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Sony WALKMAN NW-WM1A Help Manual

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Digital Music Player
NW-WM1A/WM1Z
Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your WALKMAN®.
The color of Walkman sold in some countries/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
Customer registration websites
Before first use
Walkman manuals and general information
Checking the contents of the package
Using the supplied accessories
Using a leather case

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  • Page 1 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your WALKMAN®. The color of Walkman sold in some countries/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 Customer registration websites Before first use...
  • Page 2 Configuring the initial setup Installing Media Go (Windows) Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Power/Charging Turning the Walkman on or off Using the HOLD switch Charging the battery Extending the battery life Notes on charging the battery microSD Cards Using a microSD card Notes on microSD cards Basic Operations Parts and controls...
  • Page 3 Transferring content from a Windows computer using Media Go Transferring content using Windows Explorer Importing content from the Walkman to Media Go Using a Mac computer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Adding lyrics information using a computer Notes on transferring content from a computer Playing/Organizing/Deleting Music...
  • Page 4 Restarting the Walkman Resetting/Reformatting/Initializing the Walkman Formatting a microSD card Version information/System updates Checking information on the Walkman Updating the Walkman system software Using shortcut buttons from the quick setting panel Settings menu Announcement Notes on handling the Walkman Notes on the headphones Notes on the built-in battery Notes on the software General Information...
  • Page 5 The Walkman cannot play transferred content. A track is duplicated on the Walkman. Others You have spilled liquid (water, coffee, etc.) on the Walkman. You have washed the Walkman in a washing machine. The Walkman does not work properly. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents NW-WM1A/WM1Z Help Guide ......................Getting Started ..........................Customer registration websites ...................... Before first use ..........................Walkman manuals and general information ................... Checking the contents of the package ................... Using the supplied accessories ....................... Using a leather case .........................
  • Page 7 Transferring content using Mac Finder ................... Adding lyrics information using a computer .................. Notes on transferring content from a computer ................Playing music ..........................Playback methods ........................Using [SensMe™ Channels] ......................Displaying lyrics ..........................Obtaining lyrics information ....................Displaying lyrics ........................
  • Page 8 Maximum recordable number of songs ..................Supported formats ........................Troubleshooting ..........................System requirements ........................Power/Charging ..........................The built-in rechargeable battery becomes depleted quickly even after the Walkman is fully charged...................... What is the battery lifespan? ....................Can I replace the built-in rechargeable battery myself? ............

  • Page 9: Customer Registration Websites

    For customers in Europe: www.sony.eu/mysony For customers in Asia/Oceania/the Middle East/Africa: English/Korean/Traditional Chinese http://www.sony-asia.com/dmpwalkman/register/ Simplified Chinese https://www.sonystyle.com.cn/b2c_sony/b2c/productRegister.do The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 10: Before First Use

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Before first use Thank you for purchasing a Walkman. For information on laws, regulations and trademark rights, refer to “Important Information” contained in the supplied software. To read it, install the supplied software on your computer. Before you start using the Walkman, read the topics under [Related Topic].
  • Page 11 Related Topic Walkman manuals and general information System requirements Charging the battery Notes on handling the Walkman Notes on the headphones Notes on the built-in battery Notes on the software General Information Maintenance Customer support website 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 12: Walkman Manuals And General Information

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Walkman manuals and general information Sony provides the following manuals and information regarding the Walkman. The provided manuals explain the following operations and functions. Basic operations. Unique functions that require explanations. Complicated operations that require instructions.
  • Page 13 Related Topic Customer support website 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 14: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Leather case (1) Note Headphones and a microSD card are not supplied with the Walkman. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 15: Using A Leather Case

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Using a leather case (Only for models supplied with a leather case) To attach the leather case Place the Walkman inside the leather case. Attach the projecting parts of the leather case to the slots on the Walkman. To remove the Walkman from the leather case Notes on the genuine leather case The leather case is made of natural leather.
  • Page 16 Places with high humidity or dust. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Checking the contents of the package 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 17: Configuring The Initial Setup

