Troubleshooting - Philips FW-V520 User Manual

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.
– Make sure the MP3-CD was recorded within
32-256 kbps bit rate with sampling frequencies
at 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 32 kHz.
– Check the speaker connections and location.
– Select the source (VCD 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 toward
IR sensor on the front of the system.
– Set the clock correctly.
– If a recording is in progress, stop the recording.
– Press DISPLAY to select NORMAL or MODE 1
display mode.
– Power has been interrupted or the power cord
has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.
– Press and hold DEMO STOP Çon the system
to switch off the demonstration.
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