Sony NW-MS70D Walkman manuale d’uso

NW -MS70D/MS90D/MS77DR Operating Instructions 3-248-529- 15 (1) © 2004 Sony Corporation Portable Memory Stick Audio Player Network W alkman “WALKMAN” 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 For the customers in the Netherlands Voor de Klanten in Nederland Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval(KCA). 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: 858-942-22[...]

4 This manual explains how to operate Network Walkman. For details on how to use the supplied software (SonicStage), refer to the SonicStage Operating Instructions. Notice for users On the supplied software • Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without the per[...]

5 T able of Contents Overvie w ............................................ 6 What you can do with your Network W alkman ................................... 6 Other features ................................. 7 On “MagicGate Memory Stick” ..... 8 Using “Memory Stick” (not supplied) on your Network W alkman ...... 9 Step 1: Checking the packa[...]

6 Over view 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. 1 Store digital audio files on y our c[...]

7 continued 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 oper[...]

8 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” compatible products. Because it is remo[...]

9 Using “Memory Stick” (not supplied) on your Network Walkman Prepare MagicGate-compatible “Memory Stick Duo”. “Memory Stick” is not supplied with your Network Walkman. Although there are several types of “Memory Stick”, MagicGate-compatible “ Memory Stick Duo” is the only media that supports your Network Walkman. When you purch[...]

10 Earbuds(Size S) Earbuds(Size L) Serial Number “Memory Stick” Eject button “Memory Stick” slot Please check the accessories in the package. NW-MS70D/MS77DR NW-MS90D (US model) • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) NW-MS90D (Non-US model) • Network Walkman (1) • Headphones (1) • Earbuds (Size S, L) (1) NW-MS70D/MS90D • USB cra[...]

11 Step 2: Char ging the batter y Charge the built-in battery before using your Network Walkman. Connect the AC power adaptor as illustrated below. The control buttons on your Network Walkman are all disabled while it is attached to the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle. 1 Connect the AC power adaptor. Connect the DC plug of the AC power adapt[...]

12 Battery duration (for continuous use) ATRAC3 format: Approximately 44 hours ATRAC3plus format: Approximately 36 hours On the remaining battery indication The battery icon in the display (page 14) changes as shown below. charge the battery low battery The CHARGE lamp on the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle lights up and charging starts. It [...]

13 Locating contr ols For details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses. Network Walkman Rear side 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” Eject button (Page 15, 19, 24) 6 Display (Page 14, 27, 53 to 55) For details on [...]

14 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. For details, refer to “Changing the display mode” on page 28. And for details on the display mode during recording, refer [...]

15 Basic Operations Basic Operations T ransferring audio files fr om the computer to your Network W alkman 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 Son[...]

16 4 Connect your Network Walkman to the computer. 1 Connect the AC power adaptor*. Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack on the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle, and then to a wall outlet. 2 Connect the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle to the computer. Connect the small connector of the dedicated USB cable into the US[...]

17 Basic Operations 4 Attach your Network Walkman to the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle. “CONNECT” is indicated in the Network Walkman display, and the access lamp blinks while accessing the computer. Note Be sure to attach your Network Walkman in the arrow direction as illustrated. NW-MS70D/MS90D NW-MS77DR Notes • The access lamp bli[...]

18 5 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 ?[...]

19 Basic Operations Recor ding onto your Network W alkman — 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. Note Recording from a [...]

20 2 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. Connect the recording cable to the LINE IN (OPTICAL) jack on the re[...]

21 Basic Operations 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. 3 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. [...]

22 Listening to music with your Network W alkman 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. Note Be sure to remove your Network Walkman from the USB cradle or the recording US[...]

23 Basic Operations 2 Start playback. 1 Press the Play/Stop button. 2 Rotate the VOL (+/–) control to adjust the volume. HOLD switch (Set to off.) When the normal playback mode is selected, playback stops automatically after the last song is played*. * When a “Memory Stick” (not supplied) is inserted into the slot, songs stored in the “Memo[...]

24 Listening to music with your Network Walkman (continued) To remove “Memory Stick” (not supplied) Press the “Memory Stick” Eject button and open the “Memory Stick” slot. Push the “Memory Stick” slightly and release it. On other operations z Tip You can switch to the Group mode by pulling the Shuttle switch. To Skip to the beginnin[...]

25 Basic Operations 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. 3 Remove the adaptor. 4 Remove the plug cover. Ad[...]

26 Plug cover Adaptor 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. 2 Attach the adaptor to the headphone cord, and slide the adaptor into the plug cover com[...]

27 Advanced Operations 1 Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. PLAYMODE> 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “PLAYMODE >” and press the Play/ Stop button to confirm. NORMAL 3 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select a desired play mode and press the Play/ Stop button to confirm. The icon of the selected play mode is displayed.[...]

28 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. * The media icon ([...]

29 Advanced Operations Selecting the group display mode For any menu mode, you can select the group display by pulling the Shuttle switch. Shuttle switch Pull Displaying the r emaining r ecordable 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 rema[...]

30 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 the SOUND/AVLS button repeatedly to select[...]

31 Advanced Operations 4 Press the MENU button The display returns to the normal screen. To adjust the “SOUND 2” setting Select “SOUND :2 >” in 1 of step 3. To cancel the menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button. Adjusting the sound quality You can adjust the sound quality of bass and treble parts. Sound qual[...]

32 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[...]

33 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Adjusting the time setting of your Network W alkman 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 b[...]

