Troubleshooting Tips - RCA RS2605 Instruction Book

RS2605 EN 6/13/02 9:30 AM

Troubleshooting Tips

EN
Problem Solution
System will • Check power cord for a secure
not turn on connection.
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and
then plug into power source again.
• Check the outlet by plugging in
another device.
No sound • Increase the volume setting.
• Check connection to speakers.
• Check that you have selected the
appropriate function: CD, TAPE, Tuner.
• Make sure mute is off.
Poor radio • Check antenna connection.
reception • Move antenna.
• Turn off nearby electrical appliances,
such as hair dryer, vacuum cleaner,
microwave, fluorescent lights.
CD does • Check that CD is in the tray.
not play • Check that CD label is facing up.
• Check that PAUSE mode is not on.
• Check that CD function is selected.
• Use CD lens cleaner.
• Clean the disc.
CD sound • Clean the disc.
skips • Check disc for warping, scratches, or
other damage.
• Check if something is causing the
system to vibrate. If so, move the
system.
• Make sure the speakers are at least 3
feet away or on a different surface
from the main unit.
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Problem
CD button
will not
respond, or
does not
change
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP
MP3 disc
does not
play
Distorted or
noisy tape
recordings
Remote
control
does not
work
Solution
• Switch to another function (TAPE,
Tuner) and then back to CD.
• Only finalized MP3 CDR/CDRW disc is
accepted. MP3 format burnt by some
software (such as DIRECT CD) may not
run properly.
• Inspect the tape heads, clean it if
necessary.
• Check that the batteries are properly
installed.
• Replace weak batteries.
• Check that the system is plugged
into power source.
• Point the remote directly at the
system's front panel.
• Move closer to the system.
• Remove any obstacles between the
remote and the system.