About the Manuals Included with the player are the Quick Start Guide and this PDF-format Operation Guide. Additionally, after installing CONNECT Player software from the supplied CD-ROM, you can refer to the Help within CONNECT Player. – The Quick Start Guide explains set up and the basic operations, enabling you to import tracks into a computer, to transfer them to the player, and to play them back.
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To change the page layout The buttons at the bottom of the Adobe Reader screen enable you to select how pages are displayed. Single Page Pages are displayed one at a time. When you scroll, the display changes to a previous or succeeding page. Continuous Pages are displayed as a continuous roll of pages.
Table of Contents Supplied Accessories... 7 Basic Operation – Parts and Controls... Playing Tracks Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks from all tracks (All Song) ... Searching for tracks by artist Searching for tracks by album Searching for tracks by genre Searching for tracks by release year (Release Year) ...
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Advanced Feature Recharging the Player ... 61 Maximizing Battery Life ... 62 What are Format and Bit Rate? ... 63 Playing Tracks Without Pauses ... 64 Playing Audio Files Stored in SonicStage ... 65 How is Track Information Imported into the Player?... 66 Storing Data Other Than Audio Files ...
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Button Function Menu You can operate the following functions using the DISP/FUNC, SEARCH/ MENU, REPEAT/SOUND button of the player. Front SEARCH/MENU button DISP/FUNC button Rear REPEAT/SOUND button DISP/FUNC button Pressing briefly Switches the display mode ... 44 Pressing and holding The following Function menu items appear.
Supplied Accessories Please check the accessories in the package. Headphones (1) USB cable (1) About the serial number The serial number provided for this player is required for the customer registration. The number is on a label on the rear of the player. Do not remove the label.
Basic Operation – Front Shuttle switch button SEARCH/MENU button Shuttle switch Rotate the Shuttle switch in the direction of or to select a track or menu item. You can also skip to the beginning of the track, fast-forward or fast-rewind as follows.
HOLD function You can protect the player against accidental operation by using the HOLD function when carrying it. ALBUM Normal HOLD By pushing the Shuttle switch to the HOLD position, all operation buttons are disabled. If you press buttons while the HOLD function is activated, “HOLD”...
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Rear REPEAT/SOUND button Strap hole REPEAT/SOUND button Switches the Track Repeat mode. Press and hold this button to change the Sound quality setting. Strap hole This is used to attach a neck strap. Headphone jack For connecting the headphones. To use the headphone extension cord Connect until it clicks into place.
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Display Current track number/total track number of the Play Range Text/graphic information display Playing status indication Repeat mode indication Digital sound preset indication Remaining battery indication Text/graphic information display Displays album title, artist name, track name, current date and time, messages and menu.
Playing Tracks Searching for Tracks You can search for tracks by “All Song,” “Artist,” “Album,” “Genre,” etc. Searching for tracks from all tracks Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the ...
Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks by artist Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the button to confirm, and then press the SEARCH/MENU button.
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Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Hints • When you press the SEARCH/MENU button while using Music Library for track playback (or in stop mode), the Search menu appears for you to select a search method (All Song/Artist/Album/Genre/Release Year/Favorite 100/Playlist/RecentTransfer). •...
Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks by album Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the button to confirm, and then press the SEARCH/MENU button.
Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks by genre Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the button to confirm, and then press the SEARCH/MENU button.
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Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Hints • When you press the SEARCH/MENU button while using Music Library for track playback (or in stop mode), the Search menu appears for you to select a search method (All Song/Artist/Album/Genre/Release Year/Favorite 100/Playlist/RecentTransfer). •...
Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks by release year Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the button to confirm, and then press the SEARCH/MENU button.
Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks from 100 favorite tracks You can search for tracks from the 100 most played. Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the ...
Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks by playlist You can play track lists (playlists) created in CONNECT Player. Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the ...
Playing Tracks... Searching for Tracks Searching for tracks from albums recently transferred (Recent Transfer) Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Music Library” and press the button to confirm, and then press the SEARCH/MENU button.
