Troubleshooting, Symptom remedy – Philips MC303799 User Manual
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Troubleshooting
WARNING
Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock! Under no circumstances
should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty
¶ 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 center.
Symptom
Remedy
CD PLAYER OPERATION
“
NO DISC” is displayed.
¶ Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
¶ Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens
has cleared.
¶ Use a finalized CD-R(W).
¶ Replace or clean the disc, see Maintenance.
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.
is 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 (Й,н,л,
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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