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Troubleshooting
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Incorrect operation is often mistaken for trouble or malfunction. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points
below and the [
FAQ
] for the [
PLX-500
] on the Pioneer DJ support site.
http://pioneerdj.com/support/
Sometimes the problem may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the problem cannot
be rectified, ask your nearest service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.
!
This unit may not operate properly due to static electricity or other external influences. In this case, proper operation may be restored by turning the
power off, waiting 1 minute, then turning the power back on.
Problem
Check
Remedy
The power is not turned on.
Is the power cord properly connected?
Properly connect the included power cord to a power outlet.
Is the [
POWER
] switch for power supply set to
[
ON
]?
Set the [
POWER
] switch for power supply to [
ON
].
No sound or small sound.
Are the audio cables properly connected?
Connect the audio cables properly.
Are the terminals and plugs dirty?
Clean the terminals and plugs before making connections.
Is the headshell attached properly?
Attach the headshell property.
The left and right sound are reversed.
Are the left and right connections for each piece of
equipment reversed?
Correctly connect the audio cable and the lead wires of headshell part.
There is a low hum sound (humming
or buzzing sound) during playback.
Is there an electric device such as a fluorescent
lamp or its power cord near the connection cord?
Place the power cord of the fluorescent lamp or other device as far away as
possible.
The stylus tip does not come down on
the record.
Is the stylus pressure adjusted property?
Match the balance weight to the appropriate stylus pressure value for your
cartridge.
Is the arm horizontally balanced?
Turn the balance weight until the tone arm becomes horizontal state.
Stylus jumping occurs.
Is the stylus pressure adjusted property?
Match the balance weight to the appropriate stylus pressure value for your
cartridge.
Is the record warped or does it have scratches?
Check the condition of the record.
Does the stylus tip have a lot of dust on it?
Remove the shell with cartridge and use a soft tip brush or writing brush to care-
fully remove dust, etc. from the stylus tip.
Is anti-skating adjusted correctly?
Adjust anti-skating correctly.
Is the arm height adjusted correctly?
Adjust the arm height correctly.
The arm stops along the way and does
not go ahead.
Does the record have scratches?
Check the condition of the record.
Is the arm coming into contact with something?
Check around the arm. If there is an obstacle, remove it.
Sound volume is low or loud
(distorted).
Is the connection to the amplifier appropriate for
the cartridge type (output)?
Connect the connection cables properly.
Is the setting of the [
PHONO/LINE
] switch correct? Set the [
PHONO/LINE
] switch correctly according to the input terminal of the
connected device.
The rotating turntable shakes a lot.
Dirt, etc. is adhered to the attachment parts of the
turntable and center spindle.
Remove the dirt.
Cautions on use
About condensation
Water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit (on operating
parts and lenses) in the winter, for example, if the unit is moved from a
cold place into a warm room or if the temperature in the room in which
the unit is installed rises suddenly (through heating, etc.). The unit will
not operate properly and will not be playable with condensation inside.
Let the unit stand for 1 to 2 hours at room temperature (though this
time depends on the conditions of the condensation) without turning on
the power. The water droplets will evaporate and the unit will become
playable. Condensation can occur in the summer as well if the unit is
exposed to the direct wind from an air-conditioner, etc. If this happens,
move the unit to a different location.
When transporting the unit to another
location
Use the original packing materials to pack the unit.
If the original packing materials are not available, be sure to perform the
following.
!
Detach the slip mat and turntable before packing.
!
Detach the headshell and balance weight from the arm and pack
carefully.
!
Use the arm clamper to secure the tone arm and use tape to secure
it so that it does not move.
!
Wrap the main unit in a blanket or soft paper so that it will not be
damaged.
!
Pack so that a force will not be applied to the tone arm.
Maintenance of each part
When attaching and detaching the headshell, turn off the power of the
amplifier.
If you attempt to do so while the volume is loud, the speaker could be
damaged.
!
Remove the shell with cartridge and use a soft tip brush or writing
brush to carefully remove dust, etc. from the stylus tip.
!
Use a good quality record cleaner to clean records.
!
Use a soft cloth or something similar to clean the headshell terminal
and then reattach it to the tone arm.
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