Additional Information; Troubleshooting; Power - Pioneer VSX-LX60 Operating Instructions Manual

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Additional information

Chapter 14:
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 independent service company to carry out repair work.

Power

Symptom
The power does not turn on.
The receiver suddenly switches
off or the Phase Control indicator
blinks.
During loud playback the power
suddenly switches off.
The unit does not respond when
the buttons are pressed.
AMP ERR blinks in the display,
then the power automatically
switches off. The MCACC blinks
and the power does not turn on.
FAN STOP blinks in the display,
then the power automatically
switches off.
OVERHEAT blinks in the display
then the power automatically
switches off.
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Remedy
• Make sure that the power cable is plugged in to an active power outlet.
• Try disconnecting from the power outlet, then plugging back in.
• Check that there are no loose strands of speaker wire touching the rear panel or another set of wires. If
so, re-attach the speaker wires, making sure there are no stray strands.
• The receiver may have a serious problem. Disconnect from the power and call a Pioneer authorized
independent service company.
• Turn down the volume.
• Lower the 63 Hz and 125 Hz equalizer levels in the Manual MCACC setup on page 42.
• Switch on the digital safety feature. While holding down the SETUP button on the front panel, press 
STANDBY/ON to set this receiver to the standby mode. Use / to select D.SAFETY, and then use /
to select D.SAFETY 1 or D.SAFETY 2 (select D.SAFETY OFF to deactivate this feature). If the power switches
off even with D.SAFETY 2 switched on, turn down the volume. With D.SAFETY 1 or D.SAFETY 2 on, some
features may be unavailable.
• Try switching the receiver off then back on again.
• Try disconnecting the power cable, then connect again.
• The receiver may have a serious problem. Do not try switching the receiver on. Contact a Pioneer
authorized independent service company for help.
• Something is obstructing the fan. Remove the obstruction and try switching the receiver back on. If the
fan is still not working, or you can't remove the object, unplug the receiver from the wall and call a Pioneer
authorized independent service company.
• The fan is malfunctioning. Unplug the receiver from the wall and call a Pioneer authorized independent
service company.
• Allow the unit to cool down in a well-ventilated place before switching back on.