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Sony WALKMAN NW-WS623 Help Manual

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Digital Music Player
NW-WS623/WS625
Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your WALKMAN®.
The color of Walkman sold in some countries/regions may differ from those shown above.
This Help Guide is also available as a PDF, which can be downloaded here.
The recommended application for Windows computer has been changed to "Music Center for PC".
The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
Getting Started
Customer registration websites
Before first use
Walkman manuals and general information
Checking the contents of the package
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your WALKMAN®. The color of Walkman sold in some countries/regions may differ from those shown above. This Help Guide is also available as a PDF, which can be downloaded here. The recommended application for Windows computer has been changed to “Music Center for PC”.
  • Page 2 Using the supplied accessories Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds Switching the earbuds Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Power/Charging Turning the Walkman on or off Charging the battery Extending the battery life Notes on charging the battery Basic Operations Parts and controls Handling the Walkman...
  • Page 3 Transferring content using Windows Explorer Importing content from the Walkman to Music Center for PC Using a Mac computer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Creating a playlist on a computer Notes on transferring content from a computer Playing/Organizing/Deleting Music Playing music Skipping to the previous or next unit (folder/playlist/album)
  • Page 4 Rejecting a call Notes on the volume for calls on smartphones Various Functions Ambient Sound Mode What is Ambient Sound Mode? Using Ambient Sound Mode Using the Remote Commander (NW-WS625 only) Parts and controls (Remote Commander) Using the Remote Commander Pairing the Walkman with the Remote Commander Replacing the battery of the Remote Commander Notes on using the Remote Commander...
  • Page 5 The Walkman does not play tracks in the desired order. The same track or album is played repeatedly. Tracks are played in random order. Others How to maintain and clean the Walkman after sports (swimming or running, etc.) 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 6 For customers in Europe: www.sony.eu/mysony For customers in Asia/Oceania/the Middle East/Africa: English/Korean/Traditional Chinese http://www.sony-asia.com/dmpwalkman/register/ Simplified Chinese https://www.sonystyle.com.cn/b2c_sony/b2c/productRegister.do The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Before first use Thank you for purchasing a Walkman. For information on laws, regulations and trademark rights, refer to “Important Information” contained in the supplied software. To read it, install the supplied software on your computer. Before you start using the Walkman, read the topics under [Related Topic].
  • Page 8 Notes on charging the battery after swimming General Information Maintenance Customer support website 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 9: The Contents Of The Help Guide May Be Subject To Change Without Notice Due To Updates To The Product's Specifications

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Walkman manuals and general information Sony provides the following manuals and information regarding the Walkman. The provided manuals explain the following operations and functions. Basic operations. Unique functions that require explanations. Complicated operations that require instructions.

  • Page 10: Related Topic

    Related Topic Customer support website 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 Read Before Using your Walkman in a Pool or the Ocean NW-WS625 Remote Commander (1) The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Checking the contents of the package Switching the earbuds Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Switching the earbuds To enjoy better sound quality, select earbuds with the appropriate size for each ear. Detach the earbuds from the headphones. Hold the headphones, and then twist and pull the earbuds. If the earbuds are slippery, wrap them in a soft dry cloth. Attach new earbuds to the headphones.
  • Page 14 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Checking the contents of the package Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC System requirements 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 16 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer System requirements 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 When you turn off the Walkman, the Remote Commander (NW-WS625 only) turns off. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Confirming the status from the OPR lamp Using the Remote Commander 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 18: Charging The Battery

