Sony WALKMAN NWZ-W262 User Manual
W-series walkman player (2gb)
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- Page 1 Getting Started User Guide How to Use the Software Music Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about the player. Settings Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 2: Getting Started
About the status of the OPR lamp How to install the earbuds How to place your “WALKMAN” on your ears How to store your “WALKMAN” in the holder About the Software About the software Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 3: Content Transfer
Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player Settings Transferring music using Windows Media Player Troubleshooting Content Transfer Important Information Transferring music using Content Transfer Windows Explorer (Drag-and-Drop) Specifications Transferring content using Windows Explorer Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 4: Deleting Songs
Skipping to the previous/next song Troubleshooting Skipping to the previous/next folder Shuffle playback Important Information Playing songs in a playlist Specifications ZAPPIN playback Adjusting the volume Contents list Deleting songs Deleting songs Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 5: Music Settings
Top page > Settings Getting Started Settings How to Use the Software Common Settings Music Limiting the volume (AVLS (Volume Limit)) Settings Music Settings Troubleshooting Setting the play mode Important Information Go to page top Specifications Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 6: Troubleshooting
What can I do to solve a problem? Settings Customer support web sites Troubleshooting Possible Causes of Symptoms Important Information List of symptoms and possible causes Operation Specifications Power Contents list Connection to a computer ZAPPIN Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 7: Important Information
Upgrading the firmware of your “WALKMAN” Upgrading the firmware of your “WALKMAN” Formatting your WALKMAN Formatting your “WALKMAN” Deleting the bundled software Deleting the bundled software License and Trademark Notice License and trademark notice Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 8: Specifications
WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Specifications Getting Started Specifications How to Use the Software Specifications Music Specifications Settings Contents Troubleshooting System requirements Go to page top Important Information Specifications Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 9 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Contents list Getting Started Contents list How to Use the Software Music Getting Started Settings Before Use Before first use Troubleshooting How to use this User Guide Important Information Water Resistant Specifications Specifications Operation flow of “WALKMAN”...
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Page 10: Troubleshooting
Shuffle playback Playing songs in a playlist ZAPPIN playback Adjusting the volume Deleting songs Deleting songs Go to page top Settings Common Settings Limiting the volume (AVLS (Volume Limit)) Music Settings Setting the play mode Go to page top Troubleshooting Dealing with Troubles What can I do to solve a problem? Customer support web sites... - Page 11 Deleting the bundled software License and Trademark Notice License and trademark notice Go to page top Specifications Specifications Specifications Contents System requirements Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 12: Before First Use
For details about how to use Windows Media Player or for product support, refer to Windows Media Player information from the following web site: http://support.microsoft.com/ About battery charging The battery might not be charged at time of purchase. See [Details] for how to charge the battery. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 13 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Before Use > How to use this User Guide Getting Started How to use this User Guide How to Use the Software Music Selecting a topic to display Settings Searching this User Guide Returning to a previous page Troubleshooting...
- Page 14 Changing the font size You can change the font size by changing the setting of your web browser. Refer to the Help of your web browser for instruction on changing the font size. Searching this User Guide You can search by keyword in the context of a desired topic. Enter the keyword in the window( ), and click the search button ( Returning to a previous page Use the back button of your web browser (...
- Page 15 Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 16 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Before Use > Water Resistant Specifications Getting Started Water Resistant Specifications How to Use the Software Music Scenarios (*1) Settings Water resistant performance of this “WALKMAN” Notes on charging the battery Troubleshooting Notes on using your “WALKMAN”...
- Page 17 liquids other than those above (examples: soapy water, detergent water, water applicable with bath agents, shampoo, hot spring water, pool water, seawater, etc.) The water resistant performance of your “WALKMAN” is based on our measurements under the conditions described above. Note that malfunctions as a result of water immersion caused by misuse by the customer are not covered by the warranty.
- Page 18 USB jack covers matching each individual “WALKMAN” color are available as repair parts for a fee. For more details, consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. To change the USB jack cover Pull the USB jack cover off to remove it.
