A300
Instructions for Use. Page 8 of 9
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Probable Cause
Remedy
No power when POWER
is pressed
Mains plug not inserted
correctly
Plug in securely
No sound
Volume control is set
to minimum
Turn up the volume
Wrong input selected
Select correct input
Mute is selected
Press mute button on
remote control
Unit has not yet come out
of power-up mute
Wait 10-15 seconds on
power-up for unit to
un-mute
Tape Monitor button is
depressed
Press Tape monitor
button
Speakers are not connected,
or are connected incorrectly
Check speaker cables
Sound is not precise,
lacking in bass and
stereo image
Speakers are connected
out of phase
Make sure that both
speakers are connected
correctly
Remote control unit will
not operate
POWER switch set to OFF
Set switch to ON
Batteries not inserted in
remote control unit
Insert batteries
Batteries flat
Change batteries
Remote control not pointed at
IR receiver lens
Ensure line of sight
between remote control
and IR receiver lens is not
obstructed
Range of remote control
has dramatically reduced
Batteries running out
Change batteries
Basic troubleshooting of an amplifier is similar to troubleshooting of any other electrical or
electronic equipment. Always check the most obvious possible causes first. To give you a few
ideas of what to look for, check the following:
If none of these actions effect a cure, please contact your dealer, or an authorised Musical
Fidelity service agent. Remember, never open the case of the A300 yourself, as this will invali-
date the guarantee.
issue 3/13.07.2000
