General problems, Problem Possible Solution | Pioneer PRO-1000HDI

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General problems

	Problem	Possible Solution

•	No power	• Is the power cord disconnected? (page 16)
		• Has the main power switch been switched on? (page 7)
•	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.

•	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)
•	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)

•	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.

•	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

•	The screen is displayed in a	•	Check the input signal compatibility chart (pages 39 – 41).
	small size.	•	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	•	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.
•	Bright portions of image	•	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).

•	Speckles or noise appears on	•	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..

•	Stripes appear on the screen.	•	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.
		•	A strong electromagnetic field may cause picture distortion and similar problems.
•	Sound is heard from inside	•	Normal sound of the cooling fan and internal sliding parts of the plasma display panel. Not a
	the unit.		malfunction.
•	Fan isn’t moving	•	Fan is set to operate only after ambient temperature exceeds 35 °C (95 °F)(differs depending on
			installation conditions). Not a malfunction.
•	Fan speed changes.	•	Fan speed changes automatically in accordance with ambient conditions. Not a malfunction.

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

Contents

PRO-1000HDIPRO-800HDI Safety Precautions Wash hands after handling Safety Precautions NEC Section Iii Contents How to Use This Manual Before ProceedingAbout operations in this manual Screen Displays Remote control unit Cleaning cloth for wiping front panel÷ Warranty AA R6 batteries x Part Names and Functions Main UnitMain unit Operation panel on the main unit Inserting 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 jack Installation and Connections Installation of the Unit About the Input Connectors on this UnitConnection to INPUT1 and INPUT2 Connection to AV components Connection of G on Sync analog RGB source Connection of composite Sync analog RGB Source When connecting to Output INPUT1 Connection to a personal computerConnection of separate Sync analog RGB Source To an external monitor 75Ω Ô2.kΩ2 Connection to INPUT3 Connection to INPUT4Connection to INPUT5 AV component Connecting the speakers About DTV Set Top Box ConnectionAudio Connections Making connections to the audio inputs on this unit Audio connection for component connected to INPUT3 Power Cord Connection Control Cord Connection How to Route Cables To attach the speed clamps to the main unitTo remove speed clamps Illustration depicts PRO-1000HDImodel Setting Up the System Setting the Screen Mode/Input Signal FormatSetup after Connection INPUT1 When inputting a computer signal Clamp Position setup Setup of Clamp Position Press 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 Select Press STANDBY/ON to put this unit in the operation mode OperationsSelecting an Input Source Before you begin, make sure you have To 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 downward Area 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 cases Adjusting 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.POSITION Other Operations Rewriting the Input DisplayPress SET to select Input Label Press Menu to return to the normal display screen Reducing 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 Motion Power Control Function Viewing in a Bright Location Factory default setting is OFF. Each time SET is Audio Output Audio OUTPress 5/∞ to select Auto Function Press SET to select Input 1 or Input Cleaning TroubleshootingAbout the self diagnosis mode Additional Information Problems commonly mistaken as breakdown General problemsProblem Possible Solution STANDBY/ON indicator About the plasma panel’sProtection function Panel sticking and after-image lag Specifications AccessoriesGeneral PRO-1000HDI General PRO-800HDI PC signal compatibilty table INPUT1, INPUT2 Supplement 1 -1/2 PRO-1000HDINot available Refresh rate Screen size Dot x line Remarks Refresh 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 ratio Additional Information TSZZF/03I00000