Tuner
Problem
FM stereo reception is
noisy.
There is distortion, and
clear reception cannot
be obtained even with a
FM
good FM antenna.
The desired station
cannot be tuned into
with the automatic
tuning method.
Previously preset
stations can no longer
be tuned into.
The desired station
cannot be tuned into
with the automatic
tuning method.
AM
There are continuous
crackling and hissing
noises.
There are buzzing and
whining noises.
XM Satellite Radio (U.S.A. model only)
If an operation takes longer than usual or an error occurs, one of the following messages may appear in the front panel
display. In this case, read the cause and follow the corresponding remedies.
Status message
CHECK ANTENNA
The XM Connect-and-Play digital antenna
is not connected to the XM jack of this
unit or does not work properly.
UPDATING
The XM user encryption code is being
updated.
NO SIGNAL
The signal is too weak.
LOADING
It takes longer than four seconds for audio
or text data to be decoded.
OFF AIR
The XM Satellite Radio channel you
selected is not currently broadcasting any
signals.
<XM> - - -
The Channel Station ID (SID) is no longer
available.
- - - / - - -
No artist name or song title is available.
<CAT> - - -
No channels are available for the selected
category.
Cause
The characteristics of FM stereo
broadcasts may cause this problem
when the transmitter is too far away or
the antenna input is poor.
There is multi-path interference.
The signal is too weak.
This unit has been disconnected for a
long period.
The signal is weak or the antenna
connections are loose.
Noises result from lightning,
fluorescent lamps, motors, thermostats
and other electrical equipment.
A TV set is being used nearby.
Cause
Remedy
Check the antenna connections.
Try using a high-quality directional FM
antenna.
Use the manual tuning method.
Adjust the antenna position to eliminate
multi-path interference.
Use a high-quality directional FM antenna.
Use the manual tuning method.
Set preset stations
Tighten the AM loop antenna connections
and orient it for the best reception.
Use the manual tuning method.
Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire.
This will help somewhat, but it is difficult to
eliminate all noise.
Move this unit away from the TV set.
Remedy
Check the XM Connect-and-Play digital antenna
accessory connections and orient it for the best
reception level.
Wait until the encryption code is updated.
Check the XM Connect-and-Play digital antenna
accessory connections and orient it for the best
reception level.
Wait until the decoding process has finished.
Check the channel number again or select another
XM Satellite Radio channel.
Select another channel category by pressing
CATEGORY on the front panel (or A-E/CAT. j / i on
the remote control) repeatedly.
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