Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Use this manual when you have troubles or when you need to know how to use your WALKMAN®. This “Help Guide” is an excerpted version that contains basic operations only. For details on other operations, see the full version by clicking the banner below. An Internet connection is required to see the full version. “Help Guide” (Full) For complete information on this Walkman, see the online “Help Guide” (Full).
Q&A List of Topics How to Use Troubleshooting en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Getting Started Customer Registration Website Before Use Parts and Controls Power/Charging Flow of Initial Settings en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Basic Operations How to Use the Buttons How to Use the Touch Screen microSD Card Home Screen Connecting Your Walkman to Your Computer Initializing/Updating en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Transferring Content Installing Media Go Installing Content Transfer Importing Content to the Software Transferring Content to Your Walkman en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Bluetooth Connecting with Bluetooth Audio Devices Making a Bluetooth Connection from the [Settings] Menu en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 NFC Connecting with One Touch (NFC) en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) What Is Wi-Fi Communications? Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Announcement Precautions Customer Support Website en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Specifications Specifications en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Troubleshooting What Can I Do to Solve a Problem? en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Q&A Operation Sound Power Connection to a Computer Bluetooth Wi-Fi microSD Card en-11(1) Copyright 2015 Sony Corporation
Help Guide List of Topics Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 How to Use Getting Started Customer Registration Website Customer registration website Before Use Before first use Parts and Controls Parts and controls Power/Charging Turning the power on Turning the power off Turning the screen on and off Charging the battery Flow of Initial Settings Flow of initial settings Basic Operations How to Use the Buttons Using “Play/Pause,” “Next” and “Previous” buttons Using the volume “+” and “-” buttons Volume opera
Basic operation keys Switching Home screens Displaying the notification panel and shortcuts from the status bar Connecting Your Walkman to Your Computer Connecting to a computer Notes on connecting your Walkman to a computer Initializing/Updating Resetting your Walkman Formatting the storage of your Walkman Updating your Walkman Transferring Content Installing Media Go Installing Media Go Installing Content Transfer Installing Content Transfer Importing Content to the Software Importing and transferrin
Turning Wi-Fi on/off Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connecting to a Wi-Fi network from the settings screen Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button Checking the Wi-Fi network status Announcement Precautions Notes on handling your Walkman Notes on headphones Notes on the software Maintenance of your Walkman Customer Support Website Customer support website Specifications Specifications Specifications Battery life Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.
Help Guide List of Topics Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting What Can I Do to Solve a Problem? What can I do to solve a problem? Customer support website Q&A Operation Your Walkman does not operate or the power does not turn on. You want your Walkman screen to stay on longer before it turns off automatically. A drink (water, coffee, etc.) was spilled on your Walkman, or the Walkman was washed in the washing machine.
Videos cannot be transferred using the “Take along” transfer function.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Customer Registration Website Customer registration website View information on websites where you can register your Walkman.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Before Use Before first use Be sure to read this manual before you use your Walkman for the first time.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Parts and Controls Parts and controls This section introduces the functions of buttons, jacks, and other parts of your Walkman.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Power/Charging Turning the power on Turn the power on to start your Walkman. Turning the power off Turn the power off if you do not intend to use your Walkman for a long period of time. Turning the screen on and off You can turn the screen off when not using your Walkman in order to prevent the touch screen from being operated accidentally. Charging the battery Charge your Walkman by connecting it to a computer.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Flow of Initial Settings Flow of initial settings The first time you turn your Walkman power on, a screen for the initial settings is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to set each of the settings.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 How to Use the Buttons Using “Play/Pause,” “Next” and “Previous” buttons You can operate Music player, Video player, etc. using the “Play/Pause,” “Next” and “Previous” buttons on the side of your Walkman. Using the volume “+” and “-” buttons Use the volume “+” and “-” buttons to adjust the master volume.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 How to Use the Touch Screen How to use the touch screen The display of your Walkman is a touch screen, and you operate the Walkman by directly touching the screen with your fingers. This section explains basic touch screen operations. Notes on the touch screen This section contains various notes about the touch screen.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 microSD Card Inserting a microSD card This section explains how to insert a microSD card (not supplied) into your Walkman. Removing a microSD card This section explains how to remove a microSD card (not supplied) from your Walkman. Selecting the storage to use Select the storage to use from [System storage] or [SD card]. Formatting a microSD card Format a microSD card (not supplied) and delete all data stored on it.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Home Screen Home screen Application widgets, shortcuts, folders and more are displayed on the Home screen. There are several Home screens, and the screen can be switched by flicking right or left. Basic operation keys This section explains the basic operation keys at the bottom of your Walkman screen. Switching Home screens There are several Home screens. You can switch Home screens by flicking right or left.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting Your Walkman to Your Computer Connecting to a computer Connect your Walkman to a computer via USB to charge the Walkman or transfer data. Notes on connecting your Walkman to a computer This section contains notes on connecting your Walkman to a computer.