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Sony WALKMAN NWD-E025F Operation Manual

Sony WALKMAN NWD-E025F Operation Manual

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NWD-E023F / E025F
©2008 Sony Corporation
3-875-124-11 (1)

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  • Page 1 Operation Guide NWD-E023F / E025F ©2008 Sony Corporation 3-875-124-11 (1)
  • Page 2 About the Manuals The following manuals are supplied with the player. Additionally, after connecting the player, you can refer to the help provided within the software. – “Quick Start Guide” explains set up, enabling you to import songs to a computer, and to transfer them to the player.
  • Page 3  Hints  You can jump to the indicated page by clicking a page number in the table of contents, in the home menu list, or in the index.  You can jump to the indicated page by clicking a page reference indication (e.g.  page 4) on each page.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents HOME Menu List ........ 6 Setting the Volume Level (Volume Mode) ..........Supplied Accessories ......7 Setting to a Manual Volume Changing the Style-Up® Panel .....8 (Manual Volume) ............Parts and Controls ......9 Setting a Preset Volume (Preset Volume) ..
  • Page 5 Useful Facts Maximizing Battery Life ....58 What are Format and Bit Rate? ..59 What is audio format? ........59 Storing Data Other than Audio Files ........60 Upgrading the Player’s Firmware ..61 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting........ 62 Messages ........... 70 Additional Information Precautions ........
  • Page 6: Home Menu List

    HOME Menu List You can display the HOME menu by pressing and holding the /HOME button of the player. The HOME menu is the starting point to play audio, search for songs, and change settings as follows. Selectable menu items may differ, depending on the function or settings you use. /HOME button (Settings) File Disp Language .......
  • Page 7: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied Accessories Please check the accessories in the package.  Headphones (1)  Style-Up® Panel (1)  USB cap for Style-Up® Panel (1)  Quick Start Guide (1)  Operation Guide (PDF file)*  “Auto Transfer” software* Operation Guide (PDF file) is stored in the built-in flash memory of the player.
  • Page 8: Changing The Style-Up® Panel

    Changing the Style-Up® Panel You can select from a variety of Style-Up® Panel colors and matching USB cap.  Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow () to deactivate the player, and then remove the USB cap. HOLD switch ...
  • Page 9: Parts And Controls

    Parts and Controls Front Headphones  PLAY MODE/SOUND*  VOL +* button /– button Switches the play mode (  page 22). Adjusts the volume. Press and hold this button to change   * the sound quality setting (  page button 25).
  • Page 10 Headphones  Headphone jack   /  button For connecting the headphones. Selects a song, folder, or menu item. Insert the jack pin until it clicks into You can also skip to the beginning of place. If the headphones are the song/folder, or fast-forward or connected improperly, the sound fast-rewind as follows.
  • Page 11: Rear

    Rear  HOLD switch  Accessory hole You can protect the player against Used to attach the optional accidental operation by using the accessories. HOLD switch when carrying it.  USB cap By sliding the HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow (), all Remove the USB cap and connect operation buttons are disabled.
  • Page 12: Display

    Display  Icon indication  Sound quality setting indication In Song control mode, appears, in Displays the current sound quality Folder control mode, appears on icon (  page 25). If the sound the 1st line. In either mode, quality is not set, no icon appears. appears on the 2nd line.
  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started Preparing the Player Charging the Player The player’s battery is recharged while the player is connected to a running computer. Remove the USB cap and connect the USB connector to a USB port on your computer. When the remaining battery indication of the display shows: , charging is completed (charging time is approx.
  • Page 14: Turning The Player On And Off

    Getting Started Notes  Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of between 5 to 35 ºC (41 to 95 ºF).  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 the player.
  • Page 15: Getting Data

    Getting Started Getting Data To enjoy audio data transferred to the player, you need to import audio data from the Internet or audio data from CDs to your computer before using the player. To import audio data from CDs, you need to use appropriate software for importing.
  • Page 16: Transferring Data

    Getting Started Transferring Data You can directly transfer data by dragging and dropping in Windows Explorer on your computer. Be sure to transfer data into the “MUSIC” folder. Playable data hierarchy has rules. To transfer data properly, read the following instructions.
  • Page 17: Transferring Music Automatically Using The "Auto Transfer" Software

