Troubleshooting

 

Problem

 

Possible Solution

 

 

 

 

1.

The TV remote control does not work.

Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

 

 

• Check that the selected switch is set to “TV.”

 

 

• Be no more than 20 feet from the TV when using the remote control.

 

 

• Program the remote control to operate the TV (Appendix C).

 

 

 

 

2.

The TV takes several seconds to respond.

It is normal for digital channels to take longer to tune in.

 

 

• Press ENTER after a channel number to avoid delays.

 

 

• Use a 4-digit number for an over-the-air digital channel.

 

 

• Use a 6-digit number for cable digital channels.

 

 

 

 

3.

Cable provider needs information to start

On the remote control, press TV MENU and then enter the numbers 999 to

 

CableCARD™ service.

 

display the Host ID and CableCARD™ ID information.

 

 

 

 

4.

You cannot access a channel.

Use number keys instead of CHANNEL up/down.

 

 

• Be sure the channel you want to view is in memory. See page 65.

 

 

• Check that the TV is turned to the correct device or antenna for that channel by

 

 

 

pressing the DEVICE button.

 

 

• Make sure the V-Chip lock is off.

 

 

• If tuned to Digital channels, have physical channel in memory.

 

 

 

 

5.

On-screen displays appear each time you

This is part of normal TV operation.

 

change a function.

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

You cannot program the TV to turn on

The TV may be locked.

 

automatically (timer function)

The clock may not be set.

 

 

 

 

7.

There is no sound even when the volume is

Check audio source in Device Menu.

 

turned up.

Check to see if the MUTE button is on.

 

 

• The TV’s “Listen to:” setting may be set to SAP.

 

 

• Check that the “TV Speakers” setting is On in the Audio/Video menu.

 

 

 

 

8.

NetCommand unable to learn specific device

Device does not use IR format for remote control signal. ITT and RF formats

 

keys.

 

cannot be learned.

 

 

• Room lighting may affect the signal. Have the remotes very close (6 inches or

 

 

 

less) to the TV during Learning.

 

 

• If using a Mitsubishi remote control, make sure slide switch is not set to TV

 

 

 

position.

 

 

• Some, but not all, device key functions can be learned by NetCommand. For

 

 

 

example, POWER and PLAY may be learned, but other functions may not

 

 

• The signal from the remote control may not be strong enough. Insert fresh

 

 

 

batteries and try Learning again.

 

 

 

 

9.

You have forgotten your V-Chip pass code.

See Appendix A, Bypassing the V-Chip Lock.

 

 

 

 

10.

Lamp indicator light is a constant red.

Turn the TV off for at least 2 minutes. Turn back on. If light is still red, the lamp

 

 

 

has failed. Replace it. See Appendix H for lamp replacement information.

 

 

 

 

11.

Lamp indicator light is a constant yellow.

Lamp may fail soon. Purchase a new lamp. See Appendix H for lamp

 

 

 

replacement information.

 

 

 

 

12.

Lamp indicator light is a flashing yellow.

Lamp cover door is open or lamp cartridge is not secure. See Appendix H for

 

 

 

lamp replacement information.

 

 

 

 

13.

Status indicator light is a constant yellow.

Room temperature has exceeded proper levels. Cool the room.

 

 

 

 

14.

Status indicator light is a constant/flashing red.

Service is required. Contact your dealer or a Mitsubishi Authorized Service

 

 

 

Center to arrange for a service evaluation. Listings of Mitsubishi Authorized

 

 

 

Service locations can be obtained from our web site, www.mitsubishi-tv.com or

 

 

 

by calling 1-800-332-2119.

 

 

 

 

15.

PIP does not display a picture.

Make sure the V-Chip lock is off.

 

 

• Not all inputs can be displayed as a PIP.

 

 

 

 

16.

Digital channels do not appear in PIP.

Normal PIP operation.

 

 

 

 

17.

The sound does not match the screen picture.

NetCommand® is set up incorrectly.

 

 

• The TV’s “Listen to:” setting may be set to SAP.

 

 

• If using stereo or A/V receiver speakers, check their input selection.

 

 

If using stereo or A/V receiver, check that AUDIO OUTPUT on TV’s back panel is

 

 

 

connected to the A/V receiver.

 

 

 

 

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