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Future Lab Program N
FL-N01
The following explains how to use FL-N01. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
About the Future Lab Program N application
Use the app to setup FL-N01.
Click here for more information about installing the app on your smartphone.
What is FL-N01?
Concept
Flow of operations to begin FL-N01
Parts and Controls
Packaged contents
Getting Started
Charge
Charging
Checking the battery level
Power on/Power off

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  • Page 1 Help Guide Future Lab Program N FL-N01 The following explains how to use FL-N01. Select a topic from the navigation pane. About the Future Lab Program N application Use the app to setup FL-N01. Click here for more information about installing the app on your smartphone.
  • Page 2 Taking photos at intervals Taking continuous photos Taking a video Taking photos at intervals automatically (Life Snap) Settings Using the dedicated smartphone app “Future Lab Program N” Changing the settings of FL-N01 on the “Future Lab Program N” app PC connection...
  • Page 3 Connecting to a computer Transferring music using a computer Transferring music using Explorer/Finder Deleting music using Explorer/Finder Checking photos stored on the built-in memory Checking photos/videos/activity logs stored on the built-in memory of FL-N01 Information Specifications About the indicators Specifications...
  • Page 4 FL-N01 does not react correctly even though you have sent a voice command. Music You cannot play the music files transferred to FL-N01. Music files on your smartphone cannot be played back. Personalized Radio Service FL-N01 does not deliver information / FL-N01 does not respond to the voice command.
  • Page 5 The music files cannot be transferred to FL-N01 from a computer. The latest system software cannot be installed on FL-N01. Others A drink (water, coffee, etc.) was spilled on FL-N01 / FL-N01 was washed in the washing machine. FL-N01 becomes hot. I lost FL-N01.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Taking continuous photos ......................Taking a video ..........................Taking photos at intervals automatically (Life Snap) ..............Settings ............................Using the dedicated smartphone app “Future Lab Program N” ........... Changing the settings of FL-N01 on the “Future Lab Program N” app ........TOC-1...
  • Page 7 Transferring music using a computer ..................... Transferring music using Explorer/Finder ................Deleting music using Explorer/Finder ..................Checking photos stored on the built-in memory ................Checking photos/videos/activity logs stored on the built-in memory of FL-N01 ..... Information ............................. Specifications ..........................About the indicators ........................
  • Page 8 ................The music files cannot be transferred to FL-N01 from a computer........The latest system software cannot be installed on FL-N01..........Others ............................. A drink (water, coffee, etc.) was spilled on FL-N01 / FL-N01 was washed in TOC-3...
  • Page 9 A drink (water, coffee, etc.) was spilled on FL-N01 / FL-N01 was washed in the washing machine......................FL-N01 becomes hot......................I lost FL-N01......................... I lost both FL-N01 and the smartphone................TOC-4...

  • Page 10: Help Guide Fl-N01

    FL-N01 Installing the “Future Lab Program N” app Settings of FL-N01 can be made on the "Future Lab Program N" app. Access Google Play™ or App Store to download and install the “Future Lab Program N” app on your smartphone.

  • Page 11: Concept

    N is a Concept Prototype featuring a voice interaction system. With ears open, hands free, and eyes no longer distracted by mobile displays, you can enjoy music and get up-to-the-minute information on demand, promoting a more agreeable active lifestyle. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 12: Flow Of Operations To Begin Fl-N01

    Power on FL-N01. Install the “Future Lab Program N” app. Download the “Future Lab Program N” app, a dedicated app for FL-N01, from App Store or Google Play onto your smartphone, and then install. Start and setup the “Future Lab Program N” app.

  • Page 13: Parts And Controls

    Help Guide Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Parts and Controls FL-N01 Custom button Volume +/- button The volume + button has a tactile dot. Voice input button Indicator light (power) button Micro-USB port Charge light Tally light (Camera indicator) Camera...
  • Page 14 Guide rings Micro-USB connector 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 15: Packaged Contents

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Packaged contents After opening the package, check that all items in the list are included. If any items are missing, consult Sony Customer Experience Center. Numbers in ( ) indicate the item amount. FL-N01 (1) Open-ear earphones (1) Micro-USB cable (approx.

  • Page 16: Charging

    FL-N01 again. Even if you do not intend to use FL-N01 for a long time, charge the battery to its full capacity once every six months to maintain its performance. Never use a device other than a computer to charge FL-N01, including commercially available AC adaptors, etc.
  • Page 17 Related Topic Connecting to a computer 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 18: Checking The Battery Level

    Checking the battery level You can check the battery level by talking to FL-N01. Set FL-N01 to ready for operation. Select one of the following methods to set FL-N01 to ready for operation. Tell FL-N01 “Listen up Nigel .” Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.)
  • Page 19 FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation. Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Within a few seconds after hearing the sound, tell FL-N01 "Check battery." You will hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 has received your voice input.
  • Page 20 If you cannnot control FL-N01 well See "How to control FL-N01" for details. Hint You can also check the battery level on the status screen of the “Future Lab Program N” app. Related Topic Installing the “Future Lab Program N” app Using the dedicated smartphone app “Future Lab Program N”...