    Getting Started Transferring music automatically using the “Auto Transfer” software You can transfer audio files automatically from a desired folder every time you connect the player to your computer using the “Auto Transfer” software stored on the player. When you use the “Auto Transfer” software for the first time, transfer audio files as follows.
  • Page 18: To Delete Music Transferred To The Player

    For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ To delete music transferred to the player Connect the player to your computer, and then delete any unnecessary audio...
  • Page 19: Playing Music (All Songs)

    Playing Music Playing Music (All Songs) Songs transferred by the “Auto Transfer” software or Windows Explorer can be played back on the player. /HOME button  button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears.  Press the  /  button to select (All Songs), and then press the  button to confirm. Playback starts from the last song you listened to.
  • Page 20: Playing Songs In Random Order For A Specified Period Of Time (Sports Shuffle)

    Playing Music Playing Songs in Random Order for a Specified Period of Time (Sports Shuffle) The player randomly selects songs from all transferred songs and plays them in random order for a specified duration (between 1 and 99 minutes). “10 min” (10 minutes) is set by default.
  • Page 21: Searching For Songs (Search)

    Playing Music Searching for Songs (Search) You can search for a song by its file name or its folder name. When you transfer audio data to the “MUSIC” folder using the “Auto Transfer” software or Windows Explorer, up to the 8th level under the “MUSIC” folder will appear on the player and can be played back.
  • Page 22: Changing The Play Mode (Play Mode)

    Playing Music Changing the Play Mode (PLAY MODE) The player offers a variety of play modes, including random play and selected repeat play. PLAY MODE/SOUND button Note  This function is not available while/after using “Sports Shuffle” or FM radio. If you want to use this function after “Sports Shuffle”...
  • Page 23: Settings

    Settings Setting the File Display Language (File Disp Language) You can select from 8 languages in which to display the transferred folder and audio file name.  button /HOME button / button Notes  This function is only available in pause mode. ...
  • Page 24 Settings Display language settings Setting Description English Folders and audio files are displayed in English. Folders and audio files are displayed in Spanish. Español Português Folders and audio files are displayed in Portuguese. Русский Folders and audio files are displayed in Russian. Українська...
  • Page 25: Setting The Sound Quality (Sound)

    Settings Setting the Sound Quality (Sound) You can preset 2 sound quality settings and switch between them during playback or in pause mode by pressing and holding the PLAY MODE/SOUND button. Furthermore, you can set the sound quality setting according to the music genre, etc., by selecting an “Equalizer”setting.
  • Page 26: Changing The Sound Quality (Equalizer)

    Settings Changing the sound quality (Equalizer) You can set your desired sound quality for each of “Sound1” and “Sound2, ” according to the music genre, etc.  button /HOME button / button Note  This function is not available while/after using FM radio. If you want to use this function after FM radio, operate from the HOME menu to select (All Songs) or (Sports...
  • Page 27 Settings List of Equalizer settings Setting item Description EQ Heavy Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. EQ Pop Stresses the middle range audio, ideal for vocals. EQ Jazz Emphasizes high and low ranges for a lively sound. EQ Unique Emphasizes high and low ranges, so that a small sound can be listened easily.
  • Page 28: Setting The Eq Custom Values

    Settings Setting the EQ Custom values You can preset the value of “Clear Bass” (bass) and 5 bands “Equalizer” as “Sound1” or “Sound2” while looking at the player’s screen. /HOME button  button / button Notes  If the “EQ Custom” value is set in “Equalizer” of the Setting menu, the “EQ Custom” setting is applied to the sound.
  • Page 29 Settings  Press the / button to select “ Edit>” displayed under “EQ Custom,” and then press the  button to confirm. The slider of “Clear Bass” appears highlighted. “Clear Bass” can be set to one of 4 sound levels. ...
  • Page 30: Listening With Clear Stereo Sound (Clear Stereo)

    Settings Listening with Clear Stereo Sound (Clear Stereo) “Clear Stereo” enables individual left and right digital processing of the sound.  button /HOME button / button Note  This function is not available while/after using FM radio. If you want to use this function after FM radio, operate from the HOME menu to select (All Songs) or (Sports...
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Volume Level (Dynamic Normalizer)

    Settings Adjusting the Volume Level (Dynamic Normalizer) You can set to reduce the volume level between songs. With this setting, when listening to folder songs in the shuffle play mode, the volume level between songs is moderated to minimize differences in recorded level. ...
  • Page 32: Changing The Display Mode (Display Mode)

