Sony NW-MS9 Walkman manuale d’uso

NW -MS9 Operating Instructions 3-226-930- 12 (1) © 2001 Sony Corporation Portable Memory Stick Audio Player Network W alkman[...]

2 Note on the supplied “MagicGate Memory Stick” For the customers in the United States This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unde[...]

3 This manual explains how to operate Network Walkman. For details on how to use the supplied software (OpenMG Jukebox), refer to the OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions. Network Walkman is a trademark of Sony Corporation. OpenMG and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “MagicGate Memory Stick,” , “Memory Stick,” , Network Walkman[...]

4 Overview What you can do with your Network Walkman Network Walkman is a portable Memory Stick audio player. You can easily transfer digital audio files from your computer to the “ MagicGate Memory Stick ” using this product, and carry it anywhere to enjoy. 1 Store digital audio files on your computer . * 2 T ransfer the files to the Network W[...]

5 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[...]

6 What is “ MagicGate ” ? “ MagicGate ” is a copyright protection technology for “ MagicGate Memory Stick ” and compliant products, such as Network Walkman. Authentication ensures that protected content is transferred only between compliant devices and “ MagicGate Memory Stick, ” and that protected content is recorded and transferre[...]

7 Getting Started Step 1: Unpacking Your Memory Stick Audio Player comes with the following items. • Earphones (1) • USB cable (1) •“ Memory Stick ” storage case (1) • Rechargeable battery carrying case (1) • Carrying pouch (1) (Except for U.S.A model) • Key ring (1) • CD-ROM (OpenMG Jukebox installation disc) (1) • NW-MS9 Opera[...]

8 Step 2: Charging the r echargeable battery Please charge the battery before using the player. 1 Charge the battery. 2 Insert the fully charged battery in the battery compartment. Battery duration About 10 hours. About the remaining battery charge indication The battery icon in the display changes as shown below. If “ LOW BATT ” is displayed i[...]

9 Basic Operations Basic Operations T ransferring songs from the computer to the “ Memory Stick ” (Check-Out) In order to check-out digital audio files from your computer, first you must install the supplied OpenMG Jukebox software and then import digital audio files to OpenMG Jukebox. For details, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox operating instruct[...]

10 2 Transfer the music file to the “ Memory Stick ” (Check-out). For details on how to operate, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox operating instructions. When the cover of the USB connector is released. After releasing the cover, to reconnect, follow the steps below. Transferring songs from the computer to “Memory Stick” (Check-Out) (continued) [...]

11 Basic Operations Listening to music with Network W alkman Please charge the battery before use (see page 8). Note When using Network Walkman, be sure to disconnect it from the computer. 1 Insert a recorded “ MagicGate Memory Stick ” into Network Walkman. 2 Connect the headphones/earphones. 3 Start playback. “ MagicGate Memory Stick “ Mem[...]

12 On other operations To Go to the beginning of the next track Go to the beginning of the succeeding tracks 1) Go to the beginning of the actual track Go to previous tracks 1) Go forward 2) Go backward 2) 1) Pressing and holding ( > ) of the Seesaw key during stop mode allows you to go to the beginning of the next and succeeding tracks continuo[...]

13 Advanced Operations 1 Press the MENU button. The menu is displayed. 2 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “OFF” blinks. Advanced Operations Playing tracks r epeatedly (REPEA T) You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways- all repeat, single repeat and shuffle repeat. Menu REP OFF REP ALL REP 1 REP SHUF * The display indication appears after ste[...]

14 b Protecting your hearing (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears. Press and hold the MEGA BASS/AVLS button more than one-half second. The (AVLS) indication lights up in the display. The volume is kept to a moderate level. To cancel AVLS Press and hold the MEGA BASS/AVLS butto[...]

15 Advanced Operations • Elapsed time mode • Title mode • MS title mode • Graphic mode • While searching a point in a track (Graphic mode): Changing the display mode Information for the track numbers or song titles appears on the display in playback or stop mode. You can change the display mode. Press the DISPLAY button. Each time you pre[...]

16 Locking the controls (HOLD) To prevent the controls from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function. Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. No controls will be able to operate. If you press buttons while the HOLD switch is ON, “HOLD” appears in the display. To release the Hold function Slide the HO[...]

17 Advanced Operations continued 5 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “VOL LO xx”* blinks. * xx is a numeric value. 6 Press the “VOLUME +/–” button to set the settings of LO, MID, or HI. 1 Sets numeric of LO. 2 Press B to display “VOL MID xx,” and set it using “+/–.” 3 Do the same to set “VOL HI xx.” 7 Press (PUSH) of the Seesa[...]

18 To set the date and time (DATE – TIME) You can set the current date and time and display it. To play a music item with a playback period restriction, you need to set the date and time. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu is displayed. 2 Press b or B of the Seesaw key to display “DATE–TIME.” 3 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. The “DATE” [...]

19 Advanced Operations 7 Do the same to set the hour and minute, and press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. 8 Press the MENU button. The display returns to normal. To switch between 24 hour display and 12 hour display Press the DISPLAY button during the setting in step 7. To exit from the Menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu or press the MENU button. To [...]

