Troubleshooting - Sharp MD-X8 Operation Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

H H H H H 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.
• No sound is heard.
• 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 sounds are skipped.
Radio reception
SYMPTOM
• Radios make unusual noise consecu-
tively.
• The preset channel cannot be called.
Remote control
SYMPTOM
• The remote control does not function
or does not operate properly.
• The power cannot be turned on from
the remote control.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
• Did a power failure occur?
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• Are the speaker wires disconnected?
• Are the speaker wires shorted?
• Is the volume level set to "0" ?
• Are the headphones connected?
• When a radio or TV which uses an indoor an-
tenna is placed near the unit, the picture on the
TV screen may be distorted or the radio may not
function properly.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
• The disc is loaded upside down.
• The disc is very dirty.
• The disc which does not satisfy the standards.
• Is the unit located near excessive vibrations?
• Has condensation formed inside the unit?
POSSIBLE CAUSE
• Is the MiniDisc protected against accidental erasure?
• Did you try to record on a playback-only MiniDisc?
• Can you see the "TOC FULL" message in the dis
play?
• The disc is very dirty.
• Is the unit located near excessive vibrations?
• Has condensation formed inside the unit?
POSSIBLE CAUSE
• The unit is placed near the TV or computer.
• The antenna direction is not placed properly.
• Did a power failure occur?
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.
• Is the AC power cord plugged in?
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REMEDY
• Try setting it again.
• Turn the power off and on again, and then retry
the operation.
• Connect the wires securely.
• Disconnect the AC power cord, and connect it
again.
• Increase the volume level.
• Disconnect the headphones.
• It is recommended that you use an outdoor an-
tenna.
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 recording
space on it.
• Clean the 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
• Place the unit apart from the noise.
• Correct the antenna direction.
• Preset the channel again.
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° to either side of center.
• Connect the AC power cord.
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