Playback cannot be performed. The sound skips.

The disc does not conform to the audio CD standard.

The inserted disc is scratched or dirty.

Some tracks cannot be played.

If you are using a multisession disc with an audio CD format, only tracks recorded in the first session can be played.

MP3 tracks cannot be played.

MP3 files that do not conform with the ISO 9660 Level 1, 2, or Joliet standard are recorded on the disc.

Files without the MP3 extension cannot be played. If a file on a disc is not an MP3 file but has an .MP3 extension, the unit tries to play that file and it may cause noise in the sound or the unit to malfunction.

The files have the MP3 extension, but they are in a format other than MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3.

Title information cannot be obtained.

A disc is not inserted.

The unit’s database does not contain any information that corresponds with the disc. Try the Title Update function (page 41).

FM/AM and DAB*1

Radio broadcasts cannot be received or there is severe hum or noise.

Connect the antennas correctly (pages 18 and 19).

Adjust the antenna position.

Use an external antenna.

Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords, the power cord and the USB cable to avoid picking up noise.

Connect a commercially available external antenna.

Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.

Turn off nearby electrical equipment.

RDS is not working.*2

Make sure that you tune in an FM station.

DAB broadcast cannot be received.*1

Check all aerial connections, then perform the DAB Automatic Scan procedure (page 20).

The current DAB service is not available. Press +/– (TUNE +/– on the main unit) to select a different service.

If you have moved to another area, some services/frequencies may have changed and you may not be able to tune into your usual broadcast. Perform the DAB Automatic Scan procedure to re-register the contents of broadcast (page 20). (Performing this procedure clears all previously stored presets.)

*1 For the UK model only

*2 For the European model only

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