Philips MS3250C99 manual TV Displays Wrong Channel or No Channels Above, Troubleshooting Tips

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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

Please make these simple checks before calling for

service. These tips can save you time and money since charges for TV installation and adjustment of customer controls are not cov- ered under your warranty.

No Power

No Picture

No Sound

Unusual Screen

Coloring

Remote Does Not Work

TV Displays Wrong

Channel or No

Channels Above 13

CAUTION: A video source (such as a video game, Compact Disc Interactive - CDI, or TV information channel) which shows a constant non-moving pattern on the TV screen, can cause picture tube damage. When your TV is continuously used with such a source the pattern of the non-moving portion of the game could leave an image permanently on the picture tube. When not in use, turn the video source OFF. Regularly alternate the use of such video sources with normal TV viewing.

•Check the TV power cord. Unplug the TV, wait 10 seconds, then reinsert plug into outlet and push POWER button again.

•Check that outlet is not on a wall switch. Be sure fuse is not blown on AC Power strip.

•Check antenna connections. Are they properly secured to the TV's 75Ω plug?

•Check the TUNER MODE control for CABLE or ANTENNA setting.

•Check Audio/Video Input jack connections if using a VCR or other external device.

•Check the VOLUME buttons.

•Check the MUTE button on the remote control.

•Check Audio/Video Input jack connections if using a VCR or other external device.

•Turn the TV OFF for several seconds, then power the set back ON.

•Unplug the TV for FIVE minutes. Plug the TV back into the AC outlet and power the TV ON. This should correct the problem.

•Check the Picture menu options for proper control settings.

•Pressthe Auto Picture button on the remote to change the color options. If the color resets itself, readjust the Picture menu option control.

•Check batteries. Replace with AA Heavy Duty (Zinc Chloride) or Alkaline batteries if necessary.

•Clean the remote and the remote sensor window on the TV.

•Check the TV power cord. Unplug the TV, wait 10 seconds, then reinsert plug into outlet and push POWER button again. Be sure fuse is not blown on AC Power strip.

•Check to be sure TV outlet is not on a wall switch.

•Repeat channel selection.

•Add desired channel numbers (CHANNEL control) into TV memory.

•Check to be sure the TUNER MODE control is set to the CABLE option.

Cleaning and Care

•To avoid possible shock hazard be sure the TV is unplugged from the electrical outlet before cleaning.

•When cleaning the TV screen take care not to scratch or damage the screen surface (avoid wearing jewelry or using anything abrasive). Wipe the front screen with a clean cloth dampened with water. Use even, easy, vertical strokes when cleaning.

•Gently wipe the cabinet surfaces with a clean cloth or sponge dampened in a solution of cool clear water. Use a clean dry cloth to dry the wiped surfaces.

•Never use thinners, insecticide sprays, or other chemicals on or near the cabinet, as they might cause permanent marring of the cabinet finish.

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Contents Color Television Warranty Verification Important Safety Instructions Table of Contents HOW to USE the Picture Adjustment Controls Press the Menu button onPress Cursor UP or Down Press the Cursor Right Or the Cursor Left ButtonsHOW to USE the DNR Noise Reduction Control HOW to USE the Contrast + Black Stretch Control Button turn the Contrast + featurePress the Cursor UP Or CUR SOR Down button until the wordHOW to Adjust the Bass , Treble , Balance Controls Press the Cursor UP Or CUR SOR Down button until the wordWords TREBLE, Bass or Balance Or LeftHOW to USE the AVL Automatic Volume Leveler Control Press the Cursor UP Or CUR SOR Down button until the wordButton to set the Incredible Surround INCR. Surround widensSetting the TV for SAP Secondary Audio Programs Press the Cursor UP or Cursor Down button to scrollSetting the TV to Receive Stereo Programming HOW to USE the Timer Controls Press the Clock button onOver the next few pages you’ll learn how to block channels Understanding the Autolock ControlsSetting UP the Autolock Access Code HOW to Block Channels Enter your Access Code toView a tuned channel that is Blocked with Block ChannelHOW to Clear ALL Blocked Channels AT the Same Time HOW to Block ALL Channels AT the Same Time Blocking Programming Based on Movie Ratings Each Movie Rating canBe turned on or OFF Blocking Programming Based on TV Ratings Using the Autolock Blocking Options Or Left But Tons on the remoteHOW to USE the Closed Caption Control Using the AUDIO/VIDEO Input Jacks Using the AUDIO/VIDEO Monitor Output Jacks Connect one end of the S-VIDEO Connect other end of the SPress the Play Button Press the Sleep button on Press the Sleep button repeatedlySetting the Auto Picture Control Press the Auto Picture buttonSetting the Auto Sound Control Press the Auto Sound button onPress the Auto Sound button Using the Surf Button and the Alternate Channel Button How to select Surf channels Press the Surf button onPress the Channel + or To remove a channel from the Surf listPoint the remote control at Remote control number for yourRemote USE with Acessory Devices Direct Method Place the TV/VCR/ACCPress the VCR Record Press the SmartSound buttonEnter the THREE-DIGIT Point the remote atRemote USE with Accessory Devices Search Method Press the Power button onPlace the TV/VCR/ACC Remote Control Direct Entry Codes Remote VCR Code noRemote Dvdcode no Using the REMOTE’S VCR Buttons Rewind ButtonTroubleshooting Tips TV Displays Wrong Channel or No Channels AboveGlossary to Television Terms IndexRenewed
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