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Help Guide
Digital Media Player
NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN
Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your player.
The color of the player 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
Before first use
Manuals and general information
Checking the contents of the package
Using the supplied accessories
Switching the earbuds
Attaching the soft case (NW-A100TPS only)
Configuring the initial setup
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  • Page 1 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Getting Started Before first use Manuals and general information Checking the contents of the package Using the supplied accessories Switching the earbuds Attaching the soft case (NW-A100TPS only) Configuring the initial setup...

  • Page 2: Power And Charging

    Power and Charging Turning the power on Turning the power off Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Charging the battery Reducing the battery consumption Notes on charging the battery microSD Cards Using a microSD card Notes on microSD cards Basic Operations Parts and controls Home screen operations Home screen Displaying the All Apps screen...

  • Page 3: Transferring Music

    Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives Transferring Music Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using a computer Using a Windows computer Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Importing content from “Music player”...
  • Page 4 Deleting tracks from “Music player” Enjoying music with Bluetooth devices Connecting the player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function Various Functions Adjusting the sound...
  • Page 5 Specifications Specifications Battery life Maximum recordable number of songs Supported formats System requirements 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 6: Before First Use

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Before first use Thank you for purchasing a player. For information on laws, regulations, and trademark rights, refer to “Important Information” in the internal memory of your unit. To read it, copy the [Important_Information] file to your computer, and follow the steps below.
  • Page 7 Related Topic Manuals and general information System requirements Charging the battery Notes on handling the player Notes on the headphones Notes on the built-in battery Notes on the sample data General Information Maintenance Customer support website 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Manuals and general information Sony provides the following manuals and information regarding the player. The provided manuals explain the following operations and functions. Instruction Manual (printed) Notes on using the player Compliance information How to access [Important Information] Startup Guide (printed) Basic steps to start listening to music after you purchase the player.

  • Page 9: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    A microSD card is not supplied with the Walkman. Models to sell vary by country or region. 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 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 10 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Switching the earbuds (Only for models supplied with earbuds) The M-size earbuds are attached to the headphones at the time of purchase. If the M-size earbuds do not suit your ears, replace them with the SS-, S-, or L-size earbuds. Select earbuds with the appropriate size for each ear.
  • Page 11 Hint When the earbuds become worn, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. If the earbuds get dirty, remove them from the headphones. Then, hand-wash the earbuds with a neutral detergent. After washing, drain off the water and reattach the earbuds.
  • Page 12 Turn on the [Display tape playback screen] function. Display the playback screen in “Music player”. The soft case is supplied with the NW-A100TPS only. Attaching the soft case Insert the top of the player into the top part of the soft case (...
  • Page 13 Due to repairs, parts of the player may be replaced, or the player may be replaced with a similar model. In this case, the replacement(s) will have a different design because the NW-A100TPS is a limited item. Because the soft case is a limited item, the replacement product may not have the same design.
  • Page 14 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Configuring the initial setup When you turn on the player for the first time, a screen for the initial setup will appear. The following items can be set as necessary later. Wi-Fi setup Google™ Account...
  • Page 15 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 16: Turning The Power On

    The player may not turn on if the battery level is low. Charge the player for about 30 minutes. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Configuring the initial setup Charging the battery Turning the power off 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 17: Turning The Power Off

    ) for 2 seconds while the screen is turned on. Tap [Power off]. 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 power on 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 18: Preventing Unintentional Operations (Hold)

    ) to turn off the screen. You can prevent unintentional operations on the touch screen. 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 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 19: Charging The Battery

    Charge the player sufficiently. The computer will recognize the player after about 30 minutes of charging. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Reducing the battery consumption Notes on charging the battery Specifications 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Using the Noise canceling function Using Ambient sound mode Notes on the built-in battery Displaying lyrics Battery life 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 21: 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 player in the following situations.
  • Page 22 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 Reducing the battery consumption Notes on the built-in battery Battery life 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 23: Using A Microsd Card

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Using a microSD card This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Inserting a microSD card into the player. Formatting a microSD card on the player. To use a microSD card on the player, you first need to format the microSD card on the player.
  • Page 24 Formatting a microSD card will delete all data stored on the microSD card. Save a backup 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 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 25: Notes On Microsd Cards

    NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Notes on microSD cards Use a microSD card that has been formatted on the player. 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 26 Related Topic Using a microSD card Formatting a microSD card 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 27: Parts And Controls