34 4 As you did in step 3, adjust the settings for “month” and “date.” After rotating the Shuttle switch to adjust the “date” setting, press the Play/Stop button to confirm, the display switches to the time setting screen. 1:00 5 Rotate the Shuttle switch to adjust the “hour” setting and press the Play/Stop button to confirm. The ?[...]

35 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 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. Press and hold the SOUND/AVLS button for half a second. The (AVLS) indication i[...]

36 3 Press the Play/Stop button to confirm. “MAN” blinks. 4 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “SET >.” VOL :SET> 5 Press the Play/Stop button to confirm. “VOL LO xx”* blinks. * “xx” stands for numeric values of the volume level. VOL LO xx 6 Set volume levels of three preset levels: LO, MID, or HI. 1 Rotate the VOL (+/–) co[...]

37 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman 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. PLAYMODE> 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select ?[...]

38 Shuttle switch Press (Confirm) to ( . ) Play/Stop button to ( > ) MENU button 3 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select “ON” and press the Play/Stop button to confirm. SYNC:ON 4 Press the MENU button. The display returns to the normal screen. To set to OFF Select “OFF” in step 3. To cancel the menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu screen [...]

39 Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman Shuttle switch Press (Confirm) to ( . ) Play/Stop button MENU button to ( > ) Shuttle switch Press (Confirm) Pull to ( . ) Play/Stop button to ( > ) MENU button Editing the track name and group name (EDIT NAME) — Only for NW-MS77DR You can edit the recorded track/group name. You can edit the[...]

40 3 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. When editing the group name Pull out the Shuttle switch to display the group name, and then rotate it to select the desired group name, and press the Play/ [...]

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[...]

42 Regr ouping 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. When you need to [...]

43 Other functions Char ging the batter y 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[...]

44 Formatting memor y (FORMA T) 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. (If a “Memory Stick” is formatted, data recorded usin[...]

45 Other Information Other Information Pr ecautions On safety • Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN jack of the USB cradle. • Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the USB cradle with other metallic objects. On power sources • Use only the AC power adaptor and the USB cradle or the recording USB cradle supplied with your Netwo[...]

46 When disposing the Network Walkman This Network Walkman has a built-in nickel metal hydride battery. When you dispose of the Network Walkman, be sure to dispose of it properly. Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Consult with your local authority. Note Never disassemble your Network Walkman except w[...]

47 Other Information 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[...]

48 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, refer to the onli[...]

49 Other Information On the display window Symptom The backlight is not turned on. “ s ” is displayed for a title. On charging the battery Symptom Battery life is short. The Charge lamp does not light. The Charge lamp blinks. On the connection with the computer or supplied software Symptom The software cannot be installed. “CONNECT” is not [...]

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. Cause/Remedy • Your Network Walk[...]

51 Other Information Symptom Audio files are transferred back to the computer without operations occasionally when the Network Walkman is connected to the computer. After connecting the Network Walkman to the computer, “Memory Stick” is displayed but files cannot be found. The operation of the Network Walkman becomes unstable while it is connec[...]

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. “Memory Stick” used on other devices cannot be used. Groups in “Memory Stick” c[...]

53 Other Information Error messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display. Message ACCESS AVLS CANNOT PLAY CANNOT REC CONNECT ERROR EXPIRED FILE ERROR FORMAT ERROR Meaning Accessing “Memory Stick”. The volume level exceeds the rated value while the AVLS is enabled. • Your Network Walkman cannot play certain [...]

54 Message GROUP FULL HOLD LOW BATT MEMORY FULL MG ERROR MS LOCKED NO AUDIO NO DATA READ ONLY STICK ERROR TYPE ERROR Meaning The maximum number of groups in the built-in flash memory or the “Memory Stick” has been exceeded. All operation buttons are disabled since the HOLD switch is set to on. The battery is low. The memory is full or there are[...]

55 Other Information 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 [...]

56 Specifications Maximum recording time (Approx.) NW-MS70D/MS77DR; When using the built-in flash memory only: NW-MS90D; When using the built-in flash memory only: When using “Memory Stick” (64MB): When using “Memory Stick” (128MB): Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Audio compression technology Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3 (ATRAC3) Adaptiv[...]

57 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[...]

58 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. ATRAC3plus ATRAC3plus, whi[...]

59 Other Information Display (Menu mode) ERASE > (Erasing audio files) FORMAT > (Formatting memory) REGROUP > (Regrouping data) BITRATE: (Selecting bit rate) REC REMAIN > (Displaying remaining recordable time) SYNC: (Setting synchro- recording) EDIT NAME > (Editing track/group name) [RETURN] Menu list Press the MENU button to display[...]

60 Index A Access lamp 12, 17 Accessories 10 ATRAC3 58 ATRAC3plus 58 Audio CDs 6 AVLS (Limiting the volume) 35 B Backlight 37 Battery (rechargeable) 11 Beep (Beep sound) 37 Beep sound 37 Bit rate 39, 58 C CD (Audio CDs) 6 CD-ROM 10, 15 Charging 11, 43 Clock 33, 34 Computer 6, 15 D DATE-TIME 34 Display 17, 27, 53-55, 59 Display mode 28 Download 6 E [...]

61 Other Information M MagicGate 8, 57 MagicGate-compatible “Memory Stick Duo” 9, 15, 19, 54 Insert 15, 19 Remove 24 “Memory Stick” 8, 57 MENU button 27–31, 33–44 Menu list 59 “MG Memory Stick (MagicGate Memory Stick)” 8, 57 MP3 6 O OpenMG 57 P PC CLK 33 Play 23 R Recording 19 Recording USB cradle 10 REC REMAIN 29 Regroup 42 Remaini[...]

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64 EN Printed in Japan Printed on 100% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.[...]