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Initializing/Updating Resetting your Walkman Reset your Walkman if operations become unstable. Formatting the storage of your Walkman All of the data is deleted, and your Walkman is reset to the factory defaults. Updating your Walkman Updating your Walkman to the latest system software allows you to add new functions to the Walkman.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Installing Media Go Installing Media Go Connect your Walkman to your Windows computer and install Media Go.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Installing Content Transfer Installing Content Transfer Connect your Walkman to your Mac computer and install Content Transfer.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Importing Content to the Software Importing and transferring content from media using Media Go This section explains how to import and transfer music from CDs using Media Go.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Transferring Content to Your Walkman Transferring content using Media Go Use Media Go to transfer content or playlists that are also managed on your computer to your Walkman. Transferring iTunes content using Media Go Use Media Go to transfer content or playlists on your computer or managed with iTunes to your Walkman.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting with Bluetooth Audio Devices Making a Bluetooth connection using the NFC function You can pair and connect to a Bluetooth audio device that has the NFC function simply by touching your Walkman to the device.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Making a Bluetooth Connection from the [Settings] Menu Turning the Bluetooth function on/off When you want to connect a Bluetooth audio device to your Walkman, you first need to turn the Bluetooth function on. The connection method may differ depending on the device. Pairing a Bluetooth audio device You need to "pair" your Walkman with a new Bluetooth audio device in order to connect to the device.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting with One Touch (NFC) Making a Bluetooth connection using the NFC function You can pair and connect to a Bluetooth audio device that has the NFC function simply by touching your Walkman to the device.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 What Is Wi-Fi Communications? What is Wi-Fi? You can use Wi-Fi communication to connect wireless LAN devices, use a public wireless LAN service to enjoy using your Walkman on the Internet, and communicate with other devices.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Turning Wi-Fi on/off Turn the Wi-Fi function on to enjoy using the Internet on your Walkman. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network To connect to a Wi-Fi network, you need to have a wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) environment that can connect to the Internet. If your router supports “WPS,” you can connect to a Wi-Fi network with simple operations.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Precautions Notes on handling your Walkman Important information for using your Walkman is explained. Notes on headphones Important notes for the headphones are explained. Notes on the software Important notes for the software are explained. Maintenance of your Walkman Important notes for cleaning your Walkman are explained.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Customer Support Website Customer support website Visit the customer support website if you have any questions or issues with your Walkman.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Specifications Specifications Details on the Walkman specifications (size, weight, and memory size, etc.) are shown. Battery life The estimated battery usage hours based on typical usage conditions and settings are explained. Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.) The maximum recordable number of songs and time are explained. Maximum recordable time of videos (Approx.) The maximum recordable time of videos is explained.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 What Can I Do to Solve a Problem? What can I do to solve a problem? This section contains solutions for when your Walkman does not function as expected or if a problem occurs during operation. Customer support website Visit the customer support website if you have any questions or issues with your Walkman.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Operation Your Walkman does not operate or the power does not turn on. You want your Walkman screen to stay on longer before it turns off automatically. A drink (water, coffee, etc.) was spilled on your Walkman, or the Walkman was washed in the washing machine. An alarm (beep) is heard and the message [Check the volume level] is displayed.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Sound There is no sound. Volume cannot be turned up, or the volume remains low when the playback volume is turned up.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Power The rechargeable battery needs to be replaced. The battery life is short.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connection to a Computer The computer does not recognize your Walkman. The computer does not recognize a microSD card inserted in your Walkman. You cannot install software to your computer. Content such as music cannot be transferred from the computer to your Walkman.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Bluetooth Pairing cannot be done. You cannot connect via the Bluetooth function.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Wi-Fi You cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 microSD Card Your Walkman does not recognize a microSD card that is inserted. The computer does not recognize a microSD card inserted in your Walkman. Music content cannot be transferred using Media Go. Videos cannot be transferred using the “Take along” transfer function.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Customer registration website We recommend that you register your Walkman so we can provide better customer support. Visit one of the following websites to register the Walkman. For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmanreg/ For customers in Canada: English http://www.Sony.ca/Registration French http://www.Sony.ca/Enregistrement For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/registration For customers in Europe: http://walkman.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Before first use Thank you for purchasing this Walkman. This “Help Guide” is an excerpted version that contains basic operations only. For details on other operations, see the full version of the online Help Guide by clicking the banner on the top page. An Internet connection is required to see the full version. The printed manuals (supplied), such as “Quick Start Guide,” also contain important information for you.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Parts and controls Functions of buttons, jacks, and other parts on your Walkman are explained here. 1. Screen (touch screen) Touch (tap) icons, items, etc., on the screen to operate your Walkman. 2. Built-in microphone 3. Headphone jack Push the headphone plug all the way in. If the headphones are connected improperly, the sound from the headphones will be impaired.
