Sony NW-ZX505 User Manual

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Battery life

Maximum recordable number of songs

Supported formats

System requirements

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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.

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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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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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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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.

Confirm the content of [End user license agreement], and then tap [Agree].

Follow the onscreen instructions.

The Home screen appears when the initial setup is complete.

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Turning the power on

Hint

The screen will turn off automatically if you do not operate the player for a certain period of time. To turn on the screen, press the

(power) button ( ).

Note

The player may not turn on if the battery level is low. Charge the player for about 30 minutes.

Related Topic

Configuring the initial setup

Charging the battery

Turning the power off

Hold down the

(power) button ( ) for 5 seconds until the player turns on.

When you turn on the player for the first time, a screen for the initial setup will appear. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup.

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Turning the power off

Related Topic

Turning the power on

Hold down the

(power) button ( ) for 2 seconds while the screen is turned on.

Tap [Power off].

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Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD)

You can lock the operating buttons on the player to prevent accidental button operations.

Hint

Slide the HOLD switch (

) downwards to release the HOLD function.

When you carry the player, press the

(power) button ( ) to turn off the screen. You can prevent unintentional operations on

the touch screen.

Related Topic

Parts and controls

Slide the HOLD switch ( ) upwards.

The HOLD function is enabled. The status icon (

) will appear in the status bar. You cannot operate the

following buttons.

Playback operating buttons +/– (volume) buttons

You can operate the following parts even while you have enabled the HOLD function.

(power) button ( )

Touch screen

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Charging the battery

Hint

For details on how long it takes to charge the battery fully, see [Specifications].

Note

If charging is insufficient, the computer may not recognize the player. In this case, the screen of the player will not turn on. Charge the player sufficiently. The computer will recognize the player after about 30 minutes of charging.

Related Topic

Reducing the battery consumption

Notes on charging the battery

Specifications

Connect the player to a running computer via USB.

The charge lamp will light up. When charging is complete, the charge lamp turns off.

Disconnect the player from the computer.

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Reducing the battery consumption

You can reduce the battery consumption by using the player in the following manner. The battery life depends on usage conditions. For details on the battery life, see [Battery life].

Turn off the power manually when you do not use the player.

Turn off apps when you are not using them.

Adjust the screen brightness.

Turn off all sound adjustments.

Turn off the Bluetooth function when you are not using it.

Turn off the NFC function when you are not using it.

Turn off the Wi-Fi function when you are not using it.

Related Topic

Charging the battery

Turning the power off

Sound adjustment screens for “Music player”

One-touch connections with a Bluetooth device (NFC)

Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network

Notes on the built-in battery

Displaying lyrics

Battery life

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Notes on charging the battery

Always use the supplied USB Type-C cable.

Firmly insert the USB Type-C cable all the way in. Charging will not start until you insert the USB Type-C cable completely.

The charging time depends on the battery usage conditions.

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.

When you connect the player to the computer for the first time When the player has not been used for a long period of time Charge the player for about 30 minutes. The player may start operating normally.

Charge the battery at an ambient temperature from 5 °C to 35 °C (41 ºF to 95 ºF). When the ambient temperature exceeds the recommended range,

appears on the status bar and then charging is forcibly terminated. Even when the environment is within the recommended temperature range, the internal temperature of the player may become too hot. In this case, you may be unable to fully charge the battery.

The battery can be recharged about 500 times from a completely depleted state. The exact number of times may vary depending on the usage conditions.

To prevent deterioration of the battery, charge the battery at least once every 6 months.

Charging is not guaranteed when you use a homebuilt or modified computer.

Charging from a USB hub is only guaranteed when you use a self-powered USB hub that carries an authorized logo.

When you connect the player to a computer for a long period of time, connect the computer to an AC power supply. Otherwise, the computer’s battery may run out.

While the player is connected to a computer, observe the following cautions. Otherwise, the player may not function properly.

Do not turn on the computer. Do not restart the computer. Do not wake the computer from sleep mode. Do not shut down the computer.

The player may become hot during usage conditions such as charging, or charging and using an app at the same time. This is not a malfunction.

The battery indicator does not correspond exactly to the remaining battery level. Refer to the battery indicator as a guide.

When you charge the player using a computer, do not remove the USB Type-C cable while data is transferring. If you disconnect the USB Type-C cable, data on the player may be lost.

