Troubleshooting - Sony Walkman D-E999 Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Symptom
Cannot adjust the volume by
turning the rotary control on
the remote control.
Cannot start play by turning
the rotary control on the
remote control.
The volume does not increase
even if you press the VOL +
button repeatedly.
No sound, or noise is heard.
The playing time is too short
when powered with the dry
batteries.
The playing time is too short
when powered with the
rechargeable batteries.
When you press u,
"Lobatt" or "00" appears in
the display. The CD does not
play.
"HiDCin" appears in the
display.
The CD does not play or
"Nodisc" appears in the
display when a CD is placed
in the CD player.
CHG/HOLD lamp flashes
when you press a button, and
the CD does not play.
Cannot adjust the volume
with the VOL +/– buttons on
the CD player.
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Cause and/or corrective actions
c Pull the rotary control in the direction of the arrow indicated on
the control, then turn the control toward VOL + or –. (page 8)
c The rotary control is pulled out. Push the control back, then turn
the control toward N/> or .. (page 8)
c Set the AVLS switch to "NORM." (page 15)
c The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT
(OPTICAL) jack. Connect them to the i jack. (page 7)
c Connect the plugs firmly. (page 7)
c Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically.
c Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese
batteries. (page 21)
c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 21)
c Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times.
(pages 19, 20)
c The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the
batteries. (page 19)
c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 21)
c Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in "Accessories
(supplied/optional)." (page 27)
c Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the
AC power adaptor again. (pages 7, 19, 21)
c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 15)
c The CD is dirty or defective. (page 23)
c Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. (page 7)
c Moisture condensation has occurred.
Leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture
evaporates.
c Close the lid of the battery compartment firmly.
(pages 19)
c Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 19, 21)
c Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 7)
c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 15)
c The CD player is connected to an audio device. Adjust the volume
using the volume control on the connected device. (page 17)