Sony MP3 Player 4 185 044 111 User Manual

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Operation Guide  
NWZ-B152 / B153 / B152F / B153F  
4-185-044-11(1)  
©2010 Sony Corporation  
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Table of Contents  
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Playing Music  
Settings  
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Basic Operations and Screens  
Basic Operations and Screens  
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Parts and Controls  
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Front  
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Headphones  
REC/STOP button  
BASS/PLAY MODE*2 button  
Activates the Bass function to  
emphasize the low sound range (  
Starts/stops recording.  
You can record sound using the  
player’s built-in microphone (  
You can also change the play mode  
( p. 28).  
You can also record the currently  
received FM program (NWZ-B152F/  
 *1 button  
Turns on/off the player ( p. 9).  
B153F only) ( p. 37).  
VOL +*1/– button  
Adjusts the volume.  
Starts/pauses song playback (  
p. 21), or pauses/restarts recording  
(
ZAP button  
When a menu appears on the display,  
use this button to confirm a menu  
Changes between normal playback  
item ( p. 12).  
and ZAPPIN playback ( p. 24).  
You can also change the playback  
range of song clips in ZAPPIN  
Shuttle switch  
Rotate to find the beginning of a  
playback ( p. 25).  
song, or fast-rewinds/forwards (  
When a menu appears on the display,  
rotate to select a menu item (  
Continued  
*1 There are tactile dots. Use them to help with  
button operations.  
*2 The function marked with  
on the player  
is activated when you press and hold the  
corresponding button.  
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Basic Operations and Screens  
Front  
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Headphones  
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(Headphone) jack  
BACK/HOME button  
For connecting the headphones.  
Insert the jack pin until it clicks into  
place. If the headphones are  
connected improperly, the sound  
from the headphones will be  
impaired.  
Returns to the previous menu. Press  
and hold this button to display the  
Home menu ( p. 12).  
Power illuminator  
Illuminated by LED ( p. 47). The  
illumination pattern varies according  
to the operation.  
Display  
The display varies depending on the  
application that is currently active  
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Rear  
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MIC (Microphone)  
USB cap  
When connecting with USB, remove  
the USB cap.  
See  
Strap hole  
Used to attach a strap (sold  
separately).  
To remove the USB cap  
RESET button  
Resets the player when you press the  
USB connector  
RESET button with a small pin, etc  
(
When you turn on the player after  
resetting it, the player reactivates the  
previously set items.  
HOLD switch  
You can protect the player against  
accidental operation while carrying  
it by setting the HOLD switch.  
By sliding the HOLD switch in the  
direction of the arrow (), all  
operation buttons are disabled. If you  
press buttons while the hold function  
is activated, [HOLD] appears in the  
display. If you slide the HOLD switch  
to the opposite position, the hold  
function is released.  
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Playback screen  
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Song 12  
Folder 1  
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Song title/File name indication  
Playback range indication  
Playback progress bar  
Play mode indication  
Displays the current play mode icon  
(
p. 28). If the play mode is set to  
[Normal], no icon appears.  
ZAPPIN playback indication  
Indicates ZAPPIN playback status  
Playing status indication  
Displays the current play mode.  
: playback/: pause  
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Bass function/equalizer mode  
: fast-rewind/: fast-forward  
indication  
Displays whether the Bass function  
Current song number indication  
(
p. 29) is activated, or which  
equalizer mode is activated (  
Remaining battery indication  
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Turning the Player On and Off  
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button  
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To turn on the player  
Press the button to turn on the player. The player resumes the operation  
from the point where you last turned off.  
Hint  
If [HOLD] appears in the display, slide the HOLD switch in the opposite direction of the  
arrow () to release the hold function.  
To turn off the player  
Press and hold the button to turn off the player. [POWER OFF] appears.  
Hint  
If there is no operation for a certain period of time while in stop mode, the display turns  
off automatically to save the battery power. If there is no operation for an extended  
period, the player turns off completely. The batteries are consumed a little in this status.  
You cannot operate the player when it is connected to a computer. Disconnect the player  
before operating the player.  
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About the Home Menu  
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The following table shows the items of the Home menu. For details on the item  
list of each menu, see  
For details about each menu item, refer to the specified reference page.  
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Home menu  
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Music Library  
The icons appear in the Home menu and the color of the selected icon is  
inverted.  
Plays back/deletes a recorded sound file ( p. 41).  
[Voice]  
Plays back transferred songs on the player ( p. 21).  
[Music Library]  
[FM]  
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Plays FM radio, or plays back/deletes a recorded FM  
*
program ( p. 33).  
[Settings]  
Sets the function for music, FM*1, voice recording, or  
player settings ( p. 45).  
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and items related to the [FM] function appear on NWZ-B152F/B153F only.  
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[Voice]..................................... 41  
[Play Rec Data]............................43  
[Delete Rec Data]........................42  
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[Settings]  
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[Play Mode] ............................ 28  
[Equalizer]............................... 30  
[ZAPPIN Range].................... 25  
[FM Settings]*1  
[Scan Sensitivity].................... 40  
[FM Auto Preset].................... 35  
[Rec Settings]  
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[Music Library] ......................... 21  
[Now Playing]........................21, 26  
[Folder].........................................26  
[All Songs]....................................26  
[Artist]..........................................26  
[Album]........................................26  
[Playlists]......................................26  
[Genre] .........................................26  
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[Voice Record Codec]............ 44  
[Common Settings]  
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[Set Date-Time]................ 17, 45  
[AVLS(Volume Limit)].......... 46  
[Beep] ...................................... 46  
[Power Save Mode] ................ 47  
[LED]....................................... 47  
[Contrast]................................ 47  
[Information]...............................48  
[Language] .............................16, 49  
[Initialize]  
[Release Year] ..............................26  
[FM]*1...................................... 33  
[Manual].......................................33  
[Preset] .........................................33  
[Play Rec Data]............................39  
[Delete Rec Data]........................38  
[Add Preset].................................36  
[Delete Preset] .............................36  
[Reset All Settings]................. 50  
[Format] .................................. 51  
*1 NWZ-B152F/B153F only  
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How to Use the Home Menu  
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The Home menu is the starting point of each application, such as searching for  
songs, changing settings, etc.  
You can display the Home menu by pressing and holding the BACK/HOME  
button of the player.  
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Music Library  
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, you can select the desired item on the screen.  
Rotate the shuttle switch to /to select a menu item, and then press  
the *1 button to confirm.  
*1 There is a tactile dot. Use it to help with button operations.  
/: Selects a menu item.  
button: Confirms a menu item.  
In this manual, operating instructions from the Home menu are described as  
below.  
Example: From the Home menu, select [Music Library] [Folder]  
the desired folder the desired song.  
The actual operations for the example above are shown below.  
Press and hold the BACK/HOME  
button until the Home menu  
appears.  
The Home menu appears.  
BACK/HOME button  
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Press the button to confirm.  
The Music Library menu screen  
appears.  
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Music Library  
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Rotate the shuttle switch to  
() to select [Folder],  
and then press the button  
to confirm.  
Now Playing  
Folder  
All Songs  
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The Folder list screen appears.  
You can scroll the list by rotating  
and holding the shuttle switch to  
().  
Rotate the shuttle switch to  
() to select the desired  
folder, and then press the   
button to confirm.  
Play All  
Folder 1  
Folder 2  
The song list screen of the selected  
folder appears.  
Rotate the shuttle switch to  
() to select the desired  
song, and then press the   
button to confirm.  
Play All  
Song 1  
Song 2  
The music playback screen appears  
and playback begins.  
Song 12  
Folder 1  
012 SHUF BASS  
To return to the Home menu during operation  
Press and hold the BACK/HOME button.  
To return to the previous screen during operation  
Press the BACK/HOME button.  
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Getting Started  
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Getting Started  
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Charging the Battery  
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The player’s battery is recharged while the player is connected to a running  
computer.  
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Remove the USB cap and connect the USB connector to a USB connector on  
your computer. When the remaining battery indication of the display shows:  
, charging is completed (charging time is approx. 70 minutes).  
When you use the player for the first time, or if you have not used the player  
for a long time, recharge it fully (until the  
battery indication is displayed).  
About the battery indicator  
The battery icon in the display shows the approximate remaining power. As  
battery power is depleted, the icon shows as follows:  
If [LOW BATTERY] appears, you cannot operate the player. In this case,  
charge the battery by connecting to your computer. See p. 78 on battery  
duration.  
Hint  
When charging a depleted battery, the power illuminator blinks clockwise and nothing  
appears in the display.  
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If you charge the player that has not been used for a long period, your computer may not  
recognize the player or nothing may appear on the display. Charge the player for about 5  
minutes, and it starts operating properly.  
