Whether you have just bought a new Sony TV and it has suddenly stopped working or you have owned a Sony model for years, it is always frustrating when your TV screen shuts down and refuses to turn back on. However, it may not be all doom and gloom because we may have the answer and solution to why your Sony TV is not turning on. You can forget about having to fork out hundreds of pounds on a new Sony Bravia TV with this guide which will provide all the common faults people experience with their Sony TV and the solutions on how to easily fix them with no expertise required!

 

Your Sony TV is not plugged in


It may seem obvious, but when our expensive TVs suddenly stop working we resort to all sorts of extremes on the reasons why the TV may have broken down. However, within all this chaos a very simple technique that I’m sure even people with the most basic of skills can resort to and no that is not hitting the remote up and down on the sofa before any of you get ahead of yourselves… 

First and foremost, you should always try the basics and in this case, check that your TV is connected to the mains electric supply but also to your TV. Ensuring both sides are fully plugged in, more often than not will fix any issues you are suffering with your Sony TV. Always fully unplug your TV, turn off the switch and wait for 2 to 3 minutes, plug your TV back in and then turn the switch back on. This should do the trick! 

 

Issues with the Remote


Now, if the basics didn’t work and your TV wasn’t unplugged and the TV is still displaying a black screen and is unresponsive it is always best to check the second most common fault. If your TV is unresponsive to your remote control it may be the case that your Sony TV remote has run out of batteries. Simply replace these batteries with the required type and try the remote again. If you think there is a different issue with the remote and it is not to do with dead batteries, try the power button on the side of your Sony TV. 

 

The Energy Saving Switch is turned off

 

Most new Sony TVs, come along with many new innovative features. One of these new features is an energy-saving switch. Check the TV manual if you are unsure if your TV has this feature and where to find it. As a common rule, the energy-saving button will most likely be located near the power-off button on the side of your TV however it is always best to double-check the TV manual. If your TV does include this feature, try turning it on. This may fix any issues at hand because when this energy-saving feature is turned off, the power consumed by your Sony TV is reduced and your TV can’t turn on. 

 

Incorrect TV Source

 

Another common issue that occurs when people are seeing a black screen is that their TV is actually on and working perfectly normal. However, the channel display input is on a different source. In basic terms, this is like if you wanted to watch ITV but your TV was displaying BBC you would need to change the channel to get there. This is the same sort of situation. To change your input video source, first, find the remote and look for the source button. Press the source button and this will display all the input sources on your TV. Simply navigate through each source until you find the one to which your device is connected to. You can then use your TV as normal. 

 

Issues with the Sony power supply


If you have tried the basics and they have all failed to work, it is now probably best that we take a look at some common faults which can occur to Sony TVs. Your Sony TV will indicate if there is an issue with the Sony power supply by showing a constant red flashing light whenever you try and turn it on. To fix this issue it is always best to get in contact with Sony support or a third-party professional that will help guide you through the next steps. 

TV is overheating


If your TV has a red light that is blinking red eight times whenever you try to power it on, this means that the TV is overheating and there is too much dust covering the air vents. To fix this, unplug your TV and turn it around so you have clear access to the air vents. With a small vacuum or compressed air can with a nozzle attached to it, hover over each duct but avoid getting too close. You should notice all the dust coming out of the air ducts. Once complete and all the dust is removed, put your TV back in place, connect it and turn it back on.

 

Conclusion


In the majority of cases, your Sony TV is a lot easier to fix than you may have previously thought, however, if you have tried all our tips and tricks to no success it is always best to contact the Sony support team directly and they will be able to assist you. Newer Sony TV models have LED indicators that can help direct you to the problem by flashing in different ways which relate to a problem within the user manual. However, if you are still unsure it is always best to speak to an expert.

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