Sony NWZ-S545 Manual

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Parts and Controls
Front
Rear
Symptom
Cause/Remedy
When double-
clicking [Setup.
exe] to install the 
bundled software, 
[Setup.exe] does 
not execute, and 
the Properties 
window opens.
  Install the bundled software after 
installing Windows Media Player 11. 
For details on Windows Media Player 
11, refer to the following web site: 
  http://www.support.microsoft.com/
To initialize (format) the player
You can format the built-in flash memory of the player. If 
the memory is formatted, all files including the Operation 
Guide (PDF file) will be erased and all setting values 
returned to their defaults. Be sure to verify the files stored 
in memory prior to formatting, and then export any 
necessary files to the hard disk of your computer or other 
device beforehand.
1
  Press and hold the BACK/HOME button 
until the [Home] menu appears.
2
  Select 
 [Settings] – [Common 
Settings] – [Format] – [Yes] – [Yes] in this 
order.
Press the /// button to select the item, and then 
press the  button to confirm.
When initialization finishes, [Memory formatted.] 
appears.
Note
 Do not format the built-in flash memory using Windows 
Explorer. If you format the built-in flash memory, format 
it on the player.
Troubleshooting
If the player does not function as expected, try the following 
steps to resolve the issue.
1
  Find the symptoms of the issue in 
“Troubleshooting” in the Operation Guide 
(PDF file), and try any corrective actions 
listed.
For details on connecting to a computer, see the tables on 
the right.
2
  Connect the player to your computer to 
charge the battery.
You may be able to resolve some issues by charging the 
battery.
3
  Press the RESET 
button with a small 
pin, etc.
If you press the RESET button 
while operating the player, 
stored data and player settings 
may be lost.
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.
About the customer support Web sites, see “For the latest 
information”.
6
  If the approaches listed above fail to resolve 
the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
RESET button
Symptom
Cause/Remedy
The player cannot 
charge the battery.
  The USB cable is not connected to a 
USB connector on your computer 
properly.
 Disconnect the USB cable, and then 
reconnect it.
 Use the supplied USB cable.
  The battery is charged in an ambient 
temperature out of the range of 5 °C 
(41°F) to 35 °C (95°F).
 Charge the battery in an ambient 
temperature of 5 °C (41°F) to 35 °C 
(95°F).
  The computer is not on.
 Turn on the computer.
  Your computer has entered Sleep or 
Hibernate status.
 Release the computer from Sleep or 
Hibernate status.
[Connecting] or 
[Connected USB 
(MTP)] does not 
appear when 
connected to the 
computer with the 
supplied USB 
cable.
  The remaining battery power is 
insufficient.
 Charge the battery by connecting the 
player to a running computer for at 
least 5 minutes.
  The USB cable is not connected to a 
USB connector on your computer 
properly.
 Disconnect the USB cable, and then 
reconnect it.
 Use the supplied USB cable.
  A USB hub is being used.
 Connecting the player via a USB hub 
may not work. Connect the player 
directly to your computer using the 
supplied USB cable.
Symptom
Cause/Remedy
[Connecting] or 
[Connected USB 
(MTP)] does not 
appear when 
connected to the 
computer with the 
supplied USB 
cable.
  The computer is running another 
software other than the one used for 
transferring.
 Disconnect the USB cable, wait a few 
minutes, and reconnect it. If the 
problem persists, disconnect the USB 
cable, restart the computer, and then 
reconnect the USB cable.
  [Connecting] or [Connected USB 
(MTP)] may not appear on the player, 
depending on the software environment 
that is running on your computer.
 Activate Windows Media Player, or 
Windows Explorer.
  The USB connector on your computer 
may have a problem. 
 Connect the player to another USB 
connector on your computer.
  The player is in the status of recording 
or record pause.
 Your computer does not recognize 
the player in the status of recording 
or record pause.
The player 
becomes unstable 
while it is 
connected to the 
computer.
  A USB hub or USB extension cable is 
being used.
 Connecting the player via a USB hub 
or extension cable may not work. 
Connect the player directly to your 
computer using the supplied USB 
cable.
 Built-in speakers
 BACK/HOME button
 5-way button
*
1
 (play/pause/confirm) button
/ buttons
/ buttons
 Display
 VOL +
*
1
/– button
 Output switch
 HOLD switch
 OPTION/PWR OFF button
Press to display the option menu.
If you press and hold the OPTION/PWR OFF button, the 
screen turns off and the player enters standby mode.
 RESET button
Use a small pin, etc. 
 Strap hole
 Microphone
 Stand hole
This is used to attach the supplied stand.
 WM-PORT jack
Connect the supplied USB cable, or optional peripheral devices. 
 Headphone jack
*
1
  There are tactile dots. Use them to help with button operations.
Precautions
About the headphones
 
Avoid playing the unit at so loud a volume that extended play 
might affect your hearing.
 
At a high volume outside sounds may become inaudible. 
Avoid listening to the unit in situations where hearing must 
not be impaired, for example, while driving or cycling.
 
As the supplied headphones are of open-air design, sounds go out 
through the headphones. Remember not to disturb those close to 
you.
Notice for customers: the following information is only 
applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU 
directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, 
Minato-ku, Tokyo, 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.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the player. 
Record them in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers in 
the spaces whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this 
product.
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. __________________________
License and Trademark Notice
Refer to the Operation Guide (PDF file).
For the latest information
If you have any questions or issues with this product, or would 
like information on compatible items with this product, visit 
the following web sites.
For customers in the USA:  
http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport
For customers in Canada:  
http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/
For customers in Europe:  
http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA
For customers in Latin America:  
http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp
For customers in other countries/regions:  
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
For customers who purchased the overseas models:
http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/
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