  • Page 21: Power On/Power Off

    Press and hold the (power) button for more than 4 seconds. Note It takes about one and a half minutes longer to boot-up FL-N01 than usual when 2,000 music files are stored on the built-in memory of FL-N01. Related Topic About the indicators...

  • Page 22: Items Of Initial Setup (Android)

    3. Touch FL-N01 with the smartphone. Touch the smartphone on the N-Mark of FL-N01. Keep touching FL-N01 with the smartphone until the smartphone vibrates. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the smartphone for the designated location to be touched on the smartphone.
  • Page 23 Hint If you cannot connect FL-N01, try the following. Unlock the screen of the smartphone if it is locked and move the smartphone slowly over the N-Mark of FL-N01. If the smartphone is in a case, remove the case. Manual Bluetooth pairing Follow the on-screen instructions of the app to pair and connect with a smartphone.
  • Page 24 To enjoy the full-functions of FL-N01, perform a Bluetooth tethering setting on your smartphone. An initial contract with a mobile provider may be required to use this function. For details about a Bluetooth tethering contract, contact your mobile provider. 1. Follow the on-screen instructions for initial setup, then connect FL-N01 and your smartphone via Bluetooth.
  • Page 25 Life Snap FL-N01 detects when you are in activity (cycling, running or walking), which you have selected on the “Future Lab Program N” app, and automatically takes photos at intervals. Since photos are automatically taken, you can enjoy unexpected scenes.

  • Page 26: Items Of Initial Setup (Iphone)

    7. If the dialog box appears, tap [Pair]. Hint A Bluetooth connection has been completed when [FL-N01] and [FL-N01_BLE] appear on the Bluetooth connection screen of your iPhone. Do not delete these model names from the Bluetooth connection screen of your iPhone.
  • Page 27 Personal Hotspot To enjoy the full-functions of FL-N01, perform a Personal Hotspot setting on your iPhone. An initial contract with a mobile provider may be required to use this function. For details about a Personal Hotspot contract, contact your mobile provider.
  • Page 28 Life Snap FL-N01 detects when you are in activity (cycling, running or walking), which you have selected on the “Future Lab Program N” app, and automatically takes photos at intervals. Since photos are automatically taken, you can enjoy unexpected scenes.

  • Page 29: Wearing Fl-N01

    FL-N01 Wearing FL-N01 Wear FL-N01 on your neck so that the camera is on your right-hand side. Note Do not cover FL-N01 with cloth such as a collar, etc. to maximize the functions of FL-N01. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 30: Using Open-Ear Earphones

    Use the supplied Open-ear earphones when you are aware of sound leakage. Connect FL-N01 and the Open-ear earphones. Wear FL-N01 on your neck so that the camera is on your right-hand side. Place the cable of the left earphone behind your neck.
  • Page 31 Slide up the earphone from under your ear along your jaw then place it into your ear. Pull the earphone down then fit it into your ear. To disconnect the Open-ear earphones from FL-N01 Pull out the connector of the Open-ear earphones, not the cable.
  • Page 32 Note The supplied Open-ear earphones are exclusively designed for FL-N01. Do not connect the supplied Open-ear earphones to a device other than FL-N01. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 33: What Is Voice Control

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 What is voice control? FL-N01 can be operated by voice commands and natural speech. For details, see “Voice command/Natural speech list.” Voice command FL-N01 is operated by fixed phrases such as; Start --- (e.g. Start Weather)

  • Page 34: How To Control Fl-N01

    How to control FL-N01 You can operate FL-N01 with your voice. This section shows you how to use FL-N01 following an example to check the time. Set FL-N01 to ready for operation. Select one of the following methods to set FL-N01 to ready for operation.
  • Page 35 Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Within a few seconds after hearing the sound, tell FL-N01 "What time is it?." You will hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 has received your voice input.
  • Page 36 It may take as long as 10 seconds for FL-N01 to tell you information after it has received your voice input. FL-N01 is released from the ready for operation status when no voice input is sent within 4 seconds after you hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation (step ).
  • Page 37 Voice command on music Voice command on camera Voice command/Natural speech on Personalized Radio service 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 38: Listening To Music

    FL-N01 plays back music files in two different modes: device mode and streaming mode. Device mode Playing back music stored on FL-N01. Sample music files are stored on FL-N01 as a default. You can also transfer desired music files to FL-N01 by connecting to a computer.
  • Page 39 FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation. Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Within a few seconds after hearing the sound, tell FL-N01 "Start Music." You will hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 has received your voice input.
  • Page 40 (Playback may require the latest browser.) FL-N01 starts to playback music. Once a whole playlist has been played back, FL-N01 will go back to the first music file on the playlist (repeat all). To cancel inputting voice command After step , press the voice input button on FL-N01.

