode. For details, refer to “Changing the display mode” on page 22.
12 Basic Operations T ransferring audio files from the computer to your Network W alkman Note Before connecting your Network Walkman to the computer for the first time, be sure to install the “SonicStage” software from the supplied CD-ROM in your computer.
13 Basic Operations Notes • The ACCESS lamp blinks while your Network Walkman accesses the computer. • Do not disconnect the USB cable when the ACCESS lamp is blinking. The data being transferred may be destroyed. • Use of your Network Walkman with a USB hub or a USB extension cable is not guaranteed.
14 Listening to music with your Network W alkman Please insert the battery before use (see page 9). Note When using Network Walkman, be sure do disconnect it from the computer. 1 Connect the headphones. to i jack How to use the supplied headphones 1 Hook the L part to your left ear and the R part to your right ear as illustrated.
15 Basic Operations What is the Group function? The Group function enables you to select favorite music conveniently on your Network Walkman. You can transfer to audio files or play songs by album or artist using the Group function.
16 To Skip to the beginning of the next track/ group* 1 Skip to the beginning of the current track/ group* 1 Fast-forward* 2 Fast-rewind* 2 * 1 Pressing and holding of the . –/+ > button during stop mode allows you to skip to the beginning of the next (current and previous) track/group continuously.
Advanced Operations 17 Repeat mode There are three types of repeat mode: Track Repeat, A-B Repeat and Sentence Repeat. • Track Repeat (TRK Rep) This mode plays back tracks repeatedly in the following five ways.
18 Track Repeat icon SOUND/ REPEAT button Repeat mode Playing the tracks repeatedly (Track Repeat) The Track Repeat mode is changed by pressing the SOUND/REPEAT button. You can check the current Track Repeat mode with the icon of the display. Select the Track Repeat mode (TRK Rep) first (page 17).
Advanced Operations 19 Playing a specified section repeatedly (A-B Repeat) While playing a track, you can set the start point (A) and end point (B) for a section you wish to play repeatedly. 1 Select the A-B Repeat mode (A-B Rep) (page 17). 2 Press the Nx button to start playback.
20 Playing specified sentences repeatedly (Sentence Repeat) This function automatically detects only voice data from the setting point and repeats the voice data for setting counts. This is useful for language-learning material which has no background music.
Advanced Operations 21 Nx button MENU button . –/+ > button Setting the repeat counts You can set the repeat counts (1-9) of one sentence for the Sentence Repeat mode. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEATMODE > 2 Press the .
22 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEATMODE > 2 Press the . –/+ > button to select “DISPLAY >” and press the Nx button to confirm. The selected display mode blinks. Lap T ime 3 Press the . –/+ > button to select a desired display mode and press the Nx button to confirm.
Advanced Operations 23 Adjusting treble and bass (Digital sound pr eset) You can adjust the treble and bass. You can preset two settings, which can be selected during playback.
24 3 Set the tone for “SOUND 1.” 1 Press the . –/+ > button to select “SOUND 1 >” and press the Nx button to confirm. 2 “BASS:+1” appears, press the . – /+ > button to adjust the emphasis level of bass sound and press the Nx button to confirm.
Advanced Operations 25 Storing non-audio data You can transfer data from the hard disk of your computer to the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer. The built-in flash memory is displayed in Windows Explorer as an external drive (for example: as the D drive).
26 B Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEATMODE > 2 Press the . –/+ > button to select “PC CLK:” and press the Nx button to confirm. PC CLK:ON 3 Press the . –/+ > button to select “OFF” and press the Nx button to confirm.
Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 27 3 Press the . –/+ > button to adjust the “year” setting and press the Nx button to confirm. The “month” digit blinks. 2004y 1m 1d 4 As you did in step 3, adjust the settings for “month” and “date.
28 Limiting the volume (A VLS) You can set AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to limit the maximum volume to prevent auditory disturbance or distraction. With AVLS, you can listen to music at a comfortable volume level. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed.
Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 29 4 Press the MENU button. To change the setting to “OFF” Select “OFF” in step 3. To cancel the Menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button. Setting the volume using the pr eset volume function There are two modes to adjust the volume level.
30 To cancel the Menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button. Note If AVLS (page 28) is set, the actual volume may be lower than the settings. Releasing AVLS returns the volume to the preset level. Switching to the manual mode 1 Press the MENU button.
Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 31 Tu r ning off the beep sound (BEEP) You can turn off the beep sounds of your Network Walkman. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEATMODE > 2 Press the . –/+ > button to select “BEEP:” and press the Nx button to confirm.