Related Topic

Charging the battery

Reducing the battery consumption

Notes on the built-in battery

Battery life

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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.

Insert a microSD card.

Hook your fingernail in the notch (

) of the microSD card slot to release the lock.

Grasp the microSD card tray (

) and pull the tray straight out.

Set a microSD card inside the microSD card tray ( ) in the correct direction. The gold contact pins should face the screen side of the player. Make sure to insert the microSD card correctly. Otherwise, the microSD card will fall out when you hold the tray ( ) upside down. Insert the tray (

) straight into the card slot ( ).

Be sure to insert the tray firmly into the slot with no gaps.

Format the microSD card.

Swipe the Home screen upwards. Tap the menu items in the following order.

[Settings] － [Storage].

Tap the name of the microSD card. Tap the menu items in the following order.

(options) － [Storage settings] － [Format].

Follow the onscreen instructions to complete formatting.

To remove the microSD card

Before you remove a microSD card from the player, first unmount the microSD card from the player.

Note

When you handle the microSD card tray, ensure that the direction is correct. Also, make sure to move the tray straight and gently. Excessive force may cause damage or deformation.

On the player, you cannot exchange data between the player memory and a microSD card.

If the player does not recognize the microSD card, remove and reinsert the microSD card tray into the player.

Do not insert any object other than a microSD card tray into the microSD card slot.

If the inserted microSD card contains a large amount of data, it may take about 10 minutes or longer for “Music player” to build the database.

When you remove the microSD card, the following information will be deleted.

The content that is currently being played. The playback position. Tracks and the playback order on the play queue screen.

When you remove the microSD card, the following information will disappear.

Favorite information for tracks on the microSD card. Bookmark information for tracks on the microSD card.

Formatting a microSD card will delete all data stored on the microSD card. Save a backup of important data.

Swipe the Home screen upwards.1.

Tap the menu items in the following order.

[Settings] － [Storage].

Tap the eject icon to the right side of the microSD card name.3.

Hook your fingernail in the notch of the microSD card slot. Pull the microSD card tray straight out. Remove the microSD card.

Insert the tray straight into the card slot. Be sure to insert the tray firmly into the slot with no gaps.

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Related Topic

Notes on microSD cards

Formatting a microSD card

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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.

Formatting a microSD card will delete all data stored on the microSD card. Save a backup copy in advance.

Do not leave a microSD card within the reach of small children. Small children may accidentally swallow the microSD card.

Unmount the microSD card from the player before you remove a microSD card. Otherwise, the player may not function properly.

Sony does not guarantee the operation of all types of compatible microSD cards with the player.

Data may be corrupted in the following situations.

When a microSD card is removed during a read or write operation. When the player is turned off during a read or write operation. When a microSD card is used in a location where there is static electricity or electrical noise.

Sony assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage of stored data. Sony recommends that you save a backup copy of important data regularly.

Observe the following cautions when you handle microSD cards.

Do not apply strong force to a microSD card. Do not bend a microSD card. Do not drop a microSD card. Do not disassemble a microSD card. Do not modify a microSD card. Do not expose a microSD card to water. Do not leave a microSD card in the hot interior of a car. Do not leave a microSD card in direct sunlight. Do not leave a microSD card near a heater. Do not leave a microSD card in a humid place. Do not leave a microSD card in a location where corrosive substances are present. Do not attach labels.

Observe the following cautions regarding the microSD card tray and the microSD card slot.

Insert the microSD card tray straight in the correct direction. Do not insert any object other than the microSD card tray into the microSD card slot.

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Related Topic

Using a microSD card

Formatting a microSD card

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Parts and controls

Charge lamp The lamp lights up while the player is charging.

Built-in antenna The Wi-Fi antenna and Bluetooth antenna are built in. Do not cover the antennas while you use them.

Strap hole Attach a strap (not supplied).

Touch screen Tap icons or items on the screen to operate the player.

(power) button

Press the button to turn the screen on or off. Hold down the button for 5 seconds to turn on the player. Hold down the button for 2 seconds to turn off or restart the player. If operations become unstable, hold down the button for 10 seconds to force the player to restart.

+(*1)/－ (volume) buttons Press the buttons to adjust the volume.

Playback operating buttons

(play/pause) (*1): Press the button to start or pause playback.

(previous track)/ (next track): Press the buttons to jump to the beginning of the current track, previous track, or next track. Hold down the buttons to fast-rewind or to fast-forward playback.

