Fisher P7 - Troubleshooting

frroubleshooting
)ften what seems to be a problem with the system is actually simply a mistaken operation. Check the following points once more before requesting
ervicing.
Check that the power cord, remote control cords, speaker cords, audio cords and antenna cords are properly connected.
Check that the A/V source is set properly.
Check that the DIRECTION MODE switch is set properly.
Check that the REC OUT buttons-and the REC OUT VCR1 switch are set properly.
Check that the EQ 1 and EQ 2 SELECT buttons are properly set.
Check that the MODE buttons are properly set.
Symptom
AM Broadcasts
Noise in the sound.
Humming noise.
FM Broadcasts
Crackling noise in the sound.
Stereo reception is not possibte
(noise).
Tape Playback and Recording
Tape does not move.
Sound is distorted.
Recorded sound is not clear, or
previous recording can be
heard.
Recording mode cannot be set.
CD Playback
Disc does not play.
Timers
Timer playback or recording
does not function.
System
No sound is produced.
Noise over the power cord.
Recording/playback head is dirty.
| Erasingheadisdity, = | head is dirty.
Possible Cause Corrective Action
Influence from a motor, fluorescent light, or TV. Move the set away from the source of the noise.
Move the on aaa cord away from the AM antenna.
| Change thedirectionoftheset. | the direction of the set.
Influence from car engines being ignited. Set the external FM antenna away from the road and
as high as possible.
Signals are weak. Use an externai FM antenna.
The PAUSE button has been pressed. Press the PAUSE button again.
Clean the head area.
Tape’s accidental erasure prevention tabs have Apply adhesive tape over the holes.
been broken off.
Disc is set upside-down. Set disc with the labeiled surface facing up.
Ctock is not set to the proper time. Set the proper time.
The “TIMER PLAY” or “TIMER REC” indicator is off. Press the TIMER PLAY or TIMER REC button to turn
the indicator on.
The indicator on the amplifier’s VOLUME control is Press the MUTE button on the remote control unit.
flashing (mute mode).
Speaker cords are not connected properly (+ and Turn the power off and connect properly.
— sides), activating the protective circuit.
lf there should be a problem with the system, disconnect the power cord and contact your store of purchase immediately.