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Digital Media Player
NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2
Model: YY1298B/ YY1299B
Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your player.
The color of the player sold in some countries/regions may differ from those shown above.
The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
Getting Started
Before first use
Manuals and general information
Checking the contents of the package
Using the supplied accessories
Using the headphone jack caps
Using the leather case
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Model: YY1298B/ YY1299B Use this manual when you have trouble or when you need to know how to use your player. The color of the player sold in some countries/regions may differ from those shown above.
  • Page 2 Configuring the initial setup Power and Charging Turning the power on Turning the power off Preventing unintentional operations (HOLD) Charging the battery Extending the battery lifespan Reducing the battery consumption Notes on charging the battery microSD Cards Using a microSD card Notes on microSD cards Basic Operations Parts and controls...
  • Page 3 Setting the screen lock Adjusting the volume Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives Transferring Music Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using a computer Using a Windows computer Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Importing content from “Music player”...
  • Page 4 Displaying lyrics Managing playlists in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” Managing Favorites in “Music player” Deleting tracks from “Music player” Enjoying music with Bluetooth devices Connecting the player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function...
  • Page 5 General Information Maintenance Customer support website Specifications Specifications Battery life Maximum recordable number of songs Supported formats System requirements 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 6 The screen images and illustrations in this [Help Guide] are for reference only. They may differ from the actual product or onscreen display. Unless otherwise specified, the screen images and illustrations in this [Help Guide] depict the NW-WM1AM2. Unless otherwise specified, the home screen images in this [Help Guide] are images of the [WALKMAN Home] screen.
  • Page 7 Related Topic Manuals and general information System requirements Charging the battery Notes on handling the player Notes on the headphones Notes on the built-in battery Notes on the sample data General Information Maintenance Customer support website 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Manuals and general information Sony provides the following manuals and information regarding the player. The provided manuals explain the following operations and functions. Reference Guide (printed) Notes on using the player Compliance information How to access [Important Information] Operating Instructions (printed) Basic steps to start listening to music after you purchase the player.
  • Page 10 Headphones and a microSD card are not supplied with the Walkman. Models to sell vary by country or region. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Customer support website 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 : Headphone jack cap (Stereo Mini) : Headphone jack (Stereo Mini) The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Checking the contents of the package 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Using the leather case (Only for models supplied with a leather case) Attaching the leather case Insert the player from the top of the leather case. ( Fold the band over the player and insert it between the player and the leather case. ( Detaching the leather case Pull out the band.
  • Page 13 Consult your doctor before using this product if you use any such medical device. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Checking the contents of the package 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 14 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Configuring the initial setup When you turn on the player for the first time, a screen for the initial setup will appear. The following items can be set as necessary later. Wi-Fi setup Google™ Account...
  • Page 15 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Setting up a Google Account Charging the battery [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen Switching the home screen 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 16 The player may not turn on if the battery level is low. Charge the player for about 30 minutes. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Configuring the initial setup Charging the battery Turning the power off 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 [Settings] － [Battery] － [Auto power off]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Turning the power on 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 (power) button to turn off the screen. You can prevent unintentional operations on the touch screen. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Parts and controls 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 19 Charge the player sufficiently. The computer will recognize the player after about 30 minutes of charging. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Reducing the battery consumption Notes on charging the battery Specifications 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Charging the battery 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Charging the battery Turning the power off Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Notes on the built-in battery Displaying lyrics Battery life 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 22 When the battery is sufficiently charged but the battery life has dropped to about half of its normal span, the battery may be worn out. Contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The computer may not recognize the player in the following situations.
  • Page 23 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Charging the battery Extending the battery lifespan Reducing the battery consumption Notes on the built-in battery Battery life 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 24 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Using a microSD card This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Inserting a microSD card into the player. Formatting a microSD card on the player. To use a microSD card on the player, you first need to format the microSD card on the player.
  • Page 25 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete formatting. To remove the microSD card Before you remove a microSD card from the player, first unmount the microSD card from the player. Swipe the [WALKMAN Home] screen upwards. Tap the menu items in the following order. [Settings] －...
  • Page 26 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Notes on microSD cards Formatting a microSD card 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 27 NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Notes on microSD cards Use a microSD card that has been formatted on the player. Sony does not guarantee the operation of other microSD cards. Sony does not guarantee all operations for microSD cards that are used on multiple devices.
