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NW-E103/E105/E107

Operating Instructions

Network Walkman

Portable IC Audio Player

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WARNING

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

Owners Record

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

INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference using one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. If you have any questions about this product: Visit: www.sony.com/walkmansupport Contact: Sony Customer Information Services Center at 1-(866)-456-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Services Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL33913

Note on installation

If you use the unit at a place subject to static or electrical noise, the tracks transferring information may be corrupted. This would prevent successful transferring authorization on your computer.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Applicable accessories: Headphones

Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Model No.: SONY NW-E103 NW-E105 NW-E107 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 USA 858-942-2230
For the customers in the Netherlands
Voor de Klanten in Nederland
Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).
Responsible Party: Address:

Telephone Number:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Notice for users

On the supplied software
Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder. In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this player. In the event a problem occurs with this software as a result of defective manufacturing, SONY will replace it. However, SONY bears no other responsibility. The software provided with this player cannot be used with equipment other than that which is so designated. Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the software specifications may be changed without notice. Operation of this player with software other than that provided is not covered by the warranty. Program 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Sony Corporation Documentation 2005 Sony Corporation
WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. OpenMG and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. SonicStage and SonicStage logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, TM and marks are not specified.

2 Transfer files to your

Network Walkman.

USB connection

3 Enjoy music with your

Other features

Compact size, light weight, skip-proof operation and high portability. Continuous playback time with a battery Approximately 70*1 hours Recording time*2 NW-E103: 256MB built-in flash memory, more than 11 hours 40 minutes. NW-E105: 512MB built-in flash memory, more than 23 hours 30 minutes. NW-E107: 1GB built-in flash memory, more than 47 hours 00 minutes. The supplied SonicStage software enables you to record songs from audio CDs to the hard disk of your computer using the ATRAC3plus format (high sound quality, high compression). MP3 audio files can be easily transferred to the Network Walkman using the SonicStage software. Sentence Repeat: Useful function for learning a foreign language. High-speed data transfer using the dedicated USB cable. Backlight LCD screen: song titles and artist names can be displayed. Group function: you can select songs to be played by album. Storage function: you can store a variety of data as well as audio files.
*1 Differs according to the data format. In this case, the figure for the battery duration is when continuously playing at 105kbps ATRAC3 format. *2 Differs according to the bit rate, etc., when recording. In this case, the figure for the recordable time is when recording at 48kbps ATRAC3plus format.

NOTES:

The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the Network Walkman or computer. Depending on the type of the text and characters, the text shown on the Network Walkman may not be displayed properly on device. This is due to: The capability of the connected player. The player is not functioning normally. The ID3 TAG information for the track is written in the language or the character that is not supported by the player.
Step 1: Checking the package contents
Please check the accessories in the package. Network Walkman (1) Headphones (1)

About the Serial Number

The serial number provided for your device is required for customer registration. The number is in the battery compartment of your Network Walkman.

Serial Number

Dedicated USB cable (1)
Record the serial number. Refer to it whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. The serial number can also be shown in the menu screen (page 33).
CD-ROM for the SonicStage software, PDF file Operating Instructions and PDF file SonicStage Operating Instructions (1) Quick Start Guide
Step 2: Inserting the battery
Insert an LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity. Be sure to insert it from the E side as illustrated.

Battery duration*

ATRAC3 format: Approximately 70 hours ATRAC3plus format: Approximately 60 hours MP3 format: Approximately 50 hours * The battery life may be shorter due to operating conditions and the temperature of the location.

If the battery compartment lid is accidentally detached, attach 1, then 2 as illustrated.
On the remaining battery indication
The battery icon in the display changes as shown below.

low battery

change the battery
If LOW BATT is displayed in the display, you need to change the battery. Note If you do not use the battery correctly, it may become damaged from leakage and corrosion. For best results: Use an alkaline battery. Make sure the polarity is correct. Do not charge a dry cell battery. Remove the battery, if you do not intend to use the player for an extended period of time. If you have battery leakage, replace with a new battery after cleaning the battery compartment.

Locating controls

For details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses.

