Philips AZ1142 manual Troubleshooting, Problem

TROUBLESHOOTING

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.

If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.

WARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this would invalidate the guarantee.

English

PROBLEM

–POSSIBLE CAUSE

• REMEDY

No sound/power

–VOLUME not adjusted

• Adjust the VOLUME

–Headphones connected

• Disconnect headphones

–Mains lead not securely connected

• Connect the mains lead properly

Severe radio hum or noise

–Electrical interference: set too close to TV,

VCR or computer

• Increase the distance

indication

–CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalised

• Use a finalised CD-R(W)

–CD badly scratched or dirty

•Replace/ clean CD, see CD player and CD handling

The CD skips tracks

–CD is damaged or dirty

• Replace or clean the CD

–SHUFFLE or a programme is active

• Switch off SHUFFLE/PROGRAM

Poor cassette sound quality

– Dust and dirt on the heads, etc.

• Clean deck parts etc., see Maintenance

Poor radio reception

–Weak radio signal

•FM: Direct the FM telescopic aerial for optimum reception

•MW: Turn the set for optimum reception

– Use of incompatible cassette types (METAL or CHROME)

• Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording

Recording does not work

– Cassette tab(s) may be broken

or indication

–No CD inserted

• Insert a CD

–CD badly scratched or dirty

•Replace/ clean CD, see CD player and CD handling

–Laser lens steamed up,

• Wait until lens has cleared

•Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing tab space

This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Union.

The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.

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