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Troubleshooting tips
Problem Solution
System doesn’t turn on • Make sure power cord is securely plugged into the AC power outlet.
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug it back in.
• Check the outlet by plugging in another device.
No sound • Adjust volume setting.
• Check for proper connection of speaker wires.
• Make sure you’ve selected the correct function: RADIO, CD, TAPE.
• Make sure volume is not muted. To deactivate, press MUTE on the
remote.
Poor radio reception • Make sure FM antenna is connected and properly oriented.
• Rotate external AM loop antenna to achieve better AM reception.
• Try turning off electrical appliances near the unit, such as hair dryers,
vacuum cleaners, and fluorescent lights.
CD doesn’t play • Make sure the tray contains a disc.
• Make sure that discs’ labels are facing up.
• Make sure that Pause mode is not activated.
• Make sure CD function is selected.
CD sound skips • Clean the disc (as explained in “Care and Maintenance”).
• Check disc for warping, scratches, or other damage.
• Check for vibration or shock that may affect the CD player. Move system
if necessary.
CD buttons won’t respond • Switch the function from CD to Tuner or Tape, and then switch back to
CD.
CD player won’t change discs • Switch the function from CD to Tuner or Tape, and then switch back to CD.
when DISC SKIP is pressed.
Distorted or noisy recordings • Inspect the recording head and clean it if necessary.
• Demagnetize recording head (as explained in “Care and Maintenance”).
Remote control doesn’t work • Make sure the audio system is plugged into a working AC outlet.
• Make sure that the batteries are correctly installed in the remote
control.
• Make sure batteries in the remote are okay. Replace weak batteries.
• Point the remote directly at the front of the unit while pressing the
buttons.
• Move closer to the unit with the remote control.
• Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote and the
unit.
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