Tri-Vista Pre Instructions for Use Page 10 of 11
PROBLEMS ?
Issue 1: April 2003
Basic problem-solving with a pre-amplifier is similar to troubleshooting any other electrical or
electronic equipment. Always check the most obvious possible causes first, such as 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 Tri-Vista Pre-amplifier yourself,
as this will invalidate the guarantee.
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
No power when
MAINS
Mains plug not inserted
Plug in securely
POWER
switch is operated
fully into the rear socket
No sound
Tape monitor function has
Cancel tape monitor
been selected (see page 8)
function by pressing the
MONITOR
button again
Mute function is selected
Press mute button on the
remote control to cancel
Wrong connections between
Check audio lead inter-
the Tri-Vista Pre and
connections between the
amplifier
pre-amplifier and amplifier
Remote control unit does
POWER
switch is set to OFF
Press
POWER
button
not operate
Batteries not fitted to remote
Insert batteries
control unit
Batteries are flat
Replace batteries - do not
mix old and new ones
Range of remote control has
Batteries are running out
Replace batteries - do not
greatly reduced
mix old and new ones
