Among all the problems that can arise with a Samsung TV, the most frustrating one has got to be when the TV won’t turn on at all. How can it be possible to troubleshoot it if you only have a black screen?
Try out these easy fixes and see if your Samsung Smart TV comes back to life!
Common Samsung TV Problems
We think it’s much easier to troubleshoot your Samsung TVs if you have an idea of the possible reasons as to why the TV won’t turn on even when you press power.
- Broken TV remote control
- Power Issues (broken power cord or bad power supply)
- Broken HDMI cable
- Broken surge protectors
- The motherboard is broken (or other internal problems)
These are just a few possible reasons. It’s also possible there are other serious problems, but decide on that later on after trying all these easier solutions.
Situations and Solutions: Fix Your Samsung TV ASAP
To make it easier, we’ll give you different scenarios so you can easily determine which fix will be most applicable for you.
#1: Red Standby Light Is On, But Samsung TV Won't Turn On
The red light indicates that a TV is turned off but on standby mode. This is also the standby light display you’ll see on a smart TV that is working properly.
So if the red light appears, chances are, the Samsung TV is functioning properly and it’s the remote control that has a problem. You can turn on the TV power button instead. It’s usually located at the bottom part.
It’s difficult to use a Samsung TV without remote control and it’s not like the old television system where there are buttons near the TV screen. Here’s how you can quickly tweak it to be fixed.
Remote Control Quick Fix
You can go about this in two ways:
- Give your remote new batteries.
- Download a universal remote control app on your mobile device while you figure out and fix the remote problem.
If the TV still doesn’t turn on with the TV power button but the light is on, an external device such as the remote control app, and despite the new batteries of the remote control, then there might be other problems.
#2: Red Standby Light is Off, and Samsung TV Won't Turn On
If the standby light is off, that most likely means that the Samsung TV is no longer on standby mode but it’s already on. The tirth is, you’re just not seeing anything.
You can press the other buttons on your TV to confirm (except for the power button). See if it has sounds or interacts with the buttons you’re pressing.
Black Screen Fixes
Black screens are usually caused by external devices such as a One Connect Box. If there’s no signal or the HDMI cable of the device isn’t plugged in properly, your TV screen won’t show anything.
- Press the menu button: If it appears, then the TV is working fine. Check if you’re on the correct HDMI interface (i.e., device is connected to HDMI 1 cable port, go to HDMI 1 via Source)
- Disconnect and reconnect: Plug and unplug the box, and make sure it’s connected properly.
Unplug and Check for a Power Issue
If your TV won’t turn on, it could also very well be a problem with the power source and not really with the Samsung TV in itself.
- Unplug the TV for a few minutes and plug it back in. Check if it will switch on once plugged back in.
- Unplug the TV and connect to another working outlet. If the light turns on, or if it works well, then that means it’s receiving power and your previous outlet is the problem.
#3: Red Standby Light is Blinking, and Samsung TV Won't Turn On
A flashing standby light (blinking red light) can be an indicator of an issue with the voltages and power supply. You may want to check surge protectors first to see if there was an oversupply or mismatch of voltages.
Change them if you can, or try to plug your TV in another area with a compatible surge protector to see if it’s the Samsung TV’s problem.
Reset and Rest for a Few Hours
If all these don’t work, consider giving your Samsung TV a few hours of power rest. It could be overworked or overheated considering the amount of work it does with all the apps.
The rest also applies to you, it must have been tiring to troubleshoot all that in one go!
Contact Samsung Service Repair
If you’ve tried everything within your power and your Samsung TV won’t turn on, there isn’t much we can do since the screen isn’t even turning on.
It’s now probably a problem with the motherboard or main board, which is a job for the Samsung fix and repair service. There may also be other internal problems that are beyond a quick fix.
Samsung TV Won't Turn On: Frequently Asked Questions
How to do a Factory Reset for a TV That Won't Turn On?
This is definitely another good solution. All you have to do is to hold the power button. You can do this on your remote, or if it’s not working, on the button near the actual TV unit.
How Can I Tell if it's the Problem with the Fuse?
As our team mentioned earlier, the problem can be with your fuse or surge protector and not on your TV. This can be a riskier task, so we suggest contacting an electrician to help find the problem for you.
But if you must, you can remove the fuse from its holder and unscrew the fuse cap.
Inside, you’ll see the wires. If there are gaps (looks disconnected) or there seem to be some smears, then your fuse has probably blown up. We strongly recommend replacing them immediately.
Is the Problem of a Samsung TV Not Turning On Normal?
You’d be surprised to know that despite the good reputation and high-quality products of the brand, these problems are more normal than you think.
While Samsung has the capacity to improve some of it, it’s also because the inner workings of Smart TVs, in general, are more complex than ordinary ones. They also require more power, more voltage limitations, and such.
Imagine all the streaming apps, plus the external boxes you connect to it, your TV is doing a lot of work. So most often than not, the glitches are minor and fixable in easy steps.
Summary: Problems vs. Solutions
To make it easier for you, let’s place them side by side for our summary. We’ll list down the problems and the corresponding fix below.
Broken TV Remote
For some situations, the problem is probably with the remote.
- Change batteries
- Download a universal app on your mobile or any other device.
- Press the power button on the actual TV device.
TV Power Issues
In some instances, the problem is with the power supply:
- Change the surge protector
- Disconnect the TV power for a while
- Change outlets
If you’re unsure, don’t tinker with the electricity outlets too much. It’s a risky task if you’re not knowledgeable about it. It’s best to call an expert to fix this one.
Problem with External Devices of the Samsung TV
If your standby light is working fine; if your Samsung TV responds to other buttons; and if there are sounds but your screen isn’t showing anything, the problem might be with an external source plugged in.
- Check the HDMI source [1] of the TV
- See if the device works on other TV units or elsewhere
- Check the TV signal
Broken Samsung TV Motherboard
If the motherboard of the TV is broken, then no power button or standby light or any other fixes can offer much help to turn that screen on.
If this is the case, contact Samsung repair. If you’re not sure about the problem, we suggest not to experiment with your TV too much to avoid further problems.
Conclusion
We hope these easy fixes were able to save you some repair costs. These glitches happen to a lot of Samsung TVs, and Samsung has a reliable service repair and online guides you can approach anytime.
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