Arcam A85 service manual Fault Diagnostics, Hints & Tips, Action

Models: A85

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Fault Diagnostics

Fault

Action

No power

Check fuses

 

Check power supply rails

Unit functions ok but no audio

Check preamp fuses

 

Check RL100A (volume control mute relay)

 

Check +5V supply rail

 

Check mute signal line

Volume control locks up

Check software version is 2.0 or higher

DC offset

Check equipment connected to amp for DC on the audio leads

 

Check alterations as per ECO 01_1101 have been fitted

Unit fails to respond to commands

Check ribbon cable from display to main board

 

Check ribbon cable from display to preamp board

Unit gets very hot

Check power stage IQ settings

Hints & Tips

!To check software version press PHONO, TUNER, DVD buttons on the front panel simultaneously.

!On issue 2 phono boards only, fit Kapton insulation tape to the phono stage PCB (rear panel end) to prevent track shorting to chassis.

!Check all fuses are the correct rating.

!Check DC offset alterations are fitted as per ECO 01_1101

!To isolate a fault between the pre or power amp section press the PRE/PWR button on the rear panel to separate the two sections.

!Check R100 on amp/psu board is not shorting to the track underneath (through plated via).

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Arcam A85 service manual Fault Diagnostics, Hints & Tips, Action