Front side 4

Rear side 8 qz 9
1 Nx button (page 14, 16 to 17, 19 to 22, 24, 26 to 33) 2 Display (page 11, 18, 43) For details on the display and icons, refer to page 11. 3./+> button (page 16 to 17, 19 to 22, 24, 26 to 33) 4 i (headphone) jack (page 14) 5 VOLUME +/ button (page 14, 28 to 29) 6 Strap hole for attaching a strap 7 MENU button (page 16 to 22, 24, 26 to 33) You can switch to the Time display by pressing and holding the MENU button. 8 Battery compartment (page 9) 9 REPEAT/SOUND button (page 18 to 20, 23) q; GROUP/HOLD switch (page 15 to 16, 23, 25) : Group mode. Play or search songs by group (page 23). : Normal mode. Play songs by track name (page 16). HOLD: Protect the Network Walkman against accidental operation (page 25). qa USB jack (page 12)

Display

1 Text/graphic information display (page 17) Displays track number, track name, current date and time (page 22 to 23, 26), MESSAGE (page 13, 43) and menu. Press the MENU button to switch the display mode. For details, refer to Changing the display mode on page 22. 2 Repeat mode indication (page 18) The current repeat mode is displayed.
3 AVLS indication (page 27) The indication appears while the AVLS function is activated. 4 Digital sound preset indication (page 23 to 24) The current sound setting is displayed. 5 Remaining battery indication (page 9) The remaining battery power is displayed.
Transferring audio files from the computer to your Network Walkman
Before connecting your Network Walkman to the computer for the first time, be sure to install the SonicStage software from the supplied CD-ROM in your computer. Even if the SonicStage software is already installed, you need to install the SonicStage software supplied with this Network Walkman before connecting your Network Walkman to the computer (update programs may be available).
Install the SonicStage software in your computer using the supplied CD-ROM. Follow step 1 only for the first time when you connect your Network Walkman to the computer. Refer to the Quick Start Guide. Refer to the SonicStage operating instructions for details. z Tip

Press the Nx button.

To adjust the volume

The volume can be set in the Preset and Manual mode (page 28 to 29).

GROUP/HOLD switch

What is the Group function?
The Group function enables you to select favorite music conveniently on your Network Walkman. You can transfer to audio files or play songs by album or artist using the Group function.

Group1

Track1 Track2 Track3 Track1 Track2 Track3 Track1 Track2 Track3

Group2

The track number is the order of songs in each group. You can switch from Track Name mode to Group mode by setting the GROUP/HOLD switch to (GROUP). In the Group mode, group names are displayed instead of track names. In addition, any shift operations, such as Skip or Repeat, are performed by group.

Group3

Transferring by group
Track1 Track2 Track3 Track1 Track2 Track3
The audio files transferred to the SonicStage software are always grouped when transferred to the built-in flash memory.

Track1

continued

On other operations

Nx button To Skip to the beginning of the next track/ group*1 Skip to the beginning of the current track/ group*1 Fast-forward*2 Fast-rewind*2./+> button operation Press the +> button once. Press the. button once. Press the +> button and hold it. Press the. button and hold it.
MENU button GROUP/HOLD switch./+> button
You can select to the Group mode by setting the GROUP/HOLD switch to (GROUP).
*1 Pressing and holding of the./+> button during stop mode allows you to skip to the beginning of the next (current and previous) track/group continuously. *2 Fast-forward and fast-rewind speed becomes gradually faster.

B Advanced Operations

Repeat mode
There are three types of repeat mode: Track Repeat, A-B Repeat and Sentence Repeat. Track Repeat (Track Rep) This mode plays back tracks repeatedly in the following five ways.
Track Repeat mode All Repeat Single Repeat All Shuffle Repeat Group Repeat Group Shuffle Repeat Operation
Selecting the repeat mode

Nx button

MENU button All tracks repeatedly Current track repeatedly All tracks repeatedly in random order Current group repeatedly Current group repeatedly in random order./+> button
Press the MENU button in stop mode. The menu screen is displayed.

