The model and serial numbers are located inside the “Memory Stick” slot cover of the player (see page 7). Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NW-MS11 Serial No.
• In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this player.
Network Walkman. For details on how to use the supplied software (OpenMG Jukebox), refer to the OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions. OpenMG and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “MagicGate Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick,” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Overview What you can do with your Network Walkman Network Walkman is a portable Memory Stick audio player. You can easily transfer digital audio files from your computer to the “MagicGate Memory Stick” using this product, and carry it anywhere to enjoy. Store digital audio files on your computer.*...
• The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. • Sony is not responsible for music files that are not saved on your computer due to unsuccessful recording from CD or music downloading.
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Overview (continued) What is “MagicGate”? “MagicGate” is a copyright protection technology for “MagicGate Memory Stick” and compliant products, such as Network Walkman. Authentication ensures that protected content is transferred only between compliant devices and “MagicGate Memory Stick,” and that protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized copying or playback.
• Key ring (1) (Except for U.S.A. and Canada model) • CD-ROM (OpenMG Jukebox installation disc) (1) • NW-MS11 Operating Instructions (1) • OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions (1) About the Serial Number The serial number provided for your device is required for the customer registration.
Step 2: Charging the rechargeable battery Please charge the battery before using the player. Charge the battery. Charge lamp (Available only with certain models) For U.K. and Hong Kong models: After about 1.5 hours, charging ends and the lamp turns off. (To get maximum performance from battery, continue charging it for another hour after the lamp turns off.) For other models:...
Basic Operations Transferring songs from the computer to the “Memory Stick” (Check-Out) Install the supplied OpenMG Jukebox software and import digital audio files to OpenMG Jukebox. For details, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox operating instructions. Note Before connecting the player to your computer for the first time, be sure to install “OpenMG Jukebox”...
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Transferring songs from the computer to “Memory Stick” (Check-Out) (continued) Transfer the music file to the “Memory Stick” (Check-out). For details on how to operate, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox operating instructions. When the cover of the USB connector is released. After releasing the cover, to reconnect, follow the steps below.
Listening to music with Network Walkman Please charge the battery before use (see page 8). Note When using Network Walkman, be sure to disconnect it from the computer. Insert a recorded “MagicGate Memory Stick” into Network Walkman. “MagicGate Memory Stick“ Memory Stick slot Connect the headphones/earphones.
Listening to music with Network Walkman (continued) On other operations Seesaw key Press (>) Press (PUSH) Press (.) Operation of the Seesaw key Go to the beginning Press (>) once. of the next track Go to the beginning Press (>) repeatedly. of the succeeding tracks Go to the beginning...
Advanced Operations Playing tracks repeatedly (REPEAT) You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways- all repeat, single repeat and shuffle repeat. Menu Playback mode Display indication* normal REP OFF none REP ALL all tracks repeatedly REP 1 current track repeatedly REP SHUF all tracks repeatedly in...
Adjusting the sound Seesaw key MEGA BASS/ AVLS buttons Emphasizing the bass sound (MEGA BASS) Mega Bass function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction. Press the MEGA BASS/AVLS button. Each time you press the MEGA BASS/AVLS button, the MEGA BASS indication changes as follows: BASS B BASS...
Changing the display mode Information for the track numbers or song titles appears on the display in playback or stop mode. You can change the display mode. DISPLAY button Press the DISPLAY button. Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display changes as shown below.
Locking the controls (HOLD) To prevent the controls from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function. HOLD switch Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. No controls will be able to operate. If you press buttons while the HOLD switch is ON, “HOLD”...
Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “VOL LO xx”* blinks. * xx is a numeric value. V OL Press the “VOLUME +/–” button to set the settings of LO, MID, or HI. 1 Sets numeric of LO. 2 Press B to display “VOL MID xx,” and set it using “+/–.”...
Changing the settings (continued) To change the display backlight setting (LIGHT) Menu Backlight mode always off turns on for three seconds after each operation (or until scrolling is complete) Press the MENU button. The menu is displayed. R E P : O F F Press b or B of the Seesaw key to display “LIGHT : ON.”...