  • Page 28 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Using a microSD card Formatting a microSD card 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 29 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Parts and controls Touch screen Tap icons or items on the screen to operate the player. Charge lamp The lamp lights up while the player is charging. USB Type-C port Connect the player to a running computer with the supplied USB Type-C cable. You can charge the player or enjoy the music on a computer with the USB-DAC function.
  • Page 30 Standard) will be prioritized. Passive headphones: Headphones without a Noise canceling function or Bluetooth function. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 31 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 [WALKMAN Home] screen The [WALKMAN Home] screen is a home screen customized for music playback. It features the Music player widget so that you can control music playback without launching an app. Also, the apps related to music are displayed.
  • Page 32 Select the desired home screen. Note Please note that Sony does not accept responsibility for any problems due to apps or services from other companies. Check the terms of service from each provider before use. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
  • Page 33 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Android Home screen Widgets, shortcuts, folders, and more are displayed on the Android Home screen. Status bar The status of the player and notifications appear as icons. Swipe down on the status bar to display the notification panel and the Quick Settings panel.
  • Page 34 Use the app to launch Google Chrome and view websites. Note Please note that Sony does not accept responsibility for any problems due to apps or services from other companies. Check the terms of service from each provider before use.
  • Page 35 You can search for the desired app. Enter the name of the app in the input field at the top of the All Apps screen. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36 Depending on the function, the setting screen opens when you hold down the icon. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37 Swipe the home screen to the left or right. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Configuring the initial setup [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 How to use the various screens of “Music player” “Music player” is a music app preinstalled on the player. Enjoy listening to the following music content. The music content purchased from online music services by connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 39 Playback screen You can confirm a variety of information for the currently selected track. Library screen You can select tracks from the library screen. Tracks are classified into various categories (such as [All songs], [Album], [Artist], etc.). Play queue screen You can check and edit the list of tracks that the player will play.
  • Page 40 Sound adjustment screens You can use the various sound adjustments. You can save up to 10 customized sound adjustments as [Saved sound settings]. Equalizer DSEE Ultimate™ DC Phase Linearizer Dynamic Normalizer Vinyl Processor DSD Remastering Hint You can also check how to switch the screen in the operating guide. On the playback screen, tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 41 Playback screen in “Music player” Play queue screen in “Music player” Favorites screen in “Music player” Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” Enjoying music content on a computer using the sound quality of the player (USB-DAC function) 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 42 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Library screen in “Music player” You can select tracks from the library screen. Tracks are classified into various categories (such as [All songs], [Album], [Artist], etc.). To display the library screen Swipe the playback screen in “Music player” downwards. Alternatively, tap (Library top) button in the top right of the screen.
  • Page 43 Subcategories or track list After you select a music category, select a subcategory until you find the desired track. You can check the codecs for tracks, such as FLAC. Codecs for High-Resolution Audio formats appear in color. Shuffle playback button Tap to start shuffle playback with the displayed track list as the playback range.
  • Page 44 Playing music Play queue screen in “Music player” Managing playlists in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” Managing Favorites in “Music player” USB-DAC screen in “Music player” 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Playback screen in “Music player” You can confirm a variety of information for the currently selected track. During playback, the background color of the screen changes to match the base color of the cover art.
  • Page 46 (Options) to display the option menu. Displayed items may differ depending on the settings. Settings Select the item to display the Settings menu for “Music player”. Add to playlist Select the item to add the current track to a playlist. Search related Select the item to search for content related to the current track, such as tracks on the same album and albums from the same artist.
  • Page 47 How to use the various screens of “Music player” Playing music Playback methods Managing playlists in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” Managing Favorites in “Music player” Displaying lyrics 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Play queue screen in “Music player” You can check and edit the list of tracks that the player will play. To display the play queue screen Swipe the playback screen in “Music player” to the right.
  • Page 49 Edit song order Select the item to change the order of tracks in the current play queue. Drag and drop the reordering icons on the left sides of the tracks until they are in the desired order. Add to playlist Select the item to add all tracks in the current play queue to a playlist.
  • Page 50 Managing Favorites in “Music player” 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Favorites screen in “Music player” You can play tracks/albums/playlists that you have added to Favorites. You can also change the order of items in the content list. To display the favorites screen Swipe the playback screen in “Music player” to the left.
