Sony NW-A100TPS Help Manual Download

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Help Guide

Digital Media Player

NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN

Adjusting the volume

Adjust the volume for “Music player”.

To adjust the volume with the volume dialog

Hint

Press or hold down the +/– (volume) buttons (

Turn on the screen of the player.

Press the +/– (volume) buttons (

) to display the volume panel.

Tap the volume scale or the digits on the volume panel to display the volume dialog.

Volume knob
+/– (volume)

Turn the volume knob (

) to adjust the volume.

You can also tap or hold down +/– (volume) (

) to adjust the volume.

Summary of Contents for NW-A100TPS

Page 1: ...untries regions may differ from those shown above The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications Getting Started Before first use Manuals and general information Checking the contents of the package Using the supplied accessories Switching the earbuds Attaching the soft case NW A100TPS only Configuring the initial setup 1 ...

Page 2: ...een Displaying the All Apps screen Displaying Quick Settings panel Screen operations Music player How to use the various screens of Music player Basic operating buttons on the Music player screens Library screen in Music player Playback screen in Music player Play queue screen in Music player Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player Sound adjustment screens for Music player Browsing the operatin...

Page 3: ...computer Notes on transferring content from a computer Enjoying music services via Wi Fi connection Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network Google Account Setting up a Google Account Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player Purchasing High Resolution Audio content by using the player Installing apps to enjoy online music services Notes on Wi Fi connections Playing O...

Page 4: ... canceling function Monitoring ambient sound while playing music Ambient sound mode What is Ambient sound mode Using Ambient sound mode Settings menu in Music player Restarting formatting or initializing the player Restarting the player Formatting the player Formatting a microSD card Various information and system updates Checking information on the player Updating the system software Announcement...

Page 6: ...not specified Before you start using the player 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 player Computer system requirements When you connect the player to a computer check the computer system requirements Battery charging The battery might be low when you use t...

Page 7: ...tem requirements Charging the battery Notes on handling the player Notes on the headphones Notes on the built in battery Notes on the sample data General Information Maintenance Customer support website 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 7 ...

Page 8: ... the Help Guide via the internet Use a computer a smartphone or the player connected to a Wi Fi network How to transfer content to the player How to use various functions Notes on using the player The Help Guide refers to the product as player Important Information Information on copyrights laws and regulations See Before first use for details on viewing the information Customer support website on...

Page 9: ...uide Instruction Manual NW A100TPS Soft Case 1 NW A105HN A106HN Headphones 1 IER NW510N Earbuds 1 set Note A microSD card is not supplied with the Walkman Models to sell vary by country or region Related Topic Customer support website 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications ...

Page 10: ...g on the body color of your player Body of player black You can distinguish the different sizes by the color inside the earbuds SS red S orange M green L light blue Body of player color other than black There are dots around the inner edges of the earbuds The number of rows of dots indicates the size SS 1 row S 2 rows M 3 rows L 4 rows Removing the earbuds Hold the headphones and then twist and pu...

Page 11: ...adphones Then hand wash the earbuds with a neutral detergent After washing drain off the water and reattach the earbuds Related Topic Checking the contents of the package 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 11 ...

Page 12: ...g the soft case Make sure that the player is securely fitted inside the soft case Observe the following precautions Otherwise the soft case may become deformed or break Do not apply strong pressure when you attach or remove the soft case Do not wrap the headphone cable around the soft case during use Do not put stickers etc on the soft case Do not use commercial solvents such as benzene or alcohol...

Page 13: ...arding replacements or repairs Due to repairs parts of the player may be replaced or the player may be replaced with a similar model In this case the replacement s will have a different design because the NW A100TPS is a limited item Because the soft case is a limited item the replacement product may not have the same design Related Topic Checking the contents of the package Playback screen in Mus...

Page 14: ...0001 h_zz Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network Setting up a Google Account Charging the battery Hold down the power button for 5 seconds until the player turns on The player may not turn on if the battery level is low Charge the player for about 30 minutes If necessary select a language and go to the next step 1 Confirm the content of End user license agreement and then tap Agree...

Page 16: ...rge the player for about 30 minutes Related Topic Configuring the initial setup Charging the battery Turning the power off 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Hold down the power button for 5 seconds until the player turns on When you turn on the player for the first time a screen for the initial setup will appear Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup 1 The contents of ...

Page 17: ...Related Topic Turning the power on 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Hold down the power button for 2 seconds while the screen is turned on 1 Tap Power off 2 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 17 ...

