Supplied Items

Please check the items in the package. Headphones (1) USB cable (1) Quick Start Guide (this manual) (1) Software (1) The software is stored in the built-in flash memory of the player, and includes the following items: Content Transfer WALKMAN Guide Operation Guide, etc. For details on how to install, refer to How to Install the Bundled Software.
Three Ways to Transfer Music
From CDs, etc., using Windows Media Player 11
How to Install the Bundled Software (Operation Guide included)

How to Use the Player

What can you do with the WALKMAN Guide ?
The WALKMAN Guide includes the following items: Operation Guide The following contents can be viewed as a PDF file. Details on how to use the player How to use software to transfer content to the player Troubleshooting Customer Registration Link Customer Support Link Other useful Links Includes link information, etc., on the download site. The bundled items differ depending on the country/region of purchase.

How to use the Home menu

The [Home] menu appears when you press and hold the BACK/HOME button. The [Home] menu is the starting point to play audio, search for songs, changing settings, etc. From the [Home] menu, you can select the desired item on the screen by using the 5-way button.
Connect the player to your computer.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
After executing [Setup.exe], the WALKMAN Guide shortcut appears on the desktop of your computer. With the player connected to your computer, when installation of bundled software is completed, Content Transfer starts automatically.
BACK/HOME button OPTION/PWR OFF button 5-way button

Quick Start Guide

How to Install the Bundled Software How to Use the Player
From iTunes*1, etc., using Content Transfer computer.

Supplied USB cable

2 Select the following order with the
*1 Content Transfer supports data transfer from iTunes 8.1 to the player.

5 Double-click

(WALKMAN Guide) on the desktop to start the WALKMAN Guide.
For details on transferring music, etc., refer to the Operation Guide included in the WALKMAN Guide.

Confirm.

Charging the Battery
The players battery is recharged while the player is connected to a running computer. Return to the previous screen.
Before Connecting the Player to Your Computer
Make sure that the OS is Windows XP (Service Pack 2 or later) or Windows Vista (Service Pack 1), and the installed Windows Media Player version on your computer is 11. For details about usage, or support on Windows Media Player, refer to the Windows Media Player information from the following web site: http://www.support.microsoft.com/
Select [start] - [My Computer] or [Computer] [WALKMAN] - [Storage Media].
Double-click [Setup.exe].
The install wizard appears. When you execute [Setup.exe], the [Setup.exe] file and [Install] folder stored in the [Storage Media] folder of the player are copied to your computer for backup, and WALKMAN Guide and Content Transfer are installed to your computer.
You can start the WALKMAN Guide and Content Transfer from the [start] menu (displayed by clicking [start]). If you delete the [Setup.exe] file and [Install] folder in the player by formatting the built-in flash memory of the player, copy this data from the [Backup] folder on the computer to your player. Then connecting the player to the computer to be installed, follow the above procedure from step 1 to install. The backup data is preserved in the following [C] drive on your computer by the default install setting. C:\Program Files\Sony\WALKMAN Guide\NWZ-E340\Backup
After executing [Setup.exe] you can use the free space in the [Storage Media] folder more effectively by formatting the built-in flash memory of the player. To format the built-in flash memory of the player, see To initialize (format) the player on the backside.
Charging About 2 hours Fully-charged

Home menu

FM Radio Shuffle All Photos Music Now Playing Settings Playlists Information area Clock Display Videos
By drag-and drop using Windows Explorer

Charging.

Turning the Player On and Off
To turn on To turn off Press any button. Press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button.

NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345

For details on transferring music, videos or photos, refer to the Operation Guide. The Operation Guide can be readily viewed from the WALKMAN Guide.
2009 Sony Corporation Printed in China

Parts and Controls

Front Rear

Troubleshooting

If the player does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue.
1 Find the symptoms of the issue in
Troubleshooting in the Operation Guide (PDF file), and try any corrective actions listed.
For details on connecting to a computer, see the tables on the right.
2 Connect the player to your computer to

charge the battery.

BACK/HOME button 5-way button*1
(play/pause/confirm) button / buttons / buttons
OPTION/PWR OFF button RESET button

Use a small pin, etc.

Press to display the option menu. If you press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button, the screen turns off and the player enters standby mode.

