Sony Walkman NW-MS77DR Operating Instructions Manual
Portable memory stick audio player
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Page 1: Network Walkman
Portable Memory Stick Audio Player Network Walkman Operating Instructions “WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. Corporation. NW-MS70D/MS90D/MS77DR © 2004 Sony Corporation 3-248-529-15(1) is a trademark of Sony... - Page 2 “Memory Stick” slot cover of the player (see page 10). Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No.
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Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY Model No.: NW-MS70D NW-MS90D NW-MS77DR Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 USA Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:... -
Page 4: Notice For Users
• 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. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Note on playing songs with a limited playing count ... 18 Recording onto your Network Walkman — Only for NW-MS77DR ... 19 Listening to music with your Network Walkman ... 22 What is the Group function? ... 23 On other operations ... 24 Removing the headphones from your Network Walkman ... -
Page 6: Overview
Overview What you can do with your Network Walkman First, you need to install the SonicStage Software into your computer. You can easily transfer digital audio files from your computer to the built-in flash memory or MagicGate-compatible “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied), and carry it anywhere to enjoy. -
Page 7: Other Features
• The supplied SonicStage software enables you to transfer songs recorded using the recording cradle to your computer (NW-MS77DR), and to record songs from audio CDs to the hard disc of your computer, using the ATRAC3plus format (high sound quality, high compression). -
Page 8: On "Magicgate Memory Stick
What you can do with your Network Walkman (continued) On “MagicGate Memory Stick” What is a “Memory Stick”? “Memory Stick” is a compact, portable and versatile Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk. “Memory Stick” is specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data among “Memory Stick”... -
Page 9: Using "Memory Stick" (Not Supplied) On Your Network Walkman
• Data transferred with the SonicStage software, and audio data recorded directly from the digital/analog audio device (only for NW-MS77DR) will be stored in a “HIFI” folder. Do not edit data stored in the “HIFI” folder using Windows Explorer. Data copied or edited using Windows Explorer cannot be played on your Network Walkman. -
Page 10: Step 1: Checking The Package Contents
(1) • Carrying pouch (1) • Neck strap (1) • Extension headphone cord (1) • Optical digital cable (1) (Only for NW-MS77DR) • CD-ROM (1) • Operating instructions (1) • SonicStage Operating Instructions (1) For the customer of NW-MS90D... -
Page 11: Step 2: Charging The Battery
Connect the DC plug of the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack of the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle. Connect the AC plug to a wall outlet. NW-MS70D/MS90D NW-MS77DR to DC IN AC power adaptor to DC IN... - Page 12 Be sure to attach your Network Walkman in the direction of the arrow as illustrated below. NW-MS70D/MS90D USB cradle connector CHARGE lamp USB Cradle NW-MS77DR Recording USB cradle CHARGE lamp The CHARGE lamp on the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle lights up and charging starts.
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Page 13: Locating Controls
Locating controls For details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses. Network Walkman Front side 1 VOL (+/–) control (Page 23, 35) 2 Headphone plug (Page 25) 3 Plug cover (Page 25 to 26) 4 SOUND/AVLS button (Page 30, 35) 5 “Memory Stick”... -
Page 14: Display
Locating controls (continued) Display 1 Text/graphic information display (page 27) Displays track number, track name, current date and time (page 28 to 34), ERROR MESSAGE (page 18, 53 to 55) and menu. Press the MENU button to switch the display mode. -
Page 15: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Transferring audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman 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. Even if the SonicStage software is already installed, you need to install SonicStage software with this package before connecting your Network Walkman to the computer (update programs may be available.) Install the SonicStage software in your computer using the supplied CD-ROM. - Page 16 USB cradle to DC IN NW-MS77DR Recording USB cradle to DC IN 3 Set the record select switch. (Only for NW-MS77DR) Set the record select switch to “USB/KEY PROTECT.” Dedicated USB cable (supplied) to the USB jack AC power adaptor*...
- Page 17 Note Be sure to attach your Network Walkman in the arrow direction as illustrated. NW-MS70D/MS90D USB cradle connector USB cradle NW-MS77DR Recording USB cradle Notes • The access lamp blinks while your Network Walkman accesses the computer. • Do not disconnect the USB cable or remove your Network Walkman from the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle when the access lamp is blinking.
