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NW-E503/E505/E507

Operating Instructions

Network Walkman

Portable IC Audio Player

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WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table cloths, curtains, etc. And dont place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
For the customers in the United States

Owners Record

The model number and the serial number are located on the rear of the player (see page 8). Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No.

INFORMATION:

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 using 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 Services Center at 1-(866)-456-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Services Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL33913

Note on installation

If you use the unit at a place subject to static or electrical noise, the tracks transferring information may be corrupted. This would prevent successful transferring authorization on your computer.
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 city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable accessories: Headphones

For information on the FM tuner display, see FM Tuner (page 40).
Transferring audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman/ Charging
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).
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.
Import audio files into the SonicStage software. For details, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions.
Connect your Network Walkman to your computer and charge it. 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)
The Network Walkman is rechargeable when connected to a computer with the dedicated USB cable When the remaining battery indication of the display shows: , charging is complete (charging time is approx. 120 minutes*1). Fully charge the Network Walkman (to in the remaining battery indication of the display) before using it for the first time.

FULL FULL

*1 This is the approximate charging time when the battery power is low and the USB Bus Powered setting (page 38) is High-power 500mA under room temperature. The charging time will vary depending on remaining battery power and battery condition. If the battery is charged in a low-temperature environment, the charging time will be longer. It will also be longer if you transfer audio file(s) to your Network Walkman while charging.

Battery duration*2

ATRAC3 format: Approximately 50 hours ATRAC3plus format: Approximately 45 hours MP3 format: Approximately 40 hours FM radio reception: Approximately 22 hours *2 This is when the power save setting is normal (page 35). The battery duration will vary depending on temperature and usage.
On the remaining battery indication
The battery icon in the display changes as shown below.
The battery power gets low as shown in the battery icon. If LOW BATTERY is displayed, you cannot play back with the Network Walkman. In this case, charge the battery by connecting to your computer. Notes Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of between 5 to 35C (67 to 95F). The icon above USB Connect in the display is animated while your Network Walkman accesses the computer. Do not disconnect the USB cable when the icon is moving or 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.

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.
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 37) the Network Walkman.
Listening to music with your Network Walkman
Charge the built-in rechargeable battery before use (page 12) and transfer audio files to your Network Walkman.
Notes When using Network Walkman, be sure to disconnect it from the computer. For information on FM tuner operations, see FM Tuner (page 40).

Connect the headphones.

To use the headphones extension cord (NW-E505/E507)
Connect until it clicks into place.

to headphone jack

Extension headphone cord

Start playback.

If playback does not start
Make sure that the Shuttle switch is not set to HOLD (page 30).

1 Press the Nx button.

GROUP Normal HOLD 2 Press the VOL +/ button to adjust the volume.

To stop playback

Press the Nx button.

To adjust the volume

Shuttle switch
The volume can be set in the Preset and Manual (pages 33 to 34).
z Tip If the repeat mode (page 21) is not set, playback stops automatically after the last song is played.
You can switch the display to Power Save or Display OFF mode when you do not operate the unit for a while (page 35).
Searching for a song you want to listen to (SEARCH)
You can search for desired tracks to playback by the following 3 ways. Search by artist name ( Artist) Search by album name ( Album) Search by group* transferred from your computer with the SonicStage software ( Group)
* The audio files transferred from your computer with the SonicStage software are always grouped when transferred to the built-in flash memory.
On the search flow and Play Range
Press the SEARCH/MENU button to display the search menu screen. Proceed to the next stage by pressing the Nx button, and return to the previous stage by pressing the SEARCH/MENU button on the search menu screen. as shown in the illustration below) become a Play Range (coverage of The searched songs ( playback). If you do not set the repeat mode (page 21), playback will stop automatically at the end of the Play Range.

Track list (Play Range)

Search menu screen
All Track * Artist Album Group

Artist list

All Artist Artist1 Artist2
All tracks (artist order)

Track1 Track2 Track3

Album list of searched artist

All Album Album1 Album2

All tracks of the selected artist (album order)
Tracks in the selected album

Album list

All tracks (album order)

Group list

All Group Group1 Group2

All tracks (group order)

Tracks in the selected group
* When you select All Track, all track lists are displayed and the Play Range will be All.

