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Hints about transferring
Installing Content Transfer
music
Content Transfer can transfer songs from
the computer to the player. You can use
For details on operating Windows Media Player
iTunes or Windows Explorer by dragging
11, refer to the Help of the software or visit the
following website:
and dropping songs to Content Transfer.
http://www.support.microsoft.com/
Before transferring songs using iTunes or
Windows Explorer, install Content
Notes about transferring
Transfer to the computer as follows:
music
1
Connect the player to the computer
When you transfer songs from Windows Media
by using the stand.
Player 11 to the player, you cannot use Content
2
Select "start" - "My Computer" -
Transfer.
You cannot operate the player during USB
"WALKMAN NWZ-W202" - "Storage
connection.
Media, " and then copy the "PC_
Do not disconnect the USB cable while the status
Application_Software" folder to the
lamp blinks brightly. Otherwise, data being
computer.
transferred or stored on the player may be
damaged.
3
Double-click
If you transfer songs using Windows Media
"ContentTransferInstaller.exe" in the
Player 11, the songs will not be analyzed by 12
"PC_Application_Software" folder.
TONE ANALYSIS. The 12 TONE ANALYSIS
function is loaded with Content Transfer, which
The install wizard of Content Transfer starts.
can analyze the sound patterns of songs.
Install Content Transfer to the computer by
You cannot delete the transferred songs on the
following the on-screen instructions.
player directly. When you delete songs from the
Using Content Transfer
player, use the software you used to transfer the
songs, or Windows Explorer.
You can transfer songs using iTunes or
Hints about playing music
Windows Explorer by dragging and
dropping to Content Transfer.
When playback of the last song is finished, the
player automatically restarts playback from the
Notes
first song and continues in sequential order.
Content Transfer cannot transfer DRM songs to
The playback time of the song clips is set to
the player.
"Zappin short" by default. You can change the
You cannot delete the transferred songs on the
setting to "Zappin long. "
player directly. When you delete songs from the
If you turn off the player by uniting the left and
player, use Content Transfer.
right parts during ZAPPIN playback, the player
Transferring songs from iTunes
starts ZAPPIN playback the next time that you
through Content Transfer
turn on and start playback.
Songs stored on the player are played back in the
Drag and drop the songs that you want to
order of the file or folder names (in numerical or
transfer to Content Transfer. For details on
alphabetical order). Also, in the overall hierarchy
the operation of iTunes, refer to the Help
of all files and folders, songs belonging to each
of the software.
folder are played back in their hierarchical order.
If you rename the files or folders on the player,
Note
the playback order of the songs can be changed.
For details on restrictions on transferring songs
However, the renamed files or folders on the
from iTunes, visit the support web sites (
player are recognized as different from those of
"Customer support web sites").
the original name, so the files or folders of the
Transferring songs using Windows
original name are transferred to the player again.
Explorer
There are 2 ways to transfer songs using
On other operations
Windows Explorer as follows:
Drag and drop songs that you want to
Adjusting the volume
transfer to Content Transfer.
Drag and drop songs directly to "My
Adjust the volume with the VOL+/-
Computer" – "WALKMAN NWZ-
button. The volume can be adjusted in 31
W202" – "Storage Media. "
steps: from 0 to 30. "15" is set by default.
Notes
If you turn off the player or stop playback
with the volume set to "0, " the volume will
The songs transferred directly by dragging and
dropping to the player are not analyzed through
be automatically set to "1" when you start
12 TONE ANALYSIS.
playback next time.
The folders up to the 8th level under "Storage
Media" can be recognized.
Limiting the volume
(AVLS (volume limit))
Formatting the player
If you set AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
If you format the player, all data will be
System) to on, you can limit the maximum
erased and all settings will be returned to
volume to prevent auditory disturbance or
the default status.
distraction, and listen to music at a
Notes
comfortable volume level.
AVLS is set to off by default.
Formatting is only available when the player
does not playback.
1
Unite the left and right parts to turn
If the OPR lamp lights red due to low remaining
off the player.
battery power, the player cannot be formatted.
All data stored on the player will be erased.
2
Separate the left and right parts.
The Content Transfer software included with the
3
Press and hold the jog dial for about
player will also be deleted. If necessary,
download Content Transfer from the customer
5 seconds while pressing the VOL+
support web site.
button, until the status lamp lights.
1
Unite the left and right parts to turn
The status lamp turns off when you release the
jog dial and the VOL+ button. The OPR lamp
off the player.
blinks green 2 times and AVLS is set to on.
