Philips AZ3068 - Troubleshooting

AVIS
AVI SO
No sound /power
– Volume not adjusted
• Adjust the VOLUME
– Power Cord not securely connected
• Connect the AC power cord properly
– Batteries flat / incorrectly inserted
• Insert (fresh) batteries correctly
– Headphones connected to the set
• Disconnect headphones
– Electrostatic discharge/interference
• Unplug the set. If batteries inserted, remove batteries
from the battery compartment. Press and hold
STANDBY ON y for 10 seconds, then re-plug /
replace battery supply, and try activating the set again.
– CD contains non-audio files
• Press SEARCH ∞ or §. once or more to skip to
a CD audio track, instead of the data file
Severe radio hum or noise
– Electrical interference: set too close to TV, VCR or
computer
• Move the set to increase the distance
Remote control does not function properly
– Batteries flat/ incorrectly inserted
• Insert (fresh) batteries correctly
– Distance/ angle between the set too large
• Reduce the distance/ angle
Poor radio reception
– Weak radio signal
• FM / MW: Adjust the FM / MW telescopic aerial
indication
– CD-R(W) is blank/ not finalized
• Use a finalized CD-R(W)
indication
– No CD inserted
• Inserted a suitable disc
– CD badly scratched or dirty
• Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance
– Laser lens steamed up
• Wait until lens has cleared
The CD skips tracks
– CD damaged or dirty
• Replace or clean CD
– shuffle or program is active
• Switch off shuffle / program
Sound skips during MP3/WMA playback
– MP3/WMA file made at compression level
exceeding 320kbps
• Use a lower compression level to record CD tracks
into MP3/WMA format
– Disc damaged or dirty
• Replace or clean disc
Poor cassette sound quality
– Dust and dirt on the heads, etc.
• Clean deck parts, see Maintenance
– Use of incompatible cassette types
(METAL or CHROME)
• Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording
Recording does not work
– Cassette tab(s) may be broken
• Apply adhesive tape over the missing tab space
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair. If you are
unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
WARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock! Under no
circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the
warranty.
TROUBLESHOOTING