32 3 Press the . –/+ > button to select “ON” and press the Nx button to confirm. LIGHT:ON 4 Press the MENU button. The display returns to the normal screen. To change the setting to “OFF” Select “OFF” in step 3. To cancel the Menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button.
Other functions 33 Regr ouping songs (REGROUP) The songs group function may be disabled* when a song has been deleted from or added the built-in flash memory by operating the computer in which the SonicStage software is not installed (page 12). In such a case, you may enable the group function by regrouping audio file.
34 Formatting memory (FORMA T) You can use your Network Walkman to format the built-in flash memory. If memory is formatted, all data previously stored in the memory will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in the memory prior to formatting. 1 Press the MENU button.
Other Information 35 Pr ecautions On installation • Never use your Network Walkman where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. • Never leave the Network Walkman exposed to high temperature, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
36 Tr oubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using your Network Walkman, use this troubleshooting guide to help you to remedy the problem prior to consult a Sony dealer. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Other Information 37 On the display window Symptom The backlight is not turned on. “ s ” is displayed for a title. On the connection with the computer or supplied software Symptom The software cannot be installed. “CONNECT” is not displayed when connecting to the computer with the dedicated USB cable.
38 Troubleshooting Symptom Song cannot be transferred to your Network Walkman. The number of audio files that can be transferred to is limited. (Available recording time is short.) The operation of the Network Walkman becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer.
Other Information 39 Messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display. Message ACCESS AVLS CANNOT PLAY CONNECT ERROR EXPIRED FILE ERROR HOLD LOW BATT MEMORY FULL Meaning Accessing the built-in flash memory. The volume level exceeds the rated value while the AVLS is enabled.
40 To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory If “CANNOT PLAY,” “EXPIRED,” “FILE ERROR,” or “MG ERROR” is displayed, there is a problem with all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash memory. Please follow the procedures below to erase data you cannot play.
Other Information 41 Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) 80 dB or more (excluding ATRAC3 66 kbps) Dynamic range 85 dB or more (excluding ATRAC3 66 kbps) Operating temperature 5˚C to 35˚C (67˚F to 95˚F) Po.
42 Glossary MagicGate Copyright protection technology that consists of authentication and encryption technology. Authentication ensures that protected content is transferred only between compliant devices and media, and that protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized copying or playback.
Other Information 43 MP3 MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, is a format standard for music file compression. It was codified by the Motion Picture Experts Group, a working group of ISO (International Organization for Standardization). It compresses audio CD data to approximately one tenth its original size.
44 Display (Menu mode) FORMAT > (Formatting memory) REGROUP > (Regrouping data) [RETURN] Purposes You can format the built-in flash memory. (page 34) You can restore the group function. (page 33) You can switch to the normal mode by selecting [RETURN] and pressing the Nx button.
45 MP3 File Manager software operation What you can do with the MP3 File Manager You can transfer MP3 audio files easily, using the MP3 File Manager software, to your Network Walkman in the same format (MP3), unlike the SonicStage software, which converts MP3 audio files into ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus format.
46 T ransferring MP3 audio files fr om the computer to your Network W alkman 1 Connect your Network Walkman to your computer. Connect the small connector of the supplied dedicated USB cable into the USB jack on the Network Walkman, then the large connector to a USB port on your computer.
47 MP3 File Manager software operation Notes • After transferring, be sure to close the case cover to prevent liquid from entering. • Do not disconnect the USB cable or remove your Network Walkman when the MP3 File Manager software is running. If you do, operation is not guaranteed.
48 Display of MP3 File Manager 1 Album list Double click this to show the included track list. Double click again to hide the track list. 2 Track list 3 Click this button to erase selected albums or tracks. 4 Click this button to erase all the albums or tracks.
49 MP3 File Manager software operation Erasing audio file You can erase a song stored in the built-in flash memory by track or album using MP3 File Manager. 1 Open the MP3 File Manager. 2 Select the title you want to erase. 3 Click the button in the screen.
50 A A-B Repeat 19 ACCESS lamp 12, 46 Accessories 8 ATRAC3 42 ATRAC3plus 42 Audio CDs 6 AVLS (Limiting the volume) 11, 28 B Backlight 32 Battery 9 BEEP (Beep sound) 31 Bit rate 42 C CD (Audio CDs) 6 C.
51 O OpenMG 42 P PC CLK 26 Playback 14 R Regroup 33 Remaining battery indication 9 Repeat 17 Repeat count 21 Reset 36 RETURN 44 S Sentence Repeat 20 Serial Number 8 Shuffle Repeat 17 Skip to the begin.
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