2
Separate the left and right parts.
The volume is kept to a moderate level.
To return the setting of AVLS to off, repeat steps 1
3
Press and hold the jog dial for about
to 3. When AVLS is set to off, the OPR lamp blinks
15 seconds until the status lamp
red 2 times in step 3.
blinks quickly.
Release the jog dial. The OPR lamp lights red.
4
4
Rotate the jog dial within 30 seconds
Look for information about the issue
after the OPR lamp lights red.
on the support web sites
The status lamp turns off. The OPR lamp
( "Customer support web sites").
lights alternately green and red each time you
5
If the approaches listed above fail to
rotate the jog dial.
resolve the issue, consult your
5
Press the jog dial while the OPR lamp
nearest Sony dealer.
lights green.
The OPR lamp blinks green quickly and
Symptoms and remedies
formatting is executed. When the OPR lamp
turns off, formatting is complete.
The player cannot charge the
If you press the jog dial while the OPR lamp
battery.
lights red, or if 30 seconds have passed,
formatting will be canceled.
The player is not connected to the supplied stand
properly.
Upgrading the player's
Disconnect the USB connection, and then
reconnect it.
firmware
Use the supplied stand.
The battery is charged in an ambient
You can update the player's firmware,
temperature out of the range of 5 °C (41 °F) to 35
allowing you to add new features to the
°C (95 °F).
player. For details about the latest
Charge the battery in an ambient temperature
firmware information and how to install it,
of 5 °C (41 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F).
The computer is not on.
visit the customer support web site.
Turn on the computer.
1
Download the update program to
The computer has entered sleep or hibernation
the computer from the web site.
status.
Release the computer from sleep or
2
Connect the player to the computer
hibernation status.
by using the stand, and then start up
If the symptom that you encountered does not
the update program.
apply to those listed above, press the RESET
button, and then reconnect the USB connection.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions to
Charging completes very quickly.
update the player's firmware.
If the battery is already almost fully charged
Displaying the player information
when charging begins, little time is needed to
Before updating the firmware, check the
reach full charge.
player's information, such as the model
The player does not turn on.
name, etc. To check the information,
The left and right parts of the player are united.
connect the player to the computer by
Separate them and press the jog dial.
using the stand, and open "information.
The remaining battery power is insufficient.
txt" in "My Computer" – "WALKMAN
Charge the battery by connecting the player to
the computer ( "Charging the player" on the
NWZ-W202. "
front side).
Registering your product
The player takes a long time to start.
It may take time to start if many files or folders
To facilitate customer support, such as the
are stored. While starting, the player makes the
player's firmware upgrade service, please
startup sound.
register your product.*
1
Open the folder of
The OPR lamp blinks red, a long beep is
your country/region's name in: "My
heard, and the player does not turn on.
Computer" – "WALKMAN NWZ-W202"
Remaining battery is low.
– "Storage Media" – "Support" folder, then
Recharge the battery ( "Charging the
double-click "Customer_Registration_
player" on the front side).
XX. " *
2
The OPR lamp lights red, a short
*
The serial number provided for this player is
1
double-beep is heard repeatedly, and
required for your product registration. The
the player does not turn on.
number is shown on the rear of the player.
Formatting the player failed to complete, or you
*
2
Name of country/region is displayed in the
place of "XX. "
formatted the player on the computer.
Retry formatting the player ( "Formatting
the player").
Troubleshooting
Battery life is short.
The operating temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F).
If the player does not function as expected,
Battery life becomes shorter due to the battery
try the following steps to resolve the issue.
characteristics. This is not a malfunction.
1
Battery charging time is not sufficient.
Find the symptoms of the issue in
Charge the battery until the status lamp lights.
"Symptoms and remedies, " and try
The status lamp blinks slowly during charging.
any corrective actions listed.
You have not used the player for a prolonged
2
period.
Connect the player to the computer
The efficiency of the battery will be improved
by using the stand to charge the
by repeatedly charging and discharging it.
battery.
When usable battery life becomes half the usual
You may be able to resolve some issues by
time, even after charging the battery fully, the
charging the battery.
battery should be replaced.
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
3
Press the RESET button with a small
Songs cannot be transferred to the
pin, etc., only when playback is
player.
stopped.
The player is not connected to the supplied stand
If you press the RESET button while operating
properly.
the player, stored data and settings on the
Disconnect the USB connection, and then
player may be deleted.
reconnect it.
There is not enough free space in the built-in
flash memory.
