Page 2 - Playing music
Connecting to a computer [19] Connecting speakers [20] Connecting an amplifier [21] Connecting other playback equipment [22] Connecting an external hard disk drive [23] Connecting headphones [24] Network connections (wired LAN) Required network environment [25] Connecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to a n...
Page 3 - Internet radio; Useful functions
Registered music file information [42] Standby modes [43] Listening to the sound from externally connected devices [44] Internet radio Listening to the TuneIn Internet radio programs [45] Listening to the vTuner Internet radio programs [46] Useful functions Deleting music files from the HDD AUDIO PL...
Page 4 - Backups; Troubleshooting
Audio Settings [64] System Settings [65] Network Update [66] Backups Backing up data [67] Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Windows) [68] Backing up music files in the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer (for Mac) [69] Returning backup music files from your computer ...
Page 5 - Features of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM; High quality audio playback
Standby modes [87] Forced shutdown of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER [88] Messages for protecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER [89] Other messages [90] When a notification about a new version of the software appears on the display [91] Customer support websites [92] [1] About the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM Features of t...
Page 6 - Easy operation with your smartphone or tablet; Playable audio file formats
The HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM can play High-Resolution Audio files such as 192 kHz/24 bit, 96 kHz/24 bit, or DSD (Direct Stream Digital) audio files. Furthermore, the HDD AUDIO PLAYER SYSTEM gives a more natural and expansive sound to compressed audio files, such as MP3s, by restoring high -frequency ...
Page 8 - How to make and enter selections; How to input characters
Note No copy protected files in any of the above formats can be played. If you transfer copy protected files to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, music information of the copy protected files will appear in gray and you will not be able to select it. Only 2ch files in the above formats are supported. Playing fo...
Page 9 - OS
A: Character input area B: Keyboard area C: OK 1. Turn the jog dial left or right to select a character in the keyboard area, and then push the jog dial in to enter the selection. 2. Repeat the operations in step 1 to enter a text string. 3. When the character input is done, turn the jog dial left o...
Page 10 - Screen resolution; Required network environment
Windows 8.1 Windows 8 Windows 8 Pro Windows 7 Starter Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Home Basic Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Home Premium Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Professional Service Pack 1 or later Windows 7 Ultimate Service Pack 1 or later Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 2 ...
Page 11 - Compatible standards:
LAN (10/100/1000) port: 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T (The network speed may differ depending on the network environment.) LAN cable: We recommend using a LAN cable that is Cat5 or higher. A normal-type cable is also recommended, as some flat-type LAN cables are easily affected by noise. If the rec...
Page 12 - Supplied accessories; What you can do using HAP Music Transfer; Downloading HAP Music Transfer
When the data transfer rate is not as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the rate. If a communication failure occurs while transferring music files, updating the firmware of your access point may improve the communication status. [7] About the HDD AUDIO ...
Page 13 - HDD Audio Remote; What you can do using HDD Audio Remote; Downloading HDD Audio Remote; Help for HAP Music Transfer/HDD Audio Remote
[9] Supported applications HDD Audio Remote What you can do using HDD Audio Remote You can operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using your smartphone or tablet by installing HDD Audio Remote, a dedicated application for smartphones and tablets. HDD Audio Remote allows you to browse and play audio files stor...
Page 14 - AUDIO PLAYER
AUDIO PLAYER After you purchase the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, you need to connect the external equipment and configure settings before you can listen to music. 1. Prep 1. Connecting speakers. 2. Prep 2. Connecting to a network with a LAN cable (only when using a wired LAN). Make a wired connection between t...
Page 15 - Prep 1. Connecting speakers; Prep 2. Connecting to a network with a LAN cable (only
It may take a while before the file registration is completed, as transferring, analyzing and registering music files takes time when a large number of music files are transferred to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. [12] Preparations Prep 1. Connecting speakers First, you need to connect speakers to the HDD AU...
Page 16 - when using a wired LAN); Prep 3. Turning on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER
when using a wired LAN) You need to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to the same network as your computer. We recommend using a wired LAN connection when you transfer music files stored on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for the first time. Connect the LAN cable (only one cable is supplied) betwee...
Page 17 - Prep 5. Configuring the settings of a computer to use
2. Press to turn on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. The power lamp lights up in green. [15] Preparations Prep 4. Configuring the initial settings of the HDDAUDIO PLAYER When you turn on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER for the first time, it automatically enters the initial settings mode. You can configure the initial se...
