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  • Page 1 Top page NWZ-W273S/W274S Getting Started Transferring Content Help Guide Music Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about Settings your “WALKMAN.” Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list Go to page top 4-476-211-12(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Parts and Controls Parts and controls About the status of the OPR lamp How to install the earbuds How to place your “WALKMAN” on your ears About the Software About the software Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 3: Transferring Content

    Importing music from CDs using Media Go Troubleshooting Transferring music using Media Go Important Information Content Transfer (Mac Only) Specifications Installing Content Transfer Contents list Transferring music using Content Transfer Drag-and-Drop Transferring music using Windows Explorer/Finder on Mac Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 4: Deleting Songs

    Skipping to the previous/next song Troubleshooting Skipping to the previous/next folder Important Information Shuffle playback Specifications Playing songs in a playlist Contents list ZAPPIN playback Adjusting the volume Deleting Songs Deleting songs Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 5 Print Top page > Settings Getting Started Settings Transferring Content Common Settings Music Limiting the volume (AVLS (Volume Limit)) Settings Music Settings Troubleshooting Setting the play mode Important Information Go to page top Specifications Contents list Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    What can I do to solve a problem? Settings Customer support Web site Troubleshooting List of symptoms and possible causes Important Information Operation Specifications Power Contents list Connection to a computer Fitting Water resistance performance ZAPPIN Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 7: Important Information

    Updating the Firmware of your “WALKMAN” Updating the firmware of your “WALKMAN” Formatting your “WALKMAN” Formatting your “WALKMAN” Deleting the Supplied Software Deleting the supplied software License and Trademark Notice License and trademark notice Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Specifications Getting Started Specifications Transferring Content Specifications Music Specifications Settings Contents Troubleshooting System requirements Important Information Go to page top Specifications Contents list Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 9 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Contents list Getting Started Contents list Transferring Content Music Getting Started Settings Customer Registration Web Site Troubleshooting Customer registration Web site Important Information Before Use Specifications Before first use Contents list How to use this Help Guide Using your Walkman while swimming Operation Flow of “WALKMAN”...

