Page 1 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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. This Help Guide is also available as a PDF, which can be downloaded here.
Page 2 Using the supplied accessories Switching the earbuds Attaching the clip Configuring the initial setup Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Power/Charging Turning the Walkman on or off Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Charging the battery Extending the battery life Notes on charging the battery microSD Cards Using a microSD card...
Page 3 Browsing the operating guide Transferring Music Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content Using a Windows computer Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Importing content from the Walkman to Music Center for PC Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer Using a Mac computer...
Page 4 One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function Enjoying music content on a computer with Walkman sound quality (USB-DAC function) Adjusting the sound quality settings Using the Noise Canceling function Monitoring ambient sound while playing music (Ambient Sound Mode) What is Ambient Sound Mode? Using Ambient Sound Mode Using the [Clear Phase™...
Page 5 A track is duplicated on the Walkman. The Walkman cannot play transferred content. 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 6: 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 7: Before First Use
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 8 Charging the battery Notes on handling the Walkman Notes on the headphones Notes on the built-in battery Notes on the software Notes on the sample data General Information Maintenance Customer support website 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 9: Walkman Manuals And General Information
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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 10: Checking The Contents Of The Package
Earbuds (1 set) Clip (for Headphones) (1) Note A microSD card is 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 11 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Switching the earbuds (Only for models supplied with earbuds) To enjoy better sound quality, select earbuds with the appropriate size for each ear. Detach the earbuds from the headphones. Hold the headphones, and then twist and pull the earbuds.
Page 13: Attaching The Clip
Using the clip may reduce noise from the cord rubbing against your clothes. 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 14: Configuring The Initial Setup
The Walkman does not display a clock. The clock setting is used for data management. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 15 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 Music Center for PC System requirements 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 16: 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 17: Turning The Walkman On Or Off
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Turning the Walkman on or off Hold down the button ( ) for 2 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.
Page 19: Preventing Unintentional Operations (Hold)
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) 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 21: Charging The Battery
If this happens, charge the battery fully. It may take about 10 minutes before the Walkman screen turns on. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Extending the battery life Notes on charging the battery Specifications 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 22: Extending The Battery Life
Sound quality setting screens One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) Using the Noise Canceling function Using Ambient Sound Mode Using shortcut buttons from the quick setting panel Notes on the built-in battery Displaying lyrics Battery life 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 23: 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 24: Using A Microsd Card
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 25 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 26: Notes On Microsd Cards
NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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 27: Parts And Controls
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Parts and controls Touch screen Tap icons or items on the screen to operate the Walkman. Headphone jack (Stereo Mini) (*1) Push in the headphone plug until it clicks into place. Connect the headphones properly. Otherwise, the output sound will be impaired.
Page 28 + button. The tactile dots can help you operate the buttons without looking at them. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 29: How To Use The Various Screens On The Walkman
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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 to switch to other screens (up/down/left/right).
Page 30 You can check the list of tracks that the Walkman will play with the current settings. 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. The following operations can be performed from this screen.
Page 31 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 Play Queue screen Bookmark List screen Sound quality setting screens Playback methods FM Radio screen Language Study screen USB-DAC screen 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 32: Library Screen
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Library screen You can select tracks from the library screen. Tracks are classified into various categories (such as [All Songs], [Album], [Artist], etc.). You can also switch to functions other than music playback (FM radio, language study, and USB-DAC).
Page 33 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 34: Playback Screen
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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...
Page 35: 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 36 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Play Queue screen You can check the list of tracks that the Walkman will play with the current settings. To display the play queue screen Flick the playback screen to the right. Current track...
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 How to use the various screens on the Walkman Playing music Playback methods Managing playlists on the Walkman Managing bookmarks on the Walkman 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Bookmark List Screen
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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 39 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 40: Sound Quality Setting Screens
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Sound quality setting screens You can adjust various sound quality settings. 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 41 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 42: Fm Radio Screen
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 FM Radio screen You can listen to FM radio. To switch to the FM radio function on the library screen. button Tap the button to switch back to the music playback function. FM radio switch (On/Off) Connect a pair of headphones to turn on the switch.
