Notes on handling the Walkman

Read the notes below and follow the instructions to use the Walkman safely.

  • Consult a doctor if you become injured or burned from using the product.
  • Contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center if the Walkman does not operate properly.
  • Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, an explosion, fire, electric shock, burns, or injury may result.
    • Do not expose the Walkman to fire.
    • Do not allow metallic objects to get inside the Walkman.
    • Do not short-circuit the terminals of the Walkman with metallic objects.
    • Do not take apart or modify the Walkman.
    • Do not use the Walkman when you see lightning or hear thunder.
    • Do not use the Walkman if it causes an uncomfortable reaction on your skin.
  • Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, you may damage the casing or cause the Walkman to malfunction.
    • Do not place the Walkman in direct sunlight.
    • Do not place the Walkman in locations where the temperature is extremely high.
    • Do not leave the Walkman in direct sunlight. Do not leave the Walkman in a car with all the windows closed, especially during the summer.

    • Do not place the Walkman in locations where it is exposed to vibration.
    • Do not drop the Walkman from heights.
    • Do not apply a strong force or shock to the Walkman.
    • Do not place the Walkman in locations where there is magnetization. For example, do not place the Walkman near a magnet, speakers, or a TV.
    • Do not turn on the Walkman right after you move it from a cold environment to a warm environment.
    • Do not use the Walkman in damp locations, such as in a bathroom or a sauna.
    • Do not place the Walkman on an unstable surface or in an inclined position.
    • Do not sit down when the Walkman is inserted in your pocket.

    • When you store the Walkman in a bag, do not apply strong impacts to the bag. In particular, avoid storing the Walkman in a bag with the headphone cord or earphone cord wrapped around the Walkman.

  • The Walkman is neither waterproof nor dustproof. Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, the Walkman may become inoperable because of short-circuited terminals or corroded metal.
    • Do not drop the Walkman into water.
    • Do not use the Walkman in humid locations or during wet weather such as rain or snow.
    • Do not place the Walkman against your body or clothes when you are sweating.
    • Do not touch the Walkman with wet hands.

    • Do not use the Walkman in locations where it is exposed to excessive dust.
  • Comply with announcements regarding the use of electronic devices when you are on an airplane.
  • Heat may build up in the Walkman in the following situations, but this is not a malfunction. However, be careful because there is a risk of low-temperature burns.
    • While the battery is charging.
    • While the Walkman is playing for an extended period of time.
  • Do not apply strong force to the surface of the display. Strong force may cause the following problems.
    • Distorted colors or brightness.
    • A malfunction of the display.
    • Injury from a cracked display.
  • When you use a strap, note the following.
    • The strap can get caught on objects around you. Be careful to avoid the risk of strangulation.
    • Be careful not to swing the Walkman while holding the strap. You may hit someone with the Walkman.
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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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