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... their respective holders. This manual explains how to operate your Network Walkman and how to use the SonicStage (supplied software), refer to the SonicStage operating instructions. 4 This is not supported by the player. Program ©2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2004 Sony Corporation OpenMG and its logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
... their respective holders. This manual explains how to operate your Network Walkman and how to use the SonicStage (supplied software), refer to the SonicStage operating instructions. 4 This is not supported by the player. Program ©2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2004 Sony Corporation OpenMG and its logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
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... ....... 23 Adjusting treble and bass (Digital sound preset 23 Selecting the Sound quality 23 Adjusting the Sound quality 24 Locking the controls (HOLD 25 Storing non-audio data 25 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Adjusting the time setting of your Network Walkman to a computer's built-in clock ... 36 To reset the player 36 What happened 36 Messages 39 Specifications 41 Glossary 42 Menu list 44 MP3 File Manager software operation What you can do with the MP3 File Manager 45 Transferring MP3 audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman 46 Display of MP3 ...
... ....... 23 Adjusting treble and bass (Digital sound preset 23 Selecting the Sound quality 23 Adjusting the Sound quality 24 Locking the controls (HOLD 25 Storing non-audio data 25 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Adjusting the time setting of your Network Walkman to a computer's built-in clock ... 36 To reset the player 36 What happened 36 Messages 39 Specifications 41 Glossary 42 Menu list 44 MP3 File Manager software operation What you can do with the MP3 File Manager 45 Transferring MP3 audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman 46 Display of MP3 ...
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...-in flash memory using Windows Explorer when your computer (MP3 File Manager software is connected to enjoy. EMD (Electric Music 1 Distribution) Services Store digital audio files on the Windows Explorer screen. When you need to install the "SonicStage" software into your Network Walkman is pre-installed in flash memory and carry it anywhere to the...
...-in flash memory using Windows Explorer when your computer (MP3 File Manager software is connected to enjoy. EMD (Electric Music 1 Distribution) Services Store digital audio files on the Windows Explorer screen. When you need to install the "SonicStage" software into your Network Walkman is pre-installed in flash memory and carry it anywhere to the...
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In this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. • Sony is not responsible for the battery duration is when continuously playing ATRAC3 format audio files. *2 Differs according to the bit rate when recording. Use of .... • The pre-installed MP3 File Manager software enables you can select songs to be played by album. • Storage function: you to transfer MP3 format audio files to your Network Walkman and listen to them with your Network Walkman as audio files. *1 Differs according to the data format. NW-S23: 256MB built-in flash memory, more...
In this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. • Sony is not responsible for the battery duration is when continuously playing ATRAC3 format audio files. *2 Differs according to the bit rate when recording. Use of .... • The pre-installed MP3 File Manager software enables you can select songs to be played by album. • Storage function: you to transfer MP3 format audio files to your Network Walkman and listen to them with your Network Walkman as audio files. *1 Differs according to the data format. NW-S23: 256MB built-in flash memory, more...
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... to it whenever you call upon your Network Walkman. Serial No • Arm band (1) • CD-ROM for the SonicStage software (1) • Operating Instructions (1) • SonicStage Operating Instructions (1) • CD-ROM for your device is on the rear side of your Sony dealer regarding this product. NW-S21/S23: • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) About the Serial Number...
... to it whenever you call upon your Network Walkman. Serial No • Arm band (1) • CD-ROM for the SonicStage software (1) • Operating Instructions (1) • SonicStage Operating Instructions (1) • CD-ROM for your device is on the rear side of your Sony dealer regarding this product. NW-S21/S23: • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) About the Serial Number...
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... computer. 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 when you need to install the SonicStage software supplied with this Network Walkman before connecting your Network Walkman to install the "SonicStage" software from the computer to your computer. Follow the procedure below. Even...
... computer. 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 when you need to install the SonicStage software supplied with this Network Walkman before connecting your Network Walkman to install the "SonicStage" software from the computer to your computer. Follow the procedure below. Even...
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... it is connected to the computer. 4 Transfer audio files to the manual "SonicStage operating instructions" or online Help for the SonicStage software. Always connect your Network Walkman to the computer directly using the SonicStage software, or transferred to your Network Walkman. • The control buttons on transferring audio files back to the computer, refer to your...
... it is connected to the computer. 4 Transfer audio files to the manual "SonicStage operating instructions" or online Help for the SonicStage software. Always connect your Network Walkman to the computer directly using the SonicStage software, or transferred to your Network Walkman. • The control buttons on transferring audio files back to the computer, refer to your...
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... transfer to the built-in each group. • You can switch between Track Name mode and Group mode by MP3 File Manager software on your Network Walkman. z Tip A group created by SonicStage software has priority over one created by pressing the GROUP button. • In the Group mode, group names are always grouped when...
... transfer to the built-in each group. • You can switch between Track Name mode and Group mode by MP3 File Manager software on your Network Walkman. z Tip A group created by SonicStage software has priority over one created by pressing the GROUP button. • In the Group mode, group names are always grouped when...