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Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of between 5 ºC to 35 ºC (41 ºF to 95 ºF).  
If you try to charge the battery in an ambient temperature outside this range, the  
may appear, and charging cannot be performed.  
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If you do not intend to use the player for over half a year, charge the battery at least once  
during this time to maintain battery performance.  
The number of times the battery can be recharged before it is used up is approximately  
500 times. This number may vary, depending on the conditions under which you use the  
player.  
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Some USB devices connected to the computer may interfere with proper operation of  
the player.  
We do not guarantee operation of the player using a personally assembled/modified  
computer.  
If the computer enters a power saving mode, such as the Sleep or Hibernation mode,  
even during USB connection, the players battery is not charged. Instead, the player  
continues to draw power from the battery, discharging it.  
Do not leave the player connected for extended periods to a laptop computer that is not  
connected to AC power, since the player may discharge the computer’s battery.  
While the player is connected to a computer, do not turn on, restart, wake up from Sleep  
mode, or shut down the computer. These operations may cause the player to  
malfunction. Disconnect the player from the computer before performing these  
operations.  
Heat may build up while charging. This is not malfunction.  
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Selecting the Display Language [Language]  
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You can select from a variety of languages for the display of menus and  
messages on the player.  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Language] the  
desired language setting.  
Language  
Messages and menus are displayed in  
[English]  
[Español]  
[Français]  
[Português]  
[Русский]  
English  
Spanish  
French  
Portuguese  
Russian  
Simplified Chinese  
Traditional Chinese  
Korean  
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Setting the Date and Time  
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The date and time are not set by default. Set the current date and time  
according to the following.  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Common Settings]  
[Set Date-Time].  
Rotate the shuttle switch to select the year, and then press the   
button to confirm.  
The year, month, date, hour and minutes can be set. Repeat this step to  
set each item.  
To display the current time  
While the hold function is activated, press any button.  
Note  
If you leave the player for a while with the battery used up, the date and time may be  
reset.  
If the player is not used for a long time, your settings for date and time may need to be  
set again.  
The clock may develop an inaccuracy of up to 60 seconds per month. In this case, set the  
current time again.  
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Getting Started  
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Getting Music  
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To enjoy music on the player, you need to prepare the data on your computer.  
You can import music from audio CDs or from the Internet, etc.  
To import the data into your computer, use appropriate software, such as  
Windows Media Player 11 or 12. For detailed information on how to import  
data, refer to the Help of each software.  
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For details about supported file formats, see “Supported file format” ( p. 76).  
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Transferring Music  
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You can directly transfer data by dragging and dropping in Windows Explorer  
on your computer.  
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You can also transfer music using Windows Media Player 11 or 12. For details about  
usage, or support on Windows Media Player, refer to the Windows Media Player  
information from the following web site:  
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Note  
Only MP3/WMA files can be played on the player ( p. 76).  
If you turn on or restart the computer while the player is connected to the computer, the  
player may malfunction. In this case, press the RESET button of the player to reset it (  
p. 56). Disconnect the player from the computer before turning on or restarting the  
computer.  
Connect the USB connector of the player to your computer.  
Insert the USB connector fully.  
Open [My Computer] or [Computer] - [WALKMAN] - [Storage  
Media], and then select the folder you want to store the audio files.  
Data hierarchy may differ, depending on your computer environment.  
Drag and drop the files to the selected folder.  
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Be careful not to accidentally bump or put stress on the player, especially when it is  
connected to your computer. It may be damaged.  
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Do not disconnect the player while files are being transferred. If you do, the file being  
transferred may be damaged.  
If the player is disconnected while files are being transferred, unnecessary files may be  
left in the player. In this case, transfer usable files back to the computer and format the  
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player ( p. 51).  
Some files may not be played back on the player due to copyright protection.  
For details on the capacity for files and folders, see “Maximum recordable number of  
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Data hierarchy may differ, depending on your computer environment.  
It may take time to start up the player or display the file/folder list when many files or  
folders are stored on the player.  
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Playing Music  
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Playing Music  
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Playing Music [Music Library]  
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You can listen to transferred songs on the player. The transferred songs are  
stored in [Music Library].  
To play music, select [Music Library] from the Home menu to display the  
music playback screen.  
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Music Library  
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select [Music Library] [Now Playing].  
The music playback screen appears and playback begins from the last song  
you listened to.  
About the playback screen, see “Playback screen” ( p. 8).  
When you select [Music Library], the search menu appears. You can  
select the desired search method to display the list screen and search for  
songs. For details, see “Searching for Songs” ( p. 26).  
When the player turns off from the song playback status, you can start  
playback of the last song you listened to by pressing the button.  
To (screen indication)  
Do this  
Play () / pause ()  
Press the button.  
Rotate the shuttle switch to /.  
Skip to the beginning of the  
current song / next song  
Fast-rewind () / fast-forward Rotate and hold the shuttle switch to /  
() the current song  
during playback and release it at the desired point.  
When fast-rewind/fast-forward a song  
Song 12  
01:23  
03:38  
012  
Elapsed time  
Full length of the song/file  
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You can change the song playback from the normal playback to ZAPPIN playback (  
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The player offers a variety of play modes, including random play and selected repeat play  
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You can emphasize the low range (Bass function) ( p. 29). You can also change the  
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sound quality by selecting the equalizer ( p. 30).  
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Playing Music  
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Playing Music Using ZAPPIN playback  
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What is ZAPPIN playback?  
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ZAPPIN enables sequential playback of song clips at a preset duration.  
Normal Playback  
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Changes to ZAPPIN  
ZAPPIN Playback  
Short, recognizable song clips (approx. 45 seconds from beginning).  
The ZAPPIN playback range for song clips can be set to either [ZAPPIN Short] or [ZAPPIN Long].  
Returns to normal playback and restarts playback of the  
current song from the beginning.  
Normal Playback  
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Changing to ZAPPIN playback  
You can select normal playback or ZAPPIN playback.  
ZAP button  
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During normal playback and displaying the playback screen, press  
the ZAP button.  
“Zappin in” is heard and ZAPPIN playback begins.  
The player plays back song clips for about 4 seconds ([ZAPPIN Short]) or  
15 seconds ([ZAPPIN Long]) each.  
When ZAPPIN playback is selected, is displayed on the screen.  
The song is played back from approx. 45 seconds into the song. If the  
length of the song is under 45 seconds, the song is played back from  
some point before the end of the song.  
To skip to the previous/next song, or shuffle playback during ZAPPIN playback  
You can move to the previous/next song, or play back songs in random order.  
The method of operation is the same as normal playback.  
To return to normal playback  
Press the ZAP button during ZAPPIN playback when the playback screen is  
displayed. When normal playback is resumed, “Zappin out” is heard.  
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Changing the playback range of song clips in ZAPPIN playback  
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The playback range for song clips can be set to [ZAPPIN Short] or [ZAPPIN  
Long].  
button  
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ZAP button  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
During ZAPPIN playback and displaying the playback screen, press  
and hold the ZAP button.  
The setting screen appears.  
Rotate the shuttle switch to select the desired setting and press the  
button to confirm.  
Hint  
You can select the desired setting from the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Music  
Settings] [ZAPPIN Range] the desired setting.  
List of the [ZAPPIN Range] settings  
Setting item  
Description  
[ZAPPIN Short]  
Plays back song clips for about 4 seconds each. (Default  
setting)  
[ZAPPIN Long]  
Plays back song clips for about 15 seconds each.  
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Playing Music  
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Searching for Songs  
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You can search for desired songs in various ways, such as by folder, artists,  
album name, etc.  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select [Music Library] the desired  
search method the desired song.  
Select items as follows until a song list appears.  
Search method  
Method  
Description  
[Now Playing]  
[Folder]  
Start playback of the last file you listened to.  
Select a folder a song.  
[All Songs]  
[Artist]  
Select a song from the song list.  
Select an artist an album a song.  
Select an album a song.  
[Album]  
Select a playlist a song.  
[Playlists]  
[Genre]  
Select a genre an album a song.  
Select a release year a song.  
[Release Year]  
To return to the previous menu  
Press the BACK/HOME button.  
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Playing Music  
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You can edit or change ID3 tag information and the playlist using Windows Media  
Player 11 or 12. For details about usage, or support on Windows Media Player, refer to  
the Windows Media Player information from the following web site:  
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Note  
Only songs that have ID3 tag information can be automatically classified by the player.  
If the song does not have artist or album information, [Unknown] appears. If the song  
does not have a song name, name it on your computer.  