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Charging the battery Connect the USB cable (supplied) to the USB cradle (supplied). Then, attach the Walkman to the USB cradle. Make sure to connect the terminals ( Connect the Walkman to a running computer via USB. You can check the charging status with the lamp ( While the battery is charging: orange When charging is complete: green...
  • Page 19 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Extending the battery life Notes on charging the battery Notes on charging the battery after swimming Specifications 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 Moderating the differences in volume level between tracks Turning the Bluetooth function on or off One-touch connections with a smartphone (NFC) Notes on the built-in battery Connecting the Walkman to a paired smartphone Battery life 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 When the battery is sufficiently charged but the battery life has dropped to about half of its normal span, the battery may be worn out. Contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The computer may not recognize the Walkman in the following situations.
  • Page 22 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Parts and controls Earbud You can switch the earbuds (standard-type earbuds or Swimming Earbuds) to match the conditions of use. To enjoy better sound quality, select earbuds with the appropriate size for each ear. N-mark Touch a Bluetooth device to this mark to establish a Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 23 + button. The tactile dots can help you operate the buttons without looking at them. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 24 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 How to place the Walkman on your ears Select earbuds with the appropriate size for each ear. If the earbuds do not stay in your ears, try another size. Check the left and right parts of the Walkman. : left : right Hold down the button (...
  • Page 25 Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds Switching the earbuds Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds Detaching the Walkman 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Improving the fit Try the following to fit the Walkman better on your ears. Stabilizing the Walkman with the adjustment band (supplied) Attach the adjustment band to the neckband. The earbuds may fit more firmly into your ears. Stabilizing the Walkman with swimming goggles Stabilize the part next to the arrow in the illustration with the band of your swimming goggles.
  • Page 27 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28 Your ears or eardrums may be damaged. The earbuds may remain in your ears. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Maintenance 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 29 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Confirming the status from the OPR lamp When the Bluetooth function is off The lamp ( ) indicates the condition of the battery and current settings. The lamp has various colors and flashing patterns. When you turn on the Walkman Starting up When you turn on the Walkman, the lamp lights up in green.
  • Page 30 The smartphone is engaged in a call or dialing. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Restarting the Walkman Formatting the Walkman memory 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 31 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds Why does the sound become muffled when you swim? Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean Notes on charging the battery after swimming 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds Use Swimming Earbuds when you swim. Select the appropriate Swimming Earbuds. The standard-type earbuds are attached when you purchase the Walkman. The standard-type earbud has an open hole ( The holes in Swimming Earbuds are covered with a thin film ( ).
  • Page 33 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 34 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Why does the sound become muffled when you swim? The sound may become muffled in the following situations. Water has penetrated the headphones from the gap between your ears and the headphones ( ). The earbuds may not fit your ears securely.
  • Page 35 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Detaching the Walkman Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds Maintenance 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean Do not use your Walkman in a crowded place or in circumstances which an inability to hear surrounding sounds would be dangerous. When you use your Walkman in public or private swimming facilities, follow the rules of that facility. The earbuds create a seal in your ear canal.
  • Page 37 Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds Maintenance Notes on charging the battery 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 Turn down the volume on the Walkman and then turn up the volume on the smartphone. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 The alarm does not sound when the Walkman is in the Headphone mode. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Adjusting the volume 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 41 Import the content on the audio CD to Music Center for PC. For details on the procedure, see [How to use] on the Music Center for PC support website. (http://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Hint You can also use iTunes instead of Music Center for PC to import audio CDs.
  • Page 42 Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Playing music 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 43 Click to transfer. For details on the procedure, see [How to use] on the Music Center for PC support website. (http://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Note Do not disconnect the USB cable during data transfer. Otherwise, the data may be damaged. Transferred content is limited to private use only. Use of content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders.
  • Page 44 Preparing music content Transferring content using Windows Explorer Playing music 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Transferring content using Windows Explorer You can transfer content directly by dragging and dropping it from Windows Explorer. Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB. Open the [WALKMAN] folder as follows. Windows 10: Open [File Explorer] from the [Start] menu.
  • Page 46 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Playing music 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 47 Click in Music Center for PC. For details on the procedure, see [How to use] on the Music Center for PC support website. (http://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Note Do not disconnect the USB cable during data transfer. Otherwise, the data may be damaged.
  • Page 48 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer You can use Content Transfer. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. Use a computer on which Content Transfer has been installed. Launch Content Transfer. Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB.
  • Page 50 Transferred content is limited to private use only. Use of content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Preparing music content Playing music 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Transferring content using Mac Finder You can transfer content directly by dragging and dropping it from Finder. Connect the Walkman to a running computer via USB. Select [WALKMAN] in the sidebar of the Finder. Open the [MUSIC] folder in [WALKMAN].