    Settings Changing the Display Mode (Display Mode) You can change the display in play or pause mode.  button /HOME button / button Note  This function is not available while/after using FM radio. If you want to use this function after FM radio, operate from the HOME menu to select (All Songs) to confirm.
  • Page 33 Settings List of display types  “Basic”: The basic display (Default setting)  “Property”: Song information Displays the current play mode, the current folder number/total folder number of the playback range, the current song number/total song number of the playback range, ( Clear Stereo icon, ...
  • Page 34: Setting The Volume Level (Volume Mode)

    Settings Setting the Volume Level (Volume Mode) There are 2 modes to adjust the volume level. Manual Volume (Default setting): Press the VOL +/– button to adjust the volume level between 0 to 30. Preset Volume: Press the VOL +/– button to set the volume level to one of 3 preset levels: “Low, ” “Mid, ”...
  • Page 35: Setting A Preset Volume (Preset Volume)

    Settings Setting a Preset Volume (Preset Volume)  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears.  Press the / button to select (Settings), and then press the  button to confirm.  Press the / button to select “Advanced Settings>,” and then press the ...
  • Page 36: Setting A Preset Volume Value

    Settings Setting a Preset Volume value  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears.  Press the / button to select (Settings), and then press the  button to confirm.  Press the / button to select “Advanced Settings>,” and then press the ...
  • Page 37: Limiting The Volume (Avls)

    Settings 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. “AVLS OFF” is set by default. ...
  • Page 38: Turning Off The Beep Sound (Beep)

    Settings Turning Off the Beep Sound (Beep) You can turn off the beep sounds of the player. “Beep ON” is set by default.  button /HOME button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears. ...
  • Page 39: Setting The Current Time (Set Date-Time)

    Settings Setting the Current Time (Set Date-Time) You can set the current time by adjusting it manually.  button /HOME button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears.  Press the / button to select (Settings), and then press the ...
  • Page 40 Settings To return to the previous menu Press the /HOME button. To display the current time You can display the current time in either of the following ways:  Set “Clock” in “Changing the Display Mode (Display Mode)” (  page 32). ...
  • Page 41: Setting The Date Format (Date Disp Type)

    Settings Setting the Date Format (Date Disp Type) You can select the date format displayed for the current time (  page 39) from among year/month/day, day/month/year, and month/day/year.  button /HOME button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears.
  • Page 42: Setting The Time Format (Time Disp Type)

    Settings Setting the Time Format (Time Disp Type) You can select the time format displayed for the current time (  page 39) from either a “Time 24h” or “Time 12h” display.  button /HOME button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears.
  • Page 43: Changing The Usb Connection Setting (Usb Bus Powered)

    Settings Changing the USB Connection Setting (USB Bus Powered) Depending on how you are using the computer, if the power supply (USB Bus Power) 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”...
  • Page 44: Setting The Power Save Screen (Power Save Mode)

    Settings Setting the Power Save Screen (Power Save Mode) When you do not operate the player for a specified duration (about 15 seconds), the screen will change to the power save screen. You can change the power save screen settings. ...
  • Page 45: Setting The Contrast Of The Display (Contrast)

    Settings Setting the Contrast of the Display (Contrast) You can set the display contrast to one of 15 levels. “0” is set by default.  button /HOME button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears. ...
  • Page 46: Setting The Brightness Of The Display (Brightness)

    Settings Setting the Brightness of the Display (Brightness) You can set the display brightness level from 1 to 7. “4” is set by default.  button /HOME button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears.  Press the / button to select (Settings), and then press the  button to confirm.  Press the / button to select “Advanced Settings>,” and then press the  button to confirm. ...
  • Page 47: Displaying The Player Information (Information)

    Settings Displaying the Player Information (Information) Information such as model name, built-in flash memory capacity, serial number, and firmware version can be displayed.  button /HOME button / button  Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears. ...
  • Page 48: Resetting To Factory Settings (Reset All Settings)

    Settings Resetting to Factory Settings (Reset All Settings) You can reset the player to the default settings. Resetting the player does not delete the songs you have transferred to the player.  button /HOME button / button Notes  This function is only available in pause mode.  This function is not available while/after using FM radio.
  • Page 49: Formatting Memory (Format)