  • Page 52 Add to playlist Select the item to add all tracks in Favorites to a playlist. Play next Select the item to add all tracks in Favorites to the position after the current track in the play queue. Add to the end of Play queue Select the item to add all tracks in Favorites to the end of the play queue.
  • Page 53 How to use the various screens of “Music player” Playing music Playback methods Managing playlists in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” Managing Favorites in “Music player” 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 54 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” You can use various sound adjustments. You can quickly access the sound adjustment screens from the playback screen in “Music player”. In this case, you do not need to launch the [Sound adjustment] app. You can save up to 10 customized sound adjustments as [Saved sound settings].
  • Page 55 You can swipe any of the sound adjustment screens downwards to return to the playback screen. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens of “Music player” Adjusting the sound 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 56 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 List of icons displayed in the status bar In the status bar, the various statuses of the player appear as icons. Updating the database of “Music player”. microSD card mounted HOLD indicator Bluetooth function...
  • Page 57 [WALKMAN Home] screen Android Home screen 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 You can view information on enjoying content in high sound quality. On the [WALKMAN Home] screen, tap [Guide to quality sound]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 Note Be careful not to forget your unlocking code. The information solely belongs to the customer, not to Sony. If you forget how to unlock the screen, contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center. The player will be formatted at a fee to erase the screen lock information.
  • Page 60 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume for “Music player”. Press or hold down the +/– (volume) buttons ( To adjust the volume with the volume dialog Turn on the screen of the player. Press the +/– (volume) buttons ( ) to display the volume panel.
  • Page 61 The volume for the current sound output ( ) will be adjusted. You can also tap or hold down +/– (volume) ( ) to adjust the volume. Hint You can also display the volume dialog from the Quick Settings panel. On the [WALKMAN Home] screen, swipe down on the status bar twice.
  • Page 62 Related Topic Volume operation in compliance with European and Korean Directives 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 The alarm will not sound when there is an active Bluetooth connection. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Adjusting the volume 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Preparing music content Before you enjoy music content with the player, you need to prepare the music content. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player.
  • Page 65 Start importing music content. For details on the procedure, see [How to use] on the Music Center for PC support website. (https://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Importing music content stored on an external media device to a computer Use an external media device that contains music content.
  • Page 66 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using the player Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content using Mac computer 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC System requirements 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC You can transfer music content that is stored on a Windows computer to the player via Music Center for PC. Note Ensure that the software version of Music Center for PC is 2.4 or later. In earlier versions, Music Center for PC will not recognize the player.
  • Page 70 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Preparing music content Purchasing High-Resolution Audio content by using a computer Transferring content using Windows Explorer Playing music Supported formats 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Transferring content using Windows Explorer You can transfer music content directly by dragging and dropping it from Windows Explorer. “Music player” can only play the audio for video content. Note If you connect the player to a battery-powered computer, the battery of the computer will deplete. When you connect the player to a computer for a long period of time, connect the computer to an AC power supply.
  • Page 72 There is an instructional video for the following operations. Transferring music content. Visit the following link. https://rd1.sony.net/help/dmp/mov0007/h_zz/ The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Preparing music content...
  • Page 73 Playing music Supported formats 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 74 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Importing content from “Music player” to Music Center for PC Note Ensure that the software version of Music Center for PC is 2.4 or later. In earlier versions, Music Center for PC will not recognize the player.
  • Page 75 Do not shut down the computer. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) Playing music Supported formats 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 [Music] folder of the player ( Note You can transfer music content to the player with Android File Transfer. However, Sony does not guarantee all functions. Android File Transfer may become unavailable due to future updates of the macOS or Android File Transfer.
  • Page 77 Related Topic Preparing music content Supported formats 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Adding lyric information using a computer You can input lyrics to a text file (an LRC file). Transfer both the text file (LRC file) and the music file to the player. Creating lyrics in a text file (LRC file) Open the [Notepad] in Windows Accessories.
  • Page 79 Use of LRC files for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Obtaining lyric information Displaying lyrics 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 Do not rename the following default folders. Otherwise, “Music player” will not recognize the folders. Music The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Connect the player to a Wi-Fi network to enjoy the following. Music streaming services Music downloads Swipe the [WALKMAN Home] screen upwards. Tap the menu items in the following order.
  • Page 82 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Notes on security when connecting to the internet Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 Signing in to a Google Account. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Purchasing music content from online music services by using the player If you connect the player to a Wi-Fi network, you can purchase music content from online music services. You need to install an online music service app in advance.