Playing Tracks Playing Tracks in Random Order (Intelligent Shuffle) The player offers 4 different random and repeat play modes (also known as “shuffle play” types). Playing your 100 favorite tracks in random order (My Favorite Shuffle) The player selects the 100 tracks that have been played the most and plays them in random order repeatedly.
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Playing Tracks... Playing Tracks in Random Order Hints • Pull the Shuttle switch out to the ALBUM position and rotate to select the 100 most frequently played tracks, and they are reshuffled. • When you press the SEARCH/MENU button while using Intelligent Shuffle for track playback (or in stop mode), the Intelligent Shuffle mode menu appears for you to select a shuffle mode (My Favorite Shuffle/Artist Link Shuffle/Time Machine Shuffle/Sports Shuffle).
Playing Tracks... Playing Tracks in Random Order Playing similar genre tracks to the selected artist in random order (Artist Link Shuffle) The player randomly selects an artist, similar genre tracks to the selected artist are searched (Artist Link Shuffle), and plays them in random order repeatedly. ...
Playing Tracks... Playing Tracks in Random Order Playing tracks released in the same year in random order (Time Machine Shuffle) The player randomly selects a release year and plays all tracks in that year in random order repeatedly. Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears.
Playing Tracks... Playing Tracks in Random Order Playing tracks in random order for a specified period of time (Sports Shuffle) The player randomly selects tracks from all the stored tracks and plays them in random order repeatedly (between 1 and 99 minutes). ...
Playing Tracks Changing the Repeat Mode There are 3 types of repeat mode: Track Repeat, A-B Repeat, and Sentence Repeat. • Track Repeat (Track Rep) This mode plays back tracks repeatedly in the following 3 ways. Track Repeat mode Repeat Single Repeat Shuffle Repeat •...
Playing Tracks... Changing the Repeat Mode Selecting the repeat mode Note • Only available when using the Music Library function in stop mode. Press and hold the SEARCH/MENU button in stop mode until the Setting menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Repeat Mode>” and press the ...
Playing Tracks... Changing the Repeat Mode To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. Notes • The display automatically returns to the playback screen if you do not operate any button for 60 seconds.
Playing Tracks... Changing the Repeat Mode Playing a specified section repeatedly While playing a track, you can set the start point (A) and end point (B) for a section you wish to play repeatedly. Select the A-B Repeat mode (A-B Rep) ( page 28). ...
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Playing Tracks... Changing the Repeat Mode To clear the start point (A) and end point (B) • Press the REPEAT/SOUND button during A-B Repeat playback. • Press the SEARCH/MENU button during A-B Repeat playback. • Select the previous or next track by rotating the Shuttle switch during A-B Repeat playback.
Playing Tracks... Changing the Repeat Mode Playing specified sentences repeatedly This function automatically detects voice data between blank spaces (silent section) and repeats the voice data for a set number of counts. This is useful for language-learning material which has no background music. ...
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Playing Tracks... Changing the Repeat Mode To clear the setting point • Press the REPEAT/SOUND button during Sentence Repeat playback. • Press the SEARCH/MENU button during Sentence Repeat playback. • Select the previous or next track by rotating the Shuttle switch during Sentence Repeat playback.
Settings Setting the Sound Quality (Digital Sound Preset) You can adjust the treble and bass. You can preset 2 settings, which can be selected while the audio player is played. Selecting the Sound quality setting Default settings Sound quality (Indication) Bass Treble Note...
Settings... Setting the Sound Quality Adjusting the Sound quality You can adjust the bass and treble. Sound quality Bass Treble You can preset the desired sound quality settings as “Sound 1” and “Sound 2” and select either one while playing music. Note •...
Settings Setting the Maximum Speed of the Fast- forward/Fast-rewind You can set the maximum speed of the track fast-forward/fast-rewind to either “Cue/Rev Normal” (normal speed) or “Cue/Rev Rapid” (high speed). Note • Only available when using the Music Library or Intelligent Shuffle functions in stop mode.
Settings Setting the Volume Using the Preset Volume Function There are 2 modes to adjust the volume level. Manual Volume: Press the VOL +/– button to adjust the volume level from 0 to 31. Preset Volume: Press the VOL +/– button to set the volume level to any of 3 preset levels: Low, Mid, or High.