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For details on the capacity for files and folders, see “Maximum recordable number of  
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It may take time to start up the player or display the file/folder list when many files or  
folders are stored on the player.  
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Playing Music  
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Changing the Play Mode [Play Mode]  
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The player offers a variety of play modes, including random play and selected  
repeat play.  
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BASS/PLAY MODE button  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
Press and hold the BASS/PLAY MODE button during playback or  
pause.  
The setting screen appears.  
Rotate the shuttle switch to select the desired setting and press the  
button to confirm.  
Hint  
You can select the desired setting from the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Music  
Settings] [Play Mode] the desired setting.  
List of the [Play Mode] settings  
Play mode type/Icon  
Description  
[Normal]/No icon  
After the current song ends, all songs of the selected folder/  
album/artist are played once. (Default setting)  
After the current song ends, all songs of the selected folder/  
album/artist are played repeatedly.  
Repeat all/  
The current song is played repeatedly.  
Repeat 1 song/  
Repeat shuffle all/  
After the current song ends, all songs of the selected folder/  
album/artist are played in random order.  
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Playing Music  
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Setting the Sound Quality  
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You can emphasize the low range (Bass function) by pressing the BASS/PLAY  
MODE button.  
You can also change the sound quality according to the music genre, etc., by  
setting the equalizer.  
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Activating the Bass function  
Idne  
You can also emphasize the low range (Bass function) by pressing the BASS/  
PLAY MODE button.  
The Bass function is activated by default.  
x
BASS/PLAY MODE button  
Press the BASS/PLAY MODE button.  
Each time you press the BASS/PLAY MODE button, the Bass function is  
activated or deactivated.  
When the Bass function is activated, the [BASS] icon is displayed on the  
screen.  
Hint  
At high volume, the effect of the Bass function is limited for hearing safety.  
Note  
If you turn on the Bass function while the equalizer setting is activated, the equalizer  
setting is disabled. The equalizer setting will be resumed when the Bass function is  
turned off.  
When the Bass function is activated, the power illuminator lights up ( p. 6). However,  
the power illuminator does not light up during FM reception ( p. 33), or when the  
[LED] setting is set to [LED OFF] ( p. 47).  
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Changing the sound quality [Equalizer]  
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You can set your desired sound quality for each according to the music genre,  
etc.  
button  
H
Mneu  
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Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Music Settings]  
[Equalizer] the desired equalizer setting.  
List of the [Equalizer] settings  
Setting item/Icon  
[None]/No icon  
[Heavy]/  
Description  
Turns off the equalizer. (Default setting)  
Emphasizes the high and low ranges for a powerful sound.  
Stresses the middle range audio, ideal for vocals.  
[Pop]/  
[Jazz]/  
Emphasizes the high and low ranges for a lively sound.  
[Unique]/  
Emphasizes the high and low ranges, so low levels can be  
heard more clearly.  
User-customizable sound settings. See  
p. 31 for setting.  
[Custom]/  
Note  
If you turn on the Bass function while the equalizer setting is activated, the equalizer  
setting is disabled. The equalizer setting will be resumed when the Bass function is  
turned off.  
While the Bass function is activated, you cannot change the equalizer setting.  
If the equalizer setting you select causes distortion, turn down the volume.  
Continued  
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To set custom values  
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You can preset the value of the 5-band “equalizer” as a [Custom] setting.  
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button  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
Inde  
x
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Music Settings]  
[Equalizer] [Edit] displayed under [Custom].  
The setting screen appears.  
Rotate the shuttle switch to select the sound level (7 levels: -3 to  
+3) and press the button to confirm.  
The 5 bands (100 Hz to 10 kHz) can be set. Repeat this step to set the  
sound level of every band.  
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Playing Music  
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Deleting Songs  
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When you delete songs from the player, use the software you used to transfer  
the songs, or Windows Explorer.  
For details on using the software, see the Help of the software.  
H
Mneu  
oem  
Note  
The player itself cannot delete songs without being connected to a computer.  
Idne  
x
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Listening to/Recording FM Radio (NWZ-B15ꢀF/B15ꢁF only)  
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Listening to/Recording FM Radio (NWZ-B15ꢀF/B15ꢁF only)  
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Listening to FM Radio  
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To Listen to FM Radio, select [FM] from the Home menu to display the FM  
radio screen.  
H
Mneu  
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button  
Idne  
FM  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
Note  
The headphone cord serves as an antenna, so extend it as far as possible.  
Listening to FM radio  
From the Home menu, select [FM] [Manual] or [Preset].  
The FM radio screen appears.  
[Manual]: In the manual tuning mode, you can select broadcast stations  
by frequency.  
[Preset]: In the preset tuning mode, you can select broadcast stations by  
preset number.  
Select the desired frequency or preset number.  
For details on how to operate the FM radio, see “FM radio screen” (  
Hint  
To use the preset tuning mode ([Preset]), you need to first register preset stations. You  
can preset a receivable station using the [FM Auto Preset] function ( p. 35), or preset  
the receivable stations manually ( p. 36).  
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FM radio screen  
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FM radio screen in the manual tuning mode  
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090.0MHz  
P01  
BASS  
Frequency  
Preset number*1  
Idne  
*1 The preset number is displayed only when the current frequency is preset ( p. 36).  
x
Operations in the manual tuning mode  
To  
Do this  
Rotate the shuttle switch to /.  
Select the previous/next  
frequency*1  
Rotate and hold the shuttle switch to /.  
Select the previous/next  
receivable broadcast station*2  
Press the button.  
Pause/resume the FM reception  
*1 The frequency is changed by 0.1 MHz.  
*2 If the sensitivity is too high, change the [Scan Sensitivity] setting to [Low] ( p. 40).  
FM radio screen in the preset tuning mode  
P01  
90.0MHz  
BASS  
Preset number  
Hint  
To use the preset tuning mode ([Preset]), you need to first register preset stations. You  
can preset a receivable station using the [FM Auto Preset] function ( p. 35), or preset  
the receivable stations manually ( p. 36).  
Operations in the preset tuning mode  
To  
Do this  
Rotate the shuttle switch to /.  
Select the previous/next preset  
number  
Press the button.  
Pause/resume the FM reception  
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Presetting broadcast stations automatically [FM Auto Preset]  
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You can preset up to 30 receivable broadcast stations in your area automatically  
by selecting [FM Auto Preset]. When you use the FM radio for the first time, or  
when you move to a new area, we recommend to preset receivable broadcast  
stations by selecting [FM Auto Preset].  
H
Mneu  
oem  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [FM Settings] [FM  
Auto Preset] [OK].  
Idne  
The receivable broadcast stations will be preset in order from low to high  
frequency.  
x
[COMPLETE] appears when presetting is completed, then the first preset  
station is received.  
Select [Cancel] to cancel automatic presetting.  
Hint  
If high sensitivity causes the player to receive many unwanted broadcast stations, change  
the [Scan Sensitivity] setting to [Low] ( p. 40).  
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Presetting broadcast stations manually  
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You can preset broadcast stations which [FM Auto Preset] cannot detect (  
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From the Home menu, select [FM] [Manual] the desired  
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frequency.  
Press the BACK/HOME button.  
Idne  
Select [Add Preset] the desired preset number.  
x
The frequency you select in step 1 is preset to the selected preset number.  
If you select a preset number that is already assigned to another  
frequency, the message confirming whether to replace the setting  
appears. Selecting [OK] will replace the setting.  
Hint  
You can preset up to 30 stations.  
Deleting preset broadcast stations  
On the FM radio screen, press the BACK/HOME button.  
Select [Delete Preset] the preset number you intend to delete  
[OK].  
The preset broadcast station is deleted.  
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Recording FM Radio  
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You can record FM radio on the player and play recorded FM radio programs.  
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Mneu  
REC/STOP button  
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Idne  
x
Press and hold the REC/STOP button while listening to the station  
you want to record.  
The player goes into standby for recording.  
You can also record FM radio by pressing the REC/STOP button.  
Press the REC/STOP button. Rotate the shuttle switch to select [OK],  
and then press the button to confirm.  
Press the REC/STOP button.  
Recording starts.  
To pause recording, press the button. Press it again to resume  
recording.  
Press the REC/STOP button again to stop recording.  
The recording is saved as a file named [FRnnnn]*1 in the [Record] -  
[FM] folder.  
*1 File names are automatically assigned from [FR0001] to [FR9999].  
Hint  
Recording in poor reception areas may result in noise. Record in a stronger reception  
area.  
The programs and sound files recorded by the player can be played back on the player  
(
p. 39) or on a computer.  
Note  
If you rename files of the [Record] folder on your computer, or put files which have been  
imported to your computer back into the [Record] folder, you may not be able to play  
them on the player.  
