Panasonic RX-DS17

Troubleshooting guide
Betorc requesting service for this unit, check the chart below tor a possible indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of
cause of the problem you are experiencing Some sumple checks or a Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient
munor adjustment on your part may elimunate the problem and restore service center, or consult your dealer for mstructons
proper operation (In US A consult PASC Authonzed Servicenters for detailed instruchons
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies or call 1-800-545-2672 for the address of an authonzed factory servicenter )
Probable cause(s) Suggested remedy
Common problems
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Is the AC power cable still connected to the Disconnect the AC power cable
unit while batteries are being used?
Are the batteries flat? Replace them with new ones Alternatively, use a
household AC outlet as the power source
Have the batteries been installed incorrectly Align the (+) and (-) polanties properly
with their (+) and (-) polarities reversed?
“01” appears Are the batteries flat? Replace them with new ones Alternatively, use a
household AC outlet as the power source
“U02” appears Have the preparations been made to supply Install the batteries or connect the power cable
power to the unit?
When the memory back-up batteries have not been installed, “U02” does not appear
No operation when the unit
is powered by dry batteries
5
While listening to CDs
Play does not start Has the CD been installed upside down? Install the CD with the label side facing up
No display of track Has condensation formed on the unit’s CD Turn the unit on and leave it on for about an 3
numbers, etc ' section? hour before further operation
Certain sections are not Is the CD dirty? Wipe with a soft cloth
played properly Is the CD scratched? Replace with a new CD
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While listening to tapes
Tape ts not ejected Are the batteries flat? Replace them with new ones or, alternatively,
use a household AC outlet as the power source
and then perform the operation once again
5
No recording Has the tape’s accidental erasure-prevention Cover the holes with adhesive tape
tabs been broken off? 14
6
sound quality Have the heads been magnetized? Demagnetize them using a demagnetizer
available from an audio store
Tape is travelling but there Press B/& STOP/EJECT to stop the tape from
is no sound and the display travelling
on the right appears
While listening to the radio
High level of noise, stations | Has the antenna been adjusted properly? Try changing its direction
cannot be tuned in well
Noise heard during AM Are you using the remote controller of other Use the remote controller at a distance
reception appliances near the unit?
Are you operating the umit and a TV set at the Place the umt at a distance from the TV
same time? Alternatively, turn off the TV’s power
While using the remote contro! transmitter
No operation Are the battertes flat? Replace them with new ones
Have the batteries been installed with their (+) Align the (+) and (~) polanties properly
and (-) polarities aligned properly?”
Is the remote control transmitter pointed Check whether anything ıs obstructing the
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toward the unit's receiving sensor? path between the remote control and the unit
Point the remote control properly at the unit's
sensor, and operate
Is the umit’s sensor exposed to direct sunlight, Shield the sensor from strong sources of light
fluorescent hght or another strong source of
light?
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