BIGHMW Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I just got my new 2017 Flashback Portable and I am having issues with the a/v out, it only displays in Black and white, why??? As for thr integrated display it works just fine and is an awesome unit, but when I plug it into the TV it comes out black and white. Please tell me how to fix it. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SignGuy81 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I wouldn't attempt to fix it if is new, I'd return it or exchange it, unless maybe it is some type of issue with a setting on it or something that you can change to fix it. I don't have any experience with the portable so I don't know if that is an option built in or a defective unit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SignGuy81 Posted October 23, 2017 Share Posted October 23, 2017 I just did some research and it appears it has a color/black and white switch. But it is just a momentary switch and is only there because some games used it as a function. Maybe perhaps the switch is stuck? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGHMW Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 I tired different cords on different TVs and still the same result, it still puts out a black & white display on all of my TVs, although I tried multiple cords, I'll just travel the 40 miles back to the store and get it replaced, I also got a 2-year warranty extension when I bought it, so I'll let you guys know how it goes when i get the new one and try it out on my TVs. I bought the FBP as a replacement for my 2600 Jr. knowing it can do whatever it does and then some. BTW, the built-in onboard display looks awesome although it is a bit small for this 51 year old to see on a consistent basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGHMW Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 Just tried out my replacement one, and good news...... in color!!!! YES!!!! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGHMW Posted October 26, 2017 Author Share Posted October 26, 2017 I tired different cords on different TVs and still the same result, it still puts out a black & white display on all of my TVs, although I tried multiple cords, I'll just travel the 40 miles back to the store and get it replaced, I also got a 2-year warranty extension when I bought it, so I'll let you guys know how it goes when i get the new one and try it out on my TVs. I bought the FBP as a replacement for my 2600 Jr. knowing it can do whatever it does and then some. BTW, the built-in onboard display looks awesome although it is a bit small for this 51 year old to see on a consistent basis. BTW, my Harmony Encore cartridge cam in yesterday for my 2600 Jr. so I changed my mind, especially after finding out that the same SD card I use with the AFBP also works on the Harmony cart as well, so now I have numerous options!!! ......and I wanted to follow up on my swap of the Flashback Portable, after testing the replacement unit I got it works perfect on my TV and in color too!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbb033 Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 (edited) glad you got it working. my guess would have been PAL video on NTSC (or maybe vice versa), as I had a PSX game or two do that before getting the proper version for my area. Edited November 21, 2017 by tbb033 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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