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Troubleshooting
If you run into any problem using this stereo
system, use the following check list.
First, check that the power cord is connected
firmly and the speakers are connected
properly and firmly.
Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
General
There is no sound.
•Rotate VOLUME clockwise.
•The headphones are connected.
•Connect the cords and cables properly.
Insert the plugs firmly.
There is severe hum or noise.
•A TV or VCR is placed too close to the
stereo system. Move the system away
from the TV or VCR.
“0:00” (for European model) or “12:00AM”
(for other models) flashes in the display.
•A power interruption occurred. Set the
clock and timer settings again.
The timer does not function.
•Set the clock correctly.
The indicators on the DAILY and REC
buttons do not light even if you press
them.
•Set the timer correctly.
The remote does not function.
•There is an obstacle between the remote
and the system.
•The remote is not pointing in the
direction of the system’s sensor.
•The batteries have run down. Replace the
batteries.
There is acoustic feedback.
•Decrease the volume level. Move the
microphone away from the speakers or
change the direction of the microphone.
Speakers
Sound comes from one channel or
unbalanced left and right volume.
•Check the speaker connection and
speaker placement.
CD Player
The CD tray will not close.
•The CD is not placed properly.
The CD will not play.
•The CD is dirty.
•The CD is inserted with the label side
down.
•Moisture condensation has built up.
Remove the CD and leave the system
turned on for about an hour until the
moisture evaporates.
Play does not start from the first track.
•The player is in Program or Shuffle Play
mode. Press CONTINUE so that
“SHUFFLE” or “PROGRAM” disappears.
“OVER” is displayed.
•You have reached the end of the CD.
Press 0 (or = on the remote) to
return.
“REPAIR!” is displayed.
•Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
MD Deck
(DHC-MD77/EX77MD/EX770MD
only)
An incompletely inserted MD cannot be
pulled out.
•Insert the MD completely, then press
§ EJECT.
The inserted MD is pulled out.
•Insert the MD with the label side up in
the direction of the arrow.
The controls do not work.
•The MD is dirty or scratched (“Disc
Error” appears). Replace the MD with a
new one.