Panasonic SC-PM03

20
RQT5482
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a
minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of
Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer for instructions.
For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter in the U.S.A. and Panasonic Canada Inc, Customer Care Centre in
Canada,
In the U,S.A, 1-800-211-7262 or web site (http://www,panasonic.com)
In Canada 905-624-5505 or web site (www,panasonic,ca)
Problem
Probable cause(s)
Suggested remedy
Reference
page(s)
Common problems
There is no sound when
the power is ON.
Volume is set too low.
Adjust the volume level with the volume
control.
11, 12
The location of the various
musical instruments is not
well defined.
The (+) and (-) connections to one of the
speakers are reversed.
Connect the speaker cords correctly.
6
The left and right sounds
are reversed.
The left and right connections to the
speakers are reversed.
Connect the speaker cords correctly.
6
When iistening to the
external unit, the left and
right sounds are reversed.
The left and right connections to the
external unit are reversed.
Connect the external unit’s cord correctly.
7
Only one speaker is
emitting sound.
One of the wires of the speaker cord is
disconnected.
Connect the speaker cord correctly.
6
There is no sound when a
source is being played.
The (+) and (-) wire of the speaker cords
are shorted.
Switch the system to the standby mode,
and reconnect the speaker cords so that
they are not shorted. Then switch on the
power.
6
“ERROR” message
appears on the display.
Wrong operation has been done.
Operate the unit correctly by following the
operating instructions.
“-:-” appears on
the display.
•You plugged the AC power supply cord in
for the first time.
•There was a power failure recently.
Set the time.
9
While listening to FM broadcasts
There is a “rushing noise”
during a stereo broadcast
which Is not audible
during a monaural
broadcast.
The transmitting station Is a long distance
away.
If you are using an indoor antenna, change
to an outdoor antenna.
7
You hear excessive noise
during a stereo broadcast,
and occasionally the
sound disappears.
The installation location and orientation of
the antenna are unsuitable.
The stereo indicator
(“STEREO”) flickers and
does not light completely.
The transmitting station is a long distance
away.
The power of the TV set or VCR is ON.
Try switching off the TV set or VCR.
The sound during a stereo
broadcast is highly
distorted.
There is a building or mountain nearby.
(Distortion is caused by interference
between the signal from the transmitting
station (direct wave) and the signal reflected
from the building or mountain (reflected
wave).]
Use a high-grade outdoor antenna, and
install it in a good location, height, and
orientation for reception.
7
While listening to AM broadcasts
You hear an unusual beat
sound.
You are using the system at the same time
you are playing a TV set.
Switch off the TV set, or use the system
further away from it.
You hear a low-frequency
hum.
The antenna wire is near the AC power
supply cord.
Separate the antenna wire from the AC
power supply cord.
You hear excessive noise.
The AM loop antenna is too near the
system.
Move the antenna further away from the
system.