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Settings... Setting the Volume Using the Preset Volume Function To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. Note • If AVLS ( page 39) is set, the actual volume may be lower than the settings. Releasing AVLS returns the volume to the preset level.
Settings Limiting the Volume 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. Press and hold the SEARCH/MENU button until the Setting menu appears.
Settings Turning Off the Beep Sound You can turn off the beep sounds of the player. Press and hold the SEARCH/MENU button until the Setting menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Beep>” and press the button to confirm.
Settings Saving Power Consumption (Power Save Mode) You can set the player to Power Save mode to turn off the display automatically when you do not operate the unit for a while (15 seconds). • Save On Normal: Animation appears while playing back music or receiving an FM signal (Power Save display).
Settings Changing the Display Mode You can view various information in the display while using the Music Library function. To change display mode, press the DISP/FUNC button. There are 6 types of display, and you can set the desired display in the Setting menu ( ...
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Settings... Changing the Display Mode • Flower: Displays animations. • Tropical Fish: Displays animations. • Lapse Time: Displays the current playing status, the current volume level, the elapsed time, and the current track number/total track number of the Play Range. Playing status During playback: Animation is activated.
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Settings... Changing the Display Mode Changing the display mode Note • Only available when using the Music Library function. Press the DISP/FUNC button while using Music Library function. Each press changes the display mode as follows: (normal display) Note •...
Settings... Changing the Display Mode Selecting the display types You can select whether or not to use each of the 6 display types: “Property,” “Clock1,” “Clock2,” “Flower,” “Tropical Fish,” and “Lapse Time” by pressing the DISP/FUNC button. You can only view the screen which is set to on in the “Display Screen” menu. Note •...
Settings Adjusting the Current Time Setting (Date-Time) You can set and display the current time. Press and hold the SEARCH/MENU button until the Setting menu appears. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “Date-Time>” and press the button to confirm. The year digit appears in [ ].
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Settings... Adjusting the Current Time Setting To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. To display the current time When using the Music Library function, press the DISP/FUNC button repeatedly until “Clock1”...
Settings Formatting Memory You can use the player to format the built-in flash memory. If memory is formatted, all the following data stored in the built-in flash memory will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in the memory prior to formatting.
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Settings... Formatting Memory To cancel the Menu mode Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. To cancel formatting Select “Cancel” and press the button to confirm in step . Note •...
Settings Changing the USB Connection Setting (USB Bus Powered) Depending on the computer you are using, if the power supply is insufficient, incomplete data transfer may occur from the computer to the player. In this case, setting the USB connection (USB Bus Powered) to “Low-Power 100mA” may improve data transfer.
Settings Setting the Date Format You can select the date format of the current time ( page 46) display from among “year/month/day,” “day/month/year” and “month/day/year.” Note • Only available when using the Music Library function in stop mode. Press and hold the SEARCH/MENU button in stop mode until the Setting menu appears.
Settings Setting the Time Format For current time ( page 46), you can select either a 12 or 24 hour display. Note • Only available when using the Music Library function in stop mode. Press and hold the SEARCH/MENU button in stop mode until the Setting menu appears.
Settings Displaying the Player Information (Information) Information such as product name, built-in flash memory capacity, serial number and software version can be shown. Note • Only available when using the Music Library function in stop mode. Press and hold the SEARCH/MENU button in stop mode until the Setting menu appears.
FM Tuner Listening to FM Radio You can listen to FM radio. Charge the built-in rechargeable battery before using the player ( page 61), and connect the headphones to the headphone jack. 1 Switching to the FM tuner Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears.
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FM Tuner... Listening to FM Radio To stop the FM tuner and return to the audio player Press and hold the DISP/FUNC button until the Function menu appears, and then select “Intelligent Shuffle” or “Music Library” from the Function menu. To turn off the volume of the FM tuner briefly By pressing the ...
FM Tuner... Listening to FM Radio 2 Presetting broadcast stations automatically You can preset receivable broadcast stations (up to 30 stations) in your area automatically by selecting “FM Auto Preset” in the Setting menu. This is convenient when you use the FM tuner for the first time or when you change to a new area.
