Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
•Check that the antennas are connected securely. Adjust the antennas and connect an external antenna if necessary.
•The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use direct tuning.
•Make sure you set the tuning interval correctly (when tuning in AM stations with direct tuning).
•No stations have been preset or the preset stations have been cleared (when tuning by scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (page 12).
RDS does not work.*
•Make sure that you are tuned to an FM RDS station.
•Select a stronger FM station.
The RDS information that you want does not appear.*
•Contact the radio station and find out whether they actually provide the service in question. If so, the service may be temporarily out of order.
*Models of area code CEL, CEK only.
Remote control
The remote does not function.
•The DVD button on the remote is not available for receiver operation.
•Point the remote at the remote sensor 
on the receiver.
•Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and the receiver.
•Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones, if they are weak.
•Make sure you select the correct input on the remote.
Error message | Additional | |
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If there is a malfunction, the display shows a |
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message. |
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| Information | |
PROTECT | ||
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Irregular current is output from the speakers. Turn |
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off the receiver, check the speaker connection and |
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turn on the power again. If this problem persists, |
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turn off the receiver and consult your nearest Sony |
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dealer. |
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If you are unable to remedy the |
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problem using the |
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troubleshooting guide |
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Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy the |
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problem (page 9). However, note that all |
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memorized settings will be reset to their factory |
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settings and you will have to readjust all settings |
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on the receiver. |
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If the problem persist |
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Consult your nearest Sony dealer. |
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