Troubleshooting Tips - RCA RS2022 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.
• Make sure the CDR/CDRW is
finalized.
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.
RS2022 EN
Problem
CD button
will not
respond
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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