Troubleshooting Tips; Additional Information - RCA RCD378D User Manual

System doesn't turn on
• Unplug the unit for a moment, and then plug
it back in.
• Check the outlet by plugging in another devices.
no sound
• Adjust volume setting.
• Make sure you've selected the correct function.
Poor radio reception
• Make sure FM antenna wire is fully extended.
• Try turning off electrical appliances near the
unit, such as hair dryers, vacuum cleaners or
fluorescent lights.
CD doesn't play
• Make sure you've put a CD in the tray.
Cleaning the exterior
• Disconnect the system from AC power before
cleaning the exterior of the unit with a soft dust
cloth.
• Clean the exterior with a soft clean cloth or
slightly moistened chamois leather. DO NOT
use solvents as it may cause damage to the unit.
Handling CDs
• Do not touch the signal surfaces. Hold CDs
by the edges, or by one edge and the hole.
• Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to the
label surfaces. Do not scratch or damage the label.
• CDs rotate at high speeds inside the player.
Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) CDs.
• Make sure CDs are stored in their original
case after use. Keep them away from damp,
humid or abnormally heated places.
CD Lens Care
•
When your CD lens gets dirty it can also
cause the system to output poor sound quality.
To clean the lens you will need to purchase
a CD lens cleaner which can maintain the
output sound quality of your system. For
instructions on cleaning the CD lens, refer to
the ones accompanying the lens cleaner.
Cleaning CDs
• Dirty CDs can cause poor sound quality. Always
keep CDs clean by wiping them gently with a
soft cloth from the inner edge toward the outer
perimeter.
• If a CD becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in
water, wring it out well, wipe the dirt away
Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice.

Troubleshooting Tips

Additional Information

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• Make sure the CD's label is facing up.
• Try another CD.
• Make sure that Pause mode is not activated.
• Make sure CD function is selected.
CD sound skips
• Clean the CD.
• Check CD for warping, scratches or other damage.
• Check for vibration or shock that may affect
the unit; move the set if necessary.
eSD Remark:
In case of misfunction due to electrostatic discharge
just reset the product (disconnect and reconnect
of the power source may be required) to resume
normal operation.
gently, and then remove any water drops with a
dry cloth.
• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic
agents on CDs. Also, never clean CDs with
benzene, thinner, or other volatile solvents
which may cause damage to disc surface.
Cassettes
• To protect your recordings from accidental
erasure on one or both sides of your cassette,
snap out the tab at the top of the cassette. If
you decide later to record on the tape, seal
the hole with a piece of adhesive tape. (Refer
to diagram)
• Quit Slacking - A little bit of slack in your tapes
can cause scratches on the tape, or worse yet,
the tape could break. If you notice some slack
in the tape, use a pencil to tighten it up before
you insert it.
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