3 Press the RESET

You may be able to resolve some issues by charging the battery.
button with a small pin, etc.
If you press the RESET button while operating the player, stored data and player settings may be lost.

RESET button

Display VOL +*1/ button HOLD switch

Strap hole USB connector

Connect the supplied USB cable.
4 Check information on the issue in the Help

of each software.

Headphone jack
5 Look up information on the issue on one of
the customer support Web sites.
* There are tactile dots. Use them to help with button operations.
6 If the approaches listed above fail to resolve
the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
About the customer support Web sites, see For the latest information.
Symptom Cause/Remedy The player cannot The USB cable is not connected to a charge the USB connector on your computer battery. properly. Disconnect the USB cable, and then reconnect it. Use the supplied USB cable. The battery is charged in an ambient temperature out of the range of 5 C (41F) to 35 C (95F). Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of 5 C (41F) to 35 C (95F). The computer is not on. Turn on the computer. Your computer has entered Sleep or Hibernate status. Release the computer from Sleep or Hibernate status. [Connecting] or The remaining battery power is [Connected USB insufficient. (MTP)] does not Charge the battery by connecting the appear when player to a running computer for at connected to the least 5 minutes. computer with The USB cable is not connected to a the supplied USB USB connector on your computer cable. properly. Disconnect the USB cable, and then reconnect it. Use the supplied USB cable. A USB hub is being used. Connecting the player via a USB hub may not work. Connect the player directly to your computer using the supplied USB cable.

Symptom Cause/Remedy [Connecting] or The computer is running another [Connected USB software other than the one used for (MTP)] does not transferring. appear when Disconnect the USB cable, wait a few connected to the minutes, and reconnect it. If the computer with problem persists, disconnect the USB the supplied USB cable, restart the computer, and then cable. reconnect the USB cable. [Connecting] or [Connected USB (MTP)] may not appear on the player, depending on the software environment that is running on your computer. Activate Windows Media Player, or Windows Explorer. The USB connector on your computer may have a problem. Connect the player to another USB connector on your computer. The player A USB hub or USB extension cable is becomes unstable being used. while it is Connecting the player via a USB hub connected to the or extension cable may not work. computer. Connect the player directly to your computer using the supplied USB cable. When double Install the bundled software after clicking [Setup. installing Windows Media Player 11. For exe] to install the details on Windows Media Player 11, bundled software, refer to the following web site: [Setup.exe] does http://www.support.microsoft.com/ not execute, and the Properties window opens.
To initialize (format) the player
You can format the built-in flash memory of the player. If the memory is formatted, all files including the Operation Guide (PDF file) will be erased and all setting values returned to their defaults. Be sure to verify the files stored in memory prior to formatting, and then export any necessary files to the hard disk of your computer or other device beforehand.

Precautions

About the headphones Avoid playing the unit at so loud a volume that extended play
At a high volume outside sounds may become inaudible.
License and Trademark Notice
Refer to the Operation Guide (PDF file).
might affect your hearing.
For the latest information
If you have any questions or issues with this product, or would like information on compatible items with this product, visit the following web sites. For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ 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/
1 Press and hold the BACK/HOME button
until the [Home] menu appears.
Avoid listening to the unit in situations where hearing must not be impaired, for example, while driving or cycling. As the supplied headphones are of open-air design, sounds go out through the headphones. Remember not to disturb those close to you.

2 Select

[Settings] [Common Settings] [Format] [Yes] [Yes] in this order.
Press the /// button to select the item, and then press the button to confirm. When initialization finishes, [Memory formatted.] appears.
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, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

Owners Record

Do not format the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer. If you format the built-in flash memory, format it on the player.
The 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. __________________________
Printed on 70% or more recycled paper.

/// button: Selects an item. button: Confirms an item.
In this manual, operating instructions from the [Home] menu are described as below. Example: From the [Home] menu, select album desired song. [Music] [Album] desired
The actual operations for the example above are shown below.
Press and hold the BACK/HOME button.

The [Home] menu appears.