Page 18: ...vent unintentional operations on the touch screen Related Topic Parts and controls 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Slide the HOLD switch upwards The HOLD function is enabled The status icon will appear in the status bar You cannot operate the following buttons Playback operating buttons volume buttons You can operate the following parts even while you have enabled the HOLD function ...

Page 19: ... sufficiently The computer will recognize the player after about 30 minutes of charging Related Topic Reducing the battery consumption Notes on charging the battery Specifications 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Connect the player to a running computer via USB The charge lamp will light up When charging is complete the charge lamp turns off 1 Disconnect the player from the computer ...

Page 20: ...en you are not using it Turn off the NFC function when you are not using it Turn off the Wi Fi function when you are not using it Turn off the Noise canceling function Turn off Ambient sound mode Related Topic Charging the battery Turning the power off Sound adjustment screens for Music player One touch connections with a Bluetooth device NFC Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network Using the Nois...

Page 21: ...is case you may be unable to fully charge the battery The battery can be recharged about 500 times from a completely depleted state The exact number of times may vary depending on the usage conditions To prevent deterioration of the battery charge the battery at least once every 6 months Charging is not guaranteed when you use a homebuilt or modified computer Charging from a USB hub is only guaran...

Page 22: ...ucing the battery consumption Notes on the built in battery Battery life 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 22 ...

Page 23: ...the microSD card slot cover Insert a microSD card until it clicks into place Make sure to insert the microSD card in the correct direction The gold contact pins should face up Close the cover 1 Format the microSD card Swipe the Home screen upwards Tap the menu items in the following order Settings Storage Tap the name of the microSD card Tap the menu items in the following order options Storage se...

Page 24: ...rrently being played The playback position Tracks and the playback order on the play queue screen When you remove the microSD card the following information will disappear Favorite information for tracks on the microSD card Bookmark information for tracks on the microSD card Formatting a microSD card will delete all data stored on the microSD card Save a backup of important data Related Topic Note...

Page 25: ...ion When a microSD card is used in a location where there is static electricity or electrical noise Sony assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage of stored data Sony recommends that you save a backup copy of important data regularly Observe the following cautions when you handle microSD cards Do not apply strong force to a microSD card Do not bend a microSD card Do not drop a microSD card ...

Page 27: ...Otherwise the output sound will be impaired 4 Strap hole Attach a strap not supplied 5 USB Type C port Connect the USB Type C cable supplied 6 microSD card slot The card slot is inside the slot cover Insert a microSD card not supplied until it clicks into place 7 microSD card slot cover Open the cover to insert a microSD card 8 Built in antenna The Wi Fi antenna and Bluetooth antenna are built in ...

Page 28: ...LD hold switch Slide the switch to lock the playback operating buttons and volume buttons on the player You can avoid operating the buttons accidentally Locked inoperable Released operable 13 Charge lamp The lamp lights up while the player is charging 14 There are tactile dots on the play pause button and the volume button The tactile dots can help you operate the buttons without looking at them 1...

Page 29: ... online music services Status bar The status of the player and notifications appear as icons Swipe down on the status bar to display the notification panel and the Quick Settings panel 1 Google search widget Tap the input field to show the keyboard Enter text to search on Google 2 Shortcuts to apps Tap a shortcut to launch an app 3 Dock You can add up to 5 shortcuts for apps 4 Navigation bar The n...

Page 30: ...ps from Google Play Store Chrome Use the app to launch Google Chrome and view websites Note Please note that Sony does not accept responsibility for any problems due to apps or services from other companies Check the terms of service from each provider before use Related Topic List of icons displayed in the status bar Installing apps to enjoy online music services 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Son...

Page 31: ...the desired app Enter the name of the app in the input field at the top of the All Apps screen 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Swipe the Home screen upwards The All Apps screen will appear Scroll up or down on the screen to find the desired app Tap the app icon to launch the app 1 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s ...

Page 32: ...y swipe down on the status bar with 2 fingers The Quick Settings panel will appear The following are some of the functions on the Quick Settings panel at the time of purchase Wi Fi function Bluetooth function Volume Noise canceling function Ambient sound mode 1 Tap the desired icon to switch the function on or off When you tap the volume icon the volume dialog appears Depending on the function the...

