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Help Guide
Digital Media Player
NW-A306
Model: YY1301B1
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-A306 Model: YY1301B1 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 6 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. Double-click the [Important_Information] file.
  • 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 We recommend selecting the [WALKMAN Home] screen as the main home screen. The [WALKMAN Home] screen appears when the initial setup is complete. Instructional video There is an instructional video for the following operations. Initial setup Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0009/h_zz/...
  • 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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. Removing a microSD card from 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 23 NW-A306 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. Headphone jack (Stereo Mini) Push in the headphone plug until it clicks into place.
  • Page 26 (play/pause) button and the + (volume) button. The tactile dots can help you operate the buttons without looking at them. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 27 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 [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. Status bar The status of the player and notifications appear as icons.
  • 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-A306 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. Google search widget Tap the input field to show the keyboard.
  • 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. 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 34 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. The music content transferred from a computer to the player.
  • 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. Equalizer DSEE Ultimate™ DC Phase Linearizer Dynamic Normalizer Vinyl Processor ClearAudio+ 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. (Options) －...
  • 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) 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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.
  • Page 41 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 42 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. To display the playback screen On the [WALKMAN Home] screen, tap [Music player].
  • 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. Playback unit Current track Playback order...
  • 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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. Category tabs Content lists are divided by category (track/album/playlist).
  • 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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. To display the sound adjustment screens Swipe the playback screen in “Music player”...
  • Page 52 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 Wi-Fi network connected Airplane mode Battery status...
  • Page 54 [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen 5-042-672-11(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-A306 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 When sound is output through a USB device that is connected to the player. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Volume operation in compliance with Directives 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 Click [Import] to start importing music content. To cancel importing, click [Stop]. For details on the procedure, see [How to use] on the Music Center for PC support website. (https://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Hint You can also use iTunes instead of Music Center for PC to import audio CDs.
  • Page 60 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 61 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 65 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 67 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 68 Playing music Structure of the folders to be imported to “Music player” Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” Supported formats 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 Right-click the music content to select [Import to PC]. For details on the procedure, see [How to use] on the Music Center for PC support website. (https://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Note Do not disconnect the USB Type-C cable during data transfer (USB Type-C cable: supplied). Otherwise, the data may be...
  • Page 70 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 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 72 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 74 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 75 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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 There is an instructional video for the following operations. Setting up a Wi-Fi connection. Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0010/h_zz/ To turn the Wi-Fi function on or off Swipe the [WALKMAN Home] screen upwards. Tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 77 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. Check the service guide for the provider you use.
  • Page 80 Library screen in “Music player” Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82 [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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 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.
  • Page 84 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 86 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. On a Windows computer Use Music Center for PC to transfer content to the player.
  • Page 89 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 90 Registering or unregistering folders to be imported to “Music player” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 92 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 (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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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”. Editing a playlist in “Music player”.
  • Page 96 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 97 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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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”. Listening to playlists on “Music player”.
  • Page 99 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Library screen in “Music player” Managing playlists in “Music player” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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. Adding tracks/albums/playlists to Favorites Perform one of the following.
  • Page 101 (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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102 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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 103 Pairing a Bluetooth device for the first time. Connecting to a paired Bluetooth device. Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0012/h_zz/ To disconnect from a paired Bluetooth device Swipe the [WALKMAN Home] screen upwards. Tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 104 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 105 Pairing a Bluetooth device for the first time. Connecting to a paired Bluetooth device. Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0012/h_zz/ To turn the Bluetooth function on or off Swipe the [WALKMAN Home] screen upwards. Then, tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 106 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • 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 Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 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 109 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 110 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 111 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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]. Library top button Tap to turn off the USB-DAC function.
  • Page 113 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) 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 114 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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 115 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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 116 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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]. The music files stored in [Folders to be imported] will be imported into the database of “Music player”, and you can play or manage the files in the same way as the music files stored in the default folders.
  • Page 117 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” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 118 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 Adjusting the sound The player has various settings for adjusting the sound. There are two options to adjust the sound. “Sound adjustment” app. The sound adjustment screens in “Music player”. The following are instructions for using “Sound adjustment” app. On the [WALKMAN Home] screen, tap [Sound adjustment].
  • Page 119 Sound adjustments are disabled when sound is output from a USB audio device that is connected to the USB Type-C port. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 120 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 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]. Playback Shuffle Repeat...
  • Page 122 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 123 (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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 (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 125 Related Topic Restarting the player 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 126 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 128 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 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 130 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 131 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 132 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 133 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 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 134 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 135 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 136 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 137 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 Specifications Display Size 9.1 cm (3.6-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 External memory microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC Wireless LAN Standard...
  • Page 138 When you update the system software, reserve about 3.5 GB of free space in the internal shared storage. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 139 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 Battery life Music (when using “Music player”) MP3 (128 kbps) Approx. 36 hours AAC (256 kbps) Approx. 36 hours WAV (44.1 kHz/16 bit) Approx. 36 hours FLAC (44.1 kHz/16 bit) Approx. 36 hours FLAC (96 kHz/24 bit) Approx.
  • Page 140 The battery life may become about 30% 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 141 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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 142 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-A306 Supported formats Music MP3 (.mp3) 32 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) / 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz WMA (.wma) 32 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) / 44.1 kHz (STEREO) 32 kbps - 48 kbps / 44.1 kHz (MONO) FLAC (.flac) 16 bit, 24 bit / 8 kHz - 384 kHz...
  • Page 143 5-042-672-11(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. 5-042-672-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

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