BACK/HOME button
Press the /// button to select
[Music], and then press the button to confirm. The search menu appears.
[Album], and then press the button to confirm. The album list appears.
Press the /// button to select an
album, and then press the button to confirm. The song list for the selected album appears. You can scroll the list by pressing the / button.
Press the /// button to select a
song, and then press the button to confirm. The music playback screen appears and playback begins.
To return to the [Home] menu during operation Press and hold the BACK/HOME button. To return to the previous screen during operation Press the BACK/HOME button.
How to Use the Option Menu
The option menu items vary function-to-function, allowing you to change the settings of each application. You can display the option menu by pressing the OPTION/PWR OFF button.
OPTION/PWR OFF button 5-way button
From the option menu, you can select the desired item on the screen by using the 5-way button. Press the /// button to select an item, and then press the *1 button to confirm.
/// button: Selects an item. button: Confirms an item. For example, the operations for setting [Play Mode] option to [Shuffle] are shown below.
From the music playback screen, press
the OPTION/PWR OFF button. The option menu appears.
[Play Mode], and then press the button to confirm.
[Shuffle], and then press the button to confirm. The play mode changes to [Shuffle].
The items of the option menu differ, depending on the screen on which you press the OPTION/PWR OFF button. For details, see the following pages. Using the Music Option Menu ( p.42) Using the Video Option Menu ( p.52) Using the Photo Option Menu ( p.61) Using the FM Radio Option Menu ( p.69)

Messages and menus are displayed in
[Deutsch] [English] [Espaol] [Franais] [Italiano] [Portugus] [] [ [ [ ]
Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese
Setting the Date and Time
Some applications of the player do not work correctly until the date and time are set. Set the current date and time before using the player.

[Set Date-Time].

[Settings] [Common Settings]
Press the / button to select a year, and then press the /
button to change the value. minute.
As in step , adjust the settings for month, date, hour, and Press the button to confirm.
To display the current time Select [Clock Display] on the [Home] menu. Press the OPTION/PWR OFF button on the [Home] menu or the playback screen, and select [Clock Display] from the option menu.
You can select the date format from among [YYYY/MM/DD], [MM/DD/YYYY], and [DD/MM/YYYY]. Furthermore, you can select the time format from either [12-hour] or [24-hour ]. For details, see Setting the date format [Date Display Format] ( p.78), or Setting the time format [Time Display Format] ( p.78).
If the battery power is used up because, for example, the player has not been used for a long time, your settings for date and time may be lost and - will be displayed instead of the current date and time. The clock may gain or lose up to 60 seconds per month. In this case, set the clock again.
Transferring Music Transferring Music
Selecting the Way to Transfer Music
You can import music from audio CDs or from the Internet, etc. To import music into your computer, use appropriate software. You can transfer music to the player in the following three ways.
Transferring music from CDs using Windows Media Player 11 (
p.22) You can import music from your CDs, etc., to your computer, and transfer them to the player using Windows Media Player 11.
Transferring music from iTunes, etc., using Content Transfer (
p.26) If you have already managed music with iTunes, etc., you can transfer them to the player using Content Transfer.
Transferring music by drag-and-drop using Windows Explorer (
p.28) You can directly transfer music stored on your computer by drag-and-drop using Windows Explorer.
For detailed information on how to import music, refer to the Help of each software. For details about supported file formats, see Supported file format ( p.110). The player does not use SonicStage software (SonicStage software, developed by Sony, manages music on a computer or transfers music to other types of players). For this player, you can transfer music in the above three ways, not using SonicStage. ATRAC files managed by SonicStage can be transferred to the player after conversion to MP3 file format. To convert files, download the MP3 Conversion Tool from the customer support Web site ( p.107). The maximum number of files per folder in the [MUSIC] folder is 4,000.

Transferring Music Using Windows Media Player 11
You can import songs from your CDs, etc., to your computer, and transfer them to the player using Windows Media Player 11.
For details about usage, or support on Windows Media Player, refer to the Windows Media Player information from the following web site: http://support.microsoft.com/

Importing music from CDs

You can use Windows Media Player 11 to copy (rip) music from your CDs. Follow these instructions to rip songs from a CD to your computer.
Insert an audio CD. Start up Windows Media Player 11, and then click the [Rip] tab at
the top of the window. When connected to the Internet, Windows Media Player 11 obtains CD information (CD title, song name or artist name, etc.) and displays it in the window.

Click [Start Rip].

