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Cradle

Operating Instructions / Mode d’emploi
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© 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in China

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English
WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.

For Customers in the USA

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.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

For Customers in Russia

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).

For customers in the USA

Use “LIMITED WARRANTY” card warranted by Sony Electronics Inc.

For customers in Canada

Use “Consumer 1 Year Warranty” card warranted by Sony of Canada Ltd.

Note on installation

If you use the unit in a place subject to static or electromagnetic energy, a track’s transferred data may be corrupted. This may prevent successful transferring authorization on your computer.

Notes on use

• Do not subject the unit to:

 

– Extreme heat or cold

– Dust, dirt, or sand

– High humidity

– Vibration

– Strong magnetic fields

– Mechanical shock

– Direct sunlight (for extended periods)

Do not set the unit on an unstable surface as it may fall, causing injury or damage.

Do not drop the unit.

Unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet if the unit is not to be used for an extended period. Disconnect the power cord by the plug, never the cord itself.

Be sure that nothing metallic comes into contact with the metal parts of this unit as a short circuit may occur and the unit may be damaged.

Do not operate the unit if it has a damaged cord, or if it has been dropped or damaged.

Always keep the metal contacts clean.

Do not disassemble or modify the unit.

While the unit is in use, it gets warm. This is normal.

Keep the unit away from TV or AM receivers, as it may disturb reception.

Cleaning

Clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine, which may damage the finish.

Preparation

Checking the supplied accessories

Cradle (1) (A)

DC charging cord (1) (B)

AC adaptor (C)

AC power cord

Checking other components

Walkman

For details about series Walkman units supported by the cradle, visit: USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport/

Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/

Europe: http://www.sonydigital-link.com/DNA/

China: http://service.sony.com.cn/KB/

Taiwan: http://www.twsupport.css.ap.sony.com/

Korea: http://scs.sony.co.kr/walkman/

Other countries or areas: http://www.css.ap.sony.com/

Attachment for a Walkman *

USB cable * (D)

*The USB cable is required to connect the cradle to your computer. The USB cable is supplied with the Walkman.

Installing the attachment

When you use the cradle, fit the attachment supplied with your Walkman. To install the attachment, fit the two tabs near the logo into the holes on the cradle first, then push the opposite side down into the cradle.

To remove the attachment, push strongly the concave part of attachment toward the rear of the cradle 1, then push strongly the area indicated by the mark (a a a) from above 2. (E)

Note

The shape of the attachment may be different, depending on your Walkman model.

Parts and controls

Refer to Illustration A.

1WM-PORT* connector for Walkman: To connect a Walkman to the cradle.

2AUDIO OUT jack: Outputs a line-level signal to a device such as an active speaker, using an optional audio cable.

3AUDIO IN jack: Accepts a line-level signal from a music player, such as a CD player, using an optional audio cable.

4LEVEL switch: Sets the recording level.

LEVEL[1](recording with the normal volume level): To record from the line out jack or headphone jack of a device such as a portable music player.

LEVEL[2](recording with the volume lowered): To record from the line out jack of a device that has a high sound output level, such as a component audio system.

(Using LEVEL[1] in this case may result in distortion of the audio signal.)

5WM-PORT jack for a computer: To connect the cradle to your computer using the USB cable (supplied with the Walkman).

Note

If a device other than a computer is to be connected, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device.

6DC IN jack: To connect the cradle to the AC adaptor (supplied) using the DC charging cord to charge the Walkman.

*WM-PORT is a dedicated multiple connector for connecting accessories to your Walkman.

Charging a Walkman

Refer to Illustration F.

1 Connect the smaller terminal (7) of the DC charging cord (supplied) to the DC IN jack (8) of the cradle.

2 Connect the larger terminal (9) of the DC charging cord to the AC adaptor (supplied).

3 Connect the AC power cord (supplied) to the AC adaptor (q;). 4 Connect the AC power cord to the wall outlet (qa).

5 Attach the Walkman to the WM-PORT connector on the top of the cradle (qf).

Charging starts. Charging time will vary, depending on the model of the Walkman. For details, refer to the Operation Guide of the Walkman.