  • Page 41: What You Can Do With Device Mode And Streaming Mode

    You can also transfer desired music files to FL-N01 by connecting to a computer. Selectable playback modes Normal play (default), Shuffle play Once a whole playlist has been played back, FL-N01 will go back to the first music file on the playlist (repeat all) even though either playback mode is selected. Available functions See "Voice command/Natural speech list."...
  • Page 42 Change the setting on the “Future Lab Program N” app. - [Music source] to display the screen. Hint The custom button on FL-N01 is assigned to switch between device mode and streaming mode as a default. The function of the custom button...
  • Page 43 “Future Lab Program N” app. Related Topic Listening to music Using the dedicated smartphone app “Future Lab Program N” Changing the settings of FL-N01 on the “Future Lab Program N” app General voice command Voice command on music 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 44: Personalized Radio Service

    Acquiring information when you want by using the voice control function. Receiving Personalized Radio service automatically FL-N01 analyzes where you are, what time it is, and what you are doing, then delivers you useful information automatically. Acquiring Personalized Radio service...
  • Page 45 Hint The Bluetooth tethering/Personal Hotspot setting is required to use the Personalized Radio service. Information (segments) that Personalized Radio service can provide may be updated automatically. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 46: Receiving Personalized Radio Service Automatically

    FL-N01 Receiving Personalized Radio service automatically FL-N01 analyzes where you are, what time it is, and what you are doing, then delivers you useful information automatically. The screen images used in this topic are those used in Android™ smartphones. Perform initial setup on the “Future Lab Program N” app.
  • Page 47 1. Press the voice input button or tell FL-N01 “Listen up Nigel” to set FL-N01 ready for operation. 2. Within a few seconds after hearing the sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation, tell FL-N01 "Next," "Previous," "Bookmark," "More detail," "Repeat item," or "Stop."...

  • Page 48: Acquiring Personalized Radio Service

    FL-N01 Acquiring Personalized Radio service FL-N01 delivers you information whenever you want by using the voice commands. Perform initial setup on the “Future Lab Program N” app. Select the segments you want to receive information from via the Personalized Radio service on the “Future Lab Program N”...
  • Page 49 Set FL-N01 to ready for operation. Select one of the following methods to set FL-N01 to ready for operation. Tell FL-N01 “Listen up Nigel .” Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Press the voice input button on FL-N01.
  • Page 50 If you cannot control FL-N01 well See "How to control FL-N01" for details. Hint You can control/assort information you are receiving by using the voice commands. 1. Press the voice input button or tell FL-N01 “Listen up Nigel” to set FL-N01 ready for operation.
  • Page 51 2. Within a few seconds after hearing the sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation, tell FL-N01 "Next," "Previous," "Bookmark," "More detail," "Repeat item," or "Stop." Related Topic What is voice control? How to control FL-N01...

  • Page 52: About Segments On Personalized Radio Service

    Social Feeds FL-N01 delivers the latest social feeds by reading out a timeline of tweets. Logging in to Twitter is required. When you made a list of “N” by using the list function of Twitter, FL-N01 only reads out tweets from users in the “N” list. Direct messages and mentions which are sent to you are also read out.
  • Page 53 All the settings such as when to start taking logs, your weight, when to announce your lap time, or what to announce (distance, time record, average speed, burned up calories) are made on the "Future Lab Program N" app. Logs are stored in FL-N01. You can update logs by logging in to Strava.

  • Page 54: Taking A Still Image

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Taking a still image You can take a still image with FL-N01 by using the built-in camera. Perform initial setup and camera settings on the “Future Lab Program N” app. Set FL-N01 to ready for operation.
  • Page 55 FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation. Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Within a few seconds after hearing the sound, tell FL-N01 "Take a picture." You will hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 has received your voice input.
  • Page 56 Hear the error sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) FL-N01 takes a picture. Picture data will be stored in FL-N01. You can see them by connecting FL-N01 to a computer. To cancel inputting voice command After step , press the voice input button on FL-N01.

  • Page 57: Taking Photos At Intervals

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Taking photos at intervals You can take photos at intervals with FL-N01 by using the built-in camera. Perform initial setup and camera settings on the “Future Lab Program N” app. Set FL-N01 to ready for operation.
  • Page 58 Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Within a few seconds after hearing the sound, tell FL-N01 "Start interval photo shooting." You will hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 has received your voice input.
  • Page 59 See "How to control FL-N01" for details. To stop taking photos at intervals 1. Set FL-N01 ready for operation by telling FL-N01 “Listen up Nigel” or pressing the voice input button on FL-N01. 2. Within a few seconds after hearing the sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation, tell FL-N01 "Stop interval photo."...