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Parts and controls Touch screen Tap icons or items on the screen to operate the player. N-Mark (back side) Touch the N-Mark on a Bluetooth device to this mark. The Bluetooth device (such as headphones or a speaker) must support the NFC function.
  • Page 28 (play/pause) button and the + (volume) 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. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Home Screen

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Home screen Widgets, shortcuts, folders, and more are displayed on the Home screen. Status bar The status of the player and notifications appear as icons. Swipe down on the status bar to display the notification panel and the Quick Settings panel.
  • Page 30 Use the app to launch Google Chrome and view websites. Note Please note that Sony does not accept responsibility for any problems due to apps or services from other companies. Check the terms of service from each provider before use.
  • Page 31 You can search for the desired app. Enter the name of the app in the input field at the top of the All Apps screen. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 Depending on the function, the setting screen opens when you hold down the icon. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Home screen 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 33: Music Player

    Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens Library screen in “Music player” Playback screen in “Music player” Play queue screen in “Music player” Favorites/Bookmarks screen in “Music player” Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 34: Playback Screen

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN How to use the various screens of “Music player” This topic explains the layout of the various screens of “Music player” with the playback screen ( ) at the center. Flick the playback screen ( ) to switch to other screens (upwards/downwards/to the left/to the right).

  • Page 35: Mini Player

    Play queue screen You can check the list of tracks that the player will play with the current settings. Favorites/Bookmarks screen You can listen to tracks that you have added to Favorites or Bookmarks beforehand. The following operations can be performed from this screen. Adding tracks to Bookmarks.
  • Page 36 Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens Library screen in “Music player” Playback screen in “Music player” Play queue screen in “Music player” Favorites/Bookmarks screen in “Music player” Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37 Tap the button to update the database of “Music player”. This button appears only on the library screen. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Music player 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 38: Option Menu

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Library screen in “Music player” 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 in “Music player” downwards. Alternatively, tap (Library top) in the top right of the screen.

  • Page 39: Context Menu

    The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Music player How to use the various screens of “Music player” Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens Playing music 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Playback screen in “Music player” You can confirm a variety of information for the currently selected track. To display the playback screen On the Home screen, tap [Music player]. If a screen other than the playback screen appears, perform one of the following procedures.

  • Page 41: Display Lyrics

    Settings Select the item to display the Settings menu for “Music player”. Add to Bookmarks Select the item to add the current track to Bookmarks. Display tape playback screen When you turn on the item, the playback screen changes to an animation of a cassette tape rotating. The type of cassette tape displayed varies according to the track being played back.
  • Page 42 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 43 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Play queue screen in “Music player” You can check the list of tracks that the player will play with the current settings. To display the play queue screen Flick the playback screen in “Music player” to the right.
  • Page 44 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Music player How to use the various screens of “Music player” Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens Playing music Playback methods Managing Bookmarks in “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Favorites/Bookmarks screen in “Music player” You can listen to tracks that you have added to Favorites or Bookmarks. To display the Favorites/Bookmarks screen Flick the playback screen in “Music player” to the left. Pull-down menu for Favorites and Bookmarks...
  • Page 46 Related Topic Music player How to use the various screens of “Music player” Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens Playing music Playback methods Managing Favorites in “Music player” Managing Bookmarks in “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 47 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” You can use various sound adjustments. You can quickly access the sound adjustment screens from the playback screen in “Music player”. In this case, you do not need to launch the [Sound adjustment] app. You can save sound settings as presets.
  • Page 48 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Music player How to use the various screens of “Music player” Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens Adjusting the sound 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49 (Options) － [Operation guide]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Music player How to use the various screens of “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 50 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN List of icons displayed in the status bar In the status bar, the various statuses of the player appear as icons. Running “Music player”. Updating the database of “Music player”. microSD card mounted HOLD indicator...
  • Page 51 Related Topic Home screen 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 52: Setting The Screen Lock

    Note Be careful not to forget your unlocking code. The information solely belongs to the customer, not to Sony. If you forget how to unlock the screen, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The player will be formatted at a fee to erase the screen lock information.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Volume

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume for “Music player”. Press or hold down the +/– (volume) buttons ( To adjust the volume with the volume dialog Turn on the screen of the player. Press the +/– (volume) buttons ( ) to display the volume panel.

