WALKMANNWZ-WH505/WH303

Before first use

Thank you for purchasing this Walkman.

This product is a headphones-type Walkman. In addition to transferring music directly to your Walkman and enjoying the music, you can also use it simply as headphones by connecting it to other music player. This headphones-type Walkman is referred to as “Walkman” in this “Help Guide.”

This “Help Guide” explains how to transfer content to your Walkman, and how to use the various functions. Browse this “Help Guide” for necessary information.

The printed manuals supplied with your Walkman, such as “Quick Start Guide,” also contain important information for you. For information about the customer support Web site, see “Customer support website.”


For information on laws, regulations and trademark rights, refer to “Important Information” contained in the supplied software. To read it, install the supplied software on your computer.


All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, TM and ® marks are not specified.

About model names mentioned in this “Help Guide”

Depending on the country/region in which you have purchased your Walkman, some models may not be available.

Computer system requirements when connecting the “WALKMAN”

See the “System requirements” for details on computer system requirements.

Battery charging

The battery might be low when you use your Walkman for the first time. Charge the battery before using the Walkman.

About images used in this “Help Guide”

The screens and illustrations shown are images only, and may differ from the actual product or screen.