Philips CDR800 - Manual (Page 30)

WARNING
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself as this
will invalidate the guarantee.
Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock.
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed, before taking the set for
repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following these hints,
consult your dealer or service center.
Laser safety
This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove
the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury.
Problem Solution:
No power – ensure that the ON/OFF button is on: the set is in standby mode, press any key to
activate it
– ensure that the power cord is plugged in correctly
No sound – check the audio connections
– try using a different source on the amplifier
Remote control does not work – first select the right source on the remote control
– point the remote control directly at the set
Will not record – clean the disc
– check if CDR(W) is an unfinalized disc
– check that the disc is recordable and replace if necessary
– the disc is not an AUDIO disc (
WRONG DISC)
Recording is distorted – make sure the recording level is correct
Recorded tracks do not start or stop – try another auto track setting
at the correct time or tracks have been – check if there are at least 2.7 seconds silence in between the tracks
merged together (analog recording only)
– insert track increments manually with the remote control
20 second pause between recordings – see “Recording with automatic start“
Recorded disc does not play – finalize the CDR(W)
in other standard CD player – insert the CDRW in a CDRW compatible player
Stops during recording – use Philips audio CDR(W)s
– in case recording process is interrupted (power loss, mechanical shock), start
recording again with a new disc
Missing directories on MP3-CD – only albums with playable files will be shown
INSERT DISC indication – replace or clean the disc
– insert a CD(RW), label upwards
– wait until the lens has cleared
USE AUDIO CD indication – insert a digital audio disc marked with “Digital audio” and the special logo
CHECK INPUT indication
– select the correct input
– make sure the digital source is switched on
– make sure the connection cord is properly connected
Unexpected start of Demo mode – Keep STOP
9 on the set pressed for at least 5 seconds to cancel Demo
(automatic display of recorder features) mode permanently
Set does not react – unplug the set, then replug it
Troubleshooting
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