Philips MC145C-37 - Manual (Page 16)

Problem Possible cause Solution
No sound, Volume is turned down. Turn up the volume.
no power Headphone is connected. Disconnect headphone.
Mains cable is not securely connected. Connect mains cable properly.
No reaction to Electrostatic discharge. Disconnect the unit from the power supply,
controls reconnect after a few seconds.
Poor radio Weak radio signal. Direct the aerial for optimum reception.
reception Interference caused by electrical equipment Keep the unit away from electrical
such as TVs, computers, engines, etc. equipment.
NO DISC
The CD is badly scratched or dirty. Replace or clean the CD.
is displayed No CD, or CD is inserted upside down. Insert a CD with label upwards.
The laser lens is steamed up. Wait until the lens has cleared.
The CD skips The CD is damaged or dirty. Replace or clean the CD.
tracks
SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active. Switch off SHUFFLE or PROGRAM .
Poor cassette Dust and dirt on the heads, capstans or Clean heads, capstans, and pressure rollers.
sound quality pressure rollers.
Use of unsuitable cassette type Only use NORMAL or CHROME type cassettes
(METAL) for recording. for recording.
CHECK TAPE Cassette tab(s) may be snapped off. Apply a piece of adhesive tape over
is displayed the hole.
Remote control Batteries are inserted incorrectly. Insert batteries correctly.
does not function Batteries are flat. Insert fresh batteries.
properly
The unit is too far away. Move the unit nearer.
English
TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNICAL DATA
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Amplifier
Standby power consumption............................................8 W
Output power......2
´ 10 W RMS 1 / 8 ½ / 1 kHz / THD 10 %
Output power.....................................................200 W PMPO
Music power ............................................................2
´ 20 W
Signal-to-noise ratio........................................ ³ 75 dBA (IEC)
Input sensitivity AUX .....................................0.5 V (max. 2 V)
SUBWOOFER output.............................................> 20,000
½
Impedance, speakers .................................................... ³ 8 ½
Impedance, headphones..................................32 ½–1000 ½
1) ±1dB
Tuner
FM range ..................................................87.50–108.00 MHz
MW range ........................................................531–1602 kHz
Sensitivity at 75
½:
Mono, 26 dB signal-to-noise ratio...........................2.8 µV
Stereo, 46 dB, signal-to-noise ratio.......................61.4 µV
Total harmonic distortion .............................................. ² 5 %
Frequency response.............................63–12,500 Hz (± 3 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio ................................................
³ 50 dBA
CD player
Frequency range................................................20–20,000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio....................................................75 dBA
Tape deck
Frequency response................................80–12,500 Hz (8 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio....................................................50 dbA
Wow and flutter .................................................
² 0.4 % DIN
Bass reflex speakers
Dimensions (w
´ h ´ d)........................165 ´ 240 ´ 240 mm
Weight (each) ...................................................approx. 1.5 kg
General
Dimensions (w
´ h ´ d)........................165 ´ 240 ´ 250 mm
Weight (without speakers)..................................approx. 3 kg
Subject to modification
WARNING
Under no circumstances should you try to repair
the unit yourself as this will invalidate the
guarantee.
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed, before
taking the unit for repair.
If you are unable to solve a problem by following these
hints, consult your dealer or service center.