    Follow the onscreen instructions. You can view the [Guide to High Quality Sound] screen, if you prefer. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 18: Installing Media Go (Windows)

    You can also transfer iTunes content to the Walkman via Media Go. Confirm the system requirements before you install Media Go. Access the Media Go download website. http://mediago.sony.com/ Install Media Go. Click to install the software. Then, follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 19 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Media Go System requirements 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 20: Installing Content Transfer (Mac)

    The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer System requirements 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 21: Turning The Walkman On Or Off

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Turning the Walkman on or off Hold down the button ( ) for 3 seconds until the Walkman turns on. When you turn on the Walkman for the first time, the initial setup wizard will launch. Follow the onscreen instructions. You can set the following items during the initial setup.

  • Page 22: Using The Hold Switch

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Using the HOLD switch You can lock the Walkman to prevent accidental button operation. Slide the switch ( The HOLD function is enabled. You cannot operate the buttons on the Walkman or the touch screen. Only the button ( ) is active and you can use it to perform the following operations.
  • Page 23 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Parts and controls 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 24: Charging The Battery

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Charging the battery Connect the Walkman to a running computer via USB. The charge lamp will light up. When charging is complete, the battery status icon switches to Then, the charge lamp turns off. Disconnect the Walkman from the computer.
  • Page 25 Notes on charging the battery Specifications 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 26: Extending The Battery Life

    Turning the Walkman on or off Settings menu Sound quality setting screens Establishing a Bluetooth connection using NFC Using shortcut buttons from the quick setting panel Notes on the built-in battery Displaying lyrics Battery life 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 27: Notes On Charging The Battery

    When the battery is sufficiently charged but the battery life has dropped to about half of its normal span, the battery may be worn out. Contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The computer may not recognize the Walkman in the following situations.
  • Page 28 Extending the battery life Notes on the built-in battery Battery life 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Using A Microsd Card

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Using a microSD card This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Inserting a microSD card into the Walkman. Removing a microSD card from the Walkman. Formatting a microSD card on the Walkman. To use a microSD card on the Walkman, you first need to format the microSD card on the Walkman. Insert a microSD card.
  • Page 30 Formatting a microSD card will delete all data stored on the microSD card. Save a back up copy of important data. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Notes on microSD cards Formatting a microSD card 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 31: Notes On Microsd Cards

    Notes on microSD cards Use a microSD card that has been formatted on the Walkman. Sony does not guarantee the operation of other microSD cards. Sony does not guarantee all operations for microSD cards that are used on multiple devices.

  • Page 32: Parts And Controls

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Parts and controls Touch screen Tap icons or items on the screen to operate the Walkman. Strap hole Attach a wrist strap (supplied). WM-PORT jack Connect the USB cable (supplied). Connect accessories that support WM-PORT (not supplied). microSD card slot cover Open the cover to insert a microSD card.
  • Page 33 The lamp lights up while the Walkman is charging. Volume + (*1)/– buttons Press the buttons to adjust the volume. Playback operating buttons (*1): Press the button to start or pause playback. : Press the buttons to jump within the current track or to the previous or next track. Hold down the buttons to fast-rewind or to fast-forward playback.
  • Page 34 Disconnect from the Bluetooth connection to use wired headphones. Passive headphones: Headphones without a Noise Canceling function or Bluetooth function. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 35: How To Use The Various Screens On The Walkman

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z How to use the various screens on the Walkman This topic explains the layout of the various screens with the playback screen ( ) at the center. Flick the playback screen switch to other screens (up/down/left/right). Playback screen...
  • Page 36 You can control playback operations from the playback screen. You can also configure various settings for playback. Library screen You can select tracks from the library screen. Tracks are classified into various categories (such as [All Songs], [Album], [Artist], etc.). Lineup screen You can check the list of tracks that the Walkman will play with the current settings.
  • Page 37 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Library screen Playback screen Lineup screen Bookmark List screen Sound quality setting screens Playback methods 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 38: Library Screen

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Library screen You can select tracks from the library screen. Tracks are classified into various categories (such as [All Songs], [Album], [Artist], etc.). To display the library screen Flick the playback screen down. You can also tap at the bottom of the screen to display the library screen.
  • Page 39 You can also display the pop-up menu by holding down an item in the list. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens on the Walkman Playing music 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 40: Playback Screen

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Playback screen You can control playback operations from the playback screen. You can also configure various settings for playback. To display the playback screen at the bottom of the screen. Cover art Track number / Total numbers of tracks Elapsed time of the current track Timeline bar Track title / Artist name / Album title...

