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Audio - Auto Tone Control Modified


REFERENCE ELECTRICAL
NUMBER 016
DATE 06-20-86
MODEL AL, AE, YR


Condition: Sound fluctuation, ST (Stereo) indicator lamp flickering and muffled sound.

Cause: The auto tone control (ATC) circuit is adjusting to reduce static noise caused by poor reception conditions.

MANUAL TUNING RADIO:





Correction: Changed ATC circuit characteristics to improve sound fluctuation, ST indicator lamp flickering and muffled sound.

Production Effective

Radio Model Part Number Radio Serial Number

AM/FM 5PB 86120-14452 1012601 (Feb, 1986)
AM/FM 6PB 86120-20540 1005501 (Feb, 1986)
AM/FM Combo 86120-28011 1002201 (Feb, 1986)

Note:


(1) A radio manufactured prior to the above mentioned serial numbers can be sent to an authorized radio exchange station for appropriate modifications.
(2) Radios having been modified are identified with red paint on the volume control shaft.