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Digital Media Player NW-A25/A25HN/A26HN/A27HN
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Before Use
Before first use [2]
Walkman instruction manuals [3]
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Enjoying Using Your Walkman
3 steps to listening to music [5]
Various ways to enjoy using your Walkman [6]
Parts and Controls
Parts and controls [7]
Changing the earbuds [8]
Attaching the clip [9]
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  • Page 1 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Digital Media Player NW-A25/A25HN/A26HN/A27HN How to Use Getting Started Customer Registration Website Customer registration website [1] Before Use Before first use [2] Walkman instruction manuals [3] How to use the operating explanations [4] Enjoying Using Your Walkman...
  • Page 2 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Power/Charging Turning the power on [10] Turning the power off [11] Using the HOLD switch [12] Charging the battery [13] Charging in the battery care mode [14] Extending the battery life [15] Notes on charging the battery [16]...
  • Page 3 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Home menu [27] How to use the Home menu [28] How to use the option menu [29] List of icons displayed in the information area [30] Connecting Your Walkman to Your Computer Connecting to a computer [31]...
  • Page 4 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html About Media Go [42] Installing Media Go [43] Installing Content Transfer About Content Transfer [44] Installing Content Transfer [45] Importing Content to the Software Importing and transferring content from media using Media Go [46] Importing content on your Windows computer into Media Go [47]...
  • Page 5 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Operating with Media Go Playing live albums with no gaps in between songs [60] Deleting content imported to Media Go [61] Inputting the lyrics information using Media Go [62] Music Playing Music Preparing music [63] Playing music [64]...
  • Page 6 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Changing the order of bookmarked songs [76] Removing songs from a bookmark list [77] Displaying Lyrics What is the Display Lyrics function? [78] Adding lyrics to songs [79] Making lyrics information in a text file [80] Displaying lyrics [81] SensMe™...
  • Page 7 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Shuffle playback [85] Repeat playback [86] Setting the playback range [87] Upscaling compressed audio to quality almost that of High-Resolution Audio [88] Enjoying various sound quality [89] Setting the sound quality easily with a single operation [90]...
  • Page 8 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Operations on the video playback screen [104] Searching for videos [105] Browsing scenes from thumbnails [106] Deleting videos [107] Playing Podcasts What is a podcast? [108] Preparing podcasts [109] Playing podcasts [110] Browsing the podcast playback screen [111]...
  • Page 9 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Listening to FM radio [120] Browsing the FM radio screen [121] FM radio operations [122] Presetting broadcast stations automatically [123] Presetting broadcast stations manually [124] Deleting preset broadcast stations [125] FM Radio Settings Changing the FM radio scan sensitivity [126]...
  • Page 10 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Using noise canceling [136] Reducing noise to create a quiet environment [137] Notes for using the noise canceling function [138] Noise Canceling Settings Selecting a noise canceling environment [139] Adjusting noise canceling [140] Bluetooth What Is the Bluetooth Function?
  • Page 11 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Sending content via a Bluetooth connection [151] Receiving content via a Bluetooth connection [152] Playing content received via a Bluetooth connection [153] Deleting content received via a Bluetooth connection [154] Entering a passkey to make a Bluetooth connection [155]...
  • Page 12 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Settings Music Settings Shuffle playback [165] Repeat playback [166] Setting the playback range [167] Upscaling compressed audio to quality almost that of High-Resolution Audio [168] Setting the sound quality easily with a single operation [169] Customizing sound quality settings [170]...
  • Page 13 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Changing the FM radio scan sensitivity [181] Setting monaural/auto for FM radio [182] Noise Canceling Settings Selecting a noise canceling environment [183] Adjusting noise canceling [184] Bluetooth Settings Setting automatic Bluetooth connection at startup [185] Setting wireless playback quality [186]...
  • Page 14 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Limiting the volume [197] Setting the operation sound [198] Setting the screen off timer [199] Adjusting the screen brightness [200] Setting a photo as wallpaper [201] Setting the date and time [202] Setting the date display format [203]...
  • Page 15 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Customer support website [215] Specifications Specifications Specifications [216] Battery life [217] Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.) [218] Maximum recordable time of videos (Approx.) [219] Supported formats [220] System requirements [221] Contents [222] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...
  • Page 16 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Your Walkman does not operate or the power does not turn on. [225] Your Walkman does not work properly. [226] Your Walkman power turns off or on automatically. [227] You want your Walkman screen to stay on longer before it turns off automatically.
  • Page 17 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You cannot charge your Walkman. [243] How long is the life of the built-in rechargeable battery? [244] The rechargeable battery needs to be replaced. [245] The battery life is short. [246] How long is the standard battery duration? [247] How long does it take to charge the battery? [248] The battery runs out fast when you turn on the battery care mode.
  • Page 18 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Content such as music suddenly stops during playback. [259] Playback progresses to the next album when repeat playback is set. [260] Songs are only played within a limited range such as within one album. [261] You cannot stop playback. [262] Songs are not displayed in the order they were transferred in.
  • Page 19 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html is poor. [280] Bluetooth Pairing cannot be done. [281] You cannot connect via the Bluetooth function. [282] The screen to enter the passkey appears when pairing with a Bluetooth device. [283] You cannot hear sound from the Bluetooth audio device. [284] You cannot operate your Walkman from a Bluetooth audio device.
  • Page 20 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html microSD Card Your Walkman does not recognize a microSD card that is inserted. [294] The computer does not recognize a microSD card inserted in your Walkman. [295] Other Your Walkman gets warm. [296] Message Message list [297]...
  • Page 21 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/registration For customers in Europe: www.sony.eu/mysony For customers in Asia/Oceania/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 [2] How to Use Getting Started Before Use Before first use 21 sur 237 08/06/16 16:25...
  • Page 22 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Thank you for purchasing this Walkman. This “Help Guide” explains how to transfer content to your Walkman, and how to use the various functions. Browse this “Help Guide” for necessary information. The printed manuals (supplied), such as “Instruction Manual,” also contain important information for you.
  • Page 23 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The screens and illustrations shown are for reference only and may differ from the actual product or screen. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. [3] How to Use Getting Started Before Use Walkman instruction manuals The operations of this Walkman are explained in the following instruction manuals.
  • Page 24 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [Album], [Play Mode]. Press the button ( ) to select items. Press the button ( ) to confirm. Home menu Press and hold the button ( ) to display the Home menu. Note Except for some special cases, operating explanations assume that you are starting from the Home menu.
  • Page 25 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Connect your Walkman to a computer. You can charge the battery by connecting your Walkman via a USB connection to a computer that is turned on and running. Import music to your computer and transfer the music to your Walkman.
  • Page 26 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [6] How to Use Getting Started Enjoying Using Your Walkman Various ways to enjoy using your Walkman Your Walkman can do more than simply play back music. Get to know more about various ways you can enjoy using the Walkman.
  • Page 27 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html This section explains the functions of buttons, jacks, and other parts of your Walkman. BACK/HOME button Press to go up one list screen level or to return to the previous menu. Press and hold to display the Home menu.
  • Page 28 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html without looking. OPTION/PWR OFF (Option/Power off) button Press to display the option menu. Press and hold to turn the screen off and enter standby mode. HOLD switch Set the HOLD switch to protect your Walkman against accidental operation during transportation.