  • Page 41: Display Lyrics

    The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens on the Walkman Playing music Playback methods Displaying lyrics Adjusting the sound quality settings 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 42: Lineup Screen

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Lineup screen You can check the list of tracks that the Walkman will play with the current settings. To display the lineup screen Flick the playback screen to the right. Current track Playback order Pop-up menu icon Track information Artist name...
  • Page 43 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens on the Walkman Playing music Playback methods Managing playlists on the Walkman Managing bookmarks on the Walkman 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 44: Bookmark List Screen

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Bookmark List screen You can listen to tracks that you have registered to a bookmark list beforehand. You can add tracks to bookmark lists on the playback screen, etc. To display the bookmark list screen Flick the playback screen to the left.

  • Page 45: Delete All

    The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens on the Walkman Playing music Playback methods Managing playlists on the Walkman Managing bookmarks on the Walkman 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 46: Sound Quality Setting Screens

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Sound quality setting screens You can adjust various sound quality settings. You can save sound quality settings as presets. Up to 3 presets can be stored. To display the sound quality setting screen Flick the playback screen up. To navigate the sound quality setting screens Flick the screen left or right to select the sound quality setting that you want to adjust.
  • Page 47 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens on the Walkman Adjusting the sound quality settings 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 48: List Of Icons Displayed In The Information Area

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z List of icons displayed in the information area You can check the playback status and various settings using the icons displayed in the information area. The icons vary depending on the status of the Walkman. Volume bar Volume indicator Tap the volume bar to open the volume dialog.
  • Page 49 Shuffle indicator (Shuffle Playback) Repeat indicators (Repeat All/Repeat 1 Song) Sleep Timer Bluetooth Battery status The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Volume

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume On the Walkman: Press the button ( ) to adjust the volume. On the screen: Tap the volume bar ( ) on the playback screen to display the volume dialog. Turn the knob ( ) to adjust the volume.
  • Page 51 Turn down the volume. The alarm will not sound when there is an active Bluetooth connection. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 52: Browsing The Operating Guide

    You can browse the operating guide to take a quick tour of the operations on the Walkman. On the library screen or the playback screen, tap and then [View Help]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 53: Preparing Music Content

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Preparing music content Before you transfer music content to the Walkman, you need to prepare the content. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Importing content from an audio CD to Media Go. Importing content stored on a computer to Media Go.

  • Page 54: Music Information

    When importing the audio CD is completed, open [Library] – [Music] on Media Go to check the imported content. Music information Media Go will download music information automatically from the CDDB (Gracenote CD DataBase) via the Internet. The music information is used after the content is transferred to the Walkman. Note the following when you use the CDDB service.
  • Page 55 Open [Library] – [Music] on Media Go ( Drag-and-drop the folders or files from Windows Explorer to Media Go. Importing content stored on an external media device to a computer Use an external media device that contains music content. The following instructions are for Windows Explorer. If you are using a Mac computer, use Finder. Connect the external media device to a computer.
  • Page 56 Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Transferring content from a Windows computer using Media Go Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Playing music 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 57: Purchasing High-Resolution Audio Content

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content High-Resolution Audio refers to content in a format with higher sound quality than the CD standard. High-Resolution Audio content is available via online music services. Access an online music service that provides High-Resolution Audio content. Services vary by country or area. Check the service guide for the provider you use.
  • Page 58 Transferring content using Mac Finder 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 59: Transferring Content From A Windows Computer Using Media Go

