Help Guide HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 2
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 About the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Basic operations Supported environment Supported applications Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 3
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Preparations and Connections Preparations Connections Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 4
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network Wired LAN Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 5
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playing music files Playing music Internet radio Playback screens Sound quality settings Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 6
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Configuring settings (Settings menus) Network Settings HDD Settings Audio Settings System Settings Network Update Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 7
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Parts and controls Main unit Remote control Screen Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 8
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Announcements Specifications Notes Backups Trademarks Inquiries Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 9
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Actions and screen notifications Actions Screen notifications Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 10
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Dealing with problems General Sound/playback Connections Hard disk drive If the problem is not solved Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 11
Help Guide List of Topics HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 How to Use About the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Basic operations How to make and enter selections How to input characters Supported environment System requirements for computers connected to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Required network environment Supported applications HAP Music Transfer HDD Audio Remote Preparations and Connections Preparations What you need to do before starting
Connecting an external hard disk drive Connecting headphones Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network Wired LAN Required network environment Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network automatically Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network manually Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) Required network environment Selecting a Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) connection method Method 1. Setting up a network connection using the WPS push button configuration method Method 2.
Network Settings Connecting to a network (Internet Settings) Viewing the network status (View Network Status) HDD Settings Viewing the hard disk drive status (View HDD Status) Formatting a hard disk drive (Format HDD) Rescanning a hard disk drive (Rescan HDD) Audio Settings Using the DSEE function Using the Tone Control Bypass function (Tone Control Bypass) Using the Tone Control function (Tone Control) Using the Gapless Playback function (Gapless Playback) Using the Volume Normalization function (Volume
Design and specifications Software updates for the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Notes Precautions on heat buildup Precautions on short circuit of the speakers Notes on the internal hard disk drive Precautions for use Backups Backing up data Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Windows) Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Mac) Returning backup music files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER (for Windows) Returning backup music files from your comp
Help Guide List of Topics HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Troubleshooting Actions and screen notifications Actions Standby modes Forced shutdown of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Screen notifications Messages for protecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER When a notification about a new version of the software appears on the display When registering music files to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Dealing with problems General The power is automatically turned off. The power is automatically turned on. The remote control does not work.
Some music files are not transferred. An external hard disk drive that has been used with the HDD AUDIO PLAYER cannot be used with your computer. You want to delete music files but do not know how.
Help Guide HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Notes on use Before use To make full use of this content, please read the following notes thoroughly. Please note that they are subject to change without prior notice. June 2013 Recommended system environment The following system environments are recommended for displaying this content. You may not be able to view the content on other system environments.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Introduces the features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Basic operations How to make and enter selections Explains the basic operations of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. How to input characters Explains how to operate the character input screen.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Supported environment System requirements for computers connected to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Explains the system environment required for computers to use HAP Music Transfer, an application that transfers audio files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Required network environment Explains the network environment required to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network and provides related notes.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Supported applications HAP Music Transfer HAP Music Transfer is a computer application that transfers music files stored on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Install this application on the computer to which you want to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. This topic provides information on the download site.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Preparations What you need to do before starting to use the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Explains what you need to do to listen to music after you purchase the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Prep 1. Connecting speakers Explains how to connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Prep 2.
Preparing the remote control Explains how to insert the R03 (size-AAA) batteries. Standby modes Explains the two types of standby mode: normal standby mode and Network Standby mode.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connections Connecting to a computer Explains how to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the same network as your computer through a wired LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Connecting speakers Explains how to connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Connecting an amplifier Explains how to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to an amplifier using an audio cord (not supplied).
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Wired LAN Required network environment Explains the network environment required to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network and provides related notes. Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network automatically Explains how to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a wired network by obtaining an IP address automatically.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) Required network environment Explains the network environment required to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network and provides related notes. Selecting a Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) connection method Explains how to select a Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) connection method. You can select the most suitable network connection method for your network environment from 4 network connection methods. Method 1.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playing music Playable audio file formats Explains the audio file formats that can be played on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Transferring music files from a computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Explains how to transfer music files stored in a computer to the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using the HAP Music Transfer application.