  • Page 54: Limiting The Volume

    When sound is output through a USB device that is connected to the player. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Music player Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55 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 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 56: Preparing Music Content

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Preparing music content Before you enjoy music content with the player, you need to prepare the music content. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player.
  • Page 57 Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content using Mac computer Playing music 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using the player Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content using Mac computer 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 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 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 60 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC You can transfer music content that is stored on a Windows computer to the player via Music Center for PC. Note Ensure that the software version of Music Center for PC is 2.2 or later. In earlier versions, Music Center for PC will not recognize the player.
  • Page 61 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) Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using a computer Transferring content using Windows Explorer Playing music Supported formats 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Transferring content using Windows Explorer You can transfer music content directly by dragging and dropping it from Windows Explorer. “Music player” can only play the audio for video content. Note If you connect the player to a battery-powered computer, the battery of the computer will deplete. When you connect the player to a computer for a long period of time, connect the computer to an AC power supply.
  • Page 63 Do not turn on the computer. Do not restart the computer. Do not wake the computer from sleep mode. Do not shut down the computer. Instructional video There is an instructional video for the following operations. Transferring music content. Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0003/h_zz/...
  • 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 Music player Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using a computer Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Playing music Supported formats 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Importing content from “Music player” to Music Center for PC Note Ensure that the software version of Music Center for PC is 2.2 or later. In earlier versions, Music Center for PC will not recognize the player.
  • Page 66 Do not shut down the computer. 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) Playing music Supported formats 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 [Music] folder of the player ( Note You can transfer music content to the player with Android File Transfer. However, Sony does not guarantee all functions. Android File Transfer may become unavailable due to future updates of the macOS or Android File Transfer.
  • Page 68 Preparing music content Supported formats 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Adding lyric information using a computer You can input lyrics to a text file (an LRC file). Transfer both the text file (LRC file) and the music file to the player. Creating lyrics in a text file (LRC file) Open the [Notepad] in Windows Accessories.

  • Page 70: 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 lyric information Displaying lyrics 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 Do not rename the following default folders. Otherwise, “Music player” 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. Related Topic Music player 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Connect the player to a Wi-Fi network to enjoy the following. Music streaming services Music downloads Swipe the Home screen upwards. Tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 73 Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0002/h_zz/ The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 74: Setting Up A Google Account

    Signing in to a Google Account. 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 player to a Wi-Fi network 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 75 [Download] folder in the memory of the player, or the [Music] folder 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. Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Library screen in “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 ) on “Music player”. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Music player Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 77 [YouTube] 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 player to a Wi-Fi network Setting up a Google Account 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 The Wi-Fi antenna is built into the player. If you cover the antenna with your hands or other objects, the Wi-Fi connection may deteriorate. 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 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 79: Playing Music

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Playing music To play tracks, first select a category. You need to prepare music content in advance. You can purchase music content from online music services. Also, you can transfer music content from a computer to the player.
  • Page 80 Library screen in “Music player” Playback screen in “Music player” Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content using Mac computer Playback methods 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 81: Playback Methods

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Playback methods This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Selecting the playback mode. Setting the playback range. The relationship between playback mode and playback range. Selecting the playback mode On the playback screen in “Music player”, tap the area ( ) to select a playback mode.
  • Page 82 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 of “Music player” Playback screen in “Music player” Playing music 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 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 lyric information using a computer 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 84: Displaying Lyrics

    (Options) － [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 lyric information Adding lyric information using a computer 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” You can import playlists stored on a Windows computer to “Music player”. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Importing playlists stored on a Windows computer to “Music player”.
  • Page 86 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Library screen in “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Managing Favorites in “Music player” You can add your favorite tracks to Favorites. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Adding tracks to Favorites. Listening to tracks in Favorites. Removing tracks from Favorites.
  • Page 88 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Playback screen in “Music player” Favorites/Bookmarks screen in “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Managing Bookmarks in “Music player” You can add your favorite tracks to Bookmarks. Up to 10 Bookmarks are available. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Adding tracks to Bookmarks. Listening to bookmarked tracks.
  • Page 90 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 in “Music player” Playback screen in “Music player” Play queue screen in “Music player” Favorites/Bookmarks screen in “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 When you delete tracks using Windows Explorer, do not delete or rename the default folder (such as [Music]). Otherwise, “Music player” will not recognize the content. 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 in “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Connecting the player 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 (32.8 feet) in an open area.
  • 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 player to a paired Bluetooth device One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device If the player and a Bluetooth device have been paired before, the Bluetooth device is registered to the player. You can connect the player and the Bluetooth device easily.
  • 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 Connecting the player 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 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) NFC is for close-range wireless communications. If a Bluetooth device supports the NFC function, you can connect the player and the device easily. You can simply touch the device to the player to pair the devices and establish a Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 97 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 power on Notes on the Bluetooth function Configuring the Bluetooth function 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 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 player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Configuring the Bluetooth function One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC) Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 99: Notes On The Bluetooth Function

