Setting the Jacket Picture Display ON/OFF (Jacket Mode)..44 Setting the Volume Level (Volume Mode).. 45
Setting a Preset Volume (Preset Volume).45 Setting a Preset Volume value..46 Setting to a Manual Volume (Manual Volume)...47
Playing Songs in Random Order
(Intelligent Shuffle).. 17
Playing your 100 favorite songs in random order (My Favorite Shuffle).17 Playing similar genre songs to the selected artist in random order (Artist Link Shuffle)..18 Playing songs released in the same year in random order (Time Machine Shuffle).19 Playing songs in random order for a specified period of time (Sports Shuffle)..20 Searching for songs by song name (Song).21 Searching for songs by artist (Artist).22 Searching for songs by album (Album).23 Searching for songs by genre (Genre).24 Searching for songs by release year (Release Year)...25
Limiting the Volume (AVLS)..48 Turning Off the Beep Sound (Beep).49 Setting the Current Time (Set Date-Time).. 50
Selecting the current time setting..50 Setting the current time manually.52
Searching for Songs (Search)..21

Setting the Date Format

(Date Disp Type).. 53 (Time Disp Type)... 54 (Information).. 55

Setting the Time Format

Displaying the Player Information Resetting to Factory Settings
Searching for Albums by Jacket Picture (Jacket Search)..26 Changing the Play Mode (PLAY MODE).. 27 Reducing the Ambient Noise
(Noise Canceling) (NW-S703F/S705F/S706F only). 28
(Reset All Settings).. 56
Formatting Memory (Format).57 Changing the USB Connection Setting (USB Bus Powered)..59 Setting to the Power Save Screen (Power Save Mode).. 60

Settings

Setting the Sound Quality. 30
Selecting the sound quality..30 Changing the sound quality (Equalizer).31 Setting the EQ Custom values..33
Making the Sound More Vibrant (VPT).35 Listening with Clear Stereo Sound (Clear Stereo).. 36
Listening to FM Radio (NW-S703F/S705F/S706F only)
Enjoy Listening to FM Radio.. 61
1Switching to the FM tuner.61 2Presetting broadcast stations automatically (FM Auto Preset)..62 3Selecting broadcast stations.63

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting.. 86 Messages.. 95 Uninstalling SonicStage.. 99
Presetting Desired Broadcast Stations... 65 Setting the Reception (Scan Sens).66 Changing the Monaural/Stereo (Mono/Auto)... 67

Additional Information

Precautions.. 103 On Copyrights.. 107 Specifications.. 108 Index.. 112

Headphone jack For connecting the headphones. Connect until it clicks into place. If connecting the headphones improperly, it may not sound right. For NW-S703F/S705F/S706F users Connect the headphone plug securely following to the plug shape for the headphones, and to the orientation mark ( ) and the plug shape for the headphone extension cord. When using the headphone extension cord
Headphone extension cord Headphones
About the Noise Canceling function (NW-S703F/S705F/S706F only) The Noise Canceling function is available only when using the supplied headphones. Noise Canceling does not work with models without the Noise Canceling function (NW-S603/S605), even if the supplied headphones are used.

Display

When selecting Jacket Mode ON (Default setting) When selecting Jacket Mode OFF
Jacket picture display Displays the jacket picture of an album after you register the jacket and transfer songs from SonicStage. You can set the jacket picture to not display ( page 44). Icon indication For the normal mode, displays on the first line, and displays or according to the song order setting ( page 39) on the second line. For the FOLDER mode, displays an icon of the category set in the song order ( page 40) on the first line, and displays or on the second line. When selecting the FOLDER mode during playback of a playlist ( page 13), displays the selected playlist ( : playlist created by SonicStage, 100 : favorite 100 songs, and : the latest transferred album) on the first line. Text/graphic information display Displays album title, artist name, song title, current date and time, messages and menu. To change the display mode, press the DISPLAY/HOME button ( page 42). Switch the display to the Power Save mode when you do not operate the player for a while ( page 60).
Playing status indication Displays the current play mode (: playback, : stop, (): fastrewinds (fast-forwards), (): skips to the beginning of the current (or next) song). Lapse time indication Displays the elapsed time. Play mode indication (PLAY MODE) Displays the current play mode icon ( page 27). If the play mode is set to Normal, no icon appears. Sound quality setting indication Displays the current sound quality icon ( page 30). If the sound quality is not set, no icon appears. Noise Canceling indication (NWS703F/S705F/S706F only) Displays when the Noise Canceling function is set ( page 28). Remaining battery indication Displays the remaining battery power.
For information on the FM tuner (NWS703F/S705F/S706F only) display, see Enjoy Listening to FM Radio ( page 61).