REPEATMODE>

A-B Repeat (A-B Rep) This mode plays back the specified section in a track repeatedly. Sentence Repeat (Sentence Rep) This mode plays back voice data within a specified section in a track repeatedly.

Press the./+> button to select REPEATMODE> and press the Nx button to confirm. Press the./+> button to select a desired repeat mode and press the Nx button to confirm.

Track Rep

You can choose one mode among Track Rep, A-B Rep and Sentence Rep.
Repeat mode REPEAT/ SOUND button
Press the MENU button. The display returns to the normal screen. You can operate each repeat mode you selected, as refer to the below. Track Rep: see Playing tracks repeatedly (Track Repeat). A-B Rep: see Playing a specified section repeatedly (A-B Repeat). Sentence Rep: see Playing specified sentences repeatedly (Sentence Repeat).

Track Repeat icon

To cancel the Menu mode
Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button. Notes The display automatically returns to the normal playback screen if you do not operate any button for 60 seconds. When there are no audio files in the built-in flash memory, you cannot set any repeat mode. When you connect the Network Walkman to your computer, the selected desired mode will be canceled. You can select repeat mode only in stop mode.
Select the Track Repeat mode (Track Rep) first (page 17). Then, press the REPEAT/SOUND button repeatedly to select the repeat mode you want.
Each press changes the Track Repeat icon as follows:
none (Normal play) (All Repeat) (Single Repeat)
Playing tracks repeatedly (Track Repeat)
The Track Repeat mode is changed by pressing the REPEAT/SOUND button. You can check the current Track Repeat mode with the icon of the display.
(All Shuffle Repeat) (Group Repeat) (Group Shuffle Repeat)
Playing a specified section repeatedly (A-B Repeat)
While playing a track, you can set the start point (A) and end point (B) for a section you wish to play repeatedly.
Notes You cannot set A-B Repeat for a section that overlaps two or more tracks. If you do not set the end point (B), the end point is automatically set at the end of the track. Pressing the./+> button releases the start point (A) which is already set. You cannot use A-B Repeat in the Group mode or when the current time is displayed.
To clear the start point (A) and end point (B)
Press the REPEAT/SOUND button during A-B Repeat playback. Press the MENU button during A-B Repeat playback. Select the Group mode by setting the GROUP/ HOLD switch to (GROUP) during A-B Repeat playback. Select the previous or next track by pressing the./+> button during A-B Repeat playback. (The A-B Repeat mode is not canceled.)

You can preset desired sound quality settings as Sound 1 and Sound 2. While playing music, you can assign a preset sound quality to music.
To adjust the SOUND 2 setting
Select SOUND 2> in step 3.
Press the./+> button to select SOUND> and press the Nx button to confirm. SOUND: is displayed in the screen.

SOUND:1>

Locking the controls (HOLD)
You can protect your Network Walkman against accidental operation by using the HOLD function when carrying it.

Storing non-audio data

You can transfer data from the hard disk of your computer to the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer. The built-in flash memory is displayed in Windows Explorer as an external drive (for example: as the D drive).
Notes If you store a lot of non-audio data into the builtin flash memory, the space for audio data is reduced by the same amount. Do not edit any file in the [OMGAUDIO] folder of the built-in flash memory on Windows Explorer, as audio files will not play back.
Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to HOLD.
All operation buttons are disabled. If you press buttons while the HOLD function is activated, HOLD blinks in the display.
To release the HOLD function
Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to (NORMAL).
B Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman
Adjusting the current time setting (DATE-TIME)
You can set and display the current time.
Press the./+> button to adjust the year setting and press the Nx button to confirm. The month digit blinks.

2005y 1m 1d

As you did in step 3, adjust the settings for month and date. After pressing the./+> button to adjust the date setting and pressing the Nx button to confirm, the display switches to the time setting screen.
Press the./+> button to adjust the hour setting and press the Nx button to confirm. The minute digit blinks.
Press the./+> button to select DATE-TIME and press the Nx button to confirm. The year digit blinks.
As you did in step 5, adjust the settings for minute. After pressing the./+> button to adjust the minute setting and pressing the Nx button to confirm, the display switches to the time setting screen.

