Sony NW-E99 User Manual

NW-E95/E99Operating InstructionsPortable IC Audio PlayerNetwork Walkman“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark ofSony Corporation to represent HeadphoneSt

10Locating controlsFor details about each part, refer to the pages in parentheses.Rear sideFront sideGroupMode1234567890qzOPENqsqd1 Strap hole for att

111Text/graphic information display (page17)Displays track number, track name,current date and time (page 22 to 28),MESSAGE (page 13, 39) and menu.Pre

12Basic OperationsTransferring audio files from thecomputer to your Network WalkmanNoteBefore connecting your Network Walkman to the computer for the

13Basic OperationsNotes• The ACCESS lamp blinks while your Network Walkman accesses the computer.• Do not disconnect the USB cable when the ACCESS lam

14Listening to music with your NetworkWalkmanPlease insert the battery before use (see page 9).NoteWhen using Network Walkman, be sure do disconnect i

15Basic OperationsWhat is the Group function?The Group function enables you to select favorite music conveniently on your NetworkWalkman. You can tran

16ToSkip to the beginningof the next track/group*1Skip to the beginningof the current track/group*1Fast-forward*2Fast-rewind*2*1Rotating and holding o

Advanced Operations17Repeat modeThere are three types of repeat mode: TrackRepeat, A-B Repeat and Sentence Repeat.• Track Repeat (TRK Rep)This mode pl

18Track Repeat iconREPEAT/SOUND buttonRepeat modePlaying the tracksrepeatedly (Track Repeat)The Track Repeat mode is changed bypressing the REPEAT/SOU

Advanced Operations19Playing a specified sectionrepeatedly (A-B Repeat)While playing a track, you can set the startpoint (A) and end point (B) for a s

2WARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, donot expose the unit to rain ormoisture.Do not install the appliance in a confinedspace, such as a bookcase

20Playing specifiedsentences repeatedly(Sentence Repeat)This function automatically detects onlyvoice data from the setting point and repeatsthe voice

Advanced Operations21Setting the repeat countsYou can set the repeat counts (1-9) of onesentence for the Sentence Repeat mode.1 Press the MENU button.

221 Press the MENU button.The menu screen is displayed.REPEATMODE>2 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select“DISPLAY >” and press the Nxbutton to con

Advanced Operations23Adjusting trebleand bass (Digitalsound preset)You can adjust the treble and bass. You canpreset two settings, which can be select

243 Set the tone for “SOUND 1.”1 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select“SOUND 1 >” and press the Nxbutton to confirm.2 “BASS:+1” appears, rotate theSh

Advanced Operations25Storing non-audiodataYou can transfer data from the hard disk ofyour computer to the built-in flash memoryusing Windows Explorer.

26B Adjusting the settings ofyour Network WalkmanChanging the setting to “OFF”The time setting of your Network Walkmandoes not change even when your N

Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman273 Rotate the Shuttle switch to adjustthe “year” setting and press theNx button to confirm.The “month”

28Limiting thevolume (AVLS)You can set AVLS (Automatic VolumeLimiter System) to limit the maximumvolume to prevent auditory disturbance ordistraction.

Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman294 Press the MENU button.To change the setting to “OFF”Select “OFF” in step 3.To cancel the Menu modeSe

3Notice for usersOn the supplied software• Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the softwareor the manual accompanying it in whole or inpart, or rentin

30To cancel the Menu modeSelect [RETURN] in the menu screen or press theMENU button.NoteIf AVLS (page 28) is set, the actual volume may belower than t

Adjusting the settings of your Network Walkman31Turning off thebeep sound (BEEP)You can turn off the beep sounds of yourNetwork Walkman.1 Press the ME

323 Rotate the Shuttle switch to select“ON” and press the Nx button toconfirm.LIGHT:ON4 Press the MENU button.The display returns to the normal screen

Other functions33Regrouping songs(REGROUP)— NW-E95 onlyThe songs group function may be disabled*when a song has been deleted from or addedthe built-in

34Formattingmemory (FORMAT)You can use your Network Walkman toformat the built-in flash memory.If memory is formatted, all data previouslystored in th

Other Information35PrecautionsOn installation• Never use your Network Walkman where itwill be subjected to extremes of light,temperature, moisture or

36TroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using your Network Walkman, use thistroubleshooting guide to help you to re

Other Information37On the display windowSymptomThe backlight is not turnedon.“s” is displayed for a title.On the connection with the computer or suppl

38TroubleshootingSymptomSong cannot be transferredto your Network Walkman.The number of audio filesthat can be transferred to islimited. (Availablerec

Other Information39MessagesFollow the instructions below if an error message appears in the display.MessageACCESSAVLSCANNOT PLAYCONNECTERROREXPIREDFIL

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40To delete abnormal data from the built-in flash memoryIf “CANNOT PLAY,” “EXPIRED,” “FILE ERROR,” or “MG ERROR” is displayed, there is aproblem with

Other Information41Dynamic range85 dB or more (excluding ATRAC3 66 kbps)Operating temperature5˚C to 35˚C (67˚F to 95˚F)Power sourceSize AAA (LR03) alk

42GlossaryMagicGateCopyright protection technology that consists of authentication and encryption technology.Authentication ensures that protected con

Other Information43MP3MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, is a format standard for music file compression. Itwas codified by the Motion Pictur

44Display(Menu mode)FORMAT >(Formattingmemory)REGROUP >(Regroupingdata)(NW-E95 only)[RETURN]PurposesYou can format the built-inflash memory. (pa

45MP3 File Manager software operationWhat you can dowith the MP3 FileManagerYou can transfer MP3 audio files easily,using the MP3 File Manager softwar

46Transferring MP3audio files fromthe computer toyour NetworkWalkman1 Connect your Network Walkmanto your computer.Connect the small connector of thes

47MP3 File Manager software operationNotes• Do not disconnect the USB cable or remove yourNetwork Walkman when the MP3 File Managersoftware is running

48Display of MP3 File Manager1 Album listDouble click this to show the includedtrack list. Double click again to hide thetrack list.2 Track list3Click

49MP3 File Manager software operationErasing audio fileYou can erase a song stored in the built-inflash memory by track or album using MP3File Manager

5Table of ContentsOverview ... 6What you can do with your NetworkWalkman ...

50AA-B Repeat 19ACCESS lamp 12, 46Accessories 8ATRAC3 42ATRAC3plus 42Audio CDs 6AVLS (Limiting the volume)11, 28BBacklight 32Battery 9BEEP (Beep sound

51OOpenMG 42PPC CLK 26Playback 14RRegroup (NW-E95 only) 33Remaining battery indication9Repeat 17Repeat count 21Reset 36RETURN 44SSentence Repeat 20Ser

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6OverviewWhat you can do with your Network WalkmanFirst, you need to install the “SonicStage” software into your computer (MP3 File Managersoftware is

7Other features• Compact size, light weight, skip-proof operation, high portability.• The pre-installed MP3 File Manager software enables you to trans

8Please check the accessories in the package.NW-E95/E99:• Network Walkman (1)• Headphones (1)• Dedicated USB cable (1)• Carrying pouch (1)• Neck strap

9Step 2: Inserting the batteryInsert the LR03 (size AAA) alkaline battery with correct polarity.Be sure to insert it from the E side as illustrated.OP