Self-diagnosis Display

This system has a Self-diagnosis display function to let you know if there is a system malfunction. The display shows a code made up of three or five letters and a message alternately to show you the problem. To solve the problem refer to the following list. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

C11/Protected

The MD is protected against erasure.

cRemove the MD and slide the tab to close the slot (page 27).

C12/Cannot Copy

You tried to record a CD or MD with a format that the system does not support, such as a CD- ROM.

cRemove the disc and turn off the system once, then turn it on again.

C13/REC Error

Recording could not be performed properly. cMove the system to a stable place, and start

recording over from the beginning.

The MD is dirty or scratched, or the MD does not meet the standards.

cReplace the MD and start recording over from the beginning.

C13/Read Error

The MD deck cannot read the disc information properly.

cRemove the MD once, then insert it again.

C14/Toc Error

The MD deck cannot read the disc information properly.

cReplace the MD.

cErase all the recorded contents of the MD using the All Erase function on page 44.

C41/Cannot Copy

The sound source is a copy of a commercially available music software, or you tried to record a CD-R (Recordable CD).

cThe Serial Copy Management System prevents making a digital copy (see page 71). You cannot record a CD-R.

E0001/MEMORY NG

There is an error in the internal data that the system needs in order to operate. cConsult your nearest Sony dealer.

E0101/LASER NG

There is a problem with the optical pickup. cThe optical pickup may have failed. Consult

your nearest Sony dealer.

Messages

One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation.

MD

Auto Cut

The MD deck is pausing the recording because silence continued for about 30 seconds or more during digital recording.

Blank Disc

The inserted recordable MD is new, or all tracks on the MD have been erased.

Cannot Edit

•A pre-mastered MD is in the deck.

•You tried to edit during Programme or Shuffle Play.

•You tried to change the recorded level or perform Fade-in or Fade-out operation after the Daily Timer or Recording Timer had activated and turned on the power.

Cannot REC

The function is switched to MD.

Complete!

The editing operation of MDs is completed.

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