Media Manager Instructions
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Getting Started with Media Manager for WALKMAN to transfer photos, music, video, and RSS media feeds between your WALKMAN. The software also has the ability to rip audio tracks from your WALKMAN to your computer. What do you want to your computer and WALKMAN. What you can use Media Manager for WALKMAN Software You can transfer files from C Ds and transfer them to learn more about? In addition, you 'll need Connecting a WALKMAN Music mode Audio CD Rip mode mode Video mode RSS Media Feed mode Settings mode Photo Page 9
Getting Started with Media Manager for WALKMAN to transfer photos, music, video, and RSS media feeds between your WALKMAN. The software also has the ability to rip audio tracks from your WALKMAN to your computer. What do you want to your computer and WALKMAN. What you can use Media Manager for WALKMAN Software You can transfer files from C Ds and transfer them to learn more about? In addition, you 'll need Connecting a WALKMAN Music mode Audio CD Rip mode mode Video mode RSS Media Feed mode Settings mode Photo Page 9
Media Manager Instructions
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Page 10 For more information about the specific cable required for WALKMAN software with your computer. What You'll Need To use the Media Manager for WALKMAN C D-ripping features, you'll need a C D drive and an Internet connection (to obtain C D information from Gracenote MusicID). If you want to download RSS media feeds, you 'll need the following items: A USB cable for connecting your WALKMAN to use Media Manager for your WALKMAN, please refer to your WALKMAN's documentation. If you want to your WALKMAN, you 'll need an Internet connection.
Page 10 For more information about the specific cable required for WALKMAN software with your computer. What You'll Need To use the Media Manager for WALKMAN C D-ripping features, you'll need a C D drive and an Internet connection (to obtain C D information from Gracenote MusicID). If you want to download RSS media feeds, you 'll need the following items: A USB cable for connecting your WALKMAN to use Media Manager for your WALKMAN, please refer to your WALKMAN's documentation. If you want to your WALKMAN, you 'll need an Internet connection.
Media Manager Instructions
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Start Media Manager for WALKMAN. 1. C onnect a USB cable to view by choosing it from the Selected Device drop-down list between the PC and WALKMAN panes displays the space available on the selected WALKMAN. Media Manager keeps track of each WALKMAN that you want to your WALKMAN. 2. The status bar between the PC and WALKMAN panes: Page 11 Perform the following steps to start using Media Manager for WALKMAN. Connecting Your WALKMAN Media Manager for WALKMAN works with the application, so you can choose the device you 've used with a USB-connected WALKMAN.
Start Media Manager for WALKMAN. 1. C onnect a USB cable to view by choosing it from the Selected Device drop-down list between the PC and WALKMAN panes displays the space available on the selected WALKMAN. Media Manager keeps track of each WALKMAN that you want to your WALKMAN. 2. The status bar between the PC and WALKMAN panes: Page 11 Perform the following steps to start using Media Manager for WALKMAN. Connecting Your WALKMAN Media Manager for WALKMAN works with the application, so you can choose the device you 've used with a USB-connected WALKMAN.
Media Manager Instructions
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...the Music Mode button at the bottom of tracks, click the Shuf f le button again. 5. The Shuf f le button is not available if your WALKMAN memory is not connected via USB. 4. Music in the Shuffle Results folder, you s pec ified will be filled. Shuf f le One Hour C reates a random c... ollec tion of s ongs from the selected location to the Shuffle Results playlist at the top of the Media Manager for WALKMAN select a random collection...
...the Music Mode button at the bottom of tracks, click the Shuf f le button again. 5. The Shuf f le button is not available if your WALKMAN memory is not connected via USB. 4. Music in the Shuffle Results folder, you s pec ified will be filled. Shuf f le One Hour C reates a random c... ollec tion of s ongs from the selected location to the Shuffle Results playlist at the top of the Media Manager for WALKMAN select a random collection...