Page 33: ...t the sound to suit your preferences To launch Music player On the Home screen tap Music player Related Topic How to use the various screens of Music player Basic operating buttons on the Music player screens Library screen in Music player Playback screen in Music player Play queue screen in Music player Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player Sound adjustment screens for Music player 5 006 032...

Page 34: ... player with the playback screen at the center Flick the playback screen to switch to other screens upwards downwards to the left to the right Playback screen You can confirm a variety of information for the currently selected track Library screen You can select tracks from the library screen Tracks are classified into various categories such as All songs Album Artist etc 34 ...

Page 35: ...ored Equalizer DSEE HX DC Phase Linearizer Dynamic Normalizer Vinyl Processor Mini player The mini player appears at the bottom of each screen except for the playback screen Tap the mini player to display the playback screen Current playback position The area indicates the playback position within the current track 1 Cover art Track title Artist name Tap the area to display the playback screen Fli...

Page 36: ...the Music player screens Library screen in Music player Playback screen in Music player Play queue screen in Music player Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player Sound adjustment screens for Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 36 ...

Page 37: ... Settings to adjust the basic setting for Music player Library top Tap the button to display the library screen Playback screen Tap the button to display the playback screen This button appears only on the Settings menu for Music player Update database Tap the button to update the database of Music player This button appears only on the library screen Related Topic Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copy...

Page 38: ...ories All songs Album Artist etc Each track is classified into several categories Select a track from the desired category 1 Page indicator The number of dots represents the number of available pages Flick the screen to the left or right to switch to a different page 2 Update database button Tap the button to update the database of Music player A purchased content or a transferred content may not ...

Page 39: ...te Select the item to delete the selected track playlist or folder Hint You can move the category icons Hold down an icon and drag and drop it to the preferred position You can also display the context menu by holding down an item in the list You can also update the database from the Settings menu for Music player Tap the menu items in the following order Options Settings Update database Related T...

Page 40: ...isplay the playback screen Option menu Tap Options to display the option menu Displayed items may differ depending on the settings Sound quality codec sampling frequency bit rate quantization bit rate High Resolution Audio icon 1 Cover art 2 Elapsed time of the current track 3 Timeline bar 4 Track title Artist name Album title 5 Shuffle button Previous button Play Pause button Next button Repeat b...

Page 41: ...s when you select the playback screen while there is a check mark in the box for Display tape playback screen To perform screen operations tap the cassette tape screen The display will temporarily switch back to the regular playback screen Then you can perform screen operations Even if there is a check mark in the box for Display tape playback screen the playback screen will not switch to the cass...

Page 43: ...layer to the right Option menu Tap Options to display the option menu Displayed items may differ depending on the settings Settings Select the item to display the Settings menu for Music player Add all songs to Bookmarks Playback unit 1 Current track 2 Playback order 3 Library button 4 Options button 5 Context menu button 6 Content list Artist name Track title Codec Codecs for High Resolution Audi...

Page 44: ... song information Select the item to display the details of the track Hint You can also display the context menu by holding down an item in the list Related Topic Music player How to use the various screens of Music player Basic operating buttons on the Music player screens Playing music Playback methods Managing Bookmarks in Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents...

Page 45: ...ption menu Displayed items may differ depending on the screen or settings Settings Select the item to display the Settings menu for Music player Edit song order Select the item to change the order of tracks in the selected Favorites or Bookmarks Drag and drop the tracks until they are in the desired order Add all songs to Bookmarks Pull down menu for Favorites and Bookmarks 1 Content list Cover ar...

Page 46: ...ails of the track Hint You can also display the context menu by holding down an item in the list Note When you remove the microSD card the following information will disappear Favorite information for tracks on the microSD card Bookmark information for tracks on the microSD card Information may remain in the database for Music player In this case when you reinsert the microSD card the information ...

Page 47: ...layback screen in Music player upwards To navigate the sound adjustment screens Flick the screen to the left or right to select a sound adjustment You cannot select sound adjustments if you have turned on the following settings Turn off the settings to enable the other sound adjustments Direct Source ClearAudio Sound adjustments available Equalizer DSEE HX DC Phase Linearizer Dynamic Normalizer Vi...

Page 48: ...em to view the operating guide Hint You can flick any of the sound adjustment screens downwards to return to the playback screen Related Topic Music player How to use the various screens of Music player Basic operating buttons on the Music player screens Adjusting the sound 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation You can turn the Direct Source function on or off The contents of the Help Gui...