  • Page 60: Taking Continuous Photos

    You can take continuous photos with FL-N01 by using the built-in camera. Perform initial setup and camera settings on the “Future Lab Program N” app. Set FL-N01 to ready for operation. Select one of the following methods to set FL-N01 to ready for operation. Tell FL-N01 “Listen up Nigel .”...
  • Page 61 Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Within a few seconds after hearing the sound, tell FL-N01 "Start continuous photo shooting." You will hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 has received your voice input.
  • Page 62 Hear the error sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) FL-N01 takes continuous photos. Photo data will be stored in FL-N01. You can see them by connecting FL-N01 to a computer. To cancel inputting voice command After step , press the voice input button on FL-N01.

  • Page 63: Taking A Video

    FL-N01 Taking a video You can take a video (maximum to 1 minute long) with FL-N01 by using the built-in camera. Perform initial setup and camera settings on the “Future Lab Program N” app. Set FL-N01 to ready for operation.
  • Page 64 FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation. Hear the sound (Playback may require the latest browser.) Within a few seconds after hearing the sound, tell FL-N01 "Start video shooting." You will hear a sound from FL-N01 which reminds you that FL-N01 has received your voice input.
  • Page 65 The camera will be adjusted automatically to maintain the horizontal position while you are walking or cycling. The angle of the camera is fixed to when the video shooting starts. The function of the custom button on FL-N01 can be changed to take a video with the “Future Lab Program N” app. Note The recording time may be shorter depending on the recording conditions.

  • Page 66: Taking Photos At Intervals Automatically (Life Snap)

    Taking photos at intervals automatically (Life Snap) FL-N01 detects when you are in activity (cycling, running, or walking), which you have selected on the “Future Lab Program N” app, and automatically takes photos at intervals with its built-in camera. Since photos are automatically taken, you can enjoy unexpected scenes.
  • Page 67 You can adjust the maximum number of photos that are stored on FL-N01 on the "Future Lab Program N" app. (The default setting is 1,000.) Tap - [Settings] - [Applications] - [Camera] - [Life Snap] - [Number of Photos in a loop]. When the amount of photos stored on FL-N01 reaches the limit, the oldest photo will be deleted.

  • Page 68: Settings

    The application settings for camera function and the sound setting are available. You can also check information [Settings] about the latest software update, the versions of FL-N01, and the “Future Lab Program N” app. [Music Device mode and streaming mode can be switched.
  • Page 69 Item Description The remaining battery level of FL-N01 The remaining space of FL-N01’s built-in memory The selected music source The status of FL-N01’s GPS signal The status of FL-N01’s camera function The status of activity logs Segment screen You can see the list of segments on the Personalized Radio service.
  • Page 70 Shows the bookmarked segment. You can bookmark a segment by tapping the bookmark icon on the [Past 24 [Bookmarks] hours] screen or by using a voice command while receiving the Personalized Radio service. Bookmarked segments will not be deleted even after 24 hours. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 71: Changing The Settings Of Fl-N01 On The "Future Lab Program N" App

    Launch the “Future Lab Program N” app on your smartphone and follow the on-screen instructions for initial setup, then make a Bluetooth connection or a Personal Hotspot (Bluetooth tethering) setting between FL-N01 and the smartphone. Setting for the voice control function You can select whether FL-N01 is activated by the wake-up phrase.
  • Page 72 [Readout Adjusts the volume that FL-N01 reads out information. volume] [Listen to a FL-N01 plays back the sound and you can check if the speed and volume that FL-N01 reads out information sample] are appropriate. Settings for the sound adjustment You can change the sound setting of FL-N01.
  • Page 73 - [Music source]. Setting for the Personalized Radio service You can check/delete or sign in/out from the accounts that you are using for the Personalized Radio service. - [Settings] - [General] - [Personalized Radio account]. Hint For details on how to select segments on the Personalized Radio service, see “Segment screen” of “Using the dedicated smartphone app “Future Lab Program N”.”...
  • Page 74 Selects the interval of taking photos. interval] [Number of Selects the maximum number of pictures that are stored on FL-N01. When the amount of photos in a pictures stored on FL-N01 reaches the limit, the oldest picture will be deleted.
  • Page 75 - [Settings] - [General]. Item Description [FL-N01 software update] Shows whether there is software update. [FL-N01 information] Shows the software version or license information on FL-N01. [App information] Show the software version or license information of the “Future Lab Program N” app.

  • Page 76: Connecting To A Computer

    Do not disconnect FL-N01 from your computer when transferring data between them. Doing so may result in loss of the data being transferred and data on FL-N01. Do not turn on, restart, wake up from sleep mode, or shut down the computer while FL-N01 is still connected to the computer. Otherwise, FL-N01 may malfunction. Disconnect FL-N01 from the computer before doing these operations.
  • Page 77 Charging 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 78: Transferring Music Using Explorer/Finder

    Music files/folders can be directly transferred to FL-N01 by drag-and-drop using Explorer/Finder. Press and hold the (power) button on FL-N01 for 4 seconds until FL-N01 vibrates to power on. Connect the supplied micro-USB cable to FL-N01, and then connect the other end to a booted computer. Open the [FL-N01] folder.
  • Page 79 FL-N01. Up to 2,000 music files can be transferred at a time. The number of files that can be transferred to FL-N01 at a time vary depending on the size of files and number of tracks that each file contains. 2,000 is a rough standard when there is no other data files stored on the built-in memory of FL- N01.

