Troubleshooting Tips - RCA RS2300 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.
• Make sure headphones are not
plugged in.
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.
• try another 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.
Problem Solution
CD button • Switch to another function (TAPE,
will not Tuner) and then back to CD.
respond, or • Unplug the unit for a moment and
does not then plug it back into the power
change source.
discs when
you press
DISC SKIP
Distorted or • Inspect the tape head, clean it if
noisy tape necessary.
recordings
Remote • Check that the batteries are properly
control installed.
does not • Replace weak batteries.
work • 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.
"ERROR" • Unplug the unit
message • See if there is anything obstructing
the CD door or preventing it from
closing.
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