  • Page 29 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You may need to use an adaptor to install your Walkman in a peripheral device such as a cradle. In this case, use the adaptor (Type A) supplied with the device. [8] How to Use Getting Started...
  • Page 30 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Hint If the earbuds become worn, purchase new earbuds. If the earbuds get dirty, remove the earbuds from the headphones and hand-wash them with neutral detergent. After washing, drain off the water and reattach them. [9] How to Use...
  • Page 31 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [10] How to Use Getting Started Power/Charging Turning the power on Turn on the power to start your Walkman. Slide the switch ( ) to unlock your Walkman. Press any button. Hint If there is no operation, the screen will be turned off. To turn on the screen, press any button.
  • Page 32 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Press and hold the button ( [POWER OFF] appears. Hint If there is no operation for an extended period, your Walkman will be turned off automatically. [12] How to Use Getting Started Power/Charging Using the HOLD switch You can use the HOLD switch to prevent the buttons from being pressed and operated accidentally.
  • Page 33 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html flashes at the top of the screen if buttons are pressed while the HOLD function is enabled. [13] How to Use Getting Started Power/Charging Charging the battery Charge your Walkman by connecting it to a computer. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB.
  • Page 34 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [14] How to Use Getting Started Power/Charging Charging in the battery care mode You can reduce deterioration of the battery by using the [Battery Care] mode. The battery duration is approximately 10 % shorter in the [Battery Care] mode, as your Walkman stops charging at about 90 % of the full charge.
  • Page 35 If the battery life is reduced to about half of its normal life even if sufficiently charged, it has probably worn out. Please contact your nearest Sony dealer. If you charge your Walkman when it has not been used for a long period of time, your computer may not recognize it, or the Walkman may not respond.
  • Page 36 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Walkman from the computer before conducting these operations. Your Walkman may become hot while charging. This is not a malfunction. The battery indicator scales are not equal. Refer the battery indicator as a guide. [Do not disconnect.] is displayed when transferring data between your Walkman and the computer.
  • Page 37 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Clock Settings] - [Set Date-Time]. Press the button ( ) to select “Year,” “Month,” “Day,” “Hour” or “Minute.” Press the button ( ) to select numbers, and press the button ( Hint You can select [12-hour] or [24-hour] for the time display format.
  • Page 38 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html - desired format. [20] How to Use Getting Started Initial Settings Setting the time display format You can select [12-hour] or [24-hour] for the time display style. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Clock Settings] - [Time Display Format] - desired format.
  • Page 39 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [22] How to Use Basic Operations microSD Card Inserting a microSD card You can store content such as music on microSD cards in addition to [System Storage]. From the Home menu, select [SD Card Settings]. Select [Insert/Remove SD Card] - [Yes].
  • Page 40 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html your Walkman again. Do not insert any liquids, metal, flammable substances or any object other than a microSD card into the microSD card slot. [23] How to Use Basic Operations microSD Card Removing a microSD card You can remove a microSD card from your Walkman.
  • Page 41 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Note Data relating to content stored on a microSD card, such as analysis results by [SensMe™ Channels] and bookmarks, is deleted once the microSD card is removed from your Walkman and is not recovered even when the microSD card is reinserted correctly. The data needs to be set every time you insert the microSD card.
  • Page 42 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You cannot exchange data between the memory of your Walkman and a microSD card. [25] How to Use Basic Operations microSD Card Formatting a microSD card Before using a microSD card (not supplied) in your Walkman for the first time, be sure to format the microSD card using the Walkman by following the steps below.
  • Page 43 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Do not insert or remove a microSD card when your Walkman is not in the [Insert/Remove SD Card] status. Doing so may cause a malfunction in your Walkman. We do not guarantee the operation of all types of compatible microSD cards with your Walkman.
  • Page 44 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Information area [SensMe™ Channels] Play songs using SensMe™ Channels. [FM Radio] Listen to FM radio broadcasts. [Photos] View photos transferred to your Walkman. [Music] Listen to songs transferred to your Walkman. [Noise Canceling] Reduce unwanted ambient noise using active noise control technology.
  • Page 45 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html content. [Go to song playback screen] Display the music playback screen. [28] How to Use Basic Operations Home Menu/Option Menu How to use the Home menu The Home menu is the starting point for all applications such as those for searching for songs and changing settings.
  • Page 46 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [Hi-Res] will be displayed after you update the system software of your Walkman to version 1.10 or later. Press the button ( ) to select the desired content (for example a desired album) and then press the button ( ) to confirm.
  • Page 47 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html operation. Press and hold the button ( ) to return to the Home menu during an operation. [29] How to Use Basic Operations Home Menu/Option Menu How to use the option menu Display the option menu by pressing the OPTION/PWR OFF button. The option menu items vary depending on the function and allow you to change the settings.
  • Page 48 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Hint To dismiss the option menu, press the button ( ) while the option menu is displayed. [30] How to Use Basic Operations Home Menu/Option Menu List of icons displayed in the information area The icons vary according to the playback status, setting and screen.
  • Page 49 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html current) song), etc. HOLD indication Status of the noise canceling function (The icon lights up when noise canceling headphones are connected with the noise canceling function enabled.) Remaining battery power Alarm timer Sleep timer Music functions available Bluetooth status (When a Bluetooth connection is established, this icon turns blue.)
  • Page 50 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB. Hint If your computer fails to establish a USB connection with your Walkman and neither [Connected USB (Storage in use: system storage)] or [Connected USB (Storage in use: SD card)] is not...
  • Page 51 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [33] How to Use Basic Operations Initializing/Updating Restarting your Walkman Try restarting your Walkman if operations become unstable. Before restarting the Walkman, disconnect the Walkman from your computer and check that no content such as music is being played. Otherwise, the data may be damaged.
  • Page 52 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Reset/Format] - [Reset All Settings] - [Yes]. Note If you reset your Walkman to the factory settings, the pairing information of the connected Bluetooth devices will be deleted.
  • Page 53 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Updating the system software of your Walkman You can add new features to your Walkman by installing the latest system software. For details on the latest system software information and how to install it, visit the customer support website for your area.
  • Page 54 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html To enjoy better sound quality, change the earbuds (supplied) to another size to fit your ears comfortably and snugly. While holding the headphone, twist and pull the earbud off. If the earbud slips and cannot be detached, wrap it in a soft dry cloth.
  • Page 55 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html (Only for models supplied with clip) Attach the clip to the headphones as illustrated below to affix it to your clothes, etc. Using the clip may reduce noise from the cord rubbing against your clothes. [40] How to Use...
  • Page 56 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Hint You can also transfer content directly from Windows Explorer to your Walkman by drag-and-drop. [41] How to Use Transferring/Deleting Content Operation Flow for Transferring Content to Your Walkman Preparing content using a Mac computer Installing the latest version of Content Transfer, available on the Internet, enables you to transfer content to the Walkman.
  • Page 57 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html managed content such as music with iTunes, etc., you can use Media Go to transfer the content to the Walkman. [43] How to Use Transferring/Deleting Content Installing Media Go Installing Media Go Install Media Go to your Windows computer.
  • Page 58 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html About Content Transfer Content Transfer is software for your Mac computer that allows you to transfer content such as music managed with iTunes or the Finder to your Walkman easily. You can transfer files, folders, and playlists to the appropriate folder of the Walkman simply by drag-and-drop.