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... Changing the setting to "OFF" The time setting of your Network Walkman. To 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 and audio file transferring is executed (the SonicStage software must be started). REPEATMODE> 2 Press the .-/+> button to select "PC...
... Changing the setting to "OFF" The time setting of your Network Walkman. To 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 and audio file transferring is executed (the SonicStage software must be started). REPEATMODE> 2 Press the .-/+> button to select "PC...
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... deleted from or added the built-in flash memory by regrouping audio file. When you need to edit audio file, connect your Network Walkman to the computer and use the SonicStage software. * The order of songs will not be displayed in the menu screen or press the MENU button. Nx button .-/+> button MENU...
... deleted from or added the built-in flash memory by regrouping audio file. When you need to edit audio file, connect your Network Walkman to the computer and use the SonicStage software. * The order of songs will not be displayed in the menu screen or press the MENU button. Nx button .-/+> button MENU...
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...When formatting is complete, "COMPLETE" is displayed and the display returns to "MP3 File Manager software operation" on page 45. 34 For details, refer to the indication in step 2. 5 Press...verify the data stored in the menu screen.) • The MP3 File Manager software and MP3 audio files transferred with this software are erased as a result of formatting. "FORMATTING" blinks and formatting starts. ... is erased, you can use your Network Walkman to format the built-in the memory will not be erased. If the MP3 File Manager software is formatted, all data previously stored ...
...When formatting is complete, "COMPLETE" is displayed and the display returns to "MP3 File Manager software operation" on page 45. 34 For details, refer to the indication in step 2. 5 Press...verify the data stored in the menu screen.) • The MP3 File Manager software and MP3 audio files transferred with this software are erased as a result of formatting. "FORMATTING" blinks and formatting starts. ... is erased, you can use your Network Walkman to format the built-in the memory will not be erased. If the MP3 File Manager software is formatted, all data previously stored ...
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Troubleshooting If you to remedy the problem prior to consult a Sony dealer. Should any of the headphones. On operating Symptom There is set to help of the supplied software in the memory. There is no sound from the computer. • The HOLD switch is no sound, even ..." is no sound. The AVLS is not connected properly. Buttons do not work. c Disable the AVLS (page 28). To reset the player If your Network Walkman does not operate normally or if there is displayed, transfer audio file(s) from the right channel of the following difficulties while using your computer...
Troubleshooting If you to remedy the problem prior to consult a Sony dealer. Should any of the headphones. On operating Symptom There is set to help of the supplied software in the memory. There is no sound from the computer. • The HOLD switch is no sound, even ..." is no sound. The AVLS is not connected properly. Buttons do not work. c Disable the AVLS (page 28). To reset the player If your Network Walkman does not operate normally or if there is displayed, transfer audio file(s) from the right channel of the following difficulties while using your computer...
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... • The dedicated USB cable is used . Song cannot be displayed on . c Use the supplied SonicStage software to the computer with the software is not turned on your Network Walkman are involved. "CONNECT" is running on the computer. c For details, refer to the separate manual "SonicStage operating... • The dedicated USB cable is set "LIGHT" to the built-in flash memory using the SonicStage software. Connect the dedicated USB cable directly to your Network Walkman. c Connect the USB cable properly. • The free space of songs or groups that cannot be ...
... • The dedicated USB cable is used . Song cannot be displayed on . c Use the supplied SonicStage software to the computer with the software is not turned on your Network Walkman are involved. "CONNECT" is running on the computer. c For details, refer to the separate manual "SonicStage operating... • The dedicated USB cable is set "LIGHT" to the built-in flash memory using the SonicStage software. Connect the dedicated USB cable directly to your Network Walkman. c Connect the USB cable properly. • The free space of songs or groups that cannot be ...
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...for the size of songs contained in flash memory using the MP3 File Manager software. For details on the computer screen while connecting the Network Walkman to . Restart the SonicStage software. c Quit the SonicStage software and verify the connection of the built-in flash memory to where you ...stored in the built-in flash memory to where you want to transfer to is connected to transfer. Sometimes, during normal conditions, the player becomes slightly warm. 38 "Failed to authenticate Device/Media" is not guaranteed. c Connecting via a USB hub or USB extension is ...
...for the size of songs contained in flash memory using the MP3 File Manager software. For details on the computer screen while connecting the Network Walkman to . Restart the SonicStage software. c Quit the SonicStage software and verify the connection of the built-in flash memory to where you ...stored in the built-in flash memory to where you want to transfer to is connected to transfer. Sometimes, during normal conditions, the player becomes slightly warm. 38 "Failed to authenticate Device/Media" is not guaranteed. c Connecting via a USB hub or USB extension is ...
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... has not been set to the computer. Remedy Please wait for access to the computer and then format your Network Walkman. A group without song, use the SonicStage software. Other Information Messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in flash memory. The volume level exceeds...compatible with a playback restriction. • The song is protected by the playback restriction that is enabled. • Your Network Walkman cannot play the song with your nearest Sony dealer. • If the current time has not been set yet, set to "Note on . The battery is ...
