Additional Information; Troubleshooting - Pioneer VSX-609RDS Operating Instructions Manual

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.
Symptom
The power does not
turn ON.
The unit does not re-
spond when the but-
tons are pressed.
No sound is output
when a function is
selected.
No image is output
when a function is
selected.
Considerable noise in
radio broadcasts.
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Cause
• The power plug is disconnected.
• Main power button is OFF (—).
• The protection circuit may have
been activated.
• Static electricity caused by dry air.
• Improper connections.
• Sound is muted.
• The volume is turned down.
• The MONITOR is ON.
• Speakers are turned OFF.
• Improper connections.
• The input source is not properly
selected.
• Incorrect frequency.
• The antenna is not connected.
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• RF and/or digital cables are
near the antenna terminals and
wires.
FM broadcasts
• The FM antenna is not fully
extended or is poorly positioned.
• Weak radio signals.
AM broadcasts
• The AM antenna is poorly
positioned.
• Weak radio signals.
• Interference cause by other
equipment (fluorescent lamp,
motor, etc.).
Remedy
• Connect the power plug to the wall
outlet.
• Set the Main power button to ON (_).
• Disconnect the power plug from the
outlet, and insert again.
• Disconnect the power plug from the
outlet, and insert again.
• Make sure the component is connected
correctly (refer to pages 7 to 14).
• Press MUTING on the remote control.
• Adjust MASTER VOLUME.
• Press the MONITOR button.
• Press SPEAKERS to select the speakers
you connected.
• Make sure the component is connected
correctly (refer to page 8).
• Press the correct function button.
• Tune in the correct frequency.
• Connect the antenna (refer to page 12).
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• Route RF and digital cables away
from the antenna terminals and wires.
• Fully extend the FM wire antenna, po-
sition for best reception, and secure to
a wall.
• Connect an outdoor FM antenna (refer
to page 12).
• Adjust the direction and position for
best reception.
• Connect an additional internal or external
AM antenna (refer to page 12).
• Turn off the equipment causing the
noise or move it away from the receiver.
• Place the antenna farther away from the
equipment causing the noise.