Windows Media Player 11 begins to import the CD. The imported songs are indicated as [Ripped to library]. Wait until all songs have been imported.
Imported songs are stored in the [My Music] folder (Windows XP) or [Music] folder (Windows Vista) of the computer. Click the [Library] tab of the Windows Media Player 11 window to find them. Windows Media Player 11 obtains the CD information from a database on the Internet. However, some CDs information may not be available in the database. If your CDs information is missing, you can add it after importing. For information about adding and editing CD information, refer to the Help of Windows Media Player 11. If you want a song not to be imported, uncheck the checkbox to the left of the song title.
Imported songs are limited to private use only. Use of a song beyond this limitation requires permission of the copyright holders.
You can use Windows Media Player 11 to transfer music from your computer to the player.
Do not disconnect the USB cable while [Do not disconnect.] appears on the player, as the data being transferred may be damaged. If Content Transfer starts automatically after connecting the player to your computer using the supplied USB cable, close or ignore Content Transfer as Content Transfer need not be used. For details on setting automatic start of Content Transfer, refer to the Help of Content Transfer.
Start up Windows Media Player 11, and then connect the player to
your computer using the supplied USB cable. Insert the connector of the USB cable into the player. The [Device Setup] window appears.

Click [Cancel].

Close the auto play window, if it appears, by clicking [Cancel] or the Close icon. If you click [Finish] instead of [Cancel], the entire library data of Windows Media Player is automatically copied to the player. If the library data size is larger than the available storage space on the player, the copy process will not start. You can open the [Device Setup] window at any time. To open it, rightclick [WALKMAN] on the left side of the Windows Media Player window, and then click [Set Up Sync].
Click the [Sync] tab on the Windows Media Player 11 window. Drag-and-drop the desired songs to the Sync List on the right side
of the window. The songs are added to the Sync List.
Click [Start Sync] to start synchronization.
When synchronization is complete, a message confirming you can disconnect the player appears on the Sync List. After completion, close Windows Media Player 11, and disconnect the player from the computer.
Transferring Music Using Content Transfer
If you have already managed music with iTunes, etc., you can transfer them to the player using Content Transfer. You can use iTunes, etc., to drag-and-drop music to Content Transfer.
Do not disconnect the USB cable while [Do not disconnect.] appears on the player, or the data being transferred may be damaged. Content Transfer cannot be used for Windows Media Player contents. Contents with copyright protection cannot be transferred. Content Transfer supports data transfer from iTunes 8.1 to the player. For details on restrictions on transferring songs from iTunes, visit the customer support Web sites ( p.107).
Connect the player to your computer using the supplied USB cable.
Insert the connector of the USB cable into the player. Content Transfer starts automatically. For details on setting automatic start and general operation of Content Transfer, refer to the Help of Content Transfer. You can also click [All programs] in the [start] menu, and then [Content Transfer] - [Content Transfer] to start the software.

Video/photo files or folders in your computer

Content Transfer

Transferring Videos/Photos Using Windows Explorer
Some WMV files can be played back only by transferring using Windows Media Player 11. Some computers that already have Windows Media Player 10 installed may encounter a limitation on the number of files (AAC, video files, etc.) that can be transferred by dragand-drop. If you install Windows Media Player 11 from the Windows Media Player download site, you can solve this problem, allowing you to transfer by drag-and-drop again. Before installing Windows Media Player 11 on your computer, make sure to check whether your software or service corresponds to Windows Media Player 11.
[Storage Media], and then select the [VIDEO] or [PICTURE] folder. Data hierarchy may differ, depending on your computer environment. or one of its subfolders. Video files or folders: drag-and-drop into the [VIDEO] folder, or one of its subfolders. Photo files or folders: drag-and-drop into the [PICTURE] folder, or one of its subfolders. Accessibility to files and folders beyond the 8th level is not guaranteed.
Video or photo files or folders in your computer
Drag-and-drop files or folders into the [VIDEO] or [PICTURE] folder
Video: [VIDEO] folder in your player Photo: [PICTURE] folder in your player
Playing Music Playing Music

Playing Music [Music]

To play music, select [Music] to display the [Music] screen.

[Music]

The search menu appears. You can select the desired search method to display the music list screen and search for songs. For details, see Searching for Songs ( p.38).

[Music].

