RADIO RECEPTION
Poor radio reception.
TAPE DECK OPERATION
Recording or playback cannot be
made.
"CHECK TAPE" is displayed.
Tape deck door cannot open.
GENERAL
Does not react when any buttons
are pressed.
No or poor sound.
Reversed left and right sound.
Remote control does not function properly.
Timer is not working.
pg 001-021/MC30/22-Eng
¶ The signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or
connect an external antenna for better
reception.
¶ Increase the distance from TV or VCR.
¶ Clean deck parts, see Maintenance.
¶ Use only NORMAL (IEC I) tape for recording.
¶ Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
¶ Reconnect the AC power plug and switch on
the system again.
¶ Press STANDBY-ON to switch off the system.
Remove the AC power plug from the wall
outlet, then reconnect the power plug and
switch on the system again.
¶ Adjust the volume.
¶ Disconnect the headphones.
¶ Check that the speakers are connected
correctly.
¶ Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
¶ Check the speaker connections and location.
¶ Select the source (CD, TUNER, etc.)
before pressing the function button (É,í,ë,
etc.).
¶ Reduce the distance to the system.
¶ Insert the batteries with their polarities
(+/– signs) as indicated.
¶ Replace the batteries.
¶ Set the clock.
¶ Press TIMER ON•OFF to switch on the timer.
¶ If recording is in progress, stop recording.
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Troubleshooting
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