Sony Walkman NWZA726 Operation Guide

NWZ-A726 / A 728 / A729.GB.3-299-381-11(1)
Troubleshooting111 111 
SymptomCause/Remedy
Data cannot be 
transferred to the player 
from your computer. 
(continued)
 
Th e data may be damaged.
  
D
 elete the data that cannot be transferred from 
your computer, then import it to your computer 
again. When importing data to your computer, 
close any other applications to avoid data damage. 
  
T
 ransferable limit of files and folders has been 
exceeded.
  
D
 elete unnecessary data.
  
Y
 ou are...

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Troubleshooting11 11 
Other
SymptomCause/Remedy
There is no beep sound 
when the player is 
operated.
 
“ Beep Settings” is set to “Off.”
  
S
 et “Beep Settings” to “On” (
 page 82).
  
Th
 e beep does not sound when the player is 
connected to the optional cradle, or another device.
The player gets warm.  
The player may be warm when the battery is being 
charged and just after charging. The player also may 
get warm when a large amount of data...

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Troubleshooting11 11 
Messages
Follow the instructions below if a message appears in the display.
MessageMeaning Remedy
All group numbers have been 
used.
 
Th e total number of list 
items (except for the 
song lists) exceeds the 
limit (8,192 items).
  
Th
 e total number of 
songs registered in the 
playlists has reached 
65,535. Songs exceeding the limit 
are stored in “Others.” 

 
I
 f you cannot find a 
song, search for it in the 
“Others”...

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MessageMeaning Remedy
Cannot play; file format is not 
supported.
 
Y ou are trying to play a 
file that cannot be 
played on the player.
  
Y
 ou transferred an audio 
file to video folders by 
dragging and dropping. You cannot play a song in 
an unsupported format 
file (
 page 126).
Place them in folders 
under the “MUSIC” 
folder.
Cannot play; file is damaged. Please 
connect to compliant software or 
device and transfer...

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Troubleshooting115 115 
MessageMeaning Remedy
No photos are available for 
display. Please connect to 
compliant software or device and 
transfer photos.You are trying to display a 
photo when there are no 
photos stored on the 
player.
Transfer photos to the 
player.
No playable songs are available.
You are trying to start 
playback by selecting 
“Play” from the option 
menu, but there are no 
songs in the selected folder.Transfer songs in the 
supported...

NWZ-A726 / A 728 / A729.GB.3-299-381-11(1)
Additional Information11 11 
Precautions
The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model 
manufactured for sale in the USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC 
technical regulations.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential...

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Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union 
and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this 
product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be 
handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of 
electrical...

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Additional Information11 11 
On safety
 
Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the player with other metallic 
objects.
  
D
 o not touch the rechargeable battery with bare hands if it is leaking. Since 
battery liquid may remain in the player, consult your nearest Sony dealer if 
the battery has leaked. If the liquid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes 
as it may lead to blindness. Wash out your eyes with clean water, and consult 
a...

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Additional Information11 11 
On installation
 
Do not put any heavy object on top of the player or apply a strong shock to 
the player. It may cause a malfunction or damage.
  
N
 ever use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light, 
temperature, moisture or vibration. The player may become discolored, 
distorted or damaged.
  
N
 ever leave the player exposed to high temperature, such as in a car parked 
in the sun or under direct...

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 On heat build‑up
Heat may build up in the player while charging if it is used for an extended 
period of time.
On the headphones
Road safety
Avoid listening with your headphones in situations where hearing must not be 
impaired.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using the headphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against 
continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, 
reduce the...