2-595-911-11(2)
NW-E103/E105/E107
Operating Instructions
GB
Network Walkman
Portable IC
Audio Player
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© 2005 Sony Corporation
For the customers
in the Netherlands
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name:
Model No.:
SONY
NW-E103
NW-E105
NW-E107
Sony Electronics Inc.
16450 W. Bernardo Dr,
San Diego, CA 92127
USA
Voor de Klanten in Nederland
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afval (KCA).
Responsible Party:
Address:
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
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 undesired operation.
3
“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony
Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo
products.
Notice for users
is a trademark of Sony
On the supplied software
Corporation.
• Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software
or the manual accompanying it in whole or in
part, or renting the software without the
permission of the copyright holder.
• In no event will SONY be liable for any financial
damage, or loss of profits, including claims made
by third parties, arising out of the use of the
software supplied with this player.
• In the event a problem occurs with this software
as a result of defective manufacturing, SONY
will replace it.
However, SONY bears no other responsibility.
• The software provided with this player cannot be
used with equipment other than that which is so
designated.
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• Operation of this player with software other than
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Program ©2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Sony
Corporation
Documentation ©2005 Sony Corporation
This manual explains how to operate
your Network Walkman. For details on
how to use the SonicStage (supplied
software), refer to the SonicStage
operating instructions.
The SonicStage operating instructions
are installed with the SonicStage
software.
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Table of Contents
Overview ................................................... 6
What you can do with your Network
Adjusting the settings of your
Network Walkman
Walkman ........................................... 6
Other features ........................................ 7
Step 1: Checking the package contents ..... 8
Step 2: Inserting the battery....................... 9
Locating controls ..................................... 10
Front side ............................................. 10
Rear side .............................................. 10
Display ................................................ 11
Adjusting the current time setting
(DATE-TIME) .................................. 26
Limiting the volume (AVLS) ................... 27
Setting the volume using the preset
volume function ................................ 28
Setting a volume level of the preset
mode ................................................ 28
Switching to the manual mode ............ 29
Turning off the beep sound (BEEP) ........ 30
Changing the backlight setting ................ 31
Basic Operations
Transferring audio files from the computer
to your Network Walkman ............... 12
Listening to music with your Network
Walkman ........................................... 14
What is the Group function? ............... 15
On other operations ............................. 16
Other functions
Formatting memory (FORMAT) ............. 32
Displaying the player information
(INFO) .............................................. 33
Other Information
Advanced Operations
Precautions .............................................. 34
Troubleshooting ....................................... 35
To reset the player ............................... 35
What happened? .................................. 35
Messages ............................................. 38
Specifications .......................................... 40
Glossary ................................................... 41
Repeat mode ............................................ 17
Selecting the repeat mode ................... 17
Playing tracks repeatedly
(Track Repeat)................................. 18
Playing a specified section repeatedly
(A-B Repeat) ................................... 19
Playing specified sentences repeatedly
(Sentence Repeat) ........................... 20
Setting the repeat counts ..................... 21
Changing the display mode ..................... 22
Selecting the group display mode ....... 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
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Overview
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 and carry it anywhere to
enjoy.
MP3, WAV and
Windows® Media
Format Audio Files
EMD (Electric Music
Distribution) Services
Audio CDs
1
Store digital audio
files on your
computer.
Download the
latest audio
files!
Store favorite
songs!
2
3
Transfer files to your
Network Walkman.
USB connection
Enjoy music with your
Network Walkman.
6
Other features
• Compact size, light weight, skip-proof operation and high portability.
• Continuous playback time with a battery
Approximately 70*1 hours
• Recording time*2
NW-E103: 256MB built-in flash memory, more than 11 hours 40 minutes.
NW-E105: 512MB built-in flash memory, more than 23 hours 30 minutes.
NW-E107: 1GB built-in flash memory, more than 47 hours 00 minutes.
• The supplied SonicStage software enables you to record songs from audio CDs to the hard disk
of your computer using the ATRAC3plus format (high sound quality, high compression).
• MP3 audio files can be easily transferred to the Network Walkman using the SonicStage
software.
• Sentence Repeat: Useful function for learning a foreign language.
• High-speed data transfer using the dedicated USB cable.
• Backlight LCD screen: song titles and artist names can be displayed.
• Group function: you can select songs to be played by album.
• Storage function: you can store a variety of data as well as audio files.
1
*
Differs according to the data format. In this case, the figure for the battery duration is when continuously
playing at 105kbps ATRAC3 format.
Differs according to the bit rate, etc., when recording. In this case, the figure for the recordable time is when
recording at 48kbps ATRAC3plus format.
2
*
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.
• Depending on the type of the text and characters, the text shown on the Network Walkman may not be
displayed properly on device. This is due to:
– The capability of the connected player.
– The player is not functioning normally.
– The ID3 TAG information for the track is written in the language or the character that is not supported
by the player.
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Step 1: Checking the package contents
Please check the accessories in the package.
