DTV Troubleshooting
Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service.
Symptom | Solution(s) |
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DVD/HDTV Receiver | Plug the power cord into a wall power outlet securely. |
does not turn on. |
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Fragmented picture and | Check your antenna input, location, and signal strength. |
unclear sound. |
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No picture. | Make sure the correct video display format is selected. |
| Make sure that the right component type is selected. |
| If DVD/HDTV Receiver is connected to your monitor or TV via the YPbPr port on the |
| back panel, the output connector setting must be set to the YPbPr position (see |
| page 19). Otherwise, you will probably see an abnormal picture. |
| If DVD/HDTV Receiver is connected to your monitor or TV via the RGB port on the |
| back panel, the output connector settting must be set to the RGB position. |
| Otherwise, you may not be able to see a picture. |
| Run EZ Scan and/or use Manual Add if you have not already done so. |
| Check to make sure all the cables are installed correctly and that the proper source |
| is selected on your TV. For example, Video 1 or 2. |
| The antenna signal strength may be low. Check the signal strength and adjust the |
| antenna location and direction. |
| Due to copyright restrictions, you may not be able to view some high definition pro- |
| grams in the high definition format. |
| Check that the receiver's output resolution is compatible with your monitor or TV. |
| For more information about connections, please refer to connections on pages |
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Normal picture but no | Check volume levels. |
sound. | Make sure the TV is not muted. |
| Check that the DVD/HDTV Receiver is connected properly. |
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Picture is distorted. | Make sure the proper format is selected. |
| Make sure the proper aspect ratio is selected. |
| Check that the receiver's output resolution is compatible with your monitor or TV. |
| Make sure the video output is connected to the TV. |
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Available channels are | You can find all the available channels is by running the “EZ Scan” or “EZ Add” in |
missing. | the SETUP menu. |
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You forgot your pass- | Enter the master password “7777”. |
word. |
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The remote control | Use MODE button to select STB operational mode. |
does not work properly. | Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the DVD/HDTV Receiver. |
| Operate the remote control within 23 ft (7 m). |
| Remove any obstacles in IR signal path to the DVD/HDTV Receiver. |
| Replace old, exhausted batteries with new ones. |
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