7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. supplied). Insert a microSD card until it clicks into place to increase the available storage of your Walkman. Slot cover Built-in antenna Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS antennas are built-in. (Power)/Screen lock button Press to turn the power on. Press and hold to turn the power off. Press to turn the screen on/off. Your Walkman will be reset if you press and hold the button for about 8 seconds.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Turning the power on Turn on the power to start your Walkman. 1. Press the button ( ). When you start your Walkman, it is locked, and the lock screen will be displayed. 2. Drag out of the circle. Your Walkman is then unlocked, and the Home screen will be displayed. Note It may take some time before the lock screen is displayed.
Charge the battery if your Walkman cannot be turned on. The lock screen differs depending on the screen lock type you have set on the security setting screen.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Turning the power off Turn off the power when not using your Walkman for an extended period of time. 1. Press and hold the button ( ). 2. Tap [ Power off] - [OK]. The power will then turn off.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Turning the screen on and off You can turn off the screen when not using your Walkman in order to prevent the touch screen from being operated accidentally. 1. Press the button ( ). The screen will turn off. Press the button ( ) again to turn the screen on. Hint The default setting is for the screen to be turned off automatically after no operations are performed for a certain length of time. You can set the time after which the screen is turned off.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Charging the battery Charge your Walkman by connecting it to a computer. 1. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB. [Charged] is displayed on the lock screen when charging is complete. 2. Disconnect your Walkman from the computer when charging is complete. Swipe the status bar of your Walkman down, and then tap [Turn off USB storage] on the notification panel. Tap [Turn off USB storage] displayed on the screen of the Walkman.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Flow of initial settings The first time you turn your Walkman power on, a screen for the initial settings is displayed. This explanation assumes that the settings for Wi-Fi connections and Google™ accounts are skipped at first and set as necessary later. 1. Press the button ( ) to turn on your Walkman. Your Walkman may not turn on if the battery power is insufficient.
4. Tap [Start]. The initial setup begins. 5. Tap [Skip]. Hint The settings for Wi-Fi connections can be set as necessary later. 6. Tap [Skip anyway].
7. Tap to confirm the entire content, and then tap 8. Set the date and time, and then tap . . 9. Confirm the content or enter content as necessary, tap , and then tap .
10. Tap [Finish] on the completion screen. 11. Confirm the content, and then tap [OK].
12. Confirm the content, and then tap [OK]. 13. Confirm the content, and then tap [OK]. 14. Confirm that the Home screen is displayed.
This completes the initial settings of your Walkman.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Using “Play/Pause,” “Next” and “Previous” buttons You can operate Music player, Video player, etc. using the buttons ( Walkman. / / ) on the side of your 1. Previous button During music playback, press this button to skip to the beginning of the previous (or current) song. During video playback, press this button to skip to the beginning of the previous (or current) chapter or scene (5 minutes rewind).
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Using the volume “+” and “-” buttons Adjust the master volume quickly using the buttons ( ) on your Walkman. Hint If there is no sound even if you press the buttons ( ), swipe the status bar down, tap [Settings] - [ Sound] - [Volumes], and then slide [Music, video, games, & other media] to turn up the volume.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Volume operation (Only for countries/areas complying with European Directives) An alarm (beep) and a warning [Check the volume level] are meant to protect your ears when you turn the volume up to a level that is harmful for your ears for the first time. You can cancel the alarm and warning by tapping the [OK] button on the alert dialog. Note You can turn up the volume after canceling the alarm and warning.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 How to use the touch screen The display of your Walkman is a touch screen. Make operations by directly touching the screen. The basic operations are explained as follows. Tap Lightly touch an item such as an icon or menu with your finger and immediately remove your finger. Tapping twice quickly is called “double tapping.” Press and hold Keep pressing an item such as an icon or menu. Flick (Swipe) Lightly move your finger across the touch screen.