• Network Walkman (1)
• Headphones (1)
About the Serial Number
The serial number provided for your device
is required for customer registration. The
number is in the battery compartment of your
Network Walkman.
Serial Number
• Dedicated USB cable (1)
Record the serial number. Refer to it
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
The serial number can also be shown in the
menu screen (page 33).
• CD-ROM for the SonicStage software,
PDF file Operating Instructions and PDF
file SonicStage Operating Instructions (1)
• Quick Start Guide
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Step 2: Inserting the battery
Insert an LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity.
Be sure to insert it from the E side as illustrated.
Battery duration*
ATRAC3 format: Approximately 70 hours
ATRAC3plus format: Approximately 60 hours
MP3 format: Approximately 50 hours
If the battery compartment lid is accidentally
detached, attach 1, then 2 as illustrated.
* The battery life may be shorter due to operating
conditions and the temperature of the location.
On the remaining battery indication
The battery icon in the display changes as shown
below.
2
low battery change the
battery
1
If “LOW BATT” is displayed in the display, you
need to change the battery.
Note
If you do not use the battery correctly, it may
become damaged from leakage and corrosion. For
best results:
– Use an alkaline battery.
– Make sure the polarity is correct.
– Do not charge a dry cell battery.
– Remove the battery, if you do not intend to use
the player for an extended period of time.
– If you have battery leakage, replace with a new
battery after cleaning the battery compartment.
9
Locating controls
For details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses.
Front side
Rear side
4
5
9
6
7
8
1
2
0
qz
3
7 MENU button (page 16 to 22, 24, 26 to
33)
1 Nx button
(page 14, 16 to 17, 19 to 22, 24, 26 to
33)
You can switch to the Time display by
pressing and holding the MENU button.
2 Display (page 11, 18, 43)
For details on the display and icons,
refer to page 11.
8 Battery compartment (page 9)
9 REPEAT/SOUND button
(page 18 to 20, 23)
3 .–/+> button
(page 16 to 17, 19 to 22, 24, 26 to 33)
q; GROUP/HOLD switch
(page 15 to 16, 23, 25)
4 i (headphone) jack (page 14)
: Group mode. Play or search songs
by group (page 23).
: Normal mode. Play songs by track
name (page 16).
5 VOLUME +/– button
(page 14, 28 to 29)
6 Strap hole for attaching a strap
HOLD: Protect the Network Walkman
against accidental operation (page 25).
qa USB jack (page 12)
10
Display
1
Text/graphic information display (page
3 AVLS indication (page 27)
17)
The indication appears while the AVLS
function is activated.
Displays track number, track name,
current date and time (page 22 to 23,
26), MESSAGE (page 13, 43) and menu.
Press the MENU button to switch the
display mode. For details, refer to
“Changing the display mode” on page
22.
4 Digital sound preset indication
(page 23 to 24)
The current sound setting is displayed.
5 Remaining battery indication (page 9)
The remaining battery power is
displayed.
2 Repeat mode indication (page 18)
The current repeat mode is displayed.
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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, 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 the SonicStage software supplied
with this Network Walkman before connecting your Network Walkman to the computer
(update programs may be available).
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.
Refer to the Quick Start Guide.
Refer to the SonicStage operating instructions for details.
z Tip
The SonicStage operating instructions are installed with the SonicStage software in your computer.
2
3
Import audio files into the SonicStage software.
For details, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions.
Connect your Network Walkman to your computer.
Connect the small connector of the dedicated USB cable to the USB jack on the Network
Walkman, then the large connector to a USB port on your computer.
“USB CONNECT” appears in the display.
to the USB jack
to a USB port
Dedicated USB cable (supplied)
12
Notes
• “DATA ACCESS” will be displayed while your Network Walkman accesses the computer. Do not
disconnect the USB cable when this message is displayed. The data being transferred may be destroyed.
• Use of your Network Walkman with a USB hub or a USB extension cable is not guaranteed. Always
connect your Network Walkman to the computer directly using the dedicated USB cable.
• Some USB devices connected to the computer may interfere with the proper operation of your Network
Walkman.
• The control buttons on your Network Walkman are all disabled while it is connected to a computer.
• You can display the data stored in the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer when your
Network Walkman is connected to the computer.
4
Transfer audio files to your Network Walkman.
For information on transferring audio files to the built-in flash memory, refer to the
SonicStage operating instructions.
z Tip
For information on transferring audio files back to the computer, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions
or online Help for the SonicStage software.
Note
If the USB cable is disconnected while data is being transferred, unnecessary data may be left in the Network
Walkman. In this case, transfer usable audio files (including non-audio data) back to your computer and format
(page 32) the Network Walkman.
13
Listening to music with your Network
Walkman
Please insert the battery before use (see page 9), and transfer audio files to your Network
Walkman.
Note
When using Network Walkman, be sure do disconnect it from the computer.
1
Connect the headphones.
to i jack
2
Start playback.
When the normal playback mode is selected,
playback stops automatically after the last
song is played.
1 Press the Nx button.
If playback does not start
Make sure that the GROUP/HOLD switch is set to
(NORMAL) (page 25).