    The player 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 100: Adjusting The Sound

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Adjusting the sound The player has various settings for adjusting the sound. You can adjust the sound with the following options. “Sound adjustment” app. The sound adjustment screens in “Music player”. The following are instructions for using “Sound adjustment” app.
  • Page 101 Sound is output from the USB device that is connected to the USB Type-C port. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 102: Using The Noise Canceling Function

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN 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 player.
  • Page 103 The Noise canceling function is disabled while the following function is active. 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 Switching the earbuds Displaying Quick Settings panel 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104 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 Switching the earbuds 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 105: Using Ambient Sound Mode

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Using Ambient sound mode You can enjoy music while monitoring ambient sounds. Use the IER-NW510N when you use Ambient sound mode. Do not use headphones that are incompatible with Ambient sound mode. On the Home screen, tap [NC/Ambient sound settings].
  • Page 106 Ambient sound mode is disabled while the following function is active. 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? 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Settings menu in “Music player” You can adjust the following settings from the Settings menu in “Music player”. To open the Settings menu, tap the menu items in the following order. (Options) － [Settings].
  • Page 108 About Music player The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 109: Restarting The Player

    (power) button for 10 seconds to force the player to restart. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Formatting the player 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 110: Formatting The Player

    (Context menu) － [Detailed song information]. Note Sony does not guarantee performance if you format the memory of the player using a computer. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
  • Page 111 Restarting the player 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 112: Formatting A Microsd Card

    When you use a microSD card on the player for the first time, format the microSD card with the player. Otherwise, some functions of the player may be limited. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 Tap the menu items in the following order. [Settings] － [System] － [About device]. 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 system software 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 114: Updating The 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 Charging the battery Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Customer support website Checking information on the player 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 Consult a doctor if you become injured or burned from using the product. Contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center if the player does not operate properly. Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, an explosion, fire, electric shock, burns, or injury may result.
  • Page 116 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. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 Consideration for others Avoid using the player 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. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 118 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. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 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. Related Topic Formatting the player 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 120: General Information

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

  • Page 121: Maintenance

    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. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 122: Customer Support Website

    For customers in Asia-Pacific, Oceania, the Middle East and Africa: https://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models: https://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 123: Specifications

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Specifications Display Size 3.6-inch (9.1 cm) Resolution HD (1280 × 720 Pixels) Panel type TFT color display with white LED-backlight Touch panel Supported Interface Type-C (USB 2.0 compliant) Headphone Stereo mini jack External memory...
  • Page 124 NW-A100TPS: 16 GB NW-A105: 16 GB NW-A105HN: 16 GB NW-A106: 32 GB NW-A106HN: 32 GB Actual available memory for other contents NW-A100TPS: Approx. 6.29 GB NW-A105: Approx. 6.29 GB NW-A105HN: Approx. 6.29 GB NW-A106: Approx. 20.53 GB NW-A106HN: Approx. 20.53 GB Note Available capacity may vary.
  • Page 125 Mass Approx. 43.8 g (1.55 oz) The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 126: Battery Life

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN Battery life Music For models available in Europe and for headphone-equipped models available in Korea MP3 (128 kbps) Ambient sound mode ON: Approx. 17 hours Ambient sound mode OFF: Approx. 23 hours Noise canceling ON: Approx. 18 hours Noise canceling OFF: Approx.
  • Page 127 The battery life may become about 80% shorter when some of the sound adjustments are active. The music app other than Sony original music player app may drain the battery faster than the above values. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
  • Page 128 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. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 129: Supported Formats

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A100TPS/A105/A105HN/A106/A106HN 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 130 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 131: 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. 5-006-032-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

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