Philips MC108B user manual Troubleshooting, Problem Solution

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Troubleshooting

WARNING

Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.

Problem

 

Solution

CD OPERATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

no cdis displayed.

Insert a disc.

 

 

– Check if the disc is inserted upside down.

 

 

– Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens

 

 

 

has cleared.

 

 

– Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”.

 

 

– Use a finalised CD-RW or CD-R.

 

 

 

 

RADIO RECEPTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Radio reception is poor.

If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or

 

 

 

connect an external antenna for better reception.

 

 

– Increase the distance between the Micro HiFi

 

 

 

System and your TV or VCR.

 

 

 

 

GENERAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The system does not react when buttons

Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and

 

are pressed.

 

switch on the system again.

 

 

 

 

 

Sound cannot be heard or is of poor

Adjust the volume.

 

quality.

Disconnect the headphones.

 

 

– Check that the speakers are connected correctly.

 

 

– Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.

 

 

 

 

 

The left and right sound outputs are

Check the speaker connections and location.

 

reversed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The remote control does not function

Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example)

 

properly.

 

before pressing the function button (É,í,ë).

 

 

– Reduce the distance between the remote control

 

 

 

and the system.

 

 

– Insert the batteries with their polarities

 

 

 

(+/– signs) aligned as indicated.

 

 

Replace the batteries.

 

 

– Point the remote control directly toward

 

 

 

IR sensor on the front of the system.

 

 

 

 

 

The timer is not working.

Set the clock correctly.

 

 

– Press TIMER to switch on the timer.

 

 

– If a recording is in progress, stop the recording.

 

 

 

 

 

The Clock/Timer setting is erased.

Power has been interrupted or the power cord

 

 

 

has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.

 

 

 

 

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Contents Micro Hi-Fi System Listen at a moderate volume To establish a safe volume levelListen for reasonable periods of time DBB Contents Environmental Information Supplied accessoriesSafety Information General InformationAntennas Connection MW antenna PowerPreparations Rear connectionsPull out the plastic protective sheet Before using the remote controlReplacing battery lithium CR2032 into the remote control Speakers Connection Front SpeakersIR Sensor Controls on the system and remote controlPower / y Volume Ð / +Basic Functions Switching the system onPower-saving automatic standby Adjusting volume and soundTo pause playback press 2. Press 2 again to resume play CD OperationSelecting a different track Finding a passage within a track Playing a discProg flashes Different play modes Shuffle and RepeatProgramming track numbers Erasing the programmeMaintenance Tuning to radio stationsRadio Reception Clock/Timer Setting the timerActivating and deactivating Specifications Problem Solution TroubleshootingAustralia Philips Manufacturers Warranty for Australia only Authorised Service Centre Network 1300 361Technology Care Centre 1300 363 Conditions New Zealand Guarantee and Service for New ZealandHow to claim Thank-you for purchasing this quality Philips productMeet Philips at the Internet

MC108B specifications

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