Sonys latest Walkman MP3 player styles up with adjustable colour panels and quick charging for music lovers on the move
Sony styles up with new Walkman MP3 players
Auckland, 13 August 2008 The compact new NWDE025F Walkman MP3 player from Sony New Zealand focuses on fashion with a replaceable Style-Up colour panel that lets users change the colour of their Walkman to suit their wardrobe and mood. Effortlessly combining form with function, this new Walkman series is available in 2GB models, and can store up to an impressive 1,350 songs or 90 hours worth of music. Colour options aplenty The new NWDE025F Walkman is supplied with Sonys new Style-Up panels that are available in five different sets: Pure White and Precious Gold Luxury Pink and Jewel Pink Ocean Blue and Forest Green Urban Black and Shiny Silver Blazing Red and Indigo Blue
In addition, users can choose from 5 optional Style-Up panels to complement their varied lifestyles. More than a pretty face This NWDE025F series is not just aesthetically pleasing. It combines innovative features such as Sonys Quick Charge and Clear Audio technology to ensure that this Walkman MP3 player can deliver the sound quality that Sony is famous for. Sonys Quick Charge function is engineered to suit today's mobile music fans. Users are able to charge the player for three hours worth of playback in just three minutes. On a full charge of an hour, the NWDE025F model will also deliver up to 28 hours of continuous playback1. With two of Sony's Clear Audio technologies, Clear Bass and Clear Stereo, the NWDE025F promises high-quality stereo sound with no signal leakage from left or right channels and true bass reproduction without distortion.

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Sony understands New Zealand consumers want slim and stylish mobile music companions that perfectly complement their multi-faceted and busy lifestyles, says Ms. Stephanie Thiebault, Product Manager for Personal Audio at Sony New Zealand. The NWDE025F series is perfectly designed with replaceable colour panels and high quality sound features to address this. Easy track control and navigation To complete the mobile music experience, the NWDE025F Walkman offers a simple dragand-drop interface and direct USB outlet to allow for easy computer connection and music transfer. Similar to its predecessor models, this new series is equipped with a FM tuner and 3-line colour LCD display, letting users enjoy the best of both music worlds as well as convenient song navigation. The NWD-E025F series also supports the open audio formats of MP3, security-enhanced Windows Media Audio (WMA), non-secure AAC and Linear PCM, enhancing file compatibility. Versatile applications In addition to the optional Style-Up panels, owners of the new NWDE025F series can also purchase a matching armband for use at the gym, or connect one of Sonys wide range of noise-cancelling headphones for comfortable travel free from unwanted noise. Availability The Walkman NWDE025F series is available from selected retailers and Sony Style stores now. ### Specifications Model name Capacity Memory Supported file formats Audio Formats (Codec) File extension:.mp3 Bit rate: 32 to 320kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequency *2: 32, 44.1, 48kHz File extension:.wma Bit rate: 32 to 192kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequency *2: 44.1kHz *2 Compatible with WM-DRM 10 File extension:.mp4,.m4a,.3gp Bit rate: 16 to 320kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))*3 Sampling frequency *2: 8,11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48kHz File extension:.wav Bitrate: 1411kbps Sampling frequency *2: 44.1kHz NWDE025F NWDE025F 2GB (Approx. 1.89 GB = 2,035,974,144 bytes)*1 Flash

AAC-LC*2

Linear PCM
Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.) Bit Rate 48 kbps Songs 685 Time 45 hr. 40 min. Songs 1,350 Time 90 hr. 00 min.

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64 kbps 66 kbps 96 kbps 128 kbps 132 kbps 160 kbps 192 kbps 256 kbps 320 kbps 352 kbps 1,411 kbps (Linear-PCM) Maximum number of files Maximum number of folders Total maximum number of files and folders under one folder Features Output Frequency response FM radio Preset FM Frequency range IF (FM) Antenna Interface Operating temperature Power source Charging time

23 2,048 files

34 hr. 00 min. 33 hr. 20 min. 22 hr. 40 min. 17 hr. 00 min. 16 hr. 40 min. 13 hr. 40 min. 11 hr. 20 min. 8 hr. 20 min. 6 hr. 40 min. 6 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 30 min.
66 hr. 40 min. 66 hr. 20 min. 45 hr. 20 min. 34 hr. 20 min. 33 hr. 00 min. 27 hr. 20 min. 22 hr. 40 min. 17 hr. 00 min. 13 hr. 40 min. 12 hr. 20 min. 3 hr. 00 min.
1,024 folders Approx. 300
5 mW + 5 mW (16 ) 20 to 20,000 Hz (when playing data file, single signal measurement) 30 presets 87.5 to 108.0 MHz 375 kHz Headphone cord antenna Headphone: Stereo mini Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) 5 C to 35 C (41 F to 95 F) Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery USB power (from a computer through a USB connector of the player) Approx. 60 minutes (USB-based charging) Playback at MPkbps Playback at WMA 128 kbps Playback at AAC 128 kbps Playback at LinearPCM 1,411 kbps At receiving FM broadcasting Approximately 28 hours Approximately 24 hours Approximately 28 hours Approximately 25 hours Approximately 10 hours