DATE-TIME

To display the current time
Press the MENU button and hold it. You can display the current time while pressing the button. Notes If the unit is not used for a long time, your settings of the date and time may be reset. If the current time is not set, the display for the date and time will be -- --.

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.
Press the./+> button to select AVLS: and press the Nx button to confirm. OFF blinks.

AVLS :OFF

Press the./+> button to select ON and press the Nx button to confirm. The (AVLS) indication is displayed. The volume is kept at a moderate level.
Setting the volume using the preset volume function
There are two modes to adjust the volume level. Manual mode: Press the VOLUME +/ button to adjust the volume level in the range of 0 to 31. Preset mode: Press the VOLUME +/ button to set the volume level to any of three preset levels: LO, MID, or HI.
Nx button VOLUME +/ button
To change the setting to OFF

Select OFF in step 3.

Setting a volume level of the preset mode
Press the./+> button to select VOL: MAN.

VOL :MAN

Press the Nx button to confirm. MAN blinks. Press the./+> button to select SET>.

VOL :SET>

Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button. Note If AVLS (page 27) is set, the actual volume may be lower than the settings. Releasing AVLS returns the volume to the preset level.
Press the Nx button to confirm. VOL LO xx* blinks. * xx is the volume level.

VOL LO xx

Switching to the manual mode
Set volume levels of three preset levels: LO, MID, or HI. 1 Press the VOLUME +/ button to set the volume level of the LO preset. 2 Press the./+> button to select VOL MID xx, and then press the VOLUME +/ button to set the volume level of the MID preset. 3 Press the./+> button to select VOL HI xx, and then press the VOLUME +/ button to set the volume level of the HI preset. Press the Nx button to confirm. Press the MENU button. The display returns to the normal screen. With these settings, you can adjust the volume level to any of three preset levels: LO, MID, or HI.
Press the MENU button. The menu screen is displayed. Press the./+> button to select VOL: SET>.
Press the Nx button to confirm. SET> blinks. Press the./+> button to select MAN.
Press the Nx button to confirm. Press the MENU button. The display returns to the normal screen. With this setting, you can adjust the volume level by pressing the VOLUME +/ button.
Turning off the beep sound (BEEP)
You can turn off the beep sounds of your Network Walkman.
To change the setting to ON

Select ON in step 3.

Select [RETURN] in the menu screen, or press the MENU button.
Press the./+> button to select BEEP: and press the Nx button to confirm. ON blinks.

BEEP:ON

Press the./+> button to select OFF and press the Nx button to confirm.

BEEP:OFF

Changing the backlight setting
You can select ON or OFF.
Menu OFF ON Backlight mode Always off Turns on for a few seconds after each operation (or until scrolling is complete)
Press the./+> button to select ON and press the Nx button to confirm.

LIGHT:ON

To set ON
Press the./+> button to select LIGHT: and press the Nx button to confirm. OFF blinks.

LIGHT:OFF

B Other functions
Formatting memory (FORMAT)
You can use your Network Walkman to format the built-in flash memory. If memory is formatted, all data previously stored in the memory will be erased. Be sure to verify the data stored in the memory prior to formatting.
Press the Nx button. FORMATTING blinks and formatting starts. When formatting is complete, COMPLETE is displayed and the display returns to the indication in step 2. Press the MENU button. The display returns to the normal screen.

To cancel formatting

Select N in step 3.

MENU button

./+> button
You cannot format memory while playing music. (FORMAT will not be displayed in the menu screen.)
Press the./+> button to select FORMAT> and press the Nx button to confirm.

FORMAT:N

You cannot format memory while playing music.
Press the./+> button to select Y and press the Nx button to confirm. Really? is displayed.
Displaying the player information (INFO)
Information such as product name, built-in flash memory capacity, serial number and software version can be displayed.
Press the./+> button to select INFO> and press the Nx button to confirm. Press the./+> button to show the following information. 1: 2: 3: 4: product name built-in flash memory capacity serial number software version
To cancel the Menu mode Select [RETURN] in the menu screen or press the MENU button.