Playback Options menu. Listening to the sound from externally connected devices Explains how to listen to the sound played on an external device that is connected to the input jack of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Deleting music files from the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Explains how to delete music files from the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Internet radio Listening to the vTuner Internet radio programs Explains how to listen to the vTuner Internet radio programs.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playback screens Playback screen Describes the items displayed on the playback screen. Playback Options screen Describes the items displayed on the Playback Options screen. Play Queue screen Describes the items displayed on the Play Queue screen.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Sound quality settings Using the DSEE function Explains how to set the DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) function. This function offers natural and expansive sound by restoring both high-frequency signals and fine fade-out sound that is likely to be lost by compression in compressed audio sources, or restoring fine fade-out sound that is likely to be lost by quantization in PCM audio sources with lossless compression.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Network Settings Connecting to a network (Internet Settings) Explains how to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the network you are using through a wired LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Viewing the network status (View Network Status) Explains how to view the current network status of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 HDD Settings Viewing the hard disk drive status (View HDD Status) Explains how to confirm the total capacity, used space and free space of the internal and external hard disk drives. Formatting a hard disk drive (Format HDD) Explains how to format an external hard disk drive.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Audio Settings Using the DSEE function Explains how to set the DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) function. This function offers natural and expansive sound by restoring both high-frequency signals and fine fade-out sound that is likely to be lost by compression in compressed audio sources, or restoring fine fade-out sound that is likely to be lost by quantization in PCM audio sources with lossless compression.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 System Settings Selecting the language to be displayed on the screen (Language) Explains how to configure the language to be displayed on the screen. Controlling the brightness (Brightness) Explains how to change the brightness of the screen. You can adjust the brightness of the screen to suit the brightness of your surroundings by selecting from five levels.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Network Update Updating the software (Network Update) Explains how to update the software of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Main unit Names and descriptions of parts of the front panel Provides names and descriptions of each part on the front panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Names and descriptions of parts of the rear panel Provides names and descriptions of each part on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Remote control Names and descriptions of parts of the remote control Provides names and descriptions of each part on the remote control supplied with the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Screen Home screen Describes the items displayed on the Home screen. Playback screen Describes the items displayed on the playback screen. Playback Options screen Describes the items displayed on the Playback Options screen. Play Queue screen Describes the items displayed on the Play Queue screen.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Specifications Playable audio file formats Explains the audio file formats that can be played on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Design and specifications Provides specifications of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Software updates for the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Explains what to do when a software update notification appears on the screen. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER functions can be updated.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Notes Precautions on heat buildup Provides information on rises in the temperature of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Precautions on short circuit of the speakers Provides the solution if a short circuit of the speakers occurs. Notes on the internal hard disk drive Provides the notes on the internal hard disk drive. Precautions for use Provides precautions for general use.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Backups Backing up data Provides information on having a backup. Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Windows) Explains how to back up music files stored in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer. Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Mac) Explains how to back up music files stored in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Trademarks Trademarks Provides a list of trademarks/registered trademarks.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Inquiries Customer support websites Provides the URLs of our customer support websites.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Actions Standby modes Explains the two types of standby mode: normal standby mode and Network Standby mode. Forced shutdown of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER In unusual situations, such as if the HDD AUDIO PLAYER does not respond to operations, you can forcibly turn the power off.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Screen notifications Messages for protecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER When a notification about a new version of the software appears on the display When registering music files to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 49
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 General The power is automatically turned off. The power is automatically turned on. The remote control does not work. Cannot transfer music files via HAP Music Transfer. Cannot operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER through HDD Audio Remote. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER responds slowly to operations.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Sound/playback No sound is output or sound is interrupted. There is severe humming or noise. Cannot play tracks. Some tracks are not displayed. Playback stopped.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connections Your computer cannot connect to the network after you press the WPS button. You cannot connect to the network or the network connection is unstable. The wireless router you want to connect to is not shown in the wireless network list. It takes a long time to transfer and register music files to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. You want to turn off the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) function but do not know how.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Hard disk drive The external hard disk drive is not recognized. Some music files are not transferred. An external hard disk drive that has been used with the HDD AUDIO PLAYER cannot be used with your computer. You want to delete music files but do not know how.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 If the problem is not solved Resetting to the factory default Customer support websites Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 54
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Thank you for purchasing this HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM is a music player that allows you to transfer and store High-Resolution Audio files, such as DSD, and various other formats of audio files, such as MP3 and FLAC, from your computer and enjoy playback of high quality audio sources.
Easy operation with your smartphone or tablet The HDD Audio Remote application is available to for even easier operation of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM. You can install the application on your smartphone or tablet.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 How to make and enter selections The basic operations of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER are as follows: 1. Turn the jog dial left or right to select an item. 2. Push the jog dial in to enter the selection. Hint To display the Home screen, press the HOME button. To go back to the previous screen, press the BACK button.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 How to input characters When the character input screen appears during operations, enter characters as follows: A: Character input area B: Keyboard area C: OK 1. Turn the jog dial left or right to select a character in the keyboard area, and then push the jog dial in to enter the selection. 2. Repeat the operations in step 1 to enter a text string. 3.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 System requirements for computers connected to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP Music Transfer, an application that copies audio files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, can be used in the following system environment: OS Windows 8 Windows 8 Pro Windows 7 Starter Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Home Basic Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Home Premium Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Required network environment You can transfer audio files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER by connecting both to the same network, either by a wired or wireless connection. Confirm the supported environment described below. Note You need to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network that can access the Internet if you want to listen to Internet radio programs.
communication failure. The data transfer rate and communication range may vary depending on the following conditions: Distance between devices Presence of obstacles between devices Device configuration Signal conditions Surrounding environment (wall material, etc.) Software in use Communications may be cut off depending on signal conditions. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER does not support 5 GHz band Wi-Fi. The data transfer rate for IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11n (2.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 HAP Music Transfer What you can do using HAP Music Transfer You can transfer audio files managed and stored on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using the dedicated HAP Music Transfer application. Install the application to your (Windows or Mac) computer. Downloading HAP Music Transfer Download HAP Music Transfer from the following website: Models for the USA and Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/swu/8812 Models for Europe: http://support.sony-europe.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 HDD Audio Remote What you can do using HDD Audio Remote You can operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using your smartphone or tablet by installing HDD Audio Remote, a dedicated application for smartphones and tablets. HDD Audio Remote allows you to browse and play audio files stored in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER from your smartphone or tablet. You can also add tracks to playlists, edit information such as the genre, artist, album and track title of music files, and more.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 What you need to do before starting to use the HDD AUDIO PLAYER After you purchase the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, you need to connect the external equipment and configure settings before you can listen to music. 1. Prep 1. Connecting speakers. 2. Prep 2. Connecting to a network with a LAN cable (only when using a wired LAN). Make a wired connection between the HDD AUDIO PLAYER and a computer with a LAN cable (supplied).
