Troubleshooting - Philips DC146 User Manual

Troubleshooting

WARNING
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the
warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you
are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or Philips for
help.
Problem
"NO CD" is displayed.
Radio reception is poor.
The system does not react when buttons
are pressed.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor
quality.
The left and right sound outputs are
reversed.
The remote control does not function
properly.
20
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 finalized CD-RW or CD-R.
✔
If the signal is too weak, adjus the antenna for
better reception.
✔
Increase the distance between the System and
your TV or VCR.
✔
Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
switch on the system again.
✔
Adjust the volume.
✔
Disconnect the headphones.
✔
Check that the speakers are connec ted
correctly.
✔
Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
✔
Check the speaker connections and location.
✔
Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example)
before pressing the function button (2;, 4,
¢).
✔
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 directly towards the IR
sensor.