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Page 18: Note On Playing Songs With A Limited Playing Period (Timeout Contents)
Transferring audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman (continued) Transfer audio files to your Network Walkman. For information on transferring audio files to the built-in flash memory or MagicGate-compatible “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied), refer to the separate manual “SonicStage Operating Instructions.” z Tip For information on transferring audio files back to the computer, refer to the manual “SonicStage Operating Instructions”... -
Page 19: Network Walkman
Recording onto your Network Walkman — Only for NW-MS77DR You can record songs onto your Network Walkman from a digital audio device (e.g. CD player) using an optical digital cable (supplied), or an analog audio device (e.g. cassette tape player) using a connecting cord (not supplied), not via computer. -
Page 20: Recording Onto Your
Recording onto your Network Walkman (continued) Connect the Network Walkman to a digital/analog audio device. 1 Connect the AC power adaptor. Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the recording USB cradle, and then to a wall outlet. 2 Connect the recording USB cradle and the digital/analog audio device. -
Page 21: Start Recording
4 Attach the Network Walkman to the recording USB cradle. Note Be sure to attach your Network Walkman in the direction of the arrow as illustrated below. Recording USB cradle Start recording. When synchro-recording is cancelled 1 Pause the playback of the CD, etc., that you want to record. 2 Press the REC/PAUSE button on the recording USB cradle. -
Page 22: Listening To Music With Your Network Walkman
Listening to music with your Network Walkman Charge the battery (page 11) and transfer/record (only for NW-MS77DR) audio files to the built-in flash memory or MagicGate-compatible “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) (page 15 to 21) prior to listening to music. -
Page 23: What Is The Group Function
Start playback. 2 Rotate the VOL 1 Press the Play/Stop button. HOLD switch (Set to off.) z Tip If your Network Walkman is not operated for 10 seconds while in stop mode, the display automatically turns off. When scrolling track titles, etc., the display turns off after scrolling is finished. -
Page 24: On Other Operations
Listening to music with your Network Walkman (continued) On other operations Shuttle switch Pull Press (>) (Confirm) Play/Stop button z Tip You can switch to the Group mode by pulling the Shuttle switch. Shuttle switch operation Skip to the beginning Rotate the Shuttle switch of the next track * clockwise (>) -
Page 25: Removing The Headphones From Your Network Walkman
Removing the headphones from your Network Walkman This procedure is required when you use the supplied extension headphone cord. 1 Rotate the plug cover counterclockwise to disconnect it from your Network Walkman. 2 Pull the plug cover from the plug in the direction of the arrow. -
Page 26: Attaching The Plug Cover To The Supplied Extension Headphone Cord
Listening to music with your Network Walkman (continued) Attaching the plug cover to the supplied extension headphone cord The extension headphone cord is convenient when your Network Walkman is in your pocket or carrying bag. 1 Slip the headphone plug of the extension cord into the plug cover. -
Page 27: Advanced Operations
Advanced Operations Playback mode You can play an audio file in five ways: all repeat, single repeat, shuffle repeat, group repeat, and group shuffle repeat. Playback mode Screen Icon* Normal play none All tracks repeatedly Current track repeatedly All tracks SHUF repeatedly in random order... -
Page 28: Changing The Display Mode
Changing the display mode You can view information such as track numbers or titles in the display while music is played or stopped. Change the display mode by operating the Shuttle switch in the Menu mode. • Lap Time: Elapsed time display mode The following will be displayed after a music title and artist name are displayed. -
Page 29: Selecting The Group Display Mode
Pull Displaying the remaining recordable time — Only for NW-MS77DR You can view the remaining recordable time in the built-in flash memory or a “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied). (The remaining recordable time is displayed only when the music is stopped; you cannot view during playback.) -
Page 30: Adjusting Treble And Bass (Digital Sound Preset)
Displaying the remaining recordable time (continued) After viewing the remaining recordable time, press the Play/Stop button. Press the MENU button. The display returns to the normal screen. To cancel the menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button. -
Page 31: Adjusting The Sound Quality
Adjusting the sound quality You can adjust the sound quality of bass and treble parts. Sound quality Emphasis level Bass -4 to +3 Treble -4 to +3 You can preset desired sound quality settings as “SOUND 1” and “SOUND 2.” While playing music, you can assign a preset sound quality to music. -
