Sony NW-WS623 Help Guide

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Instruction Manual

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Help Guide

Digital Music Player NW-WS623/WS625

Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your WALKMAN.

The color of Walkman sold in some countries/regions may differ from those shown above.

This Help Guide is also available as a PDF, which can be downloaded here.

The recommended application for Windows computer has been changed to Music Center for PC.

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

Getting Started

Customer registration websites

Before first use

Walkman manuals and general information

Checking the contents of the package

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Using the supplied accessories

Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds

Switching the earbuds

Installing Music Center for PC (Windows)

Installing Content Transfer (Mac)

Power/Charging

Turning the Walkman on or off

Charging the battery

Extending the battery life

Notes on charging the battery

Basic Operations

Parts and controls

Handling the Walkman

How to place the Walkman on your ears

Improving the fit

Detaching the Walkman

OPR (operation) lamp

Confirming the status from the OPR lamp

Using the Walkman in water

Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman

Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds

Why does the sound become muffled when you swim?

Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean

Notes on charging the battery after swimming

Adjusting the volume

Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives

Transferring Music

Preparing music content

Using a Windows computer

Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC

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Transferring content using Windows Explorer

Importing content from the Walkman to Music Center for PC

Using a Mac computer

Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer

Transferring content using Mac Finder

Creating a playlist on a computer

Notes on transferring content from a computer

Playing/Organizing/Deleting Music

Playing music

Skipping to the previous or next unit (folder/playlist/album)

Changing the playback mode (Repeat/Shuffle)

Changing the playback range (folder/playlist/album)

Deleting tracks from the Walkman

Playback and calls on a smartphone

Bluetooth

What you can do with the Bluetooth function

Connecting the Walkman to a smartphone

One-touch connections with a smartphone (NFC)

Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired Android smartphone for the first time

Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired iPhone for the first time

Connecting the Walkman to a paired smartphone

Music playback on a smartphone

Turning the Bluetooth function on or off

Playing music on a smartphone

Selecting the Walkman or a smartphone as the sound source

Selecting the wireless playback quality

Notes on the Bluetooth function

Notes on playing music from a smartphone

Phone calls

Answering a call / hanging up a call

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Rejecting a call

Notes on the volume for calls on smartphones

Various Functions

Ambient Sound Mode

What is Ambient Sound Mode?

Using Ambient Sound Mode

Using the Remote Commander (NW-WS625 only)

Parts and controls (Remote Commander)

Using the Remote Commander

Pairing the Walkman with the Remote Commander

Replacing the battery of the Remote Commander

Notes on using the Remote Commander

Adjusting the sound settings

Limiting the volume

Moderating the differences in volume level between tracks

Restarting / Initializing

Restarting the Walkman

Resetting the Walkman to the factory settings

Formatting the Walkman memory

Version information/System updates

Checking information on the Walkman

Updating the Walkman system software

Announcement

Notes on handling the Walkman

Notes on the headphones

Notes on the built-in battery

Notes on the software

Notes on the sample data

Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean

Notes on charging the battery after swimming

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General Information

Maintenance

Customer support website

Specifications

Battery life

Maximum recordable number of songs

Supported formats

System requirements

Troubleshooting

Power/Charging

The Walkman does not function. You cannot turn on the Walkman.

You cannot charge the battery.

The built-in rechargeable battery becomes depleted quickly even after the Walkman is fully charged.

Computer

The computer does not recognize the connected Walkman.

Playing Music

Sound becomes muffled (low volume). There is no sound.

The Walkman does not play tracks in the desired order.

The same track or album is played repeatedly. Tracks are played in random order.

Others

How to maintain and clean the Walkman after sports (swimming or running, etc.)

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Customer registration websites

We recommend that you register the Walkman to get better customer support.

For customers in the US:

http://www.sony.com/walkmanreg/

For customers in Canada:

English http://www.Sony.ca/Registration

French http://www.Sony.ca/Enregistrement

For customers in Latin America:

http://www.sony-latin.com/registration

For customers in Europe:

www.sony.eu/mysony

For customers in Asia/Oceania/the Middle East/Africa:

English/Korean/Traditional Chinese http://www.sony-asia.com/dmpwalkman/register/

Simplified Chinese https://www.sonystyle.com.cn/b2c_sony/b2c/productRegister.do

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

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Before first use

Thank you for purchasing a Walkman.

For information on laws, regulations and trademark rights, refer to Important Information contained in the supplied software. To read it, install the supplied software on your computer.

