Hints about transferring music
For details on operating Windows Media Player 11, refer to the Help of the software or visit the following website: http://www.support.microsoft.com/
Notes about transferring music
When you transfer songs from Windows Media Player 11 to the player, you cannot use Content Transfer.
You cannot operate the player during USB connection.
Do not disconnect the USB cable while the status lamp blinks brightly. Otherwise, data being transferred or stored on the player may be damaged.
If you transfer songs using Windows Media Player 11, the songs will not be analyzed by 12 TONE ANALYSIS. The 12 TONE ANALYSIS function is loaded with Content Transfer, which can analyze the sound patterns of songs.
You cannot delete the transferred songs on the player directly. When you delete songs from the player, use the software you used to transfer the songs, or Windows Explorer.
Hints about playing music
When playback of the last song is finished, the player automatically restarts playback from the first song and continues in sequential order.
The playback time of the song clips is set to “Zappin short” by default. You can change the setting to “Zappin long.”
If you turn off the player by uniting the left and right parts during ZAPPIN playback, the player starts ZAPPIN playback the next time that you turn on and start playback.
Songs stored on the player are played back in the order of the file or folder names (in numerical or alphabetical order). Also, in the overall hierarchy of all files and folders, songs belonging to each folder are played back in their hierarchical order. If you rename the files or folders on the player, the playback order of the songs can be changed. However, the renamed files or folders on the player are recognized as different from those of the original name, so the files or folders of the original name are transferred to the player again.
On other operations
Adjusting the volume
Adjust the volume with the VOL+/- button. The volume can be adjusted in 31 steps: from 0 to 30. “15” is set by default. If you turn off the player or stop playback with the volume set to “0,” the volume will be automatically set to “1” when you start playback next time.
Limiting the volume (AVLS (volume limit))
If you set AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to on, you can limit the maximum volume to prevent auditory disturbance or distraction, and listen to music at a comfortable volume level.
AVLS is set to off by default.1Unite the left and right parts to turn off the player.2Separate the left and right parts.3Press and hold the jog dial for about 5 seconds while pressing the VOL+
button, until the status lamp lights.The status lamp turns off when you release the jog dial and the VOL+ button. The OPR lamp blinks green 2 times and AVLS is set to on.
The volume is kept to a moderate level.
To return the setting of AVLS to off, repeat steps 1 to 3. When AVLS is set to off, the OPR lamp blinks red 2 times in step 3.
Installing Content Transfer
Content Transfer can transfer songs from the computer to the player. You can use iTunes or Windows Explorer by dragging and dropping songs to Content Transfer. Before transferring songs using iTunes or Windows Explorer, install Content Transfer to the computer as follows:
1Connect the player to the computer by using the stand.2Select “start” - “My Computer” - “WALKMAN
3
The install wizard of Content Transfer starts. Install Content Transfer to the computer by following the
Using Content Transfer
You can transfer songs using iTunes or Windows Explorer by dragging and dropping to Content Transfer.
NotesContent Transfer cannot transfer DRM songs to the player.
You cannot delete the transferred songs on the player directly. When you delete songs from the player, use Content Transfer.
Transferring songs from iTunes through Content Transfer
Drag and drop the songs that you want to transfer to Content Transfer. For details on the operation of iTunes, refer to the Help of the software.
NoteFor details on restrictions on transferring songs from iTunes, visit the support web sites ( “Customer support web sites”).
Transferring songs using Windows ExplorerThere are 2 ways to transfer songs using Windows Explorer as follows:Drag and drop songs that you want to transfer to Content Transfer.Drag and drop songs directly to “My Computer” – “WALKMAN NWZ- W202” – “Storage Media.”
Notes
The songs transferred directly by dragging and dropping to the player are not analyzed through 12 TONE ANALYSIS.
The folders up to the 8th level under “Storage Media” can be recognized.
Formatting the player
If you format the player, all data will be erased and all settings will be returned to the default status.
Notes
Formatting is only available when the player does not playback.
If the OPR lamp lights red due to low remaining battery power, the player cannot be formatted.
All data stored on the player will be erased.
The Content Transfer software included with the player will also be deleted. If necessary, download Content Transfer from the customer support web site.
1Unite the left and right parts to turn off the player.
2Separate the left and right parts.
3Press and hold the jog dial for about 15 seconds until the status lamp
blinks quickly.Release the jog dial. The OPR lamp lights red.
