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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Disconnect the audio system from the power source
before performing any maintenance.
Cleaning
Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust
cloth.
CD Player
CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must
be opened by only a qualified technician.
Tape Player
To prevent deterioration of sound quality, periodi-
cally open the door of each deck and clean the mag-
netic heads, pinch roller, and capstan with a cotton
bud dipped in alcohol. Also, demagnetize the head
by playing a demagnetizing cassette (available
through an audio equipment store).
To protect recordings one or both sides of a tape,
remove the corresponding tab. If you later want to
record on the
tape, affix a piece
of adhesive tape
over the hole.
Solution
Check power cord for a secure connection.
Unplug the unit for a moment, and then
plug into power source again.
Check the outlet by plugging in another
device.
Increase the volume setting.
Check connection to speakers.
Check that you have selected the appropri-
ate function: CD, TAPE, RADIO, AUX.
Check antenna connection.
Move antenna.
Turn off nearby electrical appliances, such
as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner, microwave,
fluorescent lights.
Check that CD is in the tray.
Check that CD label is facing up.
Check that PAUSE mode is not on.
Check that CD function is selected.
Clean the disc.
Check disc for warping, scratches, or other
damage.
Check if something is causing the system to
vibrate. If so, move the system.
Problem
System will
not turn on
No sound
Poor radio
reception
CD does
not play
CD sound
skips
Problem
CD button
will not
respond, or
does not
change
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP
Distorted
or noisy
tape
recordings
Remote
control
does not
work
Solution
Switch to another function (TAPE, RADIO)
and then back to CD.
Inspect the tape heads and clean and
demagnetize.
Check that the batteries are properly
installed.
Replace weak batteries.
Check the system is plugged in to power
source.
Point the remote directly at the system’s
front panel.
Move closer to the system.
Remove any obstacles between the remote
and the system.
MAINTENANCE
A
Side A Protection
B
Side B Protection
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