Troubleshooting (continued)
Symptom
The audio is weak or has poor
quality.
The picture of your TV becomes
unstable.
The tape does not move when you
press an operation button.
The REC z button does not
function/The tape does not play.
The tape does not erase completely.
The tape does not record.
The audio is weak/The audio
quality is poor.
The sound is distorted.
The timer does not operate.
After trying the above remedies, if you still have problems, unplug the AC power cord and
remove all the batteries. After all the indications in the display disappear, plug the power cord
and insert the batteries again. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Additional Information
Remedy
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are weak.
• Move the player away from the TV.
• If you are listening to an FM program near the
TV with an indoor antenna, move the player
away from the TV.
• Close the tape compartment securely.
• Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is in
place.
• Make sure "TAPE" appears in the display.
• Clean the erasing head (see page 33).
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are weak.
• The source which was recorded on TYPE II
(high position) or TYPE IV (metal) tape using
this unit is being played. Record on TYPE I
(normal) tape and play.
• Make sure the tape is inserted properly.
• Make sure the safety tab of the cassette is in
place.
• Clean the heads, pinch roller and capstan (see
page 33).
• Demagnetize the heads using a demagnetizer
(see page 33).
• The TYPE II (high position) or TYPE IV (metal)
tape is being used. Use TYPE I (normal) tape
only.
• Make sure the time on the clock is correct.
• Check to see if the AC power had been cut off.
• Make sure the c (clock) indication is displayed.