Sony Walkman NWZ-S515 Quick Start Manual
Sony Walkman NWZ-S515 Quick Start Manual

Sony Walkman NWZ-S515 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 XP Media Center Edition (Service Pack 2 or later)/Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 (Service
Pack 2 or later)/Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 (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 III 1.0 GHz or higher
 RAM: 128 MB or more (For Windows Vista, 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), Color: 8 bit or
higher (recommended 16 bit)
 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)
 Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, 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.).
* NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only
 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 PCs or operating systems / An environment that is an upgrade of the original
manufacturer-installed operating system / Multi-boot environment / Multi-monitor environment / Macintosh
© 2007 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
3-218-247-11 (1)
Quick Start Guide
NWZ-S515 / S516 / S615F / S616F / S618F

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  • Page 1  Sound board  USB port (Hi-Speed USB is recommended)  Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, 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.). * NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only  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 PCs or operating systems / An environment that is an upgrade of the original manufacturer-installed operating system / Multi-boot environment / Multi-monitor environment / Macintosh © 2007 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia 3-218-247-11 (1) Quick Start Guide NWZ-S515 / S516 / S615F / S616F / S618F...
  • 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-S515/S516/S615F/S616F/S618F*. To begin using the player, first import music songs, videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) 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.
  • Page 4: Supplied Accessories

    Getting Started Supplied Accessories Please check the accessories in the package.  Headphones (1)  USB cable*  Attachment (1) Use when connecting the player to the optional cradle, etc.  CD-ROM* MP3 Conversion Tool  Windows Media Player 11 ...
  • Page 5: 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 6: 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 7: Getting Data

    Getting Data To enjoy transferring data to the player, you need to import data, such as audio, video* or photos from the Internet, audio data from CDs, photo data from a digital camera, or video data from a video camera* to your computer before using the player. To import audio data from CDs, you need to use appropriate software for importing.
  • Page 8 Transferring Data  Hints  You can also transfer data to the player using Windows Media Player. For details about usage, or support on Windows Media Player, refer to the Windows Media Player information from the following web site: http://support.microsoft.com/ ...
  • Page 9 Transferring Data For videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) (On Windows Explorer) Drag and drop files or folders into the “VIDEO” folder. On the 1st level, the “VIDEO” folder will recognize either a file or a folder. Files and folders beyond the 2nd level will not be recognized. However, files on the 2nd level will be recognized.
  • Page 10: Transferring Data

    Transferring Data Notes  Do not disconnect the USB cable while “Do not disconnect. ” appears on the player or the data being transferred may be damaged.  You cannot change folder names or delete the “MUSIC, ” “MP_ROOT, ” “VIDEO” (NWZ-S615F/ S616F/S618F only), “PICTURES, ”...
  • Page 11: 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 * Home menu is differed depending on the model you use.
  • Page 12: Playing Videos (Nwz-S615F/S616F/S618F Only) /Photos

    Playing Videos (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) Videos transferred using Windows Explorer 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 /Photos...
  • Page 13: Listening To Fm Radio (Nwz-S615F/S616F/S618F Only)

    Listening to FM Radio (NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only) 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.
  • Page 14: Parts And Controls

    Parts and Controls Rear Front functions, depending on the displayed  BACK/HOME button* screens. For details, refer to the “Player Press to go up one list screen level, or to Controls and Their Screens” of the return to the previous menu. Press and hold Operation Guide (PDF file).
  • Page 15: About The Home Menu

    Displays the “Now Playing” screen. FM Radio* Plays FM radio (  page 24). NWZ-S515/S516 only NWZ-S615F/S616F/S618F only The method to use or set player functions, troubleshooting information, etc., are explained in the Operation Guide (PDF file). Also refer to the Operation Guide (PDF file) for more information about advanced features.
  • Page 16 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.css.ap.sony.com 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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