Page 18 - HAP Music Transfer
HAP Music Transfer You can transfer music files managed on your computer to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER using HAP Music Transfer. The music files are saved in the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER, so you can enjoy playing tracks without worrying about the status of the network connection, even if th...
Page 19 - Preparing the remote control; Connecting to a computer
Downloading HDD Audio Remote Download HDD Audio Remote from the following websites: For Android devices: Google Play For iPhone/iPod touch/iPad: App Store [18] Preparations Preparing the remote control Open the lid of the remote control and insert two R03 (size-AAA) batteries. Place the batteries so...
Page 20 - Using a wired LAN connection
You need to connect the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer through a wired LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Hint A wired LAN connection enables you to transfer music files more quickly. Using a wired LAN is especially recommended when transferring large volumes of data, such as when transferring music fi...
Page 21 - Connecting speakers
: Internet : Modem : Router : HDD AUDIO PLAYER : Computer [20] Connections Connecting speakers You need to connect speakers to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is unplugged when connecting any other cord. Connect speakers to the SPEAKER...
Page 22 - Connecting an amplifier
[21] Connections Connecting an amplifier The HDD AUDIO PLAYER has an internal amplifier, but you can connect an external amplifier as well. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is unplugged when connecting any other cord. Connect an amplifier to the D/A DIRECT ・...
Page 23 - Connecting other playback equipment; When connecting through the OPTICAL IN jack
[22] Connections Connecting other playback equipment You can connect other playback equipment such as the Super Audio CD player to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER and enjoy playback from that equipment through the speakers or headphones of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead...
Page 24 - When connecting through LINE IN jacks; Connecting an external hard disk drive
: COAXIAL IN jack of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER : Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) : Coaxial digital output jack of other equipment When connecting through LINE IN jacks : LINE IN jacks of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER : Audio cord (not supplied) : Analog output jacks of other equipment [23] Connections Connec...
Page 25 - Connecting headphones
Connect an external hard disk drive to the EXT port on the rear panel of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER as shown below. : EXT port of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER : External hard disk drive (USB storage) [24] Connections Connecting headphones You can connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel of the HDD...
Page 31 - If connecting to a new access point
If setting up a network connection by searching your accesspoint You can search for available access points that are already configured and select a network name (SSID) from the search results. Confirm the network name (SSID) and security key (WEP key or WPA key) of your wireless LAN router/access p...
Page 37 - Download site of HAP Music Transfer:
Extensions: .m4a, .mp4, .3gp Bit rate: 64 kbps - 320 kbps Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits WMA (WMA, WMAPro, WMA Lossless) Extensions: .wma, .asf Bit rate: 32 kbps - 320 kbps (WMA, WMAPro) Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (WMA) Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz,...
Page 38 - Playing music files
Models for the USA and Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/swu/8812 Models for Europe: www.sony.eu/support For details on operations of HAP Music Transfer, refer to the HAP Music Transfer Help. Note Do not transfer music files from two or more HAP Music Transfer applications (computers) at the same tim...
Page 41 - Playing tracks using SensMeTM channels
The Explorer window (for Windows) or the Finder (for Mac) opens and icon(s) of the available shared folder(s) appear. ([HAP_Internal ] appears for the internal hard disk drive and [HAP_External] appears for the external hard disk drive if one is connected.) 2. Select [HAP_Internal ] (to select the i...
Page 42 - Details of displayed items
Details of displayed items You can select from the following channels: Morning /Daytime /Evening /Night/Midnight: Play music for various times of the day. Energetic: Plays uptempo and high -energy music. Relax: Plays calm and relaxing music. Upbeat : Plays cheerful and uplifting music. Mellow: Plays...
Page 43 - Playing tracks in playlists
PLAYER. Music files in DSD (DSF, DSIFF) audio format cannot be categorized into SensMe™ channels automatically. Hint In the SensMe™ channels screen, push in and hold the jog dial to display the Options menu. You can restore all SensMe™ channels to the default by selecting [Edit SensMe™ channels ] fr...
Page 44 - Selecting playback methods; Details of menu items
Remote. A playlist can contain up to 1,000 tracks. Tracks will be removed from playlists in the following cases: The track has been set as . The track has been deleted from the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. The track is stored in an externally connected hard disk drive and this has been d...
