Pioneer PRO-1000HDI manual General problems, Problems commonly mistaken as breakdown

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Additional Information

General problems

 

Problem

Possible Solution

 

 

 

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No power

• Is the power cord disconnected? (page 16)

 

 

• Has the main power switch been switched on? (page 7)

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Unit cannot be operated.

• External influences such as lightning, static electricity, etc., may cause improper operation. In this

 

 

case, operate the unit after first turning the main power switch on/off, or unplugging the power

 

 

cord and re-plugging it in after 1 to 2 minutes.

 

 

 

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Remote control does not

• Are batteries inserted with polarity (+, –) correctly aligned? (page 5)

 

operate.

• Are batteries worn out? (Replace with new batteries).

 

 

• Is a plug connected to the CONTROL IN connector?

 

 

When a plug is connected to the CONTROL IN connector, the signal from that connector is given

 

 

priority, thus disabling the remote control signal receiver (page 16).

•

INPUT is not changed.

• Is the Auto function being used? (page 34)

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Picture is cut off.

• Is the selected screen size correct?

 

 

Switch to another screen size (page 24).

 

 

• Are SCREEN mode adjustments such as picture size made correctly? (pages 28 – 29).

 

 

• Is the Point Zoom function being used? (page 25)

 

 

 

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Strange color, light color, or

• Adjust the picture tone (page 27).

 

dark, or color misalignment

• Is the room too bright?

 

 

The picture may look dark in a room that is too bright.

 

 

• Is CLAMP POSITION setup correct? (page 19)

•

Power is suddenly turned

• The unit’s internal temperature has increased. (Air vents are blocked.)

 

off.

Remove any objects blocking vent or clean (page 35).

 

 

• Is the POWER MANAGEMENT or AUTO POWER OFF function set to ON? (page 26).

 

 

• Condensation has formed on internal parts due to suddenly increasing ambient temperature.

 

 

Allow condensation to dry thoroughly before using.

 

 

 

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No picture

• Is connection to other components correct? (pages 9 to 15)

 

 

• Has setup been done correctly after connection? (pages 18 – 21)

 

 

• Is the correct input selected? (page 22)

 

 

• Is a non-compatible signal being input? (pages 9, 39 – 41)

 

 

• Is picture adjustment correct? (page 27)

 

 

 

Problems commonly mistaken as breakdown

 

Problem

 

Possible Solution

 

 

 

 

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The screen is displayed in a

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Check the input signal compatibility chart (pages 39 – 41).

 

small size.

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Is the correct screen size selected? (pages 24, 28 and 29)

• Letter breakup on screen.

• Adjust using “SCREEN” mode on the menu screen (pages 28, 29).

 

 

 

If there is still no improvement, this unit may be limiting the displayable range. Check the

 

 

 

personal computer input signal compatibility chart (pages 39 – 41).

•

A sharp sound is sometimes

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Expansion/contraction caused by surrounding temperature change may result in sound being

 

heard from the cabinet.

 

heard from the cabinet. This is not a malfunction.

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Bright portions of image

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When the video input signal’s level is too high, the bright portions may appear to be losing their

 

appear to be losing intensity.

 

intensity.

 

 

 

Increase the adjustment level of the contrast and check the picture (page 27).

 

 

 

 

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Speckles or noise appears on

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May be caused by radio wave interference from appliances with motors such as hair dryers,

 

screen.

 

electric vacuum cleaners, electric power drills, ignition systems of cars, motorcycles etc., switch

 

 

 

devises such as thermostats etc., neon signs or electrical discharge from power lines etc..

 

 

 

 

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Stripes appear on the screen.

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May be caused by radio wave mingling from TV station, FM station, amateur radios, public radios

 

 

 

(simplified radios) etc., or a nearby personal computer, TV, or video/audio component.

 

 

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A strong electromagnetic field may cause picture distortion and similar problems.

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Sound is heard from inside

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Normal sound of the cooling fan and internal sliding parts of the plasma display panel. Not a

 

the unit.

 

malfunction.

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Fan isn’t moving

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Fan is set to operate only after ambient temperature exceeds 35 °C (95 °F)(differs depending on

 

 

 

installation conditions). Not a malfunction.