  • Page 52 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Preparing music content Playing music 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53 Related Topic Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Skipping to the previous or next unit (folder/playlist/album) Changing the playback range (folder/playlist/album) 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 54 Do not rename the following default folders. Otherwise, the Walkman will not recognize the folders. MUSIC The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Playing music You need to transfer music content from a computer to the Walkman in advance. On a Windows computer Use Music Center for PC to transfer content from a CD or the computer to the Walkman. Drag-and-drop content from Windows Explorer.
  • Page 56 Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Adjusting the volume Changing the playback mode (Repeat/Shuffle) 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 57 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Playing music Changing the playback range (folder/playlist/album) Creating a playlist on a computer 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Changing the playback mode (Repeat/Shuffle) You can select a playback mode from the following. The Walkman plays tracks in the normal playback mode as a default. You cannot change the playback mode during playback in the Headphone mode. Normal playback Repeat playback Shuffle playback...
  • Page 60 During One Track Repeat playback, you cannot change the playback range. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Playing music Changing the playback range (folder/playlist/album) 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 61 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Changing the playback range (folder/playlist/album) You can change the playback range. The Walkman plays tracks by folder as a default. Hold down the button ( ) for 3 seconds to select the desired range. Each time you hold down the button ( ) for 3 seconds, you will hear the voice guidance and the playback range will change in the following order.
  • Page 62 Creating a playlist on a computer 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 When you delete tracks using a computer, do not delete or rename the root folder (such as [MUSIC]). Otherwise, the Walkman will not recognize the content. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 You can answer and hang up a phone call via an active Bluetooth connection. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Turning the Bluetooth function on or off Notes on the Bluetooth function 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 One-touch connections with a smartphone (NFC) When you touch the Walkman to a smartphone, the Walkman turns on and pairs with the smartphone automatically. You can establish a Bluetooth connection through a simple operation. Compatible smartphones NFC-compatible smartphones with Android 4.1 or later NFC (Near Field Communication) technology enables short-range wireless communication between various devices...
  • Page 67 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Turning the Walkman on or off Turning the Bluetooth function on or off Notes on the Bluetooth function Confirming the status from the OPR lamp 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired Android smartphone for the first time If you connect the Walkman to an Android smartphone, you can listen to music on the smartphone. Before you use the Walkman with an Android smartphone, pair the Walkman and the smartphone. Once the Walkman and the smartphone are paired, you can easily connect the Walkman to the smartphone in the future.
  • Page 69 Tap the model name of the Walkman. ([NW-WS623] or [NW-WS625]) Depending on the smartphone that you are using, the search may start automatically. If passkey input is required, enter “0000”. The passkey may also be called a “passcode”, “PIN code”, “PIN number”, or “password”.
  • Page 70 Related Topic Turning the Bluetooth function on or off Connecting the Walkman to a paired smartphone One-touch connections with a smartphone (NFC) Notes on the Bluetooth function Confirming the status from the OPR lamp 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired iPhone for the first time If you connect the Walkman to an iPhone, you can listen to music on iPhone. Before you use the Walkman with an iPhone, pair the Walkman and the iPhone. Once the Walkman and the iPhone are paired, you can easily connect the Walkman to the iPhone in the future.
  • Page 72 Tap the model name of the Walkman. ([NW-WS623] or [NW-WS625]) If passkey input is required, enter “0000”. A Passkey may be called a “Pass code,” a “PIN code,” a “PIN number,” or a “Password”. Make sure that the Walkman and the iPhone are paired to each other. When the connection is established, the lamp ( ) lights up.
  • Page 73 Notes on the Bluetooth function Confirming the status from the OPR lamp 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 74 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Connecting the Walkman to a paired smartphone If you have paired the Walkman and a smartphone before, the Walkman is registered to the smartphone. You can connect the Walkman to the smartphone easily. Turn on the Bluetooth function on the last connected smartphone. Make sure that the Walkman is turned on.
  • Page 75 Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired iPhone for the first time One-touch connections with a smartphone (NFC) Notes on the Bluetooth function Confirming the status from the OPR lamp Selecting the Walkman or a smartphone as the sound source 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Turning the Bluetooth function on or off Hold down the button ( ) for 3 seconds to turn on the Walkman. Hold down the button ( ) for 2 seconds to turn on the Bluetooth function. The lamp ( ) will flash.
  • Page 77 Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired iPhone for the first time Connecting the Walkman to a paired smartphone Notes on the Bluetooth function Playing music on a smartphone Confirming the status from the OPR lamp Selecting the Walkman or a smartphone as the sound source 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Playing music on a smartphone You can play music that is stored on a smartphone via a Bluetooth connection. Hold down the button ( ) for 3 seconds to turn on the Walkman. Hold down the button ( ) for 2 seconds to turn on the Bluetooth function.
  • Page 79 Connecting the Walkman to a paired smartphone Selecting the wireless playback quality Notes on the Bluetooth function Confirming the status from the OPR lamp Selecting the Walkman or a smartphone as the sound source Using the Remote Commander 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 If you turn off the Walkman while the Bluetooth function is active, the Bluetooth function will turn on automatically the next time you turn on the Walkman. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Selecting the wireless playback quality You can choose whether to prioritize the sound quality or the stability of the connection. Hold down the button ( ) for 3 seconds to turn off the Walkman. Hold down the button ( ) for 3 seconds while you hold down the button ( The Walkman will turn on.