We recommend using a wired LAN when you transfer a large number of music files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, such as when you transfer music files for the first time, to save transfer time. It may take a while before the file registration is completed, as transferring, analyzing and registering music files takes time when a large number of music files are transferred to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Prep 1. Connecting speakers First, you need to connect speakers to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is unplugged when connecting any other cord. Connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER as shown in the illustration below.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Prep 2. Connecting to a network with a LAN cable (only when using a wired LAN) You need to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the same network as your computer. We recommend using a wired LAN connection when you transfer music files stored on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for the first time. Connect the LAN cable (only one cable is supplied) between the LAN (10/100/1000) port on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER and a router.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Prep 3. Turning on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER When you have made all connections with the other devices, connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead), then turn on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. 1. Firmly connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC IN jack on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, then connect the plug to a wall outlet (mains). 2. Press to turn on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. The power lamp lights up in green.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Prep 4. Configuring the initial settings of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER When you turn on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for the first time, it automatically enters the initial settings mode. You can configure the initial settings of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER easily by following the instructions on the screen. Refer to each related topic for details on each item of the initial settings. 1. Press to turn on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. 2.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Prep 5. Configuring the settings of a computer to use HAP Music Transfer You can transfer music files managed on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using HAP Music Transfer. The music files are saved in the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, so you can enjoy playing tracks without worrying about the status of the network connection, even if those tracks are large files with a high sound quality.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Operating the HDD AUDIO PLAYER from your smartphone or tablet (using HDD Audio Remote) What you can do using HDD Audio Remote You can operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using your smartphone or tablet by installing HDD Audio Remote, a dedicated application for smartphones and tablets. HDD Audio Remote allows you to browse and play audio files stored in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER from your smartphone or tablet.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Supplied accessories Main unit (1) Remote control (1) R03 (size-AAA) batteries (2) AC power cord (mains lead) (1) LAN cable (1) Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 75
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Preparing the remote control Open the lid of the remote control and insert two R03 (size-AAA) batteries. Place the batteries so that the + and – ends are in the correct position. Note Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not use a new battery and an old one together. Do not mix different kinds of batteries.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Standby modes The HDD AUDIO PLAYER has two types of standby mode: normal standby mode and Network Standby mode. Standby mode Press the button to switch to standby mode so that you can save power. (The HDD AUDIO PLAYER enters this standby mode if the Network Standby mode is disabled. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER cannot be operated through the network.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting to a computer You need to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer through a wired LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Hint A wired LAN connection enables you to transfer music files more quickly. Using a wired LAN is especially recommended when transferring large volumes of data, such as when transferring music files stored on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for the first time.
: : : : : Internet Modem Router HDD AUDIO PLAYER Computer Related Topic Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network automatically Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network manually Method 1. Setting up a network connection using the WPS push button configuration method Method 2. Setting up a network connection by selecting an access point Method 3. Setting up a network connection by adding a new access point Method 4.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting speakers You need to connect speakers to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is unplugged when connecting any other cord. Connect speakers to the SPEAKERS terminals on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER as shown in the illustration below.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting an amplifier The HDD AUDIO PLAYER has an internal amplifier, but you can connect an external amplifier as well. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is unplugged when connecting any other cord. Connect an amplifier to the D/A DIRECT·LINE OUT jacks on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using an audio cord (not supplied) as shown in the illustration below.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting other playback equipment You can connect other playback equipment such as the Super Audio CD player to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER and enjoy playback from that equipment through the speakers or headphones of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is unplugged when connecting any other cord.
: Optical digital cable (not supplied) : Optical digital output jack of other equipment When connecting through the COAXIAL IN jack : COAXIAL IN jack of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER : Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) : Coaxial digital output jack of other equipment When connecting through LINE IN jacks : LINE IN jacks of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER : Audio cord (not supplied) : Analog output jacks of other equipment Related Topic Listening to the sound from externally connected devices Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1)
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting an external hard disk drive You can connect an external hard disk drive (USB storage) to the EXT port on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. The music files transferred from your computer to the external hard disk drive can be played in the same way as music files stored in the internal hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note Compatible with USB 2.0.
Related Topic Standby modes Formatting a hard disk drive (Format HDD) Rescanning a hard disk drive (Rescan HDD) Notes on use 4 -472-853-11(1) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation 88
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting headphones You can connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note When headphones are connected, no sound is output from the speakers. Connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER as shown below.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network automatically This topic explains how to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a wired network by obtaining an IP address automatically. As the HDD AUDIO PLAYER can obtain an IP address automatically, you do not have to make complicated connection configurations. You can connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network simply by connecting the LAN cable (supplied). 1.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a network manually You can enter the IP address and other network information manually to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a wired network. Make sure that you have information such as the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and primary/secondary DNS in advance. 1. Select [Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings] from the Home screen. 2. Select [Wired Setup]. 3.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Selecting a Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) connection method You can select the most suitable network connection method for your network environment from 4 network connection methods. Confirm your network environment in advance.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Method 1. Setting up a network connection using the WPS push button configuration method If your wireless LAN router/access point has a WPS button, you can easily connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network. If your wireless LAN router has an AOSS button or other easy setup button, it may support WPS. Check the operation manual of your wireless LAN router/access point for details. 1.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Method 2. Setting up a network connection by selecting an access point You can set up a Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network connection by searching for an access point. Note This connection method requires information such as the network name (SSID) (*1) of the wireless LAN router/access point and the security key (password) (*2) for the network. *1 SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that identifies a particular access point.
