Troubleshooting

WARNING

Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, please call 1-800-531-0039 for help.

Problem

Solution

 

 

E n g l i s h

When in USB PC LINK mode,“NO CONNECTION” is displayed.

Radio reception is poor.

“NO DISC” is displayed or the disc cannot be played.

“DISC NOT FINALIZED” is displayed.

The system does not react when buttons are pressed.

Sound cannot be heard or is of poor quality.

The remote control does not function properly.

The timer is not working.

The system displays features automatically and buttons start flashing.

Check the connection between your PC and the system and the inital setup required, see “Connections” and “USB PC Link”.

Make sure the connected PC is turned on.

If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or connect an external antenna for better reception.

Increase the distance between the system and your TV or VCR.

Insert a disc.

Load in the disc with label facing right.

Replace or clean the disc, see “Care and safety information”.

Use a finalized CD-R(W) or a correct format disc.

Remove and reconnect the AC power cord and switch on the system again.

Adjust the volume.

Disconnect the headphones.

Check that the speakers are connected correctly.

Check that the AC power cord is connected properly.

When in USB PC LINK mode, check that the PC’s volume is not put into mute.

When playing CD from PC’s CD drive, refer to “USB PC Link - Enable digital CD audio output“

Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) before pressing the function button (ÉÅ, S, T).

Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system.

Replace the battery.

Point the remote control directly toward the IR sensor.

Set the clock correctly.

Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer.

Press and hold DEMO STOP on the main unit to switch off the demonstration mode.

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MC-500 specifications

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