User Guide

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Troubleshooting
RADIO RECEPTION
Poor radio reception. ¶ The signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or
connect an external antenna for better
reception.
¶ Increase the distance from TV or VCR.
TAPE DECK OPERATION
Recording or playback cannot be ¶ Clean deck parts, see Maintenance.
made. ¶ Use only NORMAL (IEC I) tape for recording.
“CHECK TAPE” is displayed. ¶ Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
Tape deck door cannot open. ¶ Reconnect the AC power plug and switch on
the system again.
GENERAL
Does not react when any buttons ¶ Press STANDBY-ON to switch off the system.
are pressed. Remove the AC power plug from the wall
outlet, then reconnect the power plug and
switch on the system again.
No or poor sound. ¶ Adjust the volume.
¶ Disconnect the headphones.
¶ Check that the speakers are connected
correctly.
¶ Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
Reversed left and right sound. ¶ Check the speaker connections and location.
Remote control does not function properly. ¶ Select the source (CD, TUNER, etc.)
before pressing the function button (É,í,ë,
etc.).
¶ Reduce the distance to the system.
¶ Insert the batteries with their polarities
(+/– signs) as indicated.
¶ Replace the batteries.
Timer is not working. ¶ Set the clock.
¶ Press TIMER ON•OFF to switch on the timer.
¶ If recording is in progress, stop recording.
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