Troubleshooting; Resetting The Unit - JVC RC-EX20S Manual De Instrucciones

TROUBLESHOOTING

• If you are having a problem with your unit, check this
list for a possible solution before calling for service.
Symptom
Power cannot be turned on.
When PLAY 2 is pressed, tape does not
move.
Playback sound is at a very low level.
REC ¶ does not function.
The disc is loaded but does not play.
No sound from the speakers.
Since the tape speed is irregular, wow
and flutter occur.
Radio reception is poor and there is
much static.
Note:
When the unit is moved from a cold place of around 0˚C
(32˚F) to a warm place, it may not operate normally,
because moisture has formed inside the deck. Normal
operation will be restored after waiting one or two hours.
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• If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given
here, or the unit has been physically damaged, call a
qualified person, such as your dealer, for service.
Possible cause
The power cord is unplugged.
PAUSE 8 is pressed.
• Batteries are run down.
• The head is dirty.
• The safety tabs of the cassette have
been broken off.
• No cassette is loaded.
• The disc is upside down.
• The disc is dirty.
• The disc is damaged or warped.
• The lens is dirty.
• There is moisture condensation.
Headphones are conneced.
• The pinch roller or capstan is dirty.
• Batteries are run down.
The antenna is not properly adjusted.

Resetting the unit

If "TROUBLESHOOTING" does not eliminate
malfunctioning (failure to operate or display properly,
etc.), press the RESET button on the rear of the unit with
something having a sharp point, while the unit is turned
on.
Sharp point
Note:
Resetting causes the unit to restore its factory default
settings and results in all the settings made by the user
being deleted.
Action
Connect the power cord.
Press PAUSE 8 again to release it.
• Replace the batteries with new ones.
• Clean the head.
• Reseal the slots with adhesive tape.
• Load a cassette.
• Load the disc with the label side facing
up.
• Clean the disc.
• Replace the disc with a playable one.
• Clean the lens.
• Turn the unit on and wait one or two
hours before use.
Disconnect the headphones.
• Clean the pinch roller and capstan.
• Replace the batteries with new ones.
Adjust the antenna correctly.