If you cannot find the network name (SSID) you want to connect to in step 4, add a new access point. Related Topic How to input characters Method 3.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Method 3. Setting up a network connection by adding a new access point You can set up a wireless LAN network connection by adding a new access point. If you cannot find the desired network name (SSID) in the list of available networks, try this connection method. Note This connection method requires information such as the network name (SSID) (*1) of the wireless LAN router/access point and the security key (password) (*2) for the network.
11. Select either [Auto] or [Custom] on the selection screen for the IP address setup method. 12. Follow the instructions that appear in the display to set up the connection. Note You can enter a maximum of 32 alphanumeric characters and/or symbols for a network name (SSID). If the security mode of your wireless LAN router/access point is not included in the options in step 9, change the security configuration of the router.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Method 4. Setting up a network connection using the (WPS) PIN code configuration method You can set up a connection by entering the (WPS) PIN (Personal Identification Number) code of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER into the wireless LAN router/access point to authenticate the connection between the devices. 1. Select [Settings] - [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings]. 2. Select [Wireless Setup]. 3. Select [Select access point].
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playable audio file formats The following audio file formats can be played on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note Only the LPCM 2ch audio format can be played when the signal is input through the OPTICAL IN or COAXIAL IN jack. (The HDD AUDIO PLAYER supports the LPCM format with sampling frequencies up to 96 kHz for signals input through the OPTICAL IN jack. 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz sampling frequencies are not supported.
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits WMA (WMA, WMAPro, WMA Lossless) Extensions: .wma, .asf Bit rate: 32 kbps - 320 kbps (WMA, WMAPro) Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (WMA) Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz (WMAPro, WMA Lossless) Quantization bits: 16 bits (WMA, WMAPro) Quantization bits: 16 bits, 24 bits (WMA Lossless) ATRAC (ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, ATRAC Advanced Lossless) Extensions: .oma, .
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Transferring music files from a computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER To play music files on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, you first need to transfer music files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Install the HAP Music Transfer application on your computer and then transfer music files using the application. Download site of HAP Music Transfer: Install HAP Music Transfer on your computer. Models for the USA and Canada: http://esupport.sony.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Registered music file information The HDD AUDIO PLAYER analyzes the ID3 tag information, a type of music information metadata contained in music files, and registers the files to [Genres], [Artists], [Albums] and [Tracks]. If music files do not contain ID3 tags or if any of the information is missing, the HDD AUDIO PLAYER automatically accesses the Gracenote server on the Web and obtains music information.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playing music files You need to transfer music files stored in your computer to the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER before you can listen to them on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. For details, see “Transferring music files from a computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.” Hint When using an external hard disk drive, connect the external hard disk drive to the EXT port on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER before you turn on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. 1.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playing tracks using SensMe™ channels “SensMe™ channels” is a function that analyzes and automatically categorizes music tracks according to their mood and tempo using the 12 TONE ANALYSIS technology developed by Sony. You can enjoy channels that suit your mood or the time of the day. 1. Select [SensMe™ channels] in the Home screen. 2. Select the desired channel. Playback of tracks in the channel starts.
Note The HDD AUDIO PLAYER must be connected to the Internet to categorize music files using SensMe™ channels, as SensMe™ channels analyzes music files and accesses the Gracenote server to obtain music information. All channels are displayed even if no tracks are stored in some channels. Some tracks may be categorized into a channel that differs from the feel of the track. Shuffle mode is set to [Tracks] and repeat mode is set to [All tracks] automatically and you cannot change them while playing a channel.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playing tracks in playlists The HDD AUDIO PLAYER automatically creates playlists such as a list of newly transferred tracks and a list of frequently played tracks. You can also play playlists you have created using HDD Audio Remote. 1. Select [Playlists] in the Home screen. 2. Select the desired playlist. 3. Select a track. Playback starts.
Hint A track is only counted as played when it is played to the end. If you install the HDD Audio Remote application on your smartphone or tablet, you can create playlists of tracks you like using the application.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Adding tracks to “Favorites” You can add to tracks you like and to tracks you dislike. If you add to tracks, the tracks will be registered to “Favorites”, and you can later select one of these tracks from “Favorites” or play all of your favorite tracks together. 1. Push the jog dial in while playing a track you like. The Playback Options screen appears. 2. Select [Favorite]. The setting on the right will be highlighted. 3.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playing tracks in “Favorites” If you add to tracks, the tracks will be registered to “Favorites” and you can later select one of these tracks from “Favorites” or play all of your favorite tracks together. 1. Select [Favorites] in the Home screen. 2. Select a track you want to play. Playback starts. Note If you change the setting of a track in “Favorites” to (none) or , the track will be removed from “Favorites.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Selecting playback methods You can operate and configure various playback settings, such as shuffle play and repeat play, using the Playback Options menu. 1. While playing a track, push the jog dial in. The Playback Options menu appears. 2. Turn the jog dial to select the item you want to set. Details of menu items The following menu items can be set from the Playback Options menu. Shuffle: You can play tracks in random order (shuffle play).