2 Press the
VOLUME
+/– button to
adjust the
volume.
To stop playback
Press the Nx button.
To adjust the volume
The volume can be set in the Preset and Manual
mode (page 28 to 29).
GROUP/HOLD switch
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What is the Group function?
The Group function enables you to select favorite music conveniently on your Network
Walkman. You can transfer to audio files or play songs by album or artist using the Group
function.
• The track number is the order of songs in each
group.
Track1
Track2
Track3
• You can switch from Track Name mode to Group
mode by setting the GROUP/HOLD switch to
(GROUP).
Group1
Group2
Group3
• In the Group mode, group names are displayed
instead of track names. In addition, any shift
operations, such as Skip or Repeat, are performed
by group.
Track1
Track2
Track3
Track1
Track2
Track3
Transferring by group
Track1
Track2
Track3
Track1
Track2
Track3
The audio files transferred to the SonicStage
software are always grouped when transferred to
the built-in flash memory.
Track1
Track1
continued
15
Listening to music with your Network Walkman
On other operations
Nx button
To
.–/+> button
operation
Skip to the beginning
of the next track/
group*1
Press the +> button
once.
Skip to the beginning
of the current track/
group*1
Fast-forward*2
Press the .– button
once.
MENU button
Press the +> button
and hold it.
GROUP/HOLD
switch
Fast-rewind*2
Press the .– button
and hold it.
.–/+> button
*1 Pressing and holding of the .–/+> button
during stop mode allows you to skip to the
beginning of the next (current and previous)
track/group continuously.
z Tip
You can select to the Group mode by setting the
GROUP/HOLD switch to
(GROUP).
*2 Fast-forward and fast-rewind speed becomes
gradually faster.
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B Advanced Operations
Selecting the repeat mode
Repeat mode
Nx button
There are three types of repeat mode: Track
Repeat, A-B Repeat and Sentence Repeat.
• Track Repeat (Track Rep)
This mode plays back tracks repeatedly in
the following five ways.
Track Repeat
mode
Operation
MENU button
All Repeat
All tracks repeatedly
.–/+> button
Single Repeat
All Shuffle Repeat
Current track repeatedly
All tracks repeatedly in
random order
1
Press the MENU button in stop
mode.
Group Repeat
Current group repeatedly
The menu screen is displayed.
Group Shuffle
Repeat
Current group repeatedly
in random order
R E P E A T M O D E
>
• A-B Repeat (A-B Rep)
This mode plays back the specified section
in a track repeatedly.
• Sentence Repeat (Sentence Rep)
This mode plays back voice data within a
specified section in a track repeatedly.
2
3
Press the .–/+> button to
select “REPEATMODE>” and
press the Nx button to confirm.
Press the .–/+> button to
select a desired repeat mode and
press the Nx button to confirm.
T r a c k R e
p
You can choose one mode among
“Track Rep,” “A-B Rep” and “Sentence
Rep.”
continued
17
Repeat mode
REPEAT/
SOUND button
4
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
You can operate each repeat mode you
selected, as refer to the below.
• Track Rep: see “Playing tracks
repeatedly (Track Repeat).”
• A-B Rep: see “Playing a specified
section repeatedly (A-B Repeat).”
• Sentence Rep: see “Playing specified
sentences repeatedly (Sentence
Repeat).”
Track Repeat icon
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
Select the Track Repeat mode
(Track Rep) first (page 17).
Then, press the REPEAT/SOUND
button repeatedly to select the
repeat mode you want.
Notes
• The display automatically returns to the normal
playback screen if you do not operate any button
for 60 seconds.
• When there are no audio files in the built-in flash
memory, you cannot set any repeat mode.
• When you connect the Network Walkman to your
computer, the selected desired mode will be
canceled.
Each press changes the Track Repeat icon as
follows:
none (Normal play)
(All Repeat)
• You can select repeat mode only in stop mode.
(Single Repeat)
Playing tracks repeatedly
(Track Repeat)
(All Shuffle 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.
(Group Repeat)
(Group Shuffle Repeat)
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Notes
Playing a specified section
repeatedly (A-B Repeat)
• You cannot set A-B Repeat for a section that
overlaps two or more tracks.
While playing a track, you can set the start
point (A) and end point (B) for a section you
wish to play repeatedly.
• If you do not set the end point (B), the end point
is automatically set at the end of the track.
• Pressing the .–/+> button releases the start
point (A) which is already set.
• You cannot use A-B Repeat in the Group mode
or when the current time is displayed.
Nx button
To clear the start point (A) and end
point (B)
• Press the REPEAT/SOUND button during A-B
Repeat playback.
• Press the MENU button during A-B Repeat
playback.
• Select the Group mode by setting the GROUP/
REPEAT/SOUND
button
HOLD switch to
Repeat playback.
(GROUP) during A-B
.–/+> button
• Select the previous or next track by pressing the
.–/+> button during A-B Repeat playback.
(The A-B Repeat mode is not canceled.)
