My TV displays black and white picture using composite cables
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Composite cables can be connected to a set of component video jacks. If the composite video cable is not connected to the proper input on the component jack panel, then only a black and white picture will display.
Follow these steps to resolve the issue:
- Turn off your TV and connected device.
- Make sure to connect the composite cables accordingly as shown in the image below.
- Turn on your TV and connected device.
- On the supplied remote control, press the INPUTbutton.
- Select Video or the proper input.