Sony JAX-S8 CD will not play, Tape does not run, Tape does not erase completely, Poor tape sound

The CD will not play.

•The CD is not lying flat in the disc compartment. •The CD is dirty.

•The CD is inserted label side down.

•Moisture condensation has built up. Remove the CD and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.

Tape Deck

The tape does not record. •No tape in deck B.

•The tab has been removed from the cassette tape. •The tape has reeled to the end.

The tape does not record nor play or there is decrease in sound level.

•The heads are dirty. Clean them (see “To clean the tape heads” on page 24).

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “To demagnetize the tape heads” on page 24).

The tape does not run.

•Is the deck in pause?

The tape does not erase completely.

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “To demagnetize the tape heads” on page 24).

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

•The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them (see “To clean the tape heads” on page 24).

Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased. •The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “To demagnetize the tape heads” on page 24).

Poor tape sound.

•Use TYPE I (normal) tapes.

Tuner

Noise is heard or poor reception. •Check the antenna connections.

•For FM, move the FM antenna to reduce the noise. •For AM, re-rotate the AM antenna to reduce the noise. •Move the unit and the antennas away from other electric

appliances and cords.

If the red indicator on POWER STANDBY/ ON flashes continuously,

Rapid flashing (in approx. 0.5 sec. cycle):

Abnormal voltage flows in the unit.

•Disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet and then check the voltage.

Slow flashing (in approx. 2 sec. cycle):

A short circuit in the speaker terminal or some malfunction occurs in the unit.

•Disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet and then check the speaker connection. Should the problem persist, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer.

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Resetting the unit

If an unusual condition occurs in the display window or the cassette deck, reset the unit as follows:

1 Press POWER to turn off the power.

If the power cannot be turned off, disconnect the AC power cord, then plug it in again.

2 While holding down sand ENTER press POWER. Everything stored in memory after purchase is cleared.

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