Sony NW-A605 - User Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Sony Corporation
Connect Business Division
Published by Sony Techno Create
US Model
NW-A605/A607/A608
Canadian Model
AEP Model
NW-A608
E Model
Chinese Model
NW-A605/A607/A608
DIGITAL MUSIC PLAYER
9-879-946-04
2006G16-1
© 2006.07
Ver. 1.3 2006.07
SPECIFICATIONS
NW-A605/A607/A608
US and foreign patents licensed from
Dolby Laboratories.
Maximum recordable number of track (Approx.)*
Bit rate
48 kbps
64 kbps
96 kbps
128 kbps
132 kbps
160 kbps
192 kbps
256 kbps
320 kbps
NW-A605
345
255
170
130
125
100
85
65
50
NW-A607
695
520
345
260
250
205
170
130
105
NW-A608
1,350
1,000
700
525
510
420
350
260
210
* When transferring four-minute tracks.
Maximum recording time (Approx.)
Bit rate
48 kbps
64 kbps
96 kbps
128 kbps
132 kbps
160 kbps
192 kbps
256 kbps
320 kbps
NW-A605
23 hr. 00 min.
17 hr. 00 min.
11 hr. 20 min.
8 hr. 40 min.
8 hr. 20 min.
6 hr. 40 min.
5 hr. 40 min.
4 hr. 20 min.
3 hr. 20 min.
NW-A607
46 hr. 20 min.
34 hr. 20 min.
23 hr. 00 min.
17 hr. 20 min.
16 hr. 40 min.
13 hr. 40 min.
11 hr. 20 min.
8 hr. 40 min.
7 hr. 00 min.
NW-A608
90 hr. 00 min.
66 hr. 40 min.
46 hr. 40 min.
35 hr. 00 min.
34 hr. 00 min.
28 hr. 00 min.
23 hr. 20 min.
17 hr. 20 min.
14 hr. 00 min.
IF (FM)
225 kHz
Antenna
Headphone cord antenna
Interface
Headphone: Stereo mini
Hi-speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant)
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N)
80 dB or more
Operating temperature
5°C to 35°C (67°F to 95°F)
Power source
• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• USB power (from a computer through supplied USB cable)
Battery life (continuous
playback)
*
AT RAC format: Approximately 45 hours (Playback at 48 kbps)
AT RAC format: Approximately 40 hours (Playback at 128 kbps)
AT RAC format: Approximately 50 hours (Playback at 132 kbps)
MP3 format: Approximately 40 hours (Playback at 128 kbps)
FM radio reception: Approximately 22 hours
* This is when the power save setting is “Save ON Normal”. The battery
duration will vary depending on
temperature and usage.
Dimension
84.9 × 28.8 × 13.9 mm (3 3/8 × 1 3/16 × 9/16 inches)
(w/h/d, projecting parts not included)
Mass
Approx. 48 g (1.7 oz)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Supplied Accessories
Headphones (1)
USB cable (1)
Headphone extension cord (1)
Neck strap (China model only) (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
Clip (1)
This is used to clip onto your cloths
when carrying the player.
CD-ROM* (1)
- CONNECT Player software
- Operation Guide (PDF file)
* Do not attempt to play this CD-
ROM in an audio CD player.
Quick Start Guide (1)
Supported bit rates
MP3: 32 to 320 kbps variable bit rate-compliant
ATRAC: 48 / 64 / 66 (ATRAC3)* / 96 / 105 (ATRAC3)* /
128 / 132 (ATRAC3) / 160 / 192 / 256 / 320 kbps
* CD recording cannot be done using CONNECT Player software in
ATRAC3 at 66/105 kbps.
Sampling frequency
ATRAC, MP3: 44.1 kHz
Frequency response
20 to 20,000 Hz (single signal measurement)
FM Frequency range
87.5 to 108.0 MHz
Photo : NW-A605

Summary

Specifications

Supported Bit Rates

Details supported digital audio bit rates.

Maximum Recording Time

Approximate recording durations for various bit rates.

Section 1 General

Front Controls Overview

Description of buttons and switches on the front of the device.

Rear Controls Overview

Description of ports and features on the rear of the device.

User Operations

Adjusting Current Time Setting

Procedure for setting the device's internal clock and date.

Removing Lithium-ion Battery

Step-by-step guide for safely removing the internal battery.

Section 2 Disassembly

Disassembly Flow Chart

Visual guide outlining the sequence of disassembly steps.

Lid and Cabinet Disassembly

Instructions for removing the device's outer covers and lid.

Main Section and Board Disassembly

Steps to access and remove the main internal components.

Module and Battery Disassembly

Procedures for removing the EL indicator module and battery.

Shuttle Assembly Disassembly

Guide for disassembling the shuttle control mechanism.

Shuttle Spring and Knob Installation

Instructions for installing the shuttle spring and knob.

Section 3 Test Mode

Entering and Exiting Test Mode

Procedures for accessing and leaving the device's diagnostic test mode.

Key Check Mode

Method to verify the functionality of all device buttons.

Display Check Mode

Procedure to test all display elements for proper operation.

Section 4 Diagrams

Diagram Notes and Lead Layouts

Explanations for schematic symbols, component indicators, and IC lead arrangements.

Waveforms

Illustrations of key electrical signal waveforms for analysis.

Block Diagram

High-level overview of the device's internal architecture and signal flow.

Printed Wiring Board Layouts

Layout diagrams for the main and SW boards.

Schematic Diagrams

Detailed electrical circuit diagrams for the main and SW boards.

IC Block Diagrams

IC301 & IC401 Block Diagrams

Functional block diagrams for IC301 and IC401.

IC Pin Function Descriptions

IC2001 Pin Functions

Detailed pin assignments and descriptions for IC2001.

Section 5 Exploded Views

Overall View 1

First part of the exploded view illustrating component assembly.

Overall View 2

Second part of the exploded view illustrating component assembly.

Section 6 Electrical Parts List

Sony NW-A605 Specifications

General

Storage Capacity	16 GB
Weight	103 grams
Display Type	TFT LCD
Bluetooth	Yes
Water Resistance	No
Audio Formats Supported	MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, AIFF
Storage	16 GB
Battery Life (Audio Playback)	30 hours
Connectivity	USB
Supported Audio Formats	MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, AIFF