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Transferring content from a Windows computer using Media Go You can transfer content that is stored on a Windows computer to the Walkman via Media Go. Use a computer on which Media Go has been installed. Launch Media Go.
  • Page 60 Select albums or tracks. Make sure that [WALKMAN (model name)] is displayed as the destination ( Click [WALKMAN (model name)] ( ) to select the destination memory. : The internal memory of the Walkman : A microSD card in the Walkman Click to transfer.
  • Page 61 To transfer content from iTunes to the Walkman Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB. Launch iTunes, select the desired content in iTunes ( ), and then drag-and-drop the content to [WALKMAN (model name)] ( in Media Go. If you want to select the destination memory, click the memory icon next to [WALKMAN (model name)] ( ) before you transfer content.
  • Page 62 Transferring content using Windows Explorer Playing music 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 63: Transferring Content Using Windows Explorer

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Transferring content using Windows Explorer You can transfer content directly by dragging and dropping it from Windows Explorer. Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB. Open the [WALKMAN] folder as follows. Windows 7 or earlier versions: Select [Start], [Computer], and then [WALKMAN].
  • Page 64 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Media Go Playing music 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 65: Importing Content From The Walkman To Media Go

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Importing content from the Walkman to Media Go Use a computer on which Media Go has been installed. Launch Media Go. Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB. Click ) beside the name of the Walkman and select [MUSIC] in the left pane. You can browse the content on the Walkman.
  • Page 66 If you want to import albums or artists, select a category ( Click in Media Go. Confirm that the import of the content is complete. Then, disconnect the Walkman from the computer. Hint For details on using Media Go, refer to the online help information for Media Go. Note Check the audio format of the content that you want to import.
  • Page 67 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Media Go (Windows) Playing music Supported formats 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 68: Transferring Content From A Mac Computer Using Content Transfer

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer You can use Content Transfer for Mac. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. Use a computer on which Content Transfer has been installed. Launch Content Transfer. Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB.
  • Page 69 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content Playing music 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 70: Transferring Content Using Mac Finder

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Transferring content using Mac Finder You can transfer content directly by dragging and dropping it from Finder. Connect the Walkman to a running computer via USB. Select [WALKMAN] in the sidebar of the Finder. You can also transfer content to a microSD card.
  • Page 71 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content Playing music 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 72: Adding Lyrics Information Using A Computer

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Adding lyrics information using a computer To add lyrics information, you can select either of the following methods. Adding lyrics to a track using the latest version of Media Go. Creating lyrics in a text file (an LRC file). After you input lyrics to tracks, transfer the tracks to the Walkman.

  • Page 73: Copyright Notice

    You can omit hundredths of a second. Save the file. Select [UTF-8] as the character encoding. Set the same file name as the audio 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 simultaneously depends on the Walkman model.
  • Page 74 Displaying lyrics 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 75: Notes On Transferring Content From A Computer

    Do not rename the following default folders. Otherwise, the Walkman will not recognize the folders. MUSIC The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 76: Playing Music

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Playing music To play tracks, first select a category. You need to transfer music content from a computer to the Walkman in advance. On a Windows computer Use Media Go to transfer content from a CD or the computer to the Walkman. Drag-and-drop content from Windows Explorer.
  • Page 77 Playback screen Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Media Go Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Playback methods 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 78: Playback Methods

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Playback methods This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Setting the playback mode. Setting the playback range. Setting the playback mode On the playback screen, tap and then [Repeat] or [Shuffle]. Tap the desired playback mode. Setting the playback range Tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 79 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens on the Walkman Playback screen Playing music 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 80: Using [Sensme™ Channels]

    On the library screen, tap [SensMe™ Channels]. Hint [SensMe™ Channels] implements the following technologies developed by Sony. 12 TONE ANALYSIS on the Walkman using Low-Complexity Music Information Retrieval (LCMIR) technology Music file transfer from software and devices that support the 12 TONE ANALYSIS technology When you open a channel using the [SensMe™...

