Sony MHC-GN1100D Operating Instructions Manual page 78

Tape deck
The tape does not record or playback,
or there is a decrease in sound level.
• The tape heads are dirty (see "Cleaning
the tape heads" on page 82).
• The record/playback heads are
magnetized (see "Demagnetizing the
tape heads" on page 82).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are
magnetized (see "Demagnetizing the
tape heads" on page 82).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or
the sound drops out.
• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty
(see "Cleaning the tape heads" on
page 82).
Noise increases or the high
frequencies are erased.
• The record/playback heads are
magnetized (see "Demagnetizing the
tape heads" on page 82).
The tape does not record.
• No tape is loaded. Load a tape.
• The tab has been removed from the tape.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape
(page 81).
• The tape has reeled to the end.
When you press . or >, "Not in
Use" flashes in the display.
• The system does not have AMS
(Automatic Music Sensor) function.
This is not a malfunction.
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The recorded sound has echo effect.
• Before you start recording, press
FLANGER, DELAY and CHORUS
repeatedly until the FLANGER,
DELAY and CHORUS indicators light
off.
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item "There is no
sound." (page 72) and check the
condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly
(page 70) while checking:
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all
the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
• Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the connected component
and start playing.
If the system still does not operate
properly after performing the above
measures or other troubles not
described above occur, reset the
system as follows:
Use the buttons on the unit for the
operation.
1
Unplug the power cord.
2
Plug the power cord back in.
3
Press "/1 to turn on the system.
4
Press x, ENTER and "/1 at the
same time.
"COLD RESET" appears in the
display.
The system is reset to the factory settings
except for DVD settings. You should set
the settings you made, such as the preset
stations, clock and timer.