Philips MC165 WARNING, Problem, Possible cause, Solution, TECHNICAL DATA, TROUBLESHOOTING, 61 µV, ² 5 %, 2.8 µV, 67 dBA, NO DISC, ³ 28 dB,

TROUBLESHOOTING	TECHNICAL DATA

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WARNING

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

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed, before taking the set for repair.

If you are unable to solve a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center.

Amplifier
Standby power consumption	........................................< 7 W
Output power..................................................	2 × 18 W RMS
Output power.....................................................	360 W PMPO
Signal-to-noise ratio........................................	³ 65 dBA (IEC)
Input sensitivity AUX .....................................	0.5 V (max. 2 V)
SUBWOOFER output.............................................	> 20,000	½
Impedance loudspeakers ..............................................	³ 4	½
Impedance headphones...................................	32 ½–1000 ½

Problem	Possible cause	Solution
No sound,	Volume is not adjusted.	Adjust volume.
no power
no power	Headphone is connected.	Disconnect headphone.

	Mains cable is not securely connected.	Connect mains cable properly.

No reaction to	Electrostatic discharge.	Disconnect the set from power supply,
controls		reconnect after a few seconds.

Poor radio	Weak radio signal.	Direct the antenna for optimum reception.
reception
reception	Interference caused by electrical equipment	Keep the set away from electrical
	like TVs, computers, engines, etc.	equipment.
NO DISC	The CD is badly scratched or dirty.	Replace or clean the CD.
indication
indication	No CD, or CD is inserted upside down.	Insert a CD with label upwards.

	CD-RW (CD-R) is not properly recorded	Use FINALIZE on the CD recorder to complete
	for the use on a standard CD player.	the recording.

	The laser lens is steamed up.	Wait until the lens has cleared.

The CD skips	The CD is damaged or dirty.	Replace or clean the CD.
tracks
tracks	SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active.	Switch off SHUFFLE or PROGRAM play.

Remote control	Batteries are inserted incorrectly.	Insert batteries correctly.
does not function
does not function	Batteries are flat.	Insert fresh batteries.
properly
properly	Distance to the set is too large.	Reduce distance.
	Distance to the set is too large.	Reduce distance.

Tuner
FM wave range................................................	87.5–108 MHz
MW wave range ..............................................	531–1602 kHz
LW wave range ..................................................	153–279 kHz
Sensitivity at 75½
– mono, 26dB signal-to-noise ratio..............................	2.8 µV
– stereo, 46dB, signal-to-noise ratio.............................	61 µV
Selectivity ...................................................................	³ 28 dB
Total harmonic distortion ..............................................	² 5 %
Frequency response.............................	63–12,500 Hz (± 3 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio ................................................	³ 50 dBA
CD player
Frequency range................................................	20–20,000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio....................................................	67 dBA
Speakers
Bass reflex system
Dimensions MC 165 (w × h × d) ..........	130 × 158 × 185 mm
Dimensions MC 175 (w × h × d) ..........	130 × 157 × 190 mm
General
Dimensions (w × h × d) ........................	140 × 163 × 255 mm
Weight.................................................................	5,6 kg (total)

Subject to modification.