Troubleshooting; No Audio; Audio Cycles On And Off; Distorted Audio - Clarion APX2121E Benutzerhandbuch

6. TROUBLESHOOTING

No Audio

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Low or no remote turn-on voltage: check remote connections at the amplifier and
source unit.
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Blown amplifier fuse: replace with a new fast-blow fuse (same rating).
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Power wires not connected: check battery and ground wiring at the amplifier and
check the battery connections.
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Speaker leads shorted: check speaker continuity to ground; it should not show a
common ground.
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Speakers not connected or are blown: check speaker connections at the
amplifier; measure coil impedance.

Audio cycles on and off

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Thermal protection circuits are shutting the amplifier off.
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Check the location for adequate ventilation. Consult an authorized Clarion audio
dealer.

Distorted audio

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Gain is not properly set or the speaker cones are damaged.
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Review the instructions for setting the gain. Inspect each speaker cone for signs
of damage, such as a frozen cone, burning smell, etc.

Amplifier fuse keeps blowing

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The wiring is connected incorrectly or there is a short circuit.
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Review the installation precautions and diagram in this manual and check all
wiring connections.

Whining or ticking noise when engine on

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The amplifier is picking up alternator or radiated noise.
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Turn down input gain.
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Move the audio cables away from the power wires.
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Check the power and ground connections on the amplifier and install an in-line
noise filter on the source unit's power wire.
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Check the alternator and/or voltage regulator. Test for a weak battery or add
water to the battery.
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