1
2
3
Select the A-B Repeat mode (A-B
Rep) (page 17).
To cancel the A-B Repeat mode
Change the Repeat mode in the menu screen (page
17).
Press the Nx button to start
playback.
Press the REPEAT/SOUND button
to set the start point (A) while
playing back.
“B” blinks.
A
B
0 1
0 0 : 0 0
4
Press the REPEAT/SOUND button
to set the end point (B).
“A B” is displayed and the specified
section is played back repeatedly.
A
B
0 1
0 0 : 5 5
continued
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Repeat mode
3
Press the REPEAT/SOUND button
to place the setting point during
playback.
The Network Walkman detects spoken
sections and non-spoken sections from
the set point, and Sentence Repeat starts.
(The spoken section is repeated once
(during detection), and the setting is
counted.)
Playing specified
sentences repeatedly
(Sentence Repeat)
This function automatically detects only
voice data from the setting point and repeats
the voice data for setting counts. This is
useful for language-learning material which
has no background music.
0 1
0 0 : 1 2
z Tip
Notes
The default repeat counts setting is 2 times for one
sentence. But you can change the repeat counts
setting. Refer to “Setting the repeat counts” on page
21.
• You cannot use Sentence Repeat in the Group
mode, or when the current time is displayed.
• A spoken or non-spoken section of less than 1
second will not be detected.
Nx button
• If a non-spoken section is not detected until the
track end, the track end point is recognized as a
non-spoken section and Sentence Repeat begins
from the previous spoken section.
To clear the setting point
• Press the REPEAT/SOUND button during
Sentence Repeat playback.
• Press the MENU button during Sentence Repeat
playback.
REPEAT/SOUND
button
• Select the Group mode by setting the GROUP/
.–/+> button
HOLD switch to
Repeat playback.
(GROUP) during Sentence
• Select the previous or next track by pressing the
.–/+> button during Sentence Repeat
playback.
1
2
Select the Sentence Repeat mode
(Sentence Rep) (page 17).
(The Sentence Repeat mode is not canceled.)
Press the Nx button to start
playback.
To cancel the Sentence Repeat mode
Change the Repeat mode in the menu screen (page
17).
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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.
R E P E A T M O D E
>
2
3
Press the .–/+> button to
select “REPEATMODE>” and
press the Nx button to confirm.
Press the .–/+> button to
select “Sentence Rep” and press
the Nx button to confirm.
“COUNT:” is displayed in the screen.
C O U N T : 2
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Nx button
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 .–/+> button
in the Menu mode.
MENU button
.–/+> button
• Lap Time: Elapsed time display mode
The following will be displayed after a music title
and artist name are displayed.
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E
>
Track number
Elapsed time
Press the .–/+> button to
select “DISPLAY>” and press the
Nx button to confirm.
0 0 9 0 1 : 3 6
Play status*
The selected display mode blinks.
* Play: Displays
Stop: Displays
and
.
alternately.
L a p T i m e
Search track: Displays > or ..
Fast-forward/Fast-rewind: Displays M or
m.
3
4
Press the .–/+> button to
select a desired display mode and
press the Nx button to confirm.
The display switches to the selected
display mode.
• Title: Title display mode
When the music title includes more than 12
characters, the title will be automatically scrolled.
D I S P L A Y >
T
i t l e / A r t i s
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
• Track info: Track information display
mode
The track title, CODEC, and bit rate are
displayed. When the information includes more
than 12 characters, the information will be
automatically scrolled.
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
T
i t l e / C o d e c /
While searching, fast-forwarding, or fast-
rewinding a track, the current playing position is
displayed.
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Note
Adjusting treble
and bass (Digital
sound preset)
The display automatically returns to the normal
playback screen if you do not press any buttons for
60 seconds.
You can adjust the treble and bass. You can
preset two settings, which can be selected
during playback.
Selecting the group display
mode
For any menu screen, you can select the
group mode by setting the GROUP/HOLD
switch to
(GROUP).
Selecting the Sound quality
Default settings
Sound SOUND 1 SOUND 2 SOUND OFF
quality
(S1)
+1
0
(S2)
+3
0
(NORMAL SOUND)
Bass
0
0
Treble
GROUP/HOLD
switch
REPEAT/SOUND
button
To cancel the Group mode
Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to
in the Group mode screen.
(NORMAL)
Note
Pressing the .–/+> button in the Group
mode jumps backwards or forwards through the
groups.
Press and hold the REPEAT/
SOUND button for half a second.
The Sound quality setting is changed as
follows:
SOUND OFF (none)
To return to the normal Sound quality
Select “SOUND OFF (none).”
continued
23
Adjusting treble and bass (Digital
sound preset)
3
4
Set the tone for “SOUND 1.”
1 Press the .–/+> button to
select “SOUND 1>” and press the
Nx button to confirm.
2 “BASS:+1” appears, press the .–
/+> button to adjust the emphasis
level of bass sound and press the
Nx button to confirm.
