11Additional information
Chapter 11:
Additional information
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.
•If the unit does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity disconnect the power plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions.
Problem | Remedy |
The power does not turn on. | • Disconnect the power plug from the outlet, and insert again. |
| • Make sure there are no loose strands of speaker wire touching the |
| rear panel. This could cause the receiver to shut off automatically. |
| • If the power shuts off automatically, take the unit to your nearest |
| Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing. |
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No sound is output when a | • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to |
function is selected. | Connecting up on page 10). |
| • Press MUTE on the remote control to turn muting off. |
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No image is output when a | • Make sure the component is connected correctly (refer to |
function is selected. | Connecting up on page 10). |
| • Select the correct component (use the input select buttons). |
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Considerable noise in radio | • Connect the antenna (page 15) and adjust the position for best |
broadcasts. | reception. |
| • Route any loose cables away from the antenna terminals and wires. |
| • Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best reception, and |
| secure to a wall (or connect an outdoor FM antenna). |
| • Connect an additional internal or external AM antenna (page 15). |
| • Turn off equipment causing interference or move it away from the |
| receiver (or move antennas farther away from equipment causing |
| noise). |
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Broadcast stations cannot be | • Connect an outdoor antenna (refer to page 15). |
selected automatically. |
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No sound from surround or | • Connect the speakers properly (refer to page 16). |
center speakers. | • Refer to Speaker setting on page 35 to check the speaker settings. |
| • Refer to Channel level on page 36 to check the speaker levels. |
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