Operating instructions

RQTV0273
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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you can’t fi x the system as described below, or if something not listed here occurs, refer
to the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer.
Playing back
No sound.
Turn the volume up.
The speaker cords may not be connected properly. Turn the unit off, check and correct the
connections and turn the unit on (
➡
page 4).
Sounds unfi xed, reversed or come from
one speaker only.
Check the speaker connections (
➡
page 4).
Humming heard during play.
An AC mains lead or fl uorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and leads
away from this unit’s cables.
If possible in your area, turn the AC mains lead’s plug or connector over to reverse the lead’s
polarity.
The display is wrong or play
won’t start.
The disc may be upside down (
➡
page 8).
Wipe the disc.
Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.
Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait
about an hour for it to clear and try again.
Radio
Noise is heard.
The stereo indicator fl ickers or doesn’t
light.
Sound is distorted.
Use an outdoor antenna (
➡
page 6).
A beat sound is heard.
Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.
USB
The USB drive or its contents cannot
be read.
The USB drive format or its contents is/are not compatible with the system, “NO PLAY” is
displayed. Unplug the USB device and insert it again (
➡
page 14).
Alternatively, format the USB device and record the desired tracks again and playback the
device (
➡
page 16).
The USB host function of this product may not work with some USB devices.
USB devices with storage capacity of more than 8 gigabytes may not work in some
instances.
Slow operation of the USB fl ash drive.
Large fi le size numerous fi les or high memory USB fl ash drive takes longer time to read.
USB recording stops suddenly.
“REC ERROR” is displayed.
Select a suitable recording mode (128 KBPS or 192 KBPS) and resume recording.
Listening to DAB
DAB reception is poor
Keep the antenna away from computers, televisions, other cables and cords.
Use an outdoor antennas (
➡
page 6).
DATA
Data broadcast being received over the DAB broadcast signal. Cannot be used on this unit.
SCRAMBLED
The broadcast station being received cannot be accessed.
NO SERVICE
The station is currently not broadcasting.
NO SIGNAL
This station cannot be received. Check your antenna (
➡
page 5).
NO INFO
Stations are not receivable. Check your antenna and try Auto scanning (
➡
page 5 and 10).
STATION FULL
DAB station memory is full. Use the following method to clear station memory.
1. Press [DAB MENU].
2. Press [3 / 4, ALBUM] to select “DAB CLEAR”.
3. Press [OK]. “SURE?” is displayed.
4. Press [OK].
Station memory is erased and the unit automatically begins Auto scanning.
“MMM F26” or “MMM F56”
“MMM” is indicates the DAB’s module error status.
Turn the unit off and then back on.
If this does not fi x the problem, consult the dealer.
“*****” and “NO SIGNAL”
This service in preset memory is not broadcast or not memorised correctly. Please try Auto
scanning and perform the presetting channel steps (
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page 10 and 11).
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