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Digital Media Player
NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707
Model: YY1302B1/ YY1302B2
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
Configuring the initial setup
Power and Charging
Turning the power on
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Model: YY1302B1/ YY1302B2 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.
  • Page 2 Turning the power off Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Charging the battery Extending the battery lifespan 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 [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen Displaying the All Apps screen...
  • Page 3 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” to Music Center for PC Transferring content using Mac computer Adding lyric information using a computer Notes on transferring content from a computer...
  • Page 4 Managing Favorites in “Music player” 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 Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function Various Functions Using the USB-DAC function Enjoying music content on a computer using the sound quality of the player (USB-DAC function)
  • Page 5 General Information Maintenance Customer support website Specifications Specifications Battery life Maximum recordable number of songs Supported formats System requirements 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 6 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Manuals and general information Sony provides the following manuals and information regarding the player. The provided manuals explain the following operations and functions. Reference Guide (printed) Notes on using the player Compliance information How to access [Important Information] Operating Instructions (printed) Basic steps to start listening to music after you purchase the player.
  • Page 10 Headphones and a microSD card are 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 12 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 Charging the battery [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen Switching the home screen 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 14 [Settings] - [Battery] - [Auto 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15 (power) button 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 16 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 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 Turning the power off Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Notes on the built-in battery Displaying lyrics Battery life 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 19 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 20 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 Extending the battery lifespan Reducing the battery consumption Notes on the built-in battery Battery life 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 22 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 23 NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 24 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Using a microSD card Formatting a microSD card 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Parts and controls Touch screen Tap icons or items on the screen to operate the player. Built-in microphone You can use the built-in microphone to input sound. Do not cover the microphone while you use it.
  • Page 26 Standard) will be prioritized. Passive headphones: Headphones without a Noise canceling function or Bluetooth function. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 27 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 [WALKMAN Home] screen The [WALKMAN Home] screen is a home screen customized for music playback. It features the Music player widget so that you can control music playback without launching an app. Also, the apps related to music are displayed.
  • Page 28 Select the desired home screen. 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. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
  • Page 29 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Android Home screen Widgets, shortcuts, folders, and more are displayed on the Android 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 register and set up your headphones. 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 display the All Apps screen with the same operation on both the [WALKMAN Home] screen and the Android Home screen. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 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 [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 Swipe the home screen to the left or right. 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 [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 34 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 How to use the various screens of “Music player” “Music player” is a music app preinstalled on the player. Enjoy listening to the following music content. The music content purchased from online music services by connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 35 Playback screen You can confirm a variety of information for the currently selected track. Library screen You can select tracks from the library screen. Tracks are classified into various categories (such as [All songs], [Album], [Artist], etc.). Play queue screen You can check and edit the list of tracks that the player will play.
  • Page 36 Sound adjustment screens You can use the various sound adjustments. You can save up to 10 customized sound adjustments as [Saved sound settings]. Equalizer DSEE Ultimate™ DC Phase Linearizer Dynamic Normalizer Vinyl Processor DSD Remastering Hint You can also check how to switch the screen in the operating guide. On the playback screen, tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 37 Playback screen in “Music player” Play queue screen in “Music player” Favorites screen in “Music player” Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” Enjoying music content on a computer using the sound quality of the player (USB-DAC function) 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 Swipe the playback screen in “Music player” downwards. Alternatively, tap (Library top) button in the top right of the screen.
  • Page 39 The [Music] folder or the [Download] folder in the internal memory of the player The [Music] folder on the microSD card The folders registered to [Folders to be imported] in “Music player” Register the folder that contains the desired music files to [Folders to be imported] in “Music player”. Options button Subcategories or track list After you select a music category, select a subcategory until you find the desired track.
  • Page 40 Select the item to add the selected track/album/playlist to Favorites. Add to playlist Select the item to add the selected track or all tracks in the selected item to a playlist. Add to another playlist Select the item to add all tracks in the selected playlist to another playlist. Play next Select the item to add the selected track or all tracks in the selected item to the position after the current track in the play queue.
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  • Page 42: Library Top Button