Battery life

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Display Dimension (w/h/d, projecting parts not included) Dimension (w/h/d) Mass
3-line Color LCD 81.9 22.1 13.8 mm (3 1/4 7/8 9/16 inches) 83.7 22.3 16.2 mm (3 3/8 29/32 21/32 inches) Approx. 28 g (Approx. 0.99 oz) Computer: IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the following Windows operating systems: Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows Vista Home Basic Windows Vista Home Premium Windows Vista Business Windows Vista Ultimate Not supported by 64 bit version OS. Not supported by OSs other than above. CPU: Pentium III 450 MHz or higher (For Windows Vista, Pentium III 800 MHz or higher) RAM: 128 MB or more (For Windows Vista, 512 MB or more) Hard Disk Drive: 200 MB or more of available space (1.5 GB or more is recommended)

System Requirements

*1 Available storage capacity of the player may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. *2. Copyright protected files cannot be played back. Sampling frequency may not correspond to all encoders. *3. Non-standard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the sampling frequency. *4. The approximate times of the maximum recordable number of songs and time are based on a transferred 4-minute MP3 or Linear-PCM format song. Other playable audio file format song numbers and times may differ from MP3 or Linear-PCM format. *5. The times for battery life are approximated when Power Save Mode is set to Save ON Super, and Sound Clear Stereo and Dynamic Normalizer are deactivated. The time below may differ depending on ambient temperature or the status of use. *6. More storage space may be required, depending on the version of the operating system. *7. Additional storage space on your system is required for storing music data.

Media Enquiries Emma Darwen Communications & Events Executive Media Counsel DDI: +Facsimile: +Mobile: 5361 Email: edarwen@mediacounsel.co.nz About Sony Sony manufactures audio, video, communications and information technology products for the global consumer and professional markets. Sony New Zealand Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation, is responsible for the companys electronics business in New Zealand.

Operation Guide

NWD-E023F / E025F

2008 Sony Corporation

3-875-124-11 (1)
Table of Contents Menu Index

About the Manuals

The following manuals are supplied with the player. Additionally, after connecting the player, you can refer to the help provided within the software. Quick Start Guide explains set up, enabling you to import songs to a computer, and to transfer them to the player. Precautions explains important notes to prevent accidents. Troubleshooting explains symptoms, causes and remedies when the player has problems. This Operation Guide explains standard and advanced features, enabling you to make full use of the player and troubleshoot problems.
Browsing the Operation Guide
To use the buttons in the Operation Guide Click the buttons located in the upper right of this manual to jump to Table of Contents, HOME Menu List, or Index.
Jumps to the table of contents
Find what you are looking for from a list of topics in the manual.
Jumps to the home menu list
Find what you are looking for from a list of option items in the players menu.

Jumps to the index

Find what you are looking for from a list of key words mentioned in the manual.

Continued

Hints
You can jump to the indicated page by clicking a page number in the table of contents, in the home menu list, or in the index. You can jump to the indicated page by clicking a page reference indication (e.g. page 4) on each page. To search for a reference page by keyword, click the Edit menu, select Search of the Adobe Reader to display the navigation frame, type the keyword into the Search text box, and click Search. Once you jump to another page, you can jump to the previous or next page by clicking the or button located at bottom of the Adobe Reader screen. Operation procedure may differ, depending on your Adobe Reader version.
To change the page layout The buttons at the bottom of the Adobe Reader screen enable you to select how pages are displayed.
Single Page Pages are displayed one at a time. When you scroll, the display changes to a previous or succeeding page. Continuous - Facing Two pages are displayed side by side with each pair part of a continuous roll of pages. When you scroll, the previous and next pairs of pages scroll up or down continuously.
Continuous Pages are displayed as a continuous roll of pages. Facing When you scroll, the previous or next Two pages are displayed side by side. pages scroll up or down continuously. When you scroll, the display changes to previous or succeeding pairs of pages.

