Other Information
No sound, picture okay
•Maybe the sound is muted. Try pressing the volume up button to restore sound.
•If using
Can’t select certain channel
•Channel may be blocked or not approved through the
•If using a VCR, check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).
Noisy stereo reception
•May be a weak station. Access the SOUND menu, highlight Sound Type and then choose Mono.
No picture, no sound but TV is on
•Maybe the signal type is set wrong. Go to page 20 for detailed instructions.
•The channel might be blank — change channels.
•If you’re watching your VCR and it’s connected with coaxial cable to the TV ANT jack, tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is selected on the 3/4 switch on the back of your VCR). Also check to make sure the TV/VCR button on the VCR is in the correct mode (press the TV/VCR button on your VCR).
Sound okay, picture poor
•Check antenna connections. Make sure all of the cables are firmly connected to the jacks.
•Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 19 for more instructions.
Black box appears on the screen
•Closed caption might be on. Check Closed Caption in the SETUP menu. Go to page 20 for more instructions.
The Remote Control Doesn’t Work
•Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path.
•Maybe you are trying to operate a component that isn’t a compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan brand.
•Maybe the remote isn’t aimed directly at the component (DVD, TV, VCR) that you’re trying to operate.
•Maybe remote is not in TV Mode. Press the TV button so remote will control TV.
•Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead, or installed incorrectly. Put new batteries in the remote.
•You might need to reset the remote: remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds. Release the 1 button, replace the batteries.
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