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Sometimes a performance problem can be easily solved by checking seemingly apparent but often overlooked
possibilities. Before arranging for service, check these items. It could save your time and money.
TV/VCR Mode
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
No picture or sound
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Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet.
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Check antenna connection.
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Press [SELECT] to select TV mode.
Then try other TV feature.
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Let the unit program its tuner memory.
No picture or poor picture on the
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Adjust direction or replace antenna.
unit
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Adjust picture controls.
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Check for broken pin of the antenna cable.
No sound or poor sound
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Adjust volume control on remote control or main unit.
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Press [MUTE] to restore sound.
Bars On Screen
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Check for local interference.
Picture Distorted or Blurred
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
Picture Rolls Vertically
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
Lines or Streaks in Picture
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Check for local interference.
No Color
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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Is antenna connected to jack on the back of the set?
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Adjust “COLOR” control.
Poor Reception on Some Channels
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
Ghosts in Picture
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Is antenna connected to jack on the back of the set?
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Check for local interference.
Weak Picture
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Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble.
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Is antenna connected to jack on the back of the set?
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If outside antenna is being used, check for broken wire.
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Adjust “CONTRAST” & “BRIGHT” control.
If the unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner’s Manual, check the unit, con-
sulting the following checklist.
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power
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Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
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Make sure the power is turned on.
The unit does not respond to the
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Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the unit.
remote control
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Reduce the distance to the unit. You have to be within 23 feet.
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Replace the batteries in the remote control.
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Re-insert the batteries with their polarities (+/- signs) as indicated.
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Tune your radio to an empty AM station so that you hear a lot of
noises. Then, turn the volume up. If you hear some signal sound from
the radio when pressing buttons on the remote control, the remote con-
trol is working.
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Check if the correct mode is selected. If not switch the mode by
pressing [SELECT], whichever you need.
