Sony CMT-HP7 - Manual (Page 29)

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Tape deck
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 32).
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
Demagnetise them (page 32).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
Demagnetise them (page 32).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
drops out.
• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them
(page 32).
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
Demagnetise them (page 32).
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 32).
• The tape has wound to the end.
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound.”
(page 27) and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (page 25) 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.
• Press GAME (MD) on the remote (or
FUNCTION on the uint repeatedly) until “MD”
appears.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
If the system still does not
operate properly after performing
the above measures, reset the
system as follows:
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1
Disconnect the power cord.
2 Reconnect the power cord.
3
Press x , DISPLAY and DISC 1 at the same
time.
4
Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
The system is reset to the factory settings. You
should set the settings you made, such as the
preset stations, clock, and timer.