Page 49: ...ow to use the various screens of Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation On the Home screen tap Music player 1 On the playback screen the library screen or the sound adjustment screens tap the menu items in the following order Options Operation guide 2 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 49 ...

Page 50: ...f the player appear as icons Running Music player Updating the database of Music player microSD card mounted HOLD indicator Bluetooth function Noise canceling Ambient sound mode Wi Fi network connected Airplane mode Battery status The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 50 ...

Page 52: ...he screen contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center The player will be formatted at a fee to erase the screen lock information Sony assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage of stored data 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Swipe the Home screen upwards 1 Tap the menu items in the following order Settings Security location Screen lock 2 Tap the desired method to unl...

Page 53: ...lume dialog Hint Press or hold down the volume buttons 1 Turn on the screen of the player 1 Press the volume buttons to display the volume panel 2 Tap the volume scale or the digits on the volume panel to display the volume dialog Volume knob volume 3 Turn the volume knob to adjust the volume You can also tap or hold down volume to adjust the volume 4 53 ...

Page 54: ...r When sound is output through a USB device that is connected to the player Limiting the volume The AVLS Automatic Volume Limiter System function reduces the risk of damage to ears from loud volumes Using AVLS limits the maximum volume AVLS has the following features AVLS limits the volume to a certain level AVLS prevents disturbances to others caused by loud volumes AVLS reduces risks that occur ...

Page 55: ...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 player after you have selected a high volume that may damage your eardrums the volume level will automatically be lower when you turn on the player the...

Page 56: ...e is Android File Transfer Google LLC Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player If you connect the player to a Wi Fi network you can purchase music content from online music services For details see Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player Importing music content from an audio CD to Music Center for PC For details on the procedure see Ho...

Page 57: ...ight holders Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player Installing Music Center for PC Windows Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content using Mac computer Playing music 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Use a computer on which Music Center for PC has been installed 1 Launch Musi...

Page 58: ...tice To transfer High Resolution Audio content from the computer to the player On a Windows computer You can use Music Center for PC version 2 2 or later or Windows Explorer On a Mac computer You need to install additional software An example of additional software is Android File Transfer Google LLC Hint High Resolution Audio content is indicated with an icon both on Music player and in Music Cen...

Page 59: ...s to a computer Organizing and managing the content For example you can create playlists Transferring content on a computer to the player Confirm the system requirements before you install Music Center for PC Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC System requirements 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Access the Musi...

Page 60: ...c4pc Use a computer on which Music Center for PC has been installed 1 Launch Music Center for PC 2 Connect the player to the computer via USB 3 Confirm the Use USB for menu on the player Select File Transfer and tap OK If the Use USB for menu does not appear you can access the menu from the Settings app Swipe the Home screen upwards Tap the menu items in the following order Settings Connected devi...

Page 61: ...ogo While the player is connected to a computer observe the following cautions Otherwise the player may not function properly Do not turn on the computer Do not restart the computer Do not wake the computer from sleep mode Do not shut down the computer While you are transferring or importing music content on Music Center for PC make sure that the computer does not enter the sleep mode or standby m...

Page 62: ...nd tap OK If the Use USB for menu does not appear you can access the menu from the Settings app Swipe the Home screen upwards Tap the menu items in the following order Settings Connected devices USB 2 Open the WALKMAN folder as follows Windows 10 Open File Explorer from the Start menu Select WALKMAN from the left pane Windows 8 1 Open File Explorer from Desktop Select WALKMAN from the list under T...

Page 63: ...ype C cable supplied Do not format the memory of the player on the computer The player may not display information for some music content correctly depending on the language setting on the player Transferred music content is limited to private use only Use of music content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders The use of a USB hub is only guaranteed when you use a sel...

Page 64: ...t by using a computer Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Playing music Supported formats 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 64 ...

Page 65: ... the player to the computer via USB 3 Confirm the Use USB for menu on the player Select File Transfer and tap OK If the Use USB for menu does not appear you can access the menu from the Settings app Swipe the Home screen upwards Tap the menu items in the following order Settings Connected devices USB 4 Select the connected device from Transfer and Manage in the sidebar of the Music Center for PC s...

Page 66: ...hub that carries an authorized logo While the player is connected to a computer observe the following cautions Otherwise the player may not function properly Do not turn on the computer Do not restart the computer Do not wake the computer from sleep mode Do not shut down the computer Related Topic Installing Music Center for PC Windows Playing music Supported formats 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 ...