    Settings Formatting Memory (Format) You can format the built-in flash memory of the player. If the built-in flash memory is formatted, all audio data, the “Auto Transfer” software and Operation Guide (this manual) will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in the memory prior to formatting, and export any necessary data to the hard disk of your computer or other device.
  • Page 50 Settings To cancel the operation  Select “Cancel” in step , and press the  button to confirm. To return to the previous menu Press the /HOME button. Note  Do not format the built-in flash memory of the player in Windows Explorer. When you formatted the player in Windows Explorer accidently, do it again on the player ( ...
  • Page 51: Listening To Fm Radio

    Listening to FM Radio Listening to FM Radio You can listen to FM radio. The headphone cord works as an antenna. Use the player with the headphone cord extended. 1 Switching to the FM radio  button /HOME button / button ...
  • Page 52: Presetting Broadcast Stations Automatically (Fm Auto Preset)

    Listening to FM Radio To stop the FM radio and return to the audio player Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears, and then select (All Songs) or (Sports Shuffle) from the menu screen and press the ...
  • Page 53: Selecting Broadcast Stations

    Listening to FM Radio  Press the / button to select “OK,” and then press the  button to confirm. The receivable broadcast stations will be preset in order from low to high frequency. “COMPLETE” appears when presetting is completed, then the first preset station is received.
  • Page 54 Listening to FM Radio Preset Tuning Preset number appears with above and below. Operation Select the previous preset number Press the  button briefly. Select the next preset number Press the  button briefly. Note  You cannot select broadcast stations if no preset stations are entered. Preset the receivable stations using “FM Auto Preset”...
  • Page 55: Broadcast Stations Manually

    Listening to FM Radio Presetting Broadcast Stations Manually You can preset broadcast stations which “FM Auto Preset” cannot detect (  page 52).  button /HOME button / button  Select the desired frequency by the manual tuning mode (  page 53).
  • Page 56: Setting The Reception (Scan Sens)

    Listening to FM Radio Setting the Reception (Scan Sens) When you select stations using the “FM Auto Preset” function (  page 52) or “Manual Tuning” (  page 53), the FM receiver may receive many unwanted broadcast stations because the reception is too sensitive. In this case, set the reception to “Scan Sens Low.
  • Page 57: Changing The Monaural/Stereo (Mono/Auto)

    Listening to FM Radio Changing the Monaural/Stereo (Mono/Auto) If noise occurs during FM reception, set the receiver to “Mono” for monaural. If you set it to “Auto, ” monaural/stereo reception is selected automatically, depending on reception conditions. “Auto” is set by default. ...
  • Page 58: Useful Facts

    Useful Facts Maximizing Battery Life By adjusting the settings or managing the power supply properly, it is possible to save battery power and use the player for a longer time. To enter the Sleep status If you press the  button to pause playback or receiving an FM broadcast, after “POWER OFF”...
  • Page 59: What Are Format And Bit Rate

    Useful Facts What are Format and Bit Rate? What is audio format? Audio format refers to the method used when importing audio data from the Internet or audio CDs to a computer and saving it as an audio file. Common formats include MP3 and WMA, etc. MP3: MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3) is a common audio compression technology developed by the MPEG working group of the ISO (International Organization for Standardization).
  • Page 60: Storing Data Other Than Audio Files

    Useful Facts Storing Data Other than Audio Files You can store computer data into the built-in flash memory of the player by transferring the data from your computer in Windows Explorer. If the player is connected to the computer, the built-in flash memory appears in Windows Explorer as [WALKMAN] or [Removable Disk.] Notes ...
  • Page 61: Upgrading The Player's Firmware

