Troubleshooting; Problems And Remedies - Sony CMT-EX5 Operating Instructions Manual

Troubleshooting

Problems and remedies

If you have any problem using this system, use
the following check list.
First, check that the power cord is connected
firmly and that the speakers are connected
correctly and firmly.
Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
General
"– –:– –" appears in the display.
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
There is no sound.
• Adjust the volume.
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• Check the speaker connections (see page 6).
Sound comes from one channel, or unbalanced
left and right volume.
• Connect the speaker cords properly (see page 6).
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect the supplied speakers.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Move the system away from the source of noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
• Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the power line.
The timer cannot be set.
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
The timer does not function.
• Activate the timer (see "To activate the timer" on
page 19).
• Check the set contents and set the correct time
(see page 8 or 19).
• After you have set the timer, make sure to press
`/1 to turn off the system.
• The system is on about 15 seconds before the
preset time.
The remote does not function.
• Remove the obstacle.
• Move the remote closer to the system.
• Point the remote at the system's sensor.
• Replace the CR2025 battery.
• Locate the system away from the fluorescent
light.
CD Player
The cover inside the disc slot does not open and
"LOCKED" appears.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The CD does not eject.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Play does not start.
• Load a CD.
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 26).
• Replace the CD.
• The CD has been inserted with the label side
facing inward. Load the CD correctly.
• Remove the CD and wipe away the moisture on
the CD, then leave the system turned on for a
few hours until the moisture evaporates.
• Press NX (or CD N on the remote) to start
play.
The sound skips.
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 26).
• Replace the CD.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Try moving the speakers away from the system,
or placing them on separate stands.
When you listen to a track with bass sounds at
high volume, the speaker vibration may cause the
sound to skip.
Play does not start from the first track.
• With the system stopped, press PLAY MODE on
the remote repeatedly until "PROGRAM" and
"SHUFFLE" disappear to return to normal play.
continued
GB
23