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Page 19: Transferring Music Using Content Transfer
WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Operation flow of “WALKMAN” > Operation flow to transfer music Getting Started Operation flow to transfer music How to Use the Software Music You can use your “WALKMAN” to enjoy music stored on your computer. Transfer music to your Settings “WALKMAN”... - Page 20 For details about supported file formats, see [Details]. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 21 POWER switch to the OFF position and then back to ON to turn your “WALKMAN” on again. Note You cannot operate your “WALKMAN” when it is connected to a computer. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 22: Charging The Battery
WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Power/Charging > Charging the battery Getting Started Charging the battery How to Use the Software Music Checking the remaining battery power Settings Notes on charging the battery Troubleshooting The battery of your “WALKMAN” is recharged while your “WALKMAN” is connected to an Important Information operating computer using the USB cable (supplied). - Page 23 (the OPR lamp lights up in red). Check that the computer recognizes your “WALKMAN” after you have connected it to the computer for about 5 minutes. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 24 For details on charging time and battery life, see [Details]. Turning the volume down You can save battery power by turning down the volume on your “WALKMAN.” Related Topics Charging time Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 25: Parts And Controls
Press and hold for longer than 1 second to skip to the beginning of the previous or next folder. RESET button [Details] Press the RESET button with a small pin, etc., to reset your “WALKMAN.” Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 26 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Parts and Controls > About the status of the OPR lamp Getting Started About the status of the OPR lamp How to Use the Software Music The OPR lamp indicates the following conditions in addition to charging status and remaining Settings battery power.
- Page 27 Current remaining battery power. — second intervals There is no file that can be played on Message “NO your “WALKMAN.” DATA” You are trying to play an unsupported Double short Blinks twice repetitively format or DRM file. beep Message You are trying to play an expired file. “EXPIRED”...
- Page 28 You have entered formatting setting mode. Blinks — Waiting for setting whether formatting is executed or not. Lights up — Waiting for execution of formatting. Lights up — Formatting is being executed. Blinks quickly — Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 29 When you replace the earbuds, twist them so they attach firmly on your “WALKMAN” to prevent the earbuds from detaching and remaining in your ear. Important Information If an earbud becomes damaged, optional earbuds (EP-EX1) are available for purchase. Specifications Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 30 Do not use strong force to deform or bend the neckband. If you bend the neckband at the same part repeatedly, it may break. If it breaks, a wire-like metal may project from the covering and you could injure yourself. If the neckband breaks, stop using your “WALKMAN.” Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 31 Whenever carrying or when not using your “WALKMAN,” store your “WALKMAN” in the supplied Settings holder. 1. Turn off your “WALKMAN.” Troubleshooting 2. Attach your “WALKMAN” to the holder firmly. Important Information Specifications Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 32: About The Software
For details on operation, refer to the Help of the software, or visit the following web site. http://support.microsoft.com/ Related Topics Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player Transferring music using Windows Media Player Transferring music using Content Transfer Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 33 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > How to Use the Software > Windows Media Player > Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player Getting Started How to Use the Software Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player Music Settings You can use Windows Media Player to copy (rip) music from your CDs.
- Page 34 Transferring music using Content Transfer Transferring content using Windows Explorer Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 35 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > How to Use the Software > Windows Media Player > Transferring music using Windows Media Player Getting Started How to Use the Software Transferring music using Windows Media Player Music Settings You can use Windows Media Player to transfer music from your computer to your “WALKMAN.” Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications...
- Page 36 Related Topics About the software Importing music from CDs using Windows Media Player Transferring music using Content Transfer Transferring content using Windows Explorer Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 37 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > How to Use the Software > Content Transfer > Transferring music using Content Transfer Getting Started How to Use the Software Transferring music using Content Transfer Music Settings You can transfer music stored on your computer to your “WALKMAN” using Content Transfer. If you have already managed music with iTunes, etc., you can use that software to drag-and-drop Troubleshooting music to Content Transfer.