  • Page 80: Deleting Music Using Explorer/Finder

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Deleting music using Explorer/Finder Use Explorer/Finder to delete music files/folders stored on FL-N01. Connect the supplied micro-USB cable to FL-N01, and then connect the other end to a booted computer. Open the [FL-N01] folder. Open the [MUSIC] folder.

  • Page 81: Checking Photos/Videos/Activity Logs Stored On The Built-In Memory Of Fl-N01

    Hint There are no [DCIM] and [LOG] folders when you purchase FL-N01. The [DCIM] folder will be created automatically when you take photos/videos with FL-N01. The [LOG] folder will be created automatically when you use the Personalized Radio service and the activity logs are recorded.

  • Page 82: About The Indicators

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 About the indicators A: Indicator light B: Charge light C: Tally light (Camera indicator) Power on The indicator light (A) shows the status of FL-N01. Indicator light Status of FL-N01 White Flashes FL-N01 is in power-up. White Flashes twice quickly FL-N01 is turned on.

  • Page 83: Bluetooth Connection

    Indicator light Status of FL-N01 Dark white Flashes slowly FL-N01 is in sleep mode. White Flashes twice quickly FL-N01 is released from sleep mode. Camera The tally light (camera indicator) (C) shows the status of FL-N01. Tally light Status of FL-N01...
  • Page 84 FL-N01 cannot receive a GPS signal. FL-N01 failed to update activity logs. Flashes 3 times FL-N01 is about to shut-down due to a spent battery, increasing internal temperature of FL-N01, quickly or malfunction of hardware. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 85: Specifications

    Help Guide Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Specifications Unit Audio DSP & Sensor Hub: “Low Power Wearable SoC” made by Sony Storage: 8 GB of user area Sensor: Accelerometer/Gyro/GNSS (GPS + GLONASS) Communication System: Bluetooth 4.1 NFC Tag Notifications: Indicator light, charge light, tally light (camera indicator), vibration Interface Micro-USB Type B used for a PC connection (USB 2.0), charging, and the supplied Open-ear earphones connection...

  • Page 86: Battery Life

    Standby time (when FL-N01 is connected to a smartphone, and Personalized Radio setting is off.): About 20 hours Playback (when using the speakers on FL-N01): About 3.0 hours to 5.5 hours (depending on the volume of playback) Playback (when using the supplied Open-ear earphones): About 6.5 hours (depending on the volume of playback) Recommended Computer Environment: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7 SP1, Mac OS X v10.11, Mac OS X v10.10, Mac OS X v10.9...
  • Page 87 Smartphone with Android 5.0 or higher, or iPhone 5s or higher with iOS 9 or higher are required. Also, the Bluetooth Tethering/Personal Hotspot function needs to be equipped with your device. If FL-N01 is outside of the operating temperature, FL-N01 cannot be charged and the charging light of FL-N01 does not light up. Open-ear earphones...

  • Page 88: Folder Hierarchy Recognized By Fl-N01

    The music files can be played back even if they are placed in a location other than the [MUSIC] folder. There are no [DCIM] and [LOG] folders when you purchase FL-N01. The [DCIM] folder will be created automatically when you take photos with FL-N01.

  • Page 89: General Voice Command

    What’s the time? Check the time What time is it? Check the remaining battery level Check battery Check free space on the built-in memory of FL-N01 Check storage Cancel Cancel the voice recognition function after saying “Listen up Nigel” Never mind...
  • Page 90 Change the music source to streaming mode Streaming mode Change the music source to device mode Device mode Related Topic How to control FL-N01 Listening to music What you can do with device mode and streaming mode Acquiring Personalized Radio service 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 91: Voice Command On Music

    Stop repeating track (back to repeat all) Stop repeat play Use the shuffle play mode Shuffle play Stop shuffle Cancel the shuffle play mode play Related Topic How to control FL-N01 Listening to music What you can do with device mode and streaming mode...

  • Page 92: Voice Command On Camera

    Take interval photo Interval photo Stop interval photo Stop taking photos at intervals Stop photo Stop camera Close the camera Close camera Related Topic How to control FL-N01 Taking a still image Taking photos at intervals Taking continuous photos Taking a video...

