Akai CD-55 - Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting
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Problem
The CD player will not turn on.
No sound.
The CD player goes into the playback mode when it is
turned on.
Distorted playback or sound loss during playback.
Timer controlled playback will not take place.
Playback will not start.
Remote control operation will not function.
Direct search function will not take place.
Auto edit will not function.
All tracks cannot be programmed during auto edit pro-
gram.
The same tracks are recorded during automatic edit
program playback.
Keep the cabinet clean
®@ Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth.
@ If the cabinet is very dirty, clean it with a mild detergent.
®@ Never use paint thinner, etc. to clean the cabinet as this
may damage the finish.
Check point
@ Check to see if the power cord is connected securely to the
household, timer or amplifier’s AC outlet.
The connected amplifier’s input selector and volume control
are not set properly.
Condensation.
The compact disc is not loaded properly.
The compact disc is loaded.
Take out the compact disc after timer controlled playback
has finished.
@ The compact disc is dirty or scratched.
Clean or replace the compact disc.
e@ The compact disc is not loaded.
Load the compact disc for timer controlled playback.
@ The POWER button of the CD player was not pressed on.
Make sure to press the POWER button on before timer con-
trolled operation.
@ The compact disc is not loaded properly.
Load the compact disc with its label facing up.
The [>/H button is depressed.
Press the [>/II button once again to start playback.
Condensation: Leave the CD player's power turned on for
more than 30 minutes.
The batteries are weak.
Replace all the batteries.
The CD player is in direct sunlight or is too close to a strong
light source.
Change the CD player's position.
The PROGRAM indicator is on the FL display.
Press the CLEAR button to cancel random program play-
back, or use the PI or kd buttons to find the track you want.
The PROGRAM indicator is on the FL display.
Press the CLEAR button to cancel random program play-
back, then press the AUTO EDIT button.
Recording time is not set properly.
Select the proper recording time for the cassette being used
by depressing the TAPE button.
Repeat playback is engaged.
Cancel repeat playback by depressing the REPEAT button
before starting playback.
Should a problem persist, write down the model and serial
number and all
pertinent data regarding warranty coverage as well as a
clear description of the existing trouble. Then contact your
nearest authorized Akai service station.