Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you can’t fix the system as described below, or if something not listed here occurs, refer to the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer.
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers y.
Common Problems
No sound. | Turn the volume up. |
| The speaker cords may be shorted. Turn the unit off, check and correct the connections and turn the |
| unit on. y |
Sounds unfixed, reversed or | Check the speaker connections. y |
come from one speaker only |
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Humming heard during play | An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and leads away from |
| this unit’s cables. |
| If possible in your area, turn the AC mains lead’s plug or connector over to reverse the lead’s |
| polarity. |
“ERROR” is displayed. | Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again. |
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“U70” is displayed | Connect the flat cables firmly. If “U70” remains on the display, contact the dealer. |
“F61” is displayed. | There is a problem with the amplifier. Consult your dealer. |
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ECO mode on but display still | Turn DEMO off. !0 |
lights up in standby mode. |
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Listening to the radio |
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Noise is heard.
The stereo indicator flickers or doesn’t light.
Sound is distorted.
A beat sound is heard.
A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.
The correct AM frequency can’t be tuned in.
Use an outdoor antenna. i
Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.
Separate the antenna from other cables and leads.
Change the frequency step. Hold [FM/AM] or [AM] down for 10 seconds to change the step to 9 kHz.
The cassette deck
Poor quality sound. | Clean the heads. @6 |
| Check the Dolby NR setting. !4 |
Recording is not possible. | If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. !9 |
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The CD player
The display is wrong or play | The disc may be upside down. !6 |
won’t start. | Wipe the disc. |
| Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or nonstandard. !6 |
| Condensation may have formed in the player due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait about an |
| hour for it to clear and try again. |
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During “One touch” editing (a Page 21)
“NO TAPE” is displayed. | Load a cassette. !4 |
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“CHANGE TAPE” is displayed. | If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. !9 |
The remote control
The remote control doesn’t work. | Check the batteries are inserted correctly. t |
| Replace the batteries if they are worn. |
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All components are required to service the system. If service is ever necessary, bring the entire system.
Reference
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