HOLD (hold) switch Slide the switch to lock the playback operating buttons and +/－ (volume) buttons on the player. You can avoid operating the buttons accidentally. Locked (inoperable)

Released (operable)

Headphone jack (Balanced Standard) (*2)

Connect headphones with a balanced standard plug. Push in the headphone plug until it clicks into place. Connect the headphones properly. Otherwise, the output sound will be impaired. Connect passive headphones (*3) to the headphone jack (Balanced Standard) only. If you use an audio cable to connect the headphone jack (Balanced Standard) to the line-in jack of an audio device, it may damage the device.

USB Type-C port Connect the USB Type-C cable (supplied).

10.

microSD card tray Hook your fingernail in the notch and pull the tray straight out. Set a microSD card (not supplied) inside the tray.

11.

Headphone jack (Stereo Mini) (*2) Connect headphones with a stereo mini plug. Push in the headphone plug until it clicks into place. Connect the headphones properly. Otherwise, the output sound will be impaired.

12.

N-Mark (back side) Touch the N-Mark on a Bluetooth device to this mark. The Bluetooth device (such as headphones or a speaker) must support the NFC function. You can connect the Bluetooth device to the player.

13.

Built-in microphone You can use the built-in microphone to input sound. Do not cover the microphone while you use it.

14.

There are tactile dots on the

(play/pause) button and the volume + button. The tactile dots can help you operate the buttons without looking

at them.

When headphones are connected to both headphone jacks (Stereo Mini and Balanced Standard), output from one headphone jack (Balanced Standard) will be prioritized.

Passive headphones: Headphones without a Noise canceling function or Bluetooth function.

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Home screen

Widgets, shortcuts, folders, and more are displayed on the Home screen.

Preinstalled apps

Apps such as the following are preinstalled on the player.

[Music player] Use the app to play music content stored on the player. Prepare music content in the following ways.

Transferring music content from your computer to the player. Purchasing music content from online music services.

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. Enter text to search on Google.

Shortcuts to apps Tap a shortcut to launch an app.

Dock You can add up to 5 shortcuts for apps.

Navigation bar The navigation bar contains the following 3 buttons. Tap to operate them.

(back)

Tap the button to return to the previous screen.

(home)

Tap the button to display the Home screen.

(overview)

Tap the button to display recently used apps.

[Sound adjustment] Use the app to adjust the sound. You can directly adjust the sound for the player. This is useful when you play content using apps other than “Music player”.

[Play Store]

Use the app to purchase and/or download various apps from Google Play Store.

[Chrome] Use the app to launch Google Chrome and view websites.

Note

Please note that Sony does not accept responsibility for any problems due to apps or services from other companies. Check the terms of service from each provider before use.

Related Topic

List of icons displayed in the status bar

Installing apps to enjoy online music services

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Displaying the All Apps screen

The All Apps screen shows all apps installed on the player. Find the desired app and launch it.

Hint

You can search for the desired app. Enter the name of the app in the input field at the top of the All Apps screen.

Swipe the Home screen upwards.

The All Apps screen will appear. Scroll up or down on the screen to find the desired app. Tap the app icon to launch the app.

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Displaying Quick Settings panel

The Quick Settings panel allows you to quickly access various functions. You can turn the functions on or off, or adjust the settings.

Related Topic

Home screen

On the Home screen, swipe down on the status bar twice. Alternatively, swipe down on the status bar with 2 fingers.

The Quick Settings panel will appear. The following are some of the functions on the Quick Settings panel at the time of purchase.

Wi-Fi function Bluetooth function Volume

Tap the desired icon to switch the function on or off.

When you tap the volume icon, the volume dialog appears. Depending on the function, the setting screen opens when you hold down the icon.

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Music player

“Music player” is a music app preinstalled on the player. Connect the player to a Wi-Fi network and purchase music content from online music services. Enjoy listening to the purchased content as well as music content transferred from your computer to the player. You can also adjust the sound to suit your preferences.

To launch “Music player”

On the Home screen, tap

[Music player].

Related Topic

How to use the various screens of “Music player”

Basic operating buttons on the “Music player” screens

Library screen in “Music player”

Playback screen in “Music player”

Play queue screen in “Music player”

Favorites/Bookmarks screen in “Music player”

Sound adjustment screens for “Music player”

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