Pioneer VSX-36TX, VSX-37TX manual Troubleshooting, Symptom Cause Remedy

Page 86

Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, 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 exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.

Symptom

 

Cause

 

Remedy

The power does not turn ON.

• The power plug is disconnected.

Connect the power plug to the wall

 

 

 

 

 

 

outlet.

 

The protection circuit may have

Disconnect the power plug from the

 

 

been activated.

 

outlet, and insert again.

The unit does not respond when

Static electricity caused by dry air.

Disconnect the power plug from the

the buttons are pressed.

 

 

 

 

 

outlet, and insert again.

No sound is output when a

• Improper connections.

• Make sure the component is

function is selected.

 

 

 

 

 

connected correctly (see p. 12-21).

 

• Sound is muted.

• Press MUTE on the remote control.

 

• The volume is turned down.

• Adjust MASTER VOLUME.

 

• The TAPE 2 MONITOR is ON.

• Press the TAPE 2 MONITOR button.

 

• Speakers are turned OFF.

Press SPEAKERS (A/B) to select the

 

 

 

 

 

 

speakers you connected.

 

• DIGITAL/ANALOG switch is set

• Set SIGNAL SELECT (see p. 47).

 

 

incorrectly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No image is output when a

• Improper connections.

• Make sure the component is

function is selected.

 

 

 

 

 

connected correctly (see p.15-18).

 

The input source is not properly

Press the correct function button.

 

 

selected.

 

 

Considerable noise in radio

Incorrect frequency.

Tune in the correct frequency.

broadcasts.

The antenna is not connected.

Connect the antenna (see p.18).

 

2RF and/or digital cables are near

Route 2RF and digital cables away

 

 

the antenna terminals and wires.

 

from the antenna terminals and wires.

 

FM broadcasts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The FM antenna is not fully

Fully extend the FM wire antenna,

 

 

extended or is poorly positioned.

 

position for best reception, and

 

 

 

 

 

 

secure to a wall.

 

• Weak radio signals.

Connect an outdoor FM antenna (see

 

AM broadcasts

 

 

p.18).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The AM antenna is poorly

Adjust the direction and position for

 

 

positioned.

 

best reception.

 

Weak radio signals.

Connect an additional internal or

 

 

 

 

 

 

external AM antenna (see p.18).

 

Interference caused by other

Turn off the equipment causing the

 

 

equipment (fluorescent lamp,

 

noise or move it away from the

 

 

motor, etc.).

 

receiver.

 

 

 

 

 

Place the antenna farther away from

 

 

 

 

 

 

the equipment causing the noise.

 

 

 

 

 

Broadcast stations cannot be

Weak radio signals.

Connect an outdoor antenna (see

selected automatically.

 

 

 

 

 

p.18).

 

 

 

 

 

Subwoofer output is very low.

Settings route signal away from

To get more signal to the subwoofer

 

 

subwoofer.

 

set it to PLUS or choose SMALL for

 

 

 

 

 

 

the FRONT speakers (see p.32-33).

 

 

 

When playing an LD the SIGNAL

• The LD is not a Dolby Digital

• Set the SIGNAL SELECT to analog

SELECT is on 2RF but there is

 

compatible disc.

 

(make sure your LD player is hooked

still no sound.

 

 

 

 

 

up with analog connections in addition

 

 

 

 

 

 

to digital and 2RF connections, see

 

 

 

 

 

 

p. 15).

 

 

 

 

When playing a Dolby Digital / DTS

The Dolby Digital / DTS source is

• There is no problem with the receiver

source the 5.1 Channel indicator

 

not 5 channels.

 

but if you want 5 channel sound you

doesn't light.

 

 

 

 

 

must play a 5 channel source.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