  • Page 93: Voice Command/Natural Speech On Personalized Radio Service

    Help Guide Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Voice command/Natural speech on Personalized Radio service A network connection is required for some of the voice commands/natural speech. Weather Network connection Start Weather Check weather Check weather Stop reading out weather information Stop Weather Check specific location’s weather by a place-name...
  • Page 94 Check the next news Next news Check the previous news Previous news Check news specified by a category What’s the news on business? Needed Check news specified by a category (entertainment) Anything new in entertainment news? Needed Check the latest news on the specific news site What is the latest news on SFGate? Needed Events...
  • Page 95 Network connection Start Mail Check unread mails Check mail Stop reading out the mail Stop Mail Check the next mail Next mail Check the previous mail Previous mail - Social Feeds Network connection Start Social Feeds Check social feeds - Check social feeds Start Twitter Check Twitter...
  • Page 96 Stop SMS Check the next message Next message Check the previous message Previous message - Related Topic How to control FL-N01 Receiving Personalized Radio service automatically Acquiring Personalized Radio service About segments on Personalized Radio service 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 97: Disclaimer Regarding Services Offered By Third Parties

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sort of situations. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 98: Notes On Recognition Technologies

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Notes on recognition technologies FL-N01 is equipped with recognition technologies though there is a possibility that these technologies may not work properly. You may experience the following issues, but they are not malfunctions. Voice recognition technology Voice recognition may not work properly depending on how you speak such as your volume, speed, articulateness or accent, etc., or depending on other elements such as ambient noise or echoing, etc.

  • Page 99: Precautions

    On operating FL-N01 FL-N01 does not prevent dust, splashes of liquid, or water from entering. Do not get FL-N01 wet. If splashes of liquid enter FL-N01, it does not only cause malfunctions, but it may also damage FL- N01 beyond repair.
  • Page 100 Because smartphones and Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11b/g/n) use the same frequency (2.4 GHz), microwave interference may occur resulting in noise or audio dropout, or communications may be disabled if FL-N01 is used near a Wi-Fi device. In such a case, perform the following.
  • Page 101 Experience Center. Others Do not place FL-N01 in a place exposed to humidity, dust, soot, steam, or direct sunlight. Do not leave FL-N01 in a car for a long time. It may cause a malfunction. The Bluetooth device may not function on mobile phones depending on radio wave conditions and locations where the equipment is being used.
  • Page 102 Do not place magnetic objects such as a credit card near FL-N01 while carrying it. Clean FL-N01 using a soft dry cloth with a small amount of neutral detergent. Do not use thinner, benzin, or alcohol since these chemicals damage the finish of FL-N01.

  • Page 103: Updating Fl-N01

    Press and hold the voice input button and custom button simultaneously for 10 seconds. System update on FL-N01 starts. Hint You can check the system software version of FL-N01 at FL-N01 information on the "Future Lab Program N" app. Related Topic Parts and Controls...

  • Page 104: Copyrights And Trademarks

    FL-N01 Copyrights and trademarks The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.

  • Page 105: What You Can Do To Solve A Problem

    FL-N01 What you can do to solve a problem If FL-N01 does not function as expected, try the following to resolve the issue. Find the symptoms of the issue in this Help Guide, and try any corrective actions listed. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 106: Fl-N01 Is Not Turned On

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 FL-N01 is not turned on. Charge the battery of FL-N01. FL-N01 will not be turned on for 10 seconds after starting to charge the battery. Wait for 10 seconds to turn FL-N01 on. Press and hold the (power) button for 16 seconds to force shutdown of FL-N01 and turn it on again.

  • Page 107: It Takes Time To Power On Fl-N01

    It takes time to power on FL-N01. FL-N01 will not be turned on for 10 seconds after starting to charge the battery. Wait for 10 seconds to turn FL-N01 on. It takes about one and a half minutes longer to boot-up FL-N01 than usual when 2,000 music files are stored on the built-in memory of FL-N01.

  • Page 108: Fl-N01 Cannot Be Operated Even Though It Is Turned On

    FL-N01 cannot be operated even though it is turned on. Charge the battery until it is full. FL-N01 will not be turned on for 10 seconds after starting to charge the battery. Wait for 10 seconds to turn FL-N01 on.

  • Page 109: Fl-N01 Turned Off Unexpectedly

    FL-N01 turned off unexpectedly. Internal temperature of FL-N01 becomes hot depending on the usage environment. When this happens, FL-N01 turns off or force-quits the application for your safety. In this case, wait for a while then turn FL-N01 on again.

  • Page 110: Charging Cannot Be Done

    Charging cannot be done. Check that you are using the supplied micro-USB cable. Check that the micro-USB cable is connected to FL-N01 and the computer firmly. Check that the computer is turned on. Check that the computer is not in the standby time, sleep, or hibernation mode.

  • Page 111: Fl-N01 Cannot Be Recognized By A Computer

    The micro-USB cable is not connected properly to the USB port of the computer. Connect the micro-USB cable again. Check that FL-N01 and the computer are directly connected, and not via a USB hub. A problem may have occurred with the connected USB port of the computer. Connect to another USB port if it is available.

  • Page 112: The Rechargeable Battery Life Is Short

    Charge the battery until it is full. Depending on the environment in which FL-N01 is used, the battery may deteriorate if it is not used for over a year. Contact your nearest Sony Customer Experience Center. The battery life varies depending on the volume of playback.

