I Problem I Probable cause(s) I Suggested remedy (
While using the tape deck
Tape moves but no sound
is heard.
Previously recorded sound
has not been erased.
Sound outputis hoarse or
unsteady,
Poor sound quality
(especially in the high treble
and low bass ranges).
Sound is low, poor tone,
intermittent sound, noise.
Recording is not possible.
Recorded sound is TV
noise.
The volume control of the amplifier isset to its
minimum position.
The input selector of the amplifier is not set to the
"TAPE MONITOR" position.
Erase head is dirty.
Heads are dirty.
Tape is damaged.
The correct Dolby noise-reducfion button is not set.
Heads, capstan and/or pinch roller are dirty or tape
isdamaged.
One of the tape-to-tape recording-speed indicators
is illuminated.
This unit fs placed near a TV.
• Adjust the volume control to the desired level.
• Set to the "TAPE MONITOR" position.
• Clean the head.
• Clean the heads.
• Try operation with a new cassette; if there is no
problem with the new cassette, discard the damaged
cassette.
• Sat to the correct position.
• Clean the heads, capstan and/or pinch roller, or try a
new cassette.
• Switch off whichever tape-to-tape recording-speed
indicator that is illuminated (by pressing the SPEED
button).
• Try placing this unit farther away from a TV.
While using the graphic equalizer (SD-$947.S747 only)
Equalized sound can't be The power switch is switched "OFF".
J • Switch "ON" the power.heard.
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While using the remote-control transmitter
Remote-control transmitter Batteries arc incorrectly installed. • Insert the batteries so that the positive (+) and
does not function, negative (-) polarities ere correct.
The remote-contrel transmitter batteries are • Replace them with new batteries.
drained.
There is an obstruction between the remote-contrel • Remove the obstruction.
transmitter and the system components.
The remote-control transmitter is not correctly fac- • Face the remote-control transmitter correctly toward
ing the system components, the system components.
Product service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair the unit your-
self.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Product information
For product service, product information or assistance in prod-
uct operation, refer to the servicanter directory.
When getting service
Before bdnging in your changer for service, be sure to remove all
discs first.
If the disc in play doesn't return to its slot when you press i, hold
the button down for about 4 seconds. The disc should return to the
stot.
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