3 “TREBLE:0” appears, press the
.–/+> button to adjust the
emphasis level of treble sound and
press the Nx button to confirm.
Adjusting the Sound
quality
You can adjust the sound quality of bass and
treble parts.
Sound quality
Bass
Emphasis level
-4 to +3
Treble
-4 to +3
You can preset desired sound quality settings
as “Sound 1” and “Sound 2.” While playing
music, you can assign a preset sound quality
to music.
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
Nx button
To adjust the “SOUND 2” setting
Select “SOUND 2>” in step 3.
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
MENU button
.–/+> button
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E >
Press the .–/+> button to
select “SOUND>” and press the
Nx button to confirm.
“SOUND:” is displayed in the screen.
S O U N D : 1 >
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Locking the
controls (HOLD)
Storing non-audio
data
You can protect your Network Walkman
against accidental operation by using the
HOLD function when carrying it.
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
• If you store a lot of non-audio data into the built-
in flash memory, the space for audio data is
reduced by the same amount.
• Do not edit any file in the [OMGAUDIO] folder
of the built-in flash memory on Windows
Explorer, as audio files will not play back.
GROUP/HOLD
switch
Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to
HOLD.
All operation buttons are disabled.
If you press buttons while the HOLD
function is activated, “HOLD” blinks in the
display.
To release the HOLD function
Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to
(NORMAL).
25
B Adjusting the settings of
your Network Walkman
3
4
Press the .–/+> button to
adjust the “year” setting and
press the Nx button to confirm.
The “month” digit blinks.
Adjusting the
current time
setting
(DATE-TIME)
You can set and display the current time.
2 0 0 5 y 1 m 1 d
As you did in step 3, adjust the
settings for “month” and “date.”
Nx button
After pressing the .–/+> button
to adjust the “date” setting and pressing
the Nx button to confirm, the display
switches to the time setting screen.
1 : 0 0
MENU button
5
6
Press the .–/+> button to
adjust the “hour” setting and
press the Nx button to confirm.
The “minute” digit blinks.
.–/+> button
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
1 : 0 0
R E P E A T M O D E >
Press the .–/+> button to
select “DATE-TIME” and press the
Nx button to confirm.
As you did in step 5, adjust the
settings for “minute.”
After pressing the .–/+> button
to adjust the “minute” setting and
pressing the Nx button to confirm, the
display switches to the time setting
screen.
The “year” digit blinks.
2 0 0 5 y 1 m 1 d
D A
T
E - T I M E
7
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
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To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
Limiting the
volume (AVLS)
To display the current time
Press the MENU button and hold it.
You can display the current time while pressing the
button.
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.
Notes
• If the unit is not used for a long time, your
settings of the date and time may be reset.
• If the current time is not set, the display for the
date and time will be “-- --.”
Nx button
MENU button
.–/+> button
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E
>
Press the .–/+> button to
select “AVLS:” and press the Nx
button to confirm.
“OFF” blinks.
A V L S
: O F F
3
Press the .–/+> button to
select “ON” and press the Nx
button to confirm.
The
(AVLS) indication is displayed.
The volume is kept at a moderate level.
continued
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Limiting the volume (AVLS)
Setting the volume
using the preset
volume function
4
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
There are two modes to adjust the volume
level.
To change the setting to “OFF”
Manual mode:
Select “OFF” in step 3.
Press the VOLUME +/– button to adjust
the volume level in the range of 0 to 31.
Preset mode:
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
Press the VOLUME +/– button to set the
volume level to any of three preset
levels: LO, MID, or HI.
Nx button
VOLUME +/– button
MENU button
.–/+> button
Setting a volume level of
the preset mode
1
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E
>
2
Press the .–/+> button to
select “VOL: MAN.”
V O L
: M A N
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To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
3
4
Press the Nx button to confirm.
“MAN” blinks.
Note
Press the .–/+> button to
select “SET>.”
If AVLS (page 27) is set, the actual volume may be
lower than the settings.
Releasing AVLS returns the volume to the preset
level.
V O L
: S E T >
Switching to the manual
mode
5
6
Press the Nx button to confirm.
“VOL LO xx”* blinks.
* “xx” is the volume level.
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
V O L L O x x
Press the .–/+> button to
select “VOL: SET>.”
Set volume levels of three preset
levels: LO, MID, or HI.
V O L
: S E T >
1 Press the VOLUME +/– button to set
the volume level of the LO preset.
2 Press the .–/+> button to
select “VOL MID xx,” and then
press the VOLUME +/– button to set
the volume level of the MID preset.
3 Press the .–/+> button to
select “VOL HI xx,” and then press
the VOLUME +/– button to set the
volume level of the HI preset.
3
4
Press the Nx button to confirm.
“SET>” blinks.
Press the .–/+> button to
select “MAN.”
V O L
: M A N
7
8
Press the Nx button to confirm.
5
6
Press the Nx button to confirm.
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
With these settings, you can adjust the
volume level to any of three preset
levels: LO, MID, or HI.
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
With this setting, you can adjust the
volume level by pressing the VOLUME
+/– button.