You cannot change the bit rate for recording FM programs. Only [High] is available.  
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Deleting recorded FM radio programs  
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button  
H
Mneu  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
Idne  
x
From the Home menu, select [FM] [Delete Rec Data] the  
recorded FM radio program you intend to delete [OK].  
The selected FM radio program is deleted.  
Select [Cancel] to cancel deletion.  
To delete all recorded FM radio programs, select [Delete All].  
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Playing Back Recorded FM Radio Programs  
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button  
H
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Idne  
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
x
From the Home menu, select [FM] [Play Rec Data] the  
recorded FM radio program you want.  
The playback screen appears and playback of the recorded FM radio  
program begins.  
About the playback screen, see “Playback screen” ( p. 8).  
To listen to all recorded FM radio program, select [Play All].  
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Changing the FM Settings  
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To change the FM radio settings, select  
then select [FM Settings].  
[Settings] from the Home menu,  
H
Mneu  
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button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
[Scan Sensitivity]  
When you select stations using the [FM Auto Preset] function ( p. 35) or  
manual tuning mode ( p. 33), the FM receiver may receive many unwanted  
broadcast stations because sensitivity is too high. In this case, set the reception  
to [Low]. [High] is set by default.  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [FM Settings] [Scan  
Sensitivity] [Low].  
To set the reception sensitivity back to the default, select [High].  
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Recording/Listening Voice  
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Recording Sound  
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You can record sound using the player’s built-in microphone and play the  
recorded sound files. The recorded sound is encoded into ADPCM format.  
When you play recorded sound files, select [Voice] from the Home menu  
H
Mneu  
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REC/STOP button  
Idne  
x
Microphone  
Note  
You cannot record sound during FM reception (NWZ-B152F/B153F only) or with the  
[Settings] function. Select  
record sound.  
[Voice] or [Music Library] from the Home menu to  
Press and hold the REC/STOP button.  
The player goes into standby for recording.  
You can also record sound by pressing the REC/STOP button.  
Press the REC/STOP button. Rotate the shuttle switch to select [OK],  
and then press the button to confirm.  
Press the REC/STOP button.  
Recording starts.  
To pause recording, press the button. Press it again to resume  
recording.  
Press the REC/STOP button again to stop recording.  
The recording is saved as a file named [VRnnnn]*1 in the [Record] -  
[Voice] folder.  
*1 File names are automatically assigned from [VR0001] to [VR9999].  
Hint  
The programs and sound files recorded by the player can be played back on the player  
(
p. 43) or on a computer.  
You can change the bit rate of the audio file. For details, see “Changing the Rec Settings”  
(
Note  
If you rename files of the [Record] folder on your computer, or put files which have been  
imported to your computer back into the [Record] folder, you may not be able to play  
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Deleting recorded sound files  
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button  
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BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
Idne  
x
From the Home menu, select [Voice] [Delete Rec Data] the  
recorded sound file you intend to delete [OK].  
The selected sound file is deleted.  
Select [Cancel] to cancel deletion.  
To delete all recorded sound files, select [Delete All].  
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Playing Back Recorded Sound Files  
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You can play back sound files recorded by the player.  
To play back sound files, select [Voice] from the Home menu.  
H
Mneu  
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button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select [Voice] [Play Rec Data] the  
recorded sound file you want.  
The playback screen appears and the playback of the recorded sound file  
begins.  
For details on the playback screen, see “Playback screen” ( p. 8).  
To listen to all recorded sound files, select [Play All].  
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Changing the Rec Settings  
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To change the voice record settings, select  
then select [Rec Settings].  
[Settings] from the Home menu,  
H
Mneu  
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button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
[Voice Record Codec]  
You can select a level of recording quality from [Low], [Mid] or [High]. The  
higher the level is, the more memory the player uses for recording sound.  
[Mid] is set by default.  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Rec Settings]  
[Voice Record Codec] [Low], [Mid] (default setting) or [High].  
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Settings  
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Changing the Common Settings  
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To change the common settings of the player, select  
Home menu, then select [Common Settings].  
[Settings] from the  
H
Mneu  
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button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
[Set Date-Time]  
The date and time are not set by default. Set the current date and time as  
follows.  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Common Settings]  
[Set Date-Time].  
Rotate the shuttle switch to select the year, and then press the   
button to confirm.  
The year, month, date, hour and minutes can be set. Repeat this step to  
set each item.  
To display the current time  
While the hold function is activated, press any button.  
Note  
If you leave the player for a while with the battery used up, the date and time may be  
reset.  
If the player is not used for a long time, your settings for date and time may need to be  
set again.  
The clock may develop an inaccuracy of up to 60 seconds per month. In this case, set the  
current time again.  
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Settings  
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[AVLS(Volume Limit)]  
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You can set [AVLS(Volume Limit)] (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to  
limit the maximum volume to prevent auditory disturbance or distraction.  
With [AVLS(Volume Limit)], you can listen to music at a comfortable volume  
level.  
H
Mneu  
oem  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Common Settings]  
[AVLS(Volume Limit)] the desired setting type.  
Idne  
Type  
Description  
x
[AVLS ON]  
[AVLS OFF]  
Keeps the volume at a moderate level.  
Plays back audio at the original volume. (Default setting)  
Hint  
When [AVLS(Volume Limit)] is set to [AVLS ON], and the volume level reaches the  
maximum limit, [AVLS] appears when the VOL + button is pressed. In this status, the  
volume cannot be turned up any more.  
[Beep]  
You can turn on or off the operation sounds of the player.  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Common Settings]  
[Beep] the desired setting type.  
Type  
Description  
[Beep ON]  
[Beep OFF]  
Produces beep sounds. (Default setting)  
Does not produce beep sounds.  
Note  
Error beeps and guidance remain on regardless of the [Beep] setting.  
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[Power Save Mode]  
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If you do not operate the player for about 15 seconds during playback or FM  
reception*1, the screen will change to the power save screen. You can change the  
power save screen settings.  
H
Mneu  
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From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Common Settings]  
[Power Save Mode] the desired setting type.  
Type  
Description  
Idne  
[Save ON Normal]  
[Save ON Super]  
The power save screen appears in the display when no  
x
operation is performed for about 15 seconds during playback  
or FM reception*1. (Default setting)  
The screen disappears when no operation is performed for  
about 15 seconds during playback or FM reception*1. This  
setting uses the least battery consumption.  
[Save OFF]  
The icon(s) or letter(s) appears in the display constantly  
during playback or FM reception*1.  
*1 NWZ-B152F/B153F only  
[LED]  
You can turn on or off the power illuminator around the button.  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Common Settings]  
[LED] the desired setting type.  
Type  
Description  
[LED ON]  
[LED OFF]  
Turns on the power illuminator. (Default setting)  
Turns off the power illuminator.  
[Contrast]  
You can set the display contrast to one of 15 levels.  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Common Settings]  
[Contrast].  
Rotate the shuttle switch to adjust the contrast level, and then  
press the button to confirm.  
You can set to one of 15 levels. [0] is set by default.  
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Displaying the Player Information [Information]  
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Information such as model name, memory capacity, and firmware version can  
be displayed.  
H
Mneu  
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button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Information].  
1. model name  
2. memory capacity  
3. version information for the player’s firmware  
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Selecting the Display Language [Language]  
etns  
You can select from a variety of languages for the display of menus and  
messages on the player.  
H
Mneu  
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button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Language] the  
desired language setting.  
Language  
Messages and menus are displayed in  
[English]  
[Español]  
[Français]  
[Português]  
[Русский]  
English  
Spanish  
French  
Portuguese  
Russian  
Simplified Chinese  
Traditional Chinese  
Korean  
[
[
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Resetting to Factory Settings [Reset All Settings]  
etns  
You can reset the player to the default settings. Resetting the player does not  
delete the songs you have transferred to the player.  
H
Mneu  
oem  
button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
From the Home menu, select  
[Settings] [Initialize] [Reset All  
Settings] [OK].  
[COMPLETE] appears and the player is reset to the default settings.  
To cancel the operation, select [Cancel] on the confirmation screen.  
Note  
If the date and time have already been set under [Set Date-Time], the date and time are  
not reset.  
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Formatting Memory [Format]  
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You can format the memory of the player. If the memory is formatted, all  
shortcut icons and files will be erased and all setting values returned to their  
defaults. Be sure to verify the files stored in memory prior to formatting and  
export any necessary files to the hard disk of your computer or other device  
beforehand.  
H
Mneu  
oem  
button  
Idne  
x
BACK/HOME button Shuttle switch  
Note  
When the remaining battery is low, you cannot format the player. Charge the battery  
before formatting.  