Playing Songs (All Songs)
The transferred songs on the player are played back.

button to Shuttle switch

DISPLAY/HOME button
Press and hold the DISPLAY/HOME button until the HOME screen

appears.

Rotate the shuttle switch to select
(All Songs) and press 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 to the last song and then stops.
To skip to the beginning of the song By rotating the shuttle switch to () briefly while in the play or stop mode, the player skips to the beginning of the current (or next) song. If the shuttle switch is slided, and then rotated to () briefly while in the play or stop mode, the player skips to the beginning of the first song of the current (or next) sort category set by the song order ( page 39).
You can change the play mode to random, repeat, etc., by pressing the PLAY MODE/ SOUND button ( page 27). The songs appear in the order that you set in the Sort menu ( page 39). The songs appear in the album order at the default settings.
Playing Lists of Songs (Playlist Select)
You can play songs from Playlists created in SonicStage, Albums recently transferred and Your 100 favorite songs.
to button Shuttle switch

to DISPLAY/HOME button

When (Playlist Select) is selected, in the HOME screen.

(Search) and

(Jacket Search) do not appear
Playing lists of songs created in SonicStage (Playlists)
You can play lists of songs (Playlists) created in SonicStage. If you change a name in SonicStage, the changed name appears on the player. See SonicStage Help for details.
button to confirm. The Playlist menu appears.
(Playlist Select) and press the
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Playlists and press 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 of the playlist created in SonicStage. Playback continues in the order through to the last song and then stops.
Playing Songs.Playing Lists of Songs
To skip to the beginning of the song By rotating the shuttle switch to () briefly while in the play or stop mode, the player skips to the beginning of the current (or next) song. If the shuttle switch is slided, and then rotated to () briefly while in the play or stop mode, the player skips to the beginning of the current (or next) playlist.

The Noise Canceling function mainly reduces the noise in the low frequency bands and has no effect against the noise in the high frequency bands. It has no effect on some sounds. Do not cover the microphone part of the headphones with your hands, etc., otherwise the Noise Canceling function may not work. Microphone
The Noise Canceling function may not work properly depending on your way to use the headphones. You may hear a slight noise when the Noise Canceling function is active. This is operational noise of the Noise Canceling function and not a malfunction. You may feel the Noise Canceling function does not work or noise is louder in a quiet environment or depending on the noise. In this case, release the Noise Canceling function. Cellular phones may affect noise. In that case, keep the player away from cellular phones.
Setting the Sound Quality
You can set the sound quality according to the music genre, etc. There are two preset settings, either of which can be selected by the PLAY MODE/SOUND button during the play or stop mode.
Selecting the sound quality

Default settings

Sound quality (Indication) Sound 1 ( 1) Sound 2 ( 2) Sound OFF (None)

Clear Bass Equalizer

+1 Custom (0, 0, 0, 0, 0)
+3 Custom (0, 0, 0, 0, 0)
You cannot select the sound quality setting while using the FM tuner (NW-S703F/ S705F/S706F only).
Press and hold the PLAY MODE/SOUND button.
Each time the button is pressed, the sound quality setting is changed as follows:

None (Sound OFF)

To return to the normal sound quality Select None (Sound OFF).
Settings.Setting the Sound Quality
Changing the sound quality (Equalizer)
You can select a sound quality for Sound1 and Sound2 from EQ Heavy, EQ Pop, EQ Jazz or EQ Unique. You can listen to music with your favorite sound quality by selecting and adjusting EQ Custom.
You cannot change the sound quality while using the FM tuner (NW-S703F/S705F/ S706F only).
button to confirm. button to confirm. button to confirm.

