NWZ-W270S Series | Water resistance performance | WALKMAN Help guide

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Water resistance performance

Sound became muffled when using your Walkman in water such as when swimming.

The headphone sections are not watertight, so sound quality of your Walkman may deteriorate if water gets inside the headphones. If water gets in the headphones, remove the water and dry well before using again. [Details]

Before swimming, attach the appropriate earbuds to prevent water from getting inside the headphones. [Details]

You dropped your Walkman in water.

The headphone sections are not watertight, so sound quality of your Walkman may deteriorate if water gets inside the headphones. If water gets in the headphones, remove the water and dry well before using again. [Details]

You spilled a drink (such as coffee or water) on your Walkman, or washed your Walkman in a washing machine.

The water resistance performance of your Walkman is not intended to protect against liquids other than fresh water, tap water, sweat and pool water.

Rinse your Walkman off with fresh water at room temperature or gently running tap water immediately, and then dry it well with a soft dry cloth.
Because the headphone sections are not watertight, sound quality of your Walkman may deteriorate if water gets inside the headphones. If water gets in the headphones, remove the water, and dry well before using again. [Details]