Do not format the memory using Windows Explorer.  
After formatting, set the date and time ( p. 17, 45).  
From the Home menu, select  
[Format] [OK].  
[Settings] [Initialize]  
[FORMATTING...] appears and formatting starts.  
When formatting is completed, [COMPLETE] appears.  
To cancel the operation, select [Cancel] on the confirmation screen.  
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Useful Facts  
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Useful Facts  
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About Battery Life  
etns  
By adjusting the settings or managing the power supply properly, it is possible  
to save battery power and use the player for a longer time.  
The following hints will yield a longer battery life.  
H
Mneu  
oem  
Turn off the player manually  
If you press and hold the button, after [POWER OFF] appears, the display  
disappears and the player is turned off.  
The batteries are consumed a little in this status.  
Idne  
x
Longer battery life settings  
You can save battery power by changing the default to “Longer battery life  
setting” items. For details on the battery life according to battery life setting, see  
Setting  
Default setting  
Longer battery life  
setting  
Settings for screen  
[Power Save Mode]  
[Save ON Normal] [Save ON Super]  
(
[Equalizer] ( p. 30)  
[None]  
[None]  
Settings for sound  
effect  
[BASS] ( p. 29)  
Activate  
[LED ON]  
Deactivate  
[LED OFF]  
[LED] ( p. 47)  
Settings for the power  
illuminator  
Settings for recording [Voice Record Codec]  
quality p. 44)  
[Mid]  
[Low]  
(
Adjust data format and bit rate  
Playing time will vary, as battery charge can be affected by the format and bit  
rate of songs that are played.  
For details on charging time and usage time, see  
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What are Format and Bit Rate?  
What is audio format?  
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H
Mneu  
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Audio format refers to the method used to import audio data from the Internet  
or audio CDs to a computer, and then save it as an audio file.  
Common formats include MP3 and WMA, etc.  
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MP3: MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer3) is a common audio compression  
technology developed by the MPEG working group of the ISO (International  
Organization for Standardization).  
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MP3 can compress audio files to about 1/10 the size of standard CD audio files.  
WMA: WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a common audio compression  
technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. The WMA format produces  
the same sound quality as that of the MP3 format with a smaller file size.  
What is copyright protection?  
Certain music files or video files, etc., that you purchase from a music  
download service site, etc., may apply access control technologies, such as  
encryption, to limit usage and duplication of material, in accordance with  
copyright laws.  
What is bit rate?  
Bit rate refers to the amount of data used to store each second of audio,  
expressed in kbps (kilo bits per second), such as 64 kbps. Generally, higher bit  
rates provide better sound quality, but require more storage space for the same  
length of audio.  
What is the relationship between bit rate, sound quality, and storage size?  
Generally, higher bit rates provide better sound quality, but require more  
storage space for the same length of audio, so you can store fewer songs on the  
player.  
Lower bit rates enable you to store more songs, but at a lower sound quality.  
Note  
If you import a song from a CD to your computer at a low bit rate, you cannot improve  
the song’s sound quality by selecting a high bit rate when further transferring the song  
from the computer to the player.  
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Storing Data  
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You can store computer data into the memory of the player by transferring the  
data from your computer in Windows Explorer. If the player is connected to  
the computer, the memory appears in Windows Explorer as [WALKMAN].  
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Note  
Do not disconnect the player while [DATA ACCESS] appears on the player during data  
transfer. The data could be damaged.  
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Do not format the memory of the player in Windows Explorer. If you format the player  
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in Windows Explorer accidentally, do it again on the player ( p. 51).  
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Upgrading the Players Firmware  
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You can update the player’s firmware. Installing the latest player’s firmware  
allows you to add new features to the player. For details on the latest firmware  
information and how to install it, visit the customer support Web sites (  
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Download the update program to your computer from the Web site.  
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Connect the player to your computer, and then start the update  
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program.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to update the players firmware.  
Firmware update is completed.  
Hint  
Version information for the player’s firmware can be displayed by selecting  
[Settings]  
[Information] from the Home menu ( p. 48).  
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If the player does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve  
the issue.  
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1 Find the symptoms of the issue in the following troubleshooting tables,  
and try any corrective actions listed.  
2 Connect the player to your computer to charge the battery.  
You may be able to resolve some issues by charging the battery.  
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3 Press the RESET button with a small pin, etc.  
If you press the RESET button while operating the player, stored data and  
settings on the player may be deleted. After resetting the player, press the   
button to turn on the player.  
RESET button  
4 Check information on the issue in the Help of each software.  
5 Look up information on the issue on one of the customer support Web  
sites ( p. 74).  
6 If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
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Operation  
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There is no sound.  
The volume level is set to zero.  
Turn the volume up ( p. 5).  
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The headphone jack is not connected properly.  
Connect the headphone jack properly ( p. 6).  
The headphone plug is dirty.  
Clean the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth.  
No audio files are stored in the memory.  
If [NO DATA] appears, transfer music from the computer.  
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Songs cannot be played.  
The battery power is consumed.  
Charge the battery fully ( p. 14).  
If the player does not react, even after charging the battery, press the RESET  
button to reset the player ( p. 56).  
Noise is generated.  
A device emitting radio signals, such as a mobile phone is being used near the  
player.  
When using such devices as mobile phones, keep them away from the player.  
Music data is damaged.  
Delete the data then transfer again. When transferring data, close any other  
applications to avoid file damage.  
The headphone plug is dirty.  
Clean the headphone plug with a soft dry cloth.  
Buttons do not work.  
The HOLD switch is set to the direction of the arrow ().  
Slide the HOLD switch to the opposite direction of the arrow () ( p. 7).  
The player contains moisture condensation.  
Wait a few hours to let the player dry.  
The remaining battery power is low or insufficient.  
Charge the battery power by connecting to the computer ( p. 14).  
If the player does not react, even after charging the battery, press the RESET  
button to reset the player ( p. 56).  
Playback does not stop.  
With the player, there is no difference between stopping and pausing. When you  
press the button, appears and playback pauses/stops.  
It takes time to start up the player.  
It may take time to start up the player if many files or folders are stored on the  
player, or if audio data transferred to the player has a lot of ID3 tag information.  
Wait until the start-up animation appears.  
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The transferred songs cannot be found.  
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The memory of the player was formatted using Windows Explorer.  
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Format the memory using the [Format] menu of the player ( p. 51).  
The player was disconnected from the computer while files were being transferred.  
Transfer usable files back to your computer and format the memory using the  
[Format] menu of the player ( p. 51).  
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There is no sound from the right channel of the headphones. Or the right channel  
sound is heard from both sides of the headphones.  
The headphone jack is not fully inserted.  
If the headphones are not connected correctly, sound will not be output properly.  
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Connect the headphones into the jack until it clicks ( p. 6).  
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Playback has stopped suddenly.  
The remaining battery power is insufficient.  
Charge the battery power by connecting to the computer ( p. 14).  
The player cannot be formatted.  
The remaining battery power is low or insufficient.  
Charge the battery power by connecting to the computer ( p. 14).  
The player does not work.  
There is not enough free space in the memory.  
Connect the player to the computer and delete any unnecessary songs or files to  
increase free space on the player.  
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Display  
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The title of a song is not displayed correctly.  
If unsupported characters are included in the title, the title will be displayed without  
the unsupported characters.  
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Rename the title with appropriate characters on the computer.  
Garbled characters are displayed.  
The wrong language is selected.  
Select the correct language from [Language] ( p. 16, 49), and then transfer  
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Power  
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The power does not turn on.  
The HOLD switch is set to the direction of the arrow ().  
Slide the HOLD switch to the opposite direction of the arrow () ( p. 7).  
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If you press the button immediately after turning off the player, the player does  
not start due to the shutting down process. Wait for a few seconds, then turn on the  
power.  
The remaining battery power is insufficient.  
Charge the battery power by connecting to the computer ( p. 14). If the player  
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does not react, even after charging the battery, press the RESET button to reset  
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the player ( p. 56).  
There is not enough free space in the memory.  
For details on the capacity for files and folders, see “Maximum recordable  
At least 20 MB of free space is necessary to function normally.  
If you want to check the free space, open [My Computer] or [Computer] –  
[WALKMAN], right-click [Storage Media]*1 to display the menu, and then select  
[Properties].  
*1 Data hierarchy may differ, depending on your computer environment.  
Battery life is short.  
The operating temperature is below 5 °C (41 ºF).  
Battery life becomes shorter due to the battery characteristics.  
This is not malfunction.  
Battery charging time is not enough.  
Charge the battery until  
appears.  