Table of Contents

HOME Menu List.. 6 Supplied Accessories.. 7 Parts and Controls. 9 Setting the Volume Level

(Volume Mode).. 34

(Manual Volume)..34. Setting a Preset Volume (Preset Volume).35 Setting a Preset Volume value..36
Changing the Style-Up Panel..8 Front...9. Rear...11 Display...12
Setting to a Manual Volume

Menu Index

Getting Started
Preparing the Player. 13 Getting Data.. 15 Transferring Data.. 16
Charging the Player..13 Turning the Player On and Off.14.
Transferring music in Windows Explorer..16 Transferring music automatically using the Auto Transfer software..17 To delete music transferred to the player..18

Playing Music

Playing Music (All Songs)..19 Playing Songs in Random Order for a Specified Period of Time (Sports Shuffle).. 20 Searching for Songs (Search)..21 Changing the Play Mode (PLAY MODE).. 22
Limiting the Volume (AVLS)..37 Turning Off the Beep Sound (Beep).38 Setting the Current Time (Set Date-Time)... 39 Setting the Date Format (Date Disp Type).. 41 Setting the Time Format (Time Disp Type).. 42 Changing the USB Connection Setting (USB Bus Powered)... 43 Setting the Power Save Screen (Power Save Mode)... 44 Setting the Contrast of the Display (Contrast).. 45 Setting the Brightness of the Display (Brightness).. 46 Displaying the Player Information (Information).. 47 Resetting to Factory Settings (Reset All Settings)... 48 Formatting Memory (Format).49

(Search).. 21 (Sports Shuffle). 20 (All Songs).. 19 (FM)... 51

Supplied Accessories

Please check the accessories in the package.
Headphones (1) Style-Up Panel (1) USB cap for Style-Up Panel (1) Quick Start Guide (1) Operation Guide (PDF file)*1 (1) Auto Transfer software*2 (1) *1Operation Guide (PDF file) is stored in the built-in flash memory of the player. *2The Auto Transfer software is stored in the built-in flash memory of the player. For details about this software, see Transferring music automatically using the Auto Transfer software ( page 17).

About the serial number

The serial number provided for this player is required for the customer registration. The number is shown on the rear of the player. You can also check the serial number on this player ( page 47).
Changing the Style-Up Panel
You can select from a variety of Style-Up Panel colors and matching USB cap.
Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow () to
deactivate the player, and then remove the USB cap.

HOLD switch

Remove the Style-Up Panel as in the following illustrations.
Slide the Style-Up Panel in the direction of the arrow slightly, and remove.
Attach the supplied Style-Up Panel as in the following
illustrations. Place the supplied Style-Up Panel on the front face of the player alongside the guide line, and then slide in to attach.

Guide line

Attach the supplied matching USB cap.
Be sure to attach the Style-Up Panel when you use the player. Be sure to attach Style-Up Panel properly. Otherwise, you may not be able to operate the buttons of the player properly. Handle the Style-Up Panel with care. If the Style-Up Panel becomes deformed, you may not be able to attach the Style-Up Panel to the player or operate the buttons of the player. If dust or dirt gets on the Style-Up Panel, remove with a dry cloth, etc.

Parts and Controls

Headphones
PLAY MODE/SOUND*1 button Switches the play mode ( page 22). Press and hold this button to change the sound quality setting ( page 25). /HOME*1 button When you press this button while playing or pausing a song, you can switch between Song control mode and Folder control mode. In Song control mode, the player skips to the beginning of the song. In Folder control mode, the player skips to the beginning of the folder. You can check Song/Folder control mode by the or icon, which appears in the display. Press and hold this button to display the HOME menu.
VOL +*2/ button Adjusts the volume. *2 button During playback, appears in the display. If this button is pressed again, appears and playback pauses. This button is also used to confirm menu items. To turn off the power
When you pause song playback or FM reception by pressing the button, after a few seconds, POWER OFF appears and the display goes off automatically, then the player enters Sleep status. The player consumes very little battery power in Sleep status. If you press any button, the player is turned on.