The status lamp turns off. The OPR lamp lights alternately green and red each time you rotate the jog dial.
5Press the jog dial while the OPR lamplights green.The OPR lamp blinks green quickly and formatting is executed. When the OPR lamp turns off, formatting is complete.
If you press the jog dial while the OPR lamp lights red, or if 30 seconds have passed, formatting will be canceled.
Upgrading the player’s firmware
You can update the player’s firmware, allowing you to add new features to the player. For details about the latest firmware information and how to install it, visit the customer support web site.
1Download the update program to the computer from the web site.
2Connect the player to the computer by using the stand, and then start up the update program.
3Follow theBefore updating the firmware, check the player’s information, such as the model name, etc. To check the information, connect the player to the computer by using the stand, and open “information. txt” in “My Computer” – “WALKMAN
Registering your product
To facilitate customer support, such as the player’s firmware upgrade service, please register your product.*1 Open the folder of your country/region’s name in: “My Computer” – “WALKMAN
–“Storage Media” – “Support” folder, then
*1 The serial number provided for this player is required for your product registration. The number is shown on the rear of the player.
*2 Name of country/region is displayed in the place of “XX.”
Troubleshooting
If the player does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue.
1Find the symptoms of the issue in “Symptoms and remedies,” and try any corrective actions listed.
2Connect the player to the computer by using the stand to charge the
battery.You may be able to resolve some issues by charging the battery.
3Press the RESET button with a small pin, etc., only when playback is
stopped.If you press the RESET button while operating the player, stored data and settings on the player may be deleted.
5If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptoms and remedies
The player cannot charge the battery.The player is not connected to the supplied stand properly.
Disconnect the USB connection, and then reconnect it.
Use the supplied stand.
The battery is charged in an ambient temperature out of the range of 5 °C (41 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F).
Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of 5 °C (41 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F).
The computer is not on.
Turn on the computer.
The computer has entered sleep or hibernation status.
Release the computer from sleep or hibernation status.
If the symptom that you encountered does not apply to those listed above, press the RESET button, and then reconnect the USB connection.
Charging completes very quickly.If the battery is already almost fully charged when charging begins, little time is needed to reach full charge.
The player does not turn on.The left and right parts of the player are united.
Separate them and press the jog dial.
The remaining battery power is insufficient.
Charge the battery by connecting the player to the computer (“Charging the player” on the front side).
The player takes a long time to start.It may take time to start if many files or folders are stored. While starting, the player makes the startup sound.
The OPR lamp blinks red, a long beep is heard, and the player does not turn on.Remaining battery is low.
Recharge the battery (“Charging the player” on the front side).
The OPR lamp lights red, a short
Formatting the player failed to complete, or you formatted the player on the computer.
Retry formatting the player (“Formatting the player”).
Battery life is short.The operating temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F).
Battery life becomes shorter due to the battery characteristics. This is not a malfunction.
Battery charging time is not sufficient.
Charge the battery until the status lamp lights. The status lamp blinks slowly during charging.
You have not used the player for a prolonged period.
The efficiency of the battery will be improved by repeatedly charging and discharging it.
When usable battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery fully, the battery should be replaced.
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Songs cannot be transferred to the player.The player is not connected to the supplied stand properly.
Disconnect the USB connection, and then reconnect it.
There is not enough free space in the
Transfer any unnecessary data back to the computer to increase free space.
The maximum number of songs that can be transferred to the player is 2,000.
You cannot transfer files with formats not playable on the player.
Transfer files in a playable format ( “Supported file format”).
Songs 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.
The player is connected to the computer via USB connection.
You cannot operate the player while it is connected to the computer.
Songs are played back in a different order from the playlist.Transferred songs of the playlist are played back in the order according to the player’s rule, not in
the song order of the playlist (“Hints about playing music”).
The OPR lamp lights red, a short
There is no song that can be played on the player.
Transfer data to the player.
You are trying to play an unsupported format or DRM file.
Transfer files in a playable format ( “Supported file format”). If files that cannot be played are unnecessary, delete them from the player.
There is no sound.The volume level is set to zero. Turn the volume up.
The volume is not loud enough.AVLS is set to on.
Change the setting of AVLS to off ( “Limiting the volume (AVLS (volume limit))”).
The OPR lamp lights red while playing back and the voice guidance of “EXPIRED” is heard.