  • Page 113: No Sound

    The music source may be selected as device mode. Change the setting to streaming mode by pressing the custom button on FL-N01 if you have not changed the function assigned to this button from the default setting. You can also change the setting by using the “Future Lab Program N”...

  • Page 114: Low Sound Level

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Low sound level Check whether the speaker holes on FL-N01 are not covered with cloth, etc. Turn up the volume on both FL-N01 and your smartphone. Adjust [Readout Volume] on the "Future Lab Program N" app.

  • Page 115: Distorted Sound From Fl-N01

    Distorted sound from FL-N01 Turn down the volume of your smartphone. FL-N01 is designed to allow sound distortion at the maximum volume to produce loud sound in terms of ensuring the usage of FL-N01 under a noisy condition. Adjust the volume of FL-N01 by the volume buttons on FL-N01 or [Readout Volume] on the “Future Lab Program N” app.

  • Page 116: Sound Skips Frequently During Playback

    There is an obstacle, such as metal or wall, between FL-N01 and the smartphone. A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, such as a Wi-Fi device, cordless telephone, or microwave oven, is in use near FL-N01. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 117: Volume Changes On Its Own

    FL-N01 is equipped with the auto volume enhancement function which adjusts the volume of FL-N01 automatically according to the ambient noise. To fix the volume level of FL-N01, set [Auto volume enhancement] to off on the “Future Lab Program N” app. Related Topic Using the dedicated smartphone app “Future Lab Program N”...

  • Page 118: Pairing Cannot Be Done

    FL-N01 Pairing cannot be done. Press and hold the custom button on FL-N01 for more than 3 seconds to check if FL-N01 is in the pairing mode. Bring FL-N01 and the smartphone within 1 m (3 feet) from each other.

  • Page 119: How Can I Delete The Pairing Information

    - buttons simultaneously for more than 10 seconds until FL-N01 vibrates. The indicator light flashes for about 10 minutes then FL-N01 turns off. All data such as music files and photos are deleted, and FL-N01 is reset to the factory settings.

  • Page 120: Unable To Connect Fl-N01 To A Smartphone With One-Touch Connection (Nfc)

    Unable to connect FL-N01 to a smartphone with one-touch connection (NFC) Perform initial setup of the “Future Lab Program N” app then try one-touch connection (NFC). Keep the smartphone close to FL-N01 until the smartphone reacts. If you fail to connect, move the smartphone slowly over the N-Mark of FL-N01.

  • Page 121: The Wake-Up Phrase "Listen Up Nigel" Cannot Be Recognized By Fl-N01

    The wake-up phrase "Listen up Nigel" cannot be recognized by FL-N01. Depending on the ambient noise, the wake-up phrase “Listen up Nigel” may not be recognized by FL-N01. Avoid places where loud noise, strong wind, or the echo effect occurs.

  • Page 122: The Voice Command Function Does Not Work Well

    Check whether the speaker holes on FL-N01 are not covered with cloth, etc. You may have talked to FL-N01 too early. Talk to FL-N01 after you hear the sound which reminds you that FL-N01 is ready for operation.

  • Page 123: Fl-N01 Does Not React Correctly Even Though You Have Sent A Voice Command

    FL-N01 does not react correctly even though you have sent a voice command. FL-N01 may react to ambient noise. When FL-N01 is in the ready for operation state, leave it as it is. FL-N01 times out from the ready for operation state. If FL-N01 starts playing back music files or reading out information of Personalized Radio service, you need to talk to FL-N01 with the wake-up phrase “Listen up Nigel”...

  • Page 124: You Cannot Play The Music Files Transferred To Fl-N01

    FL-N01. Charge the battery until it is full. FL-N01 will not be turned on for 10 seconds after starting to charge the battery. Wait for 10 seconds to turn FL-N01 on. Press and hold the (power) button for 16 seconds to force shutdown of FL-N01 and turn it on again.

  • Page 125: Music Files On Your Smartphone Cannot Be Played Back

    The music source may be selected as device mode. Change the setting to streaming mode by pressing the custom button on FL-N01 if you have not changed the function assigned to this button from the default setting. You can also change the setting by using the “Future Lab Program N”...

  • Page 126: Personalized Radio Service

    Help Guide Future Lab Program N FL-N01 FL-N01 does not deliver information / FL-N01 does not respond to the voice command. Check that FL-N01 and the smartphone are connected correctly. Check that the smartphone has a network connection. Check that you have signed in to Personalized Radio service.

  • Page 127: Fl-N01 Delivers Inappropriate Information

    A GPS signal may not be detected correctly. Check the status screen of the “Future Lab Program N” app and make sure that FL-N01 receives a GPS signal. If [Searching] appears on the status screen, move to the place where you can see the sky and stand still until you receive a signal.

  • Page 128: The Route On The Activity Log Is Not Correct

    The route on the activity log is not correct. The accuracy of the activity log decrease temporarily depending on the weather condition or buildings around the area. Related Topic What is Personalized Radio service? Notes on recognition technologies 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 129: Fl-N01 Does Not Deliver Information Based On The Current Location

    FL-N01 does not deliver information based on the current location. Do not cover FL-N01 with wet cloth. FL-N01 may need time to recognize the current location in an urban canyon or crowded place. Wait for a while and try it again.

