12Additional information

Symptom

AMP ERR blinks in the display, then the power automatically switches off. The ADVANCED MCACC blinks and the power does not turn on.

Remedy

•The receiver may have a serious problem. Do not try switching the receiver on. Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a Pioneer authorized independent service company.

The blue indicator (at the

• There is a problem with the receiver’s power unit. The receiver may have a

center of the receiver) flashes

serious problem. Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a Pioneer

and power turns off.

authorized independent service company.

 

 

AMP OVERHEAT and the

• Allow the unit to cool down in a well-ventilated place before switching back

blue indicator (at the center

on.

of the receiver) flash and the

• Wait at least 1 minute, then try turning the power on again.

power turns off.

 

 

 

The receiver suddenly power

• The power unit is damaged. Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a

off or PQLS flashes.

Pioneer authorized independent service company.

 

 

No sound

Symptom

Remedy

No sound is output when an

• Check the volume, mute setting (press MUTE) and speaker setting (press

input function is selected.

SPEAKERS).

No sound output from the

• Make sure the correct input function is selected.

front speakers.

• Check that the MCACC setup microphone is disconnected.

 

• Make sure the correct input signal is selected (press SIGNAL SEL). Note that

 

when PCM is selected, you won’t be able to hear any other signal format.

 

• Check that the source component is connected properly (see Connecting

 

your equipment on page 14).

 

• Check that the speakers are connected properly (see Connecting the speakers

 

on page 18).

 

 

No sound from the surround

• Check that the Stereo listening mode or the Front Stage Surround Advance

or center speakers.

mode isn’t selected; select one of the surround listening modes (see Listening

 

in surround sound on page 56).

 

• Check that the surround/center speakers are not set to NO (see Speaker

 

Setting on page 101).

 

• Check the channel level settings (see Channel Level on page 102).

 

• Check the speaker connections (see Connecting the speakers on page 18).

 

 

No sound from surround

• Check that the surround back speakers are set to LARGE or SMALL, and the

back speakers.

surround speakers are not set to NO (see Speaker Setting on page 101).

 

• Check the speaker connections (see Connecting the speakers on page 18).

 

If only one surround back speaker is connected, make sure it’s connected to

 

the left channel speaker terminal.

 

• Surround back speakers will not play while the Speaker System is set to

 

Speaker B and audio is being played through speaker B.

 

 

No sound from front height or

• Check that the front height or front wide speakers are set to LARGE or

front wide speakers.

SMALL, and the surround speakers are not set to NO (see Speaker Setting on

 

page 101).

 

• Check the speaker connections (see Connecting the speakers on page 18).

 

 

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1020 specifications

The Pioneer 1020 is a versatile and robust audio receiver that stands out in the crowded home entertainment market. Launched with a focus on delivering superior sound quality and advanced functionality, the 1020 model exemplifies Pioneer's commitment to providing an immersive audio experience for home theater enthusiasts.

One of the main features of the Pioneer 1020 is its support for high-definition audio formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. These advanced surround sound technologies allow users to enjoy a three-dimensional audio landscape, bringing movies and music to life in ways traditional sound systems often cannot. The receiver comes equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, enabling seamless connectivity with various audio and video sources, including TVs, Blu-ray players, and gaming consoles.

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