Sony CFD-Z500, CFD-Z550 manual 31

Symptom Remedy

Tape Player

Remote (CFD-Z550 only) Timer

The tape does not move when you	• Close the cassette compartment securely.
press an operation button.
The rbutton does not function/	• Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is in
The tape does not play.	place.
	• Make sure “TAPE” appears in the display.
The tape does not erase completely.	• Clean the erasing head (see page 32.)
	• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
	are weak.
	• The source which was recorded on TYPE II
	(high position) or TYPE IV (metal) tape using
	this unit is being played. Record on TYPE I
	(normal) tape and play.
The tape does not record.	• Make sure the tape is inserted properly.
	• Make sure the safety tab of the cassette is in
	place.
The audio is weak/The audio	• Clean the heads, pinch rollers and capstans (See
quality is poor.	page 32).
	• Demagnetize the heads using a demagnetizer
	(see page 32).
The sound is distorted.	• The TYPE II (high position) or TYPE IV (metal)
	tape is being used. Use TYPE I (normal) tape
	only.
The timer does not operate.	• Make sure the time on the clock is correct.
	• Check to see if the AC power had been cut off.
	• Make sure the t(clock) indication is displayed.
The remote does not function.	• Replace all the batteries in the remote with new
	ones if they are weak.
	• Make sure that you are pointing the remote at
	the remote sensor on the player.
	• Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote
	and the player.
	• Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to
	strong light such as direct sunlight or
	fluorescent lamp light.
	• Move closer to the player when using the
	remote.

After trying the above remedies, if the player still does not function properly, unplug the AC power cord and remove all the batteries. After all the indications in the display disappear, plug the power cord and insert the batteries again. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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