  • Page 81: Displaying Lyrics

    Both of the methods above must be performed on a computer. Add lyrics on the computer, and then transfer the tracks to the Walkman. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Displaying lyrics Adding lyrics information using a computer 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 82: Displaying Lyrics

    [Display Lyrics]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Obtaining lyrics information Adding lyrics information using a computer 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 83: Managing Playlists On The Walkman

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Managing playlists on the Walkman You can collect your favorite tracks and save them as playlists on the Walkman. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Adding tracks to playlists on the Walkman. Listening to playlists on the Walkman.
  • Page 84 Even if you delete a playlist, the tracks in the playlist will not be deleted from the Walkman. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Library screen Playback screen Lineup screen Bookmark List screen 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 85: Managing Bookmarks On The Walkman

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Managing bookmarks on the Walkman You can add your favorite tracks to bookmark lists. Up to 10 bookmark lists are available. Up to 999 tracks can be added to a bookmark list. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Adding tracks to bookmark lists.
  • Page 86 [Delete All]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Library screen Playback screen Lineup screen Bookmark List screen 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 87: Deleting Tracks From The Walkman

    When you delete tracks using a computer, do not delete or rename the root folder (such as [MUSIC]). Otherwise, the Walkman will not recognize the content. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Library screen 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 88: Viewing A Guide To Enjoy High Quality Sound

    – [Settings] – [Guide to High Quality Sound] ([Sound]). The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Library screen Sound quality setting screens Adjusting the sound quality settings 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 89: Connecting The Walkman To An Unpaired Bluetooth Device For The First Time

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time The Bluetooth function enables wireless connections between devices. The devices need to support Bluetooth wireless technology. A wireless connection is possible at a range of up to 10 meters in an open area. You can use the Bluetooth function for the following operations.
  • Page 90 If you are required to enter a passkey while pairing, check and enter the passkey for the Bluetooth device. For details on the passkey for the Bluetooth device, refer to the manual of the device. When the connection is established, [Connected] will appear in From the library screen, select and play a track.
  • Page 91 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the Walkman to a paired Bluetooth device Establishing a Bluetooth connection using NFC Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 92: Connecting The Walkman To A Paired Bluetooth Device

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Connecting the Walkman to a paired Bluetooth device If the Walkman and a Bluetooth device have been paired before, the Bluetooth device is registered to the Walkman. You can connect the Walkman and the Bluetooth device easily. Turn on the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth device, if necessary.
  • Page 93 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Establishing a Bluetooth connection using NFC Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 94: Establishing A Bluetooth Connection Using Nfc

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Establishing a Bluetooth connection using NFC If a Bluetooth device supports the NFC function, you can connect the Walkman and the device easily. You can simply touch the Walkman to the device to pair the devices and establish a Bluetooth connection. NFC is for close-range wireless communications.
  • Page 95 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Turning the Walkman on or off Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 96: Configuring The Bluetooth Function

    The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Connecting the Walkman to a paired Bluetooth device Establishing a Bluetooth connection using NFC 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 97: Notes On The Bluetooth Function

    The Walkman supports security functions that comply with the Bluetooth standard. Sony bears no responsibility whatsoever for information leaks that occur as a result of your Bluetooth connection. Even if a Bluetooth device conforms to the standard, all connections and correct operations are not guaranteed.

  • Page 98: Adjusting The Sound Quality Settings

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Adjusting the sound quality settings The Walkman has various settings for adjusting the sound quality. From the [Settings] menu On the playback screen, tap and then [Settings]. You can set the following sound settings from the menu listed under [Sound]. Direct Source (DIRECT) This setting outputs the file’s original sound quality directly without applying any sound effects.
  • Page 99 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens on the Walkman Sound quality setting screens 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 100: Using Usb Mass Storage Mode

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Using USB Mass Storage mode When you connect the Walkman to a Windows computer, the following modes are available. USB Mass Storage mode The computer uses the Walkman as a USB storage device. Data can be transferred between the computer and the Walkman. You can access the [WALKMAN] and [SD_CARD] folders directly to manage files.
  • Page 101 On the computer screen, confirm that the data has finished transferring properly. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Charging the battery 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 102: Restarting The Walkman

    ) for 8 seconds until the Walkman restarts. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Resetting/Reformatting/Initializing the Walkman Formatting a microSD card 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 103: Resetting/Reformatting/Initializing The Walkman

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Resetting/Reformatting/Initializing the Walkman This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Resetting the Walkman. Reformatting the memory of the Walkman. Rebuilding the database on the Walkman. Initializing the Walkman. Confirm the details of each function. Then, select the appropriate menu item for your needs. On the library screen, tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 104 User setting for [Text Input] Note Sony does not guarantee performance if you reformat the memory of the Walkman using a computer. If you execute [Restore to Factory Configuration]/[Reset All Settings], pairing information for Bluetooth devices will be deleted from the Walkman.