Page 32: Locking The Controls (Hold)
Locking the controls (HOLD) You can protect your Network Walkman against accidental operation by using the HOLD function when carrying it. HOLD switch Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. All operation buttons are disabled. If you press buttons while the HOLD switch is on, “HOLD”... -
Page 33: Adjusting The Settings Of Your Network Walkman
Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Adjusting the time setting of your Network Walkman to a computer’s built-in clock If the function is set to “ON,” the time setting of your Network Walkman is automatically adjusted to the computer’s built-in clock when your Network Walkman is connected to it (the SonicStage software must be started). -
Page 34: Adjusting The Current Time Setting (Date-Time)
Adjusting the current time setting (DATE- TIME) You can set and display the current time. You can also adjust the time setting of your Network Walkman to a computer’s built-in clock by connecting your Network Walkman to the computer. (Page 33) Shuttle switch (>) Press... -
Page 35: Limiting The Volume (Avls)
Limiting the volume (AVLS) 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 SOUND/AVLS button for half a second. -
Page 36: Switching To The Manual Mode
Setting the volume using the preset volume function (continued) Press the Play/Stop button to confirm. “MAN” blinks. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “SET >.” V O L Press the Play/Stop button to confirm. “VOL LO xx”* blinks. * “xx” stands for numeric values of the volume level. -
Page 37: Turning Off The Beep Sound (Beep)
Turning off the beep sound (BEEP) You can turn off the beep sounds of your Network Walkman. Shuttle switch to (.) (>) Press (Confirm) Play/Stop button Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. P L A Y M O D E > Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “BEEP:”... -
Page 38: Changing The Setting Of
Changing the setting of synchro-recording — Only for NW-MS77DR You can select the setting for synchro-recording. If you set synchro-recording to “ON,” recording will start automatically when a sound (signal) from the recording source (CD player, etc.) is detected (only when recording from the digital audio device using the optical digital cable). -
Page 39: Selecting The Bit Rate
Selecting the bit rate — Only for NW-MS77DR You can select the recording bit rate (48 kbps or 64 kbps) using the ATRAC3plus format. The higher the bit rate, the better the sound quality. However, audio data increases in size. - Page 40 Editing the track name and group name (EDIT NAME) (continued) Select the desired track or group which you want to edit. When editing the track name Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the desired track name, and press the Play/Stop button to confirm.
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Page 41: Other Functions
Other functions Erasing audio file (ERASE) You can erase a song stored in the built-in flash memory or “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied) by track or group (album). Prior to erasing a song, verify the song to be erased. If songs are erased, the SonicStage software recognizes them as songs to be transferred back to the computer when your Network Walkman is connected to the computer that you used for... -
Page 42: Regrouping Songs (Regroup)
Regrouping songs (REGROUP) The song group function may be disabled* when a song has been deleted from or added to the built-in flash memory or “Memory Stick Duo” by operating the computer in which the SonicStage software is not installed (page 15). In such a case, you may enable the group function by regrouping audio file. -
Page 43: Charging The Battery With A Usb Connection (Usb Charge)
Charging the battery with a USB connection (USB CHARGE) The setting enables you to charge your Network Walkman by connecting your Network Walkman to the computer using the dedicated USB cable. You can charge the battery without connecting the AC power adaptor. z Tip The USB CHARGE function is useful when you want to charge your Network Walkman away... -
Page 44: Formatting Memory (Format)
Formatting memory (FORMAT) You can use your Network Walkman to format the built-in flash memory or “Memory Stick Duo” (not supplied). 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. -
Page 45: Other Information
• Be careful not to let water into the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle from the clearance at the connection part. If you have any questions or problems concerning your Network Walkman, consult your nearest Sony dealer. continued... -
Page 46: When Disposing The Network Walkman
Precautions (continued) On handling the “Memory Stick Duo” • Do not label “Memory Stick Duo” to prevent sticking it in the slot. • You cannot record, edit, or delete data stored in a “Memory Stick” when the erasure prevention switch is set to “LOCK.” (A) •... - Page 47 For the customers in the U.S.A. and Canada RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES Nickel Metal Hydride batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/.
