Panasonic SCCH52 - Manual (Page 26)

Troubleshooting Guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks
or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check point, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of
Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, consult your dealer for instructions.
Problem Probable cause(s) Suggested remedy
Problems common to all systems
There Is no sound when the
power is ON.
Volume is set too low. Adjust the volume level with the volume control
button.
The location of the various
musical instruments is not
well defined.
The (+) and (-) connections to one of the
speaker are reversed.
Connect the speaker cord correctly.
The left and right sounds
are reversed.
The left and right connections to the speakers
are reversed.
Connect the speaker cords correctly.
When listening to the
external unit, the left and
right sounds are reversed. The left and right connections to the external
unit are reversed.
Connect the externa! unit's cord correctly
A low-frequency hum is
heard during play
Power cord or fluorescent light is near a
connecting cord.
Keep electrica! appliances well away from the
connecting cords. Try unplugging the power cable
and re-connecting it with its polarities reversed.
Only one speaker is
emitting sound. One of the wires of the speaker cord is
disconnected. Connect the speaker cord correctly.
There is no sound when a
source is being played
The (+) and (-) wire of the speaker cords are
shorted. Switch the system to the standby mode, and
reconnect the speaker cords so that they are not
shorted. Then switch on the power.
“ERROR" message
appears on the display. Wrong operation has been done. Operate the unit correctly by following the operating
instructions.
While listening to FM broadcasts
There is a "rushing noise”
during a stereo broadcast
which is not audible during
a monaural broadcast.
The transmitting station is along distance away. If you are using an indoor antenna, change to an
outdoor antenna.
You hear excessive noise
during a stereo broadcast,
and occasionally the sound
disappears.
The installation location and orientation of the
antenna are unsuitable.
“STEREO” indicator flickers
and does not light
completely. The transmitting station is a long distance away.
The power of the TV set or VCR is ON. Try switching off the TV set or VCR.
The sound during a stereo
broadcast is highly
distorted.
There is a building or mountain nearby.
[Distortion is caused by interference between
the signal from the transmitting station (direct
wave) and the signal reflected from the building
or mountain (reflected wave).]
Use a high-grade outdoor antenna, and install it in a
good location, height, and orientation for reception.
While listening to AM broadcasts
You hear an unusual beat
sound. You are using the system at the same time you
are playing a TV set. Switch off the TV set, or use the system further
away from it.
You hear a iow-frequency
hum.
The antenna wire is near the power cord. Separate the antenna wire from the power cord.
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