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 center.

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 warranty.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• REMEDY

No sound/power

VOLUME not adjusted

• Adjust the VOLUME

Headphones connected

• Disconnect headphones

Power cord not securely connected

• Connect AC power cord properly

Severe radio hum or noise

The CD skips tracks

CD damaged or dirty

• Replace or clean CD

SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active

• Switch off SHUFFLE / PROGRAM

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

Electrical interference: set too close to TV,

 

Recording does not work

VCR or computer

 

Cassette tab(s) may be broken

• Increase the distance

 

• Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the

Poor radio reception

 

missing tab space.

 

 

Weak radio signal

FM: Direct the FM telescopic aerial for optimum reception

indication

CD badly scratched or dirty

Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance

Laser lens steamed up

Wait until lens has cleared

indication

CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalized

• Use a finalized CD-R(W)

The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.

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Philips AZ 1570 manual Troubleshooting, Problem