Sony WALKMAN NW-ZX505 Reference guide

Help Guide
Digital Media Player
NW-ZX505/ZX507
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.
This [Help Guide] offers information for the latest version of the player's system software.
Update the system software to the latest version to enjoy the latest features.
Features added to Ver. 1.20
[Auto power off] has been added to the menu to conserve battery power.
Features added to Ver. 2.00
A setting for the [High-Res streaming] function has been added.
Creation, deletion, and renaming of Bookmarks in “Music player” have been enabled.
A keyword search function has been added to the library screen in “Music player”.
Features added to Ver. 3.00
Sound adjustments are now enabled when there is an active Bluetooth connection as well.
A [Search related] function has been added to the playback screen in “Music player”.
DSEE Ultimate™ has been enabled for “Music player”.
Features added to Ver. 4.00
360 Reality Audio has been enabled. (360 Reality Audio may not be available in all countries and regions.)
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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
Turning the power off
Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD)
Charging the battery
Reducing the battery consumption
Notes on charging the battery
microSD Cards
Using a microSD card
Notes on microSD cards
Basic Operations
Parts and controls
Home screen operations
Home screen
Displaying the All Apps screen
Displaying Quick Settings panel
Screen operations
Music player
How to use the various screens of “Music player”
Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens
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Library screen in “Music player”
Playback screen in “Music player”
Play queue screen in “Music player”
Favorites/Bookmarks screen in “Music player”
Sound adjustment screens for “Music player”
Browsing the operating guide for “Music player”
List of icons displayed in the status bar
Viewing a guide to enjoy high quality sound
Setting the screen lock
Adjusting the volume
Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives
Transferring Music
Preparing music content
Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using a computer
Using a Windows computer
Installing Music Center for PC (Windows)
Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC
Transferring content using Windows Explorer
Importing content from “Music player” to Music Center for PC
Transferring content using Mac computer
Adding lyric information using a computer
Notes on transferring content from a computer
Enjoying music services via Wi-Fi connection
Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network
Google Account
Setting up a Google Account
Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player
Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using the player
Installing apps to enjoy online music services
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Enjoying the 360 Reality Audio service
Notes on Wi-Fi connections
Playing, Organizing, or Deleting Music
Playing music
Playback methods
Displaying lyrics
Obtaining lyric information
Displaying lyrics
Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player”
Managing Favorites in “Music player”
Managing Bookmarks 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
One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC)
Configuring the Bluetooth function
Notes on the Bluetooth function
Various Functions
Adjusting the sound
Using the High-Res streaming function
Settings menu in “Music player”
Restarting, formatting, or initializing the player
Restarting the player
Formatting the player
Formatting a microSD card
Various information and system updates
Checking information on the player
Updating the system software
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Announcement
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
Specifications
Specifications
Battery life
Maximum recordable number of songs
Supported formats
System requirements
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Help Guide
Digital Media Player
NW-ZX505/ZX507
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. Then, select a language.
For some languages not listed, equivalent content is provided in print.
Before you start using the player, read the topics under [Related Topic].
Google, Android and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
In this manual, TM and ® marks are not specified.
Before you start using the player, check the following information.
Model names
Several model names appear in this [Help Guide]. Some models are not available depending on the country or region
where you purchased the player.
Computer system requirements
When you connect the player to a computer, check the computer system requirements.
Battery charging
The battery might be low when you use the player for the first time. Charge the battery before use.
microSD cards
The following memory cards are referred to as [microSD cards] in this [Help Guide].
microSD cards
microSDHC cards
microSDXC cards
Images and illustrations
The screen images and illustrations shown in this [Help Guide] are for reference only. They may differ from the actual
product or onscreen display.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
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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
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Help Guide
Digital Media Player
NW-ZX505/ZX507
Manuals and general information
Sony provides the following manuals and information regarding the player.
The provided manuals explain the following operations and functions.
Instruction Manual (printed)
Notes on using the player
Compliance information
How to access [Important Information]
Startup Guide (printed)
Basic steps to start listening to music after you purchase the player.
Help Guide (web manual)
This [Help Guide] provides the standard operating procedures only. You can view the [Help Guide] via the internet. Use a
computer, a smartphone, or the player connected to a Wi-Fi network.
How to transfer content to the player.
How to use various functions.
Notes on using the player.
The Help Guide refers to the product as “player.”
Important Information
Information on copyrights, laws, and regulations
See [Before first use] for details on viewing the information.
Customer support website (online)
See [Customer support website] in this [Help Guide].
The latest information on the player
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
Related Topic
Before first use
Customer support website
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The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
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Help Guide
Digital Media Player
NW-ZX505/ZX507
Checking the contents of the package
WALKMAN® (1)
USB Type-C™ cable (USB-A to USB-C) (1)
Startup Guide
Instruction Manual
Note
Headphones and a microSD card are not supplied with the Walkman.
Models to sell vary by country or region.
Related Topic
Customer support website
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The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
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Help Guide
Digital Media Player
NW-ZX505/ZX507
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
Instructional video
There is an instructional video for the following operations.
Initial setup
Visit the following link.
https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0001/h_zz/
Related Topic
Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network
Setting up a Google Account
Charging the battery
Hold down the (power) button ( ) for 5 seconds until the player turns on.
The player may not turn on if the battery level is low. Charge the player for about 30 minutes.
If necessary, select a language and go to the next step.
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Confirm the content of [End user license agreement], and then tap [Agree].
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Follow the onscreen instructions.
The Home screen appears when the initial setup is complete.
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