*1Functions marked with on the player are activated if you press the corresponding buttons. on Likewise functions marked with the player are activated if you press and hold the corresponding buttons. *2There are tactile dots. Use them to help with button operations.
Headphone jack For connecting the headphones. Insert the jack pin until it clicks into place. If the headphones are connected improperly, the sound from the headphones may not sound right. Display See page 12.
/ button Selects a song, folder, or menu item. You can also skip to the beginning of the song/folder, or fast-forward or fast-rewind as follows. Pressing the () button: Skips to the beginning of the current (or next) song/folder. Pressing and holding the () button during playback and releasing it at the desired point in Song control mode: Fast-rewinds (or fast-forwards) the current song. Pressing and holding the () button soon after entering pause mode: Skips to the beginning of the current (or next) song/folder, and if held longer, continues to skip through the previous (or next) song/folder.
HOLD switch You can protect the player against accidental operation by using the HOLD switch when carrying it. By sliding the HOLD switch to the direction of the arrow (), all operation buttons are disabled. If you press buttons while the HOLD function is activated, HOLD appears in the display. If you slide the HOLD switch to the opposite position, the HOLD function is released. RESET button Resets the player when you press the RESET button with a small pin, etc ( page 62). Strap hole Used to attach a strap (sold separately).
Accessory hole Used to attach the optional accessories. USB cap Remove the USB cap and connect the USB connector of the player to a USB port on your computer. To remove the USB cap Remove the USB cap as shown below.

USB connector

Display
Icon indication In Song control mode, appears, in Folder control mode, appears on the 1st line. In either mode, appears on the 2nd line. Text/graphic information display Displays the song title, folder name, artist name, current date/time, messages and menu items. To change the display mode, proceed to the Display Mode menu ( page 32). Switch the display to power save mode if you do not intend to use the player for a while ( page 44). Playing status indication Displays the current play mode (: playback, : pause, (): fastrewinds (fast-forwards), (): skips to the beginning of the current (or next) song /folder). Lapse time indication Displays the elapsed time. Play mode indication Displays the current play mode icon ( page 22). If the play mode is set to Normal, no icon appears.

Extensions of audio files to be transferred and a list of destination folders appear. [Add] You can add an extension to an audio file to be transferred and the destination folder. [Edit] You can change the extension setting currently selected. [Remove] You can delete the extension currently selected.

Clear transfer history

When you click [Clear], the history of the audio file transferred before by Auto Transfer is cleared. If you clear the history, when you connect the player to your computer next time, all audio files in Specified folder(s) are transferred to the player.
To stop transferring audio files, click [Stop transfer] on the screen for transfer. When you click [Settings] on the screen for transfer, the Settings screen appears. When you click [Display destination folder], the root folder of the player ([WALKMAN] or [Removable Disk]) appears on Windows Explorer.
The Auto Transfer software is stored in the built-in flash memory of the player. If the built-in flash memory is formatted ( page 49), all files including the Auto Transfer software will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in memory prior to formatting, and export necessary data to the hard disk of your computer or other device. If you format the built-in flash memory of the player accidentally, download the Auto Transfer software from the following support web sites and store it in the built-in flash memory of the player. 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/
To delete music transferred to the player
Connect the player to your computer, and then delete any unnecessary audio files using Windows Explorer.
Playing Music (All Songs)
Songs transferred by the Auto Transfer software or Windows Explorer can be played back on the player.

/HOME button button

/ button
Press and hold the /HOME button until the HOME menu appears. Press the / button to select
the button to confirm. Playback starts from the last song you listened to. If you did not play any song, playback starts from the beginning. Playback continues in order through the last song and then pauses. After a few seconds, POWER OFF appears, the display turns off automatically, and the player enters Sleep status. (All Songs), and then press

Repeat All (all repeat)/ Repeat Folder (folder repeat)/ Repeat 1 Song (one song repeat)/ 1 Repeat Shuffle All (all song shuffle repeat)/ SHUF Repeat Shuffle Folder (folder shuffle repeat)/ SHUF
The current song is played, and then all transferred songs are played once. (Default setting) All transferred songs of the folder containing the current song are played once. In this case, songs/folders under the folder containing the current song cannot be played back. The current song is played, and then all transferred songs are played repeatedly. All transferred songs of the folder containing the current song are played repeatedly. In this case, songs/folders under the folder containing the current song cannot be played back. The current song is played repeatedly. The current song is played, and then all transferred songs are played in random order. The current song is played, and then all transferred songs of the folder containing the current song are played in random order. In this case, songs/folders under the folder containing the current song cannot be played back.

(File Disp Language)

You can select from 8 languages in which to display the transferred folder and audio file name.
This function is only available in pause mode. When the remaining battery is low, you cannot set this function. Charge the battery before setting. This function is not available while/after using FM radio. If you want to use this function after FM radio, operate from the HOME menu to select (All Songs) to confirm. Depending on the country/region in which you have purchased the player, the default setting may differ.
the button to confirm. (Settings), and then press
Press the / button to select File Disp Language>, and
then press the button to confirm. The language list appears.
Press the / button to select a language ( page 24), and
then press the button to confirm. When you select a language other than one already set, Create Database? appears. When you select the same language as before setting of step , the screen returns to step. button to confirm. ACCESS appears and the database of the player updates.

