Philips MC-220 User Manual
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RADIO RECEPTION
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 Micro HiFi
System and your TV or VCR.
TAPE OPERATION / RECORDING
Recording or playback cannot be made.
– Clean deck parts, see “Maintenance”.
– Use only normal (IEC I) tape for recording.
– Use only normal (IEC I) tape for recording.
“
CHECK TAPE” is displayed.
– Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
The tape deck door cannot open.
– Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
switch on the system again.
GENERAL
The system does not react when buttons
– Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
are pressed.
switch on the system again.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor
– Adjust the volume.
quality.
– Disconnect the headphones.
– Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
– Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
– Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
– Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
The left and right sound outputs are
– Check the speaker connections and location.
reversed.
The remote control does not function
– Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example)
properly.
before pressing the function button (É,í,ë).
– Reduce the distance between the remote control
and the system.
– Insert the batteries with their polarities
(+/– signs) aligned as indicated.
– Replace the batteries.
– Point the remote control directly toward
– Point the remote control directly toward
IR sensor on the front of the system.
The timer is not working.
– Set the clock correctly.
– Press TIMER ON•OFF to switch on the timer.
– If a recording is in progress, stop the recording.
– Press TIMER ON•OFF to switch on the timer.
– If a recording is in progress, stop the recording.
The Clock/Timer setting is erased.
– Power has been interrupted or the power cord
has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.
Troubleshooting