Example of searching

1 Display the search menu screen to select Artist. 2 Select Artist B from the artist list. 3 Select Album5 from the album list of Artist B. The track list of Album5 is displayed. In this case, the track list becomes the Play Range. 4 Select Track15 from the track list. 5 Press the Nx button. Playback starts from Track15. Playback will stop automatically at the end of Track16 (in this case, the end of the Play Range).
All tracks in the built-in flash memory
Album Album 1 Album 1 Album 1 Album 2 Album 2 Album 2 Album 3 Album 3 Album 3 Album 4 Album 4 Album 4 Album 5 Album 5 Album 5 Album 5 Artist Artist A Artist A Artist A Artist A Artist A Artist A Artist B Artist B Artist B Artist C Artist C Artist D Artist A Artist B Artist B Artist B Track Track01 Track02 Track03 Track04 Track05 Track06 Track07 Track08 Track09 Track10 Track11 Track12 Track13 Track14 Track15 Track16

Album lists of Artist B

Artist Artist B Artist B Artist B Artist B Artist B Artist B Album Album 3 Album 3 Album 3 Album 5 Album 5 Album 5

Tracks in Album 5

Album Album 5 Album 5 Album 5 Track Track14 Track15 Track16
Searching by artist name and playing back the song

Nx button Shuttle switch

When you select All Artist at the top of the artist list and confirm it by pressing the Nx button, all track lists are displayed in order of artist name (the tracks of the same artist are displayed in the album order). The list displayed will be the Play Range. Proceed to step 5 and start playback.

to > to.

SEARCH/ MENU button
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the desired album and press the Nx button to confirm. The track lists of the selected artists album are displayed. The list displayed will be the Play Range.

Press the SEARCH/MENU button. The search menu screen is displayed.

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3

When you select All Album at the top of the album list and confirm it by pressing the Nx button, all track lists of the artist selected in step 3 are displayed album order. The list displayed will be the Play Range.

All Track Artist Album

Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Artist and press the Nx button to confirm. The artist lists are displayed.
All Artist Artist A Artist B
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the desired track and press the Nx button to confirm. The selected track will be played back. If you do not set the repeat mode (page 21), the playback will stop automatically at the end of the Play Range.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the desired artist and press the Nx button to confirm. The album lists for the selected artist are displayed.
To return to the previous stage
Press the SEARCH/MENU button. The screen returns to the playback screen by pressing the SEARCH/MENU button while the first stage of the search menu screen (the screen of step 1) is displayed.
All Album Album 1 Album 2
Searching by album name and playing back the song
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the desired album and press the Nx button to confirm. The track lists of the selected album are displayed. The list displayed will be the Play Range.
When you select All Album at the top of the album list and confirm it by pressing the Nx button, all track lists are displayed in the album order. The list displayed will be the Play Range.

to >

Rotate the Shuttle switch to select desired track and press the Nx button to confirm. The selected track will be played back. If you do not set the repeat mode (page 21), the playback will stop automatically at the end of the Play Range.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Album and press the Nx button to confirm. The album lists are displayed.
Searching by Group and playing back the song
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the desired Group and press the Nx button to confirm. The track lists of the selected Group are displayed. The list displayed will be the Play Range.
When you select All Group at the top of the group list and confirm it by pressing the Nx button, all track lists are displayed in the group order (the group of transferred from your computer). The list displayed will be the Play Range.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Group and press the Nx button to confirm. The Group lists are displayed.

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.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select a desired repeat mode and press the Nx button to confirm.
Track Rep A-B Rep Sentence Rep
You can choose one mode among Track Rep, A-B Rep, and Sentence Rep. 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).

REPEAT/SOUND button

Track Repeat icon
Press the SEARCH/MENU button repeatedly to exit menu mode.
Notes The display automatically returns to the 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 repeat mode will be canceled. When you change the Play Range, the selected repeat mode will be canceled. You can only select repeat mode from stop mode.
Select the Track Repeat mode (Track Rep) first (page 21). Then, press the REPEAT/SOUND button repeatedly to select the repeat mode you want.
Each press changes the Track Repeat icon as follows:
none (Normal play) (Repeat) (Single Repeat) (Shuffle Repeat)
Playing a specified section repeatedly (A-B Repeat)
While playing a track, you can set the start point (A) and end point (B) for a section you wish to play repeatedly.

Nx button

Press the REPEAT/SOUND button to set the end point (B). AtB is displayed and the specified section is played back repeatedly.

