General Checks

1.Ensure that all devices are plugged in and powered on. The switcher is receiving power if the LCD is displaying the default display cycle.

2.Ensure an active input is selected on the switcher.

3.Ensure that the proper signal format is supplied.

4.Check the cabling and make corrections as necessary.

5.Call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline if necessary.

Specific Problems

The table below shows some common operating problems and their solutions.

Problem

Cause

Solution

 

 

 

No image appears.

The input signal is incompatible with the

Connect an input device that is compatible

 

ISM.

with the ISM.

 

 

 

 

The input is improperly configured.

Use the Video & Audio Configuration

 

 

submenu to select the correct input format.

 

 

 

 

Freeze mode was entered via an SIS

Deactivate freeze mode via an SIS

 

command when the image was black.

command.

 

 

 

 

The scaled output rate is too high for the

Change the scaled output to a compatible

 

display.

resolution

 

 

 

The image is flashing

The scaled output rate is too high for the

Change the scaled output to a compatible

 

display.

resolution.

 

 

 

The image is too soft.

The detail level needs to be changed.

Use the Filter button to change the detail

 

 

level.

 

 

 

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