The Singing Machine SML385 - 12 Trouble Shooting Guide

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12 Trouble Shooting Guide
If you have followed the instructions and are having difficulty operating the unit,
locate the PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding POSSIBLE
CAUSE column to locate and remedy the problem.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
No Power when
POWER is on.
Power
adaptor not plugged
in and switched on at the
power point outlet.
Plug in power adaptor and
switch on
Power Adaptor (small plug
end) not plugged into the
back of the unit
Plug power adaptor into back
of unit.
No Power when
Plugged in
The Power Point may not
have power
Check the power point with a
working lamp or other
appliance
No Sound
Volume control is set to
minimum
Turn up the Volume
Volume control on TV set /
PA system is set to minimum
Turn up the Volume at TV /
PA system
TV set / PA System is turned
off
Turn on power at TV / PA
system
AUX OUT jacks not
connected
Follow directions “Audio
Connection” page.
CD PLAYER
Cannot work
normally, or, “ “,
“ “ or “ “ are
displayed
Disc is inserted upside down Insert Disc correctly
Disc is Dirty Wipe Clean with a soft cloth
Disc is Scratched Use a new disc
Disc is Warped Use a new disc
A non-standard disc is
inserted
Only use discs bearing
standard logo.
Lens is Dirty
Use a commercial CD lens
cleaner
Moisture has formed inside
the CD deck
Wait about 20 – 30 minutes to
let it dry out
Singing Machine needs to be
reset
Disconnect the machine from
power source for 30 seconds
No sound - If audio
is going through TV
or home stereo
Source Selection on your TV
or home stereo is not set
properly.
Select AUX IN as the source
for
your TV or home stereo
Improper Connection to
stereo system or PA
Follow direction on ‘Audio
Connection’ page for
connecting to a home stereo
system