Tuner
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. � Set the proper band and frequency (page 12). � Connect the antenna properly (page 6). � Find a place and an orientation that provide good reception, then set up the antenna again. If you cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you connect a commercially available external � antenna. The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals along its entire length, so make sure you extend it fully. Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker cords as possible. Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand. Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment. Set �CD POWER OFF� by CD power manage function (page 13).
The tape does not record. � No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette. � The tab has been removed from the cassette. Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape (page 32). � The tape has wound to the end.
Optional components
There is no sound. � Refer to General item �The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is canceled.� (page 27) and check the condition of the system. � Connect the component properly (page 25) while checking: � if the cords are connected properly. � if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way. � Turn on the connected component. � Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected component and start playing. � Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select �MD� or �VIDEO� (page 26). The sound is distorted. � Set the volume of the connected component lower.
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A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo. � Press FM MODE until �MONO� disappears.
Tape deck
After pressing nN, there is a mechanical noise, �Eject� appears in the display, and the unit enters standby mode automatically. � Insert the cassette correctly. The tape does not record or play, or there is a decrease in sound level. � The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 32). � The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 32). The tape does not erase completely. � The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 32). There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out. � The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean them (page 32). Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased. � The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 32).
If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows:
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Disconnect the power cord. Reconnect the power cord. Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press x, DIMMER and ?/1 on the unit.
Troubleshooting 29GB
The system is reset to the factory settings. You should set the settings you made, such as the preset stations, clock, and timer.