86

Image 86
Contents VSX-37TXVSX-36TX For Canadian model For U.S. modelImportant Notice Information to UserImportant Safety Instructions Coaxial Digital Connection Quick Start GuideHooking Up Your DVD Player & TV Optical Digital ConnectionQuick Start Guide Setting up the Remote Control & UnitSpeaker Connections Use the 2 or 3 buttons to choose the DVD/LD setting Set the remote control slide switch to SetupPress the System Setup button Digital Input AssignmentYou should see DVD/LD in the display on the receiver Playing a DVD with Surround SoundFor Better Surround Sound For more information see pagesFeatures Table of Contents Preparing the Remote Control Checking the Supplied AccessoriesHow to Use This Manual Before You StartOpening the Front Panel Installing the ReceiverOperating range of remote control unit Inches 20 cmAudio Components Connecting Your EquipmentCassette deck placement Analog audio/video cordsDigital Connections Coaxial cords/Optical cablesExample Connection for a DVD/LD or LD player Default settingsVSX-36TX model When playing LD recorded in Dolby Digital Digital Input AssignmentVideo Components Connecting DVD/LD playersConnecting VCRs or DVRs LD player onlyOr standard video cord Satellite TV ComponentsDigital audio coaxial cords Optical cables TV/Satellite tuner5.1 channel analog output jack Multi Channel Input External DecoderComponents equipped with FM wire antenna AM loop antenna Connecting the Radio AntennasUsing external antennas To improve FM receptionSpeakers Speaker terminalsSpeaker impedance Speaker placementPlacing Your Speakers First turn the receiver off, then press the STANDBY/ONConnecting Additional Amplifiers PluggingDisplays & Controls Front PanelTone control buttons Tone button Signal Select button See p.47Multi CH Input See p.40 Channel Select buttonPhones jack Source indicators VSX-37TX onlyInput Selector dial Video Input jacks See p.15Display Remote Control Remote Setup button when Setup mode is selected Master Volume buttonsInput ATT button when USE mode is selected System SET UP button when Setup mode is selectedInitial Set Up On Screen DisplayPress the System Setup button Setting Up for Surround SoundSet the slide switch to Setup Speaker Setting See p.32-33Go on to the next page to continue set up Isnt use the 5´ buttons to select it Digital-In SelectDigital in Select should be selected if it Choose a Digital in and assign it an input´ buttons then press the Enter button Speaker SettingSelect a speaker setting mode with the 2´3 Buttons then press the buttonMenu Setup Menu Tone will be output Select a Test Tone modeChannel Level Previous screen When you have adjusted each speaker levelPress Enter button to return to Select Exit with the 5/ buttons and pressSelect Crossover Network if Select Exit to return to the System Setup MenuCrossover Network Continuing from Channel LEVEL, it willBass Peak Level Select Setting Start Press the Enter buttonThis completes the speaker setup Output the test tone for the LFE channelDynamic Range Control Default setting is OFFIf listening at loud volumes we recommend turning Use the 2 or 3 arrows to choose OFF, MID or MAXChannel Sound Modes Standard modeBasic Playback Home THX Cinema mode Advanced Theater modesStereo mode DSP modesSelecting a Sound Mode CH SELPlaying Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound Playing Stereo Sources Press the STEREO/DIRECT button to select the stereo modeStereo indicator lights on the display Press the Receiver button to turn on the receiverVSX-36TX model Switching Analog and Digital Signal InputEach press switches the signal in the order below Stereo excluding 96 kHz Analog input Each press switches Digital NR on or offReducing Noise During Playback Digital inputEach press switches Midnight Listening mode on or off Listening in Midnight ModeListening the Loudness Mode Press the Midnight buttonAdjusting Bass and Treble Multi Channel in Playback KHz 24 bit PerformancePress the FL Dimmer button Adjusting the Brightness of the DisplayDirect Playback Dual Mono Setting Put the receiver in Standby modeFor Automatic Tuning Using the TunerAutomatic and Manual Tuning For Manual TuningExample Direct Access TuningTo cancel before inputting the frequency Press the Memory button to activate the memory function Memorizing Frequently Used StationsTune in the desired station Press the Class button repeatedly to select a class numberRecalling Memorized Stations Setup Remote Control of Other ComponentsSetting Up the Remote Control to Control Other Components Press the 2´3 buttons to choose Press the Multi Control button forComponent you want to control Function and then press the 5´ buttonsRemote Control of Other Components Learning Commands from Other Remote ControlsPress the Remote Setup button Remote SET UP menu appears on your TV screenPress the button to be programmed Enter Side A/B Using the Remote Control with Other ComponentsSource = MenuEnter TV/VCR VCR & DVD Recorder OperationsChannel -/+ Press to start recording CD-R only CD & CD-R Player OperationsDisc MD Operations Disc DISP/CHARAExit STB satellite tuner OperationsGuide Enter CH Enter TV OperationsChannel -/+ For Digital TVs ÷7÷3÷8÷1 BLUE/GREEN/REDPress to fast forward the tape Cassette Deck OperationsPress to rewind the tape Using Other Functions Recording from Audio ComponentsRecording from Digital Audio Components Recording from Video ComponentsSelect a Multi Control button for this To cancel here, press Remote SetupMulti Operations Multi OperationRepeat steps 4 and 5 to input Multi Mode THX, ADVANCED, StandardStereo by inputting that command for OPERATIONs to the Multi ControlSystem Off Select a component by pressing its Multi Control button Setting Up the Direct FunctionUsing the System Off Button Resetting the Remote Control Remote Back LightErasing Learned Remote Control Commands Erasing All Learned Commands and Preset CodesVideo Select MULTI-ROOM connections Set up exampleMulti-Room Sub room Main roomSelect the Volume Level by using the 2´3 buttons MULTI-ROOM set upPress System Setup on the remote control Also make sure that the TV is on and set to the receiverSelector Press a Function button to select the sub function Using the remote control with the MULTI-ROOM systemPress Volume +/- to adjust the volume Receiver from the sub roomPioneer SR System Operating other Pioneer components Laser disc format Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingDolby Digital Comparison with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundTechno Tidbits & Problem-solving DTSPreset Code List Techno Tidbits & Problem-solvingTroubleshooting Symptom Cause RemedyAnalog DTS Techno Tidbits & Problem-solving EIA ListeningSpecifications Furnished Parts Power cord CautionMaintenance of External Surfaces 0 4 2 1 1 4 0