Sony MHC-GRX30 Tape Deck, Tuner, The tape does not record, The tape does not erase completely

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Tape Deck

Tape Deck

The tape does not record.

•No tape in the cassette holder. •The tab has been removed from the

cassette (see “To save a tape permanently” on page 40).

•The tape has reeled to the end.

The tape does not record nor play or there is a decrease in sound level.

•The heads are dirty. Clean them (see “Cleaning the tape heads” on page 41).

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 41).

The tape does not erase completely.

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 41).

There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out.

•The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them (see “Cleaning the tape heads” on page 41).

Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased.

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 41).

After pressing ( (9) or 6, there is a mechanical noise, “EJECT” appears in the display, and the unit enters standby mode automatically.

•The cassette tape was not inserted correctly. Eject the tape and turn the power back on.

Tuner

Severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display).

•Adjust the antenna.

•The signal strength is too weak. Connect the external antenna.

A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo.

•Press REPEAT STEREO/MONO so that “MONO” disappears.

If other troubles not described above occur, reset the system as follows:

1Unplug the power cord.

2Plug the power cord back in.

3Press p, ENTER/NEXT, and at the same time.

4Press to turn on the power.

The unit is reset to factory settings. All the settings you made, such as the preset stations, clock, and timer are cleared. You should set them again.

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Contents 3-866-375-131 Mini Hi-Fi Component SystemMHC-RXD5/R550 MHC-GRX30/GRX30J Operating Instructions Owner’s RecordINFORMATION NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U.S.ANOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN CANADA Getting Started Table of ContentsSound Adjustment Other FeaturesGetting Started Step 1 Hooking up the system1Connect the speakers To deactivate the demonstration 4Connect the power cord to a wall outlet2Connect the FM/AM antennas To connect optional componentsStep 1 Hooking up the system continued Step 2 Setting the timeWhen carrying this system 2,4 3,53 Press ENTER/NEXT Step 3 Presetting radio stations1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET 2 Turn the jog dial to set the hourTo change the AM tuning interval Step 3 Presetting radio stations continuedTo tune in a station with a weak signal To erase the preset stationTips Saving the power in standby modeTo cancel the Power Saving Mode For European and North American models only2 Press one of the DISC 1~3 buttons Playing a CDBasic Operations Normal playTips Basic OperationsDo this 2 Press ¤ and place a CD Recording a CDCD Synchro Recording 1 Press 6and insert a blank tape into deck BListening to the radio Preset TuningBasic Operations 52 p 4,6 To listen to non-presetradio stations2Turn the jog dial to tune in a preset station Recording from the radio6 Press REC PAUSE/START Playing a tape3 Press 6and insert a blank tape into deck B 4 Press REC PAUSE/STARTSearching for the beginning of a track AMS Playing a tape continuedTo stop dubbing Recording from a tapeHigh-speedDubbing 2 Press HI-DUBDuring normal playback Using the CD displayThe CD Player Press DISPLAYPlaying the CD tracks repeatedly To cancel Repeat PlayRepeat Play To select a desired CD To cancel Shuffle PlayPlaying the CD tracks in random order Shuffle Play1 2 p Programming the CD tracksProgram Play Playing CDs without interruption To cancel Program Play2 Press NON-STOPto light the indicator To cancel Non-StopPlay1 Insert a blank tape into deck B Recording on a tape manuallyp 3,5 The Tape DeckProgram Edit Recording a CD by specifying track order12 Press REC PAUSE/START To cancel Program EditSelecting tape length automatically 10 Press CD SYNCFlashing part of a CD To adjust the loop lengthTo adjust the flash length Looping part of a CDFor a powerful sound GROOVE Adjusting the soundSound Adjustment To listen through the headphonesMusic menu options To cancel the effectSelecting the audio emphasis 1 Press FILE SELECTSelecting the surround effect Changing the spectrum analyzer displayPress SPECTRUM ANALYZER 12,3,4,5 Using the Radio Data System RDSOther Features What is the Radio Data System?List of program types PTY To cancel PTY searchSinging along Karaoke Using the Radio Data System RDS continuedTo stop recording When you are donep 3,4 Mixing and recording soundsDaily Timer Sleep TimerWhen you choose “SLEEP AUTO” To cancel the Sleep Timer function5 Set the time to start playback 9 Turn off the powerTo check the setting To cancel the timer operation3,4,5 Timer-recordingradio programs2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET 6 Insert a recordable tape 7 Turn off the powerOptional components Connecting audio componentsConnecting an MD deck for digital recording Connecting an MD deck for analog recordingexcept for European model Connecting a VCRConnecting a super woofer speaker Connecting audio components continuedJack type A Connecting external antennasFM antenna AM antennaCleaning the cabinet PrecautionsOn safety On placementThe clock setting is canceled TroubleshootingWhen using a tape longer than 90 minutes Cleaning the tape headsSpeakers Troubleshooting continuedThe timer does not function “PROTECT”and “PUSH POWER” appear alternatelyThe tape does not erase completely Tape DeckTuner The tape does not recordCD player section SpecificationsAUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS USA models only Amplifier sectionSS-GRX30Gfor MHC-GRX30Middle Eastern model SpeakerGeneral AM tuner sectionH, I, J IndexL, M F, G