Scientific Atlanta 3250HD - Manual (Page 25)

Watching TV
Change Picture
Modes on the TV The 3250HD offers various picture formats, allowing it to output the picture in
either fixed, pass-through, upconvert-1, upconvert-2, or auto DVI modes. The
pass-through mode is the most convenient option as the 3250 HD attempts
to output the same picture format as the incoming signal.
Follow these steps to set your picture format to pass-through mode.
1. Press Settings on the remote control.
2. Press or to scroll to Set: Picture Format .
3. Press or to select Pass-Through.
4. Press to accept the setting.
Note: The 3250HD can only output to formats selected in the HDTV Setup
Wizard. For more details, contact your cable service provider.
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Automatic Software
Updates
If the 3250HD does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If
you need further assistance, contact your cable service provider.
You will see a message on the TV screen that indicates the 3250HD is
automatically updating its software. Wait for the time to display on the front
panel of your 3250HD before continuing with the installation process. When
the front panel displays the time, the update is complete.
Performance Tips
No Picture
• Verify that the power to your TV is turned on.
• If plugged into a wall switch, verify the switch is in the ON position.
• Verify that all cables are properly connected.
• If your entertainment system includes a VCR and/or stereo, verify that
you have properly connected them to the 3250HD.
• Verify that the TV is set to the proper input.
• Verify that your TV is connected to the proper TV input port.
• Verify that the 3250HD is set to the proper screen type and resolution.
No Color
• Verify that the current TV program is broadcast in color.
• Adjust the TV color controls.
No Sound
• If your entertainment system includes a VCR or stereo, verify that you
have properly connected them to the 3250HD.
• Verify that the volume is turned up.
• Verify that the mute function is not engaged.