SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 (01) PDF Document

Before using your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 for the first time, it is important to charge the battery. The battery might be low when you first use the device. You can charge the battery by connecting your Walkman to a running computer via the supplied USB cable.

To start listening to music on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394, follow these three steps:

1. Connect your Walkman to a computer. This will also charge the battery. The computer must be turned on and running.

2. Import music to your computer and transfer it to your Walkman. You can use the recommended “Music Center for PC” software for Windows or “Content Transfer” for Mac. Alternatively, you can drag and drop music files directly using Windows Explorer or Finder.

3. Enjoy your music. Connect the headphones, unlock the HOLD function, turn on the power, and select the music you want to play.

Here are the functions of the main buttons, jacks, and controls on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394:

1. BACK/HOME button: Press to go up one list screen level or return to the previous menu. Press and hold to display the Home menu.

2. 5-way button: Press the center (play/pause) button to start playback. Press the up, down, left, or right marks to navigate through on-screen menus. There is a tactile dot on the center button to help you operate it without looking.

3. Headphone jack: Insert the headphone plug until it clicks into place for proper sound.

4. USB jack: Connect the supplied USB cable for charging and data transfer.

5. Display: The screen that shows menus and playback information.

6. VOL (Volume) +/- button: Press to adjust the volume. The + button has a tactile dot.

7. HOLD switch: Slide this switch to disable all operation buttons, preventing accidental presses during transportation. Slide it to the opposite position to release the HOLD function.

8. OPTION/POWER button: Press to display the option menu. Press and hold to turn the Walkman on or off.

9. RESTART button: Press this small button with a pin or paper clip to restart your Walkman if it becomes unresponsive.

10. Strap hole: Use to attach a strap (not supplied).

To turn on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394, press and hold the OPTION/POWER button. If the HOLD switch is engaged, you must first slide the switch to unlock the Walkman before it can be operated. If there is no operation for an extended period, the device will turn off automatically to save power.

To turn off the power on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394, press and hold the OPTION/POWER button until “[POWER OFF]” appears and the screen goes blank. The Walkman will also turn off automatically if there is no operation for an extended period.

The HOLD switch on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 is used to prevent buttons from being accidentally pressed. To activate it, slide the switch in the direction of the arrow. This disables all operation buttons. To release the HOLD function and enable the buttons again, slide the switch to the opposite position. A lock icon will flash at the top of the screen if you press a button while the HOLD function is enabled.

To charge the battery of your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394, follow these steps:

1. Connect your Walkman to a running computer using the supplied USB cable.

2. The battery status icon on the screen will show the charging progress. When charging is complete, the icon will show a full battery.

3. Disconnect your Walkman from the computer once charging is complete.

Note that you cannot operate your Walkman while it is connected to a computer for charging.

You can reduce battery consumption and extend the battery life on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 by following these tips:

• Turn off the power manually when you are not using it.

• Set a shorter time for the [Screen Off Timer] in the settings.

• Adjust the screen brightness to a lower level.

• Turn off all sound quality settings, such as Bass Boost and Equalizer.

The Home menu is the starting point for all functions. To use it:

1. Press and hold the BACK/HOME button until the Home menu appears.

2. Press the 5-way button (up, down, left, right) to select the desired menu icon (e.g., [Music], [Photos], [FM Radio], [Settings]).

3. Press the center button of the 5-way button to confirm your selection and enter that menu.

The option menu allows you to change settings related to the current function (e.g., during music playback).

1. While in a function screen, such as the music playback screen, press the OPTION/POWER button.

2. The option menu will appear. Use the 5-way button to navigate up or down to select the desired menu item (e.g., [Play Mode]).

3. Press the center button of the 5-way button to confirm.

4. Select the desired setting (e.g., [Shuffle]) and press the center button again to confirm.

To dismiss the option menu, press the BACK/HOME button.

The icons in the information area at the top of the screen on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 provide status information:

• Playback status: Shows icons for play, pause, fast forward, rewind, find the beginning of the next song, and find the beginning of the previous song.

• HOLD indication: A lock icon appears when the HOLD switch is activated.

• Remaining battery power: Shows the current battery level.

• Sleep timer: An icon appears when the sleep timer is active.

• Music functions available: Icons for Shuffle, Repeat, Bass Boost, etc., may be displayed depending on your settings.

If operations on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 become unstable, you can restart it. First, disconnect the Walkman from your computer and ensure no music is playing. Then, press the RESTART button on the back of the device with a pen or a paper clip. Restarting will not delete any data or reset your settings.

You can reset your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 to its default settings without deleting content like music. Follow these steps:

1. From the Home menu, select [Settings].

2. Select [Common Settings] – [Reset/Format] – [Reset All Settings] – [Yes].

Formatting (initializing) the memory on your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 will erase all content, including sample data and software installers. Be sure to back up any important data to your computer before proceeding.

1. From the Home menu, select [Settings].

2. Select [Common Settings] – [Reset/Format] – [Format] – [Yes].

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to format the memory.

Do not format the Walkman’s memory using a computer; only use the format function on the device itself.

You can add new features by installing the latest system software. To do this, you must download the update program from the customer support website for your area.

1. Download the update program to your computer.

2. Connect your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 to your computer and run the update program.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update.

To check your current software version, go to [Settings] – [Common Settings] – [Unit Information].

You can transfer music to your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 using several methods:

• For Windows: Use the “Music Center for PC” software to import music from CDs or your computer and transfer it to the Walkman. You can also drag and drop music files directly from Windows Explorer into the “MUSIC” folder on the Walkman.

• For Mac: Use the “Content Transfer” software to transfer music and playlists from iTunes. You can also drag and drop files directly from the Finder into the “MUSIC” folder on the Walkman.