  • Page 105: Formatting A Microsd Card

    Format the microSD card on the Walkman. Otherwise, some functions of the Walkman may be limited. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Restarting the Walkman Resetting/Reformatting/Initializing the Walkman 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 106: Checking Information On The Walkman

    On the library screen, tap the menu items in the following order. – [Settings] – [Unit Information] ([Other]). The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Updating the Walkman system software 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 107: Updating The Walkman System Software

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Updating the Walkman system software You can update the software of the Walkman. You will receive update notices by the following methods. From Media Go (You will receive update notices automatically.) From the customer support website (Access the site manually to receive update notices.) Access the customer support website to get the latest information.
  • Page 108 Related Topic Customer support website Restarting the Walkman Resetting/Reformatting/Initializing the Walkman Checking information on the Walkman 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 109: Using Shortcut Buttons From The Quick Setting Panel

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Using shortcut buttons from the quick setting panel Shortcut buttons for some functions are available in the quick setting panel. You can activate certain functions directly without scrolling in the [Settings] menu. and then [Settings]. Tap the shortcut button for the desired function.
  • Page 110 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the Walkman to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 111: Settings Menu

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Settings menu You can adjust various settings from the Settings menu. To enter the Settings menu, tap and then [Settings]. You can select the Settings menu on the following screen. Library screen Playback screen Lineup screen Bookmark list screen Basic Settings...
  • Page 112 While the Walkman is playing DSD tracks in the native format through balanced headphones. ([Play DSD in Native Format] is on.) While sound is being played back via a connected Bluetooth device. Sound Direct Source (DIRECT) (On/Off) – Equalizer/Tone Control DSEE HX Sound Settings DC Phase Linearizer...
  • Page 113 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 114: Notes On Handling The Walkman

    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.
  • Page 115 Content that you record is for personal use only. Under copyright law, the content cannot be used without the permission of the copyright holder. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 116: Notes On The Headphones

    Consideration for others Avoid using the Walkman in environments where sound leakage will disturb others. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 117: Notes On The Built-In Battery

    If the liquid contacts your body or clothes, wash the liquid off immediately with clean water. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 118: Notes On The Software

    Reproducing the software or the manual in whole or in part. Loaning out the software In no event will Sony be held liable for any of the following incidents that may arise out of the use of the supplied software. Financial damage...

  • Page 119: General Information

    This effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural materials. Sample data is not installed in some countries or regions. Sony is not responsible for user data even if the following problems occur due to defects in the Walkman or a computer. Recording or downloading of data is incomplete.

  • Page 120: Maintenance

    When you clean the product, Sony recommends working on a tabletop covered with a soft cloth to prevent scratches. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

  • Page 121: Customer Support Website

    Visit the customer support website in your country or region in the following situations. When you have a question about the Walkman. When you have an issue with the Walkman. When you want information on compatible items. For customers in the US: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada: English http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ French http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/...
  • Page 122 For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 123: Specifications

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Specifications Display Size/resolution 4.0-inch (10.2 cm) / FWVGA (854 × 480 Pixels) TFT color display with white LED-backlight Panel type Capacitive touch screen Interface Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Headphone Stereo mini-jack, Balanced standard-jack WM-PORT WM-PORT (multiple connecting terminal): 22 pins microSD...
  • Page 124 Frequency response Frequency 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz (when playing data file, single signal measurement) General Built-in Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery Power Source USB power (from a computer via a USB connector of the player) USB-based charging Charging Time Approx. 7 hours Operating temperature 5°C to 35°C (41 ºF to 95 ºF) w/h/d, projecting parts not included...
  • Page 125 Available capacity may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 126: Battery Life

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Battery life The values shown below are the approximate battery life when content is played continuously at the default settings. Music (Approx.) MP3 128 kbps 33 hours AAC 256 kbps 31 hours FLAC 96 kHz/24 bit 30 hours FLAC 192 kHz/24 bit 26 hours...

