Sony NWZ-Z1040BLK Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide

How to Install the Supplied Software How to Use Your “WALKMAN”

How to Install the Supplied Software

(Including Help guide)

1 Connect your “WALKMAN” to a running computer

using the supplied USB cable. Plug in the USB cable with facing upward, making sure the connection is secure.

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If [USB connected] appears on the screen, tap [Turn on USB storage] to connect.

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If the following screen does not appear, swipe the status bar on the top of the screen and tap [USB connected] on the notification panel.

Status bar

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You can access your “WALKMAN” from the computer.

2 Select your “WALKMAN” from the computer.

Click [Start] - [Computer] or [My Computer] - [WALKMAN].

3 Double-click [Setup.exe].

The install wizard appears.

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When you execute [Setup.exe], the [Setup.exe] file stored in the

[WALKMAN] folder of your “WALKMAN” is copied to your computer for backup, and the WALKMAN Guide and Media Go are installed to your computer.

4 Follow the on-screen instructions.

After the install wizard finishes, the (WALKMAN Guide) icon appears on the desktop of your computer. You can view the Help guide by double-clicking the (WALKMAN Guide) icon and clicking on the Help guide.

5 Start Media Go.

You can transfer content stored on your computer to your “WALKMAN.” For details on transferring music, etc., refer to the Help guide.

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You can start the WALKMAN Guide and Media Go from the [Start] menu (displayed by

clicking [Start]).

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You can install the supplied software on another computer through the following

procedure even if you delete the [Setup.exe] file by formatting the built-in flash memory of your “WALKMAN.” Copy the [Setup.exe] file and the [Install] folder from the [Backup] folder of your computer to your “WALKMAN.” Then, connect your “WALKMAN” to another computer on which you want to install the software and follow the above procedure from step 2. The [Backup] folder can be found at C:\Program Files\Sony\WALKMAN Guide\NWZ-Z1000\Backup

([Program Files(x86)] may be displayed depending on the computer OS.)

Contents

Please check the items in the package.

 “WALKMAN” (1)  Headphones (1)  Earbuds (Size S, L) (1)  USB cable (1)  Quick Start Guide (this manual)  Software  The software is stored in the built-in flash memory of the player, and includes

the following items. For details on how to install, see “How to Install the Supplied Software (Including Help guide).”

 Media Go  WALKMAN Guide

Help guide, etc.

About Windows Operating System

Make sure that the OS is Windows XP (Service Pack 3 or later), Windows Vista* (Service Pack 2 or later) or Windows 7* (Service Pack 1 or later).

* [Compatibility mode] for Windows XP is not supported.

What You Can Do with Your “WALKMAN”

To enjoy music/videos/photos

You can transfer music from CDs and transfer videos and photos to your “WALKMAN” using a computer.

To enjoy FM radio

You can listen to FM radio using the supplied headphones.

To use your “WALKMAN” connecting to other devices

You can play back content stored on your “WALKMAN” using another DLNA certified device by connecting your “WALKMAN” to your home network. You can play back video/photo/music files stored on your “WALKMAN” on a TV by connecting with an HDMI cable.

To enjoy Internet

Wi-Fi

You can browse the Internet and download applications by connecting to a Wi-Fi network.

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For details about this function or usage, refer to the Help guide (HTML document).

NWZ-Z1040/Z1050/Z1060

About the manuals

In addition to this Quick Start Guide, this model is accompanied by a Help guide (HTML document) that gives detailed operating instructions. To view on your “WALKMAN” screen: See “How to Use the Help guide on Your “WALKMAN”.” To view on a computer screen: See “How to Install the Supplied Software (Including Help guide).”

By using the software on this product, you will be deemed to have accepted the terms of the End User License Agreement stored on this product at “ (Menu) button - [ Settings] - [ About device] - [Legal information] - [Sony EULA].”

Parts and Controls

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(Menu) button

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(Home) button

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(Back) button

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Headphone jack

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WM-PORT jack

Connect the USB cable (supplied), or other accessories that support WM-PORT (not supplied).

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Built-in microphone

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Strap hole

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Built-in antenna

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS antennas are built-in.

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Screen (touch screen)

Touch (tap) icons, items, control buttons, etc., on the screen to operate your “WALKMAN.”

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VOL (Volume) +/– button

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(Double-u Dot) button

This is used to directly display the W.control.

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HDMI jack

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Speaker

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RESET button

Press the RESET button with a small pin, etc., to reset your “WALKMAN.”

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 (Power) button

Hold down: Turns the power on/off. Press: Turns the screen on/off.

Initial Settings

1 Use the supplied USB cable to connect your

“WALKMAN” to a running computer and charge your “WALKMAN.”

2 Hold down the  (Power) button on your

“WALKMAN” to turn on the power.

3 Tap .

4 Select the desired language. 5 Tap the Android logo to begin using your

“WALKMAN.”

6 Set the Wi-Fi connection, Google account and

date/time, etc., following the instructions shown on the screen.

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Wi-Fi connection and Google account can also be set afterwards.

Troubleshooting

If your “WALKMAN” does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue.

1 Find the symptoms of the issue in “Troubleshooting” in the

Help guide (HTML document), and try any corrective actions listed.

For details on connecting to a computer, see the following table.

2 Connect your “WALKMAN” to your computer to charge the

battery.

You may be able to resolve some issues by charging the battery.

3 Press the RESET button with a small pin,

etc.

Before resetting your “WALKMAN,” check that no song, video, etc., is being played back. You can then reset your “WALKMAN” safely.

4 Check information on the issue in the help guide of

software you are using.

5 Look up information on the issue on one of the customer

support websites.

For customer support websites, see “For the latest information.”