- Page 38 About the software Transferring music using Content Transfer Transferring content using Windows Explorer Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 39 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > How to Use the Software > Windows Explorer (Drag-and-Drop) > Transferring content using Windows Explorer Getting Started How to Use the Software Transferring content using Windows Explorer Music Settings You can directly transfer music by drag-and-drop using Windows Explorer on your computer. Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications...
- Page 40 For details on setting automatic start of Content Transfer, refer to the Help of Content Transfer. Related Topics Transferring music using Windows Media Player Transferring music using Content Transfer Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 41: Playing Music
WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Music > Playing Music > Playing music Getting Started Playing music How to Use the Software Music Settings Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list 1. Turn on your “WALKMAN.” 2. Press the button. - Page 42 Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 43 Getting Started Skipping to the previous/next song How to Use the Software Music Settings Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list 1. Press the (backward) or (forward) button to skip to the previous/next song. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 44 How to Use the Software Music Settings Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list 1. Press and hold the (backward) or (forward) button for longer than 1 second to skip to the beginning of the previous/next folder. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 45: Shuffle Playback
To return to normal playback, press the SHUF (Shuffle)/PLAYLISTS button again. Note During shuffle playback, you cannot skip to the previous or next folder, even if you press and hold the button for longer than 1 second. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 46 SHUF (Shuffle)/PLAYLISTS button for longer than 1 second during playback of songs in a playlist. Note When you play songs in a playlist, only the songs registered in that playlist are played back repeatedly. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 47: What Is Zappin Playback
WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Music > Playing Music > ZAPPIN playback Getting Started ZAPPIN playback How to Use the Software Music What is ZAPPIN Playback? Settings Starting ZAPPIN playback Skipping to the previous/next song, shuffle playback, or playlist playback during ZAPPIN Troubleshooting playback Important Information... - Page 48 Press the button shortly during ZAPPIN playback. Normal playback Starting ZAPPIN playback 1. Press and hold the button for longer than 1 second during normal playback. The voice guidance “Zappin in” is heard and ZAPPIN playback starts. (*1) Press and hold the button for longer than 1 second.
- Page 49 Pausing playback during ZAPPIN playback 1. Press the button. The voice guidance “Zappin out” is heard and your “WALKMAN” returns to normal playback. 2. Press the button again. Playback is paused. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 50: Adjusting The Volume
Adjust the volume with the VOL+/- button. The volume can be adjusted in 31 steps: from 0 to 30. “10” is set by default. If you turn off your “WALKMAN” with the volume set to “0,” the volume will be automatically set to “1” when you start playback next time. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 51 When you delete songs from your “WALKMAN,” use the software you used to transfer the songs Settings or use Windows Explorer. For details about using the software, refer to the Help of the software. Troubleshooting Go to page top Important Information Specifications Contents list Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 52: Limiting Volume
The volume is kept to a moderate level. To return the AVLS setting to off, repeat steps 1 to 2. When AVLS is set to off, the OPR lamp blinks red twice in step 2. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... -
Page 53: Setting The Play Mode
The songs in your “WALKMAN” are sequentially played back in clips of 4 seconds Short each [Details]. ZAPPIN The songs in your “WALKMAN” are sequentially played back in clips of 15 Long seconds each [Details]. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 54 4. Check information on the issue in the Help of the individual software. 5. Look up information on the issue on one of the customer support web sites [Details]. 6. If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Hint No data will be deleted by resetting your “WALKMAN.”...
- Page 55 For customers in Canada: Specifications http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ Contents list For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 56 The following topics show possible causes of and remedies for symptoms. See the appropriate topic according to your problem. Troubleshooting Operation Important Information Power Connection to a computer Specifications ZAPPIN Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 57 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > Possible Causes of Symptoms > Operation Getting Started Operation How to Use the Software Music There is no sound. Settings The volume level is set to zero. Troubleshooting Turn the volume up. Important Information Specifications Your “WALKMAN”...