B Other Information

Precautions

On installation

Never use your Network Walkman where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. Never leave the Network Walkman exposed to high temperature, such as in a car parked in the sun or under direct sunlight.

On the use

When using a strap, careful to avoid hooking it on objects you pass by. Do not use the Network Walkman on an aircraft.

On cleaning

Clean your Network Walkman casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution. Clean the headphone plug periodically.
Note Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as it may mar the finish of the casing.

On the headphones

Road Safety Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your Network Walkman at a high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using the headphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. Caring for others Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you. Warning If there is lightning when you are using your Network Walkman, take off the headphones immediately.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your Network Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using your Network Walkman, use this troubleshooting guide to help you to remedy the problem prior to consult a Sony dealer. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If a problem occurs while connected to your computer, also refer to Troubleshooting in the online help of the supplied software.

To reset the player

If your Network Walkman does not operate normally, or if there is no sound, even after checking the troubleshooting guide below, remove the battery and re-insert it.

What happened?

On operating
Symptom There is no sound. Noise is generated. Cause/Remedy
The volume level is set to zero. c Turn the volume up (page 14). The headphone jack is not connected properly. c Connect the headphone jack properly (page 14). The headphone plug is dirty. c Clean the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth. No audio files are stored in the memory. c If NO DATA is displayed, transfer audio file(s) from the computer. The GROUP/HOLD switch is set to HOLD. c Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to (NORMAL) (page 25). Your Network Walkman contains moisture condensation. c Leave your Network Walkman aside for a few hours. The remaining battery power is insufficient. c Replace the battery (page 9). The AVLS is enabled. c Disable the AVLS (page 27). The headphone jack is not fully inserted. c Connect the headphone jack fully (page 14). The remaining battery power is insufficient. c Replace the battery (page 9).

Buttons do not work.

The volume is not loud enough. There is no sound from the right channel of the headphones. Playback has stopped suddenly.

On the display window

Symptom The backlight is not turned on. s is displayed for a title. Cause/Remedy LIGHT is set to OFF. c In the menu mode, set LIGHT to ON (page 31). Characters that cannot be displayed on your Network Walkman are involved. c Use the supplied SonicStage software to rename the title with appropriate characters.
On the connection with the computer or supplied software
Symptom The software cannot be installed. USB CONNECT is not displayed when connecting to the computer with the dedicated USB cable. Cause/Remedy An operating system not compatible with the software is used. c For details, refer to the SonicStage operating instructions. Please wait for authentication of the SonicStage software. Another application is running on the computer. c Wait for a while and reconnect the USB cable. If the problem persists, disconnect the USB cable, restart the computer, and then reconnect the USB cable. The dedicated USB cable has disconnected. c Connect the dedicated USB cable. A USB hub is used. c Connecting via a USB hub is not guaranteed. Connect the dedicated USB cable directly to the computer. The dedicate USB cable is disconnected. c Connect the dedicated USB cable.
Your Network Walkman is not recognized by the computer when it is connected to the computer. Song cannot be transferred to your Network Walkman.
The dedicated USB cable is not connected properly. c Connect the USB cable properly. The free space of the built-in flash memory where you want to transfer audio files to is insufficient. c Transfer any unnecessary songs back to your computer to increase free space. You have already transferred to 65,535 songs or 4,096 groups to the built-in flash memory using the SonicStage software. c You can transfer up to 65,535 songs, and 4,096 groups to the built-in flash memory using SonicStage software. One group can contain up to 999 songs. Audio files with a limited playing period or playing count may not be transferred due to restrictions set by copyright holders. For details on the settings of each audio file, contact the distributor.
Symptom The number of audio files that can be transferred is limited. (Available recording time is short.)
Cause/Remedy The free space of the built-in flash memory where you want to transfer to is not enough for the size of audio files you wish to transfer. c Transfer any unnecessary audio files back to the computer to increase free space. Non-audio data is stored in the built-in flash memory where you want to transfer audio files to. c Move non-audio data to the computer to increase free space. USB hub or USB extension cable is used. c Connecting via a USB hub or USB extension cable is not guaranteed. Connect the dedicated USB cable directly to the computer. Your Network Walkman is not connected to the computer properly. c Quit the SonicStage software and verify the connection of the dedicated USB cable. Restart the SonicStage software.

