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Additional Information
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound” on
page 48 and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (see page 43)
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 included with
the connected component and start playing.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
The sound from the component connected to the
DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack is not heard.
• Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “OPTICAL
IN” appears.
If the system still does not operate
properly after performing the above
measures, reset the system as
follows:
With the system turned on, press REC/REC
IT, CDZ, and CD SYNC HIGH at the same
time.
“COLD RESET” appears in the display and the
system turns off. All system parameters are
reset to their factory settings. Afterwards, be
sure to do the followings procedures again:
presetting the radio stations, setting the clock
and the timer, and labeling the CD.
Self-diagnosis display
This system has a Self-diagnosis display
function to let you know if there is a system
malfunction. The display shows a code made
up of 3 or 5 letters and a message alternately to
show you the problem. To solve the problem
refer to the following list. If any problem
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
C11/Protected
The MD is protected against erasure.
cRemove the MD and slide the tab to close the
slot (see page 18).
C12/Cannot Copy
You tried to record a CD or MD with a format that
the system does not support, such as a CD-ROM.
cRemove the disc and turn off the system once,
then turn it on again.
C13/REC Error
Recording could not be performed properly.
cMove the system to a stable place, and start
recording over from the beginning.
The MD is dirty or scratched, or the MD does not
meet the standards.
cReplace the MD and start recording over from
the beginning.
C13/Read Error
The MD deck cannot read the disc information
properly.
cRemove the MD once, then load it again.
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