Additional information
Problem
Sound Demo shows in
the display and the unit
can't be controlled.
Timer indicator is
blinking and the
system will not switch
on.
DVD/CD/Video CD player
Problem
The disc is ejected
automatically after
loading.
Playback is not
possible.
Picture playback stops
and the operation
buttons cannot be
used.
Settings are canceled. • When the power is cut due to power failure or by unplugging the power
No picture/No color.
Screen is stretched or
aspect does not
change.
When recorded on a
VCR or passed through
an AV selector, there is
disturbance in the
playback picture.
Remedy
• Press and hold
(stop) on the front panel for about five seconds. The disc
tray ejects automatically to indicate the Sound Demo mode is disabled.
• Unplug the unit, then plug back in. Wait for one minute then switch on.
• Make sure the fan at the rear of the unit is not being blocked.
• Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
• Make sure the voltage of the mains power source is correct for the model.
• If the problem persists, take it to your nearest Pioneer
authorized service center or your dealer for servicing.
Remedy
• Clean the disc.
• Align the disc properly in the disc guide.
• If the region number on a DVD-video disc does not match the number on
the player, the disc cannot be used (see DVD Video regions on page 67).
• The system Parental Lock level is set to a level lower than the disc you are
trying to play. See Parental Lock on page 57 to change it.
• Allow time for any condensation inside the player to evaporate. Avoid using
the player near an air-conditioning unit.
• If the disc is loaded upside down, reload the disc with the label side face
up.
• Press
(stop), then
• Switch the power off once, then on again using the front panel
STANDBY/ON
button.
cable, settings will be canceled.
• Check that connections are correct and that plugs are inserted fully.
• Check the instruction manual of the TV/monitor to make sure the TV/
monitor settings are incorrect.
• The TV Screen setting is incorrect. Set the TV Screen option to match the
TV/monitor you're using (see Video Output settings on page 55).
• This system uses copy-protection technology which may prevent recording
or cause picture problems when connected through a VCR or AV selector.
This is not a malfunction.
(play) to start playback again.
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