This is vey odd and i hope that I don't have to replace my TV as a result of using Chromecast.
The device was working great for a week and I was very happy with it. However, this morning when I turned on my TV, it developed a fuzzy red hue all over the screen. (see pic). Tried as I may, I just can't get rid of it. UpgradeingTV firmware, rebooting Chromecast...plug & unplug TV power outlet....nothing works. I imagine this can't be an isolated case...i hope someone can chip in on what I should do to get the perfect picture back again. Thanks!
So even without the chromecast plugged in it still has the red issue going on?
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I doubt the CCast caused it...
But you should go into the TV settings and reset your levels to factory default.
It sounds like your TV went out of calibration which can happen if you hit the wrong button on a remote.
Saturation could be too high, Hue could be to far towards the red, Usually resetting the levels on the TV to default will solve it.
If not then it could be the sign of an electrical problem with your TV.
Do other sources show the same problem? It almost looks like your input is processing in some kind of old-school 8-bit retro mode.
I highly doubt Chromecast could have caused such an issue. Do as Asphyx recommends and reset the picture settings on your TV first.
If your HDMI ports have an option to specify PC/Computer versus Video, make sure they're set to Video (and if you change settings, reboot the Chromecast too).
If the settings don't change anything and the problem happens with all inputs.
If you have one of the newer/higher-end Samsung TVs that has the input connections on a box that's separate from the TV, check the cable that goes from the box to the TV - if the cable is loose, kinked or damaged this might cause problems like what you see.
Otherwise, it's likely your TV needs to be looked at by a professional.
Why is the writing backwards on your TV?
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I was able to cure the problem by tapping the back of the TV set several time on different spots. I think what happened is that I had a tendency to push in too hard while inserting Chromecast into HDMI slot. That might have damaged the TV connection. A few light taps on the back solved the issue. Although I am sure it's finicky and may come back again.
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I was able to cure the problem by tapping the back of the TV set several time on different spots. I think what happened is that I had a tendency to push in too hard while inserting Chromecast into HDMI slot. That might have damaged the TV connection. A few light taps on the back solved the issue. Although I am sure it's finicky and may come back again.
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That sounds like either a Dirty HDMI port or some other bad connection on the Input board.
Makes sense actually because now that I take another look at your picture it appears that your green signal wasn't displaying properly.
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I have been having this problem for a while and I can't figure out a solution.
When I plug in my kaiser to the computer, everything seems to work fine, however the active sync won't start and won't recognize the device. Also the device won't charge even though it shows the amber ligtht and the screen become brighter when I connect. I have the same problem with my car chargers.
If I use the HTC splitter (USB and Audio) everthing works the way it should be. But if I use a direct cable, bypassing the splitter nothing works. What is in that splitter that makes everything work? About 2 months ago, I didn't need a splitter to have it working. Is it a Rom issue?
Guys I do need help. It just drives me crazy.
Thanks.
Could be a slightly damaged mini usb connection. Have a look at the bottom of your kaiser and see if any pins are moved in the USB ext connector.
Yeah guy, I reported this issue with Kaisers & specifically Tilts 6 months ago. Have a look at your USB port pin on the device. If it is curved or the right side of the pin is slightly lower (Not arrow straight) then you may have sloppily placed your stylus on a soft reset. Sometimes this can be fixed by VERY GENTLY bending it back into shape with the stylus or another semi-rigid & smooth tool, that's if it not to badly jacked up. Because it charges in the home charger I'm about 90% sure that's your issue.
you guys are right. THe usb was slightly bent. Upon reading about the problem, I straighten it back however still the same problem. I am looking into getting a big magnifier to see if I see anything out of order.
In the meantime does anybody know a place in Toronto who is capable to fix this issue? I know a lot of people have problems but I don't want to send the device away.
Hey guys i just bought a nook color and had it shipped to my country but i think i am already regretting it now.
The touch screen starts behaving very weird randomly at any times, it automatically registers touches and keyboard automatically typing own it own, and what ever i touch just goes straight to hell and this continues as long a i don't lock and unlock it again.
Even when i am reading it automatically starts zooming.
I was think about rooting it and installing a custom Rom, will that fix the problem? because giving it back to B&N is not an option for me.
Also i don't have screen guard, and the screen is always smudged with fingerprints, can that trigger this sort of behavior?
I'm using mine in Australia and have a similar problem but only when using the supplied USB cable to charge it.
I've heard stories about faulty USB cables which might be the case as I don't have this problem when I use the cable for my desire. The problem with this is that the cable isn't long enough for practical use and the supplied cable apparently has extra pins which would explain why it still discharges (although slower) when using my desire micro USB cable.
For now I'm limited to only using my nook without the cable plugged in but I'm thinking about finding another cable as sending it back to B&N and then paying to ship it back here isn't really a viable option.
Let me know if you figure something out though.
Well the one with usb cable is a known issue and u can still use it otherwise, mine just happens randomly at any time, its almost unusable.
Does installing a custom rom help?
