3-226-930-12(1) Portable Memory Stick Audio Player Network Walkman Operating Instructions NW-MS9 © 2001 Sony Corporation
For the customers in the United States Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located inside the “Memory Stick” slot cover of the player (see page 7). Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. NW-MS9 Serial No.
Table of Contents Overview .......................................... What you can do with your Network Walkman ................ Other features ............................... On “MagicGate Memory Stick” .................................................. 4 4 5 5 Getting Started Step 1: Unpacking ........................... 7 Step 2: Charging the rechargeable battery ......................................... 8 Basic Operations Other Information Precautions .....................................
Overview What you can do with your Network Walkman Network Walkman is a portable Memory Stick audio player. You can easily transfer digital audio files from your computer to the “MagicGate Memory Stick” using this product, and carry it anywhere to enjoy. 1 Store digital EMD Services Audio CDs MP3, WAV and Windows Media Format files audio files on your computer.* 2 Transfer the files to the Network Walkman. 3 Listen to your Network Walkman.
Other features •Compact size, light weight. •Skip-proof: you can enjoy uninterrupted enjoyment of music during physical activities such as jogging or commuting. •Approximately 10 hours of continuous playback with a rechargeable nickel hydride battery. •Recordable time: up to 60 min., 80 min., 120 min.**, on the supplied 64MB “MagicGate Memory Stick.” •Backlight LCD screen: song titles and artist names can be displayed. •High speed data transfer using the supplied USB cable.
Overview (continued) What is “MagicGate”? “MagicGate” is a copyright protection technology for “MagicGate Memory Stick” and compliant products, such as Network Walkman. Authentication ensures that protected content is transferred only between compliant devices and “MagicGate Memory Stick,” and that protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized copying or playback.
Getting Started Step 1: Unpacking Your Memory Stick Audio Player comes with the following items. • Earphones (1) Getting Started • Memory Stick Player (1) • “MagicGate Memory Stick” (1) • USB cable (1) • Rechargeable battery (1) • Battery charger (1) • AC plug adaptor (1) (Except for U.S.A, Europe, Hong Kong, Korea, and Australia model) •“Memory Stick” storage case (1) •Rechargeable battery carrying case (1) •Carrying pouch (1) (Except for U.S.
Step 2: Charging the rechargeable battery Please charge the battery before using the player. 1 Charge the battery. To the wall outlet b Charge lamp (Available only with certain models) For U.S.A and European models: Full charging takes about 7 hours. For U.K. and other countries: After about 1.5 hours, charging ends and the lamp turns off. (To get maximum performance from battery, continue charging it for another hour after the lamp turns off.
Basic Operations Transferring songs from the computer to the “Memory Stick” (Check-Out) In order to check-out digital audio files from your computer, first you must install the supplied OpenMG Jukebox software and then import digital audio files to OpenMG Jukebox. For details, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox operating instructions. 1 Connect Network Walkman to your computer.
Transferring songs from the computer to “Memory Stick” (Check-Out) (continued) 2 Transfer the music file to the “Memory Stick” (Check-out). For details on how to operate, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox operating instructions. When the cover of the USB connector is released. After releasing the cover, to reconnect, follow the steps below. 1 Insert the stud of the cover into the hole of the Network Walkman as shown.
Listening to music with Network Walkman Please charge the battery before use (see page 8). Note When using Network Walkman, be sure to disconnect it from the computer. 1 Insert a recorded “MagicGate Memory Stick” into Network Walkman. All the music files and total playing hours appear. Memory Stick slot 2 Basic Operations When the “Memory Stick” is inserted into the slot, “ACCESS” appears. “MagicGate Memory Stick“ Connect the headphones/earphones. to i jack 3 Start playback.
Listening to music with Network Walkman (continued) On other operations On the display Seesaw key 1 Press (>) 0 01 2 3 0 2 : 01 Press (PUSH) 4 5 Press (.) To Operation of the Seesaw key Go to the beginning of the next track Press (>) once. Go to the beginning of the succeeding tracks 1) Press (>) repeatedly. Go to the beginning of the actual track Press (.) once. Go to previous tracks 1) Press (.) repeatedly. Go forward 2) During playback, press (>) and hold.
Advanced Operations 3 Playing tracks repeatedly (REPEAT) Press b or B of the Seesaw key to select “ALL”, “1”, “SHUF”, or “OFF.” REP : A L L You can play tracks repeatedly in three waysall repeat, single repeat and shuffle repeat. Menu REP OFF Playback mode Display indication* normal none REP ALL all tracks repeatedly REP 1 current track repeatedly 1 REP SHUF all tracks repeatedly in random order SHUF 4 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. The selected playback mode indication lights.
