Pioneer DVR-231-AV, DVR-231-S Additional information Troubleshooting, General, Problem Remedy

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Additional information

Troubleshooting

Incorrect operation is often mistaken for trouble and malfunction. If you think there is something wrong with this component, please check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after checking the points below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.

General

Problem

Remedy

The disc is automatically ejected

• Check that the disc is not a DVD-RAM, DVD+R/RW, dual disc (DVD/CD hybrid

after closing the disc tray

disc) or other incompatible format disc (page 8).

 

• Check that the disc is loaded properly (aligned in disc tray and label-side up).

 

• Take out the disc and clean it (page 62).

 

• Check that the disc has a region code compatible with the recorder (page 64).

 

 

No picture

• Check that everything is connected properly (page 10).

 

• Check that the connected TV and/or the AV amp/receiver is set to the correct

 

input.

 

• Make sure that the disc is NTSC format.

 

• The recorder may be set to progressive-scan with an incompatible TV. Reset to

 

interlace by pressing and holding the + button (front panel) then pressing

 

STANDBY/ON (front panel).

 

 

Can’t play a disc

• Check that the disc is not a DVD-RAM, DVD+R/RW, dual disc (DVD/CD hybrid

 

disc) or other incompatible format disc (page 8).

 

• Take out the disc and clean it (page 62).

 

• Check that the disc is loaded properly (aligned in disc tray and label-side up).

 

• There may be condensation in the recorder. Leave the recorder for an hour or so

 

for the condensation to evaporate.

 

 

All settings are reset

• If the recorder is unplugged (or there is a power failure) while the recorder is on,

 

all the settings will be lost.

 

• Make sure that you switch the recorder into standby before unplugging the

 

power cord.

 

 

Screen goes blank and controls are

• Press then restart playback.

inoperative

 

 

 

Remote control does not work

• Set the remote control to the same ID number as the recorder (page 48). (When

 

the batteries run down, the remote mode is automatically reset to 1.)

 

• Use the remote within its operating range (page 8).

 

• Replace the batteries (page 8).

 

 

No sound or sound is distorted

• Make sure that the amp/receiver or TV is set to the correct input and the volume

 

turned up.

 

• There is no sound when the picture is paused, or during scanning (even forwards

 

at regular play speed) or slow motion play. Press to resume regular playback.

 

• DTS discs can only be played if this recorder is connected to a DTS decoder or

 

DTS compatible amp/receiver. If you have connected a suitable decoder, also

 

make sure that the Initial Setup > Audio > Audio Out > DTS setting is On.

 

• Some 96kHz discs do not output audio through the digital jack. In this case,

 

switch the input of your amp/receiver to analog.

 

• Check the audio cable connections (page 10).

 

• If the sound is distorted, try cleaning the cable plugs.

 

 

The picture from the external input

• If the video signal from the external component is copy-protected, you cannot

is distorted

connect via this recorder. Connect the component directly to your TV.

 

 

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Contents DVR-231-SDVR-231-AVDVR-233-S Risk of Electric Shock Do not Open Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions POWER-CORD Caution To establish a safe level Once you have established a comfortable sound levelDecibel Level Example Contents Before you start FeaturesBefore you start Chapter What’s in the boxDisc / content format playback compatibility Using the remote controlGeneral disc compatibility DVD-VideoBefore you start Frequently asked questionsDVD-R/RW compatibility CD-R/RW compatibilityConnecting up Chapter Connecting upRear panel connections Front panel connectionsVCR Connecting up Easy connectionsConnecting up Using other types of video output Connecting using an S-video outputConnecting using the component video output Connect RF antenna cables as shown This enables you to watch discs Video OUT Digital COAXIAL1 Connecting up Connecting to an AV amplifier or receiverConnecting up Connecting other AV sources Connecting a VCR or analog camcorderPlugging Controls and displays Chapter Controls and displaysFront panel DisplayControls and displays Remote controlTimer REC Switching on and setting up Getting startedGetting started Chapter Getting started Other settings you can makeUse Your time zoneGetting started Making your first recording Using the built-in TV tunerPlaying back your recording Changing TV channelsChanging audio channels Basic playbackPlaying DVD discs Playing audio CDsPlaying Video CDs Stop display Displaying disc information on- screenRecording display Play displayPlayback Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a discPlayback Chapter IntroductionNavigating discs PlaybackScanning discs Optionally Press EnterFrame advance/frame reverse Playing in slow motionSlow 1/16 Slow 1/8 Slow 1/2 Search Mode Playback Play Mode menuPress Home Menu and select ‘Play Mode’ Enter to navigateSwitching DVD soundtracks Displaying and switching subtitlesRepeat play mode Repeat playSwitching camera angles Switching audio channelsTo display/switch the audio channel, press Audio repeatedly To switch the camera angle, press AngleRecording Chapter RecordingAbout DVD recording Recording time and picture qualityPress REC Mode repeatedly to select a recording setting Setting the picture quality/recording timeRecording Restrictions on video recording Recording equipment and copyrightRecording Basic recording from the TV Setting a timer recordingRecording Enter the timer recording settingsExtending a timer recording in progress Timer recording using the VCR Plus+ programming systemMoving the end time by 30-minute blocks Buttons to changeTimer recording FAQ Canceling and stopping a timer recording in progressProgramming a new end time Playing your recordings on other DVD players Recording from an external componentFinalizing a disc PressInitializing a DVD-RW disc Editing Chapter EditingEditing Titles Title Edit EraseTitle Name EditingNavigation Mark Navi Mark Playback point Currently selected chapter numberLock Editing chapters Chapter EditErase All To lock or unlock, then press EnterCombine DivideInitial Setup menu Chapter Initial Setup menuUsing the Initial Setup menu Basic settingsAuto CH Setup Initial Setup menuTuner Then press EnterManual CH Setup Guide CH SetupOSD Language Remote Control Setup NavigatorDisplay Video settings Initial Setup menu Disc settingsInput Adjust Audio settingsPlayback Adjust Audio Adjust settingAudio Out AudioPlayback settings Initial Setup menu Recording settingsChange Password Set PasswordChange Level Select ‘Level’Language Country/AreaSelect by code letter Use Buttons to Change the code Visual settings Action settingsSelecting ‘Other’ languages When viewing on a widescreen TV or monitor When viewing on a standard TV or monitorAdditional information Additional information ChapterAdditional information Troubleshooting Problem RemedyGeneral Additional information What kind of discs can I use for recording? Additional information Frequently asked questionsAdditional information Language code list Country/Area code listCountry/Area, Country/Area code, Country/Area code letter Message Explanation/Action Hints on installation Cleaning the pickup lensAdditional information Handling discs Storing discsMaking a timer recording Resetting the recorderSetting up Moving the recorderDynamic range Dolby DigitalMpeg audio Mpeg videoTimer Additional information SpecificationsSupplied accessories Input/OutputIndex Language audio 31, 54 code list 60 DVD menuEnglish Pioneer Corporation