Sony MHC-ZX10 - Manual (Page 52)

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Tape Deck
The tape does not record.
• No tape in the cassette holder.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette
(see “To save a tape permanently” on page
49).
• The tape has reeled to the end.
The tape does not record nor play or there
is a decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them (see
“Cleaning the tape heads” on page 50).
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the
tape heads” on page 50).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the
tape heads” on page 50).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the
sound drops out.
• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean
them (see “Cleaning the tape heads” on page
50).
Noise increases or the high frequencies
are erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see “Demagnetizing the
tape heads” on page 50).
After pressing N ( n ) or A , there is a
mechanical noise, “EJECT” appears in the
display, and the unit enters standby mode
automatically.
• The cassette tape was not inserted correctly.
Eject the tape and turn the power back on.
Troubleshooting (continued) Tuner
Severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or
“STEREO” flashes in the display).
• Adjust the antenna.
• The signal strength is too weak. Connect the
external antenna.
A stereo FM program cannot be received
in stereo.
• Select “Stereo” in the “Stereo Mono ?” menu.
If other troubles not described
above occur, reset the system
as follows:
1 Unplug the power cord.
2 Plug the power cord back in.
3 Press x, DISPLAY, and DISC 5 at the same
time.
4 Press ?/1 to turn on the power.
The system is reset to the factory settings. All the
settings you made, such as the preset stations,
clock, and timer are cleared. You should set them
again.