  • Page 10: Playing Music

    Installing Content Transfer Transferring music using Content Transfer Drag-and-Drop Transferring music using Windows Explorer/Finder on Mac Go to page top Music Playing Music Playing music Skipping to the previous/next song Skipping to the previous/next folder Shuffle playback Playing songs in a playlist ZAPPIN playback Adjusting the volume Deleting Songs...
  • Page 11 Formatting your “WALKMAN” Formatting your “WALKMAN” Deleting the Supplied Software Deleting the supplied software License and Trademark Notice License and trademark notice Go to page top Specifications Specifications Specifications Contents System requirements Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 Getting Started Transferring Content Customer registration Web site Music Settings Sony recommends that you register your Walkman so we can provide better customer support. Visit one of the following Web sites if you wish to register Troubleshooting your Walkman. Important Information...
  • Page 13 About the operating system For details about the operating system, see [Details]. About battery charging The battery might not be charged at time of purchase. See [Details] for how to charge the battery. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 14 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Before Use > How to use this Help Guide Getting Started How to use this Help Guide Transferring Content Music Selecting a topic to display Settings Searching this Help Guide Troubleshooting Returning to a previous page Printing out a page...
  • Page 15 Searching this Help Guide You can search by keyword in the context of a desired topic. Enter the keyword in the window( ), and click the search button ( Returning to a previous page Use the back button of your web browser ( ) or breadcrumb trail navigation ) to return to a page you have previously viewed.
  • Page 16 Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Before Use > Using your Walkman while swimming Getting Started Transferring Content Using your Walkman while swimming Music Settings Notes while swimming Preparations before swimming Troubleshooting Improving the fit Important Information If the sound becomes muffled during swimming Specifications...
  • Page 18 Hole Thin film Hint : The standard-type earbud has an open hole. : Swimming earbud has a hole covered with a thin film to make it difficult for water to get in. 2. Choose the best fitting earbuds (Applicable to There are 8 different earbuds (standard-type earbuds S/M/L/LL and swimming earbuds S/M/L/LL) including the ones initially attached to your Walkman, supplied inside the box.
  • Page 19 snugly. Turn the headphones part of your Walkman clockwise-counterclockwise to find the best position. Note Fit your Walkman into your ears before swimming while the earbuds and your ears are still dry. Make sure to fit your Walkman into your ears firmly so that water does not get into your ears through a gap between your ears and the headphones.
  • Page 20 If the sound becomes muffled during swimming Water inside your ears or headphones may cause the sound to be muffled. Removing the water from your ears (Applicable to Remove the water from your ears. Removing the water from earbuds (Applicable to Remove the water from your earbuds.
  • Page 21 If you still cannot remove the water from earbuds (Applicable to If this does not remove the water, remove the earbuds from the headphones and pat the headphones lightly an additional 5 to 10 times on a dry cloth. Taking your Walkman off Gently move your Walkman up and down to take it off your ears.
  • Page 22 Wash the earbuds by hand using a mild detergent solution. After washing the earbuds, dry them well. 2. Wash your Walkman. Do not rub foreign substances on the mesh sheet. Doing so may push them into the headphones. mesh sheet Rinse the terminals and headphone sections of your Walkman with gentle running tap water.
  • Page 23 temperature for 2 to 3 hours. Liquids that the water resistant performance specifications apply to Applicable fresh water, tap water, perspiration, pool water liquids other than those above (examples: soapy water, detergent water, water with bath agents, shampoo, hot spring applicable water, salt water, etc.) The water resistant performance of your Walkman is based on our...
  • Page 24 water. If you use your Walkman in a swimming pool, do not exceed a depth of 2 m (6.5 feet) while wearing it. Before use, be sure to read and understand the water resistant specifications completely. (*1) The headphone sections are not water-tight. (*2) IPX5 (Degrees of protection against jets of water): Your Walkman , with standard-type earbuds attached, will maintain its operability even when exposed to direct streams of water from any direction in a situation where...
  • Page 25 The sound volume is lower with Swimming earbuds than with standard- type earbuds. Increase the volume as needed. When you replace Swimming earbuds with the standard-type earbuds, the sound becomes louder. Adjust the volume so as not to hurt your eardrums. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Operation Flow of “WALKMAN” > Operation flow to transfer music Getting Started Transferring Content Operation flow to transfer music Music Settings Transferring music using Media Go (Windows only) Transferring music using Windows Media Player (Windows only) Troubleshooting Transferring music using Content Transfer (Mac only) Important Information...
  • Page 27 For information on how to transfer music by drag-and-drop, see [Details]. Hint For detailed information on how to import music, refer to the Help of the individual software. For details about supported file formats, see [Details]. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Power/Charging > Turning your “WALKMAN” on and off Getting Started Transferring Content Turning your “WALKMAN” on and off Music Settings Turning on your “WALKMAN” Turning off your “WALKMAN” Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list...
  • Page 29 You cannot operate your Walkman when it is connected to a computer. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 30: Charging The Battery

    WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Power/Charging > Charging the battery Getting Started Charging the battery Transferring Content Music Checking the battery charging status Settings Checking the remaining battery power Troubleshooting Notes on charging the battery Important Information The battery of your Walkman is recharged while the Walkman is connected to Specifications...

  • Page 31: Checking The Remaining Battery Power

    Make sure that the terminals of your Walkman ( ) and the USB cradle ( ) are in contact with each other. 3. Connect the USB plug of the USB cradle to an operating computer. Charging starts. Make sure that the OPR lamp window ( ) on the USB cradle lights up in red.
  • Page 32 (the OPR lamp lights up in red). Check that the computer recognizes the Walkman after you have connected it to the computer for about 5 minutes. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 Even while paused, your Walkman consumes battery power. To prevent the battery power from being depleted, turn off the Walkman manually. Turning the volume down You can save battery power by turning down the volume on your Walkman. Related Topics Charging Time Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 34 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Parts and Controls > Parts and controls Getting Started Parts and controls Transferring Content Music Settings Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list Tactile dot There is a tactile dot on the left part of your Walkman. Use it to distinguish left from right when you operate it.
  • Page 35 (*1) Press to start/pause playback. [Details] Press and hold for longer than 1 second to start ZAPPIN playback. [Details] (*1) There is a tactile dot. Use it to help with button operations. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Parts and Controls > About the status of the OPR lamp Getting Started Transferring Content About the status of the OPR lamp Music Settings The OPR lamp indicates the following conditions in addition to charging status and remaining battery power.
  • Page 37 indicating the charging status. During playback or pause Condition indicated Status of OPR lamp Sound Current remaining battery Blinks at about 5- — power. second intervals Error-beep and There is no file that can be message “NO played on your Walkman. DATA”...
  • Page 38 You have entered formatting setting mode. Blinks — Waiting for setting whether formatting is Lights up — executed or not. Waiting for execution of formatting. Lights up — Formatting is being executed. Blinks quickly — Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 2. Make sure that the earbuds fit straight on, not at an angle, to prevent the earbuds from detaching and remaining in your ears. Optional replacement earbuds can be ordered from your nearest Sony dealer. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > Parts and Controls > How to place your “WALKMAN” on your ears Getting Started Transferring Content How to place your “WALKMAN” on your ears Music Settings 1. Check the left ( ) and right ( ) parts of your Walkman.
  • Page 41 If it breaks, a wire- like metal may project from the covering and you could injure yourself. If the neckband breaks, stop using your Walkman. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 42: Compatible Software

    WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Getting Started > About the Software > About the software Getting Started About the software Transferring Content Music Supplied software Settings Compatible software Troubleshooting You can use the software shown below to manage music on your computer Important Information or transfer music to your Walkman.
  • Page 43 Related Topics Importing music from CDs using Media Go Transferring music using Media Go Transferring music using Content Transfer Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44 “WALKMAN Guide,” which includes a list of useful links, is also installed. Note Depending on the environment, restarting your computer may be required. Follow the on-screen instructions. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Transferring Content > Media Go (Windows Only) > Importing music from CDs using Media Go Getting Started Transferring Content Importing music from CDs using Media Go Music Settings You can use Media Go to copy (rip) music from your CDs. Follow these instructions to rip songs from a CD to your computer.
  • Page 46 About the software Transferring music using Media Go Transferring music using Content Transfer Transferring music using Windows Explorer/Finder on Mac Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 47 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Transferring Content > Media Go (Windows Only) > Transferring music using Media Go Getting Started Transferring Content Transferring music using Media Go Music Settings You can use Media Go to transfer music from your computer to your Walkman.
  • Page 48 The control buttons on your Walkman become inoperatable while connected to a computer. Related Topics About the software Importing music from CDs using Media Go Transferring music using Content Transfer Transferring music using Windows Explorer/Finder on Mac Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49 Walkman. Before you delete them, copy the data in the “FOR_MAC” folder to your computer as a backup if necessary. Related Topics About the software Transferring music using Content Transfer Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 50: Transferring Music Using Content Transfer

    3. Drag-and-drop the music or playlists you want to transfer to Content Transfer. The music or playlists are transferred to your Walkman. Related Topics About the software Transferring music using Windows Explorer/Finder on Mac Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Transferring Content > Drag-and-Drop > Transferring music using Windows Explorer/Finder on Mac Getting Started Transferring Content Transferring music using Windows Music Explorer/Finder on Mac Settings Troubleshooting You can directly transfer music by drag-and-drop using Windows Explorer or Finder on Mac.
  • Page 52 Do not change folder name or delete the Music folder. Some songs may not be played back on your Walkman due to copyright protection. Related Topics Transferring music using Media Go Transferring music using Content Transfer Playing music Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Music > Playing Music > Playing music Getting Started Playing music Transferring Content Music About volume operation (Only for countries/areas complying with European Settings Directives) Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Contents list 1. Turn on your Walkman. [Details] 2.
  • Page 54 Transferring music using Content Transfer Transferring music using Windows Explorer/Finder on Mac Skipping to the previous/next song Skipping to the previous/next folder Playing songs in a playlist Shuffle playback ZAPPIN playback Adjusting the volume Deleting songs Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55 Top page > Music > Playing Music > Skipping to the previous/next song Getting Started Skipping to the previous/next song Transferring Content Music Settings Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Previous Contents list Next 1. Press the button to skip to the previous/next song. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 56 Transferring Content Music Settings Troubleshooting Important Information Specifications Previous Contents list Next 1. Press and hold the button for longer than 1 second to skip to the beginning of the previous/next folder. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 57: Shuffle Playback

    1. Press the P.LIST (Playlist)/SHUF (Shuffle) button during playback to play Contents list songs in random order. To return to normal playback, press the P.LIST (Playlist)/SHUF (Shuffle) button again. Note During shuffle playback, you cannot skip to the previous or next folder. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Music > Playing Music > Playing songs in a playlist Getting Started Playing songs in a playlist Transferring Content Music You can transfer and play back playlists created by using an application like Settings Media Go, Windows Media Player or iTunes.
  • Page 59 Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 60: What Is Zappin Playback

    WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Music > Playing Music > ZAPPIN playback Getting Started ZAPPIN playback Transferring Content Music What is ZAPPIN Playback? Settings Starting ZAPPIN playback Troubleshooting Skipping to the previous/next song, shuffle playback, or playlist playback during ZAPPIN playback Important Information Changing the playback time of song clips in ZAPPIN playback...
  • Page 61 ZAPPIN Long Press the button shortly during ZAPPIN playback. Normal playback Starting ZAPPIN playback 1. Press and hold the button for longer than 1 second during normal playback. The voice guidance “Zappin in” is heard and ZAPPIN playback starts. (*1) Press and hold the button for longer than 1 second.
  • Page 62 playback During ZAPPIN playback, you can skip to the previous/next song, play shuffle playback, or play a playlist. The operating procedure is same as that for normal playback. Changing the playback time of song clips in ZAPPIN playback The playback time for song clips can be set to either “Long” or “Short.” ZAPPIN Short (4 seconds) ZAPPIN Long (15 seconds) 1.
  • Page 63 1. Press the button. The voice guidance “Zappin out” is heard and your Walkman returns to normal playback. 2. Press the button again. Playback is paused. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 64: Adjusting The Volume

    0 to 30. “10” is set by default. If you turn off your Walkman with the volume set to “0,” the volume will be automatically set to “1” when you start playback next time. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 Use Media Go or Content Transfer to delete the sample data, which is Contents list preinstalled with some models. Note Do not delete or rename the “MUSIC” folder. Otherwise, they may not be displayed or played on your Walkman. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 The volume is kept to a moderate level. To return the AVLS setting to off, repeat steps 1 to 2. When AVLS is set to off, the OPR lamp blinks red twice in step 2. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 67: Setting The Play Mode

    The songs in your Walkman are sequentially played back in clips Short of 4 seconds each. [Details] ZAPPIN The songs in your Walkman are sequentially played back in clips Long of 15 seconds each. [Details] Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 5. Look up information on the issue on one of the customer support web sites. [Details] 6. If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Hint No data will be deleted by resetting your Walkman. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 69: Traditional Chinese

    For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/dna/wm/ For customers in Asia/Oceania/Africa: English http://www.sony-asia.com/support Korean http://scs.sony.co.kr/walkman/ Simplified Chinese http://service.sony.com.cn/KB/ Traditional Chinese http://service.sony.com.tw/ For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 70 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > List of symptoms and possible causes > Operation Getting Started Transferring Content Operation Music Settings Sound became muffled while swimming. Troubleshooting Because the headphone sections are not water-tight, sound quality of your Important Information Walkman may deteriorate if water gets inside the headphones.
  • Page 71 Playback is not in the order that you expected. Your Walkman performs shuffle playback. Return to normal playback by pressing the P.LIST (Playlist)/SHUF (Shuffle) button. [Details] You transferred the track by drag-and-drop. When tracks are transferred from the computer using drag-and-drop, the track order may be different from the album track order.
  • Page 72 After the initial warning, the alarm and warning repeat for every 20 cumulative hours that the volume is set beyond the specific level (*1); when this happens, the volume is changed to level [7] automatically. (*1) Specific level = [18] Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 When usable battery life becomes half the usual time, even after charging the battery fully, the battery should be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. The Walkman will not charge if the computer enters a power saving mode such as Sleep or Hibernate, and will discharge in this case.
  • Page 74 You have not used your Walkman for more than a year. Depending on the conditions under which your Walkman is used, the battery may have been deteriorated. Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Your Walkman takes a long time to start.
  • Page 75 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Troubleshooting > List of symptoms and possible causes > Connection to a computer Getting Started Transferring Content Connection to a computer Music Settings The computer does not recognize your Walkman. Troubleshooting Your Walkman is not attached to the USB cradle (supplied) properly. Important Information Attach your Walkman to the USB cradle properly and firmly.
  • Page 76 Songs with a limited playing period or play count may not be transferred due to restrictions set by copyright holders. For details on the settings of individual audio file, contact the distributor. You may be attempting to transfer files that are not in a playable format. Transfer files in a playable format, see [Details].
  • Page 77 The imported data will remain untouched. If the remedies above do not solve the problem, use a pen or paper clip, etc. to press the RESET button and reset your Walkman, and then connect again using USB. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 [Details] If your Walkman comes off your ears while you are swimming, try keeping it in place by putting the band of your goggles over the neckband that passes over your ear. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 Because the headphone sections are not watertight, sound quality of your Walkman may deteriorate if water gets inside the headphones. If water gets in the headphones, remove the water, and dry well before using again. [Details] Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 Information on the most melodic or rhythmical section cannot be added to linear PCM (.wav) files. You cannot return to normal playback from ZAPPIN playback. To return to normal playback, press the button for less than about 1 second. [Details] Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 81: Declaration Of Conformity

