Philips FW-V520 - Manual (Page 31)

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Troubleshooting
WARNING
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the
warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you
are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
Problem Solution
DISC PLAYER OPERATION
“ UNREADABLE DISC” is displayed. – Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
– Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens
has cleared.
– Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”.
– Use a readable disc or correct recorded format
MP3-CD.
“ NO DISC” is displayed. – Insert a disc.
No picture on TV screen. – Connect the cable betwen the system and TV.
No colour on TV. – Change the system to the respective PAL or
NTSC setting.
Cannot adjust the TV system to – Remove the MP-3 CD from disc tray 1 or press
PAL or NTSC. DISC CHANGE twice to select a non MP3 disc
tray
Maintenance
Cleaning the Cabinet
● Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use a solution
containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives.
Cleaning Discs
● When a disc becomes dirty,
clean it with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the centre
out. Do not wipe in circular
motion.
● Do not use solvents such as
benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for
analogue records.
Cleaning the disc lens
● After prolonged use, dirt or dust may
accumulate at the disc lens. To ensure good
playback quality, clean the disc lens with Philips
CD Lens Cleaner or any commercially available
cleaner. Follow the instructions supplied with
cleaner.
Cleaning the Heads and the Tape Paths
● To ensure good recording and playback quality,
clean the heads
A
, the capstan(s)
B
, and
pressure roller(s)
C
after every 50 hours of
tape operation.
● Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with
cleaning fluid or alcohol.
● You also can clean the heads by playing a
cleaning tape once.
C C B B A
Demagnetising the heads
● Use a demagnetising tape available at your
dealer.
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