(Settings) and press the

Rotate the shuttle switch to select Sound> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select Equalizer> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select Edit> displayed under Sound 1

Settings.Changing the Display Mode
Changing the display mode
Press the DISPLAY/HOME button while in the play or stop mode.
Each press changes the display mode as follows:
Basic (basic display) Property Clock Breath
The diagram above shows the order when all display types are set to on (check mark applied) in the Display Screen menu ( page 43). Display types set to off (no check mark) will not appear. All display types are set to on (check mark applied) at the default setting. When you press the DISPLAY/HOME button while using the FM tuner (NW-S703F/ S705F/S706F only) or Intelligent Shuffle, the current time appears for a specified duration. In this case, the display does not change to the one you set as Display Screen ( page 43).
Selecting the display types (Display Screen)
You can select whether or not to display the following screens: Property, Clock, and Breath when pressing the DISPLAY/HOME button. You can only view the screen which is set to on (check mark applied) in the Display Screen menu.
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Display Screen> and press the
Rotate the shuttle switch to select the desired display type and
press the button to confirm. If a check is already marked , the above steps will uncheck .
Setting the Jacket Picture Display ON/OFF

(Jacket Mode)

You can display the album jacket picture after you register the album jacket picture and transfer songs from SonicStage. For details on registering the jacket picture, see SonicStage Help.
If no jacket pictures have been registered, a preinstalled image in the player appears. Jacket pictures you register for playlists do not appear on the player.
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Jacket Mode> and press the
button to confirm. Jacket Mode ON: Displays an album jacket picture. (Default setting) Jacket Mode OFF: Does not display an album jacket picture.
Setting the Volume Level (Volume Mode)
There are 2 modes to adjust the volume level. P Manual Volume: ress the VOL +/ button to adjust the volume level from 0 to 30. Preset Volume: Press the VOL +/ button to select the volume level to any of 3 preset levels: Low, Mid, or High.
Setting a Preset Volume (Preset Volume)
the button to confirm. button to confirm.
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Volume Mode> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select Preset Volume and press the
button to confirm. With this setting, you can select the volume level (Low, Mid, or High) by pressing the VOL +/ button.
If AVLS ( page 48) is set, the actual volume may be lower than the settings. Releasing AVLS (AVLS OFF) returns the volume to the preset level.

Settings.Setting the Volume Level
Setting a Preset Volume value
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Volume Mode> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select Edit> displayed under
Preset Volume and press the button to confirm. The Low value appears highlighted.
Rotate the shuttle switch to set each value for Low, Mid or
High, and press the button to confirm. With this setting, you can select the set value of the volume level (Low, Mid, or High) by pressing the VOL +/- button.
Setting to a Manual Volume (Manual Volume)
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Volume Mode> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select Manual Volume and press the
button to confirm. You can adjust the volume from 0 to 30 by pressing the VOL +/- button with this setting.
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. AVLS OFF is set by default.
Rotate the shuttle switch to select AVLS> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select AVLS ON and press the
button to confirm. The volume is kept at a moderate level.
To set to off Select AVLS OFF in step and press the button. To return to the previous menu Press the DISPLAY/HOME button.
AVLS appears by pressing the VOL +/ button if AVLS is set to AVLS ON.
Turning Off the Beep Sound (Beep)
You can turn off the beep sounds of the player. Beep ON is set by default.
the button to confirm. button to confirm. button to confirm.
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Beep> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select Beep OFF and press the
To change the setting to on Select Beep ON in step and press the button. To return to the previous menu Press the DISPLAY/HOME button.
Setting the Current Time (Set Date-Time)
You can set and display the current time. There are 2 modes to adjust the current time. Date-Time Automatic: You can set the date and time of the player to synchronize with your computer automatically. Date-Time Manual: You can set the date and time of the player manually.
Selecting the current time setting
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Date-Time> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select Set Date-Time> and press the