FM Tuner... Listening to FM Radio 3 Selecting broadcast stations There are 2 ways (preset or manual tuning) to select broadcast stations. • Preset Tuning: Set the Shuttle switch to the center (Preset) position to enter preset tuning mode. In preset tuning mode, you can select broadcast stations by preset number.
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FM Tuner... Listening to FM Radio Manual Tuning The frequency appears in [ ]. When a selected frequency is already preset, the number also appears. Select the next frequency Select the previous frequency Select the next receivable broadcast station* Select the previous receivable broadcast station* * Rotating and holding the Shuttle switch to ...
FM Tuner Presetting Desired Broadcast Stations You can preset broadcast stations that “FM Auto Preset” misses ( page 56). Select the desired frequency by Manual Tuning mode. Press and hold the button. The frequency you select in step appears to the left of the frequency.
FM Tuner Setting the Reception When you set the “FM Auto Preset” ( page 56) or “Manual Tuning” ( page 58), it may receive many unnecessary broadcast stations because reception is too sensitive. In this case, set to “Scan Sens Low.” ...
Advanced Feature Recharging the Player The player is rechargeable when connected to a computer with the supplied USB cable When the remaining battery indication of the display shows: complete (charging time is approx. 120 minutes Fully charge the player (to display) before using it for the first time.
Advanced Feature Maximizing Battery Life By following a few simple guidelines, you can extend the playing time available from a battery charge. Screen display auto-off Setting the display to turn off after a certain period of time of not using the player (approx.
Advanced Feature What are Format and Bit Rate? What is format? The format of a track refers to the method used by CONNECT Player to store the track’s audio information when tracks are imported to CONNECT Player from the Internet or audio CDs. Common formats include MP3 and ATRAC, etc.
Advanced Feature Playing Tracks Without Pauses If you import tracks into CONNECT Player in ATRAC format and transfer them to the player, you can play them on the player continuously, without pauses between the tracks. For example, an album that includes a long recording of a live performance with no pauses between songs can be played continuously without pauses after the tracks are imported to CONNECT player in ATRAC format and then transferred to the player.
Advanced Feature Playing Audio Files Stored in SonicStage You can play tracks stored in SonicStage software on the player by first importing them into CONNECT Player. For details about importing tracks into CONNECT Player, refer to CONNECT Player Help. Note •...
Advanced Feature How is Track Information Imported into the Player? When you import CD tracks into CONNECT Player, CONNECT Player automatically retrieves information about the tracks (such as album title, artist name, and track name) from a CD database service (CDDB, the Gracenote CD DataBase) on the Internet at no charge.
Advanced Feature Storing Data 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. The built-in flash memory appears in Windows Explorer as a removable storage drive. Notes •...
For customers in Europe: http://www.sonydigital-link.com/DNA/ For customers in China: http://service.sony.com.cn/KB/ For customers in Taiwan: http://www.twsupport.css.ap.sony.com/ For customers in Korea: http://scs.sony.co.kr/walkman/ For customers in other countries or areas: http://www.css.ap.sony.com/ Download “Digital Player Software Update tool” to your computer from the web site.
For customers in China, visit: http://service.sony.com.cn/KB/ For customers in Taiwan, visit: http://www.twsupport.css.ap.sony.com/ For customers in Korea, visit: http://scs.sony.co.kr/walkman/ For customers in other countries or areas, visit: http://www.css.ap.sony.com/ If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Buttons do not work. The transferred tracks cannot be found. The volume is not loud enough. There is no sound from the right channel of the headphones. Playback has stopped suddenly. Display window Symptom “” appears for a title. Cause/Remedy •...
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Battery life becomes shorter due to the battery characteristics. This is not malfunction. • The battery is required to be replaced. Consult your near Sony dealer. • Battery charging time is not enough. Charge the battery longer if the USB connection (USB Bus Powered) is set to “Low-Power...
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Troubleshooting Connection with the computer/CONNECT Player Symptom “USB Connect” does not appear when connected to the computer with the USB cable. The player is not recognized by the computer when it is connected to the computer. (continued) Cause/Remedy • The USB cable is not connected properly. ...
