Sony NWZ-S716FSNC Quick Start Manual

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System Requirements
 Computer:
IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the following Windows operating systems*:
Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later)/Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later)/
Windows Vista Home Basic/Windows Vista Home Premium/Windows Vista Business/Windows Vista Ultimate
Not supported by 64 bit version OS.
Not supported by OSs other than above.
* Excluding OS Versions not supported by Microsoft.
 CPU: Pentium 4 1.0 GHz or higher
 RAM: 512 MB or more
 Hard Disk Drive: 380 MB or more of available space.
 Display: Screen Resolution: 800 × 600 pixels (or higher) (recommended 1,024 × 768 or higher), Colors: 8 bit
or higher (16 bit recommended)
 CD-ROM drive (supporting Digital Music CD playback capabilities using WDM.)
To create original CDs, a CD-R/RW drive is required.
 Sound board
 USB port (Hi-Speed USB is recommended)
 Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 or 3.0, QuickTime 7.2, Internet Explorer 6.0 or 7.0, Windows Media Player 10 or
11 (Windows Media Player 11 recommended. Some computers that already have Windows Media Player 10
installed may encounter file limitation (AAC, video files, etc.) that can be transferred by dragging and
dropping.).
 Adobe Flash Player 8 or higher needs to be installed.
 Broadband Internet connection is required to use Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) or to visit the web
site.
 We do not guarantee operation for all computers even if they meet the above System Requirements.
Not supported by the following environments:
Personally constructed computers or operating systems / An environment that is an upgrade of the original
manufacturer-installed operating system / Multi-boot environment / Multi-monitor environment / Macintosh
© 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
3-294-595-11 (1)
Quick Start Guide
NWZ-S715F / S716F / S718F

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  • Page 1  CD-ROM drive (supporting Digital Music CD playback capabilities using WDM.) To create original CDs, a CD-R/RW drive is required.  Sound board  USB port (Hi-Speed USB is recommended)  Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 or 3.0, QuickTime 7.2, Internet Explorer 6.0 or 7.0, Windows Media Player 10 or 11 (Windows Media Player 11 recommended. Some computers that already have Windows Media Player 10 installed may encounter file limitation (AAC, video files, etc.) that can be transferred by dragging and dropping.).  Adobe Flash Player 8 or higher needs to be installed.  Broadband Internet connection is required to use Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) or to visit the web site.  We do not guarantee operation for all computers even if they meet the above System Requirements. Not supported by the following environments: Personally constructed computers or operating systems / An environment that is an upgrade of the original manufacturer-installed operating system / Multi-boot environment / Multi-monitor environment / Macintosh © 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia 3-294-595-11 (1) Quick Start Guide NWZ-S715F / S716F / S718F...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the player. Record them in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers in the spaces whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. __________________________ Serial No.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the NWZ-S715F/S716F/S718F*. To begin using the player, first import music songs, videos and photos into your computer and then transfer them to the player. After transferring the data to the player, you can enjoy them wherever you go. * Depending on the country/region in which you have purchased the player, some models may not be available.
  • Page 4: Parts And Controls

    Parts and Controls Rear Front The 5-way button performs different  BACK/HOME button* functions, depending on the displayed Press to go up one list screen level, or to screens. For details, refer to the “Player return to the previous menu. Press and hold Controls and Their Screens”...
  • Page 5: Using The Noise Canceling Function

    Parts and Controls (continued) Using the Noise Canceling Function By setting the NOISE CANCELING switch in the direction of the arrow  , the ambient noise can be reduced. The Noise Canceling function is available only when using the supplied headphones. Slide the NOISE CANCELING switch in the direction of the arrow .
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    About the Home menu (continued) Using the player control Use the 5-way button to operate this player. Press the /// button to select the item in the menu, and then press the  button to confirm. To return to the previous screen, press the BACK/HOME button. If you press and hold the ...
  • Page 7: Turning The Player On And Off

    Getting Started (continued) Turning the Player On and Off To turn on the player Press any button to turn the player on. To turn off the player If you press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button( stand-by mode and the screen turns off to save battery power. If you press any button while in the standby mode, the “Now Playing”...
  • Page 8: Installing The Operation Guide And Software

    Getting Started (continued) Installing the Operation Guide and Software You can install the Operation Guide (PDF file) and software from the supplied CD-ROM following the steps below. Turn on the computer to start Windows. Log on as an administrator. When installing, it is required to log on your computer as an administrator. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your computer.
  • Page 9: Getting Data

    Getting Started (continued) Media Manager for WALKMAN Transferable files: Music (MP3, WMA/AAC* , WAV), Photo (JPEG), Video (MPEG-4 Simple Profile, AVC (H.264/AVC) Baseline Profile), RSS Feed (music, video) Media Manager for WALKMAN can transfer music, photos or videos from the computer to the player and import audio data from CDs.
  • Page 10: Transferring Data

    Transferring Data You can directly transfer data by dragging and dropping using Windows Explorer on your computer. You can also transfer data using the supplied software (  page 15).  Connect the player to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Insert the connector of the USB cable into the player with the Select the player on Windows Explorer, and then drag and drop files.
  • Page 11 Transferring Data Playable data hierarchy has rules. To transfer data properly, see the following illustrations. Data hierarchy may differ, depending on your computer environment. For songs (On Windows Explorer) Drag and drop files or folders into the “MUSIC” folder. However, beyond the 8th level, nothing will be recognized. (On the player) Folders are displayed in the folder name order first, then files are displayed in the file name order.
  • Page 12 Transferring Data For photos (On Windows Explorer) Drag and drop files or folders into the “PICTURE” folder. On the 1st level, the “PICTURE” folder will recognize either a file or a folder. Only files on the 2nd level will be recognized by “PICTURE” folder.
  • Page 13: Playing Music

    Playing Music After transferring data to the player, the data is stored in the “Music Library” of the player. You can search for a song by album name, artist name, genre, etc., and play it back. This section explains how to search for a song by album name and play it back. Music Library After disconnecting the USB cable between the player and computer, press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears.
  • Page 14: Playing Videos/Photos

    Playing Videos/Photos After transferring data to the player, videos are stored in the “Video Library, ” and photos are stored in the “Photo Library. ” You can play a video or show a photo by selecting it from the appropriate list. Video Library Photo Library Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears.
  • Page 15: Listening To Fm Radio

    Listening to FM Radio You can select your favorite broadcast stations or search for receivable broadcast stations automatically. The headphone cord serves as an antenna, so connect the headphones and extend it as far as possible. FM Radio Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears. Press the ///...
  • Page 16: Precautions

    For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ Content providers are using the digital rights management technology for Windows Media contained in this device (“WM-DRM”) to protect the integrity of their content (“Secure Content”)

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