Sony MHC-GTX66, Operating Instructions Manual

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The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are
magnetized (see “Demagnetizing the
tape heads” on page 51).
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 51).
Noise increases or the high
frequencies are erased.
• The record/playback heads are
magnetized (see “Demagnetizing the
tape heads” on page 51).
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 51).
• The tape has reeled to the end.
The system cannot play back the
reverse side of the tape in Deck A or
Deck B.
• The system only can play back front
side of the tape in Deck A and Deck B.
This is not a malfunction.
The system cannot record the reverse
side of the tape in Deck B.
• The system only can record front side of
the tape in Deck B. This is not a
malfunction.
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.
The recorded sound has echo effect.
• Before you start recording, press
FLANGER, DELAY or CHORUS
repeatedly until “FLANGER”,
“DELAY” and “CHORUS” disappear
from the display.
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no
sound.” (page 43) and check the
condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly
(page 41) 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.
You should set the settings you made,
such as the preset stations, clock and
timer.