Page 45 - Registered music file information
You can play tracks repeatedly (repeat play). You can select a setting from [Off], [1 Track], [All tracks]. Favorite : You can add to tracks you like. You can also remove or add to track. DSEE: You can set the DSEE function to [Auto] or [Off]. Tone Control Bypass: You can select whether to turn the ...
Page 46 - Music file management on the HDD AUDIO PLAYER
The HDD AUDIO PLAYER analyzes the ID3 tag information, a type of music information metadata contained in music files, and registers the files to [Genres], [Artists], [Albums] and [Tracks]. If music files do not contain ID3 tags or if any of the information is missing, the HDD AUDIO PLAYER automatica...
Page 47 - Standby modes; Standby mode; Listening to the sound from externally connected devices
[43] Playing music Standby modes The HDD AUDIO PLAYER has two types of standby mode: normal standby mode and Network Standby mode. Standby mode Press the button to switch to standby mode so that you can save power. (The HDD AUDIO PLAYER enters this standby mode if the Network Standby mode is disable...
Page 48 - Listening to the TuneIn Internet radio programs
You can listen to music played on an external digital or analog audio device connected to the input port of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Note This function is not for selecting an external hard disk drive as an external device. 1. Select [External Input] in the Home screen. 2. Select the name of the input ...
Page 49 - Listening to the vTuner Internet radio programs
Streaming starts. Note Before using, please read the TuneIn End User License Agreement. You must agree to the End User License Agreement in order to use TuneIn. If you select [Internet Radio] in step 1, an End User License Agreement may appear on the screen. You must agree to the End User License Ag...
Page 52 - Using the DSEE function
The Explorer window (for Windows) or the Finder (for Mac) opens and icon(s) of the available shared folder(s) appear. ([HAP_Internal ] appears for the internal hard disk drive and [HAP_External] appears for the external hard disk drive if one is connected.) 2. Select [HAP_Internal ] (to select the i...
Page 54 - Using the Tone Control function (Tone Control)
[50] Useful functions Using the Tone Control Bypass function (Tone ControlBypass) When the Tone Control Bypass function is set to [On], the Tone Control function is disabled and you can listen to the original sound as it is. When this function is set to [Off] (factory default setting), the playback ...
Page 55 - Adding tracks to “Favorites”
3. Push the jog dial in again. The Tone Control setup screen appears with the bass gain icon ( ) highlighted. 4. Turn the jog dial to adjust the bass and then push it in. The screen changes back to the Tone Control screen. 5. Turn the jog dial to select the “Treble” segment and then repeat the opera...
Page 56 - Playing tracks in “Favorites”
If you add [ ] to the track, it will be registered to “Favorites.” Note If you change the setting of the track that is currently playing , playback stops and the track will not be played in future. Tracks with added will not be played, as these tracks are not entered in the Play Queue. For example, ...
Page 58 - Front panel
The HDD AUDIO PLAYER must be connected to the Internet to analyze music files and access the Gracenote server to obtain music information. WAV files generally do not contain ID3 tag information. When a music file does not contain ID3 tag information, that file is registered in [Unknown Genre], [Unkn...
Page 59 - Rear panel
Turn this dial to select items displayed on the screen. Push the jog dial in to commit a selected item. 6. (Play/Pause) button Starts and pauses playback. 7. DSEE lamp Lights up when the DSEE function is active during playback. 8. PHONES jack Connect headphones here. 9. BACK button Returns to the pr...
Page 60 - Remote control
HDD AUDIO PLAYER and output the signal from these jacks through the D/A DIRECT ・ LINE OUT jacks. (The D/A DIRECT ・ LINE OUT jacks do not output analog signals input through the LINE IN jacks.) 7. LINE IN (analog input) L/R jacks 8. SPEAKERS (speaker output) L/R terminals [57] Parts and controls Remo...
Page 61 - Home screen
6. (cue the beginning of the current or previous track, fast-rewind) button Moves to the beginning of the current or previous track. Fast -rewinds when pressed and held. [58] Parts and controls Home screen You can select a Home menu or check the status of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER by using the icons disp...
