Panasonic RX-D10, D11 Troubleshooting guide, Maintenance, If the surfaces are dirty, Lens care

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.

If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer for instructions.

Problem

Probable cause(s)

Suggested remedy

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Common problems

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No operation when the unit

Is the AC mains lead still connected to the unit

Disconnect the AC mains lead from the unit.

 

is powered by batteries.

but disconnected from a household mains socket

 

 

 

while batteries are being used?

 

 

 

Are the batteries flat?

Replace them with new ones. Alternatively, use

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a household mains socket as the power source.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Have the batteries been installed incorrectly with

Align the (+) and (–) polarities properly.

 

 

their (+) and (–) polarities reversed?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While listening to CDs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“E” appears.

Incorrect operation has been done.

Operate the unit correctly by following the

 

 

 

 

 

operating instructions.

 

Play does not start.

Has the CD been installed upside down?

Install the CD with the label side facing up.

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No display of track

 

 

 

 

 

Has there been a sudden change in temperature?

Condensation may have formed on the lens unit.

 

numbers, etc.

 

For instance, was the unit brought straight from a

Leave it for about an hour before attempting

 

 

 

 

cold place into a warm location?

operation again.

 

Certain sections are not

Is the CD dirty?

Wipe with a soft cloth.

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played properly.

Is the CD scratched?

Replace with a new CD.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While using the cassette deck

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No recording.

Has the tape’s accidental erasure-prevention tabs

Cover the holes with adhesive tape.

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been broken off?

 

 

High level of noise; poor

Are the heads dirty?

Clean them.

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sound quality.

 

 

 

 

below

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tape is not ejected.

Are the batteries flat?

Replace them with new ones or, alternatively, use a

 

The lid cannot be closed

 

 

 

household mains socket as the power source and

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when loading the tape.

 

 

 

press [L/c STOP/EJECT] after pressing [- PLAY].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While listening to the radio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High level of noise; stations

Has the antenna been adjusted properly?

Try changing its direction.

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cannot be tuned in well.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Noise heard during AM

Are you using the remote control of another

Use the remote control at a distance.

 

reception.

appliance near the unit?

 

 

 

Are you operating the unit and a TV set at the

Place the unit at a distance from the TV.

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same time?

Alternatively, turn off the TV’s power.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While using the remote control transmitter

RX-D11 only

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No operation.

Are the batteries flat?

Replace them with new ones.

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Have the batteries been installed with their (+)

Align the (+) and (–) polarities properly.

 

 

 

and (–) polarities aligned properly?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintenance

Reference

If the surfaces are dirty

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a soap- and-water solution or a weak detergent solution.

Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

For a cleaner crisper sound

Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback and recording. Use a cleaning tape (not inlcuded).

Lens care

Open the CD lid and clean the lens with a blower (not included). If the lens is extremely dirty, clean it with a cotton swab. Recommended product: Lens cleaner kit (SZZP1038C)

Lens

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Contents Portable Stereo CD System Table of Contents Supplied accessoriesDear customer Figure B Figure aPrecautions a Power sourcesBeforeuse B Before use Power sourcesLocation of controls Memory back-up batteries not includedLocation of controls Concerning the remote controlTo listen through headphones not Included D Use BeforePress Memory Presetting radio broadcastsListening Set To Tuner Press Band to select FM or AMListening to radio broadcasts Listening to programmed stations Preset a tuningListening to radio broadcasts Listening to CDs Sequential playRepeat play and random play Press -/ g or f/ + to select the desired track Listening to CDsProgram play Press L ClearPress XBS to boost the bass sounds Adjusting the deep-bass XBSListening to tapes Changing the sound qualityRecording Before recordingRecording from radio broadcasts B Recording from CDs CConcerning CDs Concerning cassette tapesReference If the surfaces are dirty Troubleshooting guideMaintenance For a cleaner crisper soundTechnical specifications