  • Page 82 Changing the wireless playback quality setting may not have any effect depending on the smartphone settings. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Turning the Bluetooth function on or off Playing music on a smartphone 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 The Walkman supports security functions that comply with the Bluetooth standard. Sony bears no responsibility whatsoever for information leaks that occur as a result of your Bluetooth connection. Even if a Bluetooth device conforms to the standard, all connections and correct operations are not guaranteed.
  • Page 84 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Notes on playing music from a smartphone Due to the characteristics of Bluetooth technology, the radio waves may be blocked by your body. Therefore, the sound from the smartphone may be interrupted. There is a built-in Bluetooth antenna on the right side of the Walkman. If the sound is interrupted, try the following: Carry the smartphone on the right side or front side of your body.
  • Page 85 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Answering a call / hanging up a call You can answer a call to your smartphone. You need to establish a Bluetooth connection between the Walkman and the smartphone in advance. Press the button ( ) to answer a call.
  • Page 87 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Remote Commander (NW-WS625 only) for 2 seconds. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Answering a call / hanging up a call 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 If the AVLS function is active, the Walkman will keep the volume for calls at a moderate level. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Answering a call / hanging up a call Limiting the volume 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Using Ambient Sound Mode 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Using Ambient Sound Mode Press the button ( ) to turn on Ambient Sound Mode. You will hear a beeping sound. The lamp ( ) will flash twice. Ambient Sound Mode will turn on. To turn off Ambient Sound Mode Press the button ( You will hear a beeping sound.
  • Page 92 Walkman is completely dry before the next use. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic What is Ambient Sound Mode? 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Parts and controls (Remote Commander) (Only for models supplied with the Remote Commander) +/– (volume) buttons Press the buttons to adjust the volume for music playback or a call. button (*1) Hold down the button for 2 seconds to turn on the Remote Commander. Press the button to start or pause playback.
  • Page 94 There is a tactile dot. The tactile dots can help you operate the buttons without looking at them. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Using the Remote Commander (Only for models supplied with the Remote Commander) The Remote Commander allows you to operate the Walkman wirelessly. The Remote Commander and the Walkman are already paired as a default. Therefore, you can use the Walkman and the Remote Commander immediately after you turn them on.
  • Page 96 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Parts and controls (Remote Commander) Notes on using the Remote Commander Pairing the Walkman with the Remote Commander 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Pairing the Walkman with the Remote Commander (Only for models supplied with the Remote Commander) You can connect an unpaired Remote Commander to the Walkman using the Bluetooth function. Pairing is necessary in the following cases: You reset the Walkman to the factory settings and the pairing information was deleted from the Walkman.
  • Page 98 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Turning the Bluetooth function on or off Using the Remote Commander Replacing the battery of the Remote Commander Resetting the Walkman to the factory settings 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 When you open the battery cover, the water-resistant performance may be impaired by dust, etc. To maintain the water- resistant performance, consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center for replacement of the battery (at an additional cost).
  • Page 100 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Turning the Walkman on or off Turning the Bluetooth function on or off Pairing the Walkman with the Remote Commander 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 101 IP6X (Degrees of protection against dust): The Remote Commander has been tested to and continues to block dust after stirring for 8 hours in a testing device which contains dust particles that are up to 75 μm in diameter. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Limiting the volume The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function reduces the risk of damage to ears from loud volumes. The AVLS function limits the maximum volume. AVLS has the following features. AVLS limits the volume to a certain level. AVLS prevents disturbances to others caused by loud volumes.
  • Page 103 When the Walkman is in the Headphone mode, you cannot turn on the AVLS function. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Adjusting the volume 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Moderating the differences in volume level between tracks You can moderate the change in volume between tracks to minimize differences in volume level (Dynamic Normalizer). Pause playback. While you hold down the button ( ), hold down the button ( ) for 5 seconds.
  • Page 105 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 ) for 10 seconds until the Walkman restarts. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Resetting the Walkman to the factory settings Formatting the Walkman memory 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Resetting the Walkman to the factory settings This operation resets all setting parameters to the default settings. If you reset the Walkman, pairing information for the Remote Commander (NW-WS625 only) and other Bluetooth devices will be deleted. Pause playback.
  • Page 108 Restarting the Walkman Formatting the Walkman memory Pairing the Walkman with the Remote Commander 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 109 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Formatting the Walkman memory This operation deletes all data (including sample data and the supplied software installer) that is stored on the Walkman. Before you format the internal memory of the Walkman, save a backup copy of important data. Pause playback.
  • Page 110 When the Bluetooth connection is active, you cannot format the memory of the Walkman. Sony does not guarantee performance if you format the memory of the Walkman using a computer. Even if you format the memory, pairing information will remain.
  • Page 111 “Information.txt” in the [WALKMAN] folder on the computer. You can check the following information. 01: Model name 02: System software version The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Updating the Walkman system software 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Customer support website Restarting the Walkman Resetting the Walkman to the factory settings Formatting the Walkman memory Checking information on the Walkman 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 113: Notes On Handling The Walkman