6 If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue,

consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Symptom Cause/Remedy

Your “WALKMAN” is not recognized as USB storage.

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The USB connection is turned off.

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Swipe the status bar, then tap [USB connected] on

the notification panel followed by [Turn on USB storage] then [OK].

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USB debugging is enabled.

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Some devices or software may not recognize your

“WALKMAN” when USB debugging is enabled. Tap the (Menu) button, then tap [ Settings] [ Applications] - [Development] [USB debugging] and uncheck the box.

The computer does not recognize your “WALKMAN” even if connected by USB cable.

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The USB cable is not connected to a USB connector

on your computer properly.

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Disconnect the USB cable, and then reconnect it.

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Use the supplied USB cable.

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USB debugging is enabled.

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Some devices or software may not recognize your

“WALKMAN” when USB debugging is enabled. Tap the (Menu) button, then tap [ Settings] [ Applications] - [Development] [USB debugging] and uncheck the box.

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A USB hub is being used.

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Your “WALKMAN” may not be recognized by the

computer if using a USB hub. Connect your “WALKMAN” directly to the computer’s USB port.

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The USB connector on your computer may have a

problem.

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Connect your “WALKMAN” to another USB

connector on your computer.

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When you use your “WALKMAN” for the first time,

or when the battery is low, the battery mark may display and you may not be able to use your “WALKMAN.” This is not a malfunction. Wait for about 10 minutes before attempting operations.

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Software authentication may take some time. Wait for

a while.

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Software installation failed.

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Reinstall the software using the installer. Imported

data will remain unchanged.

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If the problem still persists after performing the

remedies above, press the RESET button to reset your “WALKMAN.”

Your “WALKMAN” becomes unstable while it is connected to the computer.

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A USB hub or USB extension cable is being used.

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Your “WALKMAN” may be unstable if using a USB

hub or USB extension cable. Connect your “WALKMAN” directly to the computer’s USB port.

Your “WALKMAN” gets warm.

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Your “WALKMAN” may become warm when the

battery is being charged and just after charging. Your “WALKMAN” also may get warm temporarily when a large amount of data is transferred. Set your “WALKMAN” aside for a while to allow it to cool down.

To initialize (format) your “WALKMAN”

You can format the built-in flash memory of your “WALKMAN.” If the memory is formatted, your data will be erased and all setting values will return to their defaults.

Note

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If you execute this function, Google account information and downloaded

applications will be erased.

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If you tap and check [Erase USB storage] in step 2, the transferred music/

videos/photos and Help guide (HTML document) will be erased. You should transfer any necessary files to the hard disk or other device before formatting.

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Do not format the built-in flash memory using Windows Explorer. If you

want to format the built-in flash memory, format it on your “WALKMAN.”

1 Tap the (Home) button to display the Home screen. 2 Tap the (Menu) button, and tap [ Settings] -

[ Privacy] - [Factory data reset] - [Reset device].

Tap and check [Erase USB storage] to delete transferred music, photos and Help guide (HTML document).

3 Tap [Erase everything].

Your “WALKMAN” restarts automatically after being initialized.

Precautions

About the headphones

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Avoid playing the unit at so loud a volume that extended play might affect your hearing.

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At a high volume outside sounds may become inaudible. Avoid listening to the

unit in situations where hearing must not be impaired, for example, while driving or cycling.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the player. Record them in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers in the spaces whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ________________________ Serial No. ________________________

At high volume, prolonged listening to the personal audio player can damage the user’s hearing.

Pour les utilisateurs en France

En cas de remplacement du casque/écouteurs, référez-vous au modèle decasques/ écouteurs adaptés à votre appareil et indiqué ci-dessous. MDR-EX0300

License and Trademark Notice

Refer to the Help guide (HTML document).

Norway

Use of this radio equipment is not allowed in the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Alesund, Svalbard.

For the latest information

If you have any questions or issues with this product, or would like information on compatible items with this product, visit the following websites. For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada: http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com/DNA For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models: http://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/

Turning On/Off Your “WALKMAN”

Hold down.

Turning On/Off the Screen

The screen will turn off if no operations are made for a certain amount of time.

1 Press the  (Power)

button.

The unlock screen will display.

Press.

2 Drag from left to

right.

Your “WALKMAN” is then unlocked, and the Home screen displays. Press the button again to turn off the screen.

How to Use the Touch Screen

The “WALKMAN” screen is touch-sensitive. You can operate your “WALKMAN” by gestures such as tapping, pressing, and flicking the screen. Refer to the Help guide (HTML document) for details.

Tap Press and Hold

Flick Drag

Pinch in/pinch out

Home Screen

The Home screen is displayed by tapping the (Home) button.

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Apps

Starts the applications screen.

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Video player shortcut

Starts Video player.

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Music player shortcut

Starts Music player.

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Original apps

Displays applications recommended by Sony.

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Favorites

Starts Favorites.

How to Use the Help guide on Your “WALKMAN”

Start the Help guide installed on your “WALKMAN.” The Help guide for viewing on your “WALKMAN” screen is provided only in some languages.

1 Tap [ Apps] - [ Browser]. 2 Tap the (Menu) button. 3 Tap [Bookmarks] - [Help guide]. 4 Select the desired language.

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You can bookmark the Help guide in the desired language by tapping [More] - [Add

bookmark] - [OK] after step 4.

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You can also read the Help guide on your computer by installing the supplied

WALKMAN Guide software on your computer.

Note

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If your “WALKMAN” is connected to a computer and USB storage is active, you

cannot use the Help guide (HTML document). Swipe the status bar, then tap [Turn off USB storage] on the notification panel.

RESET button