Had the same problem with both my older models of wide-screen TVs. Trouble was with the receiver from my provider; their 'updates' or modifications rendered the box so electrically efficient that it no longer put out enough 'oomph' to activate these (older technology) screen. (*ie Guide will likely display just fine for you). Now for the work-around: Turning their receiver 'off' then right back 'on' again gives some induced 'snap'... enough of a 'bump' to get me images on the screen. Newer monitors use less power (and that's why they will often offer you a 'free' TV if you sign up with them... protects them in situations like this, as the newer TVs work with less energy.
...of course you have the 'source' or input feed to the screen set correctly, eh what!?...of course you have the 'source' or input feed to the screen set correctly, eh what!?
If you wish to get some details; check the site linked here. Pull up older posts. Surf the site with patience. http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/
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Had the same problem with both my older models of wide-screen TVs. Trouble was with the receiver from my provider; their 'updates' or modifications rendered the box so electrically efficient that it no longer put out enough 'oomph' to activate these (older technology) screen. (*ie Guide will likely display just fine for you). Now for the work-around: Turning their receiver 'off' then right back 'on' again gives some induced 'snap'... enough of a 'bump' to get me images on the screen. Newer monitors use less power (and that's why they will often offer you a 'free' TV if you sign up with them... protects them in situations like this, as the newer TVs work with less energy.
...of course you have the 'source' or input feed to the screen set correctly, eh what!?
If you wish to get some details; check the site linked here. Pull up older posts. Surf the site with patience. http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/