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 Library screen Listening to FM radio broadcasts Presetting FM radio stations 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 44 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Language Study screen The language study function provides the useful functions for learning languages. DPC (Digital Pitch Control) A-B Repeat Quick Replay You need to transfer tracks to the [LEARNING] folder for using the language study function.
Page 45 Library screen for the language study function Select a track from the desired category. to switch back to the music playback function. Play queue screen for the language study function You can check the list of tracks that the Walkman will play with the current settings. Playback screen for the language study function Useful learning functions are available.
Page 46 How to use the various screens on the Walkman Library screen Using the language study function Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer Transferring language study content using Mac Finder 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 47 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 USB-DAC screen You can use the Walkman as a USB-DAC device. Use this function to listen to music on a computer. To switch to the USB-DAC function on the library screen. button Tap the button to switch back to the music playback function.
Page 48 Enjoying music content on a computer with Walkman sound quality (USB-DAC function) 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 49: List Of Icons Displayed In The Information Area
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 50 Related Topic Adjusting the volume 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 51: Adjusting The Volume
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume On the Walkman: Press the button ( ) to adjust the volume. On the screen: Tap the area ( ) on the playback screen to display the volume dialog. Turn the knob ( ) to adjust the volume.
Page 52 [AVLS (Volume Limit)] does not work while 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. Related Topic Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 53 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. Related Topic Adjusting the volume 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 54 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 55: Preparing Music Content
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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 Music Center for PC.
Page 56 Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Adding lyrics information using a computer Playing music 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 57: Purchasing High-Resolution Audio Content
Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Installing Content Transfer (Mac) Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 58 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC You can transfer content that is stored on a Windows computer to the Walkman via Music Center for PC. Use a computer on which Music Center for PC has been installed.
Page 59 Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer Playing music 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 60: Transferring Content Using Windows Explorer
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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 10: Open [File Explorer] from the [Start] menu.
Page 61 Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer Playing music 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 62 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Importing content from the Walkman to Music Center for PC Use a computer on which Music Center for PC has been installed. Launch Music Center for PC. Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB.
Page 64 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC You can transfer language study content to the Walkman using Music Center for PC. Use a computer on which Music Center for PC has been installed.
Page 65 Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer Using the language study function 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 66 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer You can transfer language study content to the Walkman using Windows Explorer. Connect the Walkman to the computer via USB. Open the [WALKMAN] folder as follows. Windows 10: Open [File Explorer] from the [Start] menu.
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 Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Using the language study function 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 68: Transferring Content From A Mac Computer Using Content Transfer
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer You can use Content Transfer. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. Use a computer on which Content Transfer has been installed. Launch Content Transfer.
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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: Transferring Content Using Mac Finder
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Transferring content using Mac Finder You can transfer content directly by dragging and dropping it from Finder. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. Connect the Walkman to a running computer via USB. Select [WALKMAN] in the sidebar of the Finder.
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 Transferring language study content using Mac Finder Playing music 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 72 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Transferring language study content using Mac Finder You can transfer language study content to the Walkman using Finder. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. Connect the Walkman to a computer via USB. Select [WALKMAN] in the sidebar of the Finder.
Page 73 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 using Mac Finder Using the language study function 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 74: Adding Lyrics Information Using A Computer
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Adding lyrics information using a computer You can input lyrics to a text file (an LRC file). After you input lyrics to tracks, transfer the tracks to the Walkman. Creating lyrics in a text file (LRC file) Open the [Notepad] in Windows Accessories.
Page 75: Copyright Notice
Use of LRC files for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders. 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 Displaying lyrics 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 76: Notes On Transferring Content From A Computer
Do not rename the following default folders. Otherwise, the Walkman will not recognize the folders. MUSIC LEARNING The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 77: Playing Music
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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 Music Center for PC to transfer content from a CD or the computer to the Walkman.
Page 78 Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content from a Mac computer using Content Transfer Transferring content using Mac Finder Playback methods 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 79: Playback Methods
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Playback methods This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Setting the playback mode. Setting the playback range. Setting the playback mode Tap the area ( ) to select a playback mode. : Shuffle Playback...
