The tape does not record.
•No tape in the cassette holder.
•The tab has been removed from the cassette (see “ To save a tape permanently” on page 41).
•The tape has reeled to the end.
The tape does not record nor play or there is a decrease in sound level.
•The heads are dirty (see “ Cleaning the tape heads” on page 41).
•The record/playback heads are magnetized (see “ Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 41).
The tape does not erase completely.
•The record/playback heads are magnetized (see “ Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 41).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out.
•The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty (see “ Cleaning the tape heads” on page 41).
Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased.
•The record/playback heads are magnetized (see “ Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 41).
After pressing n N or Z PUSH on the tape deck, there is a mechanical noise, “ EJECT” appears, and the system enters standby mode automatically.
• The tape was not loaded correctly.
Tuner
There is severe hum or noise (“ TUNED” or “ ST” flashes in the display).
•Adjust the antenna.
•The signal strength is too weak. Connect the external antenna.
•The supplied FM antenna receives signals along its entire length, so make sure you extend it fully.
•Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker cords as possible.
•Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.
•Try turning off surrounding electrical equipments.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo.
•Press REPEAT/FM MODE (or REPEAT on the remote for
1Unplug the power cord.
2Plug the power cord back in.
3Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
4Press STOP x, CLEAR, and DISPLAY at the same time.
The system is reset to the factory settings. All the settings you made are cleared. Be sure to restore all necessary settings.
Messages
One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation.
NO DISC
• There is no CD in the disc slot.
OVER
• You have reached the end of the CD.
PROTECT
•Press ?/1 (Power) to turn off the system. Turn on the system again after a while.
PUSH STOP
•You pressed PLAY MODE/DIRECTION during play.
STEP FULL
• You tried to program 26 or more tracks (steps).
Troubleshooting