  • Page 59 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Use Media Go to import and transfer content such as music on your Windows computer. This section explains how to import and transfer music from CDs. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to obtain CD information such as song names and artist names automatically.
  • Page 60 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html importing the CD. For information about adding and editing CD information, refer to the help of Media Go. Note Imported content is limited to private use only. Use of content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders.
  • Page 61 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html selecting “File” - “Add/Remove Media from Library” in Media Go. For details, refer to the help of Media Go. Note Copy-protected videos cannot be imported into Media Go. Some video formats cannot be imported or played. [48] How to Use...
  • Page 62 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB, and then start Media Go. Select the desired content ( ) on Music Library of Media Go, and drag-and-drop it to your “WALKMAN (model name)” ( Media Go recognizes the type of data by the filename extension and sends it to the appropriate folder of your Walkman.
  • Page 63 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html start Media Go. Start iTunes. Select the desired content from iTunes ( ), and drag-and-drop it to your “Walkman (model name)” ( Media Go recognizes the type of data by the filename extension and sends it to the appropriate folder of your Walkman.
  • Page 64 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Display the desired content on the Finder or the desired content or playlists on iTunes. Drag-and-drop the content or playlists you want to transfer to Content Transfer. Content is transferred to your Walkman. [52] How to Use...
  • Page 65 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Windows 8.1: Select “Desktop” to open “File Explorer.” In the “This PC” list, open “WALKMAN.” Windows 10: Select “File Explorer” in the “Start” menu, and then select “WALKMAN” from the left screen. Open the folder to which you want to transfer content.
  • Page 66 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB. Select “WALKMAN” in the sidebar of the Finder. To store content on a microSD card, select the folder that has the same name as the microSD card instead of “WALKMAN.”...
  • Page 67 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [54] How to Use Transferring/Deleting Content Transferring Content to Your Walkman Notes for transferring content such as music from your computer Drag-and-drop content such as music or folders into the correct folder as shown in the following illustrations. Your Walkman can play back content stored in the 1st to 8th level of each folder.
  • Page 68 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html MUSIC PICTURE and DCIM VIDEO PODCASTS Otherwise, they will not be recognized by your Walkman anymore. Some songs may not be played back on your Walkman due to copyright protection. [55] How to Use Transferring/Deleting Content Deleting Content from Your...
  • Page 69 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Deleting content from your Walkman using Content Transfer You can use Content Transfer to delete content stored on your Walkman. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB. Start Content Transfer. Click at the right bottom of the screen.
  • Page 70 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html On the music playback screen of the received song, display the option menu and select [Delete This Song] - [Yes]. [58] How to Use Transferring/Deleting Content Deleting Content from Your Walkman Deleting content from your Walkman using Explorer Delete content stored on your Walkman using Windows Explorer.
  • Page 71 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html To delete a video file or a folder that contains videos: “VIDEO” folder To delete a podcast episode file or a podcast folder: “PODCASTS” folder Select the content you want to delete. Delete the content. Note Do not change folder name placed in root memory such as “MUSIC.”...
  • Page 72 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Delete the content. Note Do not change folder name placed in root memory such as “MUSIC.” [60] How to Use Transferring/Deleting Content Operating with Media Go Playing live albums with no gaps in between songs Songs that are recorded continuously on a live or concert album can be played with no gaps in between the songs on your Walkman.
  • Page 73 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Click “OK.” [62] How to Use Transferring/Deleting Content Operating with Media Go Inputting the lyrics information using Media Go Use the latest version of Media Go to input lyrics information to display lyrics when playing songs on your Walkman.
  • Page 74 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html drag-and-drop from Windows Explorer. For a Mac computer, you can use Content Transfer to transfer the songs from iTunes, etc. You can also transfer them by drag-and-drop from the Mac Finder. [64] How to Use Music Playing Music Playing music Play music transferred to your Walkman.
  • Page 75 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Browsing the music list screen The music list screen displays lists such as the song list and album list. Index The index displays a list of song or album names, along with each letter of the alphabet. Navigate the index by pressing the button ( to move to the next or previous letters.
  • Page 76 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html (Only for models supplied with headphones) An alarm (beep) and a warning [Check the volume level] are meant to protect your ears when you turn the volume up to a level that is harmful for your ears for the first time. You can cancel the alarm and warning by pressing any button.
  • Page 77 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The playback status, remaining battery power, etc. are displayed. Current song number/Total number of songs to be played Elapsed current song time/Total current song time Time line bar Music setting icons [Repeat] from the [Play Mode] settings [Shuffle] from the [Play Mode] settings [Shuffle &...
  • Page 78 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html To fast forward or rewind Press and hold the button ( To go to the beginning of the next song or go to the beginning of the previous (or current) song Press the button ( To browse cover art to select an album...
  • Page 79 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Hint “The” at the beginning of artist names is ignored when arranging the [Artist] list. The [All Songs], [Album], [Artist] and [Genre] lists are arranged in alphanumeric order. The [Release Year] list is arranged in reverse chronological order. In the [Folder] list, folders are displayed in name order first, then files are displayed in name order.
  • Page 80 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Note Cover art images registered to a playlist are not displayed on your Walkman. [71] How to Use Music Playing Music Choosing an album from the cover art images If you register cover art images to albums using Media Go beforehand, you can choose an album by selecting a cover art image (Album scroll).
  • Page 81 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [72] How to Use Music Deleting Songs Deleting songs To delete songs from your Walkman, use the software on your computer that you used to transfer the songs. If you used Windows Explorer to transfer the songs, use Windows Explorer to delete them. If you used the Finder on a Mac to transfer the songs, use the Finder on a Mac to delete the songs.
  • Page 82 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html In the music playback screen or list screen, press and hold the button ( Hint You can add songs to bookmark lists other than the default bookmark list by using the option menu on the music playback screen or list screen.
  • Page 83 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [76] How to Use Music Using Bookmarks Changing the order of bookmarked songs The order of songs in a bookmark list can be changed. From the Home menu, select [Music]. Select [Bookmark] - desired bookmark list. On the bookmark list screen, display the option menu and select [Edit Song Order].
  • Page 84 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can remove one or all of the songs from a bookmark list. From the Home menu, select [Music]. Select [Bookmark] - desired bookmark list - desired song. On the music playback screen, display the option menu and select [Remove from Bookmark].
  • Page 85 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [80] How to Use Music Displaying Lyrics Making lyrics information in a text file You can also make lyrics information in a text file. Open the “Notepad” by following one of the procedures below depending on the operating system of your computer.
  • Page 86 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html About 40 alphabetical characters (single-byte characters) are recommended for displaying on the screen of your Walkman. Time information must be entered in chronological order. You can separate seconds and hundredths of a second by a period instead of a colon.
  • Page 87 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html To store the file on a microSD card, select the folder that has the same name as the microSD card instead of “WALKMAN.” Windows 7 or earlier: Select “Start” – “Computer,” and open “WALKMAN.” Windows 8: Select “Desktop” from the “Start screen” to open “File Explorer.” In the “Computer”...
  • Page 88 Walkman or on the Walkman. Hint SensMe™ Channels is achieved by the following technologies. 12 TONE ANALYSIS on your Walkman by Low-Complexity Music Information Retrieval technology developed by Sony 88 sur 237 08/06/16 16:25...
