TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Cause

Solution

 

 

 

NO SOUND

• Power Mains cable unplugged or power

• Check if AC Mains cable is plugged in and

 

not switched on

power switched on

 

• TAPE 1 MONITOR selected

De-select monitor mode

 

• Mute on

• Switch off Mute

 

• Connector to power amp not fitted correctly

• Check connections

 

• Internal fuse blown

• Consult dealer

 

• Power amp or active speaker

• Switch power On

 

not switched on

 

 

 

 

NO SOUND IN ONE CHANNEL

• Connector to power amp not fitted correctly

• Check connections

 

• Input lead disconnected or damaged

• Check leads and connections

 

 

 

PROBLEM ON PHONO INPUT ONLY

• No signal

• No phono amplification module installed

 

• Hum on Phono input

• Check MM, MC switch set correctly

 

 

Check phono earth lead is connected

 

• Weak or Distorted signal

• Check the turntable is connected to the

 

 

correct MM or MC phono input

 

 

 

WEAK BASS / POOR STEREO IMAGE

• Speakers connected to the power

• Check connections to all speakers in the

 

amplifier wired out of phase

system

 

 

 

REMOTE CONTROL NOT WORKING

• Batteries flat, or incorrectly inserted

• Check or replace batteries

 

• IR transmitter or receiver windows

• Remove obstruction

 

obstructed

 

 

 

 

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NAD S100 owner manual Troubleshooting

S100 specifications

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