Sony 3-753-022-22(1) - Manual (Page 7)

Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
STEREO indicator flickers or does not light up when FM
stereo programs are received. • Check the FM antenna connection, and adjust the
antenna.
• Press FM MODE to disengage the stereo mode.
The figures in the display window do not stop at the desired
station during automatic tuning.
• Check the antenna connection and adjust the antenna
direction.
• Tune in the station using the direct access tuning.
Stations cannot be tuned in correctly when the numeric
button is pressed. • Memorize the frequency correctly.
Audio is not heard. • Check the speaker and program source connections.
• Check that the appropriate function selector is
depressed.
• Check that the appropriate SPEAKERS selector is
depressed. If the A and B selectors are both
depressed, check that both speaker systems are
properly connected.
One channel does not transmit audio, or the volume from the
left and right speakers is unbalanced. • Adjust the BALANCE control.
• Check the speaker connections.
There is an abrupt loss of sound from one or both of the
speakers. (This symptom may be caused when the
protection circuit inside the unit activates.)
• Turn off the receiver, and check the speaker terminals
or speaker cord for a short.
Sound transmitted from the speaker is reversed. • Connect the speaker correctly.
Severe hum or noise is heard. • Use shielded connecting cords.
• Keep the audio components further away from the TV.
• Connect the ground wire to the ANTENNA ground
terminal.
• Clean any dirty plugs and jacks with a cloth lightly
moistened with alcohol.
The [Pj (protection) alarm appears in the display window. • A serious trouble has occurred such as overheating or
short-circuiting. Refer servicing to qualified person.
The unit cannot be controlled by the Remote Commander. • Correctly point the head of the commander toward the
unit. If there is any object between the unit and the
commander head, remove it.