  • Page 130: Fl-N01 Does Not Read Out The Latest Sms Even Though Telling Fl-N01 "Start Sms

    FL-N01 notifies you of SMS which you receive on your smartphone while FL-N01 and the smartphone are connected via Bluetooth, and FL-N01 will read out the sender and message. If there is no Bluetooth connection between FL-N01 and your smartphone, FL-N01 will not read out SMS even though you receive SMS on your smartphone.

  • Page 131: When Using Activity Log, Live Segments Does Not Start

    Open [Activity Log] on the segment screen of the “Future Lab Program” app. Click [Account] on the [Strava] settings to move to the Strava web page. You need to log in or create a new account on Strava. Register as a premium member of Strava. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 132: Information That Fl-N01 Announces Is Inaccurate When Using Activity Logs With Live Segments

    Live Segments. Information that FL-N01 tells you, such as start/goal positions, the running course or time may be inaccurate since FL-N01 uses a different algorithm from the one that Strava uses when recognizing segments. In this case, information that is uploaded to Strava is accurate.

  • Page 133: Photos And Videos Taken By Fl-N01 Cannot Be Played Back On A Smartphone

    Future Lab Program N FL-N01 Photos and videos taken by FL-N01 cannot be played back on a smartphone. Photos and videos taken by FL-N01 can only be played back on a computer. Connect FL-N01 to a computer. Related Topic Connecting to a computer...

  • Page 134: Video Shooting Stopped In The Middle

    Video shooting stopped in the middle. FL-N01 cannot take a video longer than 1 minute for safety reasons. FL-N01 also stops video shooting automatically depending on the ambient temperature. Wait for a while to let FL-N01 cool down then try to take a video again.

  • Page 135: How Can I Disable The Shutter Sound Of Fl-N01

    Help Guide Future Lab Program N FL-N01 How can I disable the shutter sound of FL-N01? You cannot disable the shutter sound of FL-N01 due to a privacy policy. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 136: Fl-N01 Is Unable To Take A Photo/Video

    FL-N01 FL-N01 is unable to take a photo/video. There is no free space on the built-in memory of FL-N01. Connect FL-N01 to a computer to check whether there is enough space left on the built-in memory. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 137: How Can I Adjust The Camera Angle

    FL-N01 How can I adjust the camera angle? The camera angle is linked together with a sensor installed on FL-N01 and adjusted only in the horizontal direction. Free adjustment of the camera angle is not available. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 138: The Computer Does Not Recognize Fl-N01

    Check that the operating system of your computer is supported by FL-N01. If the remaining battery level of FL-N01 is low, charge the battery. FL-N01 will not be turned on for 10 seconds after starting to charge the battery. Wait for 10 seconds to turn FL-N01 on.

  • Page 139: The Music Files Cannot Be Transferred To Fl-N01 From A Computer

    The music files cannot be transferred to FL-N01 from a computer. There is not enough space on the built-in memory of FL-N01 or you tried to transfer over the maximum amount of files that FL-N01 can receive. Delete unnecessary data and create free space on the built-in memory.

  • Page 140: The Latest System Software Cannot Be Installed On Fl-N01

    "updates.zip" which you have downloaded from the server may be broken. Download it again. If software update is terminated in the middle for any reason, it will be restarted from the beginning when FL-N01 is turned on next time.

  • Page 141: A Drink (Water, Coffee, Etc.) Was Spilled On Fl-N01 / Fl-N01 Was Washed In The Washing Machine

    FL-N01 does not prevent dust, splashes of liquid, or water from entering. If splashes of liquid enter FL-N01, not only does it cause malfunctions, but it may also damage FL-N01 beyond repair. If water or sweat splashes on FL-N01, wipe FL-N01 carefully with a dry cloth.

  • Page 142: Fl-N01 Becomes Hot

    FL-N01 FL-N01 becomes hot. FL-N01 becomes hot if it plays back music files over a long time at maximum volume or takes movies continuously, even it is designed securely. Do not touch the moderately heated surface of FL-N01 for a long time, especially if you have sensitive skin. It may cause swelling or blistering, the symptoms of moderate temperature burn.

  • Page 143: I Lost Fl-N01

    Sign out from [Account Setting] on the “Future Lab Program N” app. There may be a risk of your personal information from leaking. Related Topic Using the dedicated smartphone app “Future Lab Program N” Changing the settings of FL-N01 on the “Future Lab Program N” app 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 144: I Lost Both Fl-N01 And The Smartphone

    Access the service sites (Gmail, Google Calendar, Social Feeds, etc.), which are registered to Personalized Radio service, via a computer then cancel linkage between them and FL-N01. There may be a risk of your personal information from leaking. 4-593-988-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

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