Drag Keeping your finger on the touch panel, move to the desired point and release. This moves icons, etc. and scrolls the screen. Pinch in/pinch out Touch the screen with two fingers, and move the fingers apart (pinch out) or together (pinch in). On some screens, pinching out zooms in and pinching in zooms out.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Notes on the touch screen Your Walkman uses a capacitive touch screen. Tap the screen directly with your fingertip. Do not scratch it or tap it with sharp objects such as a needle, pen, or fingernail. You cannot operate the touch screen with a stylus. If you touch the touch screen with gloved fingers, it may operate incorrectly or may not operate at all. Do not operate your Walkman with objects on the touch screen.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Inserting a microSD card You can store content such as music on microSD cards (not supplied) in addition to [System storage]. 1. Pull the microSD card slot cover ( 2. Swing the microSD card slot cover ( ) all the way out. ) downwards to expose the microSD card slot ( ). 3. Insert a microSD card into the microSD card slot ( ) with the gold contact pins side facing up until it clicks into place.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Removing a microSD card You can remove the microSD card (not supplied) from your Walkman. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap - [Settings]. 2. Tap [ Storage], scroll down and then tap [Unmount SD card] - [OK]. [Safe to remove SD card] is displayed on the notification panel. Your Walkman starts updating the database and playback of music or videos stops. 3. Pull the microSD card slot cover ( 4. Swing the microSD card slot cover ( ) all the way out.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Selecting the storage to use You can select the storage to store content and other data on from [System storage] or [SD card]. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap 2. Tap [ - [Settings]. Storage] - [USB storage settings] - [System storage] or [SD card]. Hint [System storage] is selected at the time of purchase. You can switch the storage while your Walkman is connected to a computer.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Formatting a microSD card Before using a microSD card (not supplied) in your Walkman for the first time, be sure to format the microSD card using the Walkman by following the steps below. Formatting a microSD card will delete all data stored on the microSD card, so be careful not to delete important data. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap - [Settings]. 2. Tap [ Storage], scroll down and then tap [Erase SD card] - [Erase data] - [Erase everything].
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Notes on microSD cards Use a microSD card (not supplied) that has been formatted using your Walkman. Operations of microSD cards formatted with computers or other devices are not guaranteed. If you format a microSD card containing data, the data will be deleted. Be careful not to delete important data. Do not leave a microSD card within the reach of small children. They might accidentally swallow it. Do not remove the microSD card without unmounting it.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Home screen Application widgets, shortcuts, folders, and more are displayed on the Home screen. There are several Home screens and you can switch the screen by flicking the screen left or right. 1. Status bar Displays the status of your Walkman and notifications. 2. [Music player] widget Plays back music. 3. Application shortcuts Starts application individually. 4. [Music player] shortcut Plays back music transferred by Media Go or drag-and-drop. 5.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Basic operation keys The following explains the basic operation keys at the bottom of your Walkman screen. 1. (Back) Returns to the previous screen. 2. (Home) Returns to the Home screen. 3. (Recent Apps) Displays recently used applications.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Switching Home screens There are several Home screens. You can switch the Home screen by flicking the screen left or right. 1. Flick the Home screen left or right. The Home screen will be switched. Hint You can check which Home screen currently is displayed by the location of of the screen.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Displaying the notification panel and shortcuts from the status bar Swipe the status bar ( ) with one finger to display the notification panel ( ) on which you can check the details of notifications. You can also start the relevant application directly by tapping a notification on the panel. If you swipe the status bar down with two fingers, shortcuts to various settings ( to open the setting screen. ) are displayed.
Hint Tap the icon ( ) to close the notification panel.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting to a computer Connect your Walkman to a computer via USB to charge the Walkman or transfer data. 1. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB. The [USB storage in use] screen is displayed and your Walkman is connected automatically as a mass storage device. Your Walkman can then be accessed by clicking “Computer” or “This PC.” Hint If [USB connected] is displayed on the screen, tap [Turn on USB storage] to complete the connection.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Notes on connecting your Walkman to a computer Do not disconnect your Walkman from your computer when transferring data between the Walkman and the computer via USB. Doing so may result in loss of the data being transferred and data on the Walkman. Do not turn on, restart, wake up from sleep mode, or shut down the computer with your Walkman connected to the computer via USB. Doing so may cause the Walkman to malfunction.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Resetting your Walkman Try resetting your Walkman if operations become unstable. Before resetting the Walkman, disconnect the Walkman from your computer and check that no content such as music is being played. Otherwise, the data may be damaged. 1. Press and hold the button ( ) for about 8 seconds to reset your Walkman. You can reset your Walkman even if the display of the Walkman is turned off.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Formatting the storage of your Walkman Delete data such as Google account information and downloaded applications, and reset your Walkman to factory default. If you put a checkmark in the checkbox by tapping [Erase system storage], the following data will be erased: Music and photo data transferred to the Walkman, preinstalled content, the Help_Guide_Installer.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Updating your Walkman Updating your Walkman to the latest version of the system software allows you to use the most recent functions in the optimal environment. You will be notified of system updates by means such as the network. Note It is best to back up data before updating your Walkman. You cannot update your Walkman if you have selected [SD card] as the storage to use. Change the storage setting to [System storage].