Before you start using the Walkman, read the topics under [Related Topic].

All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, TM and marks are not specified.

Before you start using the Walkman, check the following information.

Model names

Several model names appear in this [Help Guide]. Some models are not available depending on the country or region where you purchased the Walkman.

Computer system requirements

When you connect the Walkman to a computer, check the computer system requirements.

Battery charging

The battery might be low when you use the Walkman for the first time. Charge the battery before use.

Illustrations

The illustrations shown in this manual are for reference only. They may differ from the actual product.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Related Topic Walkman manuals and general information

System requirements

Charging the battery

Notes on handling the Walkman Notes on the headphones

Notes on the built-in battery

Notes on the software

Notes on the sample data

Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean

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Notes on charging the battery after swimming

General Information

Maintenance Customer support website

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Walkman manuals and general information

Sony provides the following manuals and information regarding the Walkman. The provided manuals explain the following operations and functions.

Basic operations. Unique functions that require explanations. Complicated operations that require instructions.

Help Guide

This Help Guide provides the standard operating procedures only.

How to transfer content to the Walkman. How to use various functions. Notes on using the Walkman.

Startup Guide (printed)

Basic steps to start listening to music after you purchase the Walkman.

Instruction Manual (printed)

Notes on using the Walkman Compliance information How to access [Important Information]

Read Before Using your Walkman in a Pool or the Ocean

How to attach Swimming Earbuds Notes on using the Walkman in a pool or the ocean Maintenance information

Important Information (supplied with the Walkman memory)

Information on copyrights, laws, and regulations To read the file, install the supplied software on your computer.

Customer support website (online)

See [Customer support website] in this [Help Guide].

The latest information on the Walkman FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

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Related Topic Restarting the Walkman

Formatting the Walkman memory

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

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Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman

Liquids that the water resistant performance specifications apply to

The types of liquid that the water resistant specifications of your Walkman apply to are as follows.

Applicable: Fresh water, tap water, perspiration, pool water, salt water

Not applicable: Liquids other than those above (examples: soapy water, detergent water, water with bath agents, shampoo, hot spring water, etc.)

The water resistant performance of your Walkman is based on our measurements under the conditions described in this section. Note that malfunctions as a result of water immersion caused by misuse by the customer are not covered by the limited warranty.

Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman

The water resistance specifications(*1) of this Walkman are equivalent to IEC 60529 Degrees of protection against ingress of water (IP Code) IPX5/8(*2), and the dust proofing specifications of this Walkman are equivalent to IEC 60529 Degrees of protection against solid foreign objects IP6X(*3). If you use your Walkman in a swimming pool, do not exceed a depth of 2 m (6.5 feet) while wearing it. Be sure to read and understand the water resistant/dust proof specifications completely before use.

Related Topic Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds

Why does the sound become muffled when you swim?

Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean

Notes on charging the battery after swimming

The headphone sections are not completely watertight.(*1) IPX5 (Degrees of protection against jets of water): Your Walkman, when Swimming earbuds are attached, has been tested under and maintains its operability under the following test conditions: When exposed to direct streams of water from any direction where approximately 12.5 l/min. of water is supplied for more than 3 minutes from a distance of approximately 3 m using a nozzle with an inner diameter of 6.3 mm. However, this does not apply to the headphone sections. IPX8 (Degrees of protection against continual water submersion): Your Walkman, when Swimming earbuds are attached, has been tested to and maintains its operability when submersed in water to a depth of 2 m for 30 minutes.

(*2)

IP6X (Degrees of protection against dust): Your Walkman, when Swimming earbuds are attached, has been tested to and continues to block dust after stirring for 8 hours in a testing device which contains dust particles that are up to 75 m in diameter.

(*3)

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

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Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds

Use Swimming Earbuds when you swim.

Select the appropriate Swimming Earbuds.

The standard-type earbuds are attached when you purchase the Walkman.

The standard-type earbud has an open hole ( ). The holes in Swimming Earbuds are covered with a thin film ( ). This prevents water from getting inside.

Select Swimming Earbuds with the appropriate size.

4 different sizes (S/M/L/LL) are supplied. Select a size with a slightly tighter fit than the standard-type earbuds. Select the appropriate size for each ear.

Attach Swimming Earbuds to the headphones.

Push the earbuds firmly onto the headphones. Align the ends of the earbuds ( ) with on the headphones.

To prevent the earbuds from detaching or getting stuck in your ears, be sure to attach the earbuds correctly.