It wouldn't hurt to try. I know some kernals make changes to the touchscreen sensitivity but I don't know whether that would apply to your problem or not. A nook is very easy to un-root anyways so as far as I know (and don't quote me on this), you should be able to return it if you absolutely have to.
Don't give up though. I'm loving mine and for the price it's an awesome little accessory when it works.
Hi,
Make sure to clean the touch screen - last night I had a different looking
smudge on my screen that was causing huge problems - as soon as I cleaned
it off, back to normal. Are you in a humid location? Condensation will cause
problems too.
Also you may want to search for 'calibrate' in the forums, there is a way to
recalibrate the touchscreen sensitivity, I believe that this is mostly for
low sensitivity at the corners though.
Here are two links I found:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=943358&highlight=calibrate
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=934500
Good luck!
Peter
My touch screen acts up as well. I turn the screen off for a couple minutes to "reset" it. It will work OK for a little, then it goes back to wonky.
Hey guys i finally found a solution to this problem, well my touch screen is behaving normally when its not not connected to the power cable. I hope thats a solution good enough for you.
Just go to
h**p://nookdevs.com/Recalibrate_the_NookColor_touch_screen
I tried all the custom roms but that didn't help very much, so i tried this on CM7
and so far my screen is giving totally normal tests results when not plugged in and lets hope that it stays that way.
My daughter had a similar wonky-screen problem when she plugged in a particular set of portable music player speakers. Not another pair she has, just that one.
And I was able to replicate it on my nook. It wasn't specific to her nook.
okay, it seems that my excitement didn't last that long but
After a lot of testing, it turned out that the only problems was my oily or moist fingers.
so i got a screen guard and tested it for more than two hours and i haven't had any problems yet. So even if i do see that happening again, once in two hours is not that bad.
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okay, it seems that my excitement didn't last that long but
After a lot of testing, it turned out that the only problems was my oily or moist fingers.
so i got a screen guard and tested it for more than two hours and i haven't had any problems yet. So even if i do see that happening again, once in two hours is not that bad.
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I think I'll try this cause I have oily fingers as well and I'm getting the wonky screen issue while NOT plugged in as well.
rigy73 said:
Hey guys i finally found a solution to this problem, well my touch screen is behaving normally when its not not connected to the power cable. I hope thats a solution good enough for you.
Just go to
h**p://nookdevs.com/Recalibrate_the_NookColor_touch_screen
I tried all the custom roms but that didn't help very much, so i tried this on CM7
and so far my screen is giving totally normal tests results when not plugged in and lets hope that it stays that way.
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I'd add my vote to this link...worked for me:
http://nookdevs.com/Recalibrate_the_NookColor_touch_screen
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What am i doing wrong?, When i connect phone to tv or monitor i get no mirroring??
Broken phone?
Or broken cable
I guess you have the correct cable (type D micro HDMI 1.4)?
You probably got one in the box..
Maybe check you have the correct resolution set (either on manual or automatic) in the HDMI Settings.
With me it worked instantly, like a breeze.
Maybe find someone with another O2X and check if that works, check different screens/tv's etc.
If that all fails I'd say you're screwed and have a broken device. Let's hope not!
Need help!
Well, recently I have bought this baby, have been using it for over 2 weeks' plus.
Lovin' every part of it.
BUT, issue came out when I tried to connect my O2X to my 38" Sharp LCD TV via the provided HDMI cable.
It went well at the first place. (I was trying to play with its HDMI mirroring features)
I tried browsing the web.
Executed few videos.
Tried few of the games too. As I was having fun playing with the games with gyros.
Suddenly the TV flickered with few green lines and then went blank. So i was thinking that maybe the cable gone loose or whatsoever.
I unplugged and plugged back in. Nothing happens.
So i tried HDMI 2 on my TV, it works for a while, but not over 5 or 10 minutes it went blank again!
I plugged it back to HDMI 1, nothing happens.
Is this a faulty HDMI cable or it's my LCD? I'm using stock rom by the way.
Desperately need some advices~ =(
Well, this is my 1st post.
Seriously need help! I've been asking in one of the thread about HDMI mirroring but seems like there's no response or answer for this.
Well, recently I have bought this baby, have been using it for over 2 weeks' plus.
Lovin' every part of it.
BUT, issue came out when I tried to connect my O2X to my 38" Sharp LCD TV via the provided HDMI cable.
It went well at the first place. (I was trying to play with its HDMI mirroring features)
I tried browsing the web.
Executed few videos.
Tried few of the games too. As I was having fun playing with the games with gyros.
Suddenly the TV flickered with few green lines and then went blank. So i was thinking that maybe the cable gone loose or whatsoever.
I unplugged and plugged it back in. Nothing happened.
So i tried HDMI port 2 on my TV (It has 2 HDMI ports), it worked for a while, but to not over 5 or 10 minutes it went blank again!
I plugged it back to HDMI port 1, nothing happened.
The worst thing is that i tried with another LCD TV, a size of 52", with full capability of 1080p output.
Yes, it worked, but worked only a while. It seemed like the cable had "gone loose" then "disconnected".
