Sony PMC-303L 36

Troubleshooting (continued)

Tape Player

Timer

Remote

	Symptom	Remedy
	The tape does not record.	• Make sure the tape is inserted properly.
		• Make sure the safety tab of the cassette is in
		place.

	The audio is weak/The audio	• Clean the heads, pinch rollers and capstans (See
	quality is poor.	page 37).
		• Demagnetize the heads using a demagnetizer
		(see page 37).

	The tape player cannot be paused	• The tape player can be paused during recording
	during playback.	only.

	The sound is distorted.	• The source which was recorded on TYPE IV
		(metal) tape using this unit is being played.
		nRecord on TYPE I (normal) or TYPE II (high
		position) tape and play.
	The timer does not operate.	• Make sure the time on the clock is correct.
		• Check to see if the AC power had been cut off.
		• Make sure the tape has not wound to the end.
		• Make sure the t(clock) indication is displayed.
	The remote does not function.	• Replace all the batteries in the remote with new
	The remote does not function.	ones if they are weak.
		ones if they are weak.
		• Make sure that you are pointing the remote at
		the remote sensor on the player.
		• Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote
		and the player.
		• Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to
		strong light such as direct sunlight or
		fluorescent lamp light.
		• Move closer to the player when using the
		remote.

The player uses a built-in micro computer for its various operations. Due to change in power supply conditions, etc., operation may sometimes become unstable. After trying the above remedies, if the player still does not function properly, press RESET at the bottom with a pointed material. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

36EN		Additional Information
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