Technicolor - Thomson CS580 manual Troubleshooting Tips, Problem, Solution

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Troubleshooting Tips

EN

Problem	Solution
System will	•	Check power cord for a secure
not turn		connection.
on	•	Unplug the unit for a moment,
		and then plug into power
		source again.
	• Check the outlet by plugging in
		another device.
No sound	•	Increase the volume setting.
	• Check connection to speakers.
	• Check that you have selected
		the appropriate function: CD,
		TAPE, Tuner.
	• Make sure mute is off.
	• Make sure headphones are not
		plugged in.
Poor radio	•	Check antenna connection.
reception	•	Move antenna.
	• Turn off nearby electrical
		appliances, such as hair dryer,
		vacuum cleaner, microwave,
		fluorescent lights.
CD does	•	Check that CD is in the tray.
not play	•	Check that CD label is facing
		up.
	• Check that PAUSE mode is not
		on.
	• Check that CD function is
		selected.
	• Use CD lens cleaner.
	•	Clean the disc.
	•	Try another CD.
Distorted	•	Inspect the tape heads, clean it
or noisy		if necessary.
tape
recordings

Problem	Solution
CD sound	•	Clean the disc.
skips	• Check disc for warping,
		scratches, or other damage.
	• Check if something is causing
		the system to vibrate. If so,
		move the system.
	• Make sure the speakers are
		at least 3 feet away or on a
		different surface from the
		main unit.
CD button	• Switch to another function
will not		(TAPE, Tuner) and then back
respond, or		to CD.
does not
change
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP
Remote	• Check that the batteries are
control		properly installed.
does not	•	Replace weak batteries.
work	• Check the system is plugged
		into power source.
	• Point the remote directly at
		the system’s front panel.
	• Move closer to the system.
	•	Remove any obstacles
		between the remote and the
		system.

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