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Troubleshooting – Philips HC8800 User Manual

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Troubleshooting

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.

If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or
service centre.

WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this
would invalidate the warranty.

Problem

Remedy

No sound

– Check if the AC/DC adapter is fully inserted into the
AC outlet and that its DC connector is properly inserted
into the 12 Volt DC input connector located at the rear
of the transmitter.
– Check if the headphone’s on/off switch is in the on
position.
– Headphone batteries running low. Connect the charge
cable between headphone and transmitter.
(See Headphone power supply)
– Check if the audio source is switched on and tuned to
a channel with audio.
– Volume not adjusted. Adjust the volume on the audio
source/ headphone to a higher level.
– Adjust the headphone’s tuning frequency. Press and
hold the tuning control button for about 1 second.
– Make use of the HC8802 transmitter. Some
transmitters already built into other equipment may not
be compatible with the HC8805 headphone because of
the advanced technologies used in the HC8805
headphone.

Distorted sound

– Adjust the headphone’s tuning frequency. Press and hold
the tuning control button for about 1 second. Repeat if
necessary.
– Adjust the transmitter’s frequency. Select any of the
3 channels of the transmitter. Next adjust the
headphone’s frequency by pressing and holding the
tuning button for about 1 second.
– Headphone batteries running low. Connect the charge
cable between headphone and transmitter. (See
Headphone power supply)

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