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Listening to the sound from externally connected devices You can listen to music played on an external digital or analog audio device connected to the input port of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note This function is not for selecting an external hard disk drive as an external device. 1. Select [External Input] in the Home screen. 2. Select the name of the input port to which the desired audio source is connected. 3.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Deleting music files from the HDD AUDIO PLAYER You can delete music files from the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using the HAP Music Transfer application. 1. Perform one of the following operations. For Windows: Open the context menu of HAP Music Transfer from tray of your computer and then select [Explore HAP]. (the HAP Music Transfer icon) on the task For Mac: Open the context menu of HAP Music Transfer from of your computer and then select [Explore HAP].
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Listening to the vTuner Internet radio programs You can connect and listen to worldwide Internet radio streaming programs using vTuner Internet radio. Note If [Internet Radio] is not displayed in the Home screen, update the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using the Network Update function in the Settings menu. 1. Select [Internet Radio] - [vTuner]. 2. Select [Select Station]. 3.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playback screen 1. Playback file information Displays the album art, track name, artist name and album name. 2. Guide area Displays hints or guides for operations you can perform while playing a track. 3. Favorite status of the track Displays the favorite status of the current track. You can add to tracks you like, and if the track currently playing has , this will be displayed in this area. 4.
When playing VBR (variable bitrate) encoded music files, the displayed bitrate may not always be correct. Hint If you push the jog dial in while the playback screen is displayed, the Playback Options screen appears. If you turn the jog dial for two clicks or more while the playback screen is displayed, the Play Queue screen appears.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playback Options screen If you push the jog dial in while playing a track, the Playback Options screen appears. You can configure various playback settings, such as playback modes and sound quality settings, from the Playback Options screen. Shuffle: You can play tracks in random order (shuffle play). You can select a setting from [Off], [Tracks], [Albums].
Note Shuffle mode is set to [Tracks] and repeat mode is set to [All tracks] automatically and you cannot change them while playing a channel. These play modes are only active while the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is playing SensMe™ channels.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Play Queue screen If you turn the jog dial for two clicks or more while playing a track, the Play Queue screen appears. The “Play Queue” is a list of all tracks currently selected to be played, such as all tracks by a certain artist or in a certain album. The favorite status ( or ) is displayed on the right of each track. Hint You can turn the jog dial to select a track and push it in to play the selected track.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Using the DSEE function When the DSEE (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) function is set to [Auto] (factory default setting), the HDD AUDIO PLAYER offers natural and expansive sound by restoring both high-frequency signals and fine fade-out sound that is likely to be lost by compression in compressed audio sources, or restoring fine fade-out sound that is likely to be lost by quantization in PCM audio sources with lossless compression.
restoration technology developed independently by Sony. The DSEE function does not work for vTuner (Internet radio) streaming. 1. Select [Settings] – [Audio Settings] from the Home screen. 2. Select [DSEE ]. 3. Select [Auto]. The DSEE function automatically works for compressed audio sources and PCM audio sources with lossless compression. The DSEE lamp lights up while the DSEE function is active. Hint You can also set this function using the Playback Options menu during playback.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Using the Tone Control Bypass function (Tone Control Bypass) When the Tone Control Bypass function is set to [On], the Tone Control function is disabled and you can listen to the original sound as it is. When this function is set to [Off] (factory default setting), the playback sound is output with the bass and treble set by the Tone Control function. 1. Select [Settings] - [Audio Settings] from the Home screen. 2. Select [Tone Control Bypass]. 3.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Using the Tone Control function (Tone Control) You can adjust bass and treble to your desired tone using the Tone Control function. Bass and treble can each be adjusted between levels –10 and +10. 1. Select [Settings] - [Audio Settings] from the Home screen. 2. Select [Tone Control]. The Tone Control screen appears. 3. Push the jog dial in again. The Tone Control setup screen appears with the bass gain icon ( ) highlighted. 4.
Note You cannot set bass and treble while [Tone Control Bypass] in the menu is set to [On]. The frequency of Bass or Treble remains fixed even if you change the level of bass or treble. Hint You can also set this function using the Playback Options menu during playback.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Connecting to a network (Internet Settings) You can connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the network you are using through a wired LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). There are multiple connection methods. Select a suitable connection method for the network you are using. Hint A wired LAN connection enables you to transfer music files more quickly.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Viewing the network status (View Network Status) You can view the current network status of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. You can confirm various settings of the current network such as the connection method, wired/wireless connection status, internet access, network service set identifier (SSID), IP address settings, DNS settings and MAC address. 1. Select [Settings] - [Network Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [View Network Status].