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Installing Media Go Install Media Go to your Windows computer. 1. Connect your Walkman to your Windows computer via USB. 2. Make sure that [USB storage in use] is displayed on the screen. Hint If [USB connected] is displayed, tap [Turn on USB storage]. 3. Open the “WALKMAN” folder using the procedure below that corresponds to your computer. Windows 7 or earlier: Select “Start” – “Computer,” and open the “WALKMAN” folder.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Media Go. When you click “Finish” after installation, Media Go automatically starts. Hint During installation, you may be prompted to install additional software components that are necessary to run Media Go. If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the components. When your Windows computer is connected to the Internet, the latest version of Media Go is automatically searched and downloaded.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Installing Content Transfer Install Content Transfer to your Mac computer. 1. Connect your Walkman to your Mac computer via USB. 2. Make sure that [USB storage in use] is displayed on the screen. Hint If [USB connected] is displayed, tap [Turn on USB storage]. 3. Select “WALKMAN” in the sidebar of the Finder. 4. Double-click the “FOR_MAC” folder. 5. Double-click “ContentTransfer.pkg.” The installer starts. 6.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Importing and transferring content from media using Media Go Use Media Go to import and transfer content such as music on your Windows computer. This section explains how to import and transfer music from CDs. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to obtain CD information such as song names and artist names automatically. 1. On your Walkman, select the storage ([System storage] or [SD card]) as the destination for transferring content. 2.
Note Imported content is limited to private use only. Use of content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders. Commercial DVDs and Blu-ray discs cannot be imported into Media Go.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Transferring content using Media Go Transfer content such as music or playlists managed with Media Go on your computer to your Walkman. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. 1. On your Walkman, select the storage ([System storage] or [SD card]) as the destination for transferring content. 2. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB, and then start Media Go. 3.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Transferring iTunes content using Media Go Media Go supports transfer of data from iTunes to your Walkman. Transfer content such as music or playlists managed with iTunes on your computer to the Walkman. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. 1. On your Walkman, select the storage ([System storage] or [SD card]) as the destination for transferring content. 2. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB, and then start Media Go. 3.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Transferring content using Content Transfer Transfer content such as music or playlists on your Mac computer or managed with iTunes to your Walkman. Content with copyright protection cannot be transferred. 1. On your Walkman, select the storage ([System storage] or [SD card]) as the destination for transferring content. 2. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB, and then start Content Transfer. 3.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Transferring content using Explorer Content such as music can be directly transferred by drag-and-drop using Windows Explorer. 1. On your Walkman, select the storage ([System storage] or [SD card]) as the destination for transferring content. 2. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB. 3. Open the “WALKMAN” folder using the procedure below that corresponds to your computer.
Note Do not change folder name or delete the “Music” folder. Some songs may not be played back on your Walkman due to copyright protection. Depending on the language setting of your Walkman, the information of the transferred content may not be displayed correctly.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Transferring content using the Finder Content such as music can be directly transferred by drag-and-drop using the Finder. 1. On your Walkman, select the storage ([System storage] or [SD card]) as the destination for transferring content. 2. Connect your Walkman to a running computer via USB. 3. Select “WALKMAN” in the sidebar of the Finder. 4. Open the folder to which you want to transfer content.
Depending on the language setting of your Walkman, the information of the transferred content may not be displayed correctly.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Making a Bluetooth connection using the NFC function Simply touch your Walkman to a Bluetooth audio device that has the NFC function to automatically turn on the power of the Bluetooth audio device, pair the Walkman and the Bluetooth audio device, and make a Bluetooth connection. 1. Swipe the status bar down, tap - [Settings] - [More] and check that [NFC] is checked. 2. If the Bluetooth audio device has an NFC switch, set the NFC switch to on. 3.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Turning the Bluetooth function on/off To connect Bluetooth audio devices with your Walkman, you first have to turn on the Bluetooth function. Depending on the device, the procedure to establish connection may vary. Refer to the operating instructions of the Bluetooth audio device. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap - [BLUETOOTH] or [BLUETOOTH OFF]. 2. Tap to switch [ON]/[OFF].
