Troubleshooting Tips - RCA RS2000 User Manual

Troubleshooting Tips

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 not • Check that CD is in the tray.
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.
RS2000 EN
Problem
CD button
will not
respond, or
does not
change discs
when you
press DISC
SKIP
Distorted or
noisy tape
recordings
Remote
control does
not work
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Solution
• Switch to another function
(TAPE, Tuner) and then back to
CD.
• Inspect the tape head, clean it if
neccessary.
• 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.
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