If your TV screen appears fuzzy or black:

ÂMake sure you’re using the correct video cables (see page 12) and that they are connected firmly to Apple TV and to your TV.

ÂMake sure the input setting you’ve selected on your TV matches the input you have your video cables connected to. See the documentation that came with your TV for more information.

If your TV screen still appears fuzzy or black, you may need to select a video mode your TV supports.

To select a video mode:

1Press and hold both » and on the Apple Remote for about 6 seconds. Apple TV cycles through display resolutions.

2When Apple TV reaches an acceptable display resolution and “If you can see the Apple logo, select OK” appears on your TV screen, press .

If you can see a picture but Apple TV isn’t responding:

ÂPress and hold » on the Apple Remote to return to the Apple TV main menu.

ÂReset Apple TV by unplugging it from the power outlet, waiting about five seconds, and plugging it in again. You can also press and hold both » and D on the Apple Remote for about 6 seconds to reset Apple TV. Your movies and other content will remain on Apple TV.

ÂMake sure your TV is turned on and functioning correctly. See the documentation that came with your TV for more information.

ÂIf you paired an Apple Remote with Apple TV, make sure you’re using the paired remote. See “Pairing Apple TV with a Remote” on page 28.

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Apple manual If your TV screen appears fuzzy or black, To select a video mode

TV specifications

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