Press the / button to select Sound>, and then press the Press the / button to select Equalizer>, and then press

the button to confirm.

Press the / button to select Edit> displayed under
Sound 1 or Sound 2 to change, and then press the button to confirm. The list of equalizer settings appears.
Press the / button to select an Equalizer setting ( page
27), and then press the button to confirm.
List of Equalizer settings

Setting item Description

EQ Heavy EQ Pop EQ Jazz EQ Unique EQ Custom
Emphasizes high and low ranges for a powerful sound. Stresses the middle range audio, ideal for vocals. Emphasizes high and low ranges for a lively sound. Emphasizes high and low ranges, so that a small sound can be listened easily. User-customizable sound settings. See page 28 for setting. (Default setting)
If the sound quality setting you select is distorted when you turn up the volume, turn it down. If your personal settings saved as EQ Custom seem to produce a different volume level than the other settings, you may have to adjust the volume manually to compensate.
Setting the EQ Custom values
You can preset the value of Clear Bass (bass) and 5 bands Equalizer as Sound1 or Sound2 while looking at the players screen.
If the EQ Custom value is set in Equalizer of the Setting menu, the EQ Custom setting is applied to the sound. This function is not available while/after using FM radio. If you want to use this function (Sports after FM radio, operate from the HOME menu to select (All Songs) or Shuffle) to confirm.
Press the / button to select Sound>, and then press the

button to confirm.

Press the / button to select Equalizer>, and then press
Press the / button to select Edit> displayed under EQ
Custom, and then press the button to confirm. The slider of Clear Bass appears highlighted. Clear Bass can be set to one of 4 sound levels.
Press the / button to set the Clear Bass value, and then
press the button to confirm. The slider of Equalizer appears highlighted. Equalizer can be set to one of 7 sound levels. press the button to confirm.
Press the / button to select the Equalizer value, and then
Listening with Clear Stereo Sound (Clear Stereo)
Clear Stereo enables individual left and right digital processing of the sound.
Press the / button to select Clear Stereo>, and then press
Press the / button to select the setting, and then press the
button to confirm. Clear Stereo ON: Activates the Clear Stereo function when you use the supplied headphones. (Default setting) Clear Stereo OFF: Disables the Clear Stereo function and plays back normal sound.
The Clear Stereo function is set to obtain maximum effect with the supplied headphones. The Clear Stereo effect may not be obtained with other headphones. In this case, set Clear Stereo to Clear Stereo OFF.

Adjusting the Volume Level (Dynamic Normalizer)
You can set to reduce the volume level between songs. With this setting, when listening to folder songs in the shuffle play mode, the volume level between songs is moderated to minimize differences in recorded level.
Press the / button to select Advanced Settings>, and then
press the button to confirm.
Press the / button to select Dynamic Normalizer>, and
then press the button to confirm.
button to confirm. D. Normalizer ON: Minimizes the difference of the volume level between songs. D. Normalizer OFF: Plays back songs with their original volume level as transferred. (Default setting)
Changing the Display Mode (DisplayMode)
You can change the display in play or pause mode.
This function is not available while/after using FM radio. If you want to use this function after FM radio, operate from the HOME menu to select (All Songs) to confirm.
Press the / button to select Display Mode>, and then
Press the / button to select the display ( page 33), and
List of display types Basic: The basic display (Default setting) Property: Song information Displays the current play mode, the current folder number/total folder number of the playback range, the current song number/total song number of the playback range, (Clear Stereo icon, page 30), codec (audio format), and bit rate.
Clock: Time information Displays the year, month, date, and current time. For information on setting the time, see Setting the Current Time (Set Date-Time) ( page 39).
Set Power Save Mode ( page 44) to Save OFF to show the screen constantly.
When the Clear Stereo function ( page 30) is set to OFF, icons do not appear on the Property screen. The display does not change to the one you set in Display Mode during Sports Shuffle ( page 20) or FM reception ( page 51).
Setting the Volume Level (Volume Mode)
There are 2 modes to adjust the volume level. Manual Volume (Default setting): Press the VOL +/ button to adjust the volume level between 0 to 30. Preset Volume: Press the VOL +/ button to set the volume level to one of 3 preset levels: Low, Mid, or High.
Setting to a Manual Volume (Manual Volume)
press the button to confirm. press the button to confirm.
Press the / button to select Volume Mode>, and then Press the / button to select Manual Volume, and then
press the button to confirm. With this setting, you can adjust the volume between 0 to 30 by pressing the VOL +/ button.
Setting a Preset Volume (Preset Volume)
Press the / button to select Volume Mode>, and then Press the / button to select Preset Volume, and then press

To return to the automatic setting Select Auto in step , and press the button to confirm. To return to the previous menu Press the /HOME button.