To delete content from your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394, you must use the same computer and software you used to transfer it.

• Using Music Center for PC (Windows): Connect the Walkman, launch the software, select the content on the Walkman device list, and click the delete option.

• Using Content Transfer (Mac): Connect the Walkman, start the software, click the icon for browsing device content, select the files, and click “Delete.”

• Using Windows Explorer or Mac Finder: Connect the Walkman, open the device folder (e.g., “MUSIC”), select the files or folders you want to delete, and delete them as you would any other file on your computer.

You cannot delete content using the Walkman’s on-device functions.

After transferring music to your device, follow these steps to play it:

1. From the Home menu, select the [Music] icon.

2. Select a search method, such as [Album], [Artist], or [All Songs].

3. Browse the lists and select the desired song.

Playback will start automatically, and the music playback screen will be displayed. To pause or resume playback, press the center button of the 5-way button.

To change the playback mode:

1. On the music playback screen, press the OPTION/POWER button to open the option menu.

2. Select [Play Mode].

3. Choose your desired setting:

• For random order, select [Shuffle] or [Shuffle & Repeat].

• To play songs repeatedly, select [Repeat], [Repeat 1 Song], or [Shuffle & Repeat].

4. Press the center button to confirm.

After transferring photos to your Walkman, you can view them by following these steps:

1. From the Home menu, select the [Photos] icon.

2. Browse through your photo folders or list and select a photo to view.

3. The photo will be displayed. You can press the 5-way button (left/right) to view the previous or next photo.

You can also start a slide show by pressing the center button of the 5-way button from a photo folder or list.

To listen to the FM radio, you must have the headphones connected, as the cord acts as the antenna.

1. Connect your headphones to the Walkman.

2. From the Home menu, select the [FM Radio] icon.

3. Press the 5-way button (left/right) to tune to the desired frequency. Press and hold to scan for the next receivable station.

You can also preset stations automatically or manually via the option menu.

If your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394 does not operate or the power does not turn on, try the following solutions:

• If you recently transferred a lot of content, wait for more than one minute after disconnecting for the database to build.

• Make sure the HOLD switch is not in the HOLD position. Slide it to the opposite position to unlock.

• If the battery is low, charge it by connecting the Walkman to a computer.

• Disconnect the Walkman from the computer, as it cannot be operated while connected.

• If the issue persists after charging, press the RESTART button on the back with a pen or paper clip to restart the device.

If there is no sound, check the following:

• Ensure the volume level is not set to zero.

• Check that the headphone plug is inserted firmly into the headphone jack until it clicks into place.

• If the plug is dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.

• If the problem continues, try restarting the Walkman by pressing the RESTART button.

If you cannot charge your SONY WALKMAN NW-E394, try these steps:

• Ensure the computer it is connected to is turned on and not in standby or hibernation mode.

• Check that the USB cable is connected properly and securely to both the Walkman and the computer.

• Use the supplied USB cable.

• Avoid using a USB hub; connect the Walkman directly to a USB port on the computer.

• If the battery is completely drained or has not been used for a long time, it may take about 10 minutes of charging before the computer recognizes it.

• If none of these steps work, restart the Walkman using the RESTART button and try connecting again.

If your computer doesn’t recognize the Walkman:

• Charge the battery if it is low.

• If it’s the first time using the Walkman or it hasn’t been used in a long time, leave it connected for about 10 minutes.

• Make sure the USB cable is securely connected.

• Use the supplied USB cable and connect directly to the computer, not through a USB hub.

• If the problem persists, press the RESTART button on the Walkman and try connecting again.

There are a few reasons why songs may not play in the expected order:

• Shuffle playback may be turned on. Cancel shuffle mode to return to normal playback.

• When tracks are transferred using drag-and-drop, the order may differ from the original album track order. To ensure a specific order, create a playlist on your computer using software like Music Center for PC and transfer the playlist to your Walkman.

If you cannot hear FM radio broadcasts, check the following:

• The headphone cord functions as the antenna. FM radio will not work unless headphones are connected.

• The station may not be fully tuned in. Try to tune in to the station again for the best reception.

• The FM signal may be weak inside a building or vehicle. Try listening near a window for a stronger signal.

Display: 1.77 inch (4.5 cm), QQVGA (128 × 160 Pixels) TFT color display with white LED-backlight.

Interface: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) micro USB, Stereo mini-jack for headphones.

FM Radio: Frequency range of 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz. Headphone cord acts as the antenna.

Power Source: Built-in Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery, charged via USB.

Charging Time: Approx. 120 minutes for a full charge.

Dimensions (w/h/d): 43.2 mm × 92.3 mm × 9.6 mm.

Mass: Approx. 39 g (1.4 oz).

Capacity: 8 GB (User available capacity will be less).

The approximate battery life when content is played continuously at default settings is:

• Music: Approx. 35 hours for MP3 at 128 kbps; Approx. 34 hours for AAC at 256 kbps.

• FM Radio: Approx. 12 hours.

Note that battery life may vary depending on volume setting, conditions of use, and ambient temperature.

Music (Audio Formats):

• MP3: .mp3 file extension, 32 to 320 kbps (supports VBR).

• WMA: .wma file extension, 32 to 192 kbps (supports VBR). Copyright protected WMA files cannot be played.

• Linear PCM: .wav file extension, 1,411 kbps.

• AAC: .mp4, .m4a, .3gp file extensions, 16 to 320 kbps (supports VBR). Copyright protected AAC-LC files cannot be played.

Photo Formats:

• JPEG: .jpg file extension, Baseline Profile, compatible with DCF 2.0/Exif 2.21 file format. Max. 2,048 × 2,048 pixels.