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Viewing the hard disk drive status (View HDD Status) You can confirm the total capacity, used space and free space of the internal and external hard disk drives. 1. Select [Settings] - [HDD Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [View HDD Status]. A screen indicating the status of the internal and external hard disk drives appears. When you have confirmed the hard disk drive status, select [Close] to close the screen.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Formatting a hard disk drive (Format HDD) You can format an external hard disk drive. After formatting, all of the content stored on the hard disk drive is deleted. If formatting an external hard disk drive, be sure to confirm that it is connected properly. 1. Select [Settings] - [HDD Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Format HDD]. 3. Select [Format External HDD]. A confirmation screen appears. 4. Select [Yes]. Formatting of the hard disk drive starts.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Rescanning a hard disk drive (Rescan HDD) You can forcibly match the content of a hard disk drive and the content displayed on the screen of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER by rescanning the hard disk drive. For example, if the analysis of music files is interrupted by an unexpected reason such as a sudden power outage, a mismatch may occur between the content displayed on the screen of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER and the actual content stored in the external hard disk drive.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Using the Gapless Playback function (Gapless Playback) When the Gapless Playback function is set to [Auto], the HDD AUDIO PLAYER plays tracks without the silent part between tracks. This is useful for playing albums of concerts or other live music. The Gapless Playback function works with WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC and WMA Lossless music file formats. 1. Select [Settings] - [Audio Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Gapless Playback]. 3.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Using the Volume Normalization function (Volume Normalization) If you set the Volume Normalization function to [Auto], the recording level of tracks or albums is analyzed when the music files are transferred and registered to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, and the volume level is adjusted to minimize the difference in volume between each track or album during playback.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Selecting the language to be displayed on the screen (Language) Although you select the language to be displayed on the screen in the initial settings, you can also change the language later by following the steps below. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Language]. 3. [English] (factory default setting), [Español], [Français], [Deutsch] and [日本語].
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Controlling the brightness (Brightness) You can adjust the screen to your desired brightness to suit the brightness of your surroundings. If you set the brightness to [Off], the DSEE lamp goes off. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Brightness]. 3. Select your desired item from the menu. Descriptions of menu settings Selectable menu items are described below.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Setting the Network Standby function (Network Standby) When you set the Network Standby function to [On], you can start up or operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER via the network even when the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is in standby mode. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Network Standby]. 3. Select [On]. Descriptions of menu settings Selectable menu items are described below.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Setting the Auto Standby function (Auto Standby) If you set the Auto Standby function to [On], if you do not operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER and do not play tracks for approximately 20 minutes, the unit is automatically turned off and enters standby mode to reduce the power consumption. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings]. 2. Select [Auto Standby]. 3. Select [On] (factory default setting).
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Setting the Sleep timer (Sleep) You can set the Sleep timer. When the specific time you set has elapsed, the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is automatically turned off. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings]. 2. Select [Sleep]. 3. Set the specific time until the Sleep timer function activates from [Off] (factory default setting), [00:30], [01:00], [01:30] or [02:00].
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Receiving notifications about software updates (Software Update Notification) If you set the Software Update Notification function to [On], a notification appears on the Home screen when a new version of the software is available. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Software Update Notification]. 3. Select [On] (factory default setting).
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Displaying the current system information (System Information) You can confirm the current system information of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER including the software version, the MAC address of the wired and wireless LAN, the device ID, the network connection status, your current IP address and the amount of free space on the internal and external hard disk drives. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [System Information]. 3.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Displaying the software license (Software License) This topic explains how to display the software license of the software installed on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Software License]. 3. When you have confirmed the software license, select [Close].
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Resetting to the factory default (Factory Reset) You can reset the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the factory default settings. All settings you have configured and all of the content stored on the internal hard disk drive will be deleted. (Sample tracks saved on the internal hard disk drive by default remain.) 1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Factory Reset]. 3. Select [Yes]. The Factory Reset waiting screen appears. 4.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Updating the software (Network Update) You can update the software of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. To perform the Network Update function, be sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is connected to the Internet. 1. Select [Settings] - [Network Update] in the Home screen. If a newer version of the software is found, a software update notification screen appears. 2. Confirm the current version of the software and the new version of the software, and then select [OK].
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Names and descriptions of parts of the front panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. (Power) button Turns the HDD AUDIO PLAYER on and off. Power lamp When the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on, this lamp lights up in green. LCD display HOME button Displays the Home screen. Jog dial (PUSH ENTER) Turn this dial to select items displayed on the screen. Push the jog dial in to commit a selected item. (Play/Pause) button Starts and pauses playback.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Names and descriptions of parts of the rear panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. OPTICAL IN jack COAXIAL IN jack LAN (10/100/1000) port EXT port ( ) AC IN jack D/A DIRECT·LINE OUT (analog output) L/R jacks The D/A DIRECT·LINE OUT jacks directly output analog signals through the D/A converter without using any internal connectors or signal switchers. This eliminates as many elements that reduce the sound quality as possible.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Names and descriptions of parts of the remote control 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. (Power) button Turns the HDD AUDIO PLAYER on and off. (Play/Pause) button Starts and pauses playback. VOLUME +/– buttons Adjusts the volume. MUTING button Mutes the sound. To deactivate the muting, press the MUTING button again or press the VOLUME + button. (cue the beginning of the next track, fast-forward) button Moves to the next track. Fast-forwards when pressed and held.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Home screen You can select a Home menu or check the status of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER by using the icons displayed in the Home screen. 1. Home menu display area Displays category menus such as Genres, Artists, Albums and Tracks, and other menu items including the Settings menu.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Design and specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION (for the USA and Canada only): With 4 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; rated 32 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Amplifier section POWER OUTPUT: 40 W + 40 W (4 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 10%) Rated Power Output: 35 W + 35 W (4 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.
