Troubleshooting - Nuvo NV-T3 Owner's Manual

SYMPTOM
Noisy reception
Crackling sounds.
Stereo indicator (( ))
flickers.
FM Stereo reception is noisy.
FM
There is distortion and clear
reception cannot be obtained
even with a good antenna.
Cannot tune station
using automatic tuning, no
stereo operation
Preset stations can no
longer be tuned in.
Cannot tune station using
automatic tuning.
There are continuous
crackling and hissing noises.
AM
There are buzzing and
whining noises (especially in
the evening).

Troubleshooting

CAUSE
Noise from other electrical
equipment, ignition noise
from passing vehicles.
Insufficient antenna input.
Transmitter too far away,
antenna is not in direct line
of sight with transmitter
tower.
Multipath interference.
Station is too weak.
The tuning mode is set to
manual tuning.
The T-3 has been unplugged
for a long period of time.
No AC power at the wall
outlet for a long period of
time.
Weak signal.
These noises result from
certain atmospheric
conditions. All types of
electrical equipment cause
noise in AM reception.
A TV set is in use nearby.
Another station is interfering
with the received station.
REMEDY
The FM antenna should be
put up as high as possible.
Install a noise suppressor on
the equipment causing the
noise.
Try using a directional
antenna.
Check all antenna
connections. Try using a
directional antenna. Use
manual tuning.
Try different antenna
positions.
Use manual tuning mode .
Try using a directional.
antenna.
Reprogram the tuner.
Use manual tuning mode.
Use an outdoor antenna and
a good ground wire.
Note: It is very difficult to
eliminate all noise.
Relocate the NV-T3 or the
TV.