Troubleshooting - Sharp MD-R3 Operation Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

If a problem occurs
If this unit functions abnormally during operation, first check the following items. If the unit continues to function abnormally,
or if an abnormality appears other than listed below, turn off the player's power and disconnect the AC power plug, then
consult your SHARP dealer or service personnel.
General
SYMPTOM
The clock is wrong.
When a button is pressed, the unit does
not respond.
Radios make unusual noise or the picture
on the TV screen is distorted.
CD playback
SYMPTOM
Even though a disc has been loaded, "NO
DISC" or "ERROR" is displayed.
Playback stops in the middle of a track,
or playback is not performed properly.
Playback sounds are skipped.
MD recording and playback
SYMPTOM
A recording cannot be made.
Even though a disc has been loaded,
"NO DISC" or "ERROR" is displayed.
Playback stops in the middle of a track,
or playback is not performed properly.
Playback sounds are skipped.
Remote control
SYMPTOM
The remote control does not function or
does not operate properly.
The power cannot be turned on from the
remote control.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Did a power failure occur?
When a radio or TV which uses an in-
door antenna is placed near the unit, the
picture on the TV screen may be dis-
torted or the radio may not function prop-
erly.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The disc is loaded up-side down.
The disc is very dirty.
The disc does not satisfy the standards.
Is the unit located near excessive vibra-
tions?
Has condensation formed inside the unit?
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Is the MiniDisc protected against acci-
dental erasure?
Did you try to record on a playback-only
MiniDisc?
Can you see the "TOC FULL" message
in the display?
Is the disc scratched?
Is the unit located near excessive vibra-
tion?
Is the unit located near excessive vibra-
tions?
Has condensation formed inside the unit?
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The batteries (polarity) are not inserted
properly.
The batteries inside the remote control
are dead.
The remote control is operated from an
incorrect distance or angle.
No disc has been loaded.
Is the AC power cord plugged in?
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MD-R3
REMEDY
Try setting it again.
Turn the power off and on again, and
then retry the operation.
It is recommended that you use an out-
door antenna.
REMEDY
Load the disc with the correct side up.
Clean the disc.
Load the correct disc.
Place the unit on a firm, level surface free
from vibration.
Remove the disc and leave the power
turned on. The unit should function properly
in about 1 hour.
REMEDY
Slide the accidental erase prevention tab
back to its original position.
Replace it with a recordable disc.
Put in another recordable disc with re-
cording space on it.
Replace the disc.
Place the unit on a firm, level surface
free from vibration.
Place the unit on a firm, level surface free
from vibration.
Remove the disc and leave the power
turned on. The unit should function prop-
erly in about 1 hour.
REMEDY
Insert properly.
Replace the batteries.
Operate it within a range of 8" (0.2 m) to
20' (6 m) and within an angle of 15
either side of center.
Load a disc.
Connect the AC power cord.
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