Select desired search method desired
song. The music playback screen appears and playback of the songs begins. Select items until a song list appears. For details on how to operate the music playback screen, see Music playback screen ( p.36).
It may take time to start up the player or display the file/folder list when many files or folders are stored on the player.

Playing Music

Music playback screen

Song name

Artist name Album title Genre Release year Playing status
Operations on the music playback screen

Select [Detailed Information].
Detailed information screen
When you display this screen from the music playback screen, you can move to the previous or next song by pressing the / button. Playback time File format Bit rate Copyrighted files While playing back a variable bit rate song, VBR is shown. File name
Displaying the cover art screen [Cover Art]
From the music playback screen, press the OPTION/PWR OFF

button.

Select [Cover Art].

Cover art screen

While the cover art screen is displayed, you can move songs to the previous or the next one by pressing the / button.
If the songs do not have cover art information, the default picture of the player will be displayed. Cover art only appears if cover art information is available. You can set cover art using Windows Media Player 11, or another transfer capable software for setting cover art. For details on operation, refer to the Help or maker of the software. Cover art may not be displayed, depending on the cover art file format.
Changing the Music Settings
To change the music settings, select select [Music Settings]. [Settings] from the [Home] menu, then
Setting the play mode [Play Mode]
The player offers a variety of play modes, including random play and selected repeat play.

Type/icon Description

[Settings] [Music Settings] [Play Mode] desired play mode type.
The songs within the playback range are played back in the song list order. (Default setting) The songs within the playback range are played back in the song list order and then repeated. The songs within the playback range are played back in random order. The songs within the playback range are played back in random order and then repeated. The current song or the song selected from a song list is played back repeatedly.
[Normal]/ No icon [Repeat]/ [Shuffle]/ [Shuffle&Repeat]/ [Repeat 1 Song]/
The player plays back songs only in the lists from which the playback starts (album list, artist list, etc.). When you start [Shuffle All] play, the play mode changes to [Shuffle] or [Shuffle&Repeat].
Setting the sound quality [Equalizer]
You can set the sound quality according to the music genre, etc.

Type (icon) Description

[Settings] [Music Settings] [Equalizer] desired equalizer type.
Sound quality setting is not activated. (Default setting) ) ) ) ) ) ) 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 even soft sounds can be heard easily. User-customizable sound settings for which you can adjust each frequency range individually. See p.47 for details.
[None] [Heavy] ( [Pop] ( [Jazz] ( [Unique] ( [Custom 1] ( [Custom 2] (

This function is only available in the pause mode.
[Reset all Settings] [Yes].
[Restored factory settings.] appears. To cancel the operation, select [No] on the confirmation screen.
Formatting memory [Format]
You can format the built-in flash memory of the player.
If the memory is formatted, all data (songs, videos, photos, etc., including sample data installed at the factory) will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in memory prior to formatting, and export any important data to the hard disk of your computer. Be sure not to initialize (format) the built-in flash memory of the player using Windows Explorer. If you have formatted with Windows Explorer, format again using the player. This function is only available in the pause mode.
[All data including songs will be deleted. Proceed?] appears.

[Format].

Select [Yes].
[All data will be deleted. Proceed?] appears. To cancel the operation, select [No]. When initialization finishes, [Memory formatted.] appears. To cancel the operation, select [No].
Selecting the Display Language [Language Settings]
Useful Facts Useful Facts

About Battery Life

By adjusting the settings or managing the power supply properly, it is possible to save battery power for longer usage time between charges. The following hints will yield a longer battery life.
Turn off the player manually If you press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button, the player enters standby mode and the screen turns off to save battery power. Furthermore, if standby mode continues for more than about 4 hours, the player turns completely off automatically. Adjust data format and bit rate Playing time will vary, as battery charge can be affected by the format and bit rate of songs, videos or photos that are played. For details on charging time and usage time, see p.113, 114.
What are Format and Bit Rate?

What is audio format?

Audio format refers to the method used to import audio data from the Internet or audio CDs to a computer, and then save 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. The WMA format produces the same sound quality as that of the MP3 format with a 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). The AAC format produces the same sound quality as that of the MP3 format, with a smaller file size. Linear PCM: Linear PCM is an audio recording format without digital compression. You can achieve the same quality as CD music by recording with this format.

