Denon DP-A100 Owner's Manual

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Contents

8Getting Started Part namesand functions ConnectionsPreparations Operations Troubleshooting SpecificationsENGLISH TroubleshootingIf a problem should arise, first check the following:1. Are the connections correct?2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual?3. Are the other components operating properly?If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist,there may be a malfunction.In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.Symptom Cause Solution PageThe stylus tip doesnot come down tothe record.• The tone arm height is notadjusted correctly.• The stylus pressure is notadjusted correctly.• Weight balance of the arm isnot adjusted.• Adjust it correctly.• Adjust it correctly.• Adjust it correctly.565, 6No sound isproduced.• The cartridge and a head shellare not connected correctly.• Audio cables are not connectedto the amplifier correctly.• Adjustment or switching on theamplifier is not correct.• Check the connections.• Check the connections.• Check the settings on theamplifier.46–A wall of static isheard.• The ground wire of an audiocable is not connected to theamplifier.• The plug of an audio cable isnot connected to the amplifiercorrectly.• The head shell is not securedwith the lock nut.• Check the connections.• Check the connections.• Check the mounting.665The record skips.The sound isscratchy.The sound isdistorted.• The stylus pressure is not atthe adequate value.• The record is warped orscratched.• The stylus or record is dirty.• The stylus is worn.• Adjust it correctly.• Check the record.• Remove any dirt.• Replace the cartridge.6–22The arm does notmove in the middle.• The arm is touching something.• The record is scratched.• Check the arm.• Check the record.––The sound is weak ortoo strong.• The amplifier’s cartridge setting(MC/MM) is not set correctly.• Set the cartridge settings tothe cartridge to be used (MC/MM) on the amplifier.–TroubleshootingOperations