To stop recording Press the button. If the synchronized recording is set to disable Press the button to start recording in step. The player does not detect sound from the audio device. Press the button to stop recording.
To enable/disable the synchronized recording setting, see Changing the Synchronized Recording Settings ( page 71). To switch to the recording remaining time screen, press the DISPLAY/HOME button.
2 GB is the maximum recording capacity for a song. If a song is more than 2 GB, the part after 2 GB will be recorded as the next song. You may not be able to record with the proper sound quality, depending on the audio output level from the audio device. In case of an accessory with a record level shift switch, you may be able to achieve the proper recording level by adjusting the record level shift switch. For details, see the operation guide supplied with the optional accessories for recording with the player.
Setting the Bit Rate for the Songs to Record

(Rec Mode)

You can select the bit rate for the songs to record.

to button

Shuttle switch
The recording function will be displayed when connected to the optional accessories for recording with the player.
Follow steps to in Recording ( page 68), and then the
player enters the record standby mode. appears.
Press and hold the DISPLAY/HOME button until the HOME screen Rotate the shuttle switch to select
button to confirm. button to confirm. (Settings) and press the
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Rec Mode> and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select the desired bit rate and press the
To return to the previous menu Press the DISPLAY/HOME button. Lists of the bit rate setting
ATRAC 256kbps ATRAC 128kbps ATRAC 64kbps PCM
Records with ATRAC 256 kbps. Records with ATRAC 128 kbps. (Default setting) Records with ATRAC 64 kbps. Records with Linear-PCM 1,411 kbps.
Changing the Synchronized Recording Settings

(Sync Rec)

You can select the synchronized recording settings. If no sound* continues during recording for more than 2 seconds, the player pauses recording automatically, and when the sound comes again, recording starts. *No sound means less than about 4.8 mV input level on this player.

Press the button while playing the song to be deleted. Press and hold the DISPLAY/HOME button until the HOME screen
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Delete Rec Data> and press the
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Delete 1 Track and press the
button to confirm. The song to be deleted starts playing back for confirmation. to confirm. COMPLETE appears after the song is deleted.
When you select Delete 1 Track and delete all songs in a folder, the folder will be erased automatically.
Recording.Deleting the Recorded Songs
To stop deleting song Select Cancel in step and press the button. To return to the previous menu Press the DISPLAY/HOME button.
Deleting the recorded folder (Delete Folder)
It may take time to complete deleting in the case of many songs.
Press the button while playing the song in the folder to be

deleted.

Rotate the shuttle switch to select Delete Folder and press the Rotate the shuttle switch to select OK and press the button
to confirm. COMPLETE appears after the song is deleted.
To stop deleting album Select Cancel in step and press the button. To return to the previous menu Press the DISPLAY/HOME button.
Deleting all recorded songs (Delete All Rec Data)
Press the button while playing the recorded song. Press and hold the DISPLAY/HOME button until the HOME screen
Rotate the shuttle switch to select Delete All Rec Data and press
To stop deleting songs Select Cancel in step and press the button. To return to the previous menu Press the DISPLAY/HOME button.

Recharging the Player

The player is rechargeable when connected to a computer When you connect the player to your computer, use the supplied USB cable. When the remaining battery indication of the display shows: , charging is completed (charging time is approx. 120 minutes*). When you use the player for the first time, or if you have not used the player for a long time, recharge it fully (to in the remaining battery indication of the display). *This is the approximate charging time when the battery power is low and the USB Bus Powered setting ( page 59) is High-Power500mA 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 the player while charging. On the remaining battery indication The battery icon in the display ( page 11) changes as shown below. See page 110 on battery duration.

