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Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
CD player
Symptom
The volume does not increase
even if the VOLUME control is
adjusted to the maximum
level.
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
, “Lo
batt” or “00” appears in the
display. The CD does not
play.
“HI dc In” appears in the
display.
The CD does not play or
“no dISC” appears in the
display when a CD is placed
in the CD player.
“Hold” appears in the
display when you press a
button, and the CD does not
play.
Cannot adjust the volume
with the VOLUME control on
the CD player.
The CD player does not start
charging.
Cause and/or corrective actions
c
Set the AVLS switch to “NORM.” (page 17)
c
The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack.
Connect them to the
i
/REMOTE jack. (page 6)
c
The connecting cord is connected to the LINE OUT jack.
(page 19)
c
Connect the plugs firmly. (page 6)
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 23)
c
Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 23)
c
Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times.
(pages 21, 22)
c
The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the
batteries. (pages 21, 22)
c
Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 23)
c
Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in “Accessories
(supplied/optional).” (page 29)
c
Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the
AC power adaptor again. (pages 6, 21, 22, 23)
c
The CD is dirty or defective. (page 24)
c
Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. (page 6)
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.
(page 21)
c
Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 21 - 23)
c
Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 6)
c
The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 17)
c
The CD player is connected to an audio device. Adjust the volume
using the volume control on the connected device. (page 19)
c
During stop, press
x
/CHG. (page 21)
Additional information
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