Transfer any unnecessary data back to the
computer to increase free space.
A maximum of 2,000 songs and 500 folders
can be transferred to the player.
You cannot transfer files with formats not
playable on the player.
Transfer files in a playable format (
"Supported file format").
Songs with a limited playing period or playing
count may not be transferred due to restrictions
set by copyright holders. For details on the
settings of each audio file, contact the distributor.
No data is played.
Declaration of Conformity
The player is connected to the computer via USB
connection.
Trade Name:
SONY
Model No.:
NWZ-W202
You cannot operate the player while it is
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
connected to the computer.
Address:
16530 Via Esprillo, San
Songs are played back in a different
Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
order from the playlist.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
Transferred songs of the playlist are played back
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
in the order according to the player's rule, not in
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
the song order of the playlist ( "Hints about
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
playing music").
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
The OPR lamp lights red, a short
interference that may cause undesired
double-beep is heard repeatedly,
operation.
and no data is played.
There is no song that can be played on the player.
Owner's Record
Transfer data to the player.
The model and serial numbers are located on the
You are trying to play an unsupported format or
back of the player. Record them in the space
DRM file.
provided below. Refer to these numbers in the
Transfer files in a playable format (
spaces whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
"Supported file format"). If files that cannot be
regarding this product.
played are unnecessary, delete them from the
Model No. ________________________
player.
Serial No. ________________________
There is no sound.
Notice for customers: the following
information is only applicable to
The volume level is set to zero.
equipment sold in countries applying
Turn the volume up.
EU directives
The volume is not loud enough.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
AVLS is set to on.
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo,
Change the setting of AVLS to off (
Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC
"Limiting the volume (AVLS (volume limit))").
and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH,
The OPR lamp lights red while
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
playing back and the voice guidance
For any service or guarantee matters please refer to
the addresses given in separate service or
of "EXPIRED" is heard.
guarantee documents.
The playback limitation period of the song has
expired, or the playback limitation count has
At high volume, prolonged listening
been reached, based on subscription conditions,
to the personal audio player can
etc.
damage the user's hearing.
Visit the distributor's website from which you
Information for safety
purchased the song, and update it.
If the song is unnecessary, delete it from the
On charging the battery
player.
Do not leave the player connected for extended
The most melodic and rhythmical
periods to a laptop computer that is not
clip of a song is not played back in
connected to AC power, because the player may
ZAPPIN playback.
discharge the computer's battery.
Charging time may vary, depending on the
The song was not analyzed by the 12 TONE
conditions under which you use the battery.
ANALYSIS.
If you do not intend to use the player for over
Transfer songs using Content Transfer which
half a year, charge the battery at least once per 6
will analyze songs by 12 TONE ANALYSIS.
to 12 months for the battery maintenance.
Check that 12 TONE ANALYSIS is set to
O n safety
"Automatic" or "Always ON. "
Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the
player with other metallic objects.
Precautions
Do not touch the rechargeable battery with bare
hands if it is leaking. Since battery liquid may
remain in the player, consult your nearest Sony
The following FCC statement applies only to the
dealer if the battery has leaked. If the liquid gets
version of this model manufactured for sale in the
into your eyes, do not rub your eyes as it may
USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC
lead to blindness. Wash out your eyes with clean
technical regulations.
water, and consult a doctor.
NOTE:
Also, if the liquid gets on to your body or clothes,
This equipment has been tested and found to
wash it off immediately. If you do not, it may
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
cause burns or injury. If you get burned or
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
injured by the liquid from the battery, consult a
are designed to provide reasonable protection
doctor.
against harmful interference in a residential
Do not pour water or put any foreign object in
installation. This equipment generates, uses and
the player. Doing so may cause fire or electric
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
shock.
installed and used in accordance with the
If this occurs, turn off the player immediately,
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
and consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony
radio communications. However, there is no
Service Center.
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
Do not put the player into fire.
particular installation. If this equipment does
Do not take apart or remodel the player. Doing
cause harmful interference to radio or television
so can result in electric shock. Consult your
reception, which can be determined by turning the
nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center for
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
exchange of rechargeable batteries, internal
try to correct the interference by one or more of
checks or repair.
the following measures:
On installation
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
Do not put any heavy object on top of the player
and receiver.
or apply a strong shock to the player. It may
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
cause a malfunction or damage.
circuit different from that to which the receiver
Never use the player where it will be subjected to
is connected.
extremes of light, temperature, moisture or
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
vibration. The player may become discolored,
technician for help.
distorted or damaged.