Song information of some CDs may not be able to retrieved from the Internet. For songs that are not in the Internet database, you can manually enter and edit song information in SonicStage. For details on editing song information, see SonicStage Help.
Storing Data Other than Audio Files
You can store computer data into the built-in flash memory of the player by transferring it from your computer with Windows Explorer. If the player is connected to the computer, the built-in flash memory appears in Windows Explorer as a removable storage drive.
Do not use SonicStage while using Windows Explorer to interact with the built-in flash memory of the player. Always use SonicStage to transfer audio files that you want to play to the player. Audio files transferred with Windows Explorer cannot be played by the player. Do not disconnect the supplied USB cable while transferring data between a computer and the player because the data being transferred could be damaged. Do not format the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer. If you format the built-in flash memory, format it using the Format menu of the player ( page 57).
Upgrading the Players Firmware
You can update the players firmware, ensuring you to add new features for the player by installing the latest players firmware to the player. For details about the latest firmware information and how to install it, visit the following web site:
For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ For customers in Europe: http://www.support-nwwalkman.com For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/pa/info/ For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.css.ap.sony.com For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/
Download the update program to your computer from the web site. Connect the player to your computer, and then start up the update

program.

Follow the on-screen instructions to update the players firmware.
Firmware update is complete.
If the player does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue.
1 Press the RESET button with a small pin, etc.
All the songs and settings stored on the player will not be erased even when you reset it.

RESET button

2 Find the symptoms of the issue in the following troubleshooting tables,
and try any corrective actions listed.
3 Check for information about the issue in SonicStage Help. 4 Look for information about the issue on one of the support Web sites.

FOLDER FULL

FORMAT ERROR

LOW BATTERY MEMORY ERROR

MEMORY FULL
The file cannot be read. Transfer the normal audio The file is not normal. file back to the computer and then format the player. For details, see To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory ( page 98). The maximum number of The maximum number of the folders you can record folders you can record on is reached. the player is 255. Delete unnecessary folders ( page 76) and start recording again. The built-in flash memory Format the player using was formatted on a the Format menu. For computer. details, see To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory ( page 98). The player cannot be To operate the player, slide operated because the the HOLD switch to the HOLD switch is set to the opposite position ( HOLD position. page 10). The battery is low. You must charge the battery ( page 78). There is a problem with Transfer the normal audio the built-in flash memory. file back to the computer and then format the player using the Format menu. For details, see To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory ( page 98). If this message still appears, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The recording time The player ran out of depends on the free space memory during of the internal flash recording. memory. Delete You started recording when memory was low. unnecessary songs ( page 74), and start recording again. Also, when the message keeps on displaying, press and hold the DISPLAY/ HOME button to release the recording mode.

NO DATA

NO DATABASE

NO ITEM PRESET FULL

READ ONLY SIMPLE MODE

SYSTEM ERROR TRACK FULL

There are no audio files in If there are no audio files the built-in flash memory. in the built-in flash memory, use SonicStage to transfer audio files. The player is disconnected Data may be restored by from the computer while starting SonicStage via a transferring audio files. computer. If data is not restored, transfer the normal audio file back to the computer and then format the player. For details, see To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory ( page 98). No song exists in the Use SonicStage to transfer selected item. audio files. 30 broadcast stations are You can preset up to 30 already preset. broadcast stations. If you want to preset more stations, delete unnecessary stations first ( page 65), then preset the stations you want. You tried to delete Read Uncheck Read only in only songs. the folder or song on a computer. The player is connected This is not an error. Wait and disconnected from a until the message computer when the disappears. intelligent function of SonicStage is disable. There is a problem with Consult your nearest Sony the hardware. dealer. You tried to record more The maximum number of songs you can record in a than 255 songs in a folder is 255 and the folder. You tried to record more maximum number of songs is 4,000. Record than 4,000 songs. again after deleting unnecessary songs.

