Philips FW-C500 - Manual (Page 56)

Troubleshooting
RADIO RECEPTION
Radio reception is poor. ~ If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or
connect an external antenna for better reception.
- Increase the distance between the Mini HiFi
System and yourTV orVCR.
TAPE OPERATION/RECORDING
Recording or playback cannot be made. - Clean deck parts, see “Maintenance".
- Use only NORMAL (lEC 1) or lEC type II (CrO^)
tape.
” Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
The tape deck door cannot open. - Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
switch on the system again.
GENERAL
The system does not react when buttons
are pressed.
- Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
switch on the system again.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor
quality.
- Adjust the volume.
- Disconnect the headphones.
- Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
- Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
The left and right sound outputs are
reversed.
- Check the speaker connections and location.
The remote control does not function
properly.
- Select the source (CD orTUNER, for example)
before pressing the function button ( ► , N, N).
- Reduce the distance between the remote control
and the system.
- Insert the batteries with their polarities
(+/- signs) aligned as indicated.
-- Replace the batteries.
” Point the remote control in the direction of the
system's IR sensor
The timer is not working. - Set the clock correctly.
- Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer
- If recording is in progress, stop recording.
Not all lighted buttons are showing light. - Press DISPLAY to select NORMAL or MODE 1
display mode.
The Clock/Timer setting is erased. -- Power has been interrupted or the power cord
has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer
The system displays features
automatically and buttons start flashing. - Press and hold DEMO STOP ■ on the system
to switch off the demonstration.
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