Sony TC-K511S - Troubleshooting Guide; Button and Transport Issues

Troubleshooting Guide :
The following trouble checks will help you correct the most common
problems encountered with your tape deck.
Should any problems persist after you have made these checks,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom
The function buttons do not activate.
Before proceeding with these trouble checks, verify that:
- The power cord is firmly connected.
+ Amplifier connection are firmly made.
* Heads, capstan and pinch roller are clean.
+ The amplifier controls and switches are set correctly.
Function Buttons and Tape Transport Problems
Cause
The cassette holder is not fully closed.
Remedy
Close the holder completely.
The cassette is not properly inserted. Insert cassette correctly.
Button was pressed immediately after the
power was turned on.
Wait until the Il indicator stops flashing.
The @ button does not activate. There is no cassette in the holder. Insert a cassette.
A tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the slot with tape (page 14).
Automatic shut-off mechanism activates
before the tape comes to its end.
The tape is slack.
Take up the tape slack.
The cassette shell is deformed.
Use another cassette.
The Memory Play function is activated.
Press the MEMORY button to deactivate
the function.
Excessively loud tape transport noise
during fast winding.
This noise is caused by the cassette and
does not signify a mechanical problem.
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