What is copyright protection? Certain music files or video files, etc., that you purchase from a music download service site, etc., may apply access control technologies, such as encryption, to limit usage and duplication of material, in accordance with copyright laws. What is bit rate? Bit rate refers to the amount of data used to store each second of audio, expressed in kbps (kilo bits per second), such as 64 kbps. 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.
If you import a song from a CD to your computer at a low bit rate, you cannot improve the songs sound quality by selecting a high bit rate when further transferring the song from the computer to the player.

What is video format?

Video format refers to the method used when importing video and audio data to a computer and saving it as a video file. WMV: WMV (Windows Media Video) is a video compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It was built upon MPEG-4, achieves a high compression rate, and supports copy control by DRM.

What is photo format?

Photo format refers to the method used when importing images to a computer and saving them as image files. JPEG is one example of a commonly used format. JPEG: JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) is a common image compression format developed by the JPEG. JPEG can compress an image file to between 1/10 and 1/100 the size of original image files.
For details on supported file formats and bit rates, see p.110.

Storing Data

You can store computer data into the built-in flash memory of the player by transferring the data from your computer using Windows Explorer, or another transfer capable software. If the player is connected to the computer, the builtin flash memory appears in Windows Explorer as [WALKMAN].
Do not use the bundled software while using Windows Explorer to interact with the built-in flash memory of the player. Do not disconnect the supplied USB cable while [Do not disconnect.] appears during data transfer. The data could be damaged. Do not format the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer. If you want to format the built-in flash memory, format it on the player ( p.79). Do not change the following folder names or delete them: [MUSIC], [MP_ROOT], [MPE_ROOT], [VIDEO], [PICTURE] and [PICTURES] folders. Do not change folder or file names directly under the [MP_ROOT] or [MPE_ROOT] folder. Otherwise, they will not be displayed on the player.

Battery life is short. The operating temperature is below 5 C (41 F). Battery life becomes shorter as a result of the battery characteristics. This is not a malfunction. Battery charging time is not sufficient. appears. Charge the battery until You have not used the player for a prolonged period. The efficiency of the battery will improve 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. Copyright-protected contents are played. When copyright-protected contents are played, battery life may be shorter. The player cannot charge the battery. The USB cable is not connected to a USB connector on your computer properly. Disconnect the USB cable, and then reconnect it. Use the supplied USB cable. 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. Your computer has entered Sleep or Hibernation status. Release the computer from Sleep or Hibernation status. The player turns off automatically. To avoid unnecessary battery consumption, the player automatically turns off. Press any button to turn the player on. Charging completes very quickly. If the battery is already almost fully charged when charging begins, little time is needed to reach full charge.
Connection with a computer
[Connecting] or [Connected USB (MTP)] does not appear when connected to the computer with the supplied USB cable. The remaining battery power is insufficient. Charge the battery by connecting the player to a running computer for at least 5 minutes. The USB cable is not connected to a USB connector on your computer properly. Disconnect the USB cable, and then reconnect it. Use the supplied USB cable. A USB hub is being used. Connecting the player via a USB hub may not work. Connect the player directly to your computer using the supplied USB cable. The computer is running another software other than the one used for transferring. Disconnect the USB cable, wait a few minutes, and reconnect it. If the problem persists, disconnect the USB cable, restart the computer, and then reconnect the USB cable. [Connecting] or [Connected USB (MTP)] may not appear on the player, depending on the software environment that is running on your computer. Activate Windows Media Player, or Windows Explorer. The USB connector on your computer may have a problem. Connect the player to another USB connector on your computer. Data cannot be transferred to the player from your computer. Transferring may be stopped due to noise, such as static electricity, etc. This happens to protect data information. Disconnect the player, then reconnect it. If you transfer files by drag-and-drop on a computer that does not have Windows Media Player 11 installed, only a limited amount of files (AAC, video files, etc.) may be transferrable by drag-and-drop. Install Windows Media Player 11 from the Windows Media Player download site, then transfer files by drag-and-drop again. Before installing Windows Media Player 11 on your computer, make sure to check whether your software or service corresponds to Windows Media Player 11. For details on usage, or support on Windows Media Player, visit the following web site: http://support.microsoft.com/ The USB cable is not connected to a USB connector on your computer properly. Disconnect the USB cable, and then reconnect it. There is not enough free space in the built-in flash memory. Transfer any unnecessary data back to your computer to increase free space. Songs with a limited playing period or play count may not be transferred due to restrictions set by copyright holders. For details on the settings of each audio file, contact the distributor. Abnormal data exists on the player. Transfer usable files back to your computer and format the built-in flash memory on the player ( p.79).