Maximizing Battery Life

By adjusting the settings or managing the power supply properly, it is possible to save battery power and use the player for a longer time.
To enter the Sleep status If you press the button to pause playback or receiving an FM broadcast, after POWER OFF appears, the display disappears and the player enters the Sleep status automatically after a few seconds. The batteries are consumed a little in the Sleep status.
Changing the settings You can save battery power by setting as follows.
Settings for screen Settings for sound effect Power Save Mode> ( page 44) Brightness> ( page 46) Sound quality ( page 25) Clear Stereo> ( page 30) Dynamic Normalizer> ( page 31) Deactivate Save ON Super 1
Adjust data format and bit rate Playing time will vary, as battery charge can be affected by the format and bit rate of songs that are played. For details on charging time and usage time, see pages 81 and 82.
What are Format and Bit Rate?

What is audio format?

Audio format refers to the method used when importing audio data from the Internet or audio CDs to a computer and saving it as an audio file. Common formats include MP3 and WMA, etc. MP3: MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3) is a common audio compression technology developed by the MPEG working group of the ISO (International Organization for Standardization). MP3 can compress audio files to about 1/10 the size of standard CD audio files. WMA: WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a common audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA format produces the same sound quality as that of MP3 format with smaller file size. AAC: AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) is a common audio compression technology developed by the MPEG working group of the ISO (International Organization for Standardization). AAC format produces the same sound quality as that of MP3 format, with a smaller file size. Linear-PCM: Linear-PCM is an audio recording format without digital compression. You can listen to the sound with the same quality as CD music by recording with this format.
What is bit rate? Bit rate refers to the amount of data used to store each second of audio. Generally, higher bit rates provide better sound quality, but require more storage space for the same length of audio. What is the relationship between bit rate, sound quality, and storage size? Generally, higher bit rates provide better sound quality, but require more storage space for the same length of audio, so you can store fewer songs on the player. Lower bit rates enable you to store more songs, but at a lower sound quality. For details about supported audio formats and bit rates, see page 80.

3 Press the RESET button with a small pin, etc.

RESET button

4 Check the information about the issue in
the Help of the software.
5 Look for information about the issue on one of the support web sites.
For customers in Europe, visit: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America, visit: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in other countries/regions, visit: http://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models, visit: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ nearest Sony dealer.
6 If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your

Symptom Cause/Remedy

There is no sound.
The volume level is set to zero. Turn the volume up ( page 9). The headphone jack is not connected properly. Connect the headphone jack properly ( page 10). The headphone plug is dirty. Clean the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth. No song files are stored in the built-in flash memory. If NO DATA appears, transfer audio file(s) from the computer. The battery is consumed. Charge the battery fully ( page 13). If the player does not react, even after charging the battery, press the RESET button to reset the player.

Songs cannot be played.

Troubleshooting Operation (continued)

No data is played.

Transferred data is not displayed in its list.
The battery is consumed. Charge the battery fully ( page 13). If the player does not react, even after charging the battery, press the RESET button to reset the player ( page 62). No data is stored on the player. Transfer data from the computer to the player. Transferred files are not in a playable format. Songs may not be played back, depending on the file format. For details, see Supported file format of Specifications ( page 80). Copyright protected files cannot be played. Transfer necessary data to the computer, and delete unnecessary data. After dragging and dropping in Windows Explorer, data hierarchy levels do not correspond to the player ( page 16). The maximum number of files that can be displayed has been reached. The maximum number of files is 2,048 files, the maximum number of folders is 1,024 folders, and the total maximum number of files and folders directly under one folder is approximately 300. Delete unnecessary data in Windows Explorer. Data was placed in the wrong location by dragging and dropping. Place the data under the MUSIC folder by dragging and dropping ( page 16). Available capacity is insufficient. Delete unnecessary data to increase free space on the player. After dragging and dropping in Windows Explorer, data hierarchy levels do not correspond to the player ( page 16). Transferred files are not in a playable format. Songs may not be played back, depending on the file format. For details, see Supported file format of Specifications ( page 80). If the folder/file name is 8 or less letters, and all lower case, the folder/file name appears in upper case letters on the player. Rename the audio file name properly in Windows Explorer. The folders or files are not under the MUSIC folder. Place them under the MUSIC folder by dragging and dropping ( page 16).

