Technics SA-EX510 User Manual

Before
requesting
service
for
this
unit,
check
the
chart
below
for
a
If
you
are
in
doubt
about
some
of
the
check
points,
or
if
the
possible
cause
of
the
problem
you
are
experiencing.
Some
simple
remedies
indicated
in
the
chart
do
not
solve
the
problem,
refer
to
checks
or
a
minor
adjustment
on
your
part
may
eliminate
the the
directory
of
Authorized
Service
Centers
(enclosed
with
this
problem
and
restore
proper
operation.
unit)
to
locate
a
convenient
service
center,
or
consult
your
Technics
dealer for instructions.
(In U.S.A. consult MSC Authorized Servicenters for detailed
instructions or call 1-800-545-2672 for the address of an authorized
factory servicenter.)
Reference pages indicated in black circles.
Probable cause(s) Suggested remedy
While listening to FM broadcasts
An unusual hissing noiseis | A slight noise may be heard because the method è Try reducing the treble sound by using the treble
heard when listening to the used for modulation of FM stereo broadcasts is control. (®)
broadcast in stereo, but not | different than that used for monaural broadcasts. e Try changing the location, height and/or direction
heard when listening of the antenna. (© ©)
monaurally. e If an indoor antenna is being used, change to an
outdoor antenna. (@)
Noise is excessive in both Poor location and/or direction of the antenna. ° ;
ə Try using an antenna with more elements.
stereo and monaural broad-
casts.
The FM stereo indicator or Poor location and/or direction of the antenna. è Try changing the location, height and/or direction
the quartz lock inaicator Transmitting station is too far away. of the antenna. (@ ©) A .
flickers, without completely i e If an indoor antenna is being used, change to an
illuminating. outdoor antenna. (®©)
Excessive distortion in the Nearby building or mountain. ARINE an EA GEE EDRN
sound of stereo broadcasts.
While listening to AM broadcasts l
An unusual “beat” soundis | Unit is being used at the same time as the e Turn off the television set, or use this unit farther
heard, television set. i away from it.
Interference from adjacent broadcast signal. è Try reducing the treble sound by using the treble
control. (®)
A low-pitched “hum” sound | The AM loop antenna connection wires are too e Place the antenna connection wires and the power
is heard when the broad- close to the power cord. cord farther apart.
coarse tunes The power supply frequency from the power cord | e Install a special outdoor antenna. (@)
l is modulated and heard from the speakers.
A strange hissing noise is Caused by the “discharge phenomenon” and the e Try placing this unit farther away from such
produced continuously or “oscillation phenomenon” of electric appliances equipment.
intermittently. (such as fluorescent lights, TV, small series-type
motors, rectification equipment, etc.).
Transmitting station is too far away.
Problems noted at all times
Power will not switch ON. The power cord plug is not completely inserted. ` @ Confirm that the power cord plug is connected
completely.
No sound is heard. The speaker indicator(s) is(are) turned off ¢ Turn on the speaker indicator(s). (®)
The tape monitor function is ON. e Press the tape monitor button. (®)
The muting function is ON. e Press the muting button. (®)
Connections are incomplete or incorrect to the e Check to be sure that all connection wires are cor-
speaker systems, etc. rectly connected. (®© @)
The incorrect input selector has been pressed. . e Check to be sure that the correct selector is
pressed. (®)
The protection circuitry has functioned because e Switch off the power, and after determining and
the positive and negative speaker connection | correcting the cause, switch on the power once
wires are “shorted,” speaker systems with an again. : :
impedance less than the indicated rated . l e Use a speaker system of the proper impedance
impedance of this unit are used or under severe rating. (@)
use, such as loud volume, excessive power and in
an excessively hot environment.
Sound stops during a per-
formance, or no sound is
heard when the power is
switched ON.
(The word “OVERLOAD”
appears on the display.)

Technics SA-EX510 Specifications

General

Brand	Technics
Model	SA-EX510
Category	Stereo Receiver
Language	English