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Troubleshooting (continued)

There is no sound or only a very low-level sound
is heard.

• Check that the speakers and components are

connected securely.

• Check that you have selected the correct

component on the receiver.

• Press MUTING if muting function is activated.

• The protection circuit has been activated. Turn

off the receiver, eliminate the short-circuit
problem and turn on the power again after about
20 seconds.

The left and right sounds are unbalanced or
reversed.

• Check that the speakers and components are

connected correctly and securely.

• Adjust balance parameters in the LEVEL menu.

There is severe hum or noise.

• Check that the speakers and components are

connected securely.

• Check that the connecting cords are away from a

transformer or motor, and at least 3 meters away
from a TV set or fluorescent light.

• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a

cloth slightly moistened with alcohol.

There is no sound from the center speaker.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press

SOUND FIELD +/–).

• Select C.ST.EX A–C (see page 18).

• Adjust the speaker level (see page 21).

• Make sure the center speaker size parameter is

not set to “NO” (see page 15).

There is no sound or only a very low-level sound
is heard from the surround speakers.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press

SOUND FIELD +/–).

• Select C.ST.EX A–C (see page 18).

• Adjust the speaker level (see page 21).

• Make sure the surround speaker size parameter is

not set to “NO” (see page 15).

There is no sound from the active sub woofer.

• When you select NORM. SP., make sure the sub

woofer is set to “YES” (see page 15).

• Check that “2CH ST.” is not selected (see page

19).

Radio stations cannot be tuned in.

• Check that the antennas are connected securely.

Adjust the antennas and connect an external
antenna if necessary.

• The signal strength of the stations is too weak

(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use
Direct tuning.

• No stations have been preset or the preset

stations have been cleared (when tuning by
scanning preset stations). Preset the stations (see
page 24).

The surround effect cannot be obtained.

• Make sure the sound field function is on (press

SOUND FIELD +/–).

There is no picture or an unclear picture appears
on the TV screen or monitor.

• Select the appropriate function on the receiver.

• Set your TV to the appropriate input mode.

The remote does not function.

• Point the remote at the remote sensor on the

receiver.

• Remove any obstacles in the path between the

remote and the receiver.

• Replace both batteries in the remote with new

ones, if they are weak.

• Make sure you select the correct function on the

remote.

Reference sections for clearing the
receiver’s memory

To clear

See

All memorized settings

page 12

Customized sound fields

page 22