Troubleshooting - Sony MHC-V808 Operating Instructions Manual

In case color irregularity is
observed on nearby a TV screen.
With the magnetically shielded type of speaker
system, the speakers can be installed near a TV set.
However, color irregularity may still be observed on
the TV screen depending on the type of your TV set.
If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to
30 minutes.
If color irregularity is observed
again...
Place the speakers farther away from the TV set.

Troubleshooting

If you run into any problem using this stereo
system, use the following check list.
First, check that the power cord is connected
firmly and the speakers are connected
correctly and firmly.
Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
General
The display starts flashing as soon as you
plug in the power cord even though you
haven't turned on the power
(demonstration mode).
•Press DISPLAY/DEMO when the power
is turned off.
The demonstration mode appears
automatically the first time you plug in
the power cord. If there is a power outage
lasting longer than half a day, redo the
following:
— Clock setting (see "Step 2: Setting the
time")
— Preset stations (see "Step 3: Presetting
radio stations")
— Timer settings (see "Waking up to
music" and "Timer recording radio
programs").
"12:00 AM" flashes in the display.
•A power interruption occurred. Set the
clock and timer settings again.
There is no sound.
•Rotate VOLUME clockwise.
•The headphones are connected.
•Insert only the stripped portion of the
speaker cord into the SPEAKER jack.
Inserting the vinyl portion of the speaker
cord will obstruct the speaker
connections.
There is severe hum or noise.
•A TV or VCR is placed too close to the
stereo system. Move the stereo system
away from the TV or VCR.
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