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Picture Symptoms: TV Programme

  • Ghosting or double images appear.
  • Only snow noise or black picture appears on the screen.
  • There is picture or sound noise when viewing a TV channel.
  • Some channels are blank.
  • You cannot view digital channels.
  • You cannot view satellite channels. (Satellite compatible models only)
  • Not all channels are tuned.

Ghosting or double images appear.
  • Check the antenna (aerial)/cable connection.
  • Check the antenna (aerial) location and direction.
Only snow noise or black picture appears on the screen.
  • Check if the antenna (aerial) is broken or bent.
  • Check if the antenna (aerial) has reached the end of its serviceable life (3-5 years for normal use, 1-2 years at a seaside location).
There is picture or sound noise when viewing a TV channel.
  • Adjust [AFT] (Automatic Fine Tuning) to obtain better picture reception. ([AFT] may not be available depending on your region/country.)
  • Set [Audio Filter] to [Low] or [High] to improve sound for analogue reception. ([Audio Filter] may not be available depending on your region/country.)
  • Set [LNA] to [Off] to improve picture reception. ([LNA] may not be available depending on the situation.)
Some channels are blank.
  • The channel is for scrambled/subscription service only. Subscribe to a pay TV service.
  • The channel is used only for data (no picture or sound).
  • Contact the broadcaster for transmission details.
You cannot view digital channels.
  • Ask a local installer if digital transmissions are provided in your area.
  • Upgrade to a higher gain antenna (aerial).
You cannot view satellite channels. (Satellite compatible models only)
  • Ask a local installer if satellite services are provided in your area.
  • Check your LNB equipment and settings.
Not all channels are tuned.
  • Try to preset channels manually by configuring the settings in [Manual Programme Preset]. (Availability of [Manual Programme Preset] and its options may vary depending on the region/country/situation.)

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