Self-diagnosis function
The deck's self-diagnosis function automatically checks
the condition of the MD deck when an error occurs, then
issues a three- or five-digit code and an error message on
the display. If the code and message alternate, find them in
the following table and perform the indicated
countermeasure. Should the problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Three- or five-
digit code/
Cause/Remedy
Message
The inserted MD is record-protected.
, Take out the MD and close the record-
C11/Protected
protect slot (page 15).
You tried to record a CD with a format
that the external device connected to the
deck does not support, such as CD-ROM
C12/Cannot Copy
or video CD.
, Remove the disc and insert a music
CD.
The recording was not made properly.
, Set the deck in a stable surface, and
repeat the recording procedure.
The inserted MD is dirty (with smudges,
C13/Rec Error
fingerprints, etc.), scratched, or
substandard in quality.
, Replace the disc and repeat the
recording procedure.
The deck could not read the TOC on the
MD properly.
C13/Read Error
, Take out the MD and insert it again.
The deck could not read the TOC on the
MD properly.
, Insert another disc.
C14/Toc Error
, If possible, erase all the tracks on the
MD (page 32).
The sound source is a copy of
commercially available music software, or
you tried to record a CD-R (Recordable
CD).
C41/Cannot Copy
, The Serial Copy Management System
prevents making a digital copy
(page 52). You cannot record a CD-R.
Three- or five-
digit code/
Cause/Remedy
Message
The sporadic appearance of this message
is caused by the digital signal being
recorded. This will not affect the
recording.
While recording from a digital component
C71/Din Unlock
connected through the DIGITAL IN
connector, the digital connecting cable
was unplugged or the digital component
turned off.
, Connect the cable or turn the digital
component back on.
There is an error in the internal data that
E0001/
the deck needs in order to operate.
MEMORY NG
, Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There is a problem with the optical
pickup.
E0101/
, The optical pickup may have failed.
LASER NG
Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Self-diagnosis function