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Troubleshooting Connection with the computer/CONNECT Player Symptom Audio data cannot be transferred to the player from your computer. Only a small number of tracks can be transferred to the player. (Available recording time is short.) Audio data cannot be transferred back to your computer from the player.
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Troubleshooting FM Tuner Symptom You cannot hear the FM broadcast well. Reception is weak and sound quality is poor. The FM broadcast is affected by interference. Other Symptom There is no beep sound when the player is operated. The player gets warm. Cause/Remedy •...
Troubleshooting Error Messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display. Message AVLS (blinks) CANNOT PLAY CHARGE ERROR DATA ACCESS EXPIRED FILE ERROR Meaning Remedy The volume level exceeds Turn the volume down or the rated value while disable AVLS ( ...
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Troubleshooting... Error Messages Message FORMAT ERROR FUNCTION LIMITED HOLD LOW BATTERY MG ERROR NO DATA NO DATABASE NO ITEM PRESET FULL Meaning Remedy The built-in flash memory Format the player using was formatted on a the “Format” menu. For computer. details, refer to “To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory”...
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Troubleshooting... Error Messages Message USB Connect To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory If “CANNOT PLAY,” “EXPIRED,” “FILE ERROR,” “FORMAT ERROR,” “MG ERROR,” or “NO DATABASE” appears, there is a problem with all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash memory. Please follow the procedure below to erase data you cannot play.
Troubleshooting Uninstalling CONNECT Player To uninstall the supplied software from your computer, follow the procedure below. Click “Start”– “Control Panel.” Double-click “Add/Remove Programs.” Click “CONNECT Player” in the “Currently Installed Programs” list, and then click “Change and Remove.” Follow the displayed instruction and restart your computer.
The model and serial numbers are located on 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. Model No. ___________________________ Serial No. ___________________________ WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus...
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Additional Information If you have any questions about this product: Visit: 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 Model NW-A605/A607/A608 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.:...
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Additional Information For Customers in the USA and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/.
Additional Information Notes on Disposing of the Player This player has a built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. When you dispose of the player, be sure to dispose of it properly. Some countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product.
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Additional Information...Notes on Disposing of the Player To remove the Lithium-Ion battery Remove the screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the cover A. Remove the cover B. Remove the connector. Remove the board. Remove the battery.
Additional Information Precautions On safety Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the player with other metallic objects. On installation • Never use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. • Never leave the player exposed to high temperature, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
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• 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 incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the player or computer.
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• 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.
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• 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 incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the player or computer.
Sony Corporation. • OpenMG, ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • “WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Additional Information Specifications Maximum recordable number of track (Approx.)* Bit rate 48 kbps 64 kbps 96 kbps 128 kbps 132 kbps 160 kbps 192 kbps 256 kbps 320 kbps * When transferring four-minute tracks. Maximum recording time (Approx.) Bit rate 48 kbps 64 kbps 96 kbps...
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Additional Information... Specifications IF (FM) 225 kHz Antenna Headphone cord antenna Interface Headphone: Stereo mini Hi-speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) 80 dB or more Operating temperature 5°C to 35°C (67°F to 95°F) Power source • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery •...
Additional Information Index A-B Repeat...30 Accessories ...7 Adobe Reader...3 Album ...8, 15 All Song ...12 Artist ...13 Artist Link Shuffle ...24 ATRAC...63 AVLS (Limiting the volume) ...39 Battery...61, 62 Beep (Beep sound)...40 Bit rate...63 CD-ROM...7 Clock ...42 Computer...3 CONNECT Player ...3 Cue/Rev...36 Date-Time ...46 Date Disp Type...51...
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Additional Information... Radio ...54 Recent Transfer ...21 Recharging ...61 Release Year ...18 Repeat ...27 REPEAT/SOUND button...6, 10 Repeat count...28 Repeat Mode ...28 Reset...69 Scan Sens ...60 SEARCH/MENU button...6, 9 Searching for Tracks ...12 Sentence Repeat ...32 Serial Number ...53 SHUF ...29 Shuttle switch...8 Skip to the beginning of a track ...8 Sound preset...