Sony CFD-565 Operating Instructions Manual page 34

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Troubleshooting (continued)
Symptom
Remedy
The tape does not move when you *
press an operation button.
Close the cassette compartment securely.
The REC @ button does not °
function/The tape does not play.
Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is in
place.
Make sure "TAPE" appears in the display.
The tape does not erase completely. Clean the erasing head (see page 33.)
Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are weak.
The tape does not record. °
Tape Player
Make sure the tape is inserted properly.
Make sure the safety tab of the cassette is in
place.
The audio is weak/The audio .
quality is poor.
Clean the heads, pinch rollers and capstans (See
page 33).
Demagnetize the heads using a demagnetizer
(see page 33).
The sound is distorted.
The TYPE II (high position) or TYPE IV (metal)
tape is being used. Use TYPE [ (normal) tape
only.
The timer does not operate. e
Timer
s
Make sure the time on the clock is correct.
Check to see if the AC power had been cut off.
Make sure the © (clock) indication is displayed.
The remote does not function. bd
Remote
Replace all the batteries in the remote with new
ones if they are weak.
Make sure that you are pointing the remote at
the remote sensor on the player.
Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote
and the player.
Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to
strong light such as direct sunlight or
fluorescent lamp light.
Move closer to the player when using the
remote.
After trying the above remedies, if the player still does not function properly, unplug the AC
power cord and remove all the batteries. After all the indications in the display disappear, plug
the power cord and insert the batteries again. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
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