JVC FS-H100J Symptom, Possible Cause

Troubleshooting

If you are having a problem with your unit, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service.

If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the unit has been physically damaged, call a qualified person, such as your dealer, for service.

Symptom

Possible Cause

Action

Power does not come on.

The power cord is not connected to an		Insert the plug into the socket.
AC outlet.

No sound is heard.	•	Connections are incorrect or loose.
	•	A pair of headphones is connected.
	•	MP3 disc is recorded with “packet
		writing.”

•Check all connections and make corrections. (See pages 6 and 7.)

•Unplug the headphones from the PHONES jack.

•It cannot be played. Replace the disc.

Hard to listen to broadcasts because of	•	Antennas are disconnected.
noise.
	•	The AM loop antenna is too close to
		the unit.
	•	The FM antenna is not properly
		extended and positioned.

The disc does not play.	The disc is upside down.

Specific files (tracks) on an MP3 disc are	Files other than MP3 are included in the
not played.	disc.

Impossible to record.	Small tabs on the back of the cassette are
	removed.

•Reconnect the antenna correctly and securely.

•Change the position and direction of the AM loop antenna.

•Extend FM antenna and orient to the best reception position.

Put the disc in with the label side up.

They cannot be played.

Cover the holes with adhesive tape.

Operations are disabled.		The built-in microprocessor has
		malfunctioned due to external electrical
		interference.

Unplug the AC power cord then plug it back in.

Unable to operate the unit by the remote control.

•The path between the remote control and the remote sensor on the unit is blocked.

•The batteries are exhausted.

•You are using the remote control too far from the unit.

•Remove the obstruction.

•Replace the batteries. (See page 6.)

•Signals cannot reach the remote sensor. Move closer to the unit.