CASSETTE RECORDERMAINTENANCE & SAFETYTROUBLESHOOTING
CD Synchro Start recordingSafety InformationWARNING
1 Select CD/MP3 function.Y Place the set on a hard, flat and stable surface soDo not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock! Under no circumstances should you try to
2 Insert a CD and if desired, programme track num-repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the guarantee.
that the system does not tilt.
bers.If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.
3 Open the cassette door.Y Do not expose the set, batteries, CDs to humidity,If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating
4 Insert a suitable tape into the cassette deck and
equipment or direct sunlight.
close the door.Remote control does not function properly The disc skips tracks
5 Press RECORD 0 to start recording.Y The apparatus shall not be exposed to
� Batteries exhausted/ incorrectly inserted� Disc damaged or dirty
? Playing of the CD/program starts automaticallydripping or splashing. Y Insert (fresh) batteries correctlyY Replace or clean disc
from the beginning. You donOt need to start theY Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of 15
� SHUF or PROG is active
CD player separately.cm between the ventilation holes and surrounding� Distance/ angle between the set too largeY Switch off SHUF/PROG
? Display: shows briefly.surfaces is necessary to prevent heat build-up.Y Reduce the distance/ angle
Note:
6 To pause recording, press PAUSE ;. Y The ventilation should not be impeded by coveringNo sound /powerFor a disc with CD Audio tracks and MP3 files,
Press PAUSE ; again to resume recording.the MP3 files may be unplayable, depending on
the ventilation openings with items, such as news-�Volume not adjusted
7 To stop recording, press STOP/OPEN 9/.papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc..Y Adjust the VOLUMEthe encoding software.
Recording from the RadioY No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall� Power cord not securely connectedSound skips during MP3 playback
1 Tune to the desired radio station (see Tuning tobe placed on the apparatus. Y Connect the AC power cord properly�MP3 file made at compression level exceeding
320kbps
radio stations).Y No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
2 Follow steps 3-7, under CD Synchro Start recording.should be placed on the apparatus. � Batteries dead/ incorrectly insertedY Use a lower compression level to record CD tracks
Y Insert (fresh) batteries correctlyinto MP3 format
Y The mechanical parts of the set contain � Disc damaged or dirty
Maintenance & Safety (See 8, 9)
self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled orSevere radio hum or noiseY Replace or clean disc
CD player and CD handling
lubricated.� Electrical interference: set too close to TV, VCR or
Y If the CD player cannot read CDs correctly, use aYTo clean the set, use a dry cloth. Do not use anycomputerPoor cassette sound quality
cleaning CD to clean the lens before taking the set� Dust and dirt on the heads, etc.
cleaning agents containing alcohol, Y Increase the distance
to repair.Y Clean deck parts, see Maintenance
Y The lens of the CD player should never be touched!ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these mayPoor radio reception� Use of incompatible cassette types
harm the housing.
Y Sudden changes in the surrounding temperature can�Weak radio signal(METAL or CHROME)
cause condensation on the lens of your CD player.Tape deck maintenance Y FM: Adjust the FM telescopic aerialY Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording
Playing a CD is then not possible. Do not attempt toTo ensure quality recording and playback of the tape
clean the lens but leave the set in a warm environ-deck, clean parts A, B and C as shown, once aindicationRecording does not work
ment until the moisture evaporates.month. Use a cotton bud slightly moistened with alco-� CD badly scratched or dirty� Cassette tab(s) may be broken
Y Always close the CD door to avoid dust on the lens.hol or a special head cleaning fluid to clean the deck.Y Replace/ clean CD, see MaintenanceY Apply adhesive tape over the missing tab space
YTo clean the CD, wipe in a straight line from the1 Open the cassette door.� Laser lens steamed up
centre towards the edge using a soft, lint-free cloth.2 Press PLAY 1 and clean the roller C.YWait until lens has cleared
Do not use cleaning agents as they may damage the3 Press PAUSE ; and clean the heads A, and the� CD-R/CD-RW is blank/ not finalized
disc.capstan B.Y Use a finalized CD-R(W)
Y Never write on a CD or attach any stickers to it.4 After cleaning, press STOP/OPEN 9/.� CD-ROM disc inserted/
CD contains non-audio files
Y Use CD Audio discs/MP3-CD only
Note:
Make sure the CD is not encoded with Copyright
protection technologies, as some do not conform
to the Compact Disc standard. |
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