When All Songs is selected, songs may not appear.
Songs are played back The playback range is limited in the play mode ( within a limited playback page 22). range only, such as within Change the play mode setting. one folder. Data cannot be deleted You cannot delete songs on the player. on the player. Delete them in Windows Explorer. Noise is generated. A device emitting radio signals, such as a mobile phone is being used near the player. When using a device such as a mobile phone, keep it away from the player. Audio data from CDs, etc., is damaged. Connect the player to the computer and delete any songs generating noise in Windows Explorer, and then import and transfer them to the player again. When importing audio data, close any other applications to avoid data damage. Buttons do not work. The HOLD switch is set to the direction of the arrow (). Slide the HOLD switch to the opposite direction of the arrow ( page 11). Style-Up Panel is not attached to the player properly. Attach the Style-Up Panel properly ( page 8). The player contains moisture condensation. Wait a few hours to let the player dry. The remaining battery is low or insufficient. Charge the battery by connecting to a running computer ( page 13). If you charge the battery and nothing changes, press the RESET button to reset the player ( page 62). While DATA ACCESS is being displayed, you cannot operate the player. Disconnect the USB connection, and then operate the player. Playback does not stop. With this player, there is no difference between stopping and pausing. When you press the button, appears and playback pauses/stops. The player does not work. The remaining battery is insufficient. Charge the battery by connecting to a running computer ( page 13). If you charge the battery and nothing changes, press the RESET button to reset the player ( page 62).
Transferred songs cannot The built-in flash memory of the player was be found. formatted in Windows Explorer. Format the built-in flash memory on the player ( page 49). The player was disconnected from the computer while data was being transferred. Transfer usable data back to your computer and format the built-in flash memory on the player ( page 49). After dragging and dropping in Windows Explorer, data hierarchy levels do not correspond to the player ( page 16). Transferred files are not in a playable format. Songs may not be played back, depending on the file format. For details, see Supported file format of Specifications ( page 80). The folders or files are not under the MUSIC folder. Place them under the MUSIC folder by dragging and dropping ( page 16). The audio files are beyond the 8th folder level. Move the audio files beyond the 8th folder level to a lesser folder level in Windows Explorer ( page 16). If the folder/file name begins with. (dot), its name will not appear on the player. Rename the data in Windows Explorer. The maximum number of files that can be displayed has been reached. The maximum number of files is 2,048 files, the maximum number of folders is 1,024 folders, and the total maximum number of files and folders directly under one folder is approximately 300. Delete unnecessary data in Windows Explorer. The volume is not loud AVLS is enabled. enough. Disable AVLS ( page 37). There is no sound from right The headphone jack is not fully inserted. channel of the headphones. If the headphones are not connected correctly, Or right channel sound is sound will not be output properly. Connect the heard from both sides of the headphones into the jack until it clicks ( page 10). headphones. Playback has stopped The remaining battery is insufficient. suddenly. Charge the battery by connecting to a running computer ( page 13). The player cannot format. The remaining battery is low or insufficient. Charge the battery by connecting to a running computer ( page 13).

Only a small number of songs can be transferred to the player.
The player becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer.

Troubleshooting FM Radio

You cannot hear the FM broadcast well. Reception is weak and sound quality is poor.
The receiving frequency is not fully tuned in. Select the frequency manually to improve reception ( page 53). The radio signal is weak. Listen to the FM broadcast near a window since the signal may be weak inside buildings or vehicles. The headphone cord is not extended enough. The headphone cord functions as an antenna. Extend the headphone cord as far as possible. A device emitting radio signals, such as a mobile phone is being used near the player. When using a device such as a mobile phone, keep it away from the player.
The FM broadcast is affected by interference.
An FM station cannot be The headphone cord is not extended enough. preset. The headphone cord functions as an antenna. Extend the headphone cord as far as possible. Other
There is no beep sound when the player is operated. The player gets warm.
Beep is set to Beep OFF. Set Beep to Beep ON ( page 38). The player may become warm during and just after battery charging. The player also may get warm when a large amount of data is transferred. This behavior is normal and not a cause for concern. Set the player aside for a while to allow it to cool down. If you leave the player about three days with the battery used up, the date and time may be reset. This is not a malfunction. Charge the battery until appears on the screen ( page 13), and set the date and time again ( page 39). Do not connect/disconnect headphones while wearing them. Noise may result when you connect/ disconnect headphones during music playback; however, this is not malfunction.
The date and time have been reset.
Noise is generated when you connect/disconnect headphones.

Messages

Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display.