01:23 A B

Select the A-B Repeat mode (A-B Rep) (page 21). Press the Nx button to start playback. A t blinks. Press the REPEAT/SOUND button to set the start point (A) while playing back. A t is displayed and B blinks.
You cannot set A-B Repeat for a section that overlaps two or more tracks. If you do not set the end point (B), it is automatically set at the end of the track. Rotating the Shuttle switch releases the already set start point (A). Switching to the FM tuner releases the already set start point (A).
To clear the start point (A) and end point (B)
Press the REPEAT/SOUND button during A-B Repeat playback. Press the SEARCH/MENU button during A-B Repeat playback. Set the Shuttle switch to the GROUP position to select the Group Control Mode during A-B Repeat playback. Select the previous or next track by rotating the Shuttle switch during A-B Repeat playback. (The A-B Repeat mode is not canceled.)
To cancel the A-B Repeat mode
Change the Repeat mode in the menu screen (page 21).
Playing specified sentences repeatedly (Sentence Repeat)

B Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman
Adjusting the current time setting (Date-Time)
You can set and display (except in FM tuner) the current time.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Date-Time> and press the Nx button to confirm. The year digit is displayed in [ ].
Y M D h m [2005] 01 / : 00
Rotate the Shuttle switch to adjust the year setting and press the Nx button to confirm. The month digit is displayed in [ ].
Y M D h m 2005 [01]/ : 00
Press and hold the SEARCH/ MENU button for half a second while the audio player is stopped or receiving an FM signal. The menu screen is displayed.
As you did in step 3, adjust the settings for month, date, hour, and minute. After rotating the Shuttle switch to adjust the time and date setting, pressing the Nx button to confirm.
Limiting the volume (AVLS)
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.
To display the current time
Press the DISP/FM (Display/FM) button repeatedly until the Clock is displayed (page 26). Note, however, when the Clock is set to off in the Display Screen menu (page 27), you cannot display the current time by the procedure above. Notes You cannot change the display mode while using the FM tuner. If the unit is not used for a long time, your settings for date and time may need to be reset. If the current time is not set, the display for the date and time will show --.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select AVLS> and press the Nx button to confirm.

AVLS ON AVLS OFF

Setting the volume using the preset volume function (Volume Mode)
There are two modes to adjust the volume level. Manual Volume: Press the VOL +/ button to adjust the volume level from 0 to 31. Preset Volume: Press the VOL +/ button to set the volume level to any of 3 preset levels: Low, Mid, or High.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select AVLS ON and press the Nx button to confirm. The volume is kept at a moderate level.
To change the setting to OFF
Select AVLS OFF in step 3.
AVLS is displayed by pressing the VOL +/ button if the AVLS set to ON.
VOL +/ button SEARCH/ MENU button
Setting a volume level for preset mode (Preset Volume)

Switching to manual mode (Manual Volume)
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Volume Mode> and press the Nx button to confirm.
Manual Volume Preset Volume
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Preset Volume> and press the Nx button to confirm. The value of Low is displayed in [ ].

Low [ 5]

Mid 10

High 20

Set the volume levels for the 3 preset levels: Low, Mid, or High. 1 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the volume level for Low and press the Nx button to confirm. 2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the volume level for Mid and press the Nx button to confirm. 3 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the volume level for High and press the Nx button to confirm.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Manual Volume and press the Nx button to confirm. With this setting, you can adjust the volume level by pressing the VOL +/ button.
Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly to exit menu mode. Note If AVLS (page 32) is set, the actual volume may be lower than the settings. Releasing AVLS returns the volume to the preset level.
Saving power consumption (Power Save Mode)
You can set the Network Walkman to Power Save mode to turn off the display automatically when you do not operate the unit for a while (15 seconds). Normal: is animated while playing back music or receiving an FM signal (Power Save display).
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Power Save Mode>, and press the Nx button to confirm.

Save ON Save OFF

Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Save ON>, and press the Nx button to confirm. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the setting you want, and press the Nx button to confirm.
Super (Disp OFF): nothing in the display. This setting uses the least battery consumption.

Normal Super(Disp OFF )

To set the Power Save mode to OFF
Select Save OFF in Step 3.
The playback/FM tuner screen is always displayed when the Power Save mode is set to OFF.
Turning off the beep sound (Beep)
You can turn off the beep sounds of your Network Walkman.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Beep OFF, and press the Nx button to confirm.
To change the setting to ON
Select Beep ON in step 3.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Beep> and press the Nx button to confirm.

Beep ON Beep OFF

B Other functions
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.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Format> and press the Nx button to confirm.

Format OK? OK Cancel

Rotate the Shuttle switch to select OK and press the Nx button to confirm. Formatting. blinks and start formatting. When formatting is complete, Complete is displayed.