  • Page 89 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Music file transfer from software and devices that support the 12 TONE ANALYSIS technology developed by Sony [83] How to Use Music SensMe™ Channels Playing songs using SensMe™ Channels Play songs to fit your mood, current activity, the time of day, etc., by selecting a particular channel.
  • Page 90 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html if a song is shorter than 90 seconds, playback starts roughly from the middle of the song. Songs are played in random order. Each time you select a channel, the order of playback will vary. If there are no songs for [Morning], [Daytime], [Evening], [Night] or [Midnight], all songs will be played in random order in those channels.
  • Page 91 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html From the Home menu, select [SensMe™ Channels]. Display the option menu and select [Updating Channels]. Your Walkman starts analyzing songs. When analyzing is finished, the [SensMe™ Channels] screen is displayed. Hint To stop analyzing, press the button ( ).
  • Page 92 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html When [Play Mode] is selected and [Shuffle] or [Shuffle & Repeat] with [Playback Range] is set to [All Range], your Walkman will not shuffle all of the songs at once. Instead, the Walkman will select an artist, album, etc. and play all corresponding songs in random order before moving on to another artist or album.
  • Page 93 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html On the music playback screen, display the option menu and select [Playback Range] - desired setting. [All Range] Plays back all songs in the built-in memory and microSD card by the selected search method ([All Songs], [Album], [Artist], etc.).
  • Page 94 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Note The [DSEE HX] function cannot be enabled while listening to sound on the other Bluetooth audio device. [89] How to Use Music Music Settings Enjoying various sound quality Enjoy music by either setting the optimum sound quality with a single operation or setting the sound quality to your own tastes.
  • Page 95 You can set sound effects and enrich the sound reproduction quality of the audio playback. VPT, which stands for Virtualphones Technology, is a proprietary sound processing technology developed by Sony. [Clear Stereo] function This function uses digital processing to clearly distinguish between sound...
  • Page 96 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html during playback. Hint You can also set some sound quality items from the option menu in the music playback screen. Note The following settings cannot be changed while the [ClearAudio+] function is set to on. [Equalizer] [VPT (Surround)]...
  • Page 97 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html In the music playback screen, display the option menu and select [Sound Settings] - [Equalizer] - [Custom 1] or [Custom 2]. Press the button ( ) to select CLEAR BASS or the frequency range setting, and press the button ( ) to adjust the setting level.
  • Page 98 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The [Clear Phase™ ] function optimizes the sound characteristics for the headphones you use. The compatible headphones for this product are MDR-NW750N/MDR-NW750NE. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Select Headphones] - [MDR-NW750N/NE] - [On]. Note The [Clear Phase™ ] function does not work with headphone connected via the Bluetooth function.
  • Page 99 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Preparing photos You need to transfer photo content onto your Walkman from your computer in order to view photos on the Walkman. After importing the photo content you want to display onto your computer, use Media Go to transfer the photos to the Walkman.
  • Page 100 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Browsing the photo screen The following information is shown on the photo screen. Information area The current photo number, total number of photos, current time, remaining battery power, etc. are displayed. Photo file name Shooting date and time Hint These indications disappear after a while.
  • Page 101 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can use the following operations in the photo screen. Your Walkman uses landscape display when viewing photos. Display the previous or next photo Press the button ( Scroll through the previous or next photos Press and hold the button (...
  • Page 102 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Photo to Delete]. The delete photo screen is displayed. Repeat the following steps to delete photos. Press the button ( ) to select the photo you want to delete and press the button ( ) to confirm.
  • Page 103 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can change the order in which videos are displayed in the list according to criteria such as the date the videos were imported or the titles of the videos. [102] How to Use Photos/Videos/Podcasts Watching Videos Watching videos You can watch videos that you have transferred onto your Walkman.
  • Page 104 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Information area The playback status, current time, remaining battery power, etc. are displayed. Total time Progress bar Elapsed time Hint These indications disappear after a while. They will appear again with button operations. [104] How to Use...
  • Page 105 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Fast forward/fast rewind Press the button ( ) during playback and press the button ( ) at the desired point. You can also press and hold the button ( ) during playback or while paused and release it at the desired point.
  • Page 106 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html On the video playback screen or the list screen, display the option menu and select (Search) - desired search method - desired video. Hint The [Received Videos] list has only videos received using the Bluetooth function. [106] How to Use...
  • Page 107 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Press the button ( ) to select the desired interval. Select the desired image, then press the button ( ) to play. Hint For videos with chapters, you can set your Walkman so that a thumbnail of each chapter is displayed.
  • Page 108 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Press the button ( ) when you have finished deleting. Hint You can also delete videos while viewing them. While the video you want to delete is displayed, display the option menu and select [Delete Video] - [Yes].
  • Page 109 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [110] How to Use Photos/Videos/Podcasts Playing Podcasts Playing podcasts You can play an episode transferred to your Walkman. From the Home menu, select [Podcasts]. Select the memory ([System Storage] or [SD Card]) that contains the episode you want to play.
  • Page 110 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Information area The playback status, current time, remaining battery power, etc. are displayed. Elapsed time Total time Progress bar Video podcast playback screen Information area The playback status, current time, remaining battery power, etc. are displayed. Total time...
  • Page 111 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html button operations. [112] How to Use Photos/Videos/Podcasts Playing Podcasts Operations for audio podcast playback You can use the following operations in the audio podcast screen. Play/pause Press the button ( Fast forward/fast rewind Press and hold the button (...
  • Page 112 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [113] How to Use Photos/Videos/Podcasts Playing Podcasts Operations for video podcast playback You can use the following operations in the video podcast screen. Your Walkman uses landscape display. Play/pause Press the button ( Fast forward/fast rewind Press the button (...
  • Page 113 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Return to the list screen Press the button ( Hint Your Walkman automatically enters playback standby if there is no operation for a fixed period of time while paused. The speed of fast forward/fast rewind while paused varies according to the length of the episode.
  • Page 114 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Select [Yes]. Press the button ( ) to return to the original list screen. Hint You can also delete podcast episodes while playing them. While the episode you want to delete is playing, display the option menu and select [Delete This Episode] - [Yes].
  • Page 115 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can change the size of a video being played to match the screen size. On the video playback screen, display the option menu and select [Zoom Settings] - desired setting. [Auto] The video image is resized to fit the display area, maintaining the original aspect ratio.
  • Page 116 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [117] How to Use Photos/Videos/Podcasts Video Settings Playing only the sound of a video You can turn off the video screen and enjoy only the sound of a video. Turning off the video screen saves battery power for longer battery life.
  • Page 117 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can arrange the video list by date or by title. In the video list screen, display the option menu and select [Order of Video List] - desired video list order. Note The [Order of Video List] function may not work depending on the screen.
  • Page 118 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [121] How to Use FM Radio Listening to FM Radio Browsing the FM radio screen The following items are displayed on the FM radio screen. Frequency Preset number [122] How to Use FM Radio Listening to FM Radio FM radio operations The following operations are available on the FM radio screen.
  • Page 119 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html To select the previous or next receivable station Press and hold the button ( ). Searching starts and stops at a receivable broadcast station. To select the previous or next preset number Press the button ( Hint Preset numbers can only be used to select a broadcast station if one or more broadcast stations are saved as preset.
