Troubleshooting - Samsung LN26A450C1DXZA User Manual

Appendix
Troubleshooting
If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions.
If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG.
Problem
Poor picture Try another channel.
Adjust the antenna.
Check all wire connections.
Poor sound quality. Try another channel.
Adjust the antenna.
No picture or sound. Try another channel.
Press the SOURCE button.
Make sure the TV is plugged in.
Check the antenna connections.
No sound or sound is too low at
maximum volume.
First, check the volume of units connected to your TV (digital broadcasting receiver, DVD,
cable broadcasting receiver, VCR, etc.). Then, adjust the TV volume accordingly.
Picture roils vertically.
Check all wire connections.
The TV operates erratically. Unplug the TV for 30 seconds, then try operating it again.
Make sure the wall outlet is working.
Replace the remote control batteries.
Clean the upper edge of the remote control (transmission window).
Check the battery terminals.
The TV won't turn on
Remote control malfunctions
'Check signal cable" message.
'Not Supported Mode" message.
Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC source.
Check the maximum resolution and connected device's Video frequency.
Compare these values with the data in the Display Modes.
Digital broadcasting screen
problem.
Please check the digital signal strength and input antenna.
The image is too light or too dark. Adjust the Brightness and Contrast.
Adjust the Fine tuning.
Black bars on the screen.
Picture has a Red/Green or
Pink tint.
Make sure the broadcast you're receiving is High Definition (HD).
HD channels sometimes broadcast Standard Definition (SD) programming, which can
cause black bars.
Set your cable/satellite box to stretch or widescreen mode to eliminate the bars.
Make sure the Component cables are connected to the correct jacks.
If you are using a Cable/Satellite box, you must set Closed Captioning on the box,
not your TV.
Your cable box may need a firmware upgrade. Please contact your Cable company.
Closed Captioning not working.
Snowy picture
Ghosting on picture This is sometimes caused by compatibility issues with your cable box.
Try connecting Component cables instead.