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Page 48: Troubleshooting
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. For trouble concerning operations while connected to your computer, refer to the online help of the supplied software in addition. - Page 49 Efficiency of the battery will be improved by repetition of charging and discharging. • The battery is required to be replaced. c Consult your near Sony dealer. • Battery charging time is not enough. c Your Network Walkman requires 15 minutes to check the battery condition to protect it before a quick recharge starts.
- Page 50 Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom Your Network Walkman is not recognized by the computer when it is connected to the computer. Song cannot be transferred. The number of audio files that can be transferred is not much. (Available recording time is short.) Audio files cannot be transferred back to the computer.
- Page 51 “Failed to authenticate Device/Media” is displayed on the computer screen while connecting the Network Walkman to the computer. On recording (Only for NW-MS77DR) Symptom The buttons on the recording USB cradle do not work. An error occurs while recording.
- Page 52 Troubleshooting (continued) Other Symptom There is no beep sound when your Network Walkman is operated. “Memory Stick” cannot be inserted into the slot. The current time is reset. Your Network Walkman, the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle gets warm.
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Page 53: Error Messages
Network Walkman using the SonicStage software, but you cannot operate the controls on your Network Walkman. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. • If the current time has not been set yet, set the current time in the menu mode (page 34). - Page 54 “Memory Stick”, transfer audio data connecting your Network Walkman to the computer, or connect your Network Walkman to the digital/analog audio device for recording (NW-MS77DR). If there is no audio files in the “Memory Stick”, use the SonicStage software to transfer audio files.
- Page 55 To delete abnormal data from a “Memory Stick” or built-in flash memory If “CANNOT PLAY,” “EXPIRED,” “FILE ERROR,” “STICK ERROR,” or “MG ERROR” is displayed, there is a problem with all or part of the data stored in the “Memory Stick” or the built-in flash memory. Follow the procedures below to erase data you cannot play.
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Page 56: Specifications
30 min. (256kbps) Supplied accessories 130 min. (64 kbps) 170 min. (48 kbps) USB cradle (NW-MS70D/MS90D) (1) Recording USB cradle (NW-MS77DR) (1) Headphones (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) ATRAC3plus AC power adaptor (for the supplied USB cradle) (1) 60 min. (256kbps) Carrying pouch (1) 260 min. -
Page 57: Glossary
Note is terminology denoting the copyright protection system developed by Sony. It does not guarantee conversion among other media. “MagicGate Memory Stick”... -
Page 58: Bit Rate
Glossary (continued) ATRAC3 ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression technology that satisfies the demand for high sound quality and high compression rates. The ATRAC3 compression rate is approximately 10 times higher than that of the Audio CD, resulting in an increased data capacity for the media. -
Page 59: Menu List
You can restore the group (Regrouping data) function. (page 42) BITRATE: You can select the desired bit rate. (page 39) (Selecting bit rate) (Only for NW-MS77DR.) REC REMAIN > You can display the remaining recordable time. (page 29) (Displaying (Only for NW-MS77DR.) remaining recordable time) “ON”: Activates synchro-... -
Page 60: Index
Index Access lamp Accessories ATRAC3 ATRAC3plus Audio CDs AVLS (Limiting the volume) Backlight Battery (rechargeable) Beep (Beep sound) Beep sound Bit rate CD (Audio CDs) CD-ROM Charging Clock Computer DATE-TIME Display Display mode Download Editing EDIT NAME EMD service ERASE 12, 17 Erasure prevention (LOCK) switch Explorer (Windows Explorer) - Page 61 MagicGate 8, 57 MagicGate-compatible “Memory Stick Duo” 9, 15, 19, 54 Insert 15, 19 Remove “Memory Stick” 8, 57 MENU button 27–31, 33–44 Menu list “MG Memory Stick (MagicGate Memory Stick)” 8, 57 OpenMG PC CLK Play Recording Recording USB cradle REC REMAIN Regroup Remaining battery indication...
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