Page 67: ...d Topic Install Android File Transfer Access the following URL to download files Then follow the instructions on the webpage to install the software https www android com filetransfer 1 Connect the player to the computer via USB 2 Confirm the Use USB for menu on the player Select File Transfer and tap OK If the Use USB for menu does not appear you can access the menu from the Settings app Swipe th...

Page 69: ... You can separate seconds and hundredths of a second using a period instead of a colon 3 You can omit hundredths of a second 1 Save the file Select UTF 8 as the character encoding Set the same file name as the music file Set lrc as the extension The maximum file size is 512 KB If a text line cannot fit on the screen it will be wrapped The number of lines of text that can be displayed simultaneousl...

Page 70: ...ght notice When you create LRC files using copyrighted materials authored by others the LRC files are limited to private use only Use of LRC files for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders Related Topic Obtaining lyric information Displaying lyrics 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Windows 7 Select Start Computer and then WALKMAN Create a new folder in the Mu...

Page 71: ...er Hint You can transfer video content to the Music folder Music player can only play the audio for video content Note Music player cannot recognize folders stored in the eighth level of a folder Do not rename the following default folders Otherwise Music player will not recognize the folders Music Related Topic Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help G...

Page 72: ...etermine the network name check the following items Wi Fi router Instruction manual for the Wi Fi router Service agreement for the Wi Fi network The following terms may also refer to the network name Network SSID SSID ESSID Access Point Name APN To determine the network password check the following items Wi Fi router Instruction manual for the Wi Fi router Service agreement for the Wi Fi network T...

Page 73: ...ase B 9 numeral 9 and q lowercase Q Instructional video There is an instructional video for the following operations Setting up a Wi Fi connection Visit the following link https rd1 sony net help dmp mov0002 h_zz Related Topic Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to chang...

Page 74: ...tore Using apps such as e mail and calendar Note Ensure that the player is connected to the internet through a Wi Fi network when you perform the following Setting up a Google Account Signing in to a Google Account Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Turn on the Wi Fi function to connect the player to the internet 1 Swipe the Home s...

Page 75: ...of the player or the Music folder on the microSD card the content will not appear in the library of Music player In this case use the Files app to move the content to the Music folder or the Download folder in the memory of the player or the Music folder on the microSD card Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network Library screen in Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corp...

Page 76: ...nt Services vary by country or region Check the service guide for the provider you use Each service provider has different downloading procedures compatible file formats and payment methods Note that the provider may choose to suspend or terminate the service without notice Hint High Resolution Audio content is indicated with an icon on Music player Related Topic Music player Connecting the player...

Page 77: ...formation for the app The following apps are installed on the player at the time of purchase Play Music YouTube Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network Setting up a Google Account 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Turn on the Wi Fi function to connect the player to the internet 1 On the Home screen tap Play Store 2 Search for the desired app 3 Follow the onscreen instru...

Page 78: ...mmunication range may vary depending on the following conditions Distance between devices Obstructions between devices Device configuration Signal conditions Surrounding environment wall material etc Software in use Communications may cut off depending on signal conditions The data transfer rate is the theoretical maximum It does not indicate the actual data transfer rate Wi Fi devices work on the...

Page 79: ...layback operating buttons on the player play pause Press the button to start or pause playback previous track Press the button to skip to the beginning of the current track or the previous track Hold down the button to fast rewind the track while playing next track Press the button to skip to the beginning of the next track Hold down the button to fast forward the track while playing On the Home s...

Page 80: ...r try the following Use the Favorites Bookmarks function on Music player Create playlists with Music Center for PC and transfer them Related Topic How to use the various screens of Music player Library screen in Music player Playback screen in Music player Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Tran...

Page 81: ...lect the desired playback mode from Shuffle or Repeat Setting the playback range The relationship between playback mode and playback range When you set Playback range to All range On the playback screen in Music player tap the area or to select a playback mode Shuffle Repeat 1 song Repeat all When Shuffle and Repeat all are lit up Music player will play all tracks in the selected playback range ra...

Page 82: ... played in random order 1 Repeat off Tracks in the selected range are played in sequential order 1 Repeat all Tracks in the selected range are played repeatedly 1 Repeat 1 song The current track is played repeatedly Note When you select a track from Bookmarks Music player plays tracks in the selected Bookmarks only Tracks in other Bookmarks will not be played even when Playback range is set to All...