To cancel formatting

Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Cancel and press the Nx button to confirm in step 4. Note You cannot format memory while playing music.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Advanced Menu>, and press the Nx button to confirm.
Changing the USB connection setting (USB Bus Powered)
Depending on the computer you are using, if the power supply is insufficient, incomplete data transfer may occur from the computer to your Network Walkman. In this case, setting the USB connection (USB Bus Powered) to Low-power 100mA may improve data transfer.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select USB Bus Powered>, and press the Nx button to confirm. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select the setting you want and press the Nx button to confirm.
USB Bus Powered High-power500mA Low-power 100mA

z Tips

When you connect the Network Walkman to a notebook computer, connect the notebook computer to a power supply. The charging time will be longer if the USB Bus Powered is set to Low-power 100mA.
Displaying the player information (Information)
Information such as product name, built-in flash memory capacity, serial number and software version can be displayed.
Rotate the Shuttle switch to select Information>, and press the Nx button to confirm. Rotate the Shuttle switch to show the following information. 1: product name 2: built-in flash memory capacity 3: serial number 4: software version
Press the SEARCH/MENU button to return the screen to the previous stage. Press repeatedly until the normal screen is displayed.

B FM Tuner

Listening to FM Radio
You can listen to FM radio. Charge the built-in rechargeable battery before using the Network Walkman (page 12), and connect the headphones to the headphone jack.
1 Switching to the FM tuner
Press and hold the DISP/FM (Display/FM) button for half a second. The FM tuner screen is displayed and FM signals are received. FM tuner display*

90.00 MHz

Frequency
Preset number DISP/FM (Display/ FM) button

* Rotating and holding the Shuttle switch to > (or.) for one second tunes in the next (or previous) receivable broadcast station. If interference is prevalent and reception is too strong, press the REPEAT/SOUND button to set to LOCAL. Under normal conditions, press REPEAT/SOUND button again to set to DX.

Improving the reception

The headphones cord serves as the antenna, so extend it as far as possible.
Presetting desired broadcast stations
You can preset broadcast stations that FM Auto Preset misses (page 40).
To delete preset broadcast stations
Select the desired frequency. Press and hold the Nx button for half a second. Rotate the Shuttle switch to select OK, and press the Nx button to confirm. The preset broadcast station is deleted and the next one is displayed.
Select the desired frequency by Manual Tuning mode. Press and hold the Nx button for half a second.
You can preset up to 30 stations (P01 to P30). Note The preset number is always sorted from low to high frequency order.

B Other Information

Precautions

On installation

Never use your Network Walkman where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture, or vibration. Never leave the Network Walkman exposed to high temperature, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.
Warning If there is lightning when you are using your Network Walkman, take off the headphones immediately.

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 On heat build-up
Heat may build up in your Network Walkman while charging if it was used for an extended period of time. Clean your Network Walkman casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution. Clean the headphone plug periodically.
Note 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.

On the headphones

Road Safety 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. 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.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your Network Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
When disposing of your Network Walkman
This Network Walkman has a built-in Lithium-Ion battery. When you dispose of the Network Walkman, be sure to dispose of it properly.
Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority.

4 Remove the connector.

5 Remove the board.

6 Remove the battery.

Note Never disassemble your Network Walkman except when disposing of it.
To remove the Lithium-Ion battery
1 Remove the screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
For the customers in the USA and Canada

2 Remove the cover A.

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

3 Remove the cover B.

Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using your Network Walkman, use this troubleshooting guide to help to remedy the problem prior to consulting 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, press the reset button for more than one second with a pointed tool. z Tip
Any audio files stored in the memory will not be erased by pressing the reset button.

Reset button

What happened?

On operating

Symptom There is no sound. Noise is generated. Cause/Remedy 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. The Shuttle switch is set to the HOLD position. c Set the Shuttle switch to the center (normal) position (page 30). Your Network Walkman contains moisture condensation. c Wait a few hours to let your Network Walkman dry. The remaining battery power is insufficient. c Charge the battery (page 12). The Play Range is shortened. c Select All Track in the search menu screen (page 15).

Buttons do not work.

The transferred songs cannot be found.
Symptom The volume is not loud enough. There is no sound from the right channel of the headphones.
Cause/Remedy The AVLS is enabled. c Disable the AVLS (page 32). The headphone jack is not fully inserted. c Connect the headphone jack fully (page 14). The extension headphone cord is not properly connected to the headphone jack of your Network Walkman or the headphone cord (NW-E505/E507). c Connect them properly (page 14). The remaining battery power is insufficient. c Charge the battery (page 12).
Playback has stopped suddenly.