    Consult a doctor if you become injured or burned from using the product. Contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center if the Walkman does not operate properly. Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, an explosion, fire, electric shock, burns, or injury may result.
  • Page 114 Content that you record is for personal use only. Under copyright law, the content cannot be used without the permission of the copyright holder. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 115: Notes On The Headphones

    Consideration for others Avoid using the Walkman in environments where sound leakage will disturb others. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 116: Notes On The Built-In Battery

    If the liquid contacts your body or clothes, wash the liquid off immediately with clean water. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 117: Notes On The Software

    Reproducing the software or the manual in whole or in part. Loaning out the software In no event will Sony be held liable for any of the following incidents that may arise out of the use of the supplied software.

  • Page 118: Notes On The Sample Data

    Sample music is pre-installed on the Walkman for trial listening. Once you have deleted the sample data from the Walkman, you cannot restore it. We will not provide new sample data. Sample data is not installed in some countries or regions. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean Do not use your Walkman in a crowded place or in circumstances which an inability to hear surrounding sounds would be dangerous. When you use your Walkman in public or private swimming facilities, follow the rules of that facility. The earbuds create a seal in your ear canal.
  • Page 120 Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds Maintenance Notes on charging the battery 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 This is a result of static electricity accumulated in the body. This effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural materials. Sony is not responsible for user data even if the following problems occur due to defects in the Walkman or a computer.
  • Page 123 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Maintenance Clean the Walkman with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses. To clean a Walkman that has gotten very dirty, use a cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not clean with solvents such as alcohol, naphtha, or paint thinner.
  • Page 124 Do not rub foreign substances on the mesh sheet. Doing so may push the substances into the headphones. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 Visit the customer support website in your country or region in the following situations. When you have a question about the Walkman. When you have an issue with the Walkman. When you want information on compatible items. For customers in the US: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada: English http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ French http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/...
  • Page 126 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Specifications Interface Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Bluetooth Bluetooth Specifications Communication system Bluetooth Specification Version 4.0 Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method FHSS, Other A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Compatible Bluetooth profiles (*1) AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) HFP/HSP (Hands Free Profile/Headset Profile)
  • Page 128 The battery supplied at the time of purchase may have a shorter battery life as it is installed at the factory to check the performance. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 130 The battery life may differ depending on ambient temperature or the status of use. The value is for reference only. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 131 MP3 128 kbps 880 songs 3,850 songs Linear PCM 1411 kbps 75 songs 350 songs The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 132 Copyright protected files cannot be played back. Non-standard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the Sampling frequency. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 133: System Requirements

    - 10.12 Internet Internet connection We do not guarantee operation for all computers. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 134 Once the operation lamp lights up during charging, you can use the Walkman. Even if the Walkman is connected to a computer, the operation lamp may not light up when the battery level is low. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 135 In such a case, connect the Walkman to the computer for 30 minutes or longer until the operation lamp lights up. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 136 This will gradually decrease the capacity of the battery. As a result, the battery may become depleted quickly even after it is fully charged. To replace the battery, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The battery can be charged approximately 500 times on average.
  • Page 137 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 The computer does not recognize the connected Walkman. Try the following: Confirm the connection between the Walkman and the USB cable (USB cradle). Make sure that the Walkman and the computer are connected correctly using the USB cable (USB cradle) (supplied). If the terminals of the Walkman are dirty, you may not be able to charge the battery or the computer may not recognize the Walkman.
  • Page 138 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 139 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 Sound becomes muffled (low volume). There is no sound. If a foreign substance (such as earwax) adheres to the headphones, the following problems may occur. The sound is not clear. The volume is low. Clean the mesh sheet using a toothbrush, etc.
  • Page 140 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 141 Single-byte alphabetical characters Two-byte Hiragana Two-byte Katakana Chinese characters (Kanji) Two-byte numbers Two-byte alphabetical characters Single-byte Katakana The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 142 [Normal Play] – [Repeat Play] – [Shuffle Play] – [Shuffle All] – [Normal Play]... To switch to the next playback mode, wait until the voice guidance ends. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 143 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625 How to maintain and clean the Walkman after sports (swimming or running, etc.) If sweat, pool water, sand, or mud adheres to the Walkman, perform the following: Rinse the terminals of the Walkman and the headphones with gentle running tap water. Dry the Walkman thoroughly.
  • Page 144 Do not rub foreign substances on the mesh sheet. Doing so may push the substances into the headphones. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-688-892-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

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