Additional Information

Precautions

On safety

Should any liquid or solid object fall into the unit, unplug the unit and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

On power sources

Before operating the unit, be sure that the operating voltage of your unit is identical with that of your local power supply.

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not to be used for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

On placement

Place the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of its components.

Do not place the unit near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

Do not place anything on top of the cabinet which might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

On cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panels and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

On repacking

Do not throw away the carton and the packing material. This makes an ideal container when transporting the unit. When shipping the unit, repack it as it was packed at the factory.

If you have any question or problem concerning your unit that is not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the tuner, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

There is no sound.

Connect the aerials.

Set the source setting on the amplifier to

TUNER.

You cannot tune in a frequency.

Adjust the position of the aerial.

Connect an external aerial for FM broadcasts.

Preset the stations again if you have moved.

There is severe hum and/or background noise.

Adjust the position or direction of the aerial.

Tune to a correct frequency.

Connect an external aerial for FM broadcasts.

Move the tuner away from the source of the noise.

RDS is not working (European model only).

Make sure that you tune to an FM station.

Select a stronger FM station.

“No Preset” appears in the display.

If the mains lead is disconnected from the wall outlet for more than one month, the memory is erased. Preset stations again.

The station was interrupted by another station / The tuner automatically starts searching stations (ST-SE570 only).

The EON function is working. Turn off EON when you do not want the current programme interrupted.

The appropriate display or information does not appear.

Turn off the tuner. Press down the numeric button 5 and AUTO BETICAL SELECT (ST-SE570) or BAND (ST-SE370), then press POWER to turn the tuner back on. This empties any frequencies stored in the preset memory and returns the display to the default language (English).

Contact the radio station and find out whether or not they actually provide the service in question. If so, the service may be temporarily out of order.

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