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) Adjusting the sound The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears. Seesaw key Press and hold the MEGA BASS/AVLS button more than one-half second. MEGA BASS/ AVLS buttons The (AVLS) indication lights up in the display. The volume is kept to a moderate level. To cancel AVLS Emphasizing the bass sound (MEGA BASS) Mega Bass function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction.
Changing the display mode Information for the track numbers or song titles appears on the display in playback or stop mode. You can change the display mode. •Elapsed time mode Track number 0 01 Elapsed time 0 2 : 01 Play status During playback: or is displayed alternately. In stop mode: is displayed. While locating tracks: > or . is displayed. While searching a point in a track: M or m is displayed. •Title mode T I T L E / A RT Play status Press the DISPLAY button.
Locking the controls (HOLD) Changing the settings VOLUME +/– buttons To prevent the controls from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function. Seesaw key HOLD switch Press (B) Press (PUSH) MENU button Press (b) To set a reasonable volume (Volume preset functions) There are two modes of adjusting the volume. Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow. Manual mode: By pressing the “VOLUME +/–” button, you can change the setting from 0 to 31.
5 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “VOL LO xx”* blinks. BEEP ON: a beep will sound to indicate that operation has been accepted. * xx is a numeric value. V OL 6 LO To turn off the beep sound (BEEP) xx BEEP OFF: no beep sound will be heard. 1 1 Sets numeric of LO. 2 Press B to display “VOL MID xx,” and set it using “+/–.” 3 Do the same to set “VOL HI xx.” Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. 8 Press the MENU button. The display returns to normal.
Changing the settings (continued) To change the display backlight setting (LIGHT) To set the date and time (DATE – TIME) Menu Backlight mode OFF always off ON turns on for three seconds after each operation (or until scrolling is complete) You can set the current date and time and display it. To play a music item with a playback period restriction, you need to set the date and time. 1 Press the MENU button. The menu is displayed. 1 Press the MENU button. REP : OF F The menu is displayed.
7 Do the same to set the hour and minute, and press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. 8 Press the MENU button. The display returns to normal. To switch between 24 hour display and 12 hour display Press the DISPLAY button during the setting in step 7. To exit from the Menu mode To display the current time Press the DISPLAY button more than one-half second. You can display the current time during pressing. Note If the unit is not used for a long time, it may reset your settings of the date and time.
To erase the “Memory Stick” (ERASE) You can erase music data from the “Memory Stick” one by one. 6 ERASE : Y > 7 8 Press the MENU button. REP : OF F Press b or B of the Seesaw key to display “ERASE.” Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “ERASING” appears, and music data is erased from the “Memory Stick.” After erasing is complete, “COMPLETE” appears, and returns to the display in step 2. The menu is displayed. 2 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “ERASE 001?” appears. Confirm the contents before erasing.
To format the “Memory Stick” (FORMAT) 5 “FORMAT?” appears. 6 Press (PUSH) of the Seesaw key. “FORMATING” blinks, and starts formatting of the “Memory Stick.” When formatting is finished, “COMPLETE” appears in the display, and returns to the menu in step 2. You can use the Network Walkman player to format the “Memory Stick”. If formatted, all data previously recorded on the “Memory Stick” will be erased.
Menu Press the MENU button to display the menu. v REP: Press the Seesaw key to go to the next step. OFF (page 13) ALL Press b or B of the Seesaw key to select an item. 1 SHUF VOL: MAN (page 16) BEEP: SET> LO OFF MID ON HI (page 17) LIGHT: * If you cannot format or erase (while in play/pause mode, or there is no “Memory Stick” inserted), “FORMAT” or “ERASE” does not appear in the display.
Other Information Precautions On safety On installation Never use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. On handling the “Memory Stick” A B Road Safety Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your player at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
Precautions (continued) On cleaning • Clean the player casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as it may mar the finish of the casing. • Clean the headphones/earphones plug and extension cord plug periodically. If you have any questions or problems concerning your Network Walkman, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using Network Walkman, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. For trouble concerning operations while connecting with your computer, please refer to the supplied software‘s online help “Troubleshooting” contents, too.
