Troubleshooting Tips

Problem	Solution	Problem	Solution
System will	• Check power cord for a secure	CD button	• Switch to another function (TAPE,
not turn on	connection.	will not	Tuner) and then back to CD.
	• Unplug the unit for a moment, and	respond, or
	then plug into power source again.	does not
	• Check the outlet by plugging in	change
	another device.	discs when
		you press
No sound	• Increase the volume setting.	DISC SKIP
	• Check connection to speakers.
	• Check that you have selected the	MP3 disc	• Only finalized MP3 CDR/CDRW disc is
	appropriate function: CD, TAPE, Tuner.	does not	accepted. MP3 format burnt by some
	• Make sure mute is off.	play	software (such as DIRECT CD) may not
	• Make sure headphones are not		run properly.
	plugged in.
		Distorted or	• Inspect the tape heads, clean it if
Poor radio	• Check antenna connection.	noisy tape	necessary.
reception	• Move antenna.	recordings
	• Turn off nearby electrical appliances,
	such as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner,	Remote	• Check that the batteries are properly
	microwave, fluorescent lights.	control	installed.
		does not	• Replace weak batteries.
CD does	• Check that CD is in the tray.	work	• Check the system is plugged into
not play	• Check that CD label is facing up.		power source.
	• Check that PAUSE mode is not on.		• Point the remote directly at the
	• Check that CD function is selected.		system’s front panel.
	• Use CD lens cleaner.		• Move closer to the system.
	• Clean the disc.		• Remove any obstacles between the
	• Try another CD.		remote and the system.

CD sound • Clean the disc.

skips • Check disc for warping, scratches, or other damage.

•Check if something is causing the system to vibrate. If so, move the system.

•Make sure the speakers are at least 3 feet away or on a different surface from the main unit.

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