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To change the setting to “ON”
Select “ON” in step 3.
Turning off the
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen, or press the
MENU button.
beep sound (BEEP)
You can turn off the beep sounds of your
Network Walkman.
Nx button
MENU button
.–/+> button
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E >
Press the .–/+> button to
select “BEEP:” and press the
Nx button to confirm.
“ON” blinks.
B E E P : O N
3
4
Press the .–/+> button to
select “OFF” and press the Nx
button to confirm.
B E E P : O F F
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
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3
4
Press the .–/+> button to
select “ON” and press the Nx
button to confirm.
Changing the
backlight setting
L I G H T : O N
You can select ON or OFF.
Menu
OFF
ON
Backlight mode
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
Always off
Turns on for a few seconds
after each operation
(or until scrolling is complete)
To change the setting to “OFF”
Select “OFF” in step 3.
Nx button
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
MENU button
.–/+> button
To set “ON”
1
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E
>
2
Press the .–/+> button to
select “LIGHT:” and press the
Nx button to confirm.
“OFF” blinks.
L I G H T : O F F
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B Other functions
4
5
Press the Nx button.
“FORMATTING” blinks and formatting
starts.
When formatting is complete,
“COMPLETE” is displayed and the
display returns to the indication in step
2.
Formatting
memory (FORMAT)
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.
Press the MENU button.
The display returns to the normal screen.
Nx button
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the
MENU button.
To cancel formatting
Select “N” in step 3.
MENU button
Note
.–/+> button
You cannot format memory while playing music.
(“FORMAT” will not be displayed in the menu
screen.)
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E >
Press the .–/+> button to
select “FORMAT>” and press the
Nx button to confirm.
F O R M A T : N
You cannot format memory while
playing music.
3
Press the .–/+> button to
select “Y” and press the Nx
button to confirm.
“Really?” is displayed.
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Displaying the
player information
(INFO)
Information such as product name, built-in
flash memory capacity, serial number and
software version can be displayed.
Nx button
MENU button
.–/+> button
1
2
Press the MENU button.
The menu screen is displayed.
R E P E A T M O D E
>
Press the .–/+> button to
select “INFO>” and press the Nx
button to confirm.
Press the .–/+> button to show
the following information.
1: product name
2: built-in flash memory capacity
3: serial number
4: software version
To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or
press the MENU button.
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B Other Information
Precautions
On installation
• Never use your Network Walkman where it
will be subjected to extremes of light,
temperature, moisture or vibration.
On the use
• When using a strap, careful to avoid
hooking it on objects you pass by.
• Do not use the Network Walkman on an
aircraft.
On cleaning
• Clean your Network Walkman casing with
a soft cloth slightly moistened with water
or a mild detergent solution.
• Never leave the Network Walkman
exposed to high temperature, such as in a
car parked in the sun or under direct
sunlight.
• Clean the headphone plug periodically.
Note
On the headphones
Road Safety
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as it
may mar the finish of the casing.
Do not use headphones while driving,
cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle.
It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in
many areas. It can also be potentially
dangerous to play your Network Walkman at
a high volume while walking, especially at
pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
extreme caution or discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your Network Walkman, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using the headphones at a high
volume. Hearing experts advise against
continuous, loud and extended play. If you
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the
volume or discontinue use.
Caring for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This
will allow you to hear outside sounds and to
be considerate to the people around you.
Warning
If there is lightning when you are using your
Network Walkman, take off the headphones
immediately.
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Troubleshooting
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. If a problem occurs while connected to
your computer, also refer to “Troubleshooting” in the online help of the supplied software.
To reset the player
If your Network Walkman does not operate normally, or if there is no sound, even after checking
the troubleshooting guide below, remove the battery and re-insert it.
What happened?
On operating
Symptom
Cause/Remedy
There is no sound.
Noise is generated.
• The volume level is set to zero.
c Turn the volume up (page 14).
• The headphone jack is not connected properly.
c Connect the headphone jack properly (page 14).
• The headphone plug is dirty.
c Clean the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth.
• No audio files are stored in the memory.
c If “NO DATA” is displayed, transfer audio file(s) from the
computer.
Buttons do not work.
• The GROUP/HOLD switch is set to HOLD.
c Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to
(NORMAL) (page 25).
• Your Network Walkman contains moisture condensation.
c Leave your Network Walkman aside for a few hours.
• The remaining battery power is insufficient.
c Replace the battery (page 9).
The volume is not loud
enough.
The AVLS is enabled.
c Disable the AVLS (page 27).
There is no sound from the
right channel of the
headphones.
The headphone jack is not fully inserted.
c Connect the headphone jack fully (page 14).
Playback has stopped
suddenly.
The remaining battery power is insufficient.
c Replace the battery (page 9).
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Troubleshooting
On the display window
Cause/Remedy
Symptom
LIGHT is set to “OFF.”
c In the menu mode, set “LIGHT” to “ON” (page 31).
The backlight is not turned
on.
Characters that cannot be displayed on your Network Walkman are
involved.
