Pioneer SX-20-S - Manual (Page 13)

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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 12).
• 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 7).
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 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 6).
• Turn off equipment causing interference or move it away from the receiver (or move
antennas farther away from equipment causing noise).
Broadcast stations cannot be selected
automatically.
• Connect an outdoor antenna (page 6).
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.
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
to DIR (ON). To see the display, press TONE DIRECT and set the function to CTRL
(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