  • Page 127: Maximum Recordable Number Of Songs

    DSD 5.6448 MHz/1 bit 710 songs 350 songs DSD 11.2896 MHz/1 bit 350 songs 170 songs The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 128: Supported Formats

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Supported formats Music (*1, *2, *3) Audio Formats Media File format: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3) file format File extension: .mp3 Bit rate: 32 kbps to 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sampling frequency: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Media File format: ASF file format File extension: .wma Bit rate: 32 kbps to 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))
  • Page 129 Copyright protected files cannot be played back. Non-standard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the Sampling frequency. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 130: System Requirements

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z System requirements Computer Windows Vista® (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows® 7 (Service Pack 1 or later) Windows® 8.1 Windows® 10 Mac OS® X v10.8~10.11 Pre-installed OS only supported. [Compatibility mode] is not supported. PC application for Windows Media Go application for Windows (recommendation) Internet connection...
  • Page 131 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 132: The Built-In Rechargeable Battery Becomes Depleted Quickly Even After The Walkman Is Fully Charged

    This will gradually decrease the capacity of the battery. As a result, the battery may become depleted quickly even after it is fully charged. To replace the battery, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

  • Page 133: What Is The Battery Lifespan

    When the life of a fully charged battery becomes half as short as normal, consider replacing the battery. To replace the battery, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. Do not replace the battery yourself. The battery is built into the Walkman. Battery replacement requires professional knowledge and skills.

  • Page 134: Can I Replace The Built-In Rechargeable Battery Myself

    The battery is built into the Walkman. Battery replacement requires professional knowledge and skills. Do not replace the battery yourself. The Walkman uses a designated rechargeable battery. Commercially available batteries cannot be used. To replace the battery, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. For your information The battery performance deteriorates due to the following factors.

  • Page 135: The Computer Does Not Recognize The Microsd Card In The Walkman

    Insert the microSD card into the Walkman before you connect the Walkman to the computer. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 136: The Walkman Does Not Recognize A Microsd Card

    Copy all the data on the microSD card onto a computer first. Then, reformat the microSD card on the Walkman. Use the Walkman to reformat the microSD card. Sony does not guarantee the operation of microSD cards that have been reformatted on other devices such as computers.

  • Page 137: Media Go

    The current user account on the computer may not be capable of installing Media Go for some reason. Create a new administrator account. Then, check if the installation succeeds. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 138: Media Go Does Not Recognize The Walkman

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z Media Go does not recognize the Walkman. Try the following series of operations and check if Media Go recognizes the Walkman. Disconnect the Walkman from the computer and restart the computer. Restart the Walkman. Then, reconnect the Walkman to the computer. Delete the device profile.
  • Page 139 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 140: The Walkman Cannot Play Transferred Content

    If you formatted the memory of the Walkman in Windows Explorer or Mac Finder, reformat the memory using the menu on the Walkman. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 141: A Track Is Duplicated On The Walkman

    Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-WM1A/WM1Z A track is duplicated on the Walkman. A track may be duplicated on the Walkman if you transfer the same track using different transfer methods. A track may be duplicated for the following reasons. The same track is transferred repeatedly in different formats.
  • Page 142 “Track A” will be transferred to the Walkman memory even if “Track A” is already stored on the microSD card. This will result in duplication of “Track A” on the Walkman. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 143: You Have Spilled Liquid (Water, Coffee, Etc.) On The Walkman.you Have Washed The Walkman In A Washing Machine

    Liquid may get inside the Walkman in the situations listed above. Stop using the Walkman immediately. Then, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.

  • Page 144: The Walkman Does Not Work Properly

    Adequately charge the Walkman. Then, hold down the (power) button for 8 seconds until the Walkman restarts. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-593-855-11(1) Copyright 2016 Sony Corporation...

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