... has not been set to the computer. Remedy Please wait for access to the computer and then format your Network Walkman. A group without song, use the SonicStage software. Other Information Messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in flash memory. The volume level exceeds...compatible with a playback restriction. • The song is protected by the playback restriction that is enabled. • Your Network Walkman cannot play the song with your nearest Sony dealer. • If the current time has not been set yet, set to "Note on . The battery is ...
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... computer. 4 Disconnect your Network Walkman from the built-in flash memory, use the SonicStage software to the computer and then format your Network Walkman is a problem with problems (such as expired songs), erase the data from the Portable Player window of the SonicStage software. 3 If the problem persists..., transfer all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash memory using the SonicStage software while your Network Walkman. For details, refer to "To delete abnormal...
... computer. 4 Disconnect your Network Walkman from the built-in flash memory, use the SonicStage software to the computer and then format your Network Walkman is a problem with problems (such as expired songs), erase the data from the Portable Player window of the SonicStage software. 3 If the problem persists..., transfer all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash memory using the SonicStage software while your Network Walkman. For details, refer to "To delete abnormal...
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... 2 hr. 30 min. (105 kbps) 4 hr. 10 min. (66 kbps) ATRAC3plus* 1 hr. 00 min. (256 kbps) 4 hr. 10 min. (64 kbps) 5 hr. 50 min. (48 kbps) MP3 1 hr. 00 min. (256 kbps) 2 hr. 00 min. (128 kbps) NW-S23 ATRAC3* 4 hr. 10 min. (132 kbps) 5 hr. 10 min. (105 kbps) 8 hr. 20 min. (66...) (w/h/d, projecting parts not included) Mass Approx. 40 g (2 oz) (battery not included) Supplied accessories Headphones (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) Arm band (1) CD-ROM for the SonicStage software (1) Operating Instructions (1) SonicStage Operating Instructions (1) CD-ROM for ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus apply if the MP3 File Manager...
... 2 hr. 30 min. (105 kbps) 4 hr. 10 min. (66 kbps) ATRAC3plus* 1 hr. 00 min. (256 kbps) 4 hr. 10 min. (64 kbps) 5 hr. 50 min. (48 kbps) MP3 1 hr. 00 min. (256 kbps) 2 hr. 00 min. (128 kbps) NW-S23 ATRAC3* 4 hr. 10 min. (132 kbps) 5 hr. 10 min. (105 kbps) 8 hr. 20 min. (66...) (w/h/d, projecting parts not included) Mass Approx. 40 g (2 oz) (battery not included) Supplied accessories Headphones (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) Arm band (1) CD-ROM for the SonicStage software (1) Operating Instructions (1) SonicStage Operating Instructions (1) CD-ROM for ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus apply if the MP3 File Manager...
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...second). 64 kbps means 64,000 bits of this content across a network (or elsewhere). This allows you to transfer digital music content from the EMD/Audio CD on the hard drive. ATRAC3...higher quality sound comparing to ATRAC3. It does not guarantee conversion among other media. Application software that compresses data higher than ATRAC3. However, audio files in an encrypted format to ... methods, and thus sound quality cannot be determined by Sony. The ATRAC3 compression rate is installed on the computer encrypts the digital music content when recording on a personal computer. Bit ...
...second). 64 kbps means 64,000 bits of this content across a network (or elsewhere). This allows you to transfer digital music content from the EMD/Audio CD on the hard drive. ATRAC3...higher quality sound comparing to ATRAC3. It does not guarantee conversion among other media. Application software that compresses data higher than ATRAC3. However, audio files in an encrypted format to ... methods, and thus sound quality cannot be determined by Sony. The ATRAC3 compression rate is installed on the computer encrypts the digital music content when recording on a personal computer. Bit ...
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.../walkmansupport] for US and Canadian model, [http:// www.css.ap.sony.com/] for your computer before using the MP3 File Manager software, to your Network Walkman in your Network Walkman from the supplied CD-ROM in the same format (MP3), unlike the SonicStage software, which converts MP3 audio files into ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus format. The computer will...
.../walkmansupport] for US and Canadian model, [http:// www.css.ap.sony.com/] for your computer before using the MP3 File Manager software, to your Network Walkman in your Network Walkman from the supplied CD-ROM in the same format (MP3), unlike the SonicStage software, which converts MP3 audio files into ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus format. The computer will...
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...-ROM by formatting, etc., you use Windows 2000. • With the Network Walkman, priority is given to a computer. • You can also download the MP3 File Manager software from the Sony customer service website ([http://www.supportnwwalkman.com] for European model, [http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport] for US and Canadian model, [http:// www.css.ap...
...-ROM by formatting, etc., you use Windows 2000. • With the Network Walkman, priority is given to a computer. • You can also download the MP3 File Manager software from the Sony customer service website ([http://www.supportnwwalkman.com] for European model, [http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport] for US and Canadian model, [http:// www.css.ap...