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Pairing a Bluetooth audio device To connect with a new Bluetooth audio device, you need to pair with it while the Bluetooth function of your Walkman is on. You only need to do this once between the Walkman and the new Bluetooth audio device. Just turn on the device the next time. 1. Put the Bluetooth audio device you want to connect with in discoverable mode.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting to a Bluetooth audio device Connect a paired Bluetooth audio device with your Walkman while the Bluetooth function is on. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap - [BLUETOOTH]. Make sure the Bluetooth function is on. If not, turn on the Bluetooth function. 2. Tap the name of the device you want to connect with in the [Paired devices] list. [Connected] will be displayed under the name of the device while the device is connected.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 What is Wi-Fi? Wi-Fi (*1) communication is communications technology which allows you to connect wireless LAN devices displaying the Wi-Fi logo and use public wireless LAN service. You can use Wi-Fi to browse the Internet on your Walkman or connect to other communications devices. (*1) Wi-Fi indicates that the compatibility of the wireless LAN device is certified.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Turning Wi-Fi on/off You can use Wi-Fi to browse the Internet on your Walkman. To use Wi-Fi communications with the Walkman, first turn on the Wi-Fi function. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap - [WI-FI] or [WI-FI OFF]. 2. Tap to switch [ON]/[OFF]. Hint To reduce battery consumption, turn off the Wi-Fi function when not in use.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network There are several ways of making a Wi-Fi connection, depending on what type of Wi-Fi router you use. Follow the checklist below to find out how to set up a Wi-Fi connection with your Wi-Fi router. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Internet Modem Wi-Fi router Computer Walkman Question: Does your Wi-Fi router have a WPS button? Yes. No. Go to “Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network from the settings screen If your Wi-Fi router does not support WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), turn on the Wi-Fi function, and then make a Wi-Fi connection by selecting a network from the list of available networks. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap [WI-FI]. Make sure the Wi-Fi function is on. If not, turn on the Wi-Fi function. 2. Tap the network you want to use from the list. 3.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button If your Wi-Fi router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), turn on the Wi-Fi function, and then make a Wi-Fi connection easily by pressing the button. 1. Swipe the status bar down and tap [WI-FI]. Make sure the Wi-Fi function is on. If not, turn on the Wi-Fi function. 2. Tap . A screen to prompt you to press the WPS button on the Wi-Fi router appears. 3.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Checking the Wi-Fi network status You can check the status of a Wi-Fi network by the icon shown in the status bar. : Connected to a Wi-Fi network. : An open network is detected (when Wi-Fi network notification is set to on). Hint You can check the troubleshooting when your Walkman has problems with the Wi-Fi connection, using Fi checker]. Tap [Wi-Fi checker] on the Home screen to display.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Notes on handling your Walkman Warning Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of your Walkman with metallic objects. Do not spill water on your Walkman or allow any foreign object to enter it. This may cause fire or electric shock. If this occurs, turn off the Walkman immediately, disconnect the Walkman from your computer, and consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. Do not place your Walkman in fire.
Refrain from using your Walkman as is requested by in-flight announcements during takeoff or landing in an aircraft. If you see lightning or hear thunder, take off the headphones immediately and refrain from using your Walkman. Never use your Walkman where it will be subjected to extreme light, temperatures, humidity or vibration. For example, never leave the Walkman in a car parked in the sun or in direct sunlight. It may become discolored, distorted or damaged.
Walkman or computer. Notes on storing lithium-ion rechargeable batteries A lithium-ion rechargeable battery is built into your Walkman. When you store it for a long period of time, be sure to follow the storage instructions below. Leaving a charged battery unused for a long period of time causes deterioration of the battery and results in a decrease of battery capacity.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Notes on headphones Road safety Avoid listening with your headphones in situations where hearing must not be impaired. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using the headphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud, and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. Do not turn the volume up high all at once, especially when using headphones.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Notes on the software Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it, in whole or in part, or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder. In no event will Sony be liable for any financial damage or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the supplied software. The supplied software cannot be used with equipment other than that to which it is designated.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Maintenance of your Walkman Clean your Walkman with a soft cloth, such as a cleaning cloth for eyeglasses. If the headphone plug is dirty, it may cause noise or sound skipping. To enjoy listening with good sound, wipe the headphone plug occasionally with a soft dry cloth.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Customer support website If you have any questions or issues with your Walkman, or would like information on compatible items with the Walkman, visit one of the following websites. For customers in the USA: http://www.sony.com/walkmansupport For customers in Canada: English http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ French http://www.sony.ca/ElectronicsSupport/ For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/index.
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Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Specifications Platform Android™ 4.2 Display Size/resolution 4.0-inch (10.2 cm)/FWVGA (854 × 480 Pixels) Panel type TFT color display Interface USB Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Headphone Stereo mini-jack WM-PORT WM-PORT (multiple connecting terminal): 22 pins External memory microSD (up to 2 GB) microSDHC (up to 32 GB) microSDXC (64 GB and more) Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n Bluetooth Communication system: Bluetooth specification version 3.