You are cautioned that any changes or
Never leave the player exposed to high
modifications not expressly approved in this
temperature, such as in a car parked in the sun
manual could void your authority to operate this
or under direct sunlight.
equipment.
Do not leave the player in a place subject to
If you have any questions about this
excessive dust.
Do not leave the player on an unstable surface or
product:
in an inclined position.
Visit: www.sony.com/walkmansupport
If the player causes interference to radio or
Contact: Sony Customer Information Service
television reception, turn the player off and move
Center at 1-(866)-456-7669
it away from the radio or television.
Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center
12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913
On software
Do not expose the player to water. The player is
Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the
not waterproof. Remember to follow the
software or the manual accompanying it in
precautions below.
– Be careful not to drop the player into a sink or
whole or in part, or renting the software without
other container filled with water.
the permission of the copyright holder.
– Do not use the player in humid locations or
In no event will SONY be liable for any financial
damage, or loss of profits, including claims made
bad weather, such as in the rain or snow.
– Do not get the player wet.
by third parties, arising out of the use of the
If you touch the player with wet hands, or put
software supplied with this player.
the player in a damp article of clothing, the
The software provided with this player cannot be
used with equipment other than that to which it
player may get wet and this may cause a
malfunction of the player.
is so designated.
If you want to separate the left and right parts of
Please note that, due to continued efforts to
the player, make sure to hold them each.
improve quality, the software specifications may
be changed without notice.
Pulling the neckband may cause damage to the
neckband.
Operation of this player with software other than
The earbuds may deteriorate due to long-term
that provided is not covered by the warranty.
storage or use.
The ability to display the languages on supplied
software will depend on the installed OS on your
When keeping the player stored on the supplied
computer. For better results, please ensure that
stand, put the stand on a flat place, and avoid
shock.
the installed OS is compatible with the desired
Do not put any cards such as cash cards or credit
language you want to display.
– We do not guarantee all the languages will be
cards with magnetic coding near the player
able to be displayed properly on the supplied
whenever the player is not stored in the supplied
holder. Otherwise, your cards may become
software.
impaired due to the player's magnetic effect.
– User-created characters and some special
characters may not be displayed.
Note on static electricity
The explanations in this manual assume that you
In particularly dry air conditions, mild tingling
are familiar with the basic operations of
may be felt on your ears. This is a result of static
Windows.
electricity accumulated in the body, and not a
For details on the use of your computer and
malfunction of the player.
operating system, please refer to the respective
The effect can be minimized by wearing clothes
manuals.
made from natural materials.
The recorded song is limited to private use only.
On heat build-up
Use of the song beyond this limit requires
Heat may build up in the player while charging if
permission of the copyright holders.
it is used for an extended period of time.
Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/
On safe listening
downloading or damaged data due to problems
Do not use the player while operating a motorized
of the player or computer.
vehilcle; it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal
in many areas.
About sample data*
1
Road safety
The player is pre-installed with sample data.
Avoid listening to the player in situations where
If you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it,
hearing must not be impaired.
and we will not supply any replacement data.
Preventing hearing damage
*
1
In some countries/regions some sample data is
Avoid using the player at a high volume. Hearing
not installed.
experts advise against continuous, loud and
extended play. If you experience a ringing in
Specifications
your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.
Do not turn the volume up high all at once. Turn
up the volume gradually so that loud sound will
Supported file format
not hurt your ears.
Audio Formats (Codec)
Caring for others
Media File format: MP3
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will
(MPEG-1 Layer3) file
allow you to hear outside sounds and to be
format
considerate to the people around you.
File extension: .mp3
Warning
MP3
Bit rate: 32 to 320 kbps
If there is lightning when you are using the
(Supports variable bit rate
player, take off the player immediately.
(VBR))
If you experience an allergic reaction to the
Sampling frequency*
: 32,
1
player, stop using them at once and contact a
44.1, 48 kHz
doctor.
Media File format: ASF file
format
On the use
File extension: .wma
Do not use this player while driving, cycling, or
Bit rate: 32 to 192 kbps
operating any motorized vehicle. You should
(Supports variable bit rate
exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in
WMA
(VBR))
potentially hazardous situations.
Sampling frequency*
1
:
Refrain from using the player according to the
44.1 kHz
in-flight announcements during take off or
* Compatible with WM-
landing in an aircraft.
