Troubleshooting - Philips AZ5160 User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.
If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
WARNING:
Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no
circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will
invalidate the guarantee.
Problem
CD/VCD OPERATION
"NO" is displayed
No picture on TV screen
No colour on TV
RADIO RECEPTION
Radio reception is poor
TAPE OPERATION/RECORDING
Recording or playback cannot be made
GENERAL
The system does not react when buttons
pressed/set does not work/no display on
LCD.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor
quality
The remote control does not function
properly
Solution
– Insert a disc.
– Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
– Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has
cleared.
– Replace or clean the disc, see "Maintenance"
– Use a readable disc or correct recorded format
MP3-CD.
– Connect the cable between the system and TV.
– Change the system to the respective PAL or
NTSC setting.
– If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna
for better reception.
– Increase the distance between the Receiver
and your TV or VCR.
– Clean deck parts, see "Maintenance".
– Use only NORMAL (IEC I) tape.
– Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
– Slide the source sector to TAPE/OFF. Remove and
reconnect the AC power plug for 30 seconds and
switch on the set again.
– Adjust the volume.
– Make sure the MP3-CD was recorded within
32-320 kbps (128kbps preferably) with sampling
frequencies at 8 - 48 kHz (44.1kHz preferably).
– Reduce the distance between the remote control
and the system.
– Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/- signs)
aligned as indicated.
– Replace the batteries.
– Point the remote control in the direction of the
system's IR sensor.
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