Page 83: ...n create a text file LRC file Input lyrics to a text file LRC file by yourself For details on LRC files refer to the relevant topic under Related Topic Note Lyric information is limited to private use only Use of lyric content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders Related Topic Displaying lyrics Adding lyric information using a computer 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 S...

Page 84: ...lay lyrics Related Topic Obtaining lyric information Adding lyric information using a computer 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation On the playback screen in Music player tap the menu items in the following order Options Display lyrics 1 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 84 ...

Page 85: ... player Note You cannot add cover art images for playlists You cannot import a single playlist to both the player memory and a microSD card Listening to playlists on Music player Deleting playlists from Music player Select the connected device from Transfer and Manage in the sidebar of the Music Center for PC screen The transfer screen for the player will appear on the right side A list of music c...

Page 86: ...ansferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Library screen in Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 86 ...

Page 87: ...acks in Favorites Removing tracks from Favorites Hint You can remove all the tracks from Favorites On the Favorites Bookmarks screen select Favorites in the menu and then tap the menu items in the following order Options Remove all While Music player is playing or pausing a track that you want to add to Favorites tap Favorites on the playback screen The track will be added to Favorites The black F...

Page 88: ...en in Music player Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 88 ...

Page 89: ...and drop to rearrange the tracks Tap Done to save the order of tracks Note You cannot import Bookmarks to a computer Listening to bookmarked tracks Removing tracks from Bookmarks Hint You can remove all the tracks from Bookmarks Perform one of the following While Music player is playing or pausing a track that you want to bookmark On the playback screen tap the menu items in the following order Op...

Page 90: ... all Related Topic Library screen in Music player Playback screen in Music player Play queue screen in Music player Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 90 ...

Page 91: ...version 2 2 or later Windows Explorer Note When you delete tracks using Windows Explorer do not delete or rename the default folder such as Music Otherwise Music player will not recognize the content Related Topic Library screen in Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation On the library screen in Music player tap the desired category albums artists etc and the desired subcategor...

Page 92: ...tered Bluetooth device On the list of devices under Connected devices tap the settings icon next to the name of the Bluetooth device that you want to erase The passkey may also be called a passcode PIN code PIN number or password The player stays connected to the Bluetooth device until you turn off the Bluetooth function To conserve the battery power turn off the Bluetooth function or disconnect t...

Page 93: ... The player is turned off When there is an active Bluetooth connection the sound adjustments are invalid Instructional video There is an instructional video for the following operations Pairing a Bluetooth device for the first time Connecting to a paired Bluetooth device Visit the following link https rd1 sony net help dmp mov0004 h_zz Related Topic Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth devi...

Page 94: ...mes for a Bluetooth device are displayed check the BD address of the Bluetooth device For details on the BD address refer to the manual of the Bluetooth device If the Bluetooth device supports the NFC function the player and the Bluetooth device can be paired and connected by touching them together The player stays connected to a Bluetooth device until you turn off the Bluetooth function To conser...

Page 95: ...battery of the player has run out The player is turned off When there is an active Bluetooth connection the sound adjustments are invalid Instructional video There is an instructional video for the following operations Pairing a Bluetooth device for the first time Connecting to a paired Bluetooth device Visit the following link https rd1 sony net help dmp mov0004 h_zz Related Topic Connecting the ...

Page 96: ... disconnect the player and the Bluetooth device using the NFC function Turn on the screen of the player Then touch the player and the Bluetooth device and together again to disconnect If the Bluetooth device has an NFC switch set the NFC switch to on 1 Turn on the screen of the player 2 Touch the mark on the player and the Bluetooth device together Hold them together until instructions appear on t...

Page 97: ...een upwards Tap the menu items in the following order Settings Connected devices Connection preferences Then confirm that the NFC switch is set to on Note Turn on the screen of the player before you make the connection If the screen is turned off you cannot connect the Bluetooth device by touching the Bluetooth device to the player NFC The battery life becomes considerably shorter when the Bluetoo...

Page 98: ... the Bluetooth device Related Topic Connecting the player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Configuring the Bluetooth function One touch connections with a Bluetooth device NFC Notes on the Bluetooth function 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Swipe the Home screen upwards on the player 1 Tap the menu items in the following order Settings Connected devices Connection p...

Page 99: ...y using the player in a crowded place Avoid areas where electromagnetic waves are emitted For example near microwave ovens mobile phones or mobile gaming devices Due to a characteristic of Bluetooth wireless technology the sound may lag slightly Bluetooth radiation may affect the operation of electronic medical devices Turn off the player and other Bluetooth devices in the following locations in h...