20 T o erase the “Memory Stick” (ERASE) You can erase music data from the “Memory Stick” one by one. Confirm the contents before erasing. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu is displayed. 2 Press b or B of the Seesaw key to display “ERASE.” If “ERASE” does not appear in the menu, erasing is not available. 3 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw [...]

21 Advanced Operations 5 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “FORMAT?” appears. 6 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “FORMATING” blinks, and starts formatting of the “Memory Stick.” When formatting is finished, “COMPLETE” appears in the display, and returns to the menu in step 2. 7 Press the MENU button. The display returns to normal. To e[...]

22 Menu Press the MENU button to display the menu. [RETURN] REP: (page 13) BEEP: (page 17) LIGHT: (page 18) TITLE: (see below) DATE-TIME (page 18) OFF ALL 1 SHUF OFF ON OFF ON ENG JPN y m d (page 21) h m FORMAT> N Y> FORMAT? N Y> ERASE? VOL: (page 16) MAN SET> LO MID HI ERASE (page 20) ERASExxx * * ** v Press the Seesaw key to go to the[...]

23 Other Information Other Information Pr ecautions On safety • When you carry the supplied rechargeable battery, be sure to put it in the supplied rechargeable battery carrying case. Carrying the rechargeable battery without the case may cause a short-circuit with metallic objects such as coins, key rings, or necklace. As a result, a heat may ge[...]

24 Notes on the rechargeable battery • Be sure to use the supplied battery charger only for specified batteries. • When a rechargeable battery is charged for the first time or charged after a long period of disuse, battery life may be shorter than usual. Repeat discharging and recharging a few times. The battery life should return to normal. ?[...]

25 Other Information T roubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using Network Walkman, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. For trouble concerning operations while connecting with your computer, please refer to the supplied softwa[...]

26 Troubleshooting (continued) On charging Symptom The battery does not last even when recharged. Charging stops just after connecting the supplied battery charger. On the connection with the computer Symptom “CONNECT” does not appear in the display window when connecting to the computer with the supplied USB cable. The computer does not identi[...]

27 Other Information Other Symptom The buttons do not operate. There is no beep sound to indicate that operation has been accepted. Cannot insert the “ Memory Stick. ” The current time is reset. Cannot use a “ Memory Stick ” used on other devices. Cause/Remedy c Make sure the HOLD switch is OFF (page 16). c You must recharge the battery (pa[...]

28 Troubleshooting (continued) Error messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display. Message ACCESS CANNOT PLAY FILE ERROR FORMAT ERR HOLD EXPIRED MS LOCKED LOW BATT ERROR NO AUDIO Meaning Accessing the “ Memory Stick. ” • The player cannot playback certain contents of this “ Memory Stick ” due to a diff[...]

29 Other Information Message NO DATA NO STICK CONNECT STICK ERROR MG ERROR To delete abnormal data from the “ Memory Stick ” If “ CANNOT PLAY, ” “ EXPIRED ” “ FILE ERROR, ” “ STICK ERROR ” “ MG ERROR ” appears in the display window, there is abnormal data in the “ Memory Stick. ” Please follow the instructions below to d[...]

30 Specifications Recording time (when using the supplied 64MB “ MagicGate Memory Stick ” ) Approx. 60 min. (132kbps) Approx. 80 min. (105kbps) Approx. 120 min. (66kbps) Sampling frequency response 44.1kHz Recording format ATRAC3 Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz (single signal measurement) Output Headphone/earphone: stereo mini-jack Signal-to[...]

31 Other Information Glossary 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 pla[...]

32 SDMI SDMI which stands for Secure Digital Music Initiative, is a forum that consists of over 130 companies in the fields of recorded audio content, computers, and consumer electronics, dedicated to developing an integrated method of copyright protection technology that can be used worldwide. SDMI is working to create a framework for preventing i[...]

33 Other Information Looking at the contr ols Network Walkman (front) 1 Access lamp (page 9) 2 Seesaw key (page 11-14, 16-22) 3 Display (page 12, 15) 4 Memory Stick slot (page 9, 11) 5 Battery compartment (page 8) (rear) 6 i (Headphones/earphones) jack (page 11) 7 Hole for attaching the key ring or strap (The strap is not supplied) 8 HOLD switch (p[...]

34 E EMD services 4 ERASE 20 erasure prevention switch 23 earphones 7 F FORMAT 21 formatting 6, 21 G go backward 12 go forward 12 H headphones/earphones 11 Hifi Folder 6 HOLD 16 HOLD switch 16 I Internet (EMD services) 4 L LIGHT 18 listen to music 11 LOW BATT 8, 28 Index A Access lamp 9 actual track 12 artist name 15 ATRAC3 31 AVLS 14 B Backlight 1[...]

35 Other Information T TITLE 15 transferring to the “ Memory Stick ” 9 troubleshooting 25 U USB cable 7, 9 V volume 11, 16 W WAV format 4 Windows Explorer 6 M MEGA BASS 14 MagicGate 31 “ MagicGate Memory Stick ” 4, 5, 7, 31 “ Memory Stick ” 5, 23, 31 insert 9 remove 12 Menu 22 MENU button 13, 16-22 O OpenMG 4, 31 OpenMG Jukebox software[...]

36 EN Printed in Japan Sony Corporation[...]