Tape Deck; Optional Components - Sony CMT-CP33MD Operating Instructions Manual

Tape Deck

The tape does not record.
• No cassette is inserted. Insert a cassette.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape (see
page 73).
• The tape has wound to the end.
The tape does not record or play, or there
is a decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
Demagnetise them (see page 73).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
Demagnetise them (see page 73).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the
sound drops out.
• The capstans or pinch rollers in the tape deck
are dirty. Clean them using a cleaning cassette
(see page 73).
Noise increases or the high frequencies
are erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
Demagnetise them (see page 73).

Optional components

There is no sound.
• Refer to General item "There is no sound" on
page 74 and check the condition of the
system.
• Connect the component properly (see
page 69) 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.
• Adjust the recording level (see page 41).
Tuner
There is severe hum or noise ("TUNED" or
"STEREO" flashes).
• Set the proper band and frequency (see
page 7).
• Connect the antenna properly (see page 4).
• 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 wire has come off the
plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical
equipment.
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