The alarm does not function. When setting the alarm, the setting was stopped halfway or the player was turned off without confirming the setting of the hour and minutes. The alarm does not function while the player is connected to a computer. Disconnect the USB cable. The remaining battery power is low or insufficient. Charge the battery by connecting the player to a running computer ( p.17).
There is no beep sound when the player is operated. [Beep Settings] is set to [Off]. Set [Beep Settings] to [On] ( p.75). The beep does not sound when the player is connected to the optional cradle, or another device. The player gets warm. The player may become warm when the battery is being charged and just after charging. The player also may get warm when a large amount of data is transferred. This behavior is normal and not cause for a concern. Set the player aside for a while to allow it to cool down. The date and time have been reset. If you left the player for a while 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 and set the date and time again ( p.20, 77).

Messages

Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display.
[All group numbers have been used.] The total number of songs registered in the playlists has reached 27,000. Songs exceeding the limit are stored in [Others]. If you cannot find a song, search for it in the [Others] list first. If you do not want to store songs that exceed the limit in the [Others] list, delete unnecessary songs from the player using the software you used to transfer the songs, or Windows Explorer. If the total number of playlists registered to the player exceeds 27,000, playlists exceeding this number cannot be displayed. Decrease the number of playlists (by deleting them) using the software you used to transfer the playlists. [Cannot play; file format is not supported.] You are trying to play a file that cannot be played on the player. You cannot play a song in an unsupported format file ( p.110). [Cannot play; license has expired.] The playback limitation period of the song has expired. Update the license information of songs using the software used for transferring. [Cannot save more than 30 Preset stations.] 30 broadcast stations are already preset. Delete unnecessary stations first ( p.68), then preset the stations you want within the limit number. [Do not disconnect.] The player is connected to a computer or other external devices to transfer data. This is not an error message. Do not disconnect the USB cable until transferring completes. [Firmware update failed.] Updating the firmware failed to complete. Follow the instructions displayed on your computer to retry updating the firmware. [LOW BATTERY. Please Charge.] The players battery is running low. Charge the battery ( p.17).

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, 1-7-1 Konan, Minatoku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable accessories: Headphones
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Road safety Avoid listening with your headphones in situations where hearing must not be impaired. 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. Do not turn the volume up high all at once, especially when using headphones. 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 headphones immediately. If you experience an allergic reaction to the supplied headphones, stop using them at once and contact a doctor.
On the use When using a strap (sold separately), be careful to avoid hooking it on objects you pass by. Furthermore be careful not to swing the player by the strap to avoid bumping people. Refrain from using the player according to the in-flight announcements during take off or landing in an aircraft. Note that condensation may form temporarily in cases such as when the player is moved quickly from a low-temperature environment to a high temperature environment or used in a room that has a heater just turned on. Condensation creates a phenomenon where moisture in the air adheres to surfaces such as metal panels, etc., and then changes to liquid. 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 the LCD Do not apply strong force to the surface of the LCD. This may cause a distortion in colors or brightness, or cause a malfunction of the LCD. If you use the player in a cold location, images may appear with black bands around them. This is not a malfunction of the player. On cleaning Clean the players case with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses. If the players 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. Clean the headphone plug periodically. If you have any questions or problems concerning the player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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Specifications

Supported file format
Audio Formats (Codec) MP3 Media File format: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3) file format File extension:.mp3 Bit 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 (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 (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))*3 Sampling frequency*1: 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Media File format: Wave-Riff file format File extension:.wav Bit rate: 1,411 kbps Sampling frequency*1: 44.1 kHz Frame rate: Max. 30 fps Resolution: Max. QVGA (240 320) Windows Media Video 9*4 Media File format: ASF file format File extension:.wmv Profile: Main Profile, Simple Profile Bit rate: Max. 768 kbps * Compatible with WM-DRM 10

AAC-LC*2

Linear PCM

Video Formats (Codec)

Audio Formats (Codec)