Sony NW-E55 Bedienungsanleitung

NW -E55/E75 Operating Instructions 3-267-071- 21 (1) © 2004 Sony Corporation Portable IC Audio Player Network W alkman “W ALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation.[...]

2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent [...]

3 T able of Contents Overvie w ............................................ 4 What you can do with your Network Walkman .................... 4 Other features ................................. 5 Step 1: Checking the package contents ........................................ 6 Step 2: Inserting the battery ................ 7 Locating controls ........[...]

4 Over view 1 Store digital audio files on y our computer . 2 T ransfer files to y our Netw ork W alkman. 3 Enjo y music with y our Netw ork W alkman. USB connection MP3, WAV and Windows ® Media Format Audio Files Audio CDs EMD (Electric Music Distribution) Services Download the latest audio files! Store favorite songs! What you can do with your N[...]

5 NOTES: • 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 Network Walkman or computer. Other features • Compact size, light weight, skip-proof operation, hig[...]

6 O P E N Serial NO. Serial Number G r o u p M o d e Please check the accessories in the package. NW-E55: NW-E75 (Non-Canadian model): • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) NW-E75 (Canadian model): • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) • Dedicated USB cable (1) Step 1: Checking the package contents • Carrying pouch (1)* • Neck strap[...]

7 Step 2: Inser ting the battery Insert the LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity. Be sure to insert it from the E side as illustrated. O P E N O P E N If the battery compartment lid is accidentally detached, attach it as illustrated. Battery duration * ATRAC3 format: Approximately 70 hours ATRAC3plus format: Approximately 60 hours[...]

8 Locating contr ols For details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses. Rear side Front side 7 Headphone jack (page 12) 8 Nx button (page 12 to 20, 22 to 28) 9 Shuttle switch (page 13 to 20, 22 to 28) 0 VOLUME +/– button (page 12, 24) qa HOLD (Locking controls) switch (page 12, 20) qs USB jack (page 10) qd Battery compartment (page 7[...]

9 1 Text/graphic information display (page 14) Displays track number, track name, current date and time (page 17 to 23), MESSAGE (page 11, 33) and menu. Press the MENU button to switch the display mode. For details, refer to “Changing the display mode” on page 17. 2 Repeat mode indication (page 14) The current repeat mode is displayed. 3 AVLS i[...]

10 Basic Operations T ransferring audio files fr om the computer to your Network W alkman 1 Install the SonicStage software in your computer using the supplied CD-ROM. Follow step 1 only for the first time when you connect your Network Walkman to the computer. For details, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions. 2 Import audio files into th[...]

11 Basic Operations 4 Transfer audio files to your Network Walkman. For information on transferring audio files to the built-in flash memory, 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” or onl[...]

12 1 Connect the headphones. 2 Start playback. Listening to music with your Network W alkman Please insert the battery before use (see page 7). Note When using Network Walkman, be sure do disconnect it from the computer. G r o u p M o d e 1 Press the Nx button. 2 Press the VOLUME +/– button to adjust the volume. HOLD switch G o u p M o d e to i j[...]

13 Basic Operations To Skip to the beginning of the next track/ group* 1 Skip to the beginning of the current track/ group* 1 Fast-forward* 2 Fast-rewind* 2 * 1 Rotating and holding of the Shuttle switch during stop mode allows you to skip to the beginning of the next (current and previous) track/group continuously. * 2 Fast-forward and fast-rewind[...]

14 Advanced Operations Repeat mode There are three types of repeat mode: Track Repeat, A-B Repeat and Sentence Repeat. • Track Repeat (TRK Rep) This mode plays back tracks repeatedly in the following five ways. Track Repeat mode All Repeat Single Repeat Group Repeat Group Shuffle Repeat All Groups Shuffle Repeat • A-B Repeat (A-B Rep) This mode[...]

15 Advanced Operations Playing the tracks repeatedly (Track Repeat) The Track Repeat mode is changed by pressing the REPEAT/SOUND button. You can check the current Track Repeat mode with the icon of the display. Select the Track Repeat mode (TRK Rep) first (page 14). Then, press the REPEAT/SOUND button repeatedly to select the repeat mode you want.[...]

16 Repeat mode (continued) z Tips • You can fast-forward or fast-rewind by rotating the Shuttle switch, after the start point (A) is set. If the track reaches the end while fast-forwarding, the end point is set as point (B) and fast-forwarding continues. A-B Repeat starts when you release the Shuttle switch. If the track reaches the beginning whi[...]

17 Advanced Operations continued Setting the repeat counts You can set the repeat counts (1-9) of one sentence for the Sentence Repeat mode. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEAT MODE > 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “REPEAT MODE >” and press the Nx button to confirm. 3 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select ?[...]

18 Selecting the group display mode For any menu mode, you can select the group display by pressing the GROUP button. G r o u p M o d e GROUP button Changing the display mode (continued) 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEAT MODE > 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “DISPLAY >” and press the Nx button to confirm[...]

