Troubleshooting
Symptom
RFQ5000 does not
turn on (Power LED
is off)
RFQ5000 has no
sound (Power LED
is on
)
Turn-On Pop
Diagnosis
Voltage applied to the REM
terminal of the RFQ5000 is not
between 5 and 15.5 volts.
Voltage to the B+ terminal of
the RFQ5000 is not between 5
and 16 volts or there is no
voltage present.
Internal B+ fuse is blown
RFQ5000 is not properly
grounded.
RCA Input from source unit
is not connected or not
functioning properly.
Output attenuators are
at minimum.
Voltage spike from output of
preceding component is
entering RFQ5000 through
input signal.
Remedy
Check the alternator, battery, fuse and
wiring and repair as necessary. If the
voltage is above 15.5 volts, have the
electrical system inspected
by an authorized car
service center.
Check the alternator, batter, fuse and
wiring and repair as necessary. If the
voltage is above 15.5 volts, have the
electrical system inspected by an
authorized car service center.
Remove cover from RFQ5000 an
replace with 2 amp fuse.
Check wiring and repair as necessary.
Check connections, substitute with
known working source and cables, and
repair or replaces as necessary.
Readjust output attenuators
as necessary.
Disconnect input signal to RFQ5000
and turn unit on and off. If noise is
eliminated, connect REM lead of
RFQ5000 to remote turn-on wire with a
delay module.
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