Troubleshooting - RCA 600-Watt Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

This receiver has been manufactured to the specifications of RadioShack and is covered by a limited warranty from RadioShack. If
your receiver is not operating as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store or call 1-800-THE-SHACK for assistance.
If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Investigate the other components and
electrical appliances being used. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component.
Symptom
No power. The power cord is disconnected.
The power is on, but No disc is inserted.
the DVD player does
not work.
No picture. The TV is not set to receive DVD signal
output.
The video cable is not connected
securely.
The connected TV power is turned off.
The playback picture is The disc is dirty.
poor.
The DVD player does No disc is inserted.
not start playback.
The DVD player cannot read the disc
because it is damaged or an incorrect type
(for example, a CD-RW).
The disc is placed upside down.
The disc is not placed within the guide.
The disc is dirty.
A menu appears on the TV screen.
The rating level is set.
The remote control The remote control is not pointed at the
does not work remote sensor of the receiver.
properly.
The remote control is too far from the
receiver.
There is an obstacle between the remote
control and the DVD player.
The remote's batteries are low.
The receiver does not Static electricity caused by dry air.
respond when the
buttons are pressed.
No sound is output Improper connections.
when a function is
Sound is muted.
selected.
The volume is turned down.
No image is output Improper connections.
when a function is
The input source is not properly selected. Press the correct function button.
selected.
Cause
Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.
Insert a disc. (Check that the DVD or audio CD indicator
in the DVD display is lit.)
Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so the
picture from the DVD player appears on the TV screen.
Connect the video cable into the jacks securely.
Turn on the TV.
Clean the disc.
Insert a disc. (Check that the DVD or CD indicator in the
display panel is lit.)
Check the disc type, color system and regional code.
Check for any scratches or smudge on the disc. Insert a
readable disc.
Place the disc with the playback side down.
Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide.
Clean the disc.
Press
Cancel the rating function or change the rating level.
Point the remote control at the remote sensor of the
receiver.
Operate the remote control within about 23 feet (7 m) of
the receiver.
Remove the obstacle.
Replace the batteries.
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet, then re-insert
the plug.
Make sure the component is connected correctly.
Press the remote's
Adjust
Make sure the component is connected correctly.
Remedy
to turn off the menu screen.
SETUP
.
MUTE
.
VOLUME
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