Well, in my opinion, the cable connection shouldn't be so "fragile" right?
Why would the commercials boast about LG O2X's HDMI mirroring capability
and being able to enjoy gaming especially with gyro sensors,
when it is so fragile, being unable to mirror the output???
I'm sure it isn't my LCD screens issue. I've tried 3 different plasma TVs.
Is there anyway to troubleshoot? Is it the cable?
Or maybe even worse, it's my O2X??? I'm using stock rom by the way.
Desperately need some advices and comments regarding this issue~ =(
if you want.. u may test using another cable.. to make sure it's cable or urs 2x cause it..
i never test it anyway as im using DLNA..
arnett said:
if you want.. u may test using another cable.. to make sure it's cable or urs 2x cause it..
i never test it anyway as im using DLNA..
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DLNA supports HD too?
Well, it seems hard for me to find another cable here though.
I hope it's software based issue but not hardware (Then it can be solved easily.)
Or else i'll have to visit my retailer then. (It's a good news though when you can get a new cable. Or maybe even a new replacement of O2X~ lol)
So you have the cable right? Can you try it? I'm kinda' curious to know whether theirs any other O2X users facing this "fragile-connection" cable issue.
It sucks when you can't play games, like Tom Clancy's Hawx HD on the big screen via gyros controller.... =(
Got no problems connecting and mirroring mutiple games, browsing and movies (Allthough i think almost games upscale buttugly to a large screen, pixelmania)
But,
I notice that the cable tends to disconnect easily from the micro hdmi hub on the phone when making gestures, which causes a disconnection ofcourse and a black screen. Happens with two cables i have, dont know if its because of a bad micro hdmi hub build on the LG or the cables. I suspect the first one cause it happens with both cables.
So, that could be the problem. What happens if you watch a movie or just connect the LG idle on a table? If it stays stable, and goes unstable during gaming/moving the device around, yeah probably same issue.
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I had almost the same problem. When i plugged in hdmi into TV, everything went haywire. random touches etc. But after i reflashed the ROM (v10b) or MCR fr18, every thing became smooth.
Gosh.. My problem is when it gone disconnected, pressing it back to the LG's hub didn't resolve either.
The most recent when it worked, watching a full 2-hour movie, was last 2 nights.
Unplugged it after use. But the next morning when i wanted to try again, nothing happened. Just blank screen.
The awkward part is the sound output. Even though nothing was shown on the screen, no sound from the LCD either, my phone's speaker was muted when it was plugged.
This means that the cable is still functioning at a certain stage right? (I guess.)
D*mn this is killin' me......
My chromecast had a red light a week ago. I held the button to factory reset, it didn't reset instead it flashed white or pink (don't remember) and it showed the backdrop and worked fine. The chromecast is plugged into the USB port on the TV (WISELINK PORT, worked fine for a few months). Turned off TV, so that turned off the chromecast. Turned it back on the chromecast light is red, just noticed 2 days ago. Switched to chromecast as source and the TV got a signal but it was a black screen. Tried to FDR, didn't work so I just unplugged power and replugged it back in. Chromecast starts up with an exclaimation mark telling me to goto chromecast.com/startup-issues. Rebooted again, it said at the bottom chromecast with 3 dots (is that some old bootloader thing?). Tried using AC power adapter included in box, no signal still red light. Switched HDMI ports, no avail. I am scratching my head wondering what is wrong? From the top of my head I remember reading about some kind of hard reset on the chromecast subreddit, it had something to do with unplugging the chromecast still connecting power and doing something. The reset button isn't stuck (it clicks). The chromecast doesn't broadcast its SSID. Anyone have any other troubleshooting suggestions or things I should try?
Edit: The title should say "Chromecast red light (Think from new firmware 31432)
Sounds like your reset button is stuck.
Was your Chromecast rooted or stock?
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Sounds like your reset button is stuck.
Was your Chromecast rooted or stock?
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My reset button clicks normally. It is stock. I fixed it one time by continuously turning it's power source on/off and turning it on it worked until I turned it off and back on again. (So it doesn't work , my fix doesn't work anymore)
In that case it sounds like it's (going) bad. I had one that was similar.
Call Google and get it replaced - the RMA process is pretty straightforward, at least mine was.
bhiga said:
In that case it sounds like it's (going) bad. I had one that was similar.
Call Google and get it replaced - the RMA process is pretty straightforward, at least mine was.
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I bought it from Micro Center (a physical store) and don't have the receipt. Do you know if google replaces it or the store does?
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I bought it from Micro Center (a physical store) and don't have the receipt. Do you know if google replaces it or the store does?
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If you're within the store's return policy, replace it with them.
If not, you will need proof of purchase, at least that was the case as of last July.
Thank you for contacting Google. In order for me to process your warranty, I'll need to have proof-of-purchase from you validating the retail sale date. For proof-of-purchase, please take a picture of the sales receipt and send it over as an attachment to this email.
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(They send you an email after determining the unit needs replacement on the phone call)
Micro Center may be able to look up your receipt in their system if you know the approximate date of purchase and you used a credit card.