    USA. If you have any questions about this product: Visit: www.sony.com/walkmansupport Contact: Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-(866)-456-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.:...
  • Page 82 EU directives Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other...

  • Page 83: Listening For A Lifetime

    By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only.
  • Page 84 A safety tip from the Consumer Electronics Association, 1919 South Eads Street, Arlington, VA 22202 and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, Rockville, MD 20850. Other supplied manuals, such as Quick Start Guide, also contain important information. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 Do not place your Walkman in fire. Do not take apart or remodel your Walkman. Doing so can result in electric shock. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center for exchange of rechargeable batteries, internal checks or repair.
  • Page 86 Do not touch the rechargeable battery with bare hands if it is leaking. Since battery liquid may remain in your Walkman, consult your nearest Sony dealer if the battery has leaked. If the liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes as doing so may lead to blindness.
  • Page 87 Recorded songs are limited to private use only. Use of the songs beyond Settings this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damage Troubleshooting to data due to problems with your Walkman or computer.
  • Page 88 When taking your Walkman off, move the Walkman slowly up and down. Gently take the Walkman off your ears. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Troubleshooting In no event will Sony be liable for any financial damage or loss of profits, Important Information including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with your Walkman.
  • Page 90 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Important Information > Cleaning > Notes on cleaning Getting Started Notes on cleaning Transferring Content Music Clean your Walkman with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for Settings eyeglasses. Should your Walkman become excessively dirty, clean it with a soft cloth Troubleshooting slightly moistened with water or mild detergent solution.
  • Page 91 Pat the headphones softly against a dry cloth. Repeat patting about 20 times. Then place a dry cloth under the headphones and leave at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 To check the information, connect the Walkman to your computer by using the USB cradle (supplied). On your computer, check “information.txt” in the [WALKMAN] folder. The “information.txt” contains the following information. 01: Model name 02: Memory capacity 03: Firmware version Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Important Information > Formatting your “WALKMAN” > Formatting your “WALKMAN” Getting Started Transferring Content Formatting your “WALKMAN” Music Settings You can format the built-in flash memory of your Walkman. Troubleshooting Note Important Information If the memory is formatted, all data (songs, etc., including sample data installed at the factory, supplied software installer and the Help Guide) will Specifications...
  • Page 94 Walkman can be deleted after installation to increase the free space in the Walkman. Before you delete them, copy the data in the “FOR_MAC” folder to your computer as a backup if necessary. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 Select [Desktop] from [Start screen] to open [File Explorer]. In the [Computer] list, select [WALKMAN] – [Storage Media]. Mac: Select [WALKMAN] in the sidebar of Finder. 3. Delete the [FOR_WINDOWS] and [FOR_MAC] folder. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 Settings “WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Troubleshooting “12 TONE ANALYSIS” and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Important Information SensMe and the SensMe logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Mobile Communications AB.

  • Page 97: Power Source

    WALKMAN Help guide Search Print Top page > Specifications > Specifications > Specifications Getting Started Specifications Transferring Content Music Interface Settings USB: Troubleshooting Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Output (headphones) Important Information Specifications Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz (when playing data file, single signal measurement) Contents list Power source Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery...
  • Page 98 4 minute songs (not including videos and photos) in the MP3 format. Other playable audio file format song numbers and times may differ from those of the MP3 format. NWZ-W273S (4 GB) Bit rate Number Time [H:M] 128 kbps 990...
  • Page 99 Note Even if the player is turned off for an extended period, a small amount of battery power is still consumed. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100 Transferring Content Music “WALKMAN” (1) Settings Earbuds (1 set) Swimming earbuds (1 set) Troubleshooting USB cradle (1) Important Information Adjustment band (1) Quick Start Guide Specifications Using your Walkman while Swimming Contents list Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 101: 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 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Go to page top Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...

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