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Playback screen in “Music player” You can confirm a variety of information for the currently selected track. During playback, the background color of the screen changes to match the base color of the cover art.
  • Page 43 Track number / Total number of tracks Length of the track Option menu (Options) to display the option menu. Displayed items may differ depending on the settings. Settings Select the item to display the Settings menu for “Music player”. Add to playlist Select the item to add the current track to a playlist.
  • Page 44 How to use the various screens of “Music player” Playing music Playback methods Managing playlists in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” Managing Favorites in “Music player” Displaying lyrics 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45: Table Of Contents

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Play queue screen in “Music player” You can check and edit the list of tracks that the player will play. To display the play queue screen Swipe the playback screen in “Music player” to the right.
  • Page 46 Edit song order Select the item to change the order of tracks in the current play queue. Drag and drop the reordering icons on the left sides of the tracks until they are in the desired order. Add to playlist Select the item to add all tracks in the current play queue to a playlist.
  • Page 47 Managing playlists in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” Managing Favorites in “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48: Content List

    Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Favorites screen in “Music player” You can play tracks/albums/playlists that you have added to Favorites. You can also change the order of items in the content list. To display the favorites screen Swipe the playback screen in “Music player” to the left.
  • Page 49 Edit song order Select the item to change the order of tracks in the playlist. Add to playlist Select the item to add all tracks in Favorites to a playlist. Play next Select the item to add all tracks in Favorites to the position after the current track in the play queue. Add to the end of Play queue Select the item to add all tracks in Favorites to the end of the play queue.
  • Page 50 How to use the various screens of “Music player” Playing music Playback methods Managing playlists in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” Managing Favorites in “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 up to 10 customized sound adjustments as [Saved sound settings].
  • Page 52: Option Menu

