VD22P No Signal Troubleshooting & Connection Guide

If your VD22P shows “No Signal or No Signal Detected”, it means the recorder is not receiving a valid video signal from the source device. This is usually caused by an incorrect output port, wrong cable type, incompatible adapter, or the source device not outputting AV/S-Video video.

Important: The VD22P records incoming AV (CVBS) or S-Video signals. It does not play VHS tapes, DVDs, or camcorder tapes by itself. A separate playback device is required.

Check the Input Mode on the VD22P

When using an AV/composite video connection, “CVBS” should appear in the top-right corner of the VD22P screen. When using S-Video, “S-Video” should appear instead.

Press the Input Selection Button to switch between input modes.

vd22p input mode display example

For VCR / VHS Player with AV Output

Use the rear AV/RCA OUT ports

Many VCRs have both input and output ports. The VD22P must be connected to the VCR’s AV/RCA OUT ports.

  • Use: Rear AV/RCA OUT ports on the VCR.
  • Do not use: Front AV/RCA input ports.
  • Do not use: AV/RCA IN ports on the back of the VCR.
Correct VCR AV output connection
Tip: If possible, connect the VCR directly to a TV using the same AV cable. If the TV also shows no picture, the issue is likely related to the VCR, tape, or cable.

For VCR with SCART output

If your VCR uses SCART output, you need a SCART-to-AV output adapter. Some SCART adapters are input-only and will not work.

  • Use a SCART-to-AV adapter with an INPUT/OUTPUT switch, and make sure it is set to OUTPUT.
  • Use the SCART port labeled AV1, TV, or Output.
  • Do not use AV2 or Decoder ports.
SCART to AV output adapter connection

For a DVD Player Use with Component Port

A standard Component cable is used to connect the DVD player to the recorder.

  • Match the cable colors.
  • Connect to the Component Video Output ports.
  • Connect to the L/R Audio Output ports.
DVD player component connection

For a Game Console Use

SUse the original Component output cable supplied with your console, or a compatible Component output cable designed for your console.

Game console component connection
Note: The HDMI port on the VD22P is designed solely for video output to a TV and cannot be used as a video input. When connected to a TV, the built-in screen turns off and the built-in speakers are muted. Both are restored automatically when the HDMI cable is disconnected. This model does not support S-Video input.

Need More Help?

If you have any other questions about using your VD22P, please contact PORTTA Technical Support for assistance.

When contacting support, please include your source device model, connection method, and photos or videos of the setup if available.