Nintendo Super NES Console - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

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Super Nintendo doesn't work with new TV's.

Maybe the one that is not turning on to play game is broken then. Ensure that you have a known-good game cartridge inserted before powering on the SNES console. Most older, cartridge-based game consoles don't boot without a game installed. Does the power light to the left of the controller ports turn on when you turn on the power switch? If not, check your power adapter and outlet for functionality and good connection. Check that the reset switch is not stuck. Wiggle it back and forth through its range of motion a few times. If something sticky gets in there it can get jammed in the reset position, which will prevent any game from booting. You mentioned that there is no image. Are you getting any sound from your games after waiting a few minutes with everything connected and turned on? If you hear game sounds or music from the SNES, but see no picture and you've already (really and truly) ruled out the cabling and TV, then you might have a bad main board in the console. If you don't get any video or sound, then it's not booting your game. You can find other recommendations about how to clean game and console connections, but usually inserting and ejecting a game 10-20 times will knock loose or grind off enough gunk to get a game to boot. Try this, and be sure to use the eject lever instead of ripping the game out to avoid console connector damage. If it's still not working, repeat with another game.

Hmmm I think that the acapapter is causing this problem then because the black cord on the ac adapter that hook into the console the wire is fraying or broken then and going bad on you so try using a new ac adapter too see if it makes difference or not.

• 1. Make sure your system is hooked up correctly. This is the number one reason for a blank screen. To ensure all hookup connections are firm and correct, remove the AV cables and reinsert them with a slight twisting motion (this will help fully seat the connections). For more information about connecting the system, check the following hookup steps:
     • Audio/Video Cable to a TV
     • Audio/Video Cable to a VCR
  2. Make sure you are using all licensed accessories with your system. Unlicensed products are not fully compatible with Nintendo systems and may not work correctly.
  3. Make sure the system has power. If not, go to the No Power Light instructions.
  4. Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the OFF position. Remove the Game Pak and re-load it, pressing firmly to ensure it is locked in place. Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the ON position.Important Note: Inserting the game with the Power ON may result in a blank screen. Always turn your system OFF before inserting or removing Game Paks
  5. There may be a problem in one of your hookup cables and not your system. Try purchasing a new connection cable (where to buy). You can also try borrowing the cable from a friend to see if it solves your problem before purchasing a new item.
  If the above troubleshooting doesn't fix the problem, click here.
• Unlicensed products are not fully compatible with our systems and may not work correctly.
• Check all of the system connections to verify that they are firm and correct.
  • For AV connections Remove the AV cables and reinsert them with a slight twisting motion
  • For RF connections Make sure the channel switch on the TV and system are set to the same channel (either CH3 or CH4)
• Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the OFF position. Remove the Game Pak and re-load it, pressing firmly to make sure it is locked in place.Important Note: Removing the Game Pak with the power ON will cause the Game Pak image to freeze on the screen. Press Reset to correct the problem. Always turn your system OFF before inserting or removing Game Paks.
• Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the ON position.
If the above troubleshooting doesn't fix the problem, see below.

click here to find out what options are available for repair or replacement of your product. If you simply need to order parts or accessories, you may want to check out our Online Store. Nintendo's Online Store still carries many parts and accessories for our older products.

I am guessing that it sounds like it is a glitch then with your SNES console try cleaning the game packs out with rubbing alcohol and quips same thing goes for the game pack reader too. The worst case scenario is that the console is on its way out or the graphics chip is not working properly.

I think that the console is broken so you could try and send it to a place that fixes old consoles look it up on google.

I think that if you type in google Super Nintendo console manual you might be able to get one.

I have had this message before with my SNES console whenever I had tried to play super Mario all stars for the super NES console it means that the game pack is either a fake or a copied one. I had bought another Mario all stars at Luke games and that message didn't come up because it was a real one that I had purchased.

Well I think that it might be the av cables that are causing it to be in black,gray and white then. Or the tv might be having an issue with the rca jacks on the tv where you hook up the av cables or it could be the aux or video 1 2 or 3 that is not working so try another video or aux number too see if it will make a difference.

Well I think that the controllers are broken now and you can buy new ones that work.

Well you could try buying a broken Super Nintendo console off of EBay and get the part that you need to be replaced. If you find a broken SNES console with a reset switch button that is fine then.

Well maybe the internal parts inside of the game pack are broken or damage for this to occur. You can't fix the game pack but you can buy a new one.

Maybe it could of had been that somebody was trying to tamper with the console. Or maybe they had tried to put a device that explodes in there.

Well I think that the ac adapter is causing the type of a problem because the cord on the ac adapter that allows the SNES to give it its power in order to work is loose. Try using another ac adapter too see if it will make a difference.

I am currently have the same problem with my ac adapter for my Super Nintendo console well you could buy a new ac apter to see if it makes a difference. . Maybe the wire are loose in the ac adapter then or there is something wrong with the parts inside of the adapter.

