Pioneer A-35R Owner's Manual - Page 12

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 Cause Remedy No power supplied to unit. ÷ Power plug is disconnected from outlet. ÷ The amplifier's power plug has been plugged into another component power outlet (e.g. timer, etc.) but power to that unit is disconnected. ÷ The AC INLET plug is disconnected. ÷ Insert plug securely into outlet. ÷ Turn on power to other component. ÷ Insert the AC INLET plug securely till the bottom of the jack. No sound. ÷ Connecting cords are disconnected from terminals, or connected incorrectly. ÷ Terminals, or connecting cords pin plugs are dirty. ÷ The TAPE2 MONITOR button is set to ON (except when using an adaptor component). ÷ Operation of other components is incorrect. ÷ The position of the INPUT SELECTOR does not match the component to be played back. ÷ Both SPEAKERS selector buttons are set to OFF. ÷ Connect securely. ÷ Clean terminals and plugs. ÷ Set the TAPE2 MONITOR button to OFF. ÷ Consult the operating instructions for the other components. ÷ Set the button correctly (CD, TUNER, PHONO,LINE/SB,TAPE1/CD-R/MD). ÷ Set one button or both buttons to ON. No sound from one speaker. ÷ Connecting cords or speaker cords are ÷ Connect securely. disconnected on that side. ÷ BALANCE control is set to one side. ÷ Set BALANCE control to center position. Cannot record tapes. ÷ Connections are incorrect. ÷ Operation of cassette deck is incorrect. ÷ The TAPE2 MONITOR button is set to ON. ÷ Reconnect properly. ÷ Consult the operating instructions for the cassette deck. ÷ Set the TAPE2 MONITOR button to OFF. Cannot perform tape copying. ÷ The position of the INPUT SELECTOR knob and TAPE2 MONITOR button are incorrect (when using 2 cassette decks). ÷ Operation of cassette decks is incorrect. ÷ Set buttons correctly (See section COPYING TAPES). ÷ Consult the operating instructions for the cassette decks. The remote control unit does not work. (Other components cannot be operated.) ÷ Batteries are dead or no batteries in remote control unit. ÷ The remote control sensor is not receiving any signals. ÷ The remote control cord is not connected correctly. ÷ A fluorescent light is shining on the remote sensor window. ÷ SB MODE is set to ON. ÷ Insert new batteries (see page 6). ÷ Operate the remote control unit within a range of 7 meters and an angle of 30 degrees (refer to page 6). ÷ Connect correctly (see page 6). ÷ Move so fluorescent light does not shine directly on amplifier's front panel remote sensor window. ÷ Switch it OFF (see page 8). ÷ Abnormal functioning of this unit may be caused by static electricity, or other external interference. To restore normal operation, turn the power off and then on again, or unplug the AC power cord and then plug it in again. 12 En