Page 100: ...en tap Adjust to customize the equalizer setting DSEE HX This function upscales the sound quality of audio files The sound quality will become almost equal to that of High Resolution Audio The function reproduces the clear high range sound that is often lost DC Phase Linearizer This function adjusts low frequency phase shifts to reproduce the audio characteristics of analog amplifiers Dynamic Norm...

Page 101: ...Music player share adjusted values Note The sound adjustments are disabled in the following cases There is an active Bluetooth connection Sound is output from the USB device that is connected to the USB Type C port Related Topic Sound adjustment screens for Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to upda...

Page 102: ...oise canceling function Otherwise the Noise canceling function will not work Select an appropriate earbud size to enjoy the full effects of the Noise canceling function You may hear rubbing noises while wearing headphones This is not a malfunction The Noise canceling function mainly reduces noise in low frequency bands This function does not cancel all noise Do not cover the microphone part of the...

Page 103: ...d You may hear noise when you turn the Noise canceling function on or off This is not a malfunction The Noise canceling function is disabled while the following function is active Ambient sound mode Related Topic Switching the earbuds Displaying Quick Settings panel 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates ...

Page 104: ... may not be heard well depending on the surrounding environment type of the music being played on the player or the volume level Be very careful when using the headphones in places where an inability to hear ambient sound would be dangerous such as on roads where there is car or bicycle traffic Ambient sound mode may not function properly if you use the headphones with earbuds that do not fit your...

Page 105: ...you hold the headphones in your hands while you are using Ambient sound mode Depending on the surrounding environment or the volume of the ambient sounds Ambient sound mode may turn off temporarily This is not a malfunction Adjust Ambient sound level It may solve the problem When you disconnect the headphones from the player turn off Ambient sound mode beforehand If you cannot hear the ambient sou...

Page 106: ...nction is active The Noise canceling function Related Topic What is Ambient sound mode 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 106 ...

Page 107: ... following order Options Settings Playback Shuffle Repeat Repeat off Repeat all Repeat 1 song Playback range All range Selected range Play on cassette tape screen Artist list display Album artist Artist DSD USB output for DSD Auto DoP Filtering during DSD playback Slow roll off Sharp roll off Gain during DSD playback 0 dB 3 dB Database Rebuild database Update database Other Reset settings Reset So...

Page 108: ...About Music player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 108 ...

Page 109: ...ion Hint If the player freezes hold down the power button for 10 seconds to force the player to restart Related Topic Formatting the player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Hold down the power button for 2 seconds while the screen is turned on 1 Tap Restart 2 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 109 ...

Page 110: ...ap the menu items in the following order From the Playback screen in Music player Options Detailed song information From the Library screen Play queue screen or Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player Context menu Detailed song information Note Sony does not guarantee performance if you format the memory of the player using a computer Related Topic Swipe the Home screen upwards 1 Tap the menu i...

Page 112: ...n From the Library screen Play queue screen or Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player Context menu Detailed song information Note When you use a microSD card on the player for the first time format the microSD card with the player Otherwise some functions of the player may be limited 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Swipe the Home screen upwards 1 Tap the menu items in the follow...

Page 113: ...ame and system software version Related Topic Updating the system software 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Swipe the Home screen upwards 1 Tap the menu items in the following order Settings System About device 2 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 113 ...

Page 114: ...ns Detailed song information From the Library screen Play queue screen or Favorites Bookmarks screen in Music player Context menu Detailed song information Related Topic Charging the battery Connecting the player to a Wi Fi network Customer support website Checking information on the player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation Connect the player to a power source 1 Turn on the Wi Fi func...

Page 115: ...light Do not place the player in locations where the temperature is extremely high Do not leave the player in direct sunlight Do not leave the player in a car with all the windows closed especially during the summer Do not place the player in locations where it is exposed to vibration Do not drop the player from heights Do not apply a strong force or shock to the player Do not place the player in ...

Page 116: ...se the player for a long time The bag or cloth may trap heat and cause a malfunction 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 The player screen is made of glass The glass may crack if you drop the player on a hard surface or if you apply strong forc...

Page 117: ...ully into your ears Do not remove the earbuds from your ears suddenly When you take off the headphones move the earbuds up and down gently When you unplug the headphones from the player hold the headphones by the plug Pulling the cable itself may damage the headphones Do not sleep while you are wearing headphones The cable may become wrapped around your neck while you are sleeping About the use of...