By adjusting the settings or managing the power supply properly, it is possible to  
save battery power and use the player for a longer time ( p. 52).  
The battery needs to be replaced.  
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
The player cannot charge the battery.  
The player is not connected to a USB connector on your computer properly.  
Disconnect the player, and then reconnect it.  
The battery is charged in an ambient temperature out of the range of 5 °C (41 ºF) to  
35 °C (95 ºF).  
You cannot charge the battery when  
icon appears. Charge the battery in an  
ambient temperature of 5 °C (41 ºF) to 35 °C (95 ºF).  
Your computer is not on.  
Turn on the computer.  
Your computer is in Sleep or Hibernate status.  
Disconnect the player from the computer, and then release the computer from  
Sleep or Hibernate status. Reconnect the player to the computer.  
Charging completes very quickly.  
If the battery is already almost fully charged when charging begins, little time is  
needed to reach full charge.  
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Recording  
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The remaining recording time remains the same even though files are deleted.  
Due to system restrictions, the remaining recording time may not improve if only  
short files are deleted.  
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The player cannot record.  
There is not enough free space in the memory.  
Delete unnecessary files.  
Export the recorded files to a computer.  
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Necessary free space may vary, depending on the bit rate or recording time.  
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The maximum number of files that can be recorded has been reached. The  
maximum number of files that can be recorded is 999 files each for FM radio  
programs (NWZ-B152F/B153F only) and recorded sound files.  
Delete unnecessary files until recorded FM radio programs (NWZ-B152F/B153F  
only) and recorded sound files become 999 or less, respectively.  
Export the recorded files to a computer.  
The player is connected to a computer.  
Disconnect the player from the computer.  
The combined total of the recorded time and the remaining time does not equal  
the maximum recording time.  
When you record many short files, they may be recorded with automatically  
inserted blank spaces between files due to system restrictions. This causes an  
increase in total recorded time and results in the mismatch.  
Recorded files cannot be deleted.  
The file or the folder that cannot be deleted is set to be read-only on a computer.  
Delete the data using Windows Explorer.  
The battery power is low or exhausted.  
Charge the battery fully ( p. 14).  
The folder is not deleted even though recorded files have all been deleted.  
Files other than the recorded files are included in the folder.  
Open the folder using Windows Explorer, and delete all the files other than files  
recorded by the player.  
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Connection with the computer  
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[CONNECTED USB] does not appear when the player is connected to the  
computer.  
The player’s USB connector is not connected to a USB connector on your computer  
properly.  
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Disconnect the player, and then reconnect it.  
A USB hub is being used.  
Connect the player directly to a USB connector, as connection via a USB hub  
may not work. However, a USB hub that supplies power can be used.  
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Another application is running on the computer.  
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Disconnect the player, wait a few minutes, and reconnect it. If the problem  
persists, disconnect the player, restart the computer, and then reconnect the  
player.  
The USB connector on your computer may have a problem. Connect the player’s  
USB connector to another USB connector on your computer.  
The remaining battery power is insufficient.  
Charge the battery by connecting the player to a running computer for at least 5  
minutes. When charging a depleted battery, the power illuminator blinks  
clockwise and nothing appears in the display.  
Audio files cannot be transferred to the player from your computer.  
Transferring may be stopped due to influences such as static electricity, etc.  
This happens to protect data information. Disconnect the player, then reconnect  
it.  
The player’s USB connector is not connected to a USB connector on your computer  
properly. Make sure that [DATA ACCESS] or [CONNECTED USB] appears on the  
display.  
Disconnect the player, and then reconnect it.  
There is not enough free space in the memory.  
Delete unnecessary songs to increase free space.  
Abnormal file(s) exists on the player.  
Transfer your necessary files back to your computer and format the player (  
An audio file is damaged.  
Delete the audio file then transfer it again. When transferring the audio file, close  
any other applications to avoid file damage.  
You tried to transfer contents with copyright protection.  
You cannot transfer contents with copyright protection since the player does not  
support them.  
Only a small number of songs can be transferred to the player.  
There is not enough free space in the memory.  
Delete unnecessary songs to increase free space.  
Non-audio data is stored in the memory.  
Move non-audio files to the computer to increase free space.  
The player becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer.  
A USB hub is being used.  
Connect the player directly to a USB connector, as connection via a USB hub  
may not work. However, a USB hub that supplies power can be used.  
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You cannot hear the FM broadcast well.  
The receiving frequency is not fully tuned in.  
Select the frequency manually to improve reception ( p. 34).  
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Reception is weak and sound quality is poor.  
The radio signal is weak.  
Listen to the FM broadcast near a window since the signal may be weak inside  
buildings or vehicles.  
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The headphone cord is not extended enough.  
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The headphone cord functions as an antenna. Extend the headphone cord as far  
as possible.  
The FM broadcast is affected by interference.  
A device emitting radio signals, such as a mobile phone is being used near the  
player.  
When using such devices as mobile phones, keep them away from the player.  
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Other  
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There is no beep sound when the player is operated.  
[Beep] is set to [Beep OFF].  
Set [Beep] to [Beep ON] ( p. 46).  
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The player gets warm.  
The player may be warm when the battery is being charged and just after charging.  
The player also may become warm when a large amount of files are transferred.  
This is normal and is not cause for concern. Set the player aside for a while to allow  
it to cool down.  
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The date and time have been reset.  
If you left the player for a while with the battery used up, the date and time may be  
reset.  
This is not a malfunction. Charge the battery until  
appears on the screen  
(
p. 14) and set the date and time again ( p. 17, 45).  
All settings of the player have been reset.  
You moved, deleted, or renamed the system files. Or, the memory of the player was  
formatted using other than the [Format] menu of the player.  
If you do any of the above operations, the system will be restructured and all  
settings of the player will be reset when you disconnect the player from the  
computer or other devices.  
If the player does not function normally after you format the player using other  
than the [Format] menu of the player, format the memory using the [Format]  
menu of the player ( p. 51).  
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Messages  
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Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display.  
[AVLS] (blinks)  
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The volume level exceeds the rated value while [AVLS(Volume Limit)] is  
enabled.  
Turn the volume down or disable [AVLS(Volume Limit)] ( p. 46).  
[BOOT ERROR]  
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The memory was not formatted properly.  
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The memory was formatted on a computer.  
Press button, then [Format OK?] appears. Select [OK] to press button to  
confirm.  
All data (songs, etc., including sample data installed at the factory, bundled  
software installer, and the Operation Guide) will be erased.  
[CANNOT EXECUTE]  
You are trying to preset/delete broadcast stations while the player is not in the FM  
function.  
Change the function to [FM], and then preset/delete broadcast stations.  
You are trying to change the equalizer setting while the Bass function is activated.  
Disable the Bass function, and then change the equalizer setting.  
[CAN NOT CHARGE]  
The battery is charged in an ambient temperature out of the range of 5 °C (41 ºF) to  
35 °C (95 ºF).  
You cannot charge the battery when  
icon appears. Charge the battery in an  
ambient temperature of 5 °C (41 ºF) to 35 °C (95 ºF).  
[CHARGING]  
The battery is being charged.  
This is not an error. Wait until the battery is charged fully. However, you can use  
the player with the battery not charged fully.  
[CONNECTED USB]  
The player is connected to a computer.  
This is not an error. You cannot operate the controls on the player while  
connected to a computer.  
[DRM ERROR]  
The player cannot play the audio files that use the digital rights management  
technology for Windows Media (“WM-DRM”).  
Transfer the normal audio file back to the computer and then format the  
memory.  
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[FILE ERROR]  
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The file cannot be read.  
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The file is not normal.  
The player cannot play certain files because of incompatible formats.  
Transferring has been interrupted.  
Transfer the normal audio file back to the computer and then format the player.  
If the song which cannot be played is unnecessary, you can delete it from the  
memory.  
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[HOLD]  
The player cannot be operated because the HOLD switch is set to the hold position.  
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To operate the player, slide the HOLD switch to the opposite position ( p. 7).  
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[LOW BATTERY]  
The battery is low.  
Charge the battery ( p. 14).  
[MEMORY FULL]  
There is not enough free space in the memory.  
You are trying to record an FM radio program (NWZ-B152F/B153F only) with the  
player already having 999 files of recorded FM radio programs.  
You are trying to record sound with the player already having 999 files of recorded  
sound files.  
Connect the player to the computer and delete any unnecessary songs or files to  
increase free space on the player.  
Delete unnecessary recorded FM radio programs.  
Delete unnecessary recorded sound files.  
[NO DATA]  
There are no audio files in the memory.  
Transfer audio files.  
[NO ITEM]  
There are no audio files in the selected item.  
