ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Troubleshooting

If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the simple measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help. When taking the service, the MDX-E300 or KX-E300 may be needed. For details, contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.

 

SYMPTOMCAUSEREMEDY

 

 

 

 

 

The unit does not switch ON when

The AC power cord is not connected or not

Securely connect the power cord.

 

the STANDBY/ON switch is pressed.

completely connected.

 

 

 

 

 

 

No sound from one speaker.

Loose speaker connections.

Connect properly.

 

 

 

 

 

The sound suddenly goes off.

The protection circuit has been activated

Check the speaker wires are not touching each other

 

 

because of a short circuit, etc.

and then turn the unit back on.

 

 

 

 

 

No sound from an external unit

Incorrect cord connections.

Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists,

 

connected with this unit or play does

 

the cords may be defective.

 

not begin.

 

 

 

Input source selection is not proper.

Make a proper input source selection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sound distorted.

The component connected to this unit is

Connect the AC power cord of the component to an

 

 

disconnected from AC outlet.

AC outlet.

 

 

 

 

 

Excessive static in FM broadcasts.

Interference from starting motor of a nearby

Position the FM antenna as high and as far away

RECEIVER

 

car.

from nearby roads as possible. Connect using a

 

 

coaxial cable.

 

 

Interference from the thermostat of a nearby

 

 

 

 

 

electrical appliance.

 

 

 

 

 

RX-E400

Noise increases during stereo

Antenna input is too weak due to obstructions

Check the antenna connection.

broadcasts.

or excessive distance from the broadcasting

 

 

 

station.

Install a multi-element type FM antenna if possible.

 

 

 

Stereo broadcasts are noisy and

Insufficient antenna input.

Install an antenna appropriate for the electric field

 

STEREO indicator blinks on and off.

 

strength of your area.

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot select preset stations.

Preset memory has been erased.

Reprogram memory presets.

 

 

 

 

 

Buzzing or static during AM

Interference from sources such as lightning,

The problem is difficult to eliminate, but can be

 

broadcasts.

fluorescent lights, electric motors or thermostat

lessened by grounding AM loop antenna.

 

 

of nearby electrical appliance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV or microprocessor is being used nearby.

Move away from TV or microprocessor.

 

 

 

 

 

AM broadcast sensitivity is poor.

Radio signal is weak or the antenna is not

Properly connect the AM loop antenna.

 

 

properly connected.

 

 

 

Change orientation of the AM loop antenna.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Install an external AM loop antenna.

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot set timer.

Current time is not set.

Set current time.

 

 

 

 

 

The unit does not work normally.

The internal microcomputer has been frozen

Unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet, and

 

 

by an external electric shock (lightning,

then plug in again after about one minute.

 

 

excessive static electricity, etc.) or the power

 

 

 

supply with low voltage.

 

 

 

 

 

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