Troubleshooting Guide - Panasonic SC-PM38 Operating Instructions Manual

Using other equipment
Changing the remote control code
Change the code if you find the remote control unintentionally also controls other equipment.
Change the main unit's code
Preparation
Ensure disc tray is empty.
Press and hold [CD q/h] on the main unit and then
press and hold [2] (or [1]) on the remote control.
"REMOTE 2" (or "REMOTE 1") is displayed.

Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
Common problems
No sound.
Problem sounds unfixed,
reversed or come from
one speaker only.
Humming heard during
play.
"ERROR" is displayed.
"- -:- -" appears on the
display.
"F76" is displayed.
Listening to the radio
Noise is heard.
The stereo indicator
flickers or doesn't light.
Sound is distorted.
A beat sound is heard.
A low hum is heard
during AM broadcast.
(continued)
• Turn the volume up.
• The speaker cords may not be connected properly. Turn the unit off, check and
correct the connections and turn the unit on (➡ page 4).
• Check the speaker connections (➡ page 4).
• An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances
and leads away from this unit's cables.
• If possible in your area, turn the AC mains lead's plug or connector over to reverse
the lead's polarity.
• Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
• You plugged the AC mains lead in for the first time or there was a power failure
recently.
• Set the time (➡ page 11).
• Check and correct the speaker cord connections (➡ page 4).
• If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the
dealer.
• Disconnect the USB device. Turn the unit off and then back on.
• Use an outdoor antenna (➡ page 5).
• Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.
• Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
Change the remote control's code
Press and hold [OK] and [2] (or [1]) on the remote
control for at least 2 seconds.
If the remote control and main unit are using different
codes, a message appears on the main unit's display
showing the main unit's current code. Follow the above
step to change the remote control's code to match it.
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