Transfer audio files.  
Record sound.  
Record FM radio (NWZ-B152F/B153F only).  
There is no preset FM station (NWZ-B152F/B153F only).  
Preset FM broadcast stations.  
[READ ONLY]  
You are trying to delete read-only songs.  
Delete the data using Windows Explorer.  
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Additional Information  
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Precautions  
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Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment  
sold in countries applying EU directives  
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The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan  
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC  
and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327  
Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the  
addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.  
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Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union  
and other European countries with separate collection systems)  
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall  
not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the  
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic  
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help  
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human  
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of  
this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.  
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact  
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop  
where you purchased the product.  
Applicable accessories: Headphones  
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Additional Information  
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Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European  
countries with separate collection systems)  
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This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery  
provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.  
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical  
symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the  
battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.  
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.  
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To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at  
end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and  
electronic equipment.  
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery  
from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection  
point for the recycling of waste batteries.  
For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please  
contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the  
shop where you purchased the product.  
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On safety  
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Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the player with other metallic  
objects.  
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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 dealer if  
the battery has leaked. If the liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes  
as it may lead to blindness. Wash out your eyes with clean water, and consult  
a doctor.  
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Also, if the liquid gets on to your body or clothes, wash it off immediately. If  
you do not, it may cause burns or injury. If you get burned or injured by the  
liquid from the battery, consult a doctor.  
Do not pour water or put any foreign object in the player. Doing so may  
cause fire or electric shock.  
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If this occurs, turn off the player immediately, disconnect the player, and  
consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center.  
Do not put the player into fire.  
Do not take apart or remodel the player. 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.  
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Do not put any heavy object on top of the player or apply a strong shock to  
the player. It may cause a malfunction or damage.  
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Never use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light,  
temperature, moisture or vibration. The player may become discolored,  
distorted or damaged.  
Never leave the player exposed to high temperature, such as in a car parked  
in the sun or under direct sunlight.  
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Do not leave the player in a place subject to excessive dust.  
Do not leave the player on an unstable surface or in an inclined position.  
If the player causes interference to radio or television reception, turn the  
player off and move it away from the radio or television.  
When using the player, remember to follow the precautions below in order to  
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avoid warping the cabinet or causing the player to malfunction.  
Make sure not to sit down with the player in your back pocket.  
Make sure not to put the player into a bag with the headphones/earphones cord  
wrapped around it and then subject the bag to strong impact.  
Do not expose the player to water. The player is not waterproof. Remember  
to follow the precautions below.  
Be careful not to drop the player into a sink or other container filled with water.  
Do not use the player in humid locations or bad weather, such as in the rain or snow.  
Do not get the player wet.  
If you touch the player with wet hands, or put the player in a damp article of clothing,  
the player may get wet and this may cause a malfunction of the player.  
When you unplug the headphones from the player, make sure to hold the  
headphone plug to unplug it. Pulling the headphone cord itself may cause  
damage to the headphone cord.  
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Note on static electricity  
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In particularly dry air conditions, mild tingling may be felt on your ears. This is  
a result of static electricity accumulated in the body, and not a malfunction of  
the player.  
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The effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural materials.  
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On heat build-up  
Heat may build up in the player while charging if it is used for an extended  
period of time.  
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On the headphones  
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Road safety  
Avoid listening with your headphones in situations where hearing must not be  
impaired.  
Preventing hearing damage  
Avoid using the headphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against  
continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears,  
reduce the volume or discontinue use.  
Do not turn the volume up high all at once, especially when using headphones.  
Turn up the volume gradually so that loud sound will not hurt your ears.  
Caring for others  
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds  
and to be considerate to the people around you.  
Warning  
If there is lightning when you are using the player, take off the headphones  
immediately.  
If you experience an allergic reaction to the supplied headphones, stop using  
them at once and contact a doctor.  
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On the use  
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When using a strap (sold separately), be careful to avoid hooking it on objects  
you pass by. Furthermore be careful not to swing the player by the strap to  
avoid bumping people.  
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Refrain from using the player according to the in-flight announcements  
during take off or landing in an aircraft.  
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Note that condensation may form temporarily in cases such as when the  
player is moved quickly from a low-temperature environment to a high  
temperature environment or used in a room that has a heater just turned on.  
Condensation creates a phenomenon where moisture in the air adheres to  
surfaces such as metal panels, etc., and then changes to liquid.  
If condensation forms in the player, leave it turned off until the condensation  
disappears. If you use the player with condensation present, a malfunction  
may result.  
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On the LCD  
Do not push the LCD screen strongly. Color spots may appear or the LCD  
panel may be damaged.  
If the player is used in a cold place, ghosting may occur. This does not  
indicate a failure.  
If the player is used in a cold or hot place, contrast may be affected.  
On cleaning  
Clean the players case with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for  
eyeglasses.  
If the player’s case becomes very dirty, clean it 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 case.  
Be careful not to let water get into the player from the opening near the  
connector.  
Clean the headphone plug periodically.  
If you have any questions or problems concerning the player, please consult  
your nearest Sony dealer.  
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On Software  
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Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual  
accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without the  
permission of the copyright holder.  
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In no event will Sony be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits,  
including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software  
supplied with this player.  
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The software provided with this player cannot be used with equipment other  
than that to which it is so designated.  
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Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the software  
specifications may be changed without notice.  
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Operation of this player with software other than that provided is not covered  
by the warranty.  
The ability to display the languages on supplied software will depend on the  
installed OS on your computer. For better results, please ensure that the  
installed OS is compatible with the desired language you want to display.  
We do not guarantee all the languages will be able to be displayed properly on the  
supplied software.  
User-created characters and some special characters may not be displayed.  
The explanations in this manual assume that you are familiar with the basic  
operations of Windows.  
For details on the use of your computer and operating system, please refer to  
the respective manuals.  
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About sample data*1  
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If you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it, and we will not supply any  
replacement data.  
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In some countries/regions some sample data is not installed.  
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The recorded song is limited to private use only. Use of the song beyond  
this limit requires permission of the copyright holders.  
Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged  
data due to problems of the player or computer.  
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Depending on the type of the text and characters, the text shown on the  
player may not be displayed properly on device. This is due to:  
The capacity of the connected player.  
The player is not functioning normally.  
Content information is written in language or character that are not supported by  
the player.  
About the customer support Web site  
If you have any questions or issues with a Sony product, or would like  
information on compatible items with a Sony product, visit the following Web  
sites.  
For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA  
For customers who purchased the overseas models:  
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WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
ZAPPIN and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or  
other countries.  
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Adobe, Adobe Reader and Adobe Flash Player are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other  
countries.  
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MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from  
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.  
IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business  
Machines Corporation.  
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc.  
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, TM and ® marks are not  
specified.  
Program ©2010 Sony Corporation  
Documentation ©2010 Sony Corporation  
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Supported file format  
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Audio Formats  
(Codec)  
MP3  
Media File format: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3) file format  
File extension: .mp3  
Bit rate: 32 to 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))  
Sampling frequency*1: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz  
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WMA  
Media File format: ASF file format  
File extension: .wma  
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Bit rate: 32 to 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))  
Sampling frequency*1: 44.1 kHz  
*1 Sampling frequency may not correspond to all encoders.  
Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.)  
The approximate times are based on the case in which you transfer or record only 4  
minutes songs in the MP3 format.  
Other playable audio file format song numbers and times may differ from MP3 format.  
NWZ-B15ꢀ/B15ꢀF  
NWZ-B15ꢁ/B15ꢁF  
Bit rate  
Number  
1,250  
950  
470  
240  
Time  
Number  
2,550  
1,950  
980  
490  
390  
Time  
48 kbps  
64 kbps  
128 kbps  
256 kbps  
320 kbps  
83 hr. 20 min.  
63 hr. 20 min.  
31 hr. 20 min.  
16 hr. 00 min.  
12 hr. 40 min.  
170 hr. 00 min.  
130 hr. 00 min.  
65 hr. 20 min.  
32 hr. 40 min.  
26 hr. 00 min.  
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Maximum recordable time (Approx.)  
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The times below are estimated for the case where only FM (NWZ-B152F/B153F only) or  
Voice audio files are stored. The time may differ, depending on the conditions under  
which the player is used.  
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NWZ-B15ꢀ/B15ꢀF  
Time  
NWZ-B15ꢁ/B15ꢁF  
Time  
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Codec*1  
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Voice Recording High  
Voice Recording Mid  
Voice Recording Low  
FM Recording  
23 hr. 20 min.  
46 hr. 40 min.  
93 hr. 20 min.  
11 hr. 40 min.  
47 hr. 50 min.  