Page 80 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 81: Using [Sensme™ Channels]
Tracks are played in random order. Each time you select a channel, the order of playback will be different. Note The Walkman only displays channels that contain tracks. 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 82: Obtaining Lyrics Information
Lyric information is limited to private use only. Use of lyric content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders. 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 84: Managing Playlists On The Walkman
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 85 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 Play Queue screen Bookmark List screen 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 86: Managing Bookmarks On The Walkman
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 87 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 Play Queue screen Bookmark List screen 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 88: Deleting Tracks From The Walkman
When you delete tracks using Windows Explorer or Mac Finder, 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 89: Connecting The Walkman To An Unpaired Bluetooth Device For The First Time
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 90 While the Bluetooth device is connected, tap the menu items in the following order. – [Settings] – [Connect to/Add Audio Device] ([Bluetooth]). Tap the name of the Bluetooth device from [Added Devices]. Hint You can delete registered Bluetooth device. On the list of connectable devices in [Added Devices], tap beside the name of a Bluetooth device.
Page 92: Connecting The Walkman To A Paired Bluetooth Device
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
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 One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 94 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (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.
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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 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 One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 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 Music Center for PC: To install the application, access the customer support website. (http://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Refer to the appropriate topic under [Related Topic]. Sony USB Device Driver: Access the customer support website to install Sony USB Device Driver. Follow the onscreen instructions.
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 Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Adjusting the sound quality settings How to use the various screens on the Walkman USB-DAC screen Customer support website 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 100: Adjusting The Sound Quality Settings
VPT (Surround) This function applies a surround effect and enriches the sound reproduction quality of the audio playback. VPT (Virtualphones Technology) is a proprietary sound processing technology developed by Sony. Dynamic Normalizer You can moderate the change in volume between tracks to minimize differences in volume level.
Page 101 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 102: Using The Noise Canceling Function
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Using the Noise Canceling function The Noise Canceling function reduces ambient noise. You can enjoy music at a low volume. You need a pair of headphones equipped with the Noise Canceling function. The following headphones are compatible with the Walkman.
Page 103 The Noise Canceling function is disabled while the following functions are active. The USB-DAC function Ambient Sound Mode The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Using the [Clear Phase™ ] function 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 104: What Is Ambient Sound Mode
The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Using Ambient Sound Mode 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 105: Using Ambient Sound Mode
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Using Ambient Sound Mode You can enjoy music while monitoring ambient sounds. Use the IER-NW500N/NW500NE when you use Ambient Sound Mode. Do not use headphones that are incompatible with Ambient Sound Mode. Select the headphones that are compatible with Ambient Sound Mode.
Page 106 The FM radio function The Noise Canceling function The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic What is Ambient Sound Mode? 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 107 Noise Canceling function or the [Clear Phase™ ] function. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Using the Noise Canceling function Adjusting the sound quality settings 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 108 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer Transferring language study content using Mac Finder Using the language study function 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 109 Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Using the language study function The language study function provides the following useful functions for language learning. DPC (Digital Pitch Control) A-B Repeat Quick Replay On the library screen, tap The Walkman will switch to the language study function. Then, the library screen for the language study function will appear.
Page 110 Library screen Language Study screen Preparing language study content Transferring language study content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring language study content using Windows Explorer Transferring language study content using Mac Finder 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 111: Listening To Fm Radio Broadcasts
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Listening to FM radio broadcasts Connect a pair of headphones to listen to FM radio. The headphone cord works as an antenna. Connect a pair of headphones to the Walkman. On the library screen, tap The Walkman will switch to the FM radio function.
Page 112 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 Library screen FM Radio screen Presetting FM radio stations 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 113: Presetting Fm Radio Stations
Tapping [Auto Preset] clears all previous presets. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic FM Radio screen Listening to FM radio broadcasts 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 114: Using Usb Mass Storage Mode
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 115 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 116: 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/Formatting/Initializing the Walkman Formatting a microSD card 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 117 The bookmark list (1 through 10) User settings for the library screen Information on recently transferred content Preset FM radio stations Clock settings Language settings Note Sony does not guarantee performance if you format the memory of the Walkman using a computer.
