FUNAI WV20D5 owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Corrective Action

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner’s Manual, check the unit, con- sulting the following checklist.

PROBLEM

CORRECTIVE ACTION

No power

Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.

 

Make sure the power is turned on.

No operation by infrared remote

Check if the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.

control

Check the batteries in the remote control.

 

Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor. If necessary,

 

remove all the obstacles between the sensor and the remote control.

 

You have to be within 23 feet of the unit.

 

Check if the correct mode is selected. If not switch the mode by

 

pressing [SELECT], whichever you need.

 

 

TV Mode

Sometimes a performance problem can be easily solved by checking seemingly apparent but often overlooked possibilities. Before arranging for service, check these items. It could save your time and money.

PROBLEM

CORRECTIVE ACTION

No picture or sound

Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet.

 

Check antenna connection.

 

Press [SELECT] to select TV mode.

 

Then try other TV feature.

 

Let the unit program its tuner memory.

No picture or poor picture on the

Adjust direction or replace antenna.

unit

Adjust picture controls.

 

Check for broken pin of the antenna cable.

No sound or poor sound

Adjust volume control on remote control or main unit.

 

Press [MUTE] to restore sound.

Bars On Screen

If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.

 

Check for local interference.

Picture Distorted or Blurred

Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.

 

If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.

Picture Rolls Vertically

Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.

Lines or Streaks in Picture

If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.

 

Check for local interference.

No Color

Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.

 

Is antenna connected to jack on the back of the set?

 

If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.

 

Adjust “COLOR” control.

Poor Reception on Some Channels

Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.

Ghosts in Picture

Is antenna connected to jack on the back of the set?

 

If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.

 

Check for local interference.

Weak Picture

Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.

 

Is antenna connected to jack on the back of the set?

 

If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.

 

Adjust “CONTRAST” & “BRIGHT” control.

Sound OK, Picture Poor

Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.

 

Is antenna connected to jack on the back of the set?

 

If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.

 

Check for local interference.

 

Adjust “CONTRAST” & “BRIGHT” control.

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Contents OWNER’S Manual Important Safeguards S2 8 9 8 a Laser Safety PrecautionsImportant Copyright Information RADIO-TV InterferenceSymbols Used in this Manual Supplied AccessoriesLocationwarning Avoid the Hazards Electrical Shock and FireTable of Contents TV Mode FeaturesOperating Controls and Functions Remote Control FigRear Panel ANTENNA/CABLE Connections Preparation for USEConnecting to a Stereo Amplifier Equipped with Connecting to Front A/V Input JacksInstalling the Batteries Connecting to a Dolby Digital Decoder for DVDWatching a TV Program TV Operation and SettingsDegaussing Picture ControlTo Cancel the Sleep Timer Sleep TimerTo Cancel the Closed Caption System Closed Caption SystemAuto Channel Programming Channel SET UPADDING/DELETING Channels EnterChip SET UP Chip SET UPTV Rating SET UP TV-Y7Menu Language Mpaa Rating SET UPChange Access Code Cable Channel Designations Unplayable Discs Playable DiscsDisc Menu Basic Playback General FeaturesTitle Menu Calling UP a Menu Screen During PlaybackPause ResumeStep by Step Playback Fast Forward Fast ReverseSearch Function Marker Setup ScreenTrack Search Time Search Title / Chapter SearchRandom Playback Special Playback FunctionRepeatprogram Subtitle Language Stereo Sound Mode Changing the SettingsBlack Level Setting Camera AngleVirtual Surround ON-SCREEN InformationCustom Menu Changing the DVD SET UP ItemsLanguage Setting Quick Display SettingAudio Setting Parental Control Other SettingsInitialize Problem Corrective Action Troubleshooting GuideClosed Caption Problem Possible Remedy DVD Mode Cabinet Cleaning MaintenanceDisc Handling ServicingGeneral Specifications SpecificationsElectrical Specifications Other SpecificationsControles DE Operación Y Funciones IndiceNota Preparación Para LA UtilizaciónNotas Conexión a UN Decodificador DolbyPara Insertar LAS Pilas Idioma DEL Menú Para Mirar UN Programa DE TVPara VER Canales DE Cable O Satelite Para VER UNA Entrada ExternaReanudación Reproducción BásicaMenú DE Disco Memo Duration Limited Warranty

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