Troubleshooting Guide - Sony NT-2 Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting Guide

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using your recorder,
use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem.
Symptom
The cassette holder cannot be
closed.
The recorder does not work
though a certain button is
pressed.
The tape does not move.
No indication appears in the
display.
Recording cannot be done.
Sound is not heard at all.
Sound volume cannot be
increased.
Increase of noise or deterioration
of sound.
The clock does not keep good
time.
Correct date and time are not
recorded on the tape.
The cassette tape cannot be
ejected.
BASS BOOST feature does not
work.
Cause and remedy
The cassette tape is not inserted properly.
The battery is weak.
m Replace the battery with a new one.
The power source is connected incorrectly.
Hold function works.
m Slide back HOLD in the opposite direction
of the arrow.
Connection is incorrect.
Recording level is set at minimum (while
manual recording).
The cassette is record-protected. (The red tab
on the cassette tape is pushed down.)
m Push the white tab on the opposite side of
the cassette with a pointed object. When
the red tab is visible on the side you want
to record on, recording can be done.
Connection is incorrect.
The volume is set at minimum.
m Adjust the volume pressing +.
AVLS is on.
m Set the AVLS switch on the remote
controller to OFF.
The recorder is placed near noise sources
such as a TV set.
m Place the recorder away from noise sources.
The tape head is not clean.
m Clean the head using the cleaning tape.
The lithium battery is weak.
m Replace it with a new one.
The date and time have not been set.
m Set the date and time.
The power source is disconnected while
operating.
m Connect the power source, press the p
button, and slide the EJECT switch.
A cord has been connected to the LINE OUT
jack.
m Remove the cord.
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