19 Advanced Operations Adjusting tr eble and bass (Digital sound pr eset) You can adjust the treble and bass. You can preset two settings, which can be selected during playback. Selecting the Sound quality Default settings Sound SOUND 1 SOUND 2 SOUND OFF quality (S1) (S2) (NORMAL SOUND) Bass +1 +3 ±0 Treble ±0 ±0 ±0 Press and hold the REPEAT/SO[...]

20 Locking the contr ols (HOLD) You can protect your Network Walkman against accidental operation by using the HOLD function when carrying it. 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” blinks in the display. To release the HOLD function Slide[...]

21 Advanced Operations Storing non-audio data You can transfer data from the hard disk of your computer to the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer. The built-in flash memory is displayed in Windows Explorer as an external drive (for example: as the D drive). Notes • You cannot operate the SonicStage software while operating the data stor[...]

22 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “PC CLK:” and press the Nx button to confirm. PC CLK:ON 3 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “OFF” and press the Nx button to confirm. 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen. To change the setting to “ON” Select “ON” in[...]

23 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 4 As you did in step 3, adjust the settings for “month” and “date.” After rotating the Shuttle switch to adjust the “date” setting and pressing the Nx button to confirm, the display switches to the time setting screen. 0:00 5 Rotate the Shuttle switch to adjust the “hour” setting and[...]

24 Limiting the volume (A VLS) 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. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEAT MODE > 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “AVLS” and p[...]

25 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Switching to the manual mode 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “VOL: SET.” VOL :SET> 3 Press the Nx button to confirm. “SET >” blinks. 4 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “MAN.” VOL :MAN 5 Press the Nx button to confirm. [...]

26 Changing the backlight setting You can select ON or OFF. Menu Backlight mode OFF Always off ON Turns on for three seconds after each operation (or until scrolling is complete) To set “ON” 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEAT MODE > 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “LIGHT:” and press the Nx button to confi[...]

27 Other functions Other functions Regr ouping songs (REGROUP) The songs group function may be disabled* when a song has been deleted from or added the built-in flash memory by operating the computer in which the SonicStage software is not installed (page 10). In such a case, you may enable the group function by regrouping audio file. When you need[...]

28 Formatting memor y (FORMA T) You can use your Network Walkman to format the built-in flash memory. 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. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. REPEAT MODE > 2 Rotate the Shuttle switc[...]

29 Other Information Other Information Pr ecautions On installation Never use your Network Walkman where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. On the headphones Road Safety Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many [...]

30 Tr oubleshooting 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, please refer to ?[...]

31 Other Information continued On the display window Symptom The backlight is not turned on. “ s ” is displayed for a title. On the connection with the computer or supplied software Symptom The software cannot be installed. “CONNECT” is not displayed when connecting to the computer with the dedicated USB cable. Your Network Walkman is not r[...]

32 Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom The number of audio files that can be transferred to is limited. (Available recording time is short.) The operation of the Network Walkman becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer. “Failed to authenticate Device/Media” is displayed on the computer screen while connecting the Network Walkman t[...]

33 Other Information Messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display. Message ACCESS AVLS CANNOT PLAY CONNECT ERROR EXPIRED FILE ERROR HOLD LOW BATT MEMORY FULL MG ERROR NO AUDIO Meaning Accessing the built-in flash memory. The volume level exceeds the rated value while the AVLS is enabled. • Your Network Walkman[...]

34 Dimension 56 × 37.3 × 15 mm (w/h/d, projecting parts not included) Mass Approx. 40 g (battery not included) Supplied accessories Headphones (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) Carrying pouch (1)* Neck strap (1)* Extension headphone cord (1)* CD-ROM (1) Operating Instructions (1) SonicStage operating instructions (1) * Only for non-Canadian model Desig[...]

35 Other Information Glossar y MagicGate Copyright protection technology that consists of authentication and encryption technology. Authentication ensures that protected content is transferred only between compliant devices and media, and that protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized copying or pl[...]

36 Display (Menu mode) FORMAT > (Formatting memory) REGROUP > (Regrouping data) [RETURN] Menu list Press the MENU button to display the menu mode and use the Shuttle switch (rotate: select/press: confirm) to change the settings of your Network Walkman. For details about each menu, refer to the pages in parentheses. The menu with a “>” [...]

37 A A-B Repeat 15 ACCESS lamp 10 Accessories 6 ATRAC3 35 ATRAC3plus 35 Audio CDs 4 AVLS (Limiting the volume) 9, 24 B Backlight 26 Battery 5, 7 BEEP (Beep sound) 26 Bit rate 35 C CD (Audio CDs) 4 CD-ROM 6, 10 Clock 22, 23 Computer 4, 10 D DATE-TIME 23 Display 9, 15, 33 Display mode 17 Download 4 E EMD service 4, 11 Explorer (Windows Explorer) 10, [...]

38 R Regroup 27 Remaining battery indication 7 Repeat 14 Repeat count 17 Reset 30 RETURN 36 S Sentence Repeat 16 Serial Number 6 Shuffle Repeat 14 Shuttle switch 13-20, 22-28 Skip to the beginning of a track 13 SonicStage 35 Sound preset (Digital Sound Preset) 19 T Time setting 22, 23 Title 17 Track Repeat 15 Transferring 4, 10 Troubleshooting 30 U[...]

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