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Symptom Cause and countermeasure
Play does not start
from the first
track.
“—OVER—” is
displayed.
Tuner (Radio)
Symptom Cause and countermeasure
Severe hum or
noise/stations
cannot be
received.
A stereo FM
program cannot
be received in
stereo.
The player is in Program or Shuffle Play mode.
m Press CONTINUE to return to normal play.
You have reached the end of the disc while pressing ).
m Keep pressing 0 or turn SELECTOR to return to the desired playback
position.
The broadcast station band (FM, MW and LW for DHC-EX880MD, FM and AM
for DHC-MD717) or frequency are not correct.
m Set the proper band and frequency (see page 13).
The antenna is not connected properly.
m Connect the antenna properly (see pages 8 to 10).
• The antenna is set up in a place with poor reception.
• The signal strength is too weak.
m Find a place (e.g., outside a window) and an orientation that provide good
reception, then set up the antenna again.
The supplied FM lead antenna may not provide good reception inside a steel
reinforced concrete or steel-frame building. If you cannot obtain good reception
even when you place the supplied antenna outside a window, we recommend
you connect an optional outdoor antenna.
Part of the antenna is folded, tied or rolled up.
m The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals along its entire length, so make
sure you extend it fully (see pages 9 to 11).
m Fasten the tip of the supplied FM lead antenna to a wall with tape or a tack (see
page 11).
Part of the antenna is tied together with the speaker cord.
m Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker cords as possible.
The supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.
m Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The system is affected by electrical equipment.
m Try turning off the electrical equipment.
The tuner is set to MONO.
m Press STEREO/MONO until “STEREO” appears in the display.
Reception is poor.
m See “Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received” on this page and check
the antenna condition.
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