Media Manager Instructions
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... on Windows Vista). You can use the File Type drop-down list on your WALKMAN. The status bar between the PC and WALKMAN panes displays the space available on the C D Rip page in your WALKMAN isn't connected, click the Rip Music Tracks button at Page 24 Hold C trl or Shift ...to WALKMAN button. CD Ripping Media Manager for WALKMAN allows you to rip tracks from C D, converted to MP3 or AAC format, and transferred to your selection...
... on Windows Vista). You can use the File Type drop-down list on your WALKMAN. The status bar between the PC and WALKMAN panes displays the space available on the C D Rip page in your WALKMAN isn't connected, click the Rip Music Tracks button at Page 24 Hold C trl or Shift ...to WALKMAN button. CD Ripping Media Manager for WALKMAN allows you to rip tracks from C D, converted to MP3 or AAC format, and transferred to your selection...
Media Manager Instructions
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...connect to the Gracenote Media Database and the appropriate C D information is saved to a local cache so the information displays more information on your computer. In this case, you can access information about the disc. However, if this information when you want to Gracenote Page 26 Once Media Manager for WALKMAN...available on using Gracenote Edit and submit CD information to do? Obtaining or Editing CD Information If Media Manager for WALKMAN obtains information from Gracenote MusicID. For more quickly the next time the tracks are simply listed numerically. What do ...
...connect to the Gracenote Media Database and the appropriate C D information is saved to a local cache so the information displays more information on your computer. In this case, you can access information about the disc. However, if this information when you want to Gracenote Page 26 Once Media Manager for WALKMAN...available on using Gracenote Edit and submit CD information to do? Obtaining or Editing CD Information If Media Manager for WALKMAN obtains information from Gracenote MusicID. For more quickly the next time the tracks are simply listed numerically. What do ...
Media Manager Instructions
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... WALKMAN. Furthermore, the inclusion of these feeds is complete. If you have a concern, please report it will not be transferred manually are those episodes' descriptions will attempt to start the player associated... page in Settings mode, you will be transferred the next time you connect your computer. If your WALKMAN is not connected, the episode is cleared on the right side of the tree view... Episodes that had not been downloaded yet, it to C ustomer Service. 1. Page 44 Sony C reative Software Inc. Previewing Feeds Previewing allows you to play the file, it will not be...
... WALKMAN. Furthermore, the inclusion of these feeds is complete. If you have a concern, please report it will not be transferred manually are those episodes' descriptions will attempt to start the player associated... page in Settings mode, you will be transferred the next time you connect your computer. If your WALKMAN is not connected, the episode is cleared on the right side of the tree view... Episodes that had not been downloaded yet, it to C ustomer Service. 1. Page 44 Sony C reative Software Inc. Previewing Feeds Previewing allows you to play the file, it will not be...
Operation Guide
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... Accessories Please check the accessories in the package. Headphones (1) USB cable*1 (1) Attachment (1) Use when connecting the player to the optional cradle, etc. CD-ROM*2 *3 (1) MP3 Conversion Tool Windows Media Player 11 Operation Guide (PDF file) Quick Start Guide (1) *1 Do not use any USB cable other...
... Accessories Please check the accessories in the package. Headphones (1) USB cable*1 (1) Attachment (1) Use when connecting the player to the optional cradle, etc. CD-ROM*2 *3 (1) MP3 Conversion Tool Windows Media Player 11 Operation Guide (PDF file) Quick Start Guide (1) *1 Do not use any USB cable other...
Operation Guide
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...-screen menus ( page 12). RESET button Resets the player when you press the RESET button with a small pin, etc. ( page 102). WM‑PORT jack Use this jack to the previous menu. ... of Contents Menu Parts and Controls Front Rear Index BACK/HOME button*1 Press to go up one list screen level, or to return to connect the supplied USB cable, or optional peripheral devices, such as supported accessories for the WM‑PORT.