COAXIAL IN Input impedance: 75 ohms Supported playback format: LPCM 2ch Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits, 24 bits OPTICAL IN Supported playback format: LPCM 2ch Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits, 24 bits LINE IN 1, 2 Input sensitivity: 500 mV Input impedance: 100 kilohms Output section Output jacks LINE OUT Output impedance: 2.
265 mm × 88 mm × 304 mm (10 1/2 in. × 3 1/2 in. × 12 in.) including projecting parts and controls Mass (approx.) 5.8 kg (12 lbs 12 5/8 oz) Supplied accessories See “Supplied accessories.” Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Software updates for the HDD AUDIO PLAYER When updating the software of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is possible by performing the Network Update function, [A new version of the software is available. Update the software now? To update later, go to the "Settings" menu and select "Network Update". For details on updates, see the Sony website.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Precautions on heat buildup Although the HDD AUDIO PLAYER heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use the HDD AUDIO PLAYER at a high volume, the temperature of the top, sides and bottom of the cabinet rises considerably (*). To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet. Also, do not place the HDD AUDIO PLAYER in a closed area.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Precautions on short circuit of the speakers If an abnormal current is output to the speakers, the playback volume becomes low or no sound is output. This is due to a short circuit in the speaker cables, and the built-in protective circuit inside the HDD AUDIO PLAYER may have been activated. In this case, turn off the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Check the connection of the speakers and turn on the power again.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Notes on the internal hard disk drive The hard disk drive allows you to store large volumes of data or data with long recording times and play back data from your desired part with ease. Keep in mind the following cautions. Do not apply physical shock or vibration to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Do not place the HDD AUDIO PLAYER in an unstable place. Do not impose a sudden temperature change (10°C (50°F) or more /hour) to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
AUDIO PLAYER. Sony will not restore, recover, or replicate the data under any circumstances. We recommend you appropriately back up data stored on the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, which are copies of data on your computer. If you do not have the original data on your computer anymore, we recommend you copy the data on the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer and back that up. Make sure you back up your data as stated above before sending the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for repair.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Precautions for use Precautions when disconnecting the AC power cord Make sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is in the standby mode when you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from a wall outlet (mains). If you disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) during operation, a loss of data or malfunction may occur. Cleaning Clean the cabinet, panels, and controls with a soft, dry cloth.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Backing up data We recommend you arbitrarily have a backup of contents stored on the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, which are copies of contents on your computer. If you do not have the original data on your computer anymore, we recommend you copy the contents in the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer to have a backup. Make sure you have a back up before sending the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for repair.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Windows) It is recommended that you copy music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer as a backup before you bring the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for repair or if you do not have the original music files in your computer. You need to use the HAP Music Transfer application installed in your computer for the backup. Make sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on. 1.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Mac) It is recommended that you copy music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer as a backup before you bring the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for repair or if you do not have the original music files in your computer. You need to use the HAP Music Transfer application installed in your computer for the backup. Make sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on. 1.
Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Returning backup music files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER (for Windows) If you want to return music files you have copied to your computer as a backup to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, follow the steps below. You need to use the HAP Music Transfer application installed in your computer for returning backup files. Make sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on. 1.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Returning backup music files from your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER (for Mac) If you want to return music files you have copied to your computer as a backup to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, follow the steps below. You need to use the HAP Music Transfer application installed in your computer for returning backup files. Make sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on. 1.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Trademarks ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, ATRAC Advanced Lossless and their logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation. 12 TONE ANALYSIS and its logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “DSEE” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. SensMe™ and the SensMe™ logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Mobile Communications AB.
