Technicolor - Thomson AM1550 manual Troubleshooting Tips, More Information, Cleaning CDs

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TroubleshootingTips

EN

Problem

Solution

Problem

Solution

System will

Check power cord for a secure connection.

CD button

Switch to another function (e.g. Tuner) and

not turn on

Unplug the unit for a moment, and then

will not

then back to CD.

 

plug into power source again.

respond, or

 

 

Check the outlet by plugging in another

does not

 

 

device.

change

 

 

 

discs when

 

No sound

Increase the volume setting.

you press

 

 

Check connection to speakers.

DISC SKIP

 

 

Check that you have selected the appropri-

 

 

 

ate function: CD, Tuner, AUX.

Remote

Check that the batteries are properly

 

 

control

installed.

Poor radio

Check antenna connection.

does not

Replace weak batteries.

reception

Move antenna.

work

Check the system is plugged in to power

 

Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such

 

source.

 

as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave,

 

Point the remote directly at the system’s

 

fluorescent lights.

 

front panel.

 

 

 

Move closer to the system.

CD does

Check that CD is in the tray.

 

Remove any obstacles between the remote

not play

Check that CD label is facing up.

 

and the system.

 

Check that PAUSE mode is not on.

 

 

 

Check that CD function is selected.

 

 

 

Use a CD lens cleaner.

 

 

CD sound

 

 

 

skips

Clean the disc.

 

 

 

Check disc for warping, scratches, or other

 

 

damage.

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

MoreInformation

Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance.

or adhesive tapes to the label surfaces. Do not scratch or damage the label. CDs rotate at high speeds inside the player. Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) CDs

Cleaning

Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust cloth.

CD Player

CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must be opened by only a qualified technician.

Handling CDs

Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold CDs by the edges, or by one edge and the hole. Do not affix labels

Cleaning CDs

Dirty CDs can cause poor sound quality. Always keep CDs clean by wiping them gently with a soft cloth from the inner edge toward the outer perimeter.

If a CD becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in water, wring it out well, wipe the dirt away gently, and then remove any water drops with a dry cloth.

Do not use record cleaning sprays or anti-static agents on CDs. Also, never clean CDs with benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents which may cause damage to disc surface

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Contents Thomson Multimedia Pack France AM1550 Safety Information Contents Before you Begin General Controls Master Volume adjusts sound volume Tion etcDisplay Showing DemonstrationClock & Timer Setting the ClockSetting the Timer Activating the TimerSound Features CD Player Tuner EN Tuning to an RDS Station Displaying RDS InformationSearching Station by Program Type Select frequency in FM bandCassette Player Select Tape modePlaying the Tape Recording Troubleshooting Tips CleaningCleaning CDs More InformationHeadset Safety Don’t Infringe Safety PrecautionsTechnical Specifications CD Lens Care

AM1550 specifications

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