Sony CMT-DC500MD - Manual (Page 52)

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Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound” on
page 49 and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (see page 45)
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.
Tuner
There is severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or
“STEREO” flashes).
• Set the proper band and frequency (see page 36).
• Connect the antenna properly (see page 6).
• 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 wire has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
• Press STEREO/MONO until “STEREO” appears
in the display.
• See “There is severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or
“STEREO” flashes)”, and check the antenna
condition.
Cyclical static noise is heard while recording on
an MD.
• Adjust the antenna orientation and position until
the noise stops.
If the system still does not operate
properly after performing the above
measures, reset the system as
follows:
1 Disconnect the power cord from the wall
outlet.
2
Reconnect the power cord to a wall outlet.
3 Press ` / 1 .
4 Press TAPE x , z MD, and MD > at the
same time.
Troubleshooting (continued)