Troubleshooting Guide - Jensen JIMS-285 Owner's Manual

CLEANING THE UNIT
To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.
The finish on the unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture, Use
caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
If the cabinet becomes dusty wipe it with a soft dry dust cloth. Do not use any wax or polish
sprays on the cabinet.
If the front panel becomes dirty or smudged with fingerprints it may be cleaned with a soft cloth
slightly dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Never use abrasive cloths or polishes
as these will damage the finish of your unit.
CAUTION:
Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.
Should you experience difficulties in the use of this system please refer to the following chart or call
1-800-777-5331 for Product Service and Support.
PROBLEM
The unit will not
play
Unit is ON but
there is low or
no volume
Noise or sound
distorted on AM
or FM broadcast
FM ST does not
appear in the
display
CD door cannot
open
CD player will
not play
CD skips while
playing
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The unit is disconnected from the AC
outlet
The AC outlet has no power
The volume Control has been turned
all the way down
Station not tuned properly for AM or
FM.
FM: The FM wire antenna is not fully
extended.
AM: The loop antenna is not
positioned correctly
You have tuned to a mono station or
the station is too weak
FM MONO MODE is set
System not in CD function mode
Unit not in CD function mode.
CD is installed incorrectly.
If the CD is self-compiled, the media
used may not be compatible with the
player.
Disc is dirty or scratched.
Reconnect to the AC outlet.
Try the unit on another outlet
Turn the Volume control to a higher
output
Retune the AM or FM broadcast
station.
FM: Fully extend the FM wire
antenna.
AM: Reposition the loop antenna until
the best reception is obtained.
Select another FM station or extend or
rotate the wire antenna for best
reception.
Set the FM MODE Switch to STEREO
Turn on the system, select CD mode
then press CD door Open / Close
button on main unit to open the CD
door.
Select CD function mode.
Insert CD with label side up.
Use better quality blank media and
retest.
Wipe CD with clean cloth or use
another disc.
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SOLUTION