HCD-PX333

SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION

The self-diagnosis function consists of error codes for customers, which are displayed automatically when errors occur, and error codes, which show the error history in the test mode during servicing. For details on how to view error codes for the customer, refer to the following box in the instruction manual. For details on how to check error codes during servicing, refer to the following “Procedure for using the Self- Diagnosis Function (Error History Display Mode)”.

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 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.

t Remove the MD and slide the tab to close the slot.

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.

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

C13/REC Error

Recording could not be performed properly. t Move 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.

t Replace the MD and start recording over from the beginning.

C13/Read Error

The MD deck cannot read the disc information properly.

t Remove the MD once, then insert it again.

C14/Toc Error

The MD deck cannot read the disc information properly.

t Replace the MD.

t Erase all the recorded contents of the MD using the All Erase function.

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).

t The Serial Copy Management System prevents making a digital copy (see page 44). You cannot record a CD-R.

C71/Check OPT-IN

This appears momentarily because of the signal of the digital broadcast during recording.

t There is no affect on the recorded contents. No component is connected to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack, or a digital component is not connected properly.

t Connect a digital component to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack properly using a digital connecting cable.

The connected digital component is not turned on. t See the operating instructions supplied with the

connected component and confirm whether the component is turned on.

The digital connecting cable connected to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack is pulled out, or the connected digital component is turned off during digital recording.

t Connect the cable, or turn on the digital component.

E0001/MEMORY NG

There is an error in the internal data that the system needs in order to operate.

t Consult your nearest Sony dealer.

E0101/LASER NG

There is a problem with the optical pickup.

t The optical pickup may have failed. Consult your nearest Sony dealer.

MD SECTION

PROCEDURE FOR USING THE SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION (ERROR HISTORY DISPLAY MODE)

Note 1:About “R”

As this unit has only a few buttons, some operations require the use of remote commander (RM-S55EM/provided with unit: 1-476-664-21) buttons. These operations are indicated as “R” in this manual.

Example: MENU/NO “R” ...Press the [MENU/NO] button of the remote commander.

Note 2:Incorrect operations may be performed if the MD test mode is not entered properly.

In this case, press the ?/1 button to turn the power off, and retry to enter the MD test mode.

Note 3:Perform the self-diagnosis function in the “error history display mode” in the MD test mode. The following describes the least required procedure. Be careful not to enter other modes by mistake. If you set other modes accidentally, press the MENU/NO “R” button to exit the mode.

Procedure:

1.Press the ?/1 button to turn the power on.

2.Press the [FUNCTION] button to set the MD function.

3.Press three buttons of M>TUNING+ , [REC MODE], and .m (MD) simultaneously to enter the MD test mode and display “[Check]”.

4.Press the . “R” or > “R” button to display “[Service]”.

5.Press the ENTER/YES “R” button to display “AUTO CHECK”, and press the > “R” button to display “Err Display”.

6.Press the ENTER/YES “R” button to enter the error history mode and display “op rec tm”.

7.Select the contents to be displayed or executed using the . “R” or > “R” button.

8.Press the [CD SYNC NORMAL] button to light up “IT” indicator, then press the [REC MODE] button will display or execute the contents selected.

9.Press the [REC MODE] button another time returns to step 7.

10.Press the MENU/NO “R” button displays “Err Display” and release the error history mode.

11.To release the MD test mode, press the [REPEAT STEREO/MONO] button to display “Initialize” and release the MD test mode.

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Sony specifications HCD-PX333 SELF-DIAGNOSIS Function, MD Section