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Fix Your Distorted Picture Problem for Cable Through a Cable Box

Last Updated: Fri, 10 Aug 2012 > Related Articles

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Summary

Use the steps below to troubleshoot and solve your distorted picture problem.

Solution

Applies to these TV picture problems:             

  • Frozen or tiled image
  • Ghosting or wavy lines
  • Grainy or snowy picture
  • Poor color

If you're experiencing these types of picture distortions, just click the links below for detailed troubleshooting help. 

1

Check for loose connections. 

Still experiencing picture problems? Go to Step 2.

2

Power cycle your cable box.

Still experiencing picture problems? Go to Step 3.

3

Check TV settings for correct inputs. 

Still experiencing picture problems? Go to Step 4.

4

Bypass equipment. 

Still experiencing picture problems? Go to Step 5. 

5

Reset your cable connection.

Still experiencing picture problems? Click here for more TV picture help.

 

Go back to Quick Fixes for TV Picture Problems.


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