NWZ-Z1040/Z1050/Z1060

Connecting by USB

USB connection is a method of connecting your Walkman and a USB device using the WM-PORT jack. For example, you can connect the Walkman with a computer to exchange data between them.
  1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your Walkman to a running computer.
    Plug in the USB cable with facing upward.

The [USB storage in use] screen will be displayed. Your Walkman will be connected automatically as a mass storage (MSC mode) device.
Your Walkman will then be accessible by clicking [Computer] (or [My Computer]) from the Windows [Start] menu.
Hint
  • If [USB connected] is displayed on the screen, tap [Turn on USB storage] to complete the connection.

  • You can change the method of USB connection.

Setting your “WALKMAN” to connect automatically as a USB storage device

  1. Tap the (Menu) button with the Home screen displayed, then tap [System settings] - [ Storage].

  1. Tap the (Menu) button, then tap [USB computer connection] - [Connection settings] - [USB auto connection].

A checkmark will be added, and your Walkman will be connected automatically as a USB storage device when connected to a USB device using the WM-PORT jack.
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