Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the unit, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.

DECK A (the CD player section)

The player does not start playing.

•Insert a disc.

•Place the disc properly.

•Clean the disc (page 4).

•Place the disc with the label side up.

•Moisture condensation has formed inside the unit. Take the disc out and leave the unit turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates (page 4).

•Press POWER to turn the unit on.

DECK B (the CD-R and CD-RW recording section)

The unit does not operate or operates poorly.

•The CD-R or CD-RW may be damaged. Replace the disc.

The unit does not play back.

•Place the CD-R or CD-RW with the label side up.

•Moisture has formed inside the unit. Take the disc out and leave the unit in a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates (page 4).

•Press POWER to turn the unit on.

•Replace the CD-R or CD-RW with one that has been recorded.

The unit does not record.

•The CD-R or CD-RW is finalized. Unfinalize (for CD-RW only) the disc (page 25) and try again.

•Make connections properly to the sound source (page 6).

•The sound source is not connected to the selected input connector. Select the correct input using the INPUT button (page 20).

•The recording level is set too low. Adjust the recording level properly (page 21).

•There has been a power failure or the AC power cord has been disconnected during recording. Data recorded to that point may be lost.

The sound has a lot of static.

Strong magnetism from a television or a similar device is interfering with operations. Move the unit away from any sources of strong magnetism.

Other

No sound is output.

•Make the connections properly (page 6).

•Operate the amplifier properly.

•When using the headphones, turn PHONE LEVEL to turn up the output level.

The remote does not operate the unit.

•Make sure that there are no obstacles between the unit and the remote.

•Point the remote at the remote sensor on the unit.

•Replace the batteries in the remote.

When you turn on the unit, you will hear some mechanical noise from the unit. This is not a malfunction.

After you have attempted the prescribed corrective actions

If the unit still does not operate properly, or if other problems not described above occur, turn off the unit, then reinsert the plug into the power outlet.

Should any problem persist even after reinserting the power plug, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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