Sony CHC-CL1 Operating Instructions - Page 28

Troubleshooting (continued) There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out. • The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean them using a cleaning cassette. Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased. • The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (see page 26). Optional components There is no sound. • Refer to General item "There is no sound." on page 26 and check the condition of the system. • Connect the component properly (see page 23) 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. A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo. • Press STEREO/MONO until "STEREO" appears in the display. • See "Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received.", and check the antenna condition. If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows: 1 Unplug the power cord. 2 Plug the power cord back into the wall outlet. 3 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. 4 Press x, DISPLAY and CD 1 at the same time. 5 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. The system is reset to the factory settings. All the settings you made such as the preset stations, clock, timer and CD disc titles are cleared and must be set again. Tuner Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. • Set the proper band and frequency (see page 14). • 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 has come off the plastic stand. • Try turning off surrounding electrical equipments. 28