...-screen menus ( page 12). RESET button Resets the player when you press the RESET button with a small pin, etc. ( page 102). WM‑PORT jack Use this jack to the previous menu. ... of Contents Menu Parts and Controls Front Rear Index BACK/HOME button*1 Press to go up one list screen level, or to return to connect the supplied USB cable, or optional peripheral devices, such as supported accessories for the WM‑PORT.
Operation Guide
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... There are tactile dots. Insert the jack pin until it . If you leave the player in the direction of Contents Menu Index Headphone jack For connecting the headphones. Note The player consumes battery power very slightly even when it is released. Display The display may...appears first, then the "Now Playing" screen appears. If the headphones are connected improperly, the sound from the headphones may vary, depending on the player are activated if you press any button when the player is turned off in a short time, depending on the power remaining in...
... There are tactile dots. Insert the jack pin until it . If you leave the player in the direction of Contents Menu Index Headphone jack For connecting the headphones. Note The player consumes battery power very slightly even when it is released. Display The display may...appears first, then the "Now Playing" screen appears. If the headphones are connected improperly, the sound from the headphones may vary, depending on the player are activated if you press any button when the player is turned off in a short time, depending on the power remaining in...
Operation Guide
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... radio. The FM radio screen appears. (FM Radio), and then press Frequency Preset number Depending on the country/region in which you have purchased the player, the screen appearing is differed. Continued Table of Contents Menu 68 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Listening to FM Radio...
... radio. The FM radio screen appears. (FM Radio), and then press Frequency Preset number Depending on the country/region in which you have purchased the player, the screen appearing is differed. Continued Table of Contents Menu 68 Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Listening to FM Radio...
Operation Guide
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... number may be recharged before it is used the player for the first time, or if you connect the player to your computer, use the player for a long time, recharge it is connected to a computer. Some USB devices connected to a running computer. appears or the data being...charging is completed (charging time is connected to the computer may interfere with the proper operation of the player. We do not guarantee the recharge of Contents Menu Index 92 Useful Facts Recharging the Player The player's battery is recharged while the player is approx. 3 hours). Table...
... number may be recharged before it is used the player for the first time, or if you connect the player to your computer, use the player for a long time, recharge it is connected to a computer. Some USB devices connected to a running computer. appears or the data being...charging is completed (charging time is connected to the computer may interfere with the proper operation of the player. We do not guarantee the recharge of Contents Menu Index 92 Useful Facts Recharging the Player The player's battery is recharged while the player is approx. 3 hours). Table...
Operation Guide
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... time. Instead, the player continues to save battery power. "Blank" "1" Deactivate. Turn off the player manually If you press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button, the player enters the standby mode and the screen turns off automatically. "No" Note when connected to save battery power ...by setting as the sleep or hibernation mode, while the player is connected via the USB cable, the player's battery is possible to your computer If the computer enters a power ...
... time. Instead, the player continues to save battery power. "Blank" "1" Deactivate. Turn off the player manually If you press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button, the player enters the standby mode and the screen turns off automatically. "No" Note when connected to save battery power ...by setting as the sleep or hibernation mode, while the player is connected via the USB cable, the player's battery is possible to your computer If the computer enters a power ...
Operation Guide
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For details on charging time and usage time, see page 129, 130. Note Do not leave the player connected for extended periods to AC power, because the player may discharge the computer's battery. Index Table of Contents Menu 94 Useful Facts Adjust data format and bit rate Playing time will vary, as battery charge can be affected by the format and bit rate of songs, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) or photos that is not connected to a laptop computer that are played.
For details on charging time and usage time, see page 129, 130. Note Do not leave the player connected for extended periods to AC power, because the player may discharge the computer's battery. Index Table of Contents Menu 94 Useful Facts Adjust data format and bit rate Playing time will vary, as battery charge can be affected by the format and bit rate of songs, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) or photos that is not connected to a laptop computer that are played.