95 hr. 40 min.  
191 hr. 20 min.  
23 hr. 50 min.  
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*1 The player uses MS-ADPCM codec for recording the sound and the FM programs.  
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Maximum recordable number of files or folders (Approx.)  
Files: 2,640  
Folders: 500  
Capacity (User available capacity)*1  
NWZ-B152/B152F: 2 GB (Approx. more than 1.73 GB = 1,853,587,456 bytes)  
NWZ-B153/B153F: 4 GB (Approx. more than 3.54 GB = 3,798,007,808 bytes)  
*1  
Available storage capacity of the player may vary.  
A portion of the memory is used for data management functions.  
Output (headphones)  
Frequency response  
20 to 20,000 Hz (when playing data file, single signal measurement)  
FM radio (NWZ-B152F/B153F only)  
Preset  
30 presets  
FM Frequency range  
87.5 to 108.0 MHz  
The frequency is changed by 0.1 MHz.  
IF (FM)  
Unsupported  
Antenna  
Headphone cord antenna  
Interface  
Headphone: Stereo mini-jack  
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)  
Operating temperature  
5 °C to 35 °C (41 ºF to 95 ºF)  
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Built-in 170 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery  
USB power (from a computer via a USB connector of the player)  
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Charging time  
USB-based charging  
Approx. 70 minutes  
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Battery life (continuous playback)  
Status of the player  
Playback at MP3 128 kbps  
Playback at WMA 128 kbps  
At receiving FM broadcasting  
(NWZ-B152F/B153F only)  
NWZ-B15ꢀ/B15ꢁ/B15ꢀF/B15ꢁF  
Approximately 18 hours  
Approximately 17 hours  
Approximately 6 hours  
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FM recording  
(NWZ-B152F/B153F only)  
Voice recording  
Approximately 3 hours  
Approximately 6 hours  
Actual battery life may vary depending on settings. The above estimated battery usage  
hours are based on typical usage conditions with “Basic setting of battery life measurement  
(Longer battery life setting)” as shown in the table below. Note that even if the player is  
turned off for an extended period, a small amount of battery power is still consumed.  
Battery life may vary depending on volume setting, conditions of use, and ambient  
temperature.  
Setting  
Default setting  
Basic setting of battery  
life measurement  
(Longer battery life  
setting)  
[Power Save Mode]*1 ( p. 47)  
Settings for screen  
[Save ON  
Normal]  
[Save ON Super]  
[Equalizer]*2 ( p. 30)  
[None]  
[None]  
Settings for sound  
effect  
[BASS]*3 ( p. 29)  
Activate  
[LED ON]  
Deactivate  
[LED OFF]  
[LED]*3 ( p. 47)  
Settings for the power  
illuminator  
Settings for recording [Voice Record Codec]  
quality p. 44)  
[Mid]  
[Low]  
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*1 When [Power Save Mode] is set to [Save ON Normal], the battery life becomes approximately 30%  
shorter than [Save ON Super].  
When [Power Save Mode] is set to [Save OFF], the battery life becomes approximately 70% shorter  
than [Save ON Super].  
*2 When [Equalizer] is set to [Heavy], [Pop], [Jazz], [Unique] or [Custom], the battery life becomes  
approximately 50% shorter than [None].  
*3 When [BASS] is activated and [LED] is set to [LED ON], the battery life shortens by approximately  
50%.  
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Display  
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3-line LCD  
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Dimension (w/h/d, projecting parts not included)  
90.7 × 22 × 14.7 mm (3 5/8 × 7/8 × 19/32 inches)  
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Dimension (w/h/d)  
90.9 × 23.3 × 15.2 mm (3 5/8 × 15/16 × 5/8 inches)  
Mass  
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Approx. 28 g (Approx. 1.0 oz)  
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Supplied items  
Headphones (1)  
Quick Start Guide (1)  
The following folders are stored in the [Storage Media] folder of the memory of the player.  
The following items (PDF files and shortcuts) are included in these folders.  
[Operation Guide]*1 folder  
Contains PDF files of the Operation Guide.  
[Support] folder  
Contains shortcut icons to “Customer Support” and “Customer Registration” in the  
country/region folders.  
[PC_Application_Software] folder  
Contains a shortcut icon to the Windows Media Player 11 download site. If you use  
Windows Media Player 10 or less on your computer, download Windows Media Player  
11 from this web site.  
*1 PDF files named [xxx_NWZB150.pdf] in this folder are the Operation Guide. The language name is  
displayed in the place of “xxx.” Choose the manual of your language.  
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System Requirements (for the player)  
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Computer  
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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 or later)  
Windows Vista Home Premium (Service Pack 1 or later)  
Windows Vista Business (Service Pack 1 or later)  
Windows Vista Ultimate (Service Pack 1 or later)  
Windows 7 Home Basic  
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Windows 7 Home Premium  
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Windows 7 Professional  
Windows 7 Ultimate  
Supported 64 bit version OS for Windows Vista & Windows 7.  
Not supported by OSs other than above.  
*1 Excluding OS Versions not supported by Microsoft.  
CPU: 300 MHz or more (For Windows Vista, 800 MHz or more. For Windows 7, 1 GHz  
or more)  
RAM: 128 MB or more (For Windows Vista, 512 MB or more. For Windows 7, 1 GB (32  
bit) / 2GB (64 bit) or more)  
USB connector (Hi-Speed USB is recommended)  
Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, Windows Media Player 11 or 12 need 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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Symbols  
F
(Repeat all) ............................... 28  
(Repeat 1 song) ....................... 28  
(Repeat shuffle all) .......... 28  
Fast-forward ................................... 21  
Fast-rewind ..................................... 21  
[FM] ..........................................10, 33  
[FM Auto Preset] ........................... 35  
FM radio screen ............................. 34  
[Format] .......................................... 51  
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(ZAPPIN playback) ............. 8, 24  
[Custom] ................................ 30  
[Heavy] .................................... 30  
[Jazz] ........................................ 30  
[Pop] ........................................ 30  
[Unique] .................................. 30  
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Headphones ....................6, 71, 77, 79  
HOLD switch ................................... 7  
Home menu .................................... 10  
A
Adobe Reader ................................... 2  
ADPCM ....................................41, 77  
[Artist] ............................................ 26  
[AVLS (Volume Limit)] ................ 46  
I
[Information] ................................. 48  
[Initialize] ....................................... 51  
B
L
BACK/HOME button ............... 6, 12  
BASS/PLAY MODE button  
[Language] ................................16, 49  
[LED] .......................................... 6, 47  
..............................................5, 28, 29  
Bass function .............................. 8, 29  
Battery .......................................14, 78  
[Beep] .............................................. 46  
Bit rate ............................................. 53  
M
Manual tuning ................................ 33  
Messages ......................................... 65  
Microphone ................................ 7, 41  
MP3 .....................................19, 53, 76  
[Music Library] ..................10, 12, 21  
C
Computer ............................14, 62, 80  
[Contrast] ....................................... 47  
P
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Playback ....................................21, 23  
Play back recorded data ..........39, 43  
Playback screen ................................ 8  
[Play Mode] .................................... 28  
Power ................................................. 9  
Power illuminator ............................ 6  
[Power Save Mode] ........................ 47  
Preset tuning .................................. 33  
Date and Time ............................... 17  
Delete  
Recorded data ..............................38, 42  
Songs ..................................................32  
Display ....................................6, 8, 34  
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[Equalizer] ...................................... 30  
Explorer .......................................... 19  
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Radio ............................................... 33  
REC/STOP button ...............5, 37, 41  
Recharging ...................................... 14  
Recording .................................37, 41  
Remaining battery ..................... 8, 14  
Repeat .............................................. 28  
[Reset All Settings] ........................ 50  
RESET button ............................ 7, 56  
Reset the player .............................. 56  
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[Scan Sensitivity] ........................... 40  
Search for songs ............................. 26  
[Set Date-Time] .......................17, 45  
[Settings] ...................................10, 45  
Shuffle ............................................. 28  
Shuttle switch ................................... 5  
Sound quality ...........................29, 30  
Strap hole .......................................... 7  
Supplied items ................................ 79  
T
Time setting ..............................17, 45  
Transferring .................................... 19  
Troubleshooting ............................. 56  
U
USB connector .....................7, 14, 19  
V
[Voice] .......................................10, 41  
[Voice Record Codec] ................... 44  
VOL +/– button ............................... 5  
Volume ..................................5, 46, 71  
W
WMA ..................................19, 53, 76  
Z
ZAP button ................................. 5, 24  
ZAPPIN playback .......................... 23  
[ZAPPIN Range] ........................... 25  
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