Troubleshooting Guide
The following checklist assists in the correction of most problems which you may encounter with
your unit.
Before going through the checklist below, refer to the connection and operating procedures.
General
Problem
No sound
Indications do not appear on
the display.
Tape playback
Problem
Playback sound is distorted.
Radio reception
Problem
Preset tuning is not possible.
Automatic tuning is not possible.
The "ST" indication flashes.
Disc play
Problem
Playback sound skips.
Error displays (with the operational CD changer(s) connected)
The following indication flashes for about five seconds.
Display
Cause
The disc magazine is not inserted in the
E01
CD changer.
No disc is inserted in the disc
E02
magazine.
The disc is dirty.
E04
The disc is inserted upside down.
The CD changer cannot be operated
E99
because of some problem.
If the above-mentioned solutions do not help to improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Actual total number
Cause/Solution
• Adjust the volume with the
• Set the fader control to the center position for 2-speaker
systems.
Remove the front panel and clean the connectors. See "Cleaning
the Connectors" of "Maintenance" for details.
Cause/Solution
Contamination of the tape head. n Clean the head.
Cause/Solution
• Memorize the correct frequency.
• The broadcast is too weak.
The broadcast is too weak. n Use the manual tuning.
Tune in precisely.
Cause/Solution
A dusty or defective disc.
Solution
Insert the disc magazine with discs into
the CD changer.
Take out the magazine and insert the
discs.
Clean the disc.
Insert the disc correctly.
Press the reset button of the unit.
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