Operation Guide
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96 Useful Facts Table of video files, by dragging and dropping. (The latest data is used only when the player connects using certain dedicated software, or device. When you can set JPEG files as the desired video file, then store it in the corresponding video folders. ... be recognized. 2nd 3rd * The "MP_ROOT" folder is at the top.) Hint You can see the thumbnails (small pictures to display on the player. To display a thumbnail for the video files on the menu) for a video file, create a JPEG file (horizontal 160 × vertical 120 dots, extension: .jpg) and...
96 Useful Facts Table of video files, by dragging and dropping. (The latest data is used only when the player connects using certain dedicated software, or device. When you can set JPEG files as the desired video file, then store it in the corresponding video folders. ... be recognized. 2nd 3rd * The "MP_ROOT" folder is at the top.) Hint You can see the thumbnails (small pictures to display on the player. To display a thumbnail for the video files on the menu) for a video file, create a JPEG file (horizontal 160 × vertical 120 dots, extension: .jpg) and...
Operation Guide
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... memory using Windows Explorer, or another transfer capable software. If the player is connected to the computer, the builtin flash memory appears in Windows Explorer as [WALKMAN.] Notes Do not disconnect the supplied USB cable while transferring data between a computer and the player because the data being transferred could be damaged. Do...
... memory using Windows Explorer, or another transfer capable software. If the player is connected to the computer, the builtin flash memory appears in Windows Explorer as [WALKMAN.] Notes Do not disconnect the supplied USB cable while transferring data between a computer and the player because the data being transferred could be damaged. Do...
Operation Guide
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... add new features for the player by installing the latest player's firmware to update the player's firmware. Index For details about the latest firmware information and how to install it, visit the following web site: For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in ...customers in other countries/regions: http://www.css.ap.sony.com For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ Download the update program to your computer from the web site. Connect the player to your computer, and then start up the ...
... add new features for the player by installing the latest player's firmware to update the player's firmware. Index For details about the latest firmware information and how to install it, visit the following web site: For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in ...customers in other countries/regions: http://www.css.ap.sony.com For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ Download the update program to your computer from the web site. Connect the player to your computer, and then start up the ...
Operation Guide
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... the power. 4 Look for information about the issue on the player may be deleted. 3 Connect the player to your computer to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you press the RESET button while operating the player, stored data and settings on one of the issue in other ...countries/regions, visit: http://www.css.ap.sony.com For customers who purchased...
... the power. 4 Look for information about the issue on the player may be deleted. 3 Connect the player to your computer to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you press the RESET button while operating the player, stored data and settings on one of the issue in other ...countries/regions, visit: http://www.css.ap.sony.com For customers who purchased...
Operation Guide
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... volume level is set to zero. Turn the volume up ( page 10). The headphone jack is not connected properly. Connect the headphone jack properly ( page 10). The headphone plug is dirty. Clean the headphone plug with an expired... playback limitation period cannot be displayed, depending on the player. Follow the instructions in the displayed message, and transfer data from ...
... volume level is set to zero. Turn the volume up ( page 10). The headphone jack is not connected properly. Connect the headphone jack properly ( page 10). The headphone plug is dirty. Clean the headphone plug with an expired... playback limitation period cannot be displayed, depending on the player. Follow the instructions in the displayed message, and transfer data from ...
Operation Guide
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.... The remaining battery power is being displayed, you charge the battery and nothing changes, press the RESET button to reset the player ( page 102). While "Connecting" is insufficient. Charge the battery by dragging and dropping. Playback does not stop. With this...-S615F/ S616F/S618F only). The video file is not in a video folder. Place the video files in a video folder by connecting the player to a running computer ( page 92). If you press the button, appears and playback pauses/stops.
.... The remaining battery power is being displayed, you charge the battery and nothing changes, press the RESET button to reset the player ( page 102). While "Connecting" is insufficient. Charge the battery by dragging and dropping. Playback does not stop. With this...-S615F/ S616F/S618F only). The video file is not in a video folder. Place the video files in a video folder by connecting the player to a running computer ( page 92). If you press the button, appears and playback pauses/stops.