- Page 58 Visit the distributor’s web site from which you purchased the song, and update it. If you don’t need the song, delete it from your “WALKMAN.” Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 59 USB cable (supplied). You have not used your “WALKMAN” for more than a year. Depending on the conditions under which your “WALKMAN” is used, the battery may have been deteriorated. Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
- Page 60 Your “WALKMAN” takes a long time to start. It may take time to start if many files or folders are stored. While starting, your “WALKMAN” emits a startup sound. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 61 For details on the settings of individual audio file, contact the distributor. You may be attempting to transfer files that are not in a playable format. Transfer files in a playable format, see [Details]. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 62 Information on the most melodic or rhythmical section cannot be added to linear PCM (.wav) files. You cannot return to normal playback from ZAPPIN playback. To return to normal playback, press the button for less than about 1 second [Details]. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 63 If you have any questions about this product: Visit: www.sony.com/walkmansupport Contact: Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-(866)-456-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.:...
- Page 64 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. For users in France At high volume, prolonged listening to the personal audio player can damage the user’s hearing.
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- Page 66 Do not put any foreign object in your “WALKMAN.” Doing so may cause fire or electric shock. If fire or electric shock occurs, turn off your “WALKMAN” immediately, disconnect the USB Important Information cable from your “WALKMAN” and consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. Do not place your “WALKMAN” in fire. Specifications Do not take apart or remodel your “WALKMAN.”...
- Page 67 Do not touch the rechargeable battery with bare hands if it is leaking. Since battery liquid may Contents list remain in your “WALKMAN,” consult your nearest Sony dealer if the battery has leaked. If the liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes as doing so may lead to blindness. Wash out your eyes with clean water, and consult a doctor.
- Page 68 Recorded songs are limited to private use only. Use of the songs beyond this limit requires Settings permission of the copyright holders. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damage to data due to Troubleshooting problems with your “WALKMAN” or computer.
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Page 69: Road Safety
Consideration for others Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to people around you. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 70 Settings 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 Troubleshooting made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with your “WALKMAN.”...
- Page 71 Be careful not to let water get into your “WALKMAN” from the USB jack when its cover is opened. Specifications Contents list Cleaning the earbuds Remove the earbuds from your “WALKMAN,” and wash them by hand with a mild detergent solution. After washing the earbuds, wipe them well. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 72: Storing Data
Do not disconnect the USB cable (supplied) while the OPR lamp is blinking. Otherwise, the data being transferred or the data stored in your “WALKMAN” may be damaged. Do not rename the MUSIC folder. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 73 To check the information, connect your “WALKMAN” to your computer and open “information.txt” in “My Computer” or “Computer” – “WALKMAN.” The Information.txt contains the following information. 01:Model name 02:Memory capacity 03:Firmware version Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 74 Note When formatting is finished, your “WALKMAN” will reconstruct its database. While that is being done, you may not be able to transfer music or otherwise operate your “WALKMAN.” Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 75 1. Connect your “WALKMAN” to your computer using the USB cable (supplied). Important Information 2. Select [start] – [My Computer] or [Computer] – [WALKMAN] – [Storage Media]. Specifications 3. Delete the [Setup.exe] file. Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
- Page 76 Music Settings “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. 12 TONE ANALYSIS and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Troubleshooting ZAPPIN and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are either trademarks or registered Important Information trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
- Page 77 WALKMAN User Guide Search Print Top page > Specifications > Specifications > Specifications Getting Started Specifications How to Use the Software Music Supported file format Settings Troubleshooting Audio Formats (Codec) Important Information Media File format: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3) file format File extension: .mp3 Specifications Bit rate: 32 to 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))
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Page 78: Operating Temperature
Playback at AAC-LC 128 kbps Approx. 7 hours Playback at Linear PCM 1,411 kbps Approx. 7 hours Mass Approx. 32 g (1.2 oz) Water resistant IPX5 (IEC60529) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation... - Page 79 Notes on Water Resistant Specifications (1) Specifications Software Contents list The software is stored in the built-in flash memory of your “WALKMAN,” and includes the following items: Content Transfer WALKMAN Guide User Guide, etc. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...
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Page 80: System Requirements
Personally constructed computers or operating systems An environment that is an upgrade of the original manufacturer-installed operating system Multi-boot environment Multi-monitor environment Macintosh Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Go to page top Copyright 2011 Sony Corporation...