Why is there a black box in the TV screen of my Magnavox TV DVD Combo?
- DDana SanchezSep 23, 2025
You are in TEXT mode. Select CAPTION mode or "OFF".

Why is there a black box in the TV screen of my Magnavox TV DVD Combo?
You are in TEXT mode. Select CAPTION mode or "OFF".
What to do if my Magnavox TV DVD Combo has no power?
First, ensure the power plug is securely connected to an AC outlet. If there's a power failure, check the breaker.
Why is there poor or no picture on my Magnavox TV DVD Combo?
Check that the antenna or cable is properly connected and that the antenna cable doesn't have any broken pins or wires. Also, check for any sources of reception disturbance. Press [SELECT] to ensure you're on the correct mode. Perform a channel scan to memorize available TV channels. Try another channel to rule out a station problem. Adjust the picture controls (COLOR/CONTRAST/BRIGHT, etc.). Finally, check for magnetism from nearby appliances and try degaussing.
Why does my Magnavox TV DVD Combo have poor or no sound?
Adjust the volume using [VOL. / ]. Try another channel to see if it's a station problem. Check if the unit is in Still mode or Slow motion playback; if so, press [PLAY B] to return to normal playback.
What to do if my Magnavox TV DVD Combo disc cannot be played?
Clean the disc. Ensure the disc is placed correctly, with the label side up. Cancel the parental setting or change the control level.
Why are there no captions on a pre-recorded videotape that should have them on my Magnavox TV DVD Combo?
There is a possibility of an illegal copy or an erroneous copying process accidentally performed by the fabricator.
Why is text not fully shown or delayed on my Magnavox TV DVD Combo captions?
A few seconds of delay is common for live broadcasts. If a dialogue exceeds the display capacity (220 words per minute), selective editing is used so that the captions remain up-to-date with the current TV screen dialogue.
Why are there no captions in a program that should have them on my Magnavox TV DVD Combo?
The broadcast may use a time compression process to speed up the program. The decoder cannot read the compressed information, and captions will be lost.
Why does my Magnavox TV DVD Combo have CD/DVD sound dropout or poor picture?
The disc may be scratched. Replace with an unscratched one.
Why does the "Prohibited icon" appear on the screen of my Magnavox TV DVD Combo?
That operation is not available by the unit or the disc.
| Brand | Magnavox |
|---|---|
| Model | MWC20T6 |
| Category | TV DVD Combo |
| Language | English |
Instructions for connecting the unit to TV signals via antenna or cable.
Guide for connecting audio/video sources to the unit's front input jacks.
Instructions for connecting digital audio sources to the unit's rear audio inputs.
Identifies and explains the buttons and indicators on the unit's front panel.
Details the functions of each button on the remote control for operating the unit.
Steps for tuning into and viewing television channels.
How to set the sleep timer and adjust picture settings like brightness and contrast.
Instructions for setting the unit's clock manually or automatically.
Guide to enabling and configuring closed caption display for TV programs.
How to set parental controls and ratings to block inappropriate content.
Steps for scanning and managing TV channels for optimal reception.
Procedures for basic playback, tracking adjustment, still pictures, and slow motion.
Tools for easily locating specific points on a tape, like zero return or index search.
Guide to scheduling recordings for specific days, daily, or weekly.
Setting parental controls and passwords to restrict disc playback based on ratings.
Resetting all DVD setup options to their factory default values.
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