Pioneer SX-20DAB User Manual download pdf (Page 14)

05 Additional information

Chapter 5:

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. • Is the power plug disconnected from the power outlet? Connect the power plug

correctly to its outlet (page 6).

• Is the power cord disconnected from the AC IN connector? Connect the power cord

correctly (page 6).

Power turns off. • Is the Auto Power Down function turned ON? If you do not want the power to turn off

automatically, disable the Auto Power Down function (page 13).

• There is a possibly that the speaker cord’s exposed wire is in contact with the rear

panel or another exposed wire, triggering the protection circuit. Firmly retwist the

speaker’s exposed wire and connect it ensuring that it isn’t sticking out from the

unit or the speaker terminal on the speaker.

• The temperature within the unit has exceeded the allowable value. Try moving the

unit for better ventilation (page 3).

• Lower the volume level.

• After about a minute (you won’t be able to switch the unit on during this time),

switch the receiver back on. If the message persists, call a Pioneer authorized

independent service company.

TEMP

shows in the display and the

volume level drops.

• The temperature within the unit has exceeded the allowable value. Try moving the

unit for better ventilation (page 3).

• Lower the volume level.

No sound is output when a function is

selected.

• A connection cable is disconnected or connected improperly. Check your

connections (page 5).

• Connectors or pin plugs on a cable are dirty. Wipe off any dirt from connectors and

pin plugs.

• Confirm that the unit’s input selector is set to the desired playback component. Set

selector correctly (page 9).

•Press

MUTE

on the remote control to turn muting off (page 8).

No sound from one speaker. • Are the connection cables or speaker cables disconnected on one side? Reconnect

securely (page 5).

Considerable noise in radio

broadcasts.

• Connect the antenna (page 6) and adjust the position for best reception.

• Route any loose cables away from the antenna terminals and wires.

• Fully extend the FM/DAB wire antenna, position for best reception, and secure to a

wall (or connect an outdoor FM/DAB antenna).

• Turn off equipment causing interference or move it away from the receiver (or move

antennas farther away from equipment causing noise).

Cleaning the unit

• Use a polishing cloth or dry cloth to wipe off dust

and dirt.

• When the surface is dirty, wipe with a soft cloth

dipped in some neutral cleanser diluted five or six

times with water, and wrung out well, and then

wipe again with a dry cloth. Do not use furniture

wax or cleansers.

• Never use thinners, benzine, insecticide sprays or

other chemicals on or near this unit, since these

will corrode the surface.

Broadcast stations cannot be selected

automatically.

• Connect an outdoor antenna (page 6).

Noise during playback of a cassette

deck.

• Move the cassette deck away from your receiver, until the noise disappears.

The display is dark or off. • Press

DIMMER

on the remote control repeatedly to return to the default.

• The front panel display is automatically turned off when the Tone Direct mode is set

TONE DIRECT

(ON). To see the display, press

TONE DIRECT

and set the function

TONE CONTROL

(OFF).

Can’t operate the remote control. • Replace the battery (page 4).

• Operate within 7 m, 30° of the remote sensor on the front panel (page 4).

• Remove the obstacle or operate from another position.

• Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light.

• Is the control cord for one component connected improperly? Confirm correct

connections (page 5).

Problem Remedy

1 ... 13 14 15 16

Comments to this Manuals

No comments

Pioneer SX-20DAB User Manual Page 14

Comments to this Manuals

Related products and manuals for Receiver Pioneer SX-20DAB