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The angles cannot be changed.
• Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being
played.
• The DVD prohibits changing the angles.
Tuner
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received. (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in
the display)
• Set the proper band and frequency (page 25).
• Connect the antenna properly (page 8).
• Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception, then set up the antenna again. If you
cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you
connect a commercially available external
antenna.
• The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals
along its entire length, so make sure you extend it
fully.
• Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker
cords as possible.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied
AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
• Press FM MODE repeatedly until “MONO”
disappears.
Tape deck
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 46).
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (page 46).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (page 46).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
drops out.
• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them
(page 46).
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (page 46).
The tape does not record.
• No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape
(page 46).
• The tape has wound to the end.
• Set “Dolby Digital” or “DTS” under “AV” to
“PCM”.
“TAPE ERR” appears in the display.
• Press ?/1 to turn off the system and remove any
tapes from the cassette holder. Then disconnect
the power cord and reconnect it. Then press ?/1
to turn on the system.
If “TAPE ERR” still appears, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound.”
(page 40) and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (page 37) while
checking:
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the connected component and start playing.
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