Sony CMT HPZ7 - Manual (Page 32)

32 GB
Tuner
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received.
• Set the proper band and frequency (page 18).
• Connect the antenna properly (page 10).
• 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 has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
• Set “CD POWER” and “OFF” by CD power
manage function (page 19).
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
• Press FM MODE until “STEREO” appears in the
display.
Tape deck
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 35).
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (page 35).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (page 35).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
drops out.
• The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean
them (page 35).
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (page 35).
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 35).
• The tape has wound to the end.
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound.”
(page 30) and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (page 28) 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 FUNCTION repeatedly to select “MD”
(page 29).
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 ?/1 to turn on the system.
4
Press x, ILLUMINATION and ?/1.
The system is reset to the factory settings. You
should set the settings you made, such as the
preset stations, clock, and timer.