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Help Guide How to Use HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Customer support websites Please access the following support websites for information on your HDD AUDIO PLAYER. For customers in the USA: http://esupport.sony.com/ For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Forced shutdown of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER In the rare case of an unusual situation, such as if the HDD AUDIO PLAYER does not respond to operations of the buttons and controls, you can forcibly turn the power off. You do not need to forcibly shut down the HDD AUDIO PLAYER in normal use. 1. Press and hold on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for 5 seconds or more. The power lamp flashes three times and then the power turns off.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Messages for protecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER If the HDD AUDIO PLAYER detects an abnormality inside the unit, one of the following messages appears for about 5 seconds and then the HDD AUDIO PLAYER automatically enters the standby mode. Note The HDD AUDIO PLAYER enters the normal standby mode, even if the Network Standby mode is set to [On]. The next time you turn the power on, the volume will be at the minimum.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 When a notification about a new version of the software appears on the display When a new version of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER software is available through the Network Update function, the message [A new version of the software is available. Update the software now? To update later, go to the "Settings" menu and select "Network Update". For details on updates, see the Sony website.] is displayed.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 When registering music files to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER When music files are transferred to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, a counter indicating the number of transferred and unanalyzed music files appears beside (the icon that indicates the transfer and registration status). Once music files are transferred, the HDD AUDIO PLAYER starts analyzing files and registering them to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 The power is automatically turned off. If the [Auto Standby] function is set to [On], the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is automatically turned off after it is not operated for approximately 20 minutes. If the sleep timer function is set, the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is automatically turned off when the specific time you set has elapsed. If the top of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is covered, the internal protector activates and the HDD AUDIO PLAYER automatically turns off.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 The power is automatically turned on. If the [Network Standby] function is set to [On], the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on when it is operated through HDD Audio Remote or music files are transferred through HAP Music Transfer.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 The remote control does not work. Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Remove any obstructions in between the remote control and the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Replace all the batteries in the remote control with new ones if they are low.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Cannot transfer music files via HAP Music Transfer. Make sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on. Check the network connection. Make sure that the computer where the music files are stored is connected to the same network as the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. If the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is in normal standby mode, music files cannot be transferred via HAP Music Transfer. Set the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the Network Standby mode.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Cannot operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER through HDD Audio Remote. Make sure that the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is turned on. Check the network connection. Make sure that the smartphone/tablet where HDD Audio Remote is installed is connected to the same network as the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. If the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is in normal standby mode, it cannot be operated through HDD Audio Remote. Set the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the Network Standby mode.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 The HDD AUDIO PLAYER responds slowly to operations. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER responds slowly to operations performed on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER or by HDD Audio Remote while music files are being transferred or the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is analyzing and registering music files. This is not a malfunction.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 No sound is output or sound is interrupted. Check that the speakers are connected to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER correctly. Press MUTING on the remote control to cancel the muting function. Check that headphones are not connected. If headphones are connected, sound is not output from the speakers. Check that the correct input jack(s) are being used. Check that the cord(s) are connected to the correct input jack(s) on the selected equipment.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 There is severe humming or noise. Check whether the cords or cables are broken or have any other defects. Check that the speakers are connected to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER correctly. Check that the connecting cords are not near a transformer, motor, TV set or fluorescent light. Move your TV away from the HDD AUDIO PLAYER and other audio equipment. The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Cannot play tracks. The following tracks appear in gray and cannot be played: Tracks that are not 2ch, even if the file extension is supported by the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Tracks that are identified as unplayable tracks by the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Tracks cannot be played if the music files are corrupted or the HDD AUDIO PLAYER fails to read the data because of vibration. Tracks with added will not be played, as these tracks are not entered in the Play Queue.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Some tracks are not displayed. If you add to tracks you dislike, the tracks are not displayed in the Play Queue. If tracks transferred without using HAP Music Transfer are a format that is not supported by the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, the tracks are not displayed.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Playback stopped. If is If If you remove the external hard disk drive from the HDD AUDIO PLAYER during playback, the playback stopped. the currently playing audio file is deleted via the network during playback, the playback is stopped. you change the favorite status of the currently playing track to , the playback is stopped.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Your computer cannot connect to the network after you press the WPS button. If you connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the network using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function, the wireless settings of your wireless LAN router/access point may change automatically, and as a result, your computer may not be able to connect to the network. In this case, change the wireless settings of your computer accordingly.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 You cannot connect to the network or the network connection is unstable. Check that the wireless LAN router/access point is on. Check the network connection and the current network status in [Settings] - [Network Settings] [View Network Status].
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 The wireless router you want to connect to is not shown in the wireless network list. Press the BACK button to return to the previous screen, and try [Select access point] again. If the wireless LAN router/access point you want is still not detected, select [Add a new access point.] from the network list to add a new wireless LAN router/access point. The wireless LAN router/access point may be set to “stealth mode.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 It takes a long time to transfer and register music files to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. We recommend using a wired LAN when you transfer music files stored on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. When the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is connected to a computer through a wired LAN, file transfers will take the following time (as a rough guide): 10 FLAC (44.1 kHz/16 bits) files: approximately 5 minutes 3,000 FLAC (44.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 You want to turn off the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) function but do not know how. Select [Wired Setup] in [Network Settings] – [Internet Settings]. Wired LAN is activated and the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) function turns off. To re-activate the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) function, select [Wireless Setup] in the [Internet Settings] menu.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 The external hard disk drive is not recognized. Format the external hard disk drive using the Format HDD function of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. If you cannot format it, check the following: Check that the USB cable used to connect the external hard disk drive is connected firmly and is not damaged. The connection may also become unstable depending on the type of USB cable being used. In this case, try another USB cable.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Some music files are not transferred. Transfer of music files may be cancelled because the hard disk drive you specified is full. The audio file format may be not compatible with the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Music files that have file extensions not supported by HAP Music Transfer cannot be transferred to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. The read attributes of some files or folders may be not permitted.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 An external hard disk drive that has been used with the HDD AUDIO PLAYER cannot be used with your computer. The external hard disk drive that has been formatted by the HDD AUDIO PLAYER cannot be recognized by the computer. If you want to use the external hard disk drive with your computer, format it on the computer. Please note that if you format the external hard disk drive with your computer, all stored music files will be erased.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 You want to delete music files but do not know how. You can delete music files from the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using HAP Music Transfer.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Resetting to the factory default If you can still not solve defects of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, you can perform the Factory Reset function. We recommend making a backup of all your data before performing the Factory Reset function.
Help Guide Troubleshooting HDD AUDIO PLAYER HAP-S1 Customer support websites Please access the following support websites for information on your HDD AUDIO PLAYER. For customers in the USA: http://esupport.sony.com/ For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.
