Philips FW-C557 User manual - Page 25

Troubleshooting

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English 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, please call 1-800-531-0039 for help. Problem Solution Radio reception is poor. ✔ If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or connect an external antenna for better reception. ✔ Increase the distance between the system and your TV or VCR. "NO DISC" is displayed or the disc cannot be played. ✔ Insert a disc. ✔ Load in the disc with label facing right. ✔ Replace or clean the disc, see "Care and safety information". "DISC NOT FINALIZED" is displayed. ✔ Use a finalized CD-R(W) or a correct format disc. The system does not react when buttons are pressed. ✔ Remove and reconnect the AC power cord and switch on the system again. Sound cannot be heard or is of poor quality. ✔ Adjust the volume. ✔ Disconnect the headphones. ✔ Check that the speakers are connected correctly. ✔ Check that the AC power cord is connected properly. The remote control does not function properly. ✔ Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) before pressing the function button (ÉÅ, S , T). ✔ Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system. ✔ Replace the battery. ✔ Point the remote control directly toward the IR sensor. The timer is not working. ✔ Set the clock correctly. ✔ Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer. The system displays features automatically and ✔ Press and hold DEMO STOP on the main unit to switch buttons start flashing. off the demonstration mode. 25

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English
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, please call
1-800-531-0039 for help.
Troubleshooting
Radio reception is poor.
NO DISC
is displayed or the disc cannot
be played.
DISC NOT FINALIZED
is displayed.
The system does not react when buttons are
pressed.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor quality.
The remote control does not function
properly.
The timer is not working.
The system displays features automatically and
buttons start flashing.
If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or connect
an external antenna for better reception.
Increase the distance between the system and your TV
or
VCR.
Insert a disc.
Load in the disc with label facing right.
Replace or clean the disc, see “Care and safety
information”.
Use a finalized CD-R(W) or a correct format disc.
Remove and reconnect the AC power cord and switch
on the system again.
Adjust the volume.
Disconnect the headphones.
Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
Check that the AC power cord is connected properly.
Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) before
pressing the function button (
ÉÅ
,
S
,
T
).
Reduce the distance between the remote control and
the system.
Replace the battery.
Point the remote control directly toward the IR sensor.
Set the clock correctly.
Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer.
Press and hold DEMO STOP on the main unit to switch
off the demonstration mode.
Problem
Solution