Message Meaning Remedy

ACCESS
AVLS (blinks) CANNOT PLAY
This message appears after disconnecting the player from the computer, activating File Disp Language ( page 23), Reset All Settings ( page 48) or resetting the player ( page 62). The volume level exceeds the rated value while AVLS is enabled. The player cannot play certain files because of incompatible formats. Transferring has been interrupted forcefully. A copyright-protected file has been detected.
This is not an error message. Wait until the message disappears.
Turn the volume down or disable AVLS ( page 37).

DATA ACCESS

DRM ERROR

FILE ERROR

FORMAT ERROR
Check that songs are in a playable file format ( page 80). If the songs which cannot be played are unnecessary, erase them from the built-in flash memory. Transfer the usable audio files back to your computer and format the built-in flash memory on the player ( page 49). Accessing the built-in Please wait for access to flash memory. complete. This message appears while the built-in flash memory is being accessed. The player cannot play If the songs which cannot copyright-protected files. be played are unnecessary, erase them from the builtin flash memory. The file cannot be read. Transfer the usable audio files back to your The file is not usable. computer and format the The player is disconnected built-in flash memory on from the computer while the player ( page 49). transferring audio files. The built-in flash memory Format the built-in flash memory on the player ( was formatted on a page 49). computer.

NWD-E023F

Bit rate 48 kbps 64 kbps 128 kbps 256 kbps 320 kbps 1,411 kbps (Linear-PCM) Songs Time 45 hr. 40 min. 34 hr. 00 min. 17 hr. 00 min. 8 hr. 20 min. 6 hr. 40 min. 1 hr. 30 min.

NWD-E025F

Songs 1,350 1,47 Time 90 hr. 00 min. 66 hr. 40 min. 34 hr. 20 min. 17 hr. 00 min. 13 hr. 40 min. 3 hr. 00 min.
Additional Information Maximum recodable number of files and folders
Maximum number of files: 2,048 files Maximum number of folders: 1,024 folders Total maximum number of files and folders directly under one folder: Approx. 300
Capacity (User available capacity)*1
NWD-E023F: 1 GB (Approx. 968 MB = 1,015,726,080 bytes) NWD-E025F: 2 GB (Approx. 1.89 GB = 2,035,974,144 bytes) *1Available storage capacity of the player may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions.

Output (headphones)

Output 5 mW + 5 mW (16 ) Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz (when playing data file, single signal measurement)

FM radio

Preset 30 presets FM Frequency range 87.5 to 108.0 MHz

IF (FM)

375 kHz

Antenna

Headphone cord antenna

Interface

Headphone: Stereo mini Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)

Operating temperature

5 C to 35 C (41 F to 95 F)

Power source

Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery USB power (from a computer through a USB connector of the player)

Charging time

USB-based charging Approx. 60 minutes
Additional Information Battery life (continuous playback)
By setting as follows, a longer battery life can be expected. The times below are approximated when Power Save Mode ( page 44) is set to Save ON Super, and Sound ( page 25), Clear Stereo ( page 30) and Dynamic Normalizer ( page 31) are deactivated. The time below may differ depending on ambient temperature or the status of use.

NWD-E023F /NWD-E025F

Status of the player Playback at MPkbps Playback at WMA 128 kbps Playback at AAC-LC 128 kbps Playback at Linear-PCM 1,411 kbps At receiving FM broadcasting Approximately 28 hours Approximately 24 hours Approximately 28 hours Approximately 25 hours Approximately 10 hours

3-line Color LCD

Dimension (w/h/d, projecting parts not included)
81.9 22.1 13.8 mm (3 1/4 7/8 9/16 inches)

Dimension (w/h/d)

83.7 22.3 16.2 mm (3 3/8 29/32 21/32 inches)
Approx. 28 g (Approx. 0.99 oz)
Additional Information System Requirements (for the player)
Computer IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the following Windows operating systems: Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows Vista Home Basic Windows Vista Home Premium Windows Vista Business Windows Vista Ultimate Not supported by 64 bit version OS. Not supported by OSs other than above. CPU: Pentium III 450 MHz or higher (For Windows Vista, Pentium III 800 MHz or higher) RAM: 128 MB or more (For Windows Vista, 512 MB or more) Hard Disk drive: 200 MB or more of available space (1.5 GB or more is recommended) More space may be required, depending on the version of the operating system. Additional space is required for storing music data. Display: Screen Resolution: pixels (or higher) (recommended 1,or higher) Colors: High Color (16 bit) (or higher) CD-ROM drive (supporting Digital Music CD playback) Sound board USB port (Hi-Speed USB is recommended) Internet Explorer 6.0 or later needs to be installed. 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 manufacturer-installed operating system Multi-boot environment Multi-monitor environment Macintosh Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.