On the display window

Symptom s is displayed for a title. Cause/Remedy Characters that cannot be displayed on your Network Walkman are involved. c Use the supplied SonicStage software to rename the title with appropriate characters.

On charging the battery

Symptom Battery life is short. Cause/Remedy The operating temperature is below 5C (67F). c Battery life becomes shorter due to the battery characteristics. This is not malfunction. The battery is required to be replaced. c Consult your near Sony dealer. Battery charging time is not enough. c Charge the battery longer if the USB connection (USB Bus Powered) is set to Low-power 100mA (page 38).
On the connection with the computer or supplied software
Symptom The software cannot be installed. USB Connect is not displayed when connected to the computer with the dedicated USB cable. Cause/Remedy An operating system not compatible with the software is used. c For details, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions. 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. 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 Network Walkman USB connection (USB Bus Powered) is set to High-power 500mA. c Set the USB Bus Powered to Low-power 100mA (page 38). The dedicate USB cable is disconnected. c Connect the dedicated USB cable. The driver for the Network Walkman is not installed. c Install the driver for the Network Walkman by installing the SonicStage software on the supplied CD-ROM. The driver will be installed together with SonicStage. 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.

NO DATA

There are no audio files in the built-in flash memory. 30 broadcast stations are already preset.

PRESET FULL

USB Connect
Your Network Walkman is connected to a computer.
Icon animates from left to right: Accesses to the built-in flash memory is in progress.
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 37).

Specifications

Maximum recording time (Approx.) NW-E503
ATRAChr. 10 min. (132 kbps) 5 hr. 20 min. (105 kbps) 8 hr. 30 min. (66 kbps) MPhr. 10 min. (256 kbps) 4 hr. 20 min. (128 kbps) ATRAC3plus 2 hr. 10 min. (256 kbps) 8 hr. 40 min. (64 kbps) 11 hr. 40 min. (48 kbps)

Sampling frequency

ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, MP3: 44.1 kHz
Audio compression technology
Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3 (ATRAC3) Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3plus (ATRAC3plus) MPEG1 Audio Layer-3 (MP3): 32 to 320 kbps, variable bit rate-compliant

Frequency response

20 to 20,000 Hz (single signal measurement)

FM Frequency range

Overseas model: 76.0 to 108.0 MHz Other models: 87.5 to 108.0 MHz

NW-E505

ATRAChr. 30 min. (132 kbps) 10 hr. 40 min. (105 kbps) 17 hr. 00 min. (66 kbps) MPhr. 20 min. (256 kbps) 8 hr. 50 min. (128 kbps) ATRAC3plus 4 hr. 20 min. (256 kbps) 17 hr. 30 min. (64 kbps) 23 hr. 30 min. (48 kbps)

IF (FM)

225 kHz

Antenna

Headphone cord antenna

Interface

Headphone: Stereo mini USB

NW-E507

ATRAChr. 00 min. (132 kbps) 21 hr. 40 min. (105 kbps) 34 hr. 10 min. (66 kbps) MPhr. 50 min. (256 kbps) 17 hr. 40 min. (128 kbps) ATRAC3plus 8 hr. 50 min. (256 kbps) 35 hr. 00 min. (64 kbps) 47 hr. 00 min. (48 kbps)
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N)
80 dB or more (excluding ATRACkbps)

Dynamic range

85 dB or more (excluding ATRACkbps)

Operating temperature

5C to 35C (67F to 95F)

Power source

NW-E507
Network Walkman Digital Music Player

Step-up Feature

1GB1 Built-In Memory / Stores 695 Songs2 Built in FM Tuner 3-Line Organic Electroluminescence Display (Displays Song Title, Length, Battery Indicator and much more) Quick Battery Charge (3 Minute Charge = 3 Hours Playback)3 Time/Calender Display Smart Clip Supplied One Handed Jog Dial Operation Up to 50 Hours4 of Playback Life with Rechargeable Embedded Battery Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3/ATRAC3plus Audio Formats Supports WMA, WAV Audio Formats5 Transfer Personal Downloaded Music and CD Recordings Skip Proof Design-No Moving Parts Connects to USB Port for High Speed Data Transfer w.Earbuds Supplied Multi Language Display Bass and Treble Equalizer Compatible with the Connect Music Store Music Management Software Supplied