Blank Screen

1. Make sure your system is hooked up correctly. This is the number one reason for a blank screen. To ensure all hookup connections are firm and correct, remove the AV cables and reinsert them with a slight twisting motion (this will help fully seat the connections). For more information about connecting the system, check the following hookup steps:
   • Audio/Video Cable to a TV
   • Audio/Video Cable to a VCR
2. Make sure you are using all licensed accessories with your system. Unlicensed products are not fully compatible with Nintendo systems and may not work correctly.
3. Make sure the system has power. If not, go to the No Power Light instructions.
4. Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the OFF position. Remove the Game Pak and re-load it, pressing firmly to ensure it is locked in place. Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the ON position. Important Note: Inserting the game with the Power ON may result in a blank screen. Always turn your system OFF before inserting or removing Game Paks
5. There may be a problem in one of your hookup cables and not your system. Try purchasing a new connection cable (where to buy). You can also try borrowing the cable from a friend to see if it solves your problem before purchasing a new item.

If the above troubleshooting doesn't fix the problem, click here.

Note: It is possible that the problem you have may be game play related. For example, if you cannot defeat a particular enemy, or are missing an item you need to complete an area, the problem is likely game play related and there is nothing wrong with your game. Please check our game play help for assistance. If the problem you are experiencing is with just one game, please follow the steps below. If the problem is with all games, please visit the troubleshooting section for the system you have, by clicking here.

1. Check for Unlicensed products. Make sure that you're using only licensed products with your Nintendo system. Unlicensed products are not tested for compatibilty and may not work correctly with all games. Try playing the game without the unlicensed accessory.
2. Insert the Game Pak into the system. The Game Pak label should be facing the front of the machine (or facing up if you are using an original NES).
3. Make sure the Game Pak firmly clicks down into place.
4. Remove all accessories to see if the Game Pak works correctly without the accessory. If the game does work correctly once the accessory is removed, then the game pak and the accessory may not be compatible. Check the game pak instruction manual.
5. Check the instruction manual for the game to see if it requires any special accessories to operate (such as the Super Scope, NES Zapper, SNES Mouse, etc.).
6. Do not blow into your Game Paks or systems. The moisture in your breath can corrode and contaminate the pin connectors.

If these steps do not eliminate the symptoms you're experiencing with your game, we recommend purchasing a replacement from a retailer or online auction site that carries older products. For more information, click here.

I do not think on that the red power light could burn out on an SNES console but you never know.

1. ake sure you are using a licensed AC Adapter (the system's power cord). The name "Nintendo" should be molded into the actual AC Adapter unit. If it says "for use with Nintendo" it may be an unlicensed product Unlicensed products are not fully compatible with Nintendo systems and may not work correctly.
2. Make sure you are not using any game enhancing devices. Such devices are unlicensed and are not recommended by Nintendo, as they may not let your system function properly.
3. Firmly plug the AC Adapter into the AC Adapter port on the back of the Control Deck and firmly plug the AC Adapter into the wall outlet.
4. Make sure your wall outlet works. To check it, try plugging a lamp into the same outlet where your system was plugged in. Turn the lamp on the verify the outlet works. Also, make sure you are not using an outlet that is operated from a wall switch (if you do, make sure the wall switch is in the ON position).
5. Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the ON position.
6. Check to ensure that the AC Adapter is not damaged (i.e., the dog chewed the cable). If it is damaged, you may want to purchase a replacement AC Adapter.

What to do if Troubleshooting doesn't help Due to the age of the system, we no longer offer factory repairs directly from Nintendo. Please click here to find out what options are available for repair or replacement of your product. If you simply need to order parts or accessories, you may want to check out our Online Store. Nintendo's Online Store still carries many parts and accessories for our older products.

I am guessing that the console is just getting old then. Other Screen Problems

1. Make sure you are using only licensed accessories with your system. We find that video problems occur most when an unlicensed RF switch is used. Make sure the name "Nintendo" is molded onto the RF switch, as opposed to "for use with Nintendo." Unlicensed products are not fully compatible with our systems and may not work correctly.
2. Check all of the system connections to verify that they are firm and correct.
   • For AV connections Remove the AV cables and reinsert them with a slight twisting motion
   • For RF connections Make sure the channel switch on the TV and system are set to the same channel (either CH3 or CH4)
3. Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the OFF position. Remove the Game Pak and re-load it, pressing firmly to make sure it is locked in place. Important Note: Removing the Game Pak with the power ON will cause the Game Pak image to freeze on the screen. Press Reset to correct the problem. Always turn your system OFF before inserting or removing Game Paks.
4. Slide the Power Switch on the Control Deck to the ON position.

If the above troubleshooting doesn't fix the problem, see below.