Monaural Output (headphones) Frequency response 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz Sound Effects ClearAudio+ (On/Off) Equalizer Clear Bass Surround sound DSEE HX (On/Off) Dynamic normalizer (On/Off) Power Source Built-in Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery USB power (from a computer via a USB connector of the player) Charging Time USB-based charging Approx. 4.5 hours Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 ºF to 95 ºF) Dimensions w/h/d, projecting parts not included XX.X mm × XX.X mm × XX.X mm (The thinnest part: x.
(*2) Actual available memory for application software includes the memory space which is used for factory-preinstalled applications.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Battery life The time below may differ depending on ambient temperature or the status of use. Battery Life (continuous playback) Actual battery life may vary depending on settings. The estimated battery usage hours shown below are based on typical usage conditions with “Settings for battery life measurement” as shown below. Music MP3 128 kbps Bluetooth ON: Approx. XX Hrs Bluetooth OFF: Approx. XX Hrs Linear PCM 1,411 kbps Bluetooth ON: Approx.
Direct REC MP3 128 kbps Approx. XX Hrs Note Even if the player is turned off for an extended period, a small amount of battery power is still consumed. Battery life may vary depending on volume setting, conditions of use and ambient temperature.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Maximum recordable number of songs and time (Approx.) The approximate times are based on the case in which you transfer or record only 4 minute songs. Number MP3 128 kbps: Approx. 20,000 songs Linear PCM 1,411 kbps: Approx. 2,700 songs FLAC 96 kHz/24 bit: Approx. 800 songs FLAC 192 kHz/24 bit: Approx. 400 songs DSD 2.8224 MHz/1 bit: Approx. 600 songs DSD 5.6448 MHz/1 bit: Approx. 300 songs Time MP3 128 kbps: Approx. 1,333 hr. 20 min.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Maximum recordable time of videos (Approx.) The approximate times are estimated in the case where only videos are transferred. The time may differ, depending on the conditions under which the player is used. Video: 384 kbps/Music: 128 kbps Approx. 462 hr. 20 min.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Supported formats Music (Music player) Audio Formats MP3 Media File format: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3) file format File extension: .mp3 Bit rate: 32 kbps to 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sample frequency (*1): 32, 44.1, 48 kHz WMA (*2)(*6) Media File format: ASF file format File extension: .
Bit rate: 32 kbps to 144 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) (*4) Sample frequency (*1): 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz Apple Lossless (*6) Media File format: MP4 file format File extension: .m4a, .mp4 Bit depth: 16 bit, 24 bit Sample frequency (*1): 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz AIFF Media File format: AIFF file format File extension: .aif, .aiff, .afc, .aifc Bit depth: 16 bit, 24 bit Sample frequency (*1): 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.
Audio Formats AAC-LC (for AVC, MPEG-4) Bit rate: 32 kbps to 144 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) (*4) Sample frequency (*1): 8, 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz WMA (for Windows Media Video 9) Bit rate: 5 kbps to 384 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR)) Sample frequency (*1): 8 kHz to 48 kHz Photo (*8) (Photo Viewer) Photo Formats JPEG Media File format: Compatible with DCF 2.0/Exif 2.21 file format File extension: .jpg, .jpeg Profile: Baseline Profile Number of pixels: Max.
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 System requirements Computer Windows Vista® Home Basic (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows Vista® Home Premium (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows Vista® Business (Service Pack 2 or later) Windows Vista® Ultimate (Service Pack 2 or later) 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 Pac
Help Guide How to Use Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Contents List of accessories and manuals supplied with your Walkman. Walkman (1) USB cable (1) Leather Carrying Case (1) Spacer (1) Quick Start Guide Headphones and microSD Card are not supplied with your Walkman. About the genuine leather carrying case This product is made of genuine leather. Unlike artificial leather, genuine leather may have scratches, wrinkles, or vein marks on the surface. Every case has a unique appearance and color.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 What can I do to solve a problem? If your Walkman does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue. Before resetting your Walkman, disconnect the Walkman from your computer and check that no content such as music is being played back. Otherwise, the data may be damaged. You can then reset the Walkman safely. 1. Check the topic on the issue in “Q&A.” 2. Connect your Walkman to your computer to charge the battery.