Page 62 - Options menus on list screens; Album list screen
2. Indicators Icons appear in this area to indicate the status of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER while the Home screen is displayed. Icons that indicate the network connection status: (wired LAN connection), (wired LAN connection failed), (wireless LAN connection), (wireless LAN connection failed) Icons that ...
Page 63 - Playback screen
[Edit SensMe™ channels ]: You can restore the SensMe™ channels of the files in the folders to the default or deregister the tracks. [Delete ]: Delete the folder or file currently selected. [59] Parts and controls Playback screen 1. Playback file information Displays the album art, track name, artist...
Page 64 - Playback Options screen
information as possible. When playing VBR (variable bitrate) encoded music files, the elapsed time, track length and progress bar may not match the real status of the file. When playing VBR (variable bitrate) encoded music files, the displayed bitrate may not always be correct. Hint If you push the ...
Page 65 - Play Queue screen
DSEE: You can set the DSEE function to [Auto] or [Off]. Tone Control Bypass: You can select whether to turn the Tone Control Bypass function [Off] (the sound quality is changed using the Tone Control function) or [On] (the Tone Control function is not used and the sound quality remains the same) Ton...
Page 66 - Network Settings
certain artist or in a certain album. The favorite status ( or ) is displayed on the right of each track. When you start playing by selecting [Folders] from the Home screen, the file names are displayed instead of the track names on the Play Queue screen. Hint You can turn the jog dial to select a t...
Page 73 - Design and specifications
Extensions: .m4a Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits, 24 bits MP3 (MPEG-1/2 Audio Layer-3) Extensions: .mp3 Bit rate: 64 kbps - 320 kbps Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits AAC (MPEG-4 AAC-LC, HE -AAC) Exte...
Page 74 - Network section; Wired LAN; HDD section; Capacity; Supported playback format; Jack section; Input section
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION (for the USAand Canada only): With 4 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20 - 20,000 Hz; rated 32 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Amplifie...
Page 75 - Output section; EXT port; General and others; Power requirements
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits, 24 bits OPTICAL IN Supported playback format: LPCM 2ch Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz Quantization bits: 16 bits, 24 bits LINE IN 1, 2 Input sensitivity: 500 mV Input impeda...
Page 76 - Software updates for the HDD AUDIO PLAYER
During standby mode (when [Network Standby] is set to [On] and a wireless LAN is used): 2.8 W Dimensions (approx.) (w/h/d) 265 mm × 88 mm × 304 mm (10 1/2 in. × 3 1/2 in. × 12 in.) including projecting parts and controls Mass (approx.) 5.8 kg (12 lbs 12 5/8 oz) Supplied accessories See “Supplied acc...
Page 77 - Precautions on heat buildup; Precautions on short circuit of the speakers
number of transferred and unanalyzed music files appears beside (the icon that indicates the transfer and registration status). Once music files are transferred, the HDD AUDIO PLAYER starts analyzing files and registering them to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. When music files are registered, the number show...
Page 78 - Notes on the internal hard disk drive; About repairing the internal hard disk drive
Notes on the internal hard disk drive The hard disk drive allows you to store large volumes of data or data with long recording times and play back data from your desired part with ease. Keep in mind the following cautions. Do not apply physical shock or vibration to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Do not pla...
Page 79 - Precautions for use; Precautions when disconnecting the AC power cord; Trademarks
AUDIO PLAYER, which are copies of data on your computer. If you do not have the original data on your computer anymore, we recommend you copy the data on the hard disk drive of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER to your computer and back that up. Make sure you back up your data as stated above before sending the ...
Page 80 - General
Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. MPEG Layer -3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Mac, Mac OS and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., regist...
Page 84 - Forced shutdown of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER
Transfer application. When you want to launch the HDD AUDIO PLAYER from the HDD Audio Remote application. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] - [Network Standby] from the menu to set the Network Standby mode. Note The HDD AUDIO PLAYER does not enter standby mode when music files are being transfer...
Page 85 - Messages for protecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER; Other messages
Messages for protecting the HDD AUDIO PLAYER If the HDD AUDIO PLAYER detects an abnormality inside the unit, one of the following messages appears for about 5 seconds and then the HDD AUDIO PLAYER automatically enters the standby mode. Note The HDD AUDIO PLAYER enters the normal standby mode, even i...