UPDATE ERROR

The player fails to update the firmware.

USB CONNECT

USE ORIGINAL HEADPHONE (NW-S703F/S705F/S706F only)
Follow the on-screen instructions on the computer and update again. The player is connected to This is not a malfunction. a computer. You can operate the player using SonicStage, but you cannot operate the controls on the player. The following functions Connect the supplied were used when the headphones or headphones headphones corresponding to the Noise corresponding to the Canceling functions. Noise Canceling function were not connected. Noise Canceling ( page 28) Noise Cancel Control setting ( page 38)
To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory If CANNOT PLAY, DRM ERROR, EXPIRED, FILE ERROR, FORMAT ERROR, MEMORY ERROR, or NO DATABASE appears, there is a problem with all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash memory. Please follow the procedure below to erase data you cannot play.
1 Connect the player to the computer, and start SonicStage. 2 If you have already specified the data with problems, erase the data

using SonicStage.

3 If the problem persists, transfer all data without problems back to the
computer using SonicStage while the player is connected to the computer. flash memory using the Format menu ( page 57).
4 Disconnect the player from the computer and then format the built-in

Uninstalling SonicStage

To uninstall the supplied software from your computer, follow the procedure below.
Click Start Control Panel.1) Double-click Add/Remove Programs. 2) Click SonicStage X.X in the Currently Installed Programs list, and
then click Remove. Follow the displayed instruction and restart your computer. The uninstallation is completed when the computer has restarted.
Settings Control Panel in the case of Windows 2000 Professional. Change/Remove in the case of Windows 2000 Professional.
When you install SonicStage, OpenMG Secure Module is installed at the same time. Do not delete OpenMG Secure Module since it may be used by other software.
Owners Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the player. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ___________________________ Serial No. ___________________________

For Customers in the USA

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Program 2006 Sony Corporation Documentation 2006 Sony Corporation

Specifications

Audio compression technology
MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3 (MP3) Windows Media Audio (WMA)* Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC) Advanced Audio Coding (AAC)* Linear-PCM (PCM)
* Copyright protected WMA/AAC files cannot be played back.
Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.)
The approximate times are based on a transferred or recorded 4-minute ATRAC*, MP3 or Linear-PCM format song. Other playable audio file formats may be different from ATRAC or MP3 format.
* Except ATRAC Advanced Lossless. Compression rate of ATRAC Advanced Lossless varies depending on songs. For example, one CD (containing 15 4-minute songs) is approximately 200 to 500 MB.

NW-S603/S703F

Bit rate 48 kbps 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) Songs Time 45 hr. 40 min. 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.

NW-S605/S705F

Songs 1,350 1,47 Time 90 hr. 00 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.

NW-S706F

Bit rate 48 kbps 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) Songs 2,700 2,000 2,000 1,350 1,000 1,94 Time 180 hr. 00 min. 133 hr. 20 min. 133 hr. 20 min. 90 hr. 00 min. 66 hr. 40 min. 66 hr. 40 min. 54 hr. 40 min. 45 hr. 40 min. 34 hr. 20 min. 27 hr. 20 min. 25 hr. 00 min. 6 hr. 10 min.
Additional Information.Specifications
Capacity (User available capacity)*
NW-S603/S703F: 1 GB (Approx. 968 MB = 1,015,726,080 bytes) NW-S605/S705F: 2 GB (Approx. 1.89 GB = 2,035,974,144 bytes) NW-S706F: 4 GB (Approx. 3.79 GB = 4,075,716,608 bytes)
* Available storage capacity of the player may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions.

Supported bit rates

MP3: 32 to 320 kbps variable bit rate-compliant WMA: 32 to 192 kbps variable bit rate-compliant ATRAC: 48/64/66 (ATRAC3)*/96/105 (ATRAC3)*/128/132 (ATRAC3)/160/192/256/320/352 kbps
* CD recording cannot be done using the SonicStage software in ATRAC3 at 66/105 kbps.
ATRAC Advanced Lossless*: 64/128/132 (ATRAC3 base layer)/ 256/352 kbps AAC: 16 to 320 kbps variable bit rate-compliant* Linear-PCM: 1,411 kbps
* The bit rate description of ATRAC Advanced Lossless shows the bit rate for the contents which enables fast transfer to ATRAC compatible devices or media. * Nonstandard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the sampling frequency.

