Philips FW-C390 User Manual page 30

Troubleshooting
RADIO RECEPTION
Radio reception is poor.
TAPE OPERATION/RECORDING
Recording or playback cannot be made.
The tape deck door cannot open.
GENERAL
The system does not react when buttons
are pressed.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor
quality.
The left and right sound outputs are
reversed.
The remote control does not function
properly.
The timer is not working.
Not all lighted buttons are showing light.
The Clock/Timer setting is erased.
The system displays features
automatically and buttons start flashing.
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– 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 your TV or VCR.
– Clean deck parts, see "Maintenance".
– Use only NORMAL (IEC I) tape.
– Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
– Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
switch on the system again.
– Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
switch on the system again.
– Adjust the volume.
– Disconnect the headphones.
– Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
– Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
– Check the speaker connections and location.
– Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example)
before pressing the function button (É,í,ë).
– 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 directly towards the IR
sensor.
– Set the clock correctly.
– Press and hold CLOCK•TIMER to switch on the
timer.
– If recording or tape dubbing is in progress, stop
recording.
– Press DIM to select DIM OFF display mode.
– Power has been interrupted or the power cord
has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.
– Press and hold Çon the system to switch off
the demonstration.