DRM 10
Note that condensation may form temporarily in
Media File format: MP4
file format
cases such as when the player is moved quickly
File extension: .mp4*
4
, .m4a
from a low-temperature environment to a high
Bit rate: 16 to 320 kbps
temperature environment or used in a room that
AAC-LC*
(Supports variable bit rate
2
has a heater just turned on. Condensation creates
(VBR))*
3
a phenomenon where moisture in the air adheres
Sampling frequency*
1
: 8,
to surfaces such as metal panels, etc., and then
11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24,
changes to liquid.
32, 44.1, 48 kHz
If condensation forms in the player, leave it
*
1
Sampling frequency may not correspond to all
turned off until the condensation disappears. If
encoders.
you use the player with condensation present, a
*
2
Copyright protected AAC-LC files cannot be
malfunction may result.
played back.
On cleaning
*
3
Non-standard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit
Clean the player's case with a soft cloth, such as a
rates are included depending on the sampling
cleaning cloth for eyeglasses.
frequency.
If the player's case becomes very dirty, clean it
*
4
When you transfer files with this extension by
with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or
drag-and-drop from Windows Explorer to this
a mild detergent solution.
player, a confirmation message dialog may
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
appear on your computer. If the message
powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzene,
appears, click "Yes" or "Yes to All, " or retransfer
as it may mar the finish of the case.
the files using Content Transfer.
Be careful not to let water get into the player
from the opening near the connector.
To clean the earbuds, remove them from the
player, and hand wash with a mild detergent
solution. Dry off sufficiently before use after
washing.
Maximum recordable number of
Customer support web sites
songs and time (Approx.)
If you have any questions or issues with this
The approximate times are based on the case in which you
product, or would like information on compatible
transfer only 4 minutes songs in the MP3 format. Other
items with this product, use a shortcut file to access
playable audio file format song numbers and times may
to your country/region's customer support web site
differ from MP3 format.
in the player's memory. Open the folder of your
Bit rate
Songs
Time
country/region's name in: "My Computer" –
48 kbps
1,285
85 hr. 40 min.
"WALKMAN NWZ-W202" – "Storage Media" –
64 kbps
965
64 hr. 20 min.
"Support" folder, then double-click "Customer_
Support_XX. " *
128 kbps
480
32 hr. 00 min.
256 kbps
240
16 hr. 00 min.
* Name of country/region is displayed in the place
320 kbps
190
12 hr. 40 min.
of "XX. "
Headphones
If you do not use the shortcut files, visit one of the
Type: Closed, dynamic
following web sites.
Driver unit: 13.5 mm, dome type (CCAW adopted)
Capacity (User available capacity)*
1
For customers in the USA, visit:
http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport
2 GB (Approx. 1.73 GB = 1,858,600,960 bytes)
For customers in Canada, visit:
*
1
Available storage capacity of the player may vary.
http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/
A portion of the memory is used for data management
functions.
For customers in Europe, visit:
http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA
Interface
For customers in Latin America, visit:
USB mini-B jack
http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)
For customers in other countries/regions, visit:
Operating temperature
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F)
For customers who purchased the overseas models,
visit:
Power source
http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/
Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
USB power (from a computer via the supplied stand)
Charging time
USB-based charging
Approx. 1.5 hours
Quick charge
Approx. 3 minutes charge enables up to approx. 90
minutes playback.
Battery life (continuous playback)
The time below may differ depending on ambient
temperature or the status of use.
Playback at MP3 128 kbps: Approx. 12 hours
Playback at WMA 128 kbps: Approx. 10 hours
Playback at AAC-LC 128 kbps: Approx. 10 hours
Mass
Approx. 35 g (Approx. 1.3 oz)
System requirements
Computer
IBM PC/AT or compatible computer preinstalled with the
following Windows operating systems*
:
1
Windows XP Home Edition (Service Pack 2 or later) /
Windows XP Professional (Service Pack 2 or later) /
Windows Vista Home Basic (Service Pack 1) /
Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1) /
Windows Vista Business (Service Pack 1) /
Windows Vista Ultimate (Service Pack 1)
Not supported by 64 bit version OS.
Not supported by OSs other than above.
*
1
Excluding OS Versions not supported by Microsoft.
CPU: Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher
RAM: 256 MB or more (for Windows XP), 512 MB or
more (for Windows Vista)
Hard Disk drive: 380 MB or more of available space
Sound board
Display:
Screen Resolution: 800 × 600 pixels (or higher)
(recommended 1,024 × 768 or higher)
Colors: 8 bit or higher (16 bit recommended)
USB port (Hi-Speed USB is recommended)
Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher and Windows Media
Player 11 are required.
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
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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