Operation of the Network Walkman becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer. Failed to authenticate Device/Media is displayed on the computer screen while connecting the Network Walkman to the computer.
Symptom There is no beep sound when your Network Walkman is operated. Your Network Walkman gets warm. Cause/Remedy BEEP is set to OFF. c In the menu mode, set BEEP to ON (page 30). In normal use, the player may become slightly warm.

Messages

Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display.
Message AVLS CANNOT PLAY Meaning The volume level exceeds the rated value while the AVLS is enabled. Your Network Walkman cannot play certain files because of incompatible formats. Transferring has been interrupted forcefully. Accessing the built-in flash memory. Remedy Turn the volume down or disable the AVLS. If the file cannot be played, you can erase it from the built-in flash memory. For details, refer to To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory (page 39). Please wait for access to complete. This message appears while transferring audio files and during initialization of the builtin flash memory. Please consult your nearest Sony dealer. If song cannot be played, you can erase it from the built-in flash memory. For details, refer to To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory (page 39). Transfer the normal audio file back to the computer and then format your Network Walkman. For details, refer to To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory on page 39. Set the GROUP/HOLD switch to (NORMAL) to operate the buttons. You must change the battery (page 9). Transfer the normal audio file back to the computer and then format your Network Walkman. For details, refer to To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory on page 39.

DATA ACCESS

ERROR EXPIRED
A malfunction is detected. The song is playback restricted by the copyright holder.

FILE ERROR

The file cannot be read. The file is not normal.
All operation buttons are disabled since the GROUP/HOLD switch is set to HOLD. The battery is low. An unauthorized distribution file is detected for copyright protection.

LOW BATT MG ERROR

Message NO DATA
Meaning There are no audio files in the built-in flash memory. Your Network Walkman is connected to the computer.
Remedy If there are no audio files in the built-in flash memory, use the SonicStage software to transfer audio files. You can operate your Network Walkman using the SonicStage, but you cannot operate the controls on your Network Walkman.

USB CONNECT

To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memory
If CANNOT PLAY, EXPIRED, FILE ERROR, or MG ERROR is displayed, there is a problem with all or part of the data stored in the built-in flash memory. Please follow the procedures below to erase data you cannot play.

Menu list

Press the MENU button to display the menu mode, and then use the./+> button (select) and the Nx button (confirm) to change the settings of your Network Walkman. For details about each menu, refer to the pages in parentheses. The menu with a > mark will be followed by a detailed-setting screen when you press the Nx button to confirm.
Display (Menu mode) REPEATMODE> DISPLAY> (Display mode) VOL: (Preset volume) SOUND> (Digital sounds preset) AVLS: (Automatic Volume Limiter System) BEEP: (Operation sounds setting) LIGHT: (LCD backlight setting) DATE-TIME (Current time setting) Purpose You can select your favorite repeat mode (page 17). You can select your favorite display mode (page 22). You can preset your desired volume level (page 28). You can preset your desired sound quality (page 23). You can set to ON or OFF (page 27). [RETURN] Display (Menu mode) FORMAT> (Formatting memory) INFO> (Information) Purpose You can format the built-in flash memory (page 32). You can be displayed information such as product name, built-in flash memory capacity and serial number (page 33). You can switch to the normal mode by selecting [RETURN] and pressing the Nx button.
You can set to ON or OFF (page 30). OFF: Always off. ON: Turns on for three seconds after each operation (page 31). You can set and display the current time (page 26).
A-B Repeat 19 Accessories 8 ATRACATRAC3plus 41 Audio CDs 6 AVLS (Limiting the volume) 11, 27
Fast-forward Fast-rewind Formatting 32

Group 15, 23

Backlight Battery BEEP (Beep sound) Bit rate 30 41
Headphones 8, 14, 34 HOLD function (Locking the controls) 25

