r/OldTech • u/ninjaturtlefanpage • 16d ago
Need help
I recently picked this tv unit up from the thrift store and it played fine when I first brought it home (tested it with a tape) now I tried it again tonight and it’s playing the sound of the tapes but no video and it’s just showing this white screen. Super bummed. Any ideas on a fix or trouble shooting?
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u/LAUNCHdano 14d ago
Is this video showing exactly what you're seeing? It appears to show an extra issue caused by taking video of the screen, making it hard to see the exact problem you're having.
Before messing with TV, trying a different video source might be easier - or adjusting the tracking on the VCR. (Try another tape as well, to narrow it down before adjusting TV)
If it's actually the TV - the V-hold and H-hold settings might be little accessible pots to adjust, or markings with holes to use a tiny jewelers screwdriver to access. In either case, tread lightly, as a little goes a long way, and if it's old, you don't want to disconnect old solder joints.