Notes

Place the Walkman firmly into the cradle.

Do not connect anything to the AUDIO OUT jack of the cradle if you listen to songs using the headphones of the Walkman while charging. Otherwise, no sound is output from the headphone jack of the Walkman.

Connecting to a computer

Refer to Illustration F.

1 Connect the WM-PORT of the USB cable (supplied with the Walkman) to the WM-PORT on the back of the cradle (qs).

2 Connect the other end of the USB cable to your computer (qd). 3 Attach the Walkman to the cradle (qf).

Notes

Place the Walkman firmly into the cradle.

If the cradle is connected to a wall outlet, the Walkman will be charged from the wall outlet.

Even if the cradle is not connected to a wall outlet, the Walkman can be charged via the USB cable. If the cradle is connected to a laptop computer which is not connected to a wall outlet, the Walkman will deplete the battery of the laptop computer.

A Walkman will not be recognized by a computer if the cradle is connected to the computer by the DC charging cord.

If the Walkman is disconnected from the cradle while data is being transferred from the computer, attach the Walkman to the cradle and transfer the data again.

Do not disconnect the USB cable, DC charging cord and AC power cord while transferring data from the computer; otherwise the data transfer will be interrupted. If this occurs, detach the Walkman from the cradle, and transfer the data after attaching the Walkman to the cradle again.

Recording to a Walkman

Refer to Illustration F.

By connecting a music player, such as a CD player, to the AUDIO IN jack of the cradle by an optional audio cable (qg), you can record to the Walkman* attached to the cradle.

* Models that have a WM-PORT and recording functions only

1 Connect the music player to the AUDIO IN jack of the cradle with a suitable audio cable (sold separately).

2 Attach the Walkman to the cradle.

The recording procedure will vary depending on the model of the Walkman. For details, see the Operation Guide of the Walkman.

zHint

Sound levels during recording can be changed by setting the LEVEL switch. For details, refer to “LEVEL switch” under “Parts and controls”.

Note

If the audio cable is connected to the AUDIO OUT jack, sound during recording is output from an audio output device, such as an active speaker. If nothing is connected to the AUDIO OUT jack, sound during recording is output from the headphone jack of the Walkman.

Connecting to a device such as a speaker

Refer to Illustration F.

Using an optional audio cable (qh), you can connect the cradle to a device that outputs audio, such as an active speaker. Be sure to turn off all devices before connecting them.

1 Connect the device to the AUDIO OUT jack of the cradle with a suitable audio cable (sold separately).

2 Attach the Walkman to the cradle.

3 Start playback of the Walkman.

Notes

Connect the audio cable before starting playback on or recording to the Walkman. If you connect it after starting playback, sound may not be output from the AUDIO OUT jack. If this occurs, detach the Walkman from the cradle, and start playback after attaching the Walkman to the cradle again.

While the cradle is connected to the computer, sound may not be output from the AUDIO OUT jack of the cradle. If this occurs, disconnect the USB cable from the computer.

Sound from the computer is not output from the AUDIO OUT jack of the cradle.

While the cradle is connected to an audio output device, no sound is output from the headphone jack of the Walkman.

If the recording level of audio data played back on the Walkman is too high, the output sound quality from the Walkman via the cradle to a device, such as an active speaker, may not meet the user customized settings, e.g., “Equalizer” etc.

If you use a Walkman with a built-in FM tuner, you may not be able to hear the FM broadcast, or reception may be lowered substantially.

Specifications

Terminals

WM-PORT connector (22 pin) (For Walkman)

 

WM-PORT jack (22 pin) (For a computer)

 

AUDIO OUT (Stereo mini, 10kΩ)

Switch settings

AUDIO IN (Stereo mini), DC IN 5V

LEVEL 1/2

AC adaptor

DC 5V

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