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 will invalidate the guarantee.
Problem
–Possible cause
• Remedy
No sound /power
–Volume not adjusted
• Adjust the VOLUME
–Power cord not securely connected
•Connect the AC power cord properly
– Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted
•Insert (fresh) batteries correctly
–Headphones connected to the set
• Disconnect headphones
–CD contains
•Press ∞ , § once or more to skip to a CD audio track, instead of the data file.
Display does not function properly/ No reaction to operation of any of the controls
no indication
–No disc inserted
• Insert asuitable disc
–CD badly scratched or dirty
•Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance & Safety
– Laser lens steamed up
•Wait until lens has cleared
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• Use a finalized
Note:
Make sure the CD is not encoded with Copyright protection technologies, as some do not conform to the Compact Disc standard.
The CD skips tracks
–CD damaged or dirty
• Replace or clean CD
–PROGRAM/ SHUFFLE is active
•Quit PROGRAM/ SHUFFLE mode
–Electrostatic discharge
•Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a few seconds
Severe radio hum or noise
–Electrical interference: set too close to TV, VCR or computer
•Increase the distance
Poor radio reception
–Weak radio signal
• FM: Adjust the FM telescopic aerial
Note:
For a disc with CD Audio tracks and MP3 files, only the CD Audio tracks will be played.
The
–CD contains
• Check your disc contains suitable file folders.
Poor cassette sound quality
–Dust and dirt on the heads, etc.
• Clean deck parts, see Maintenance
–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
• Apply adhesive tape over the missing tab space
