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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
If you experience difficulties in the use of this clock radio, please check the following or call
1-800-777-5331 for Customer Service and support
Symptom Possible Cause Solution
Noise or sound
distorted on AM or
FM broadcast
- Station not tuned properly for AM or
FM.
- FM: FM telescopic antenna is not
extended.
- AM: The bar antenna is not
positioned correctly
- Retune the AM or FM broadcast
station.
- FM: Extend FM wire antenna.
- AM: Reposition the unit until the best
reception is obtained.
AM or FM no sound - Unit not in “RADIO” function mode.
- Volume set at minimum
- tap TUNER/BAND button to select
“AM” or “FM ST” position.
- Increase Volume.
CD player will not
play
- Unit not in CD function mode.
- CD is not loaded properly.
- If the CD is self-compiled, the media
used may not be compatible with
the player.
- Select CD function mode.
- Load CD with label side up.
- Use better quality blank media and
retest.
CD skips while
playing
CD is dirty or scratched. Wipe the CD with clean cloth or use
another disc.
Intermittent sound
from CD player
- Dirty or defective CD
- Dirty pick up lens
- Player is subject to excessive shock
or vibration
- Clean or replace the defective CD.
- Use a CD lens cleaning disc to clean
the lens.
- Relocate the player away from shock
or vibration.
No sound when
playing cassettes
- Unit is not in TAPE function mode
- Volume at minimum
- Select TAPE mode
- Increase volume
Sound distorted Dirty tape head Clean the head
Speed varies - Tape old or worn
- Dirty roller and capstan
- Replace the tape
- Clean roller and capstan
Cassette Recorder
will not record
Prevention tab removed Cover hole with tape
Distorted sound on
playback
Defective tape or dirty tape head Replace tape or clean tape head
Sound appears
distorted at high
volume setting
Volume control is set to maximum. Adjust Volume control to a lower
comfortable level.
SPECIFICATION
AC Adaptor: DC 15V 1.5A
Remote Control: 1 X 3V
CR2025
Frequency Range: AM 520 - 1710 kHz
FM 87.5 - 108 MHz
At Spectra, environmental and social responsibility is a core value of our
business. We are dedicated to continuous implementation of responsible
initiatives with an aim to conserve and maintain the environment through
responsible recycling.
Please visit us at http://www.spectraintl.com/green.htm for more information on Spectra’s green initiatives
or to find a recycler in your area.
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