Troubleshooting Tips - RCA RS2040 User Manual

Troubleshooting Tips

Solution
Problem
EN
• Check power cord for a secure
System will
connection.
not turn on
• Unplug the unit for a moment,
and then plug into power
source again.
• Check the outlet by plugging
in another device.
• Increase the volume setting.
No sound
• Check connection to speakers.
• Check that you have selected
the appropriate function: CD,
TAPE, Tuner.
• Make sure mute is off.
• Make sure headphones are not
plugged in.
• Check antenna connection.
Poor radio
• Move antenna.
reception
• Turn off nearby electrical
appliances, such as hair dryer,
vacuum cleaner, microwave,
fluorescent lights.
• Check that CD is in the tray.
CD does not
• Check that CD label is facing
play
up.
• Check that PAUSE mode is not
on.
• Check that CD function is
selected.
• Use CD lens cleaner.
• Clean the disc.
• Try another disc
11
RS2040 EN
Problem
CD sound
skips
CD button
will not
respond
Distorted or
noisy tape
recordings
Remote
control does
not work
14
Solution
• Clean the disc.
• 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.
• 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 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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