T Time Disp Type.. 54 Time information.. 41 Time Machine Shuffle. 19. Time setting.. 50. Transferring... 3 Troubleshooting. 86. Tuner.. 61 U Uninstalling.. 99 Upgrading... 85. USB Bus Powered (USB connection setting). 59 USB cable.. 8 V Volume.. 8, 45 Volume Mode.. 45. VOL +/- button.. 8 VPT.. 35 W Windows Explorer.. 84. WM-PORT. 8, 55 WMA...80, 109
Release Year.. 25, 40 Remaining battery.. 78 Repeat.. 27, 73 RESET (the player).. 86 Reset All Settings.. 56

NW-S703F

Walkman MP3 Player
1GB1 Built-In Memory/Stores up to 685 Songs2 Built-In Active Noise Cancellation6 Clear Stereo and Clear Bass EX Model Headphones with 13.5mm Diameter Drivers (Supplied) Built-In FM Tuner with Presets Quick Battery Charge (3 Minute Charge = Approximately 3 Hours Playback)4 Up to 50Hours Playback4 with Rechargeable Embedded Lithium Ion Battery JOG Shuttle Function for Music Search Compatible with Sony's CONNECT Music Store Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3/ATRAC3plus /WMA(non-DRM) and AAC(non-DRM) Audio Formats3 3-Line Color OEL Display (Organic Electroluminescence) Rotating Display Designed for use in both Left and Right Hand 5-Band Equalizer SonicStage CP Music Management Software Supplied Direct Encoding Possible with Optional Cradle (Sold Separately) VPT (Virtual Phone Technology) USB 2.05 Compatible for High Speed Data Transfer Supports CD Text and ID3 Tagging Available in Pink and Violet

Features

1GB1 Built-In Memory Store up to 685 songs2 on the device. Built-In Active Noise Cancellation6 Combining the Clear Stereo function with the Clear Bass function and using the supplied Noise Canceling headphones with a 13.5 headphone driver unit enables a wide-range frequency and wide dynamic-range playback with powerful bass sound. Clear Stereo and Clear Bass Clear Stereo reduces leaking of the audio signal from one channel to another. Clear Bass enhances the bass sound minimizing distortion. EX Model Headphones 13.5mm drivers collects ambient noise and cancel it out allowing you to enjoy music in noisy environments. Built-In FM Tuner Provides accurate tuning of FM stereo radio stations. Presets allow the user to skip directly to the most listened to stations. Quick Battery Charge A three minute charge will provide up to 3 hours of playback.7 Up to 50 hours Playback4 The internal, embedded Lithium-Ion battery provides up to 50 hours of continuous playback or up to 40 hours continuous playback with the Noise Canceling function on. JOG Shuttle Makes it easy to select a new song or a new play list. Simply scroll to find the track you're looking for by turning the JOG Shuttle dial. Compatible with Sony's CONNECT Music Store Connect.com offers one of the most extensive music collections online. Unique features such as Connect Sets and live radio make this a choice destination for customers looking to expand their music collection. It's easy to find and purchase single tracks or entire albums ranging from top hits to independent artists. Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3/ATRAC3plus Audio Formats For customers who already have an extensive music library, use the included software and hardware to store and playback their collection of MP3s. For the customer who is just getting into the world of digital music, Sony's ATRAC format provides higher sound quality and smaller file sizes than many competing formats. This enables the user to store more music at higher quality for longer listening. WMA(non-DRM) and AAC(non-DRM) 3 Playback and Support Supports playback of WMA and AAC audio files to the Walkman device. Perfect for a customer who has a large collection of audio on their PC which was ripped from personal CDs. This allows for transfer of audio downloads, imports and self recorded tracks, but only works on files that are not protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management). 3-Line Color OEL Display Electroluminescence Display offers high quality and a unique look. View information about the music, settings and even time and date in any lighting condition. Rotating Display is designed to accomodate both left and right handed users for maximum flexibility. 5-Band Equalizer Offers 7 different levels for each of the 5 different bands and allows you to set your favorite setting manually. The 5 Modes include: Heavy, Pop, Jazz, unique and Custom for enhanced sound. VPT (Virtual Phone Technology) Converts the played back music with a 3D sound processor to virtual surrounding music. Reproduces the acoustic effect of a studio, live-house, club or arena. SonicStageCP Music Management Software Allows users to manage their music, create playlists, burn CDs, import digital files and easily transfer music to their Walkman MP3 players. Direct Encoding Possible with the optional cradle. Allows you to record an analog audio signal directly from an audio player, such as a CD Walkman, without using a PC. (Optional cradle sold separately) USB 2.0 Compatible5 USB (Universal Serial Bus) provides extremely fast and easy transfer of audio files from computer to hard drive and flash players. Supports CD Text and ID3 Tagging Allows you to easily view CD Text and ID3 Tag information including song title, album title and artist name.