Page 118 Elapsed time of the selected track Playback order 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 Formatting a microSD card 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 119: 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/Formatting/Initializing the Walkman 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 120: 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 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 121: Updating The Walkman System Software
The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Customer support website Restarting the Walkman Resetting/Formatting/Initializing the Walkman Checking information on the Walkman 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 122: Using Shortcut Buttons From The Quick Setting Panel
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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].
Page 123 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 Using the Noise Canceling function Using Ambient Sound Mode 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 124: Settings Menu
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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...
Page 125: Function Settings
ClearAudio+ (On/Off) – Equalizer DSEE HX Sound Settings DC Phase Linearizer VPT (Surround) Dynamic Normalizer Headphones IER-NW500N/NE MDR-NW750N/NE – Other Headphones On/Off Noise Canceling Select Environment Adjust Noise Canceling On/Off Ambient Sound Mode Ambient Sound Level Clear Phase™ (On/Off) – Bluetooth On/Off Connect to/Add Audio Device...
Page 126 Charge this player from the connected device Other Unit Information Model name, firmware version, total number of tracks, etc. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 127: 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 128 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 129: 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 130: 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 131: 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.
Page 132 Sample music is pre-installed on the Walkman for trial listening. Sample data is not installed in some countries or regions. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 133: General Information
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 Walkman or a computer.
Page 134 Clean the headphone plug occasionally with a soft dry cloth. Noise or sound skipping may occur if the plug is dirty. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 135: Customer Support Website
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 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.
Page 136 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 137: Specifications
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Specifications Display Size/Resolution 3.1-inch (7.8 cm), WVGA (800 × 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 WM-PORT WM-PORT (multiple connecting terminal): 22 pins...
Page 138: Ambient Sound Mode
(2.16 inches × 3.84 inches × 0.43 inches) Dimensions w/h/d Approx. 55.9 mm × 97.5 mm × 10.9 mm (2.21 inches × 3.84 inches × 0.43 inches) Mass Approx. 98 g (3.5 oz) Capacity NW-A45 16 GB NW-A45HN 16 GB NW-A46HN 32 GB NW-A47 64 GB...
Page 139 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 140: Battery Life
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Battery life Music (Approx.) Ambient Sound Mode ON Ambient Sound Mode OFF MP3 (128 kbps) 30 hours 45 hours AAC (256 kbps) 27 hours 39 hours FLAC (96 kHz/24 bit) 27 hours 39 hours...
Page 141 Settings of the connected device. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 142: Maximum Recordable Number Of Songs
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. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 143: Supported Formats
Help Guide Digital Music Player NW-A45/A45HN/A46HN/A47 Supported formats Music MP3 ( .mp3) 32 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) / 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz WMA ( .wma) 32 kbps - 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) / 44.1 kHz FLAC ( .flac)
Page 144 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 145: System Requirements
You need an Internet connection to download computer applications. We do not guarantee operation for all computers. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 146: 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 147: 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 148: Can I Replace The Built-In Rechargeable Battery Myself
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 149: The Computer Does Not Recognize The Microsd Card In The Walkman
Remove the microSD card from the Walkman. Then, reinsert the microSD card firmly and securely. 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 150: The Walkman Does Not Recognize A Microsd Card
Copy all the data on the microSD card onto a computer first. Then, format the microSD card on the Walkman. Use the Walkman to format the microSD card. Sony does not guarantee the operation of microSD cards that have been formatted on other devices such as computers.
Page 151: A Track Is Duplicated On The Walkman
If the function is enabled, tracks may be transferred to the [MUSIC] folder on the Walkman every time 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 152: The Walkman Cannot Play Transferred Content
If you formatted the memory of the Walkman in Windows Explorer or Mac Finder, format 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
Page 153 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 154: 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. 4-698-301-12(1) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

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