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How do I fix Comcast weak or no signal?

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Re: Weak or No Signal
Confirm you input selector on the TV is still on that HDMI input, and try unplugging the TV from the AC power for a minute so it can fully reset. IF you have another HDMI device like a blu-ray to try that HDMI input on that TV might help narrow it down.


In this manner, why does my Xfinity say no signal?

First, ensure TV's input is on the cable input. If that is okay, reboot the cable box to reinitialize service. If that does not work, call into Comcast at 1-800-266-2278 or 1-800-934-6489 and speak with a CSR about sending authorizations to that cable box.

Furthermore, how do you fix the TV when it says no signal? UNPLUG THE CABLE GOING FROM THE TV TO YOUR CABLE OR SAT BOX -Remove the HDMI cable or other cables from your Cable TV or SAT set top box. -Keep the cable unplugged for 2 to 3 minutes. -Plug the HDMI cable or other cables back in. -Give it some time for the Cable or SAT box to get the signal and initialize.

Subsequently, question is, what does it mean when TV says weak or no signal?

The No Signal, No Source or No Input message will appear on your television screen when the television is not receiving a signal from your Digital Box. This is often a result of either the Digital Box being powered off, not being properly connected to the TV or if the TV is set to the wrong input.

Why is my cable signal weak?

A weak or inconsistent cable TV signal usually indicates that something is wrong with the wiring or the signal itself. If you have a loose connector, the signal will leak and you will have trouble viewing channels from time to time, or you might have trouble with Internet access. Make sure each connector is tight.

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What input should TV be on for Xfinity?

Re: what channel should my tv be on for cable
If it's a little DTA box, or an old SD TV, and using coax, then use channel 3, as mentioned. For a full cable box, try to use an AV input (the yellow/red/white) cables, usually INPUT1 on many TV's. For HDTV, you'd typically use an HDMI input.

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How do I reboot my Xfinity box?

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How do I troubleshoot my Comcast cable box?

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Why is my cable box not working?

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How do I send a refresh signal to my Comcast box?

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Why is my TV suddenly saying no signal?

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How do I test my cable signal?

Point A being nearest to your TV and Point B being the other end of the cable.
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How can I check TV signal strength in my area?

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Do HDMI cables go bad?

The one caveat to all this is that while HDMI cables don't simply go bad over time– they may need to be replaced one day. There are physical damage reasons that that might happen, such as extreme force shearing the cable in two, or damaging the internal wiring.

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How do I check signal strength on my Samsung TV?

How do I check the signal quality on my TV?
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