The Singing Machine SML505 - Troubleshooting Guide; No Power Issues; No Sound Issues; CD Player Malfunctions

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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 ON/
OFF button is ON.
No power plug connection at the
AC outlet.
Insert the power plug into the wall
outlet.
No power when plugged in.
The AC outlet may not have
power.
Check the outlet with a working
lamp or other electrical appliance.
DC plug is not secure on the back
of the unit.
Securely plug cord into the back of the
unit.
The power adapter is not working. Test system with batteries.
No sound.
Volume control is set to
minimum.
Turn upthevolume.
Audio cable has not been removed
from the LINE IN jack.
Remove Audio cable from the LINE IN
jack.
CD PLAYER does not
work normally.
Disc is inserted upside down. Insert disc correctly.
Disc is dirty. Wipe disc in a straight line from the
center to the edge with a soft, lint free
cloth.
Disc is scratched. Use a new disc.
Disc is warped. Usea new disc.
A nonstandard disc is
inserted.
Only use discs bearing standard logo.
Lens is dirty. Wipe the lens inside the CD
compartment with a clean dry cotton
cloth or run a CD lens cleaner thru the
CD compartment.
Moisture has formed inside the
CD deck.
Wait about 20 to 30 minutes to let it
dry out.
The Singing Machine needs to be
reset.
Power the system OFF and disconnect
the machine from electrical outlet for
30 seconds.
No sound - If audio is going
through TV, DVD player or
home stereo.
Source Selection on your TV,
or home stereo is not set
properly.
Select AUX IN as the source for your TV,
DVD player or home stereo.
Improper Connection to stereo
system or PA.
Follow direction on "MAKING THE
CONNECTIONS".
Volume control on TV, DVD
player or home stereo is set to
minimum.
Turn up the volume on the TV,
DVD player or home stereo.
The RCA cords are not connected
securely/properly to either the
TV or the Singing Machine.
Confirm RCA cords are securely/
properly connected to both the Singing
Machine and/or the other component.
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date: 24 July, 2012 part no: 505-1 207-ENG02(US)