“s” is displayed for a title.
c Use the supplied SonicStage software to rename the title with
appropriate characters.
On the connection with the computer or supplied software
Cause/Remedy
Symptom
An operating system not compatible with the software is used.
c For details, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions.
The software cannot be
installed.
• Please wait for authentication of the SonicStage software.
• Another application is running on the computer.
c Wait for a while and reconnect the USB cable. If the problem
persists, disconnect the USB cable, restart the computer, and then
reconnect the USB cable.
“USB CONNECT” is not
displayed when connecting
to the computer with the
dedicated USB cable.
• The dedicated USB cable has disconnected.
c Connect the dedicated USB cable.
• A USB hub is used.
c Connecting via a USB hub is not guaranteed. Connect the
dedicated USB cable directly to the computer.
The dedicate USB cable is disconnected.
c Connect the dedicated USB cable.
Your Network Walkman is
not recognized by the
computer when it is
connected to the computer.
Song cannot be transferred
to your Network Walkman.
• The dedicated USB cable is not connected properly.
c Connect the USB cable properly.
• The free space of the built-in flash memory where you want to
transfer audio files to is insufficient.
c Transfer any unnecessary songs back to your computer to
increase free space.
• You have already transferred to 65,535 songs or 4,096 groups to the
built-in flash memory using the SonicStage software.
c You can transfer up to 65,535 songs, and 4,096 groups to the
built-in flash memory using SonicStage software. One group can
contain up to 999 songs.
• Audio files with a limited playing period or playing count may not
be transferred due to restrictions set by copyright holders. For details
on the settings of each audio file, contact the distributor.
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Symptom
Cause/Remedy
The number of audio files
that can be transferred is
limited. (Available
• The free space of the built-in flash memory where you want to
transfer to is not enough for the size of audio files you wish to
transfer.
recording time is short.)
c Transfer any unnecessary audio files back to the computer to
increase free space.
• Non-audio data is stored in the built-in flash memory where you
want to transfer audio files to.
c Move non-audio data to the computer to increase free space.
Operation of the Network
Walkman becomes unstable
while it is
USB hub or USB extension cable is used.
c Connecting via a USB hub or USB extension cable is not
guaranteed. Connect the dedicated USB cable directly to the
computer.
connected to the computer.
Your Network Walkman is not connected to the computer properly.
c Quit the SonicStage software and verify the connection of the
dedicated USB cable. Restart the SonicStage software.
“Failed to authenticate
Device/Media” is displayed
on the computer screen
while connecting the
Network Walkman to the
computer.
Other
Symptom
Cause/Remedy
BEEP is set to “OFF.”
c In the menu mode, set “BEEP” to ”ON” (page 30).
There is no beep sound
when your Network
Walkman is operated.
Your Network Walkman
gets warm.
In normal use, the player may become slightly warm.
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Troubleshooting
Messages
Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display.
Message
Meaning
Remedy
AVLS
The volume level exceeds the rated
value while the AVLS is enabled.
Turn the volume down or disable the
AVLS.
CANNOT PLAY
DATA ACCESS
• Your Network Walkman cannot
play certain files because of
incompatible formats.
• Transferring has been interrupted
forcefully.
If the file cannot be played, you can erase
it from the built-in flash memory.
For details, refer to “To delete abnormal
data from the built-in flash memory”
(page 39).
Accessing the built-in flash
memory.
Please wait for access to complete. This
message appears while transferring audio
files and during initialization of the built-
in flash memory.
ERROR
A malfunction is detected.
Please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
EXPIRED
The song is playback restricted by
the copyright holder.
If song cannot be played, you can erase it
from the built-in flash memory.
For details, refer to “To delete abnormal
data from the built-in flash memory”
(page 39).
FILE ERROR
HOLD
• The file cannot be read.
• The file is not normal.
Transfer the normal audio file back to the
computer and then format your Network
Walkman. For details, refer to “To delete
abnormal data from the built-in flash
memory” on page 39.
All operation buttons are disabled
since the GROUP/HOLD switch is
set to HOLD.
Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to
(NORMAL) to operate the buttons.
LOW BATT
MG ERROR
The battery is low.
You must change the battery (page 9).
An unauthorized distribution file is
detected for copyright protection.
Transfer the normal audio file back to the
computer and then format your Network
Walkman. For details, refer to “To delete
abnormal data from the built-in flash
memory” on page 39.
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Message
Meaning
Remedy
NO DATA
There are no audio files in the
built-in flash memory.
If there are no audio files in the built-in
flash memory, use the SonicStage
software to transfer audio files.
USB CONNECT
Your Network Walkman is
connected to the computer.
You can operate your Network Walkman
using the SonicStage, but you cannot
operate the controls on your Network
Walkman.
To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory
If “CANNOT PLAY,” “EXPIRED,” “FILE ERROR,” or “MG ERROR” is displayed, there is a
problem with all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash memory.
Please follow the procedures below to erase data you cannot play.