Troubleshooting (continued) On charging Symptom Cause/Remedy The battery does not last even when recharged. c If you use the player where the temperature is below 0°C (32°F), the battery does not function. c You need to replace the battery. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer. Charging stops just after connecting the supplied battery charger. c The battery is full. (If the charging stops even when the battery is low, this may be due to a problem with the battery life.
Other Symptom Cause/Remedy The buttons do not operate. c Make sure the HOLD switch is OFF (page 16). c You must recharge the battery (page 8). There is no beep sound to indicate that operation has been accepted. c Set the BEEP setting to ON in the menu (page 17). Cannot insert the “Memory Stick.” c Make sure the “Memory Stick” is correctly inserted as shown on Network Walkman (page 9). The current time is reset. c The battery is low and needs to be charged.
Troubleshooting (continued) Error messages Follow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display. 28 Message Meaning Remedy ACCESS Accessing the “Memory Stick.” This is not an error. Please wait for access to be finished. Do not take out the “Memory Stick”. CANNOT PLAY • The player cannot playback certain contents of this “Memory Stick” due to a difference in format. • Check-out has been interrupted forcefully.
Meaning Remedy NO DATA There are no tracks inside “MagicGate Memory Stick.” Use the OpenMG Jukebox to Check-out music items. NO STICK There is no “Memory Stick” inserted. Insert a “Memory Stick.” CONNECT The player is connected to the computer. This is not an error. You can operate using the OpenMG Jukebox software, but you cannot operate the controls on the player. STICK ERROR You cannot access the “Memory Stick,” or the data inside the “Memory Stick” or the player itself is not normal.
Specifications Supplied accessories 44.1kHz 64MB “MagicGate Memory Stick” (1) Rechargeable battery (1) Battery charger (1) AC plug adaptor (1) (Except U.S.A, Europe, Hong Kong, Korea, and Australia model) Earphones (1) USB cable (1) “Memory Stick” storage case (1) Rechargeable battery carrying case (1) Carrying pouch (1) (Except for U.S.
Glossary MagicGate Copyright protection technology that consists of authentication and encryption technology. Authentication ensures that protected content is transferred only between compliant devices and media, and that protected content is recorded and transferred in an encrypted format to prevent unauthorized copying or playback. Note is terminology denoting the copyright protection system developed by Sony. It does not guarantee conversion among other media.
Glossary (continued) SDMI SDMI which stands for Secure Digital Music Initiative, is a forum that consists of over 130 companies in the fields of recorded audio content, computers, and consumer electronics, dedicated to developing an integrated method of copyright protection technology that can be used worldwide. SDMI is working to create a framework for preventing improper usage of audio files and to promote legal music distribution services.
(rear) Looking at the controls Network Walkman (front) 6 q; 7 qa 8 9 1 2 qs qd 3 6 i (Headphones/earphones) jack (page 11) 4 8 HOLD switch (page 16) 9 MEGA BASS/AVLS button (page 14) 0 VOLUME +/– buttons (page 11, 16) qa Dedicated USB jack (page 9) qs MENU button (page 13, 16-22) 1 Access lamp (page 9) qd DISPLAY button (page 12, 15) 2 Seesaw key (page 11-14, 16-22) 3 Display (page 12, 15) 4 Memory Stick slot (page 9, 11) Other Information 5 7 Hole for attaching the key ring or strap (The s
E Index A Access lamp actual track artist name ATRAC3 AVLS 9 12 15 31 14 EMD services 4 ERASE 20 erasure prevention switch 23 earphones 7 F FORMAT formatting 21 6, 21 B Backlight Battery Battery charge lamp 18 8 G go backward go forward 12 12 8 Battery remain indicator BEEP beginning of the track Bit rate 8 17 12 15, 32 C CD (compact disc) CD-ROM charging Check-in Check-out computer 4 7 8 32 9, 32 4, 9 D DATE–TIME display DISPLAY button display mode download 34 18 12, 15 15 15 4 H headphone
M T MEGA BASS 14 MagicGate 31 “MagicGate Memory Stick” 4, 5, 7, 31 “Memory Stick” 5, 23, 31 insert 9 remove 12 Menu 22 MENU button 13, 16-22 TITLE 15 transferring to the “Memory Stick” troubleshooting 25 9 U USB cable 7, 9 V O volume OpenMG 4, 31 OpenMG Jukebox software 9 11, 16 W WAV format Windows Explorer 4 6 P 11 16 12 R REPEAT RETURN 13 22 S Other Information playback Preset volume previous tracks SDMI 31 Serial Number 7 set the current data and time 18 song title 15 spectrum analyze
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