AKG Perception 170 [7/20] Troubleshooting

PERCEPTION 170

No sound.

Distortion.

Crackling noises or low output.

1. Power to mixer and/or amplifier is off.

2. Channel or master fader on mixer, or volume

control on amplifier is at zero.

3. Microphone is not connected to mixer or ampli-

fier.

4. Cable connectors are seated loosely.

5. Cable is defective.

6. No supply voltage.

1. Channel gain control on mixer set too high.

2. Microphone too close to sound source.

3. Microphone sensitivity set too high.

• Partial short-circuits due to excessive humidity.

1. Switch power to mixer or amplifier on.

2. Set channel or master fader on mixer or volume

control on amplifier to desired level.

3. Connect microphone to mixer or amplifier.

4. Check cable connectors for secure seat.

Check cable and replace if damaged.

6. Switch phantom power on.

Check cable and replace if necessary.

1. Turn gain control down CCW.

2. Move microphone further away from sound

source.

3. Switch preattenuation pad in.

• Place microphone in warm, dry room and allow

to dry.

Problem Possible Cause Remedy

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