Troubleshooting - Philips AZ1142/05 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 would
invalidate the guarantee.
PROBLEM
– POSSIBLE CAUSE
• REMEDY
No sound/power
– VOLUME not adjusted
• Adjust the VOLUME
– Headphones connected
• Disconnect headphones
– Mains lead not securely connected
• Connect the mains lead properly
Severe radio hum or noise
– Electrical interference: set too close to TV,
VCR or computer
• Increase the distance
Poor radio reception
– Weak radio signal
• FM: Direct the FM telescopic aerial for
optimum reception
• MW/LW: Turn the set for optimum reception
or indication
– No CD inserted
• Insert a CD
– CD badly scratched or dirty
• Replace/ clean CD, see CD player and
CD handling
– Laser lens steamed up,
• Wait until lens has cleared
This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Union.
The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.
indication
– CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalised
• Use a finalised CD-R(W)
– CD badly scratched or dirty
• Replace/ clean CD, see CD player and
CD handling
The CD skips tracks
– CD is damaged or dirty
• Replace or clean the CD
– SHUFFLE or a programme is active
• Switch off SHUFFLE/PROGRAM
Poor cassette sound quality
– Dust and dirt on the heads, etc.
• Clean deck parts etc., see Maintenance
– Use of incompatible cassette types (METAL
or CHROME)
• Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording
Recording does not work
– Cassette tab(s) may be broken
• Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the
missing tab space
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