Yamaha RX-V396 Owner's Manual page 50

TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
No sound from the
subwoofer.
A "humming" sound can
be heard.
The volume level cannot
be increased, or the
sound is distorted.
The sound effect cannot
be recorded.
The DVD/LD, TV/digital TV
or satellite tuner source
cannot be recorded by
tape deck, MD recorder
or VCR connected to this
unit.
Adjusting this unit by
using SET MENU, TIME/
LEVEL or TEST cannot
be performed.
Tuner
SYMPTOM
FM stereo reception
is noisy.
There is distortion,
and clear reception
cannot be obtained
even with a good FM
FM
antenna.
The desired station
cannot be tuned in
with the automatic
tuning method.
Previously preset
stations can no
longer be tuned in.
The desired station
cannot be tuned in
with the automatic
tuning method.
There are continuous
crackling and hissing
AM
noises.
There are buzzing and
whining noises
(especially in the
evening).
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CAUSE
"BASS OUT" in the SET MENU is set to the
SW or MAIN position when playing a 2-channel
source.
The source does not contain low bass signals
(below 90 Hz).
Incorrect cable connections.
The component connected to the TAPE/MD
OUT (REC) terminals of this unit is in the
standby mode.
It is not possible to record the sound effect by a
tape deck or MD recorder connected to the
TAPE/MD OUT (REC) terminals of this unit.
The DVD/LD player, TV/digital TV or satellite
tuner is connected to the unit only through the
digital terminals.
"MEM. GUARD" in the SET MENU is set to
the ON position.
CAUSE
The characteristics of FM stereo broadcasts
may cause this problem when the transmitter is
too far away or the antenna input is poor.
There is multipath interference.
The station is too weak.
The unit has been disconnected for a long
period.
The signal is weak or the antenna connections
are loose.
Noises result from lightning, fluorescent lamps,
motors, thermostats and other electrical
equipment.
A TV set is being used nearby.
REMEDY
Select the BOTH position.
Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem
persists, the cables may be defective.
Turn on the power to the component.
Make additional connections between the
analog terminals.
Set "MEM. GUARD" to the OFF position.
REMEDY
Check the antenna connections.
Try using a high-quality directional FM
antenna.
Use the manual tuning method.
Adjust the antenna position to eliminate
multipath interference.
Use the manual tuning method.
Use a high-quality directional FM antenna.
Re-store the stations.
Tighten the AM loop antenna connections and
orient it for best reception.
Use the manual tuning method.
Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire. This
will help somewhat, but it is difficult to
eliminate all noise.
Move this unit away from the TV.
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