The playback limitation period of the song has expired, or the playback limitation count has been reached, based on subscription conditions, etc.
Visit the distributor’s website from which you purchased the song, and update it.
If the song is unnecessary, delete it from the player.
The most melodic and rhythmical clip of a song is not played back in ZAPPIN playback.
The song was not analyzed by the 12 TONE ANALYSIS.
Transfer songs using Content Transfer which will analyze songs by 12 TONE ANALYSIS.
Check that 12 TONE ANALYSIS is set to “Automatic” or “Always ON.”
Precautions
The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.
NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
If you have any questions about this product:Visit: www.sony.com/walkmansupport
Contact: Sony Customer Information Service Center at
Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: | SONY |
Model No.: | |
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. | |
Address: | 16530 Via Esprillo, San |
| Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. |
Telephone Number:
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.
Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the back of the player. Record them in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers in the spaces whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ________________________
Serial No. ________________________
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,
At high volume, prolonged listening to the personal audio player can damage the user’s hearing.
Information for safety
On charging the batteryDo not leave the player connected for extended periods to a laptop computer that is not connected to AC power, because the player may discharge the computer’s battery.
Charging time may vary, depending on the conditions under which you use the battery.
If you do not intend to use the player for over half a year, charge the battery at least once per 6 to 12 months for the battery maintenance.
On safetyBe sure not to
Do not touch the rechargeable battery with bare hands if it is leaking. Since battery liquid may remain in the player, consult your nearest Sony dealer if the battery has leaked. If the liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes as it may lead to blindness. Wash out your eyes with clean water, and consult a doctor.
Also, if the liquid gets on to your body or clothes, wash it off immediately. If you do not, it may cause burns or injury. If you get burned or injured by the liquid from the battery, consult a doctor.
Do not pour water or put any foreign object in the player. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
If this occurs, turn off the player immediately, and consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center.
Do not put the player into fire.
Do not take apart or remodel the player. Doing so can result in electric shock. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center for exchange of rechargeable batteries, internal checks or repair.
On installationDo not put any heavy object on top of the player or apply a strong shock to the player. It may cause a malfunction or damage.
Never use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. The player may become discolored, distorted or damaged.
Never leave the player exposed to high temperature, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
Do not leave the player in a place subject to excessive dust.
Do not leave the player on an unstable surface or in an inclined position.
If the player causes interference to radio or television reception, turn the player off and move it away from the radio or television.
Do not expose the player to water. The player is not waterproof. Remember to follow the precautions below.
–Be careful not to drop the player into a sink or other container filled with water.
–Do not use the player in humid locations or bad weather, such as in the rain or snow.
–Do not get the player wet.
If you touch the player with wet hands, or put the player in a damp article of clothing, the player may get wet and this may cause a malfunction of the player.
If you want to separate the left and right parts of the player, make sure to hold them each. Pulling the neckband may cause damage to the neckband.
The earbuds may deteriorate due to
When keeping the player stored on the supplied stand, put the stand on a flat place, and avoid shock.
Do not put any cards such as cash cards or credit cards with magnetic coding near the player whenever the player is not stored in the supplied holder. Otherwise, your cards may become impaired due to the player’s magnetic effect.
Note on static electricityIn particularly dry air conditions, mild tingling may be felt on your ears. This is a result of static electricity accumulated in the body, and not a malfunction of the player.
The effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural materials.
On heatHeat may build up in the player while charging if it is used for an extended period of time.
On safe listeningDo not use the player while operating a motorized vehilcle; it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
Road safety
Avoid listening to the player in situations where hearing must not be impaired.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using the player 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. Do not turn the volume up high all at once. Turn
up the volume gradually so that loud sound will not hurt your ears.
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 the player, take off the player immediately.
If you experience an allergic reaction to the player, stop using them at once and contact a doctor.
On the useDo not use this player while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Refrain from using the player according to the
Note that condensation may form temporarily in cases such as when the player is moved quickly from a
If condensation forms in the player, leave it turned off until the condensation disappears. If you use the player with condensation present, a malfunction may result.
On cleaningClean the player’s case with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses.
If the player’s case becomes very dirty, clean it with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution.
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 case.
Be careful not to let water get into the player from the opening near the connector.
To clean the earbuds, remove them from the player, and hand wash with a mild detergent solution. Dry off sufficiently before use after washing.
