Article ID : 00149033 / Last Modified : 02/05/2016Print

Can High-Resolution Audio be played from a smartphone, iPhone, iPod, or WALKMAN connected to the USB1 or USB2 ports?

    The answer is different according to the device type:

    • For smartphones, Hi-Res audio can be played when connected via MSC (Mass Storage Class) mode.
    • For Apple iPhone mobile digital devices and Apple iPod portable players, Hi-Res audio files can be played using the USB-DAC port, but not the USB1 or USB2 ports.
    • Yes, Hi-Res audio can be played on USB1 or USB2 ports. The Hi-Res audio playback function is available on select Walkman players. To know if your Walkman player can playback Hi-Res audio files, check the specifications.