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Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Your Walkman does not operate or the power does not turn on. If you transfer a lot of content such as music to your Walkman at once, it will take time to build the database on the Walkman. Make sure that the power is on. If not, press the button. If your Walkman contains moisture condensation, wait a few hours to let the Walkman dry out. If the remaining battery power is low or insufficient, charge the battery.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 You want your Walkman screen to stay on longer before it turns off automatically. Swipe the status bar down, tap - [Settings] - [ Display] - [Sleep] and select the desired time.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 A drink (water, coffee, etc.) was spilled on your Walkman, or the Walkman was washed in the washing machine. If you spill a drink on your Walkman or wash it in a washing machine, liquid may get inside the Walkman. Stop using the Walkman immediately and consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 An alarm (beep) is heard and the message [Check the volume level] is displayed. You can turn up the volume after canceling the alarm and warning. After the initial warning, the alarm and warning repeat every 20 cumulative hours that the volume is set to a level that is harmful for your ears. When this happens, the volume is turned down automatically.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 There is no sound. Check that the [Master] volume is not set to zero. Check that the [Music, video, games, & other media] volume is not set to zero. Sound is not emitted from the headphones connected to the headphone jack when a Bluetooth audio device is connected via a Bluetooth connection. If there is no sound from a Bluetooth audio device, pairing or connection may not have been completed. Check the Bluetooth connection.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Volume cannot be turned up, or the volume remains low when the playback volume is turned up. Swipe the status bar down, tap [Settings] - [ Sound] - [Volumes] and then slide [Music, video, games, & other media] to increase the volume. If the AVLS (Volume Limit) setting is activated, deactivate it. When listening on a Bluetooth audio device, turn up the volume control of the Bluetooth audio device.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 The rechargeable battery needs to be replaced. To replace rechargeable batteries, your Walkman needs to be taken apart professionally. Do not take apart the Walkman by yourself. Consult your nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center for replacement of rechargeable batteries.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 The battery life is short. If your Walkman is used in an environment where the temperature is below 5 °C (41 ºF), the battery life becomes shorter due to characteristics of the battery. This is not a malfunction. Charge the battery until it is full. More battery power is consumed when the Bluetooth function is used. More battery power is consumed when the Wi-Fi function is used. More battery power is consumed when the GPS function is used.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 The computer does not recognize your Walkman. If the remaining battery power is low, charge the battery. When you use your Walkman for the first time, or if you have not used the Walkman for a long time, it may take a few minutes to be recognized by the computer. Check that the computer recognizes the Walkman after you have connected it to the computer for about 10 minutes.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 The computer does not recognize a microSD card inserted in your Walkman. Change the setting to [SD card] as the storage to use. Make sure that no data is being transferred by checking your Walkman screen. Disconnect the USB cable from your computer, and then connect it again. Back up all of the data on the microSD card (not supplied) to your computer, and then initialize the microSD card with your Walkman.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 You cannot install software to your computer. Media Go can be also obtained by downloading it via the Internet. If you cannot find the “MediaGo_WM(.exe)” file or the installation does not start even though you double-clicked the file, download Media Go from the following website and install it by following the on-screen instructions. http://mediago.sony.com/enu/ If other software is running, it may interfere with the installation.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Content such as music cannot be transferred from the computer to your Walkman. Check that the USB connection to the computer is made properly. Use the supplied USB cable. You may not be able to transfer content when using a USB hub. Connect directly to the USB connector on your computer. The version of the installed software may be earlier than that of the supplied Media Go. Install the supplied Media Go or the latest version through the Internet.
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Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Pairing cannot be done. Pair the devices within the Bluetooth communications range. If the supported profiles are different, your Walkman and Bluetooth device cannot be paired. See "Specifications." Your Walkman cannot be paired if the number of paired devices exceeds the maximum number. If you want to pair another device, delete unnecessary paired devices in advance.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 You cannot connect via the Bluetooth function. Turn on the Bluetooth device and set it up for a Bluetooth connection. Your Walkman cannot connect with devices that are not paired. Check that the Walkman has been paired with the Bluetooth device. Place your Walkman and the Bluetooth device within 1 meter of each other and turn on the Bluetooth device.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 You cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network. To connect to a Wi-Fi network, you need to subscribe to an Internet service provider and obtain access to the Internet via wireless LAN. For details on how to connect to a Wi-Fi network, see “Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network.” If you have configured the Wi-Fi settings correctly and still cannot connect to any Wi-Fi network, take the following measures. Check the connection using the [Wi-Fi checker].
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Your Walkman does not recognize a microSD card that is inserted. The microSD card (not supplied) is not inserted correctly. Remove the microSD card and reinsert it. The contact pins of the microSD card are not clean. Clean the contact pins of the microSD card using a dry cloth or cotton bud and reinsert the microSD card. The microSD card has been formatted in an unsupported format.
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Music content cannot be transferred using Media Go. Music content with copyright protection cannot be transferred to a microSD card (not supplied).
Help Guide Troubleshooting Digital Media Player NW-ZX2 Videos cannot be transferred using the “Take along” transfer function. You cannot transfer videos to a microSD card using the “Take along” transfer function.
