Troubleshooting chart

Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician.

If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre.

■ General

Symptom	Possible cause

● The clock is not set to	● Did a power failure occur?
the correct time.	Reset the clock. (Refer page 7)

● When a button is	● Set the unit to the power stand-
pressed, the unit does	by mode and then turn it back
not respond.	on.
	● If the unit still malfunctions,
	reset it. (Refer page 15)

● No sound is heard.	● Is the volume level set to
	“MIN”?
	● Are the headphones
	connected?
	● Are the speaker wires
	disconnected?

■ CD player

Symptom	Possible cause

● Playback does not start.	● Is the disc placed upside
● Playback stops in the	down?
● Playback stops in the
middle or is not	● Does the disc satisfy the
performed properly.	standards?
	● Is the disc distorted or
	scratched?

● Playback sounds are	● Is the unit located near
skipped, or stopped in	excessive vibrations?
the middle of a track.	● Is the disc very dirty?
	● Is the disc very dirty?
	● Has condensation formed
	inside the unit?

■ Remote control

Symptom	Possible cause

● The remote control does	● Is the AC power lead of the unit
not operate.	plugged in?
	● Are the batteries polarity
	correct?
	● Are the batteries dead?
	● Is the distance or angle
	incorrect?
	● Does the remote control sensor
	receive strong light?

■ Tuner

Symptom	Possible cause

● The radio makes	● Is the unit placed near the TV or
unusual noises	computer?
continuously.	● Is the FM aerial or AM loop
	aerial placed properly? Move
	the aerial away from the AC
	power lead if it is located
	nearby.

■Condensation

Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside the cabinet (CD pickup, etc.) or on the transmitter on the remote control.

Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction. If this happens, leave the power on with no disc in the unit until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter with a soft cloth before operating the unit.

■If problem occurs

When this product is subjected to strong external interference (mechanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it may malfunction.

If such a problem occurs, do the following:

1Set the unit to the stand-by mode and turn the power on again.

2If the unit is not restored in the previous operation, unplug and plug in the unit, and then turn the power on.

Note:

If neither operation above restores the unit, clear all the memory by resetting it.

■Factory reset, clearing all memory

1Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.

2Press and hold TUNING/FOLDER and press ON/STAND-BY button on main unit. “RESET” appear.

Caution:

This operation will erase all data stored in memory including clock, timer setting, tuner preset and CD programme.

■Before transporting the unit

Remove all CDs from the unit. Make sure there is no CD in the disc tray. Then, set the unit to the power stand-by mode. Carrying the unit with discs left inside can damage the unit.

■Care of compact discs

Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mistracking can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc surface. Follow the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from your CD collection and player.

●Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label side from which signals are read. Do not mark this surface.

●Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive moisture.

●Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt, or water on the CDs can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD is dirty or does not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the centre, along the radius.

NO	YES
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