It may seem like a snap to unpack all of the brand-new equipment that was just purchased and set it up in a jiffy. However, it rarely turns out like that. Here are some troubleshooting tips on home theaters as given by Home Theater Installers in Edmonds.
- If nothing turns on after everything is set up, make sure all power cords and connectors are firmly plugged in. Also, ensure the surge protector power strip is turned on if all of the cords are plugged into it. This is one of the major reasons that equipment fails to power up.
- If there is no reception from the TV, it could be one of a few problems. First, make sure that the antenna, cable, or satellite box is connected properly to the the TV set. If the box is of the standard variety, it should be plugged into the cable setting on the TV and the channel turned to either 3 or 4. If the box is of the HD variety, it needs to be connected via HDMI or component video connectors. If the video and audio are being routed through a device known as a home theater receiver, make sure the receive is also powered on.
- If the actual picture looks grainy or otherwise is not good quality, it is usually the result of a cable that has gone bad or that is not connected properly. If, after checking the connection, the picture is still poor, try using a different cable. If the household subscribes to cable, the cable company can also check if there is a disruption on their end.
- If there is no color present or the color seems to be off, try using one of the pre-set color settings that all modern televisions come with. If this does not work, make that all color-coded cables are in their matching outlets. Home Theater Installers in Edmonds say it is very easy to mix-up green and blue if the lighting is dim.
If all of this sounds like too much trouble, it is always perfectly acceptable to hire a professional installation company to perform the job. This can save not only time but a good deal of stress if things end up getting complicated.
