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Bypass Your Video Equipment
Last Updated: Fri, 10 Aug 2012 > Related Articles
Summary
If you are still experiencing problems with your TV picture, try bypassing all external equipment to test the signal and cable.
Solution
| Bypass Equipment | ||
|---|---|---|
 | Turn off your television and external video equipment (DVR, DVD player, etc.) | |
 | Disconnect the primary coax cable from the device where it is connected. | |
| On your TV, disconnect whatever cord occupies the coax port. | |
 | Connect the primary coax cable to your TV's coax port. | |
| Turn on your television. |
If this resolves your picture problem, there is likely a settings problem in your video equipment. Consult the Owner's Manual or manufacturer website for each device.
If this does not resolve your problem, contact us for more troubleshooting help.
Go back to Quick Fixes for TV Picture Problems.
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