    You can swipe any of the sound adjustment screens downwards to return to the playback screen. 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” Adjusting the sound 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 List of icons displayed in the status bar In the status bar, the various statuses of the player appear as icons. Updating the database of “Music player”. microSD card mounted HOLD indicator Bluetooth device connected...
  • Page 54 [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55 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 56 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 57 You can also tap or hold down +/– (volume) ( ) to adjust the volume. Hint You can also display the volume dialog from the Quick Settings panel. On the [WALKMAN Home] screen, swipe down on the status bar. Then, tap the volume icon in the Quick Settings panel. The volume may be low when you use certain headphones.
  • Page 58 Related Topic Volume operation in compliance with Directives 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 60 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 61 Start importing music content. For details on the procedure, see [How to use] on the Music Center for PC support website. (https://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Importing music content stored on an external media device to a computer Use an external media device that contains music content.
  • Page 62 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC System requirements 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 2.5 or later. In earlier versions, Music Center for PC will not recognize the player.
  • Page 66 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 68 There is an instructional video for the following operations. Transferring music content. Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0011/h_zz/ Hint You can also transfer music files to the folders registered to [Folders to be imported] in “Music player”. Refer to [Supported formats] for details on compatible file formats.
  • Page 69 Playing music Structure of the folders to be imported to “Music player” Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” Supported formats 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 70 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Importing content from “Music player” to Music Center for PC Note Ensure that the software version of Music Center for PC is 2.5 or later. In earlier versions, Music Center for PC will not recognize the player.
  • Page 71 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72 You can also transfer music files to the folders registered to [Folders to be imported] in “Music 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 73 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Supported formats 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 74 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 75 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 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 Structure of the folders to be imported to “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 77 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 [WALKMAN Home] screen upwards. Tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 78 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 security when connecting to the internet Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player If you connect the player to a Wi-Fi network, you can purchase music content from online music services. You need to install an online music service app in advance.
  • Page 81 Library screen in “Music player” Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82 High-Resolution Audio content is indicated with an icon ( ) 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 Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 [YouTube Music] 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 Note You need to update both the Sony | Headphones Connect app and the system software of the player to the latest version. Requires a subscription to a music-streaming service – subscription fees apply. Some services may not be available in certain countries/regions.
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  • Page 86 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Notes on Wi-Fi connections Local regulations may restrict the use of Wi-Fi devices in some countries or regions. Wi-Fi devices work on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Various devices use these bands. Wi-Fi devices use technology to minimize radio interference from other devices on the same band.
  • Page 87 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 LAN terminal in the wall LAN cable Router Wireless LAN The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 90 On the play queue screen, tap (Context menu) to the right side of a track, tap [Remove from this list]. Adding a track to the play queue: On the library screen or the favorites screen, tap (Context menu) to the right side of an item, and then tap one of the following items.
  • Page 91 Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 93 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 (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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Managing playlists in “Music player” You can collect tracks and save them as a playlist in “Music player”. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Creating a playlist in “Music player”. Listening to a playlist in “Music player”.
  • Page 97 Editing a playlist in “Music player” On the library screen in “Music player”, tap [Playlists] to display the list of playlists. Playlist created in “Music player” Playlist transferred from the computer Tap a playlist created in “Music player” ( ) to display the track list. Perform one of the following.
  • 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 Library screen in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 100 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” Managing playlists in “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 101 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Managing Favorites in “Music player” You can add your favorite tracks/albums/playlists to Favorites. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Adding tracks/albums/playlists to Favorites. Listening to tracks/albums/playlists in Favorites. Removing tracks/albums/playlists from Favorites.
  • Page 102 (Options) - [Remove all]. 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 screen in “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 103 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” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 105 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 Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 107 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 Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 109 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 110 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 Windows: Music Center for PC: To install the application, access the customer support website. (https://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Sony Audio USB Driver (Windows): Access the customer support website to install Sony Audio USB Driver (Windows). Follow the onscreen instructions. Mac: Hi-Res Audio Player for Mac: Access the customer support website to install the application. Follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 112 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) USB-DAC screen in “Music player” Adjusting the sound Customer support website 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 USB-DAC screen in “Music player” You can use the player as a USB-DAC device. Use this function to listen to music content on a computer. To switch to the USB-DAC function On the library screen in the “Music player”, tap [USB DAC].
  • Page 114 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Enjoying music content on a computer using the sound quality of the player (USB-DAC function) 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Structure of the folders to be imported to “Music player” “Music player” creates a database by importing data from the following folders. The [Music] folder and the [Download] folder in the internal memory of the player The [Music] folder on the microSD card You can check the structure of the folders and files by connecting the player to your computer.
  • Page 116 Adding lyric information using a computer Notes on transferring content from a computer Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” You can register up to 10 folders in the internal memory of the player or on a microSD card to [Folders to be imported].
  • Page 118 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Structure of the folders to be imported to “Music player” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Adjusting the sound The player has various settings for adjusting the sound. You can save up to 10 customized sound adjustments as [Saved sound settings]. There are two options to adjust the sound. “Sound adjustment” app.
  • Page 120 You can load or check the [Saved sound settings] that you have saved. 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” 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 Down-converted playback at 48 kHz/16 bit Note The [High-Res streaming] function does not support all online music service apps. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 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 123 Stereo mini: Balanced standard: Reset settings Reset Sound adjustment settings About Music player The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 (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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 (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 126 Related Topic Restarting the player 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 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. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 128 Tap the menu items in the following order. [Settings] - [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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 130 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 131 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. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 132 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. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 133 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. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 134 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 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 135 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 136 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. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 137 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. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 138 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Specifications Display Size 12.7 cm (5.0-inch) Resolution HD (1280 × 720 Pixels) Panel type TFT color display with white LED-backlight Touch panel Supported Interface Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen1 compliant) Headphone Stereo mini jack, Balanced standard jack...
  • Page 139 NW-ZX707: 64 GB Actual available memory for other contents NW-ZX706: Approx. 18 GB NW-ZX707: Approx. 47 GB Note Available capacity may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. When you update the system software, reserve about 3.5 GB of free space in the internal shared storage.
  • Page 140 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX706/NW-ZX707 Battery life Music (when using “Music player”) Stereo mini jack MP3 (128 kbps) Approx. 25 hours AAC (256 kbps) Approx. 25 hours WAV (44.1 kHz/16 bit) Approx. 25 hours FLAC (44.1 kHz/16 bit) Approx. 25 hours FLAC (96 kHz/24 bit) Approx.
  • Page 141 The battery life may become about 40% shorter when the [High-Res streaming] function is active. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 142 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. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 143 This product recognizes audio sources exceeding CD quality (44.1 kHz/16 bit quantization) and DAT quality (48 kHz/16 bit quantization) as High-Resolution Audio. The “HR” symbol is displayed for High-Resolution Audio. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 144 Please check the supported OS from the support page. Additional software is required to operate on a Mac. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-592-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

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