A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo.

•Press FM MODE on the unit until “STEREO” appears in the display.

Noise is heard while loading/removing a disc.

• Change the location of the AM antenna.

Tape deckThe tape does not record or play, or there is a decrease in sound level.

•The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 37).

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 37).

The tape does not erase completely.

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 37).

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

•The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean them using a cleaning cassette.

Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased.

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 37).

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 37).

•The tape has wound to the end.

Optional components

There is no sound.

•Refer to General item “There is no sound.” (page 32) and check the condition of the system.

•Connect the component properly (page 30) 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 “AUX” (page 31) or “PC” (page 29).

The sound is distorted.

•Set the volume of the connected component lower.

If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows:

Use buttons on the unit for the operation.

1Disconnect the power cord.

2Reconnect the power cord.

3Press ?/1 to turn on the system.

4Press i-Bass and ?/1 at the same time and hold more than two seconds.

The system is reset to the factory settings. You should set the settings you made, such as the preset stations, clock, and timer.

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