Technics ST-GT350 Operating Instructions

Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for
a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some slm-
pie 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
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 is
not heard when listening
monaurally, _
Noise fs excessive In both
stereo and monaural
broadcasts.
The FM stereo Indicator or
the quartz lock Indicator
f llckera, without completely
illuminating. _
Excessive distortion In the
sound of stereo
broadcasts.
Sound is distorted,
“popping” noise is heard,
and/or the volume level
becomes low.
A slight noise may be heard because the method
used for modulation of FM stereo broadcasts is
different than that used for monaural broadcasts.
Poor location and/or direction of the antenn a.
Transmitting station is too far away.
Poor location and/or direction of the antenna.
Transmitting station is too far away.
Nearby building or mountain.
[Multipath distortion is being caused by the mutual
interference of broadcast signals received
directly from the transmitting station (direct
waves) and signais being reflected from nearby
buildings or mountains (reflected w aves).]
Broadcast signals are being disturbed by nearby
automobile traffic or airplanes.
Suggested remedy
•Try reducing the treble sound by using the treble
control of the amplifier.
• Set the FM mode select button to the monaural
position. (Note that the broadcast will then be heard
as monaural sound.)
•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 elemen t s .
•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.
• Relocate the antenna and the connection wires to a
place farther away from where automobiles pass.
While listening to AM broadcasts
An unusual “beat” sound Is Unit is being used at the same time as the
h*ard. television set.
A low-pitched “hum” sound
Is heard when the
broadcast Is tuned.
A strange hissing noise Is
produced continuously or
Intermittently.
Interference from adjacent broadcast signal.
The AM loop antenna connection wires are too
close to the power c o r d.
The power supply frequency from the power cord
is 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.).
• Turn off the television set, or use this unit farther
away from it. _
•Try reducing the treble sound by using the treble
control of the amplifier.
• Place the antenna connection wires and the power
cord farther apart.
• install a special outdoor antenna.
•Try placing this unit farther away from such
equipment.
• Install noise-prevention equipment on this unit or on
the electric appliance.
atsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530-91, Japan
RQT2350-L
Printed in Japan
H0494G0

Technics ST-GT350 Specifications

General

Brand	Technics
Model	ST-GT350
Category	Tuner
Language	English