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Fan speed changes.

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Fan speed changes automatically in accordance with ambient conditions. Not a malfunction.

 

 

 

 

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Contents PRO-1000HDIPRO-800HDI Safety Precautions Wash hands after handlingSafety Precautions NEC SectionIii Contents How to Use This Manual Before ProceedingAbout operations in this manual Screen DisplaysRemote control unit Cleaning cloth for wiping front panel÷ Warranty AA R6 batteries xPart Names and Functions Main UnitMain unit Operation panel on the main unitInserting the batteries Remote control unit Remote Control UnitWhen handling the remote control unit Operating range of the remote control unit Connection Panel$ Main power switch Illustration depictsPart Names and Functions Audio Input Stereo mini jack Audio Output Stereo mini jackInstallation and Connections Installation of the UnitAbout the Input Connectors on this UnitConnection to INPUT1 and INPUT2 Connection to AV componentsConnection of G on Sync analog RGB source Connection of composite Sync analog RGB SourceWhen connecting to Output INPUT1 Connection to a personal computerConnection of separate Sync analog RGB Source To an external monitor75Ω Ô2.kΩ2 Connection to INPUT3 Connection to INPUT4Connection to INPUT5 AV componentConnecting the speakers About DTV Set Top Box ConnectionAudio Connections Making connections to the audio inputs on this unitAudio connection for component connected to INPUT3Power Cord Connection Control Cord ConnectionHow to Route Cables To attach the speed clamps to the main unitTo remove speed clamps Illustration depicts PRO-1000HDImodelSetting Up the System Setting the Screen Mode/Input Signal FormatSetup after Connection INPUT1 When inputting a computer signalClamp Position setup Setup of Clamp PositionPress 5/∞ to select Video Signal Setup after Connection INPUT5Press SET to select the desired Video Signal setting Press 5/∞ to select Signal Range Press SET to select the desired Signal Range settingPress SET to select the desired Audio Select setting Press 5/∞ to select Audio SelectPress STANDBY/ON to put this unit in the operation mode OperationsSelecting an Input Source Before you begin, make sure you haveTo confirm display settings To adjust the volumeTo mute the sound Screen Size Selection Changing the screen sizeAutomatic screen size Moving the screen position upward or downwardArea 3 display range Partial Image EnlargementArea 1 display range Area 2 display range Automatic Power OFF To return to operating modeWhen the setup is finished, press Menu to exit Menu screen All other casesAdjusting the Picture Quality Display Panel AdjustmentsTo reset Picture mode settings to the default Screen mode adjustment items Adjusting the Image Position and Clock Automatic AdjustmentPress 2/3 to select Screen To reset Screen mode settings to the default When video signal input is selectedPress 2/3 to carry out the adjustment Use 5/∞ for the adjustments of V.POSITIONOther Operations Rewriting the Input DisplayPress SET to select Input Label Press Menu to return to the normal display screenReducing Video Noise Digital NR Changing the Color TemperatureOther Setting the PureCinema mode Viewing a Fast Moving Picture 3D Y/C ModePress 5/∞ to select 3D Y/C Mode Press SET to set the mode to MotionPower Control Function Viewing in a Bright LocationFactory default setting is OFF. Each time SET is Audio Output Audio OUTPress 5/∞ to select Auto Function Press SET to select Input 1 or InputCleaning TroubleshootingAbout the self diagnosis mode Additional InformationProblems commonly mistaken as breakdown General problemsProblem Possible Solution STANDBY/ON indicator About the plasma panel’sProtection function Panel sticking and after-image lagSpecifications AccessoriesGeneral PRO-1000HDI General PRO-800HDIPC signal compatibilty table INPUT1, INPUT2 Supplement 1 -1/2 PRO-1000HDINot available Refresh rate Screen size Dot x line RemarksRefresh rate Screen size Dot x line Digital signal compatibilty table INPUT5 Video signal compatibilty table INPUT1, INPUT2Supplement Video signal Component video signalExplanation of Terms Aspect ratioAdditional Information TSZZF/03I00000
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