New Feature

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features

UPC Code: 0272426686830 specifications
1GB Built-In Memory which stores 695 songs on the device. Built in FM Tuner Provides accurate drift-free tuning of FM stereo radio stations. Presents allow the user to skip directly to the most listened to stations. 3-Line Organic Electroluminescence Display (Displays Song Title, Length, Battery Indicator and much more) The 3-line display offers a wide viewing angle, high quality display with a unique look. View information about the music, settings or time/calendar in any lighting condition. Quick Battery Charge3 A three minute charge will provide up to three hours of playback. Time/Calendar Display View current time and date. Smart Clip Supplied The included multi-purpose clip will attach to both the music player and belts, bags, pockets and many other surfaces. One Handed Jog Dial Operation Access your information on the fly with the easy-to-use Jog Dial navigator. One handed/finger operation allows the user to simply simply scroll and click. The information and operation is truly at their fingertips. Up to 50 Hours4 of Playback Life with Rechargeable Embedded Battery Internal battery provides up to 50 hours of continuous playback on each charge. Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3/ATRAC3plus Audio Formats For customers who already have extensive music libraries, use the included software and hardware to store and play back their collection of MP3s. For the customer who is just getting into digital music and downloading, Sony's ATRAC format provides higher sound quality with smaller sizes than many competing formats. This enables the user to store more music and have longer listening times. Supports WMA, WAV Audio Formats5 The Network Walkman player plays back ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus format and MP3 files, and supports WMA and WAV. Transfer Personal Downloaded Music and CD Recordings between your CDs and your PC, creating your own music mixes for on-the-go enjoyment. Skip Proof Design-No Moving Parts for uninterrupted playback even while carrying the Network Walkman player during active uses. Connects to USB Port for High Speed Data Transfer After mixes have been created in the jukebox, they are easily transferred at high speed to the device. Multi Language Display Displays encoded text in English and foreign languages that can include the artist name, disc name, and/or track name. Compatible with the Connect Music Store Offers one of the most extensive music collections online. Unique features such as Moodmix, Connect Sets and live radio, make this a choice destination for customers looking to expand their music collection. It's easy to discover, find and purchase single tracks or entire albums. Choose from top hits and tracks from independent artists. Music Management Software Supplied Import, manage and easily transfer your digital music collections with the supplied music management software.
1. User available memory (Stereo Mini Jack) Output(s): Headphone = 1,022,066,688 bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions.

Input(s): USB be in super power save mode when playing back in ATRAC3plus @ 105kbps. 3. Display must
4 BatteryinLife (Approx.): Up to 50 Hours of Playback with embedded lithium ion battery usage playing ATRAC3 @ 105kbps and normal power save mode. Actual battery life may vary based on
2. Calculated on 4 minutes per song in ATRAC3plus @ 48kbps.
4. Up to 50 hours continuous playback with built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery (fully charged) when patterns.
Weight: 1.66 oz (47 g) with conversion to ATRAC3 format. 5. Supports unsecured files Dimensions (WHD): 3 1/3 x 1 2/15 x 6/11" (84.9 x 28.8 x 13.9mm)
2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction Color: Silver in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, Connect, Jog Dial, Network Walkman, SonicStage and Walkman are trademarks of Sony.
Supplied Accessories: SonicStagechange without notice. Features and specifications are subject to Software
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are Headphones (MDR-E808) approximate.
USB Cable UPC Code: 0272426686830
1. User available memory = 1,022,066,688 bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions. 2. Calculated on 4 minutes per song in ATRAC3plus @ 48kbps. 3. Display must be in super power save mode when playing back in ATRAC3plus @ 105kbps. 4. Up to 50 hours continuous playback with built-in Electronics, Inc. 16450 West Bernardo when San Sony lithium-ion rechargeable battery (fully charged) Drive playing in ATRAC3 @ 105kbps and normal power save mode. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns. 5. Supports unsecured files with conversion to ATRAC3 format. 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, Connect, Jog Dial, Network Walkman, SonicStage and Walkman are trademarks of Sony. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

specifications

Output(s): Headphone (Stereo Mini Jack) Input(s): USB
4 Battery Life (Approx.): Up to 50 Hours of Playback with embedded lithium ion battery
Weight: 1.66 oz (47 g) Dimensions (WHD): 3 1/3 x 1 2/15 x 6/11" (84.9 x 28.8 x 13.9mm) Color: Silver Supplied Accessories: SonicStage Software Headphones (MDR-E808) USB Cable
Available in different colors & capacities
Sony Electronics, Inc. 16450 West Bernardo Drive San Diego, CA 92127 1-800-222-7669 www.sony.com

Last Updated 2005-03-30