1 Connect your Network Walkman to the computer, and start the SonicStage software.
2 If you have already specified the data with problems, erase the data from the Portable Player
window of the SonicStage software.
3 If the problem persists, transfer all data without problems back to the computer using the
SonicStage software while your Network Walkman is connected to the computer.
4 Disconnect your Network Walkman from the computer and then format the built-in flash
memory using the FORMAT menu (page 32).
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Frequency response
Interface
Specifications
Maximum recording time
NW-E103
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N)
Dynamic range
Operating temperature
Power source
NW-E105
Battery life (continuous
playback)
NW-E107
Dimension
×
×
×
×
Mass
Supplied accessories
Sampling frequency
Audio compression technology
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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 playback.
Note
is terminology denoting the copyright protection system developed by Sony. It does not
guarantee conversion among other media.
OpenMG
Copyright protection technology that securely manages music content from the EMD/Audio CD
on a personal computer. Application software that is installed on the computer encrypts the
digital music content when recording on the hard drive. This allows you to enjoy music content
on the computer, but prevents unauthorized transmission of this content across a network (or
elsewhere). This PC copyright protection complies with “MagicGate”, and allows you to transfer
digital music content from a PC’s hard drive to a compliant device.
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, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3plus, is audio
compression technology that compresses data higher than ATRAC3. The ATRAC3plus is new
audio compression technology that enables equal or higher quality sound comparing to
ATRAC3.
Bit rate
Indicates the data amount per second. The rate is reflected in bps (bit per second).
64 kbps means 64,000 bits of information per second. If the bit rate is large, that means a large
amount of information is used to play music. Comparing music of the same format (e,g.,
ATRAC3plus), 64 kbps data offers better sound quality than 48 kbps data. However, audio files
in formats such as MP3 have different encoding methods, and thus sound quality cannot be
determined by simply comparing the bit rate.
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Glossary
MP3
MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, is a format standard for music file compression.
It was codified by the Motion Picture Experts Group, a working group of ISO (International
Organization for Standardization).
It compresses audio CD data to approximately one tenth its original size. Because the MP3
encoding algorithm has been made publicly available, there are various encoders and decoders
that are compliant with this standard.
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Menu list
Press the MENU button to display the menu mode, and then use the .–/+>
button (select) and the Nx button (confirm) to change the settings of your
Network Walkman.
For details about each menu, refer to the pages in parentheses. The menu with a “>” mark will be
followed by a detailed-setting screen when you press the Nx button to confirm.
Display
(Menu mode)
Purpose
Display
(Menu mode)
Purpose
REPEATMODE> You can select your favorite
FORMAT>
(Formatting
memory)
You can format the built-in
flash memory (page 32).
repeat mode (page 17).
DISPLAY>
(Display
mode)
You can select your favorite
display mode (page 22).
INFO>
(Information)
You can be displayed
information such as product
name, built-in flash memory
capacity and serial number
(page 33).
VOL:
(Preset
volume)
You can preset your desired
volume level (page 28).
[RETURN]
You can switch to the normal
mode by selecting
[RETURN] and pressing the
Nx button.
SOUND>
You can preset your desired
(Digital sounds sound quality (page 23).
preset)
AVLS:
You can set to “ON” or
“OFF” (page 27).
(Automatic
Volume Limiter
System)
BEEP:
(Operation
sounds setting)
You can set to “ON” or
“OFF” (page 30).
LIGHT:
(LCD
backlight
setting)
“OFF”: Always off.
“ON”: Turns on for three
seconds after each operation
(page 31).
DATE-TIME
(Current time
setting)
You can set and display the
current time (page 26).
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Index
A
F
A-B Repeat
Accessories
ATRAC3
ATRAC3plus
Audio CDs
19
8
41
41
6
Fast-forward
Fast-rewind
Formatting
16
16
32
G
AVLS (Limiting the volume)
11, 27
Group
15, 23
H
B
Headphones
HOLD function (Locking the controls)
25
8, 14, 34
Backlight
Battery
BEEP (Beep sound)
Bit rate
31
9
30
41
I
C
Information
33
CD (Audio CDs)
CD-ROM
Clock
6
L
8, 12
26
LIGHT
31
Computer
6, 12
Limiting the volume (AVLS)
27
Listening
14
D
Locking the controls (HOLD function)
25
DATE-TIME
Display
26
11, 18, 38
Display mode
Download
22
6
M
MENU button
Menu list
MP3
16-22, 24, 26-33
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42
E
EMD service
6
Explorer (Windows Explorer)
13, 25
44
O
U
OpenMG
41
14
USB cable
8, 12
28
P
V
Playback
Volume
R
W
Remaining battery indication
9
WAV format
Windows Explorer
6
13, 25
Repeat
Repeat count
Reset
17
21
35
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RETURN
S
Sentence Repeat
Serial Number
Shuffle Repeat
20
8, 33
17
Skip to the beginning of a track
16
SonicStage
12
Sound preset (Digital sound preset)
23
T
Time Setting
Title
26
22
Track Repeat
Transferring
Troubleshooting
18
6, 12
35
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