Specifications

General
Data Transfer Rate: Hi-Speed USB 2.Design: Ergonomic, Ultra Compact, for right or left hand use Music Storage Capacity (Approx): 685 songs2
AVLS: Yes Equalizer: 5 Presets (Heavy, Pop, Jazz, Unique, Custom) Format(s) Supported: CD-R, C-RW with MP3/ATRAC3/ ATRAC3plus Audio, WMA (non-DRM)/AAC(non-DRM)3 Antenna System: FM: Headphone Cord Antenna Frequency Range: FM: 87.5-108MHz Station Preset(s): 30 Tuner: FM

Convenience

Automatic Shut-off: Yes

Hardware

Headphone Type: Noise Canceling Earbud Display: 3-Line Color OEL (Organic Electroluminescence) Memory: 1GB (Built-in)1
Battery Charging (Approx.): Quick battery charge (3 min charge = 3 hrs playback)7 Battery Indicator: Yes Battery Life (Approx.): Up to 50 hours playback with embedded Lithium-Ion battery(when fully charged).4 Power Requirements: Built-in, rechargeable, Lithium-Ion battery or USB power

Inputs and Outputs

Headphone Output(s): 1(Side) USB Port(s): 1(Side)

Dimensions

Weight: 1.6oz (47g) Measurements: 3.43"x1.07"x0.58" (87.2x27.4x14.9mm)

Supplied Accessories

MDR-EX082 Noise Canceling Headphones Headphone Extension Cord USB Cable Sonic Stage 4.1 Software CD-ROM Quick Start Guide Color: Pink, Violet
1. User available memory = 1,015,726,080 bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions. 2. Calculated on 4 minutes per song in ATRAC @ 48kbps. 3. Does not support secure WMA and AAC files purchased from other music services. Only plays back unsecured WMA and AAC files ripped from CD. 4. Up to 50 hours continuous playback with built-in Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery fully charged, in ATRAC at 132kbps in power save mode "Super" , Noise Cancelling/Clear Stereo/Equalizer/VPT are not in use. Battery life may vary based on usage patterns, product settings, environment and battery conditions. 5. Not all products with USB 2.0 connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations. 6. Noise canceling function reduces the ambient noise to 1/4. It does not cancel all the ambient noise. 7. Display must be in super power save mode when playing back in ATRAC3Plus @ 105kbps. Actual battery life may vary baed on usage patterns, product settings, environment and battery conditions. 2006 Sony Electronics Inc. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate. Reproduction in whole are in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, Connect, Walkman MP3 Player, SonicStage and Walkman are trademarks of Sony. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Last Updated: 10/11/2006