Firmware Update: NWZ-A17 – Version 1.21

Sony USA has released a firmware update for the A17. LINK, this should work for the A15 but update at your own risk. I have not seen the update on Sony Europe’s site yet.

Benefits provided by previous updates and included in version 1.21:

• The memory type (such as a built-in memory/SD card) can now be selected even while connected via USB
• Addresses an issue where, in rare cases, sound may not be produced when the WALKMAN is connected with the digital amplifier
• Provides additional function updates
• Supports LDAC (a newly developed high resolution codec) during Bluetooth® connection.
• Improves a condition where the Walkman may be slow in action when a FLAC (Free Lossless
• Audio Codec) file, which has more than one jacket picture, is played and moves to the next or previous song

Instructions

1. Download the NWZ-A10_V1_21.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
2. Connect your Walkman player to your computer using the supplied USB cable.
3. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the NWZ-A10_V1_21.exe file to begin the installation.
4. Carefully follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation.

IMPORTANT: Do not disconnect the player from the computer while the update is in progress.

Note: During the update the USB connection is automatically controlled and the Connecting USB message is not displayed. On some computers a USB Disconnect message may be displayed.
When the Completed message is displayed, click Finish.