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 to which it is so designated.
Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the software specifications may be changed without notice.
Operation of this player with software other than that provided is not covered by the warranty.
The ability to display the languages on supplied software will depend on the installed OS on your computer. For better results, please ensure that the installed OS is compatible with the desired language you want to display.
–We do not guarantee all the languages will be able to be displayed properly on the supplied software.
–
The explanations in this manual assume that you are familiar with the basic operations of Windows.
For details on the use of your computer and operating system, please refer to the respective manuals.
The recorded song is limited to private use only. Use of the song 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 player or computer.
About sample data*1The player is
If you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it, and we will not supply any replacement data.
*1 In some countries/regions some sample data is not installed.
Specifications
Supported file formatAudio Formats (Codec)Media File format: MP3
File extension: .mp3
MP3Bit rate: 32 to 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))
Sampling frequency*1: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
Media File format: ASF file format
File extension: .wma
Bit rate: 32 to 192 kbps
WMA(Supports variable bit rate (VBR))
Sampling frequency*1:
44.1 kHz
* Compatible with WM- DRM 10
Media File format: MP4 file format
File extension: .mp4, .m4a
Bit rate: 16 to 320 kbps
Sampling frequency*1: 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
Media File format: Wave- Riff file format
Linear PCMFile extension: .wav Bit rate: 1,411 kbps
Sampling frequency*1: 44.1 kHz
*1 Sampling frequency may not correspond to all encoders.
*2 Copyright protected
*3
Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.)
The approximate times are based on the case in which you transfer only 4 minutes songs in the MP3 format. Other playable audio file format song numbers and times may differ from MP3 format.
| Bit rate | Songs | Time |
48 kbps | 1,285 | 85 hr. 40 min. |
64 kbps | 965 | 64 hr. 20 min. |
128 kbps | 480 | 32 hr. 00 min. |
256 kbps | 240 | 16 hr. 00 min. |
320 kbps | 190 | 12 hr. 40 min. |
Type: Closed, dynamic
Driver unit: 13.5 mm, dome type (CCAW adopted)
Capacity (User available capacity)*12 GB (Approx. 1.73 GB = 1,858,600,960 bytes)
*1 Available storage capacity of the player may vary.
A portion of the memory is used for data management functions.
InterfaceUSB
5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
Power source
USB power (from a computer via the supplied stand)
Charging timeApprox. 1.5 hours
Quick charge
Approx. 3 minutes charge enables up to approx. 90 minutes playback.
Battery life (continuous playback)The time below may differ depending on ambient temperature or the status of use.
Playback at MP3 128 kbps: Approx. 12 hours
Playback at WMA 128 kbps: Approx. 10 hours
Playback at
Playback at Linear PCM 1,411 kbps: Approx. 10 hours
MassApprox. 35 g (Approx. 1.3 oz)
System requirementsComputer
IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the following Windows operating systems*1:
Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later) / Windows Vista Home Basic (Service Pack 1) / Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1) / Windows Vista Business (Service Pack 1) / Windows Vista Ultimate (Service Pack 1)
Not supported by 64 bit version OS. Not supported by OSs other than above.
*1 Excluding OS Versions not supported by Microsoft. CPU: Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher
RAM: 256 MB or more (for Windows XP), 512 MB or more (for Windows Vista)
Hard Disk drive: 380 MB or more of available space Sound board
Display:
Screen Resolution: 800 × 600 pixels (or higher) (recommended 1,024 × 768 or higher)
Colors: 8 bit or higher (16 bit recommended) USB port
Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher and Windows Media Player 11 are required.
Adobe Flash Player 8 or higher needs to be installed. Broadband Internet connection is required to use
Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) or to visit the web site.
We do not guarantee operation for all computers even if they meet the above System Requirements.
Not supported by the following environments:
Personally constructed computers or operating systems An environment that is an upgrade of the original
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
If you have any questions or issues with this product, or would like information on compatible items with this product, use a shortcut file to access to your country/region’s customer support web site in the player’s memory. Open the folder of your country/region’s name in: “My Computer” – “WALKMAN
*Name of country/region is displayed in the place of “XX.”
If you do not use the shortcut files, visit one of the following web sites.
For customers in the USA, visit: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada, visit: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ For customers in Europe, visit:
For customers in other countries/regions, visit:
For customers who purchased the overseas models, visit: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/