Consult your nearest Sony dealer for replacing the built-in battery.
How long is the built-in battery life?
A2:
Although it depends on the environment how to use the unit, generally, it is possible to repeat full charge and discharge about 500 times.
* Charge of one time is considered as charging from discharged level to full.
What is an indication of replacing the built-in battery?
A3:
If battery duration becomes about half of the normal duration even though it is fully charged, it indicates the built-in battery needs to be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer for replacing the built-in battery.
How long does it take to charge the built-in battery?
A4:
It takes approximately 1.5 hours for 80% charge, and 3 hours for full-charge of the battery.
* The charging time will vary depending on remaining battery power and battery condition. If the battery is charged in a low-temperature environment, the charging time will be longer.
How can I charge the built-in battery?
A5:
The battery can be charged by connecting the player to the computer.
Notes:
In the following cases, wait until the player shows "Full" to charge the battery:
- If it is the first time to use the player.
- If you did not use the player for a long time.
What would happen to the battery life between charges when I recharge the battery in the [Battery Care] mode?
A6:
As the player stops recharging when the battery is charged to 90% of the maximum recharge capacity, the battery life between charges is shortened about 10%.
How does the battery indicator on the display show when the player finishes recharging in the [Battery Care] mode?
A7:
The battery indicator on the display shows as [FULL BATTERY] when the player finishes recharging even in the case you recharge the battery in the [Battery Care] mode.
The duration for the first increment of scale of the battery indicator is less than the one in the normal recharge mode.
