Additional Information; Troubleshooting - Pioneer X-SMC3-K Operating Instructions Manual

Additional information

Chapter 13:
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.
General problem
Problem
Settings you have made have
been cleared.
Difference in volume
between MP3, WMA, iPod/
iPhone and Tuner.
This unit cannot be operated
with the remote control.
Picture is stretched, or
aspect ratio cannot be
switched on TV.
The unit automatically turns
off or the demonstration
screen automatically starts.
When an iPod/iPhone is connected
Problem
Can't operate the iPod/
iPhone.
Check
Was the power cord unplugged
forcibly while this unit's power was
on?
This is not a problem with this unit.
Are you operating from far away?
Is the remote control sensor exposed
to direct sunlight or strong artificial
light from a fluorescent bulb, etc.?
Are the batteries dead?
Is the aspect ratio properly set on the
connected TV?
Is Auto mode select set to Power
Save mode or Demo Mode?
Check
Remedy
Be sure to press STANDBY/ON on this unit's top panel or press
STANDBY/ON on the remote control and wait for the POWER ON
indicator on the front panel display to turn off before unplugging
the power cord.
The volume may sound differently depending on the input source
and recording format.
Operate from within a distance of Operate within 7 m (23 ft.), 30° of
the remote sensor on the front panel (page 6).
The remote control signals may not be received properly if the
remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong
artificial light from a fluorescent bulb, etc.
Replace the batteries (page 6).
Refer to the TV's operating instructions and set the TV's aspect ratio
properly.
Change the setting of Auto mode select to Off (page 29).
Remedy
Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected correctly (refer to
Connecting your iPod/iPhone on page 15).
Also, try disconnecting the iPod/iPhone then reconnecting it.
If the iPod/iPhone is experiencing a hangup, try resetting the iPod/
iPhone, and reconnect it to the unit.
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