Apple TV is working but no picture.

Apple TV not working properly. My iphone remote sees it, so does iTunes. I can even add content to it via iTunes. But no matter how I try to reset it all I get is a big red screen once it boots completely. I get the Apple logo while the amber light is blinking then nothing and then the red screen. What is going on??? I have tried to unplug it and re plug it again with no luck. I have also reset it through the remote control, no luck.
It has been connected via HDMI since I purchased it and it was working flawlessly before the 3.0 upgrade.
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I suspect you've already tried these steps:
If your TV screen appears fuzzy or black (you see no video)
* When you connect power, check to make sure the LED turns on. If the LED is not on, then verify with a known good power outlet or connect something else to the outlet you're using for Apple TV and make sure it works (such as a lamp or clock).
* Make sure you're using the correct video cables and that they are connected firmly to Apple TV and to your TV.
* Make sure the input setting you've selected on your TV matches the input you have your video cables connected to. See the documentation that came with your TV for more information.
* If you are connected via HDMI, try unplugging and replugging your HDMI cable.
* If HDMI isn't working for you - then try component instead. Read more about HDMI vs component video.
If your TV screen still appears fuzzy or black, you may need to select a video mode your TV supports.
To select a video mode:
1. Press and hold both Menu and Menu up/scroll on the Apple Remote for about 6 seconds. Apple TV will cycle through different display resolutions.
2. When Apple TV reaches an acceptable display resolution and "If you can see the Apple logo, select OK" appears on your TV screen, press the Play button on the Remote.

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