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Do the same to set the hour and minute, and press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. Press the MENU button. The display returns to normal. To switch between 24 hour display and 12 hour display Press the DISPLAY button during the setting in step To exit from the Menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu or press the MENU button.
To erase music data from the “Memory Stick” (ERASE) You can erase music data from the “Memory Stick” one by one. Confirm the contents before erasing. Press the MENU button. The menu is displayed. R E P : O F F Press b or B of the Seesaw key to display “ERASE.”...
To format the “Memory Stick” (FORMAT) You can use the Network Walkman player to format the “Memory Stick”. If formatted, all data previously recorded on the “Memory Stick” will be erased. Be sure to check the data of the “Memory Stick” before formatting (data recorded using other devices will also be erased).
Menu Press the MENU button to display the menu. REP: (page 13) VOL: (page 16) BEEP: LIGHT: TITLE: (see below) DATE-TIME ERASE> FORMAT> [RETURN] On the TITLE menu You can choose between “ENG” (English) and“JPN” (Japanese). This function will be available in the future when the OpenMG Jukebox software is upgraded and you can use both English and Japanese for album and song titles.
Other Information Precautions On safety •When you carry the supplied rechargeable battery, be sure to put it in the supplied rechargeable battery carrying case. Carrying the rechargeable battery without the case may cause a short-circuit with metallic objects such as coins, key rings, or necklace. As a result, a heat may generate.
“Memory Stick” was in the player, we recommend that the “Memory Stick” be left in the player when you consult your Sony dealer so that the cause of trouble may be better understood.) Notes on the rechargeable battery •...
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using Network Walkman, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. For trouble concerning operations while connecting with your computer, please refer to the supplied software‘s online help “Troubleshooting” contents, too.
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The battery is full. (If the charging stops even when the battery is low, this may be due to a problem with the battery life. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer.) Cause/Remedy c Please wait for the authentication of the OpenMG Jukebox (page 31) to be finished.
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Other Symptom The buttons do not operate. There is no beep sound to indicate that operation has been accepted. Cannot insert the “Memory Stick.” The current time is reset. Cannot use a “Memory Stick” used on other devices. Cause/Remedy c Make sure the HOLD switch is OFF (page 16). c You must recharge the battery (page 8).
First, remove and reinsert the battery. If you have any questions or problems concerning your Network Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Check that “MagicGate Memory Stick” is inserted. If there is no music data in “MagicGate Memory Stick,” use the OpenMG Jukebox to Check-out music items.
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Stick” below for details.) If the problem persists, bring both the player and the “Memory Stick” to your nearest Sony dealer. • Remove and reinsert the battery, then check the display on the screen. • First, check-in the Check-in data available to your computer, then format the “Memory Stick”...
Carrying case (1) (For U.S.A. and Canada model only) Key ring (1) (Except for U.S.A. and Canada model) CD-ROM (OpenMG Jukebox installation disc) (1) NW-MS11 Operating Instructions (1) OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions (1) Optional accessories “MagicGate Memory Stick” MSG-32A (32MB) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note is terminology denoting the copyright protection system developed by Sony. It does not guarantee conversion among other media. “MagicGate Memory Stick”...
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Glossary (continued) SDMI SDMI which stands for Secure Digital Music Initiative, is a forum that consists of over 130 companies in the fields of recorded audio content, computers, and consumer electronics, dedicated to developing an integrated method of copyright protection technology that can be used worldwide.
Index Access lamp actual track artist name ATRAC3 AVLS Backlight Battery Battery charge lamp Battery remain indicator BEEP beginning of the track 12 Bit rate CD (compact disc) CD-ROM charging Check-in Check-out computer DATE–TIME display DISPLAY button display mode download EMD services ERASE erasure prevention switch...
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MEGA BASS MagicGate “MagicGate Memory Stick” 4, 5, 7, 31 “Memory Stick” 5, 23, 31 insert remove Menu MENU button 13, 16-22 OpenMG OpenMG Jukebox software playback Preset volume previous tracks REPEAT RETURN SDMI Serial Number set the current data and time 18 song title spectrum analyzer succeeding tracks...