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Hint

If the earbuds become dirty, remove them from the headphones. Then, hand-wash the earbuds with a neutral detergent. After you wash the earbuds, drain off the water and reattach the earbuds.

Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman

Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

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Why does the sound become muffled when you swim?

The sound may become muffled in the following situations.

Water has penetrated the headphones from the gap between your ears and the headphones ( ). The earbuds may not fit your ears securely. Select earbuds with the appropriate size for each ear.

Water has penetrated and accumulated inside the headphones ( ). If you are using the standard-type earbuds, switch them to Swimming Earbuds.

How to remove the water if the sound becomes muffled

If the sound becomes muffled, remove the water as follows.

Remove the water from your ears.

Remove the water from the headphones. Remove the earbuds from the headphones. Then, pat the headphones lightly 5 to 10 times against a dry cloth.

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Related Topic Detaching the Walkman Switching the earbuds to Swimming Earbuds

Maintenance

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Notes while swimming in a pool or the ocean

Do not use your Walkman in a crowded place or in circumstances which an inability to hear surrounding sounds would be dangerous. When you use your Walkman in public or private swimming facilities, follow the rules of that facility. The earbuds create a seal in your ear canal. Thus, there is a risk of damage to your ears or eardrums if strong pressure is applied to the earbuds, or the earbuds are removed suddenly from your ears. Due to this risk, do not do vigorous exercise, dive into a swimming pool, etc., while wearing your Walkman. Do not pour hot water directly on your Walkman and do not blow hot air from a hair dryer, etc., directly on the Walkman. Never use the Walkman in high-temperature locations such as in saunas or near a stove. Do not use or leave your Walkman in the following types of environment:

in high temperature locations with a temperature above 45 C (113 F) such as under the blazing sun, in a car, in warm water or other high temperature and high humidity locations in a cold locations with a temperature below 5 C (23 F)

If you cannot avoid using your Walkman in a location exposed to direct sunlight, cover your Walkman with a towel, etc. The sound volume is lower with Swimming earbuds than with standard-type earbuds. Increase the volume as needed. When you replace Swimming earbuds with the standard-type earbuds, the sound becomes louder. Adjust the volume so as not to hurt your eardrums. Your Walkman may detach and fall during vigorous exercise, etc. Your Walkman will sink if dropped in water. Radio waves do not transmit through water. You cannot perform the following operations via a Bluetooth connection underwater.

Listening to music on a smartphone. Answering a call. Using the Remote Commander (NW-WS625 only).

Notes on Ambient Sound Mode When the Swimming earbuds are attached, ambient sound cannot be heard as well as when Standard-type earbuds are attached. Ambient sounds cannot be heard well after using your Walkman in a pool or the ocean. Repeatedly pat the parts around the buttons of your Walkman softly against a dry cloth about 30 times. Then place your Walkman on a dry cloth at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours to ensure it is completely dry before the next use.

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

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Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds

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Notes on charging the battery after swimming

Before you charge the battery, make sure that the Walkman is not wet. If the Walkman is wet, wipe the moisture off completely and dry the Walkman at room temperature. Before you charge the battery, make sure that there is no moisture on the Walkman. The USB cradle (supplied) is not water-resistant.

Do not touch the USB cradle with wet hands. Do not use the USB cradle when the Walkman is wet.

Related Topic Water resistant and dust proofing performance of this Walkman

Differences between the standard-type earbuds and Swimming Earbuds Maintenance

Notes on charging the battery

The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

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Adjusting the volume

Hint If the voice guidance is too loud while you are listening to music in the Headphone mode, try the following.

Turn down the volume on the Walkman and then turn up the volume on the smartphone.

Related Topic Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives

Press the button ( ) to adjust the volume.

There are 31 volume levels, from 0 to 30 (default volume: 10).

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Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives

For European customers For Korean customers

The voice guidance Check the volume level is intended to protect your ears. You will hear this voice guidance initially after you turn up the volume to a harmful level. Press any button to cancel the alarm and warning.

Note You can turn up the volume after you cancel the alarm and warning.

After the initial warning, the alarm and warning will repeat every 20 cumulative hours that the volume is set to a level that is harmful to your ears. When this happens, the volume will turn down automatically.

If you turn off the Walkman after you have selected a high volume that may damage your eardrums, the volume level will automatically be lower when you turn on the Walkman the next time.

The alarm does not sound when the Walkman is in the Headphone mode.