CDR-205TX
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE-1
If the CDR-205TX begins to operate improperly, use the troubleshooting guide below to help you ascertain
the problem.
Because the unit contains a microcomputer to provide advanced functions, it may malfunction due to
external noise or static electricity. If this happens, disconnect the power cord and then plug it in again after
about 5 seconds.
About the self-diagnosis function
The CDR-205TX is equipped with a self-diagnosis function. If a malfunction is detected during operation, one
of the messages given below will appear in the front display.
Display Cause Remedy
Disc Error • Playback was likely stopped due to dirt, • Eject the disc and check for dirt, dust,
dust, scratches, or vibrations. and scratches.
• The disc has been placed in • Eject the disc and check that it is placed
upside down. in correctly.
If you place the disc correctly and the
same message appears, unplug the power
cord and plug it back in again. If the same
message appears again, contact an Onkyo
service representative.
System Error A malfunction has occurred in the system Unplug the power cord and plug it back
(flashing) due to excessive noise or static electricity. in again. If the same message appears
again, contact an Onkyo service
representative.
Messages during recording
Display Cause Remedy
Cannot Copy The input digital signal contains Record an analog signal or recordable
a copy guard signal (SCMS). music signal.
D. In Unlock • The digital input is blocked. • Verify that the player component is
properly playing and the digital cable is
properly connected.
• Data has been input in the • Verify that source signal is a normal
CD-ROM, etc. music signal.
Check Level The player component was already Stop the player component. Shortly thereafter,
playing. "Signal Wait" will appear.
Rec Setup The CDR-205TX is entering the Wait until the message disappears.
recording standby state.
Repair After recording, the disc was left in While "Repair" is displayed, the
the CDR-205TX when the power was CDR-205TX is tracing back through the
turned off and the track numbers and recorded area and repairing the track
recording time data was lost. numbers and recording time data.
When the message disappears,
finalization of the disc is possible.
Depending on the recording amount,
this process may take up to 40 minutes.
Disc Full Either the disc is full of recordings or Use a new disc.
99 tracks have been recorded and no
more recordings can be made on the disc.