  • Page 120 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can preset up to 30 stations. Note Using [Auto Preset] clears all saved presets. [124] How to Use FM Radio Listening to FM Radio Presetting broadcast stations manually You can manually preset receivable broadcast stations. In the FM radio screen, select the frequency you want to save to preset.
  • Page 121 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [126] How to Use FM Radio FM Radio Settings Changing the FM radio scan sensitivity Sometimes the reception sensitivity may be too strong when receiving an FM radio broadcast station, causing many unwanted broadcast stations to be received. In such cases, set the scan sensitivity to low.
  • Page 122 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html From the Home menu, select [SD Card Settings]. Select [Insert/Remove SD Card] - [Yes]. An image of a microSD card is displayed on the screen and your Walkman enters the [Insert/Remove SD Card] status. Playback of content stops.
  • Page 123 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Removing a microSD card You can remove a microSD card from your Walkman. From the Home menu, select [SD Card Settings]. Select [Insert/Remove SD Card] - [Yes]. An image of a microSD card is displayed on the screen and your Walkman enters the [Insert/Remove SD Card] status.
  • Page 124 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [130] How to Use microSD Card microSD Card Selecting the memory to use You can select the memory to store content and other data on from [System Storage] or [SD Card]. From the Home menu, select [SD Card Settings].
  • Page 125 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html time, be sure to format the microSD card using the Walkman by following the steps below. Formatting a microSD card will delete all data stored on the microSD card, so be careful not to delete important data.
  • Page 126 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html electrical noise. We assume no responsibility for any loss or damage of stored data. We recommend that you save a backup copy of important data. Do not touch the terminal of a microSD card with your hand or a metal object.
  • Page 127 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Waveform of antiphase sound ( Antiphase sound that cancels out the analyzed noise is generated. Waveform of composed and canceled noise ( The original and antiphase sound combine to cancel out the original sound, reducing noise at the eardrums.
  • Page 128 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [136] How to Use Noise Canceling Using the Noise Canceling Function Using noise canceling The noise canceling function is available only with noise canceling headphones. The noise canceling headphones that are compatible with this product are MDR-NW750N/MDR-NW750NE. Select the noise canceling headphones that you use in [Select Headphones], and then perform the following operation.
  • Page 129 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html From the Home menu, select [Noise Canceling]. Select [Quiet Mode]. [138] How to Use Noise Canceling Using the Noise Canceling Function Notes for using the noise canceling function If the earbuds do not fit your ears, the effect of the noise canceling function may be compromised.
  • Page 130 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html your Walkman away from these devices. Make sure to remove the headphones from your ears before you connect or disconnect the headphones from your Walkman. If the headphones are connected or disconnected from the Walkman during playback or while the noise canceling function is active, noise may be generated.
  • Page 131 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Adjusting noise canceling The noise canceling function is available only with noise canceling headphones. The noise canceling headphones that are compatible with this product are MDR-NW750N/MDR-NW750NE. Your Walkman has been set to obtain the maximum effect of the noise canceling function.
  • Page 132 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html you can use Bluetooth devices in a bag or pocket. [142] How to Use Bluetooth What Is the Bluetooth Function? What can your Walkman do with the Bluetooth function? You can listen to sound on Bluetooth audio devices by sending data from your Walkman.
  • Page 133 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html devices are paired, you can easily connect your Walkman to the Bluetooth device from the next time onwards using a simple operation. Connecting your Walkman to Bluetooth audio devices Bluetooth audio devices need to be paired with each other beforehand.
  • Page 134 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html To listen to sound from Bluetooth audio devices on your Walkman, the following steps are required. Pair your Walkman and a Bluetooth audio device. Establish a Bluetooth connection between your Walkman and the Bluetooth audio device. Play sound on your Walkman.
  • Page 135 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [Dynamic Normalizer] [145] How to Use Bluetooth Connecting with Bluetooth Audio Devices Pairing and connecting with a Bluetooth audio device To connect with a Bluetooth audio device for the first time, your Walkman needs to be paired with it.
  • Page 136 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html After the pairing is completed, the Bluetooth connection between your Walkman and the Bluetooth audio device is made. A message that the connection has been completed is displayed and in the information area changes to . Start playback on the Walkman and you will hear the sound through the Bluetooth audio device.
  • Page 137 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html unavailable. If the pairing is timed out, for example if you could not finish entering the pass key in time, perform the operation again by selecting [Bluetooth] from the Home menu. [146] How to Use Bluetooth Connecting with Bluetooth Audio Devices...
  • Page 138 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html : The Bluetooth function is on but no devices are connected. : The Bluetooth function is on and your Walkman is connected to Bluetooth audio device(s). No icon: The Bluetooth function is off. Hint The behavior of your Walkman while connected with a Bluetooth audio device is as follows.
  • Page 139 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Simply touch your Walkman to a Bluetooth audio device that has the NFC function to automatically turn on the power of the Bluetooth audio device, pair the Walkman and the Bluetooth audio device, and make a Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 140 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html One-touch connections (NFC) cannot be made while your Walkman is in standby mode and the screen is off. Turn the screen on before touching the devices together to make a one-touch connection. One-touch connections (NFC) cannot be made while listening to FM radio.
  • Page 141 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html during that time. However, the length of the time may be shorter depending on the Bluetooth audio device. [149] How to Use Bluetooth Listening to Sound Using a Bluetooth Audio Device Listening to sound using a Bluetooth audio device Once paired and connected, you can listen to sound from your Walkman wirelessly through the Bluetooth audio device.
  • Page 142 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Headphones connected to the headphone jack Operation sounds set to on Speakers or USB digital output devices connected to the WM-PORT jack You cannot listen to FM radio while connecting via a Bluetooth connection. Use the headphones to listen to FM radio.
  • Page 143 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Note Copyright laws may prohibit content transfer without the copyright holder's permission for purposes other than your personal/private enjoyment. Some Bluetooth devices may not be able to receive files sent from your Walkman. For details on how to use the Bluetooth function of your device, refer to the manual of that device.
  • Page 144 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The copyright warning message appears when you send a file. Follow the on-screen instructions. Display the option menu and select [Search for a Device]. The [Scan Peripheral Device] screen is displayed. Skip this step if you have sent content to the same device before.
  • Page 145 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Device] screen. Note Files protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) cannot be sent. Content transfer may fail if the Bluetooth device is too far from your Walkman, or there is interference from other devices. In these cases,...
  • Page 146 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The BD address (alphanumeric code) of your Walkman is displayed under the model name on the Walkman. When the Bluetooth device displays the receiver’s BD address, make sure that the BD addresses displayed on the device and on the Walkman are the same.
  • Page 147 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The maximum receivable file size is 4 GB. [153] How to Use Bluetooth Sending/Receiving Content via a Bluetooth Connection Playing content received via a Bluetooth connection You can play content transferred via a Bluetooth connection on your Walkman.
  • Page 148 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Deleting content received via a Bluetooth connection You can delete content received by your Walkman via a Bluetooth connection. Select the content you want to delete. To delete music, from the Home menu, select [Music] - [Received Songs] - [System Storage] or [SD Card] - the content you want to delete.
  • Page 149 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html connection When the screen to enter the passkey is displayed while pairing, check and enter the passkey of the other Bluetooth device. “Passkey” may also be called “Pass code,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “Password.” The passkey of your Walkman is “0000.” For the passkey of the Bluetooth device, refer to the operating instructions of the Bluetooth device.