  • Page 85 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 High-Resolution Audio content is indicated with an icon ( ) on “Music player”. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 [YouTube Music] The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Setting up a Google Account 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Note You need to update both the Sony | Headphones Connect app and the system software of the player to the latest version. Requires a subscription to a music-streaming service – subscription fees apply. Some services may not be available in certain countries/regions.
  • Page 89 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Notes on Wi-Fi connections Local regulations may restrict the use of Wi-Fi devices in some countries or regions. Wi-Fi devices work on the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Various devices use these bands. Wi-Fi devices use technology to minimize radio interference from other devices on the same band.
  • Page 91 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 LAN terminal in the wall LAN cable Router Wireless LAN The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Playing music To play tracks, first select a category. You need to prepare music content in advance. You can purchase music content from online music services. Also, you can transfer music content from a computer to the player.
  • Page 94 Playback screen in “Music player” Play queue screen in “Music player” Preparing music content Transferring content from a Windows computer using Music Center for PC Transferring content using Windows Explorer Transferring content using Mac computer Playback methods 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Playback methods This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Selecting the playback mode. Setting the playback range. The relationship between playback mode and playback range. Selecting the playback mode On the playback screen in “Music player”, tap the area ( ) to select a playback mode.
  • Page 96 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic How to use the various screens of “Music player” Playback screen in “Music player” Playing music 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 Lyric information is limited to private use only. Use of lyric content for other purposes requires the permission of the copyright holders. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Displaying lyrics Adding lyric information using a computer 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 (Options) － [Display lyrics]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Obtaining lyric information Adding lyric information using a computer 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Managing playlists in “Music player” You can collect tracks and save them as a playlist in “Music player”. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Creating a playlist in “Music player”. Listening to a playlist in “Music player”.
  • Page 100 Editing a playlist in “Music player” On the library screen in “Music player”, tap [Playlists] to display the list of playlists. Playlist created in “Music player” Playlist transferred from the computer Tap a playlist created in “Music player” ( ) to display the track list. Perform one of the following.
  • Page 101 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Library screen in “Music player” Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Importing playlists from a Windows computer, playing, or deleting playlists in “Music player” You can import playlists stored on a Windows computer to “Music player”. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Importing playlists stored on a Windows computer to “Music player”.
  • Page 103 On the library screen in “Music player”, tap [Playlists] to display the list of playlists. Tap the desired playlist. Tap the desired track. Deleting a playlist from “Music player” On the library screen in “Music player”, tap [Playlists] to display the list of playlists. Playlist created in “Music player”...
  • Page 104 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 105 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Managing Favorites in “Music player” You can add your favorite tracks/albums/playlists to Favorites. This topic includes instructions for the following operations. Adding tracks/albums/playlists to Favorites. Listening to tracks/albums/playlists in Favorites. Removing tracks/albums/playlists from Favorites.
  • Page 106 (Options) － [Remove all]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Playback screen in “Music player” Favorites screen in “Music player” 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107 When you delete tracks using Windows Explorer, do not delete or rename the default folder (such as [Music]). Otherwise, “Music player” will not recognize the content. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Library screen in “Music player” 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Connecting the player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time The BLUETOOTH® function enables wireless connections between devices. The devices need to support Bluetooth wireless technology. A wireless connection is possible at a range of up to 10 meters (32.8 feet) in an open area.
  • Page 109 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 110 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device If the player and a Bluetooth device have been paired before, the Bluetooth device is registered to the player. You can connect the player and the Bluetooth device easily.
  • Page 111 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Configuring the Bluetooth function Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Connecting the player to an unpaired Bluetooth device for the first time Connecting the player to a paired Bluetooth device Notes on the Bluetooth function 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 The player supports security functions that comply with the Bluetooth standard. Sony bears no responsibility whatsoever for information leaks that occur as a result of your Bluetooth connection. Even if a Bluetooth device conforms to the standard, all connections and correct operations are not guaranteed.
  • Page 114 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Parts and controls 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 Windows: Music Center for PC: To install the application, access the customer support website. (https://www.sony.net/smc4pc/) Sony Audio USB Driver (Windows): Access the customer support website to install Sony Audio USB Driver (Windows). Follow the onscreen instructions. Mac: Hi-Res Audio Player for Mac: Access the customer support website to install the application. Follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 116 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Installing Music Center for PC (Windows) USB-DAC screen in “Music player” Adjusting the sound Customer support website 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 USB-DAC screen in “Music player” You can use the player as a USB-DAC device. Use this function to listen to music content on a computer. To switch to the USB-DAC function On the library screen in the “Music player”, tap [USB DAC].