Information 33

CD (Audio CDs) CD-ROM Clock Computer 6 8, 6, 12
LIGHT 31 Limiting the volume (AVLS) 27 Listening 14 Locking the controls (HOLD function) 25
DATE-TIME Display Display mode Download 26 11, 18, 6
MENU button Menu list MP3 16-22, 24, 26-42
EMD service 6 Explorer (Windows Explorer) 13, 25

OpenMG 41

USB cable 8, 12

Playback 14

Volume 28
Remaining battery indication 9 Repeat 17 Repeat count 21 Reset 35 RETURN 43
WAV format Windows Explorer 6 13, 25
Sentence Repeat 20 Serial Number 8, 33 Shuffle Repeat 17 Skip to the beginning of a track 16 SonicStage 12 Sound preset (Digital sound preset) 23
Time Setting Title Track Repeat Transferring Troubleshooting 18 6, 12 35

Sony Corporation

NW-E107
Network Walkman Digital Music Player

Step-up Feature

1GB1 Built-In Memory / Stores 695 Songs2 Up to 70 Hours3 Battery Life with 1 "AAA" Battery Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3/ATRAC3plus Audio Formats Backlit LCD Supports WMA, WAV Audio Formats4 Ultra Compact Design-Weighs Under 1 Ounce Easy Toggle Navigation Transfer Personal Downloaded Music and CD Recordings Skip Proof Design-No Moving Parts Connects to USB Port for High Speed Data Transfer w.Earbuds Supplied Multi Language Display Bass and Treble Equalizer Compatible with the Connect Music Store Music Management Software Supplied Available in Silver

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features

specifications
1GB Built-In Memory which stores 695 songs on the device. Up to 70 Hours3 Battery Life with 1 "AAA" Battery Up to 70 hours of continuous playback on 1 "AAA" battery. Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3/ATRAC3plus Audio Formats For customers who already have extensive music libraries, use the included software and hardware to store and play back their collection of MP3s. For the customer who is just getting into digital music and downloading, Sony's ATRAC format provides higher sound quality with smaller sizes than many competing formats. This enables the user to store more music and have longer listening times. Backlit LCD Provides easy viewing of song data and much more. Supports WMA, WAV Audio Formats The Network Walkman player plays back ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus format and MP3 files, and supports WMA and WAV Ultra Compact Design Weighs under one ounce Easy Toggle Navigation Navigate through tracks, albums and settings by using the large face of the product and "rock" it back and forth to make a selection. Transfer Personal Downloaded Music and CD Recordings between your CDs and your PC, creating your own music mixes for on-the-go enjoyment. Skip Proof Design-No Moving Parts for uninterrupted playback even while carrying the Network Walkman player during active uses. Connects to USB Port for High Speed Data Transfer After mixes have been created in the jukebox, they are easily transferred at high speed to the device. Multi Language Display Displays encoded text in English and foreign languages that can include the artist name, disc name, and/or track name. Compatible with the Connect Music Store Offers one of the most extensive music collections online. Unique features such as Moodmix, Connect Sets and live radio, make this a choice destination for customers looking to expand their music collection. It's easy to discover, find and purchase single tracks or entire albums. Choose from top hits and tracks from independent artists. Music Management Software Supplied Import, manage and easily transfer your digital music collections with the supplied music management software.
Output(s): Headphone (Stereo Mini Jack) Input(s): USB Power Requirements: AAA Alkaline Battery (not included) Battery Life (Approx.): Up to 70 Hours of continuous playback with one AAA Battery Weight:.92 oz (26 g) Dimensions (WHD): 2.21 x 2.21 x.76" (56.2 x 56.2 x 19.2mm) Color: Silver Supplied Accessories: SonicStage Software Headphones (MDR-E808) USB Cable UPC Code: 0272426746770
1. User available memory = 1,022,066,688 bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions. 2. Calculated based on 4 minutes per song in ATRAC3plus @ 48kbps. 3. Up to 70 hours continuous playback with one AAA Battery (fully charged) when playing in ATRAC3 @ 105kbps. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns. 4. Supports unsecured files with conversion to ATRAC3 format. 2005 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, Connect, Network Walkman, SonicStage and Walkman are trademarks of Sony. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

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Last Updated 2005-03-30