  • Page 150 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html From the Home menu, select [Bluetooth]. Select [Manage Added Devices] - desired device. The pairing information of the Bluetooth audio device is displayed. The information differs depending on the Bluetooth audio device. [157] How to Use Bluetooth...
  • Page 151 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can set your Walkman to connect to a Bluetooth audio device automatically at startup. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Bluetooth Settings] - [Autoconnect at Startup] - desired setting. Hint You can select a device from the paired Bluetooth audio devices displayed on the [Autoconnect at Startup] screen to connect to your Walkman automatically at startup.
  • Page 152 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Both sound quality and connection are stable. [Prioritize Connection] The sound quality may not be as good as the other mode, but the connection status will most likely be stable. This setting is recommended if the connection is unstable.
  • Page 153 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can select whether or not to apply the sound effects when you send content from your Walkman to a Bluetooth audio device. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Bluetooth Settings] - [Sound Effect Preset] - desired device - desired setting.
  • Page 154 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Notes on the Bluetooth function Bluetooth wireless technology allows connection at a distance of up to about 10 meters. However, the effective range may vary depending on obstructions (people, metals, walls, etc.) or signal status. The Bluetooth antenna (aerial) is built into your Walkman. You can...
  • Page 155 Be careful when connecting using Bluetooth technology. Sony bears no responsibility whatsoever for information leaks that occur as a result of using Bluetooth technology. Your Walkman is not guaranteed to connect with all Bluetooth devices.
  • Page 156 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [164] How to Use Connecting with One Touch (NFC) Making a Bluetooth connection using the NFC function Simply touch your Walkman to a Bluetooth audio device that has the NFC function to automatically turn on the power of the Bluetooth audio device, pair the Walkman and the Bluetooth audio device, and make a Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 157 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Settings] - [On]. Note One-touch connections (NFC) cannot be made while the HOLD function of your Walkman is enabled. Release the HOLD function before touching the devices together to make a one-touch connection. One-touch connections (NFC) cannot be made while your Walkman is in standby mode and the screen is off.
  • Page 158 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Repeat playback Play songs repeatedly. The playback range of songs can be changed. On the music playback screen, display the option menu and select [Play Mode] - desired setting. Note When [Play Mode] is selected and [Shuffle] or [Shuffle &...
  • Page 159 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html playing song. Note If you start playback from a bookmark list, only the songs in the bookmark list are played. Songs in other bookmark lists are not played even if [Playback Range] is set to [All Range].
  • Page 160 VPT (Surround) function You can set sound effects and enrich the sound reproduction quality of the audio playback. VPT, which stands for Virtualphones Technology, is a proprietary sound processing technology developed by Sony. 160 sur 237 08/06/16 16:25...
  • Page 161 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [Clear Stereo] function This function uses digital processing to clearly distinguish between sound from the left and right of the headphones, emphasizing the stereo effect during playback. Hint You can also set some sound quality items from the option menu in the music playback screen.
  • Page 162 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html In the music playback screen, display the option menu and select [Sound Settings] - [Equalizer] - [Custom 1] or [Custom 2]. Press the button ( ) to select CLEAR BASS or the frequency range setting, and press the button ( ) to adjust the setting level.
  • Page 163 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Changing the default bookmark list You can change the bookmark list that is set as the default bookmark list. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Music Settings] - [Default Bookmark List] - desired default bookmark list.
  • Page 164 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Select [Music Settings] - [Display Lyrics] - desired setting. Hint If [On (Screen Always On)] is set, the music playback screen does not turn off regardless of the Screen Off Timer settings. Note The timing at which the lyrics are displayed may not exactly match the progress of the song.
  • Page 165 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [Zoom Settings] - desired setting. [Auto] The video image is resized to fit the display area, maintaining the original aspect ratio. When a 4:3 ( ) video image is displayed, it is resized to fit the screen size. When a 16:9 ( ) video image is displayed, black bands appear on the top and bottom of the screen.
  • Page 166 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can turn off the video screen and enjoy only the sound of a video. Turning off the video screen saves battery power for longer battery life. In the video playback screen, display the option menu and select [On-Hold Display] - [No].
  • Page 167 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Note The [Order of Video List] function may not work depending on the screen. [181] How to Use Settings FM Radio Settings Changing the FM radio scan sensitivity Sometimes the reception sensitivity may be too strong when receiving an FM radio broadcast station, causing many unwanted broadcast stations to be received.
  • Page 168 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can set the noise canceling function most effective for the environment you are in by using noise canceling headphones and selecting the type of ambient noise. The noise canceling function is available only with noise canceling headphones.
  • Page 169 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html standard environment. Adjust as desired. Note Maximizing microphone sensitivity does not necessarily enhance the noise canceling effect. [185] How to Use Settings Bluetooth Settings Setting automatic Bluetooth connection at startup You can set your Walkman to connect to a Bluetooth audio device automatically at startup.
  • Page 170 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html sound quality for a Bluetooth connection as you like. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Bluetooth Settings] - [Wireless Playback Quality] - desired setting. [Prioritize Sound Quality] Sound is transmitted in high quality, but the connection may become unstable depending on the usage environment.
  • Page 171 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Walkman is connected to a Bluetooth audio device. To change the setting, disconnect the connection. Changing the [Wireless Playback Quality] setting may not have any effect depending on the settings of the connected Bluetooth audio device. [187] How to Use...
  • Page 172 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Displaying Bluetooth information on your Walkman Display Bluetooth information such as Bluetooth version and profile. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Information]. [189] How to Use Settings Bluetooth Settings Deleting content received via a Bluetooth...
  • Page 173 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html To delete all content received via a Bluetooth connection, from the Home menu, select [Settings] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Delete All Received Files] - [Yes]. To delete all content in “RECEIVED” folder under [System Storage] or [SD Card], select [Delete All Received Files].
  • Page 174 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The alarm will not sound in the following situations. While connected to a computer While in USB connection mode While processing a Bluetooth connection (though the alarm icon flashes in the information area) Set the alarm timer to [Off] if you intend not to use your Walkman for a long time.
  • Page 175 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [Set As Alarm Song]. [193] How to Use Settings Alarm/Sleep Timer Settings Setting the sleep timer You can change the set time for the sleep timer. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Alarm/Sleep Timer] - [Sleep Timer Settings] - desired setting.
  • Page 176 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Select [Clear Phase™ ] - [On] if you use the “Clear Phase” function. Hint Select [Other Headphones] to use headphones that do not support the noise canceling function. You cannot change the [Clear Phase™ ] setting nor activate the noise canceling function while [Other Headphones] is selected.
  • Page 177 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Displaying your Walkman information Display information such as model name and system software version. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Unit Information]. [197] How to Use Settings Common Settings Limiting the volume You can use AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) to limit the maximum volume.
  • Page 178 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You can turn the operation sounds of your Walkman on or off. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Beep Settings] - desired setting. Note There is no beep during a Bluetooth connection. [199] How to Use...
  • Page 179 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [200] How to Use Settings Common Settings Adjusting the screen brightness You can set the display brightness to one of five levels. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Brightness] - desired setting. Hint Regardless of the brightness setting, the brightness of the screen may be low while connecting to a computer and charging.