Page 86 - Customer support websites
A file not supported by the HDD AUDIO PLAYER is saved on the internal or external hard disk drive. An abnormality occurred in the database. A malfunction has occurred in the internal or external hard disk drive. If you cannot solve the problem, try the following: Format the external hard disk drive ...
Page 87 - Connecting to a network (Internet Settings)
Please access the following support websites for information on your HDD AUDIO PLAYER. For customers in the USA: http://esupport.sony.com/ For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ For customers in Europe: www.sony.eu/support Connecting to a network (Internet Settings) You can connect th...
Page 88 - Viewing the network status (View Network Status)
Viewing the network status (View Network Status) You can view the current network status of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. You can confirm various settings of the current network such as the connection method, wired/wireless connection status, internet access, network service set identifier (SSID), IP addres...
Page 89 - Viewing the hard disk drive status (View HDD Status); Descriptions of display items
Hint If you select [Cancel] or press the BACK button in step 5, the edited network device name is not registered. Viewing the hard disk drive status (View HDD Status) You can confirm the total capacity, used space and free space of the internal and external hard disk drives. 1. Select [Settings] - [...
Page 90 - Rescanning a hard disk drive (Rescan HDD)
Rescanning a hard disk drive (Rescan HDD) You can forcibly match the content of a hard disk drive and the content displayed on the screen of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER by rescanning the hard disk drive. For example, if the analysis of music files is interrupted by an unexpected reason such as a sudden pow...
Page 91 - Removing the external hard disk drive safely (Remove
favorite status ( ) and edited SensMe™ channels information on the music files other than those that were added/deleted. Formatting an external hard disk drive (Format ExternalHDD) You can format an external hard disk drive. After formatting, all of the content stored on the hard disk drive is delet...
Page 96 - Descriptions of menu settings
Descriptions of menu settings Selectable menu items are described below. Off : The adjustment of gaps between tracks is not performed. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER plays tracks as they are. Auto: The tracks are played back without gaps (factory default setting). Note Short gaps may occur even if the Gapless...
Page 98 - Setting the Network Standby function (Network Standby)
Low: The backlight of the display is dim and the power consumption is low. Mid: The backlight of the display is set to medium brightness. High: The backlight of the display is bright and the power consumption is high. Max : The backlight of the display is at its brightest. The power consumption is t...
Page 99 - Setting the Auto Standby function (Auto Standby)
turned off. This allows you to start up or operate the HDD AUDIO PLAYER from the HAP Music Transfer or HDD Audio Remote application. This mode also reduces the startup time of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. Off : The power consumption is lower than when the Network Standby function is set to [On], but the st...
Page 101 - Displaying the software license (Software License)
1. Select [Settings] - [System Settings] in the Home screen. 2. Select [Software Update Notification ]. 3. Select [On] (factory default setting). Displaying the current system information (SystemInformation) You can confirm the current system information of the HDD AUDIO PLAYER including the softwar...
Page 107 - No sound is output or sound is interrupted.
You may not be able to operate your HDD AUDIO PLAYER with HDD Audio Remote if your router is set to low power consumption mode. In this case, disable low power consumption mode of your router. For details, refer to the operating manual of your router. The HDD AUDIO PLAYER responds slowly tooperation...
Page 112 - You cannot connect to the network or the network
(the icon that indicates that a transfer or registration is in progress) is displayed after you start obtaining music information, merging albums or editing SensMe™ channels. Press the BACK button to cancel this operation, and then perform the operation again after this icon disappears from the disp...
Page 113 - connection is unstable.
connection is unstable. Check that the wireless LAN router/access point is on. Check the network connection and the current network status in [Settings] - [Network Settings] - [View Network Status]. Certain conditions in the usage environment, including certain wall materials, radio wave reception c...
Page 115 - You want to delete music files but do not know how.
that have file extensions not supported by HAP Music Transfer or the HDD Audio Remote application installed on your smartphone or tablet cannot be transferred to the HDD AUDIO PLAYER. The read attributes of some files or folders may be not permitted. An external hard disk drive that has been used wi...
Page 117 - Resetting to the factory default; For customers in the USA:
2. Select [Clear Database] or [Reset to Default Settings]. After [Clear Database] or [Reset to Default Settings] is completed, restart the HDD AUDIO PLAYER according to the instructions that appear in the display. Details of displayed items Clear Database : This function clears the registered inform...
