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Network Walkman Digital Music Player

Model number:

NW-HD3

20GB1 Hard Drive Digital Music Player

In addition to audio that can be transfered to the NW-HD3, it is also possible to store data files.

Plays Back MP3/ATRAC3®/ATRAC3plus™ Audio Formats

For customers who already have extensive music libraries, use the included software and hardware to store and play back their collection of MP3s. For the customer who is just getting into digital music and downloading, Sony's ATRAC® format provides higher sound quality with smaller sizes than many competing formats. This enables the user to store more music and have longer listening times.

1.5", 7-Line Backlight LCD Display

1.5", 7-Line Backlit LCD Display will display track number, bit rate, elapsed time, song title, artist name, spectrum analyzer, play mode, bass, AVLS, and shows battery life indicator.

Compatible with the Connect™ Music Store

Offers one of the most extensive music collections online. Unique features such as Moodmix, Connect Sets and live radio, make this a choice destination for customers looking to expand their music collection. It's easy to discover, find and purchase single tracks or entire albums. Choose from top hits and tracks from independent artists.

Available in 5 Color Variations:

Silver, Black, Red, Blue, Pink

Up to 30 Hours Continuous Playback with Built-in Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery3

The internal battery can be charged with the supplied AC Adpater or USB cable.

Large Toggle Navigation Button

Easily navigate through your music mixes with the large toggle navigation button.

Skip-Free5 G-Protection™ Technology

continues to provide quick recovery from both horizontal and vertical shock.

Transfer Personal Downloaded Music and CD Recordings

between your PC, creating your own music mixes for on-the-go enjoyment.

Store 13,000 Songs2

Store up to 13,000 songs when using the ATRAC3plus audio fomat at 48kBps.

Direct Battery Charge via USB or Supplied Adapter

The unit comes supplied with an AC adapter and a USB cable, both allowing you to charge the unit. With the Supplied AC Adapter, quick charge feature allows battery to be charged to 80% capacity in one hour.

G-Sensor™ Shock Protection Provides Impact Protection

The innovative G-Sensor system automatically and instantly reacts to changes in gravity and velocity by releasing the recording head. This protects the hard disk surface, preventing crashes and loss of data, ultimately improving long term reliability.

Compatible with USB 2.06

Connects to USB 2.0 Port for High-Speed Data Transfer. After music mixes have been created in the jukebox, they are easily transferred at high speed to the device.

Product Specifications

Convenience

  • Automatic Shut-off : Yes
  • Menu Options : Large Toggle Navigation Buttons
  • Portability : carrying pouch

General

  • Data Transfer Rate : Hi-Speed USB 2.0
  • Design : Compact
  • Music Storage Capacity (Approx) : 13,000 Songs

Memory

  • Memory Size : 20 GB (Built-In)

Audio

  • AVLS : Yes
  • Equalizer : Yes
  • Format(s) Supported : MP3, ATRAC3®, ATRAC3plus™, WMA, WAV
  • Sampling Frequency : 44.1 kHz

Convenience Features

  • Multiple Language Display : Yes
  • Skip Protection : G-Protection™ Technology, G-Sensor™ Shock Protection

Hardware

  • Headphone Type : Earbud

Power

  • Battery Charging (Approx) : Up to 3 Hours (with AC Adapter to 100% Capacity; 80% capacity within 1 hour)
  • Battery Indicator : Yes
  • Battery Life (Approx) : Up to 30 Hours (ATRAC3plus™ Audio Playback with embedded Lithium-Ion Battery)
  • Power Requirements : Built in Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (760mAh)

Capability

  • MP3 Player : Hard Drive

Display

  • Technology : 7-Line (1.5”) Backlit LCD

Inputs and Outputs

  • Headphone Output(s) : 1 (stereo mini jack)
  • USB Port(s) : 1 (USB 2.0)

In the Box

  • Carrying Pouch
  • SonicStage® Software
  • USB Cable
  • Headphones (MDR-E931LP)
  • AC Power Adaptor

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. User available memory = 19,995,295,744 bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions.

2. Calculated based on 4 minutes per song in ATRAC3plus @ 48kbps.

3. Up to 30 hours continuous playback with built-in Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery (fully charged) when playing in ATRAC3plus™ @ 48Kbps. Actual battery life may vary based on usage patterns.

4. Supports unsecure files with conversion to ATRAC3 format.

5. Eliminates or reduces skipping during many active uses.

6. Not all products with USB 2.0 connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations.

©2005 Sony Electronics Inc.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony, ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus, Connect, G-Protection, Hi-MD, Jog Dial, SonicStage, w.ear and Walkman are trademarks of Sony.

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