Technics SA-GX170 Operating Instructions

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Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for
a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some sim-
ple 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 soive the problem, refer to
the directory of Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this
unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your
Technics dealer for instructions.
Problem
Probable cause(s)
While listening to FM broadcasts
An unusual hissing noise is
heard when listening to the
broadcast in stereo, but not
heard when listening
monaurally.
A slight noise may be heard because the method
used for modulation of FM stereo broadcasts is
different than that used for monaural broadcasts.
Noise is excessive in both
Poor location and/or direction of the antenna.
stereo and monaural broad-
casts.
Transmitting station is too far away.
Suggested remedy
¢ Try reducing the treble sound by using the treble con-
trol.
¢ Try changing the location, height and/or direction of
the antenna.
¢|f an indoor antenna is being used, change to an
outdoor antenna.
¢ Try using an antenna with more elements.
The FM stereo indicator or
Poor location and/or direction of the antenna.
the quartz lock indicator
flickers, without completely
illuminating.
Transmitting station is too far away.
Excessive distortion in the
sound of stereo broad-
casts.
While listening to A
An unusual “beat” sound is
heard.
A low-pitched “hum” sound
is heard when the
broadcast is tuned.
A strange hissing noise is
produced continuously or
intermittently.
Problems noted at
Power will not switch ON.
M broadcasts
all times
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Nearby building or mountain.
Unit is being used at the same time as the
television set.
Interference from an adjacent broadcast signal.
The AM loop antenna connection wires are too
close to the power cord.
The power supply frequency from the power cord
ig modulated and heard from the speakers.
Caused by the “discharge phenomenon” and the
“oscillation phenomenon” of electric appliances
(such as fluorescent lights, TV, small series-type
motors, rectification equipment, etc.).
The power cord plug is not completely inserted.
¢ Try changing the location, height and/or direction of
the antenna.
¢ {if an indoor antenna is being used, change to an
outdoor antenna.
® Try using an antenna with more elements.
¢ Turn off the television set, or use this unit farther
away from it.
¢ Try reducing the treble sound by using the treble con-
trol.
* Place’ the antenna connection wires and the power
cord farther apart.
¢ Install a special outdoor antenna.
¢ Try placing this unit farther away from such equip-
ment.
¢ Install noise-prevention equipment on this unit or on
the electric appliance.
¢ Confirm that the power cord piug is connected
completely.
No sound is heard
Both A.and B. speakers are.turnd OFF.
‘The tape monitor function is ON.’
The muting function is ON. °*
Connections are incomplete or incorrect to the
speaker systems, etc.
-¢ Select the input select button for the source to which
-you wish to listen and press it.one or two tim: (The
_. display will scroll through the causes of the problem.)
.-Use this display as a ‘guide to remedy the problem.
¢ Check to be sure that all connection wires are
correctly connected.
The incorrect input selector has been pressed.
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© Check to be sure that the correct selector is
pressed.
Sound stops during a.
performance, or no sound - .’
Is heard when the power is
switched ON. wees
(The word “OVERLOAD”
appears on the display.) ©
The protection circuitry has functioned because °.
the positive and negative. speaker connection me
wires are “shorted”, speaker systems. with an
impedance less than the indicated rated: : :
impedance of this unit are used or under severe ;
use, such as loud volume, excessive power and in.
an excessively hot environment:="" ~
ye again.
* Switch off the power, and after determining and
correcting the cause, switch on the power once
“e Use a speaker system of the proper impedance
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Technics SA-GX170 Specifications

General

Brand	Technics
Model	SA-GX170
Category	Stereo Receiver
Language	English