  • Page 180 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Clock Settings] - [Set Date-Time]. Press the button ( ) to select “Year,” “Month,” “Day,” “Hour” or “Minute.” Press the button ( ) to select numbers, and press the button ( Hint You can select [12-hour] or [24-hour] for the time display format.
  • Page 181 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html - desired format. [204] How to Use Settings Common Settings Setting the time display format You can select [12-hour] or [24-hour] for the time display style. From the Home menu, select [Settings]. Select [Common Settings] - [Clock Settings] - [Time Display Format] - desired format.
  • Page 182 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [206] How to Use Settings Common Settings Resetting to the factory settings Your Walkman can be reset to the default settings. Resetting the Walkman will not delete content such as music. From the Home menu, select [Settings].
  • Page 183 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html using the Walkman. Formatting the memory erases all content data (songs, etc., including the sample data installed at the factory, and the supplied software installer). Be sure to check the data stored in the memory and export any important data to your computer before formatting.
  • Page 184 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Using USB connection mode When connecting to a computer via USB, some computers may fail to establish a USB connection to your Walkman, causing it not to display [Connected USB (Storage in use: system storage)] or [Connected USB (Storage in use: SD card)].
  • Page 185 Sony dealer. Do not touch the rechargeable battery with bare hands if it is leaking. Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the battery has leaked as battery liquid may remain in your Walkman. If the liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes as this may lead to blindness.
  • Page 186 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html burned or injured by the liquid from the battery. Heat may build up in your Walkman while charging if it is used for an extended period of time. Note that condensation may form temporarily in cases such as when...
  • Page 187 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Do not leave your Walkman in a place subject to excessive dust. Do not leave your Walkman on an unstable surface or in an inclined position. When unplugging the headphones from your Walkman, make sure to hold the headphone plug. Pulling by the headphone cord itself may damage it.
  • Page 188 If you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it, and we will not supply any replacement data. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems with your Walkman or computer. Notes on storing lithium-ion rechargeable batteries A lithium-ion rechargeable battery is built into your Walkman.
  • Page 189 Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it, in whole or in part, or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder. In no event will Sony be liable for any financial damage or loss of 189 sur 237 08/06/16 16:25...
  • Page 190 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the supplied software. The supplied software cannot be used with equipment other than that to which it is designated. Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the software specifications may be changed without notice.
  • Page 191 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html If you have any questions or issues with your Walkman, or would like information on compatible items with the Walkman, visit one of the following websites. For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada: English http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/...
  • Page 192 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [216] How to Use Specifications Specifications Specifications Display Size/resolution 2.2-inch (5.6 cm), QVGA (320 × 240 Pixels), 262,144 colors Panel type TFT color display with white LED-backlight Interface Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Headphone Stereo mini-jack WM-PORT...
  • Page 193 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Bluetooth Specifications Communication system: Bluetooth specification version 3.0 Frequency band: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method: FHSS Compatible Bluetooth profiles (*1) A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile)
  • Page 194 44.4 mm × 109.1 mm × 9.1 mm (1 3/4 inches x 4 3/8 inches x 3/8 inches) Mass 66 g (2.4 oz) Capacity Capacity NW-A25: 16 GB NW-A25HN: 16 GB NW-A26HN: 32 GB NW-A27HN: 64 GB (*1) Bluetooth profiles are standardized according to the purpose of the Bluetooth device.
  • Page 195 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html AAC 256 kbps Noise Cancel ON: Approx. 41 Hrs Noise Cancel OFF: Approx. 48 Hrs FLAC 96 kHz/24 bit Noise Cancel ON: Approx. 35 Hrs Noise Cancel OFF: Approx. 40 Hrs FLAC 192 kHz/24 bit Noise Cancel ON: Approx. 27 Hrs Noise Cancel OFF: Approx.
  • Page 196 The approximate times are based on the case in which you transfer or record only 4 minute songs. Number NW-A25 (16 GB) MP3 128 kbps: Approx. 3,600 songs AAC 256 kbps: Approx. 1,800 songs FLAC 44.1 kHz/16 bit: Approx. 330 songs FLAC 192 kHz/24 bit: Approx.
  • Page 197 FLAC 44.1 kHz/16 bit: Approx. 1,400 songs FLAC 192 kHz/24 bit: Approx. 200 songs Time NW-A25 (16 GB) MP3 128 kbps: Approx. 213 hr. 20 min. AAC 256 kbps: Approx. 106 hr. 40 min. FLAC 44.1 kHz/16 bit: Approx. 19 hr. 20 min.
  • Page 198 The approximate times are estimated in the case where only videos are transferred. The time may differ, depending on the conditions under which the player is used. NW-A25 (16 GB) Video: 384 kbps/Music: 128 kbps Approx. 49 hr. 00 min.
  • Page 199 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Music (Music player) 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 (*1): 32, 44.1, 48 kHz WMA (*2) Media File format: ASF file format File extension: .wma...
  • Page 200 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html HE-AAC Media File format: MP4 file format File extension: .mp4, .m4a, .3gp Bit rate: 32 kbps to 144 kbps Sampling frequency (*1): 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Apple Lossless Media File format: MP4 file format File extension: .m4a, .mp4...
  • Page 201 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Bitrate: Max 6 Mbps Frame rate: Max 30 fps Resolution: Max 720 x 480 (*5) Windows Media Video 9 Media File format: ASF file format File extension: .wmv Profile: VC1 simple profile, main profile Bitrate: Max 6 Mbps...
  • Page 202 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The “HR” symbol is displayed for high-resolution audio sources. (*1) Sampling frequency may not correspond to all encoders. (*2) Copyright protected WMA files cannot be played back. (*3) Copyright protected AAC-LC files cannot be played back. (*4) Non-standard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the Sampling frequency.
  • Page 203 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Web browser: Internet Explorer 7 or later Internet: Internet connection (for Gracenote® MusicID® service, podcast features, Store access, or online help) Not supported by the following environments: Personally constructed computers or operating systems An environment that is an upgrade of the original manufacturer-...
  • Page 204 Check information on the issue in the help of the software having problems. Look up information on the issue on one of the customer support websites. If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 204 sur 237 08/06/16 16:25...
  • Page 205 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Note Data will not be deleted, nor will any settings be changed by restarting. [224] Troubleshooting Troubleshooting What Can I Do to Solve a Problem? Customer support website If you have any questions or issues with your Walkman, or would like information on compatible items with the Walkman, visit one of the following websites.
  • Page 206 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Simplified Chinese http://service.sony.com.cn/KB/ Traditional Chinese http://service.sony.com.tw/ For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ [225] Troubleshooting Q&A Operation Your Walkman does not operate or the power does not turn on. If you transfer a lot of content such as music to your Walkman at once, it will take time to build the database on the Walkman.
  • Page 207 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html disconnecting the Walkman. Restart your Walkman by pressing the RESTART button with a pen or a paper clip, etc. [227] Troubleshooting Q&A Operation Your Walkman power turns off or on automatically. If a malfunction occurs, your Walkman turns off and then on again automatically.
  • Page 208 If you spill a drink on your Walkman or wash it in a washing machine, liquid may get inside the Walkman. Stop using the Walkman immediately and consult your nearest Sony dealer. [231] Troubleshooting Q&A Operation The earbuds supplied with the headphones are missing.
