What's wrong with my SNES?

Includes but not limited to: SNES, Genesis, Sega CD, PlayStation 1, Nintendo 64, Dreamcast, Game Gear and I guess the Virtual Boy.

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What's wrong with my SNES?

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The power light turns on, but the audio or video doesn't output. What can I do? Would it be more worth it to get a new one than to search for a Nintendo screwdriver to open it?
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are you sure that someone hadn't played with the TV cables? or the channel is right on both the TV and SNES? maybe your TV isn't connected properly.
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I've checked all of that, no problems there.
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Post by CronoTriggerfan »

How many games have you tested this on?

Try cleaning your cartridge pins. For games, simply take a wet q-tip in there and swab it down. If that doesn't work, try some rubbing alcohol. Oh, and make sure it's dry before you turn it on! :lol:

As for cleaning the cartridge conenctor itself, take a paper towel that's been moistened with rubbing alcohol. Wrap it around a playing card, or something that's sturdy but skinny. Wipe the insides clean, then dry it/let it dry. Hope that helps! :)

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