  • Page 118 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Enjoying music content on a computer using the sound quality of the player (USB-DAC function) 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Adjusting the sound The player has various settings for adjusting the sound. You can save up to 10 customized sound adjustments as [Saved sound settings]. There are two options to adjust the sound. “Sound adjustment” app.
  • Page 120 You can load or check the [Saved sound settings] that you have saved. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Sound adjustment screens for “Music player” 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 Down-converted playback at 48 kHz/16 bit Note The [High-Res streaming] function does not support all online music service apps. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Settings menu in “Music player” You can adjust the following settings from the Settings menu in “Music player”. To open the Settings menu, tap the menu items in the following order. (Options) － [Settings].
  • Page 123 Balanced standard: Reset settings Reset Sound adjustment settings About Music player The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 (power) button for 10 seconds to force the player to restart. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Formatting the player 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 (Context menu) － [Detailed song information]. Note Sony does not guarantee performance if you format the memory of the player using a computer. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
  • Page 126 Related Topic Restarting the player 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 When you use a microSD card on the player for the first time, format the microSD card with the player. Otherwise, some functions of the player may be limited. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 128 Tap the menu items in the following order. [Settings] － [About device]. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Updating the system software 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Charging the battery Connecting the player to a Wi-Fi network Customer support website Checking information on the player 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 130 Consult a doctor if you become injured or burned from using the product. Contact the nearest Sony dealer or Sony Service Center if the player does not operate properly. Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, an explosion, fire, electric shock, burns, or injury may result.
  • Page 131 Content that you record is for personal use only. Under copyright law, the content cannot be used without the permission of the copyright holder. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 132 Consideration for others Avoid using the player in environments where sound leakage will disturb others. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 133 If the liquid contacts your body or clothes, wash the liquid off immediately with clean water. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 134 Sample data is not installed in some countries or regions. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. Related Topic Formatting the player 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 135 This effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural materials. Sony is not responsible for user data even if the following problems occur due to defects in the player or a computer. Recording or downloading of data is incomplete.
  • Page 136 The gold-plated parts are more sensitive than regular plated parts. When you clean the product, Sony recommends working on a tabletop covered with a soft cloth to prevent scratches. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications.
  • Page 137 For customers in Asia-Pacific, Oceania, the Middle East and Africa: https://www.sony-asia.com/support For customers who purchased the overseas models: https://www.sony.co.jp/overseas/support/ The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 138 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Specifications Display Size 12.7 cm (5.0-inch) Resolution HD (1280 × 720 Pixels) Panel type TFT color display with white LED-backlight Touch panel Supported Interface Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen1 compliant) Headphone Stereo mini jack, Balanced standard jack...
  • Page 139 NW-WM1AM2: Approx. 75.6 mm × 141.4 mm × 20.8 mm (2.98 inches × 5.57 inches × 0.82 inches) NW-WM1ZM2: Approx. 75.6 mm × 141.4 mm × 20.8 mm (2.98 inches × 5.57 inches × 0.82 inches) w/h/d NW-WM1AM2: Approx.
  • Page 140 The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 141 Help Guide Digital Media Player NW-WM1AM2/NW-WM1ZM2 Battery life Music (when using “Music player”) Stereo mini jack MP3 (128 kbps) Approx. 40 hours AAC (256 kbps) Approx. 40 hours WAV (44.1 kHz/16 bit) Approx. 40 hours FLAC (44.1 kHz/16 bit) Approx. 40 hours FLAC (96 kHz/24 bit) Approx.
  • Page 142 The battery life may become about 20% shorter when the [High-Res streaming] function is active. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 143 This product is confirmed to operate normally with up to a total of 20,000 tracks stored in the main memory and on the microSD card. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 144 This product recognizes audio sources exceeding CD quality (44.1 kHz/16 bit quantization) and DAT quality (48 kHz/16 bit quantization) as High-Resolution Audio. The “HR” symbol is displayed for High-Resolution Audio. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 145 Please check the supported OS from the support page. Additional software is required to operate on a Mac. The contents of the Help Guide may be subject to change without notice due to updates to the product's specifications. 5-031-748-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

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