Cassette RecorderMaintenance & SafetyTroubleshooting
CD/MP3-CD synchro start recordingY The mechanical parts of the set contain
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.
1 Select CD source.self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiledIf you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
or lubricated.
2 Insert a disc and if desired, program track
numbers.YTo clean the set, use a dry cloth. Do not useWARNING:Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock.Under no cir-
any cleaning agents containing alcohol,cumstances should you try to repair the set yourself,as this will inval-
3 Press 9/ to open the cassette holder. Insert
ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these mayidate the guarantee.
a blank tape and close the deck.
harm the housing.
4 Press RECORD 0 to start recording.
No sound /powerThe disc skips tracks
Y Playing of the disc/ programme starts auto-
Tape deck maintenance� Volume not adjusted� Disc damaged or dirty
matically from the beginning.You donOt need
(See 7)Y Adjust the VOLUMEY Replace or clean disc
to start the player separately.
To ensure quality recording and playback of� Power cord not securely connected� Shuffle or program is active
5 For brief interruptions, press ;.To resumethe tape deck, clean parts A, B and C as
Y Connect the AC power cord properlyY Switch off shuffle/program
recording, press ; again.shown, once a month. Use a cotton bud � Batteries dead/ incorrectly insertedNote:
slightly moistened with alcohol or a special
6 To stop recording, press 9/.Y Insert (fresh) batteries correctlyFor a disc with CD Audio tracks and MP3
head cleaning fluid to clean the deck.
� Headphones connected to the setfiles,only the CDAudio tracks will be played.
Recording from the Radio1 Open the cassette holder by pressing 9/.Y Disconnect headphonesSound skips during MP3 playback
1 Adjust the source selector to RADIO.2 Press 1 and clean the roller C.� Disc contains non-audio files� MP3 file made at compression level exceeding
2 Tune to a desired radio station (See Radio3 Press ; and clean the heads A, and the Y Insert a suitable disc or press SEARCH or320kbps
reception)capstan B. once or more skip to an audio track, instead ofY Use a lower compression level to record CD
tracks into MP3 format
4 After cleaning, press 9/.the data files3 Follows steps 3-6, under CD/MP3 synchro
� Cleaning of the heads can also be done by� Disc damaged or dirty
start recording.
playing a cleaning cassette through once.Display does not function properly/NoY Replace or clean disc
reaction to operation of any of the con-
Safety information (See 7)Poor cassette sound quality
CD player and CD handlingtrols
Y Place the set on a hard, flat and stable surface
(See 7)� Electrostatic discharge� Dust and dirt on the heads,etc.
so that the system does not tilt.Y Clean deck parts, see Maintenance
Y If the CD player cannot read CDs correctly,Y Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a
use a cleaning CD to clean the lens beforefew secondsY Do not expose the set, batteries, CDs to� Use of incompatible cassette types (METAL or
humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat causedtaking the set to repair.CHROME)
Y Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording
Y The lens of the CD player should never beno indicationby heating equipment or direct sunlight.
Y The apparatus shall not be exposed to Recording does not worktouched!
� No disc inserted
dripping or splashing.Y Sudden changes in the surrounding
Y Insert a suitable disc� Cassette tab(s) may be broken
temperature can cause condensation on the
Y Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of
lens of your CD player. Playing a CD is then� Disc badly scratched or dirtyY Apply adhesive tape over the missing tab space
15 cm between the ventilation holes and sur-
not possible. Do not attempt to clean theY Replace/clean CD (See Maintenance)
rounding surfaces is necessary to prevent
lens but leave the set in a warm environment� CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalized.
heat build-up.until the moisture evaporates.Y Use a finalized CD-R(W)
Y The ventilation should not be impeded byYAlways close the CD-tape door to avoid dust� Laser lens steam up
covering the ventilation openings with items,on the lens.YWait until lens has cleared
such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.. YTo clean the CD, wipe in a straight line fromNote:
Y No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,the center towards the edge using a soft,Make sure the CD is not encoded with
shall be placed on the apparatus.lint-free cloth. Do not use cleaning agents asCopyright protection technologies,as some
they may damage the disc.do not conform to the Compact
Y No naked flame sources, such as lighted can-
Disc standard..Y Never write on a CD or attach any stickers
dles, should be placed on the apparatus.
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