  • Page 209 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html you need to remove it from the case to find the name. [234] Troubleshooting Q&A Operation An alarm (beep) is heard and the message [Check the volume level] is displayed. An alarm (beep) and a warning [Check the volume level] are meant to protect your ears when you turn the volume up to a level that is harmful for your ears for the first time.
  • Page 210 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html If the problem persists after performing the remedies above, use a pen or paper clip, etc., to press the RESTART button and restart your Walkman. [236] Troubleshooting Q&A Sound Content such as music suddenly stops during playback.
  • Page 211 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html The content such as music on your Walkman may be corrupted. Connect the Walkman to a Windows computer and use Media Go or Windows Explorer to delete the content in which the noise occurred from the Walkman. If you use a Mac computer, use the Finder to delete the corrupted content.
  • Page 212 Wires inside the headphone cable may be broken due to unnecessary force, etc. being applied to the cable. If this occurs while using the supplied headphones with a Walkman model supplied with headphones, contact your nearest Sony dealer for repairs. [240] Troubleshooting Q&A Sound Sound is interrupted or skips.
  • Page 213 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html of Media Go, and then transfer them to your Walkman. [242] Troubleshooting Q&A Sound The sound effect settings do not seem to have any effect. Sound effect settings are not applied in the following cases. During video playback...
  • Page 214 When the usable battery life is half the usual time even when the battery is fully charged, the battery should be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer for more details on the life of the built-in battery. [245] Troubleshooting Q&A...
  • Page 215 Depending on the environment in which your Walkman is used, the battery may deteriorate if it is not used for over a year. Contact your nearest Sony dealer. If the usable battery life is half that when new even after sufficiently charging the battery, your battery may have deteriorated.
  • Page 216 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html How long does it take to charge the battery? For details on the charging time, see “Specifications.” [249] Troubleshooting Q&A Power The battery runs out fast when you turn on the battery care mode. When charging the battery in battery care mode, the battery status icon is full when charging is complete.
  • Page 217 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html RESTART button with a pen or a paper clip, etc., to restart your Walkman, and then try the USB connection again. [251] Troubleshooting Q&A Connection to a Computer The computer does not recognize a microSD card inserted in your Walkman.
  • Page 218 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html computer. [253] Troubleshooting Q&A Connection to a Computer You cannot install software to your computer. If other software is running, it may interfere with the installation. Be sure to quit all other software before installing this software.
  • Page 219 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [255] Troubleshooting Q&A Connection to a Computer Your Walkman is not recognized by Media Go. Your Walkman may not be recognized by the computer. Disconnect the Walkman from the computer, and then reconnect it. The software may have failed to install correctly. Use the installer to re-install the software.
  • Page 220 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Songs with a limited playing period or playing count may not be transferred due to restrictions set by copyright holders. For details on the settings of each audio file, contact the distributor. Some of the content on your Walkman may be damaged. Copy the content that you need onto the computer and initialize (format) the Walkman.
  • Page 221 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html When you transfer audio MP4 files by drag-and-drop, place them in the “MUSIC” folder of your Walkman. The transferred content may be damaged. When you transfer content, make sure that no other tasks are running on your computer until transferring is completed.
  • Page 222 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [259] Troubleshooting Q&A Displaying/Playing/Deleting Content Content such as music suddenly stops during playback. The remaining battery power is low or the battery has run out. The content may not be supported on your Walkman. Select and play other content.
  • Page 223 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html When you press and hold the button, songs can be added to the bookmark list individually and playback of the songs continues. When you press the button, playback of the song stops. [263] Troubleshooting Q&A Displaying/Playing/Deleting Content Songs are not displayed in the order they were transferred in.
  • Page 224 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html imported as multiple albums. If this happens, edit the data using Media Go so that they are put together as an album, and then transfer it to your Walkman again. For details on how to edit, refer to the help of Media Go.
  • Page 225 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html has been transferred to the Walkman via a Bluetooth connection. Connect the Walkman to a computer via USB and transfer the video content to the Walkman again using software. Depending on the software used to register the cover art to the song, the cover art may not be sent if the song is sent via a Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 226 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Walkman using software with displayable characters in the software and transfer the content to the Walkman again. [270] Troubleshooting Q&A Displaying/Playing/Deleting Content [Unknown] is displayed for the album name or artist name. Information such as the album or artist name is not contained in the data.
  • Page 227 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [272] Troubleshooting Q&A Displaying/Playing/Deleting Content You cannot play a podcast episode. Your Walkman may not support the file format of the episode. Check the file formats playable on the Walkman. [273] Troubleshooting Q&A Displaying/Playing/Deleting Content You cannot continually play podcast episodes.
  • Page 228 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html If you have not set the clock of your Walkman, [Morning] always appears for the time-based channel. Set the clock of the Walkman. [277] Troubleshooting Q&A Displaying/Playing/Deleting Content Unsuitable songs for selected time-based channels are played. If there are no songs to match the theme of the time-based channel, all of the songs in your Walkman are played in random order.
  • Page 229 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html There is a lot of noise in an FM radio broadcast and the sound quality is poor. The FM signal may be weak inside a building or vehicle. Listen to the FM broadcast near a window if the signal is weak inside a building or vehicle.
  • Page 230 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html that the Walkman has been paired with the Bluetooth device. The pairing information might have been deleted. Make the pairing operation again. Make sure the Bluetooth audio device supports the A2DP profile. If your Walkman and the Bluetooth device are too far from each other, a Bluetooth connection may not be established or may be interrupted.
  • Page 231 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html Bluetooth audio device, the profile of the connected Bluetooth audio device may not support AVRCP. Perform the operations on the Walkman. [285] Troubleshooting Q&A Bluetooth You cannot operate your Walkman from a Bluetooth audio device. Depending on the Bluetooth audio device, you might not be able to operate your Walkman from the Bluetooth audio device.
  • Page 232 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [287] Troubleshooting Q&A Bluetooth Sound effects do not seem to have any effect when listening to sound via a Bluetooth audio device. Sound effects may not be enabled. Set [Sound Effect Preset] to [On]. The [Clear Stereo] function or the [Clear Phase™ ] function does not work with Bluetooth audio devices even when [Sound Effect Preset] is set to [On].
  • Page 233 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [290] Troubleshooting Q&A Bluetooth The cover art of a song received using the Bluetooth function is not displayed. Depending on the software used to register the cover art to the song, the cover art may not be sent if the song is sent via a Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 234 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html function of your Walkman is enabled. Release the HOLD function before touching the devices together to make a one-touch connection. One-touch connections (NFC) cannot be made while your Walkman is in standby mode and the screen is off. Turn the screen on before touching the devices together to make a one-touch connection.
  • Page 235 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html You want to use the noise canceling function with headphones other than noise canceling headphones compatible with your Walkman. The noise canceling function is available only with noise canceling headphones. The noise canceling headphones that are compatible with this product are MDR-NW750N/MDR-NW750NE.
  • Page 236 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html inserted in your Walkman. [System Storage] is selected as the memory to use. Change the memory to use to [SD Card] by following the instructions shown on the display of your Walkman. Make sure that no data is being transferred by checking your Walkman screen.
  • Page 237 Help Guide http://helpguide.sony.net/dmp/nwa20/v1/en/print.html [Check the volume level] is displayed. An alarm (beep) and a warning [Check the volume level] are used to protect your ears when you turn the volume up to a level that is harmful to your ears for the first time. You can cancel the alarm and warning by pressing any button.

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