Sony MHC-VX55, MHC-VX77 Tape Deck, Tuner, Troubleshooting continued, The tape does not record

Troubleshooting (continued)

Tape Deck

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 49).

•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. Clean them (see “Cleaning the tape heads” on page 50).

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 50).

The tape does not erase completely.

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 50).

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

•The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them (see “Cleaning the tape heads” on page 50).

Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased.

•The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the tape heads” on page 50).

Tuner

Severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display).

•Adjust the antenna.

•The signal strength is too weak. Connect the external antenna.

A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo.

•Press STEREO/MONO so that “MONO” disappears.

If other troubles not described above occur, reset the system as follows:

1Press x, ENTER and ?/1 at the same time.

2Unplug the power cord.

3Plug the power cord back in.

4Press ?/1 to turn on the power.

The unit is reset to factory settings. All the settings you made, such as the preset stations, clock, and timer are cleared. You should set them again.

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