Page 118: ...bare hands if the battery is leaking The battery liquid may cause burns or blindness If the liquid contacts your body or clothes wash the liquid off immediately with clean water 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 118 ...

Page 119: ...istening When formatting is complete the player will restore its preinstalled content Sample data is not installed in some countries or regions Related Topic Formatting the player 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 119 ...

Page 120: ...ng against your ears particularly in dry air conditions This is a result of static electricity accumulated in the body This effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural materials Sony is not responsible for user data even if the following problems occur due to defects in the player or a computer Recording or downloading of data is incomplete Data such as music is damaged or deleted...

Page 121: ...lution Be careful not to get water inside the player Do not clean with solvents such as alcohol naphtha or paint thinner These solvents may damage the surface of the player Clean the headphone plug occasionally with a soft dry cloth Noise or sound skipping may occur if the plug is dirty 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without n...

Page 122: ...ers in the USA Canada and Latin America https www sony com am support For customers in Europe https www sony eu support For customers in China https service sony com cn For customers in Asia Pacific Oceania the Middle East and Africa https www sony asia com support For customers who purchased the overseas models https www sony co jp overseas support 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation T...

Page 123: ...o mini jack External memory microSD microSDHC microSDXC Wireless LAN Standard IEEE 802 11a b g n ac Frequency band 2 4 5 GHz band Encryption WEP WPA WPA2 Bluetooth Version Communication system Bluetooth Specification Version 5 0 Frequency band 2 4 GHz band 2 4000 GHz 2 4835 GHz Modulation method FHSS Supported Bluetooth profiles A2DP AVRCP SPP OPP DID Supported Codecs Transmission SBC LDAC aptX ap...

Page 124: ...2 18 inches 3 90 inches 0 44 inches w h d Approx 55 9 mm 98 9 mm 11 0 mm 2 21 inches 3 90 inches 0 44 inches Mass Approx 103 g 3 64 oz Capacity Capacity NW A100TPS 16 GB NW A105 16 GB NW A105HN 16 GB NW A106 32 GB NW A106HN 32 GB Actual available memory for other contents NW A100TPS Approx 6 29 GB NW A105 Approx 6 29 GB NW A105HN Approx 6 29 GB NW A106 Approx 20 53 GB NW A106HN Approx 20 53 GB Not...

Page 125: ...Mass Approx 43 8 g 1 55 oz 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 125 ...

Page 126: ...ling ON Approx 14 hours Noise canceling OFF Approx 19 hours FLAC 192 kHz 24 bit Ambient sound mode ON Approx 10 hours Ambient sound mode OFF Approx 14 hours Noise canceling ON Approx 11 hours Noise canceling OFF Approx 14 hours DSD 2 8224 MHz 1 bit Ambient sound mode ON Approx 7 5 hours Ambient sound mode OFF Approx 9 5 hours Noise canceling ON Approx 7 5 hours Noise canceling OFF Approx 9 5 hours...

Page 127: ...of the connected device Note The values shown in this topic indicate the approximate battery life when content is played under all of the following conditions The player is playing continuously with the default settings The playback app is Sony original music player app Even if the player is turned off for an extended period a small amount of battery power is still consumed Battery life may vary d...

Page 128: ...128 kbps Approx 5 600 songs AAC 256 kbps Approx 2 800 songs FLAC 44 1 kHz 16 bit Approx 500 songs FLAC 96 kHz 24 bit Approx 150 songs FLAC 192 kHz 24 bit Approx 70 songs DSD 2 8224 MHz 1 bit Approx 120 songs Note The approximate numbers are based on 4 minute a song This product is confirmed to operate normally with up to a total of 20 000 tracks stored in the main memory and on the microSD card 5 ...

Page 129: ...pported Note Sampling frequency may not correspond to all encoders Copyright protected files cannot be played back Non standard bit rates or non guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the Sampling frequency Files that are 4 GB APE is 2 GB or larger cannot be played back This product recognizes audio sources exceeding CD quality 44 1 kHz 16 bit quantization and DAT quality 48 kHz 16 bit qua...

Page 131: ...to operate on a Mac A Wi Fi environment is required to use some features of this product You need an internet connection to download computer applications We do not guarantee operation for all computers 5 006 032 11 1 Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product s specifications 131 ...

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