Sylvania LD155SC8 owner manual Troubleshooting Guide

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5Troubleshooting Guide

If the unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this owner’s manual, check the following chart once before calling for service.

 

Symptom

Remedy

 

No power

• Be sure the power cord is plugged in.

 

 

• If a power failure occurs, unplug the power cord for 30 minutes to allow the unit to

 

 

reset itself.

 

No picture or sound

• Check if the power is on.

 

 

• Check the outlet connection.

 

 

• Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit.

 

 

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

 

• Turn off the power and wait for about 1 minute, then turn it on again.

 

No color

• Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit.

 

 

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

 

• Adjust the “COLOR” in the main menu.

 

Sound OK, picture poor

• Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit.

 

 

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• Electrical interference from nearby appliances may affect picture quality.

 

 

• Adjust “CONTRAST” and “BRIGHTNESS” in the main menu.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Picture distorted

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Weak picture

• Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit.

 

 

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• Adjust “CONTRAST” and “BRIGHTNESS” in the main menu.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Lines or streaks in picture

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

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• Electrical interference from nearby appliances may affect picture quality.

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

 

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Picture blurred

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Ghosts in picture

• Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit.

 

 

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• Electrical interference from nearby appliances may affect picture quality.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Bars on screen

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• Electrical interference from nearby appliances may affect picture quality.

 

Picture rolls vertically

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• Electrical interference from nearby appliances may affect picture quality.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Different color marks on

• Move the unit away from nearby electric appliances. Turn off the power and wait

 

screen

30 minutes before turning it back on.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Poor reception on some

• Check the antenna or cable connection to the main unit.

 

channels

• When the outside antenna is used, check the wire condition and connection.

 

 

• Electrical interference from nearby appliances may affect picture quality.

 

 

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

Picture OK, sound poor

• View other TV channels. The problem might be limited to the broadcasting station.

 

 

 

 

No reception of digital signals

• Make sure auto channel scan has been completed (Refer to “Auto Channel Scan” on

 

 

page 14).

 

 

Auto channel scan must be completed when you set up the unit for the first time

 

 

or move it to a location where previously unavailable channels are broadcast.

 

 

• The selected channel may not be broadcasting.

 

 

• When auto channel scan is interrupted and not completed, some channels will not

 

 

be received. Make sure to complete (Refer to “Auto Channel Scan” on page 14).

INTRODUCTION CONNECTION INITIAL SETTING WATCHING TV OPTIONAL SETTING OPERATING DVD DVD SETTING TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION

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Contents LD155SC8 Important note is located on the rear of the cabinet IntroductionImportant Copyright Information PrecautionsLaser Safety RADIO-TV InterferenceSymbols Used in this Manual Supplied AccessoriesTilt Stand General Specifications ContentsRepeat A-B Playback DTV/TV/CATV FeaturesInstalling the Batteries Remote Control FunctionRear Panel Control PanelAttach this unit to the wall Attaching a Wall Mount Bracket sold separatelyConnection to Cable Box or Satellite Box ConnectionBasic Connection Antenna Cable ConnectionComponent Video Cable Connection External Device ConnectionVideo Cable Connection Digital Audio Output Connection Video ConnectionScanning and memorizing the channels automatically start Initial SettingInitial Setup Make sure if the unit is connected to antenna or cableAuto Channel Scan Main MenuLanguage Selection Press Setup to exitEnglish Español Français Watching TV Volume AdjustmentChannel Selection SAP Switching Each ModeSwitching Audio Mode MainProgram Guide Screen InformationPress Display Broadcasting InformationLetterbox TV Screen Display ModeSleep Timer To Cancel the Sleep TimerBrightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Optional SettingPicture Adjustment Channel Add/DeleteOFF CAPTION1 CAPTION2 TEXT1 TEXT2 Press Setup to display the main menuCaption Mode CAPTION1 and TEXT1 Closed CaptionEnter 5DTV Closed CaptionBack Light Setting Chip Color TemperatureYou can adjust color temperature of the TV screen Change PasswordUse Cursor K/L to select TV RATING, then press TV RatingTo Set the Sub Ratings Use Cursor K/L to select Mpaa RATING, then press Change PasswordEnter password again in Confirm PASSWORD. space Mpaa RatingAny other discs without compatibility indications Operating DVDDVD Functions Playable Media Unplayable MediaPause PlaybackDVD Menu Resume Playback5Zoom Step-by-step PlaybackFast Forward / Fast Reverse Slow Forward / Slow ReverseSearch Functions During playback, press Mode repeatedly until appearsChapter / Title Search 5Repeat A-B Playback Time SearchDirect Search 5Repeat PlaybackPress Play B to start random playback Stop mode, press Mode repeatedly until Random menu appearsProgrammed Playback Random PlaybackIntroduction On-screen DisplayCamera Angles Special SettingsSubtitle Language Audio LanguageVirtual Surround Black Level SettingStereo Sound Mode Use Cursor K/ L to adjust the black levelTo set a marker Marker SetupDefault Original Select the desired audio language DVD SettingDVD Language Setting Stop mode, press Setup to display TV SetupUse Cursor K/L to select DISPLAY, then press Display SettingUse Cursor K/L to select DVD SETUP, then press Use Cursor K/L to select CUSTOM, then pressUse Cursor K/L to select AUDIO, then press DVD Audio SettingUse the Number buttons to enter the 4-digit Parental SettingUse Cursor K/L to select PARENTAL, then press Parental LevelYou can change the other functions OthersUse Cursor K/L to select OTHERS, then press Use Cursor K/L to select YES, then press Enter Reset to the Default SettingLanguage Code List Use Cursor K/L to select INITIALIZE, then pressTroubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Ntsc MaintenanceGlossary AtscInformation General SpecificationsElectrical Specification Other SpecificationsMemo Limited Warranty
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