kW 500 Integrated Amplifier Instructions for use Page 9 of 10
Issue 2: Sept 2004
TROUBLESHOOTING
Basic problem-solving with an amplifier is similar to troubleshooting 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 kW 500 Integrated amplifier
yourself, as this will invalidate the guarantee.
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
No power when
POWER
Mains plug not inserted
Plug in securely
button is pressed
fully into rear socket
No sound
Tape monitor function has
Switch off tape monitor
been selected
Mute funtion is still active
Press the mute button
(feet LEDs are still red)
again to cancel
Wrong connections between
Check audio input lead
input sources and the kW 500
connections
amplifier
Speakers not connected, or
Check speaker cables
incorrectly wired
Sound is not precise, lacking
Speakers are connected out of
Ensure speakers are
in bass and stereo image
phase, i.e., connections to one
connected correctly
speaker (+ and -) are reversed