    For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/  Download the update program to your computer from the web sites. ...
  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Look for information about the issue on one of the support web sites. For customers in Europe, visit: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America, visit: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in other countries/regions, visit: http://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models, visit: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/...
  • Page 63 Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy No data is played.  The battery is consumed.  Charge the battery fully (  page 13).  If the player does not react, even after charging the battery, press the RESET button to reset the player ( ...
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Songs are played back  The playback range is limited in the play mode (  within a limited playback page 22). range only, such as within  Change the play mode setting. one folder. Data cannot be deleted ...
  • Page 65 Troubleshooting Operation (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Transferred songs cannot  The built-in flash memory of the player was be found. formatted in Windows Explorer.  Format the built-in flash memory on the player (  page 49).  The player was disconnected from the computer while data was being transferred.
  • Page 66  The efficiency of the battery will be improved by repeatedly charging and discharging it.  When usable battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery fully, the battery should be replaced.  Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Continued ...
  • Page 67 Troubleshooting Power (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy The player cannot charge  The player is not connected to a USB port on your the battery. computer properly.  Disconnect the player, and then reconnect it.  The battery is charged in an ambient temperature out of the range 5 °C (41 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F).
  • Page 68 Troubleshooting Connection with the computer/“Auto Transfer” software (continued) Symptom Cause/Remedy Audio data cannot be  Transferring may be stopped due to noise such as transferred to the player static electricity, etc. This happens to protect data from your computer. information. ...
  • Page 69 Troubleshooting FM Radio Symptom Cause/Remedy You cannot hear the FM  The receiving frequency is not fully tuned in. broadcast well.  Select the frequency manually to improve reception (  page 53). Reception is weak and  The radio signal is weak. sound quality is poor.
  • Page 70: Messages

    Troubleshooting Messages Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display. Message Meaning Remedy This message appears This is not an error ACCESS after disconnecting the message. Wait until the player from the computer, message disappears. activating “File Disp Language”...
  • Page 71 (  page 55), then preset the stations you want. There is a problem with Consult your nearest Sony SYSTEM ERROR the hardware. dealer. The player fails to update Follow the on-screen UPDATE ERROR the firmware.
  • Page 72: Additional Information

    Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato- ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
  • Page 73  Do not touch the rechargeable battery with bare hands if it is leaking. Since battery liquid may remain in the player, consult your nearest Sony dealer if the battery has leaked. If the liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes as it may lead to blindness.
  • Page 74 Additional Information On installation  Do not put any heavy object on top of the player or apply a strong shock to the player. It may cause a player to malfunction or damage.  Never use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration.
  • Page 75 Additional Information On heat build-up Heat may build up in the player while charging if it is used for an extended period of time. On the headphones Road safety Avoid listening with your headphones in situations where hearing must not be impaired.
  • Page 76  Be careful not to let water get into the player from the opening near the connector.  Clean the headphone plug periodically. If you have any questions or problems concerning the player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Continued ...
  • Page 77  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 78  The recorded song is limited to private use only. Use of the song 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.
  • Page 79: About Copyrights

     Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.  Pentium is a trademark or a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.  “Style-Up” is a trademark or a registered trademark of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB.  US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 80: Specifications

    Additional Information Specifications Supported file format Music File format MP3(MPEG-1 Layer3) file format, ASF file format, MP4 file format, Wave-Riff file format File extension MP3* (.mp3), WMA* (.wma), AAC-LC* (.mp4* , .m4a, .3gp), Linear-PCM* (.wav) Codec MP3* Bit rate: 32 to 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequency: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz WMA* Bit rate: 32 to 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))
  • Page 81 Additional Information Maximum recodable number of files and folders Maximum number of files: 2,048 files Maximum number of folders: 1,024 folders Total maximum number of files and folders directly under one folder: Approx. 300 Capacity (User available capacity)* NWD-E023F: 1 GB (Approx. 968 MB = 1,015,726,080 bytes) NWD-E025F: 2 GB (Approx.
  • Page 82 Additional Information Battery life (continuous playback) By setting as follows, a longer battery life can be expected. The times below are approximated when “Power Save Mode” (  page 44) is set to “Save ON Super, ” and “Sound” (  page 25), “Clear Stereo” (  page 30) and “Dynamic Normalizer”...
  • Page 83 Additional Information System Requirements (for the player)  Computer IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the following Windows operating systems: – Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later) – Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later) –...
  • Page 84: Index

    Additional Information Index Symbols ............12 Equalizer ........26, 28 ............12 Explorer ........16, 60 ............12 1 ............25 2 ............25 Fast-forward ........10 1 (Repeat 1 Song) ......22 Fast-rewind ........10 (Repeat All) ........22 File Disp Language ......
  • Page 85 Additional Information Radio ..........51 Repeat..........22 RESET (the player) ......62 Reset All Settings ......48 Scan Sens .......... 56 Search ..........6, 21 Serial Number ......7, 47 Set Date-Time ........39 Set the current time ......39 Settings ..........

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