Problem with "powering-on" Denon AVR-2802 receiver

[return2forever]

When I "power-on" the unit, the "on/standby" light flashes repeatedly, the "auto" (input mode) light and the "A/B" (speakers) light are on for 3 seconds, but nothing else happens. There is no response from any of the other function buttons (I do not have a remote). The unit was given to me in this condition. Is it possible a fuse(s) may require replacement and where are they located? I removed the cover, but I can't find them. THANKS

 

[markw]

Anything is possible, but I can't say where they are. But, ultimately, I wouldn't get my hopes up. The standby light should go off after a few seconds during the initialization procss. and you should hear a click when it's ready to go. Also, the display should show a rolling "audio video receiver" or some such while the light is flashing. If not, there may be other problems.

First off, Google "Denon AVTR-2802 manual" and download one. You're gonna need it. Without that, don't bother with steps two and three. I have a 2802 that I bought NIB in '03. I still refer to it even today.

Second, one must go through a fairly comprehensive setup procedure before you'll get anything at all out of this thing. I'm not sure how you would accomplish this without a remote but I can definitely tell you that running a composite video cable to a TV helps tremendously.

Finally, what source are you selecting? If there's no signal, you'll get nothing out. Hookup a wire to the FM antenna and go to a known local station frequency. At least then you'll know you have a source.