Sony MJ-L1 MJ-L1A operating instructions Troubleshooting Guide

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TOC (flashing)

TOC reading

TRACK (lighted)

TRACK (flashing)

Welcome

The MD deck is updating the table of contents (TOC). (Do not move the MD deck or pull out the mains lead. If you do, the recorded material may not be saved normally. If you disconnect the mains lead immediately after recording, you cannot save the recording.

The MD deck is reading the contents of the MD. (If the inserted recordable MD is brand new, “TOC Reading” appears in the display longer than for MDs that have been used.)

The MD deck is recording a blank portion.

The MD deck is recording over existing material.

Displayed when you insert an MD.

CD Player

The CD tray does not close.

mThe CD is not placed correctly.

The CD will not play.

mThe CD is dirty.

mThe CD is inserted with the label side down.

mThe player is in pause mode. m Moisture condensation has built

up. Leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.

Play does not start from the first track.

mThe CD player is in programme or shuffle mode. Press CONTINUE. The “PROGRAM” or “SHUFFLE” display will disappear.

“OVER” appears in the display.

mThe CD reaches the end while you are searching quickly by pressing ) d o w n .

“Step Full” appears in the display.

mYou have programmed 24 tracks already.

mThere is not enough time left on the MD. Replace it with another recordable MD with fewer recorded tracks or erase unnecessary tracks.

An incompletely inserted MD cannot be pulled out.

mThe MD deck’s self-lock system has gripped the MD.

Insert the MD completely, then press MD §.

“OVER” appears in the display.

mThe MD reaches the end while you are searching quickly by pressing ) d o w n .

The sound has a lot of static.

mStrong magnetism from a television or a similar device is interfering with operations. Move the deck away from the source of strong magnetism.

Tuner

”TUNED” flashes in the display.

mAdjust the aerial.

Troubleshooting Guide

If you run into any problem using the stereo, use the following check list after first checking the following two points:

•The mains lead is connected firmly.

•The speakers are connected correctly and firmly.

Should any problem persist after you have made the checks below, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

General

There is no sound.

mPress POWER to turn on the stereo.

mAdjust the volume.

mThe headphones are connected. Disconnect them.

The left and right sounds are reversed.

mCheck the speaker connection and speaker placement.

There is severe hum or noise.

mTV or VCR is too close to the stereo system. Move the stereo system away from the TV or VCR.

”0:00” flashes in the display.

mMains interruption occurred. Set the clock and timer settings again.

“Name Full” appears in the display.

mYou have put 21 disc names already.

MD Deck

The MD deck does not operate or operates poorly.

mThe MD may be damaged (“Disc Error” appears).

Take the MD out and insert it again. If “Disc Error” remains, replace the MD.

The MD deck does not play back.

mMoisture condensation has built up. Take the MD out and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.

mThe MD is inserted in the wrong direction. Slide the MD into the disc compartment with the label side up and the arrow pointing towards the opening until the deck grips it.

mThe MD may not be recorded. Replace the disc with one that has been recorded.

The MD deck does not record.

mThe MD is record-protected (“Protected” appears). Slide the tab to close the slot.

mA premastered MD is inserted. Replace it with a recordable MD.

”STEREO” flashes in the display.

mAdjust the aerial.

Severe hum or noise.

mAdjust the aerial.

mThe signal strength is too weak. Connect the external aerial.

mConnect the earth wire.

A stereo FM programme cannot be received in stereo.

mWhen “MONO” appears in the display, press STEREO/MONO on the remote so that “MONO” disappears.

mAdjust the aerial.

Timer

The timer does not function.

mSet the clock correctly.

mThe mains has been cut off. While the timer works, press the POWER switch to turn off the system.

mMake sure “DAILY” or “REC” appears in the display.

Remote

The remote does not function.

mThe battery have run down. Replace the battery.

mThere is an obstacle between the remote and the system. Remove the obstacle.

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Contents Flat Component System MD § Before Using This UnitWelcome Table of Contents Connecting Aerials Connecting StereoConnecting the Speakers For MJ-L1 only Inserting Battery Connecting PowerTo a wall outlet Front speakerSetting the Clock To check the time while power is onTo correct the clock setting FlashingPower m on Playing a CD normal playTrack Playing Music Number Time Calendar Numeric buttonsUsing the Display Playing Tracks Repeatedly repeat playTo select tracks using the number buttons on the remote Playing Tracks in Random Order shuffle playPlaying Tracks in the Desired Order programme play To play the tracks in original orderAssigning a Name to CD disc memo functionTo check the name To delete a nameLabel side up Arrow pointing toward the MD deck Playing an MD normal play2 JOG Track Playing Music Number time Calendar Current track number Remaining time on the trackRemaining time Track name Disc nameTrack number To cancel shuffle playGo to previous Go to next Track Track Marking Before RecordingDigital Recording and Analog Recording Recording a CD Recording from the RadioRecording on an MD Manually StopJOG 1 Marking Track Numbers While RecordingTo cancel level synchro Marking Track Numbers Automatically Level synchro functionErasing Recordings erase function 2 „Erasing a single track Erasing all tracksErasing part of a track Dividing Recorded Tracks Divide functionMoving Recorded Tracks Move function Combining Recorded Tracks Combine function Labelling Recordings title function2 6 0 To stop before the track has been dividedTo check the titles Nuppercase nlowercase Space Nsymbols NnumbersNTo stop before the track has been labelled To improve AM broadcast reception When the desired station is not tunedListening to Radio Presetting Radio Stations Assigning a Name for a Preset Station station nameTo change the preset number 3,6Playing Preset Radio Stations To erase the station nameTo change the display FrequencyAdjusting the Sound To listen through the headphonesTo cancel the sleep timer To change the remaining time while the sleep timer is onFalling Asleep to Music Waking Up to MusicTimer-Recording Radio Programmes To cancel the timerTo change the timer 5,6 4,5Connecting Optional Equipment Connecting a stereo cassette deckCassette Deck To listen to the sound from the cassette deckPrecautions MaintenanceGuide to the Serial Copy Management System RuleLimitations when recording over an existing track System Limitations of MDMD Display Messages Some tracks cannot be combined with othersTroubleshooting Guide Specifications Restoring the Factory SettingsIndex to Parts and Controls Front PanelRear Panel Remote RM-SMJ1Display Window MiniDisc deck section Amplifier sectionIndex For Your Information
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