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Why is my TV screen black but I can hear it?

Backlight issues: LCD screens use a backlight to light up images displayed on the screen. If the backlight experiences any technical issues, it won't light the display, and the screen will be black, but the user will still hear sound in the background. To fix this problem, TV owners need to repair their backlights.
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What should I do if my TV screen is black but there is sound?

Soft Reset
  1. Unplug your TV for 60 seconds. Don't just turn it off.
  2. Hold the power button down for 30 seconds after it is unplugged.
  3. Count slow on those 60 seconds or use a watch.
  4. Plug your TV back in and check for a picture. If it's working, you are done.
  5. If not, go to the next step.
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What does it mean if your TV has sound but no picture?

Check to see if the TV's brightness and picture settings are okay. If they are not properly set, make necessary adjustments and check to see if the TV starts to display pictures. Sometimes your TV may not display pictures because of a signal problem. The best way to check this is to switch to another channel.
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What to do when your LG TV turns on but the screen is black?

  1. Unplug the external component (if possible) for 30 seconds.
  2. Disconnect the HDMI cable from the TV and move it to an alternate port.
  3. Plug the device back in, and change the TV to the new input to see if the issue is resolved.
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Where is the LG TV reset button?

Resetting WebOS LG TV

It's the minus key on the left side of your remote. Press and hold the Power key. The button looks like a red Power button in the upper left corner of the remote. Release the buttons when you see the LG logo (about 12 seconds).
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TV Has Sound But No Picture Troubleshooting Guide

How do I know if my TV fuse is blown?

Remove the fuse from its holder. In some cases you may need a small screwdriver to unscrew the fuse holder cap. Look at the fuse wire. If there is a visible gap in the wire or a dark or metallic smear inside the glass then the fuse is blown and needs to be replaced.
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How long do TVS usually last?

The average lifespan of an LED at maximum or close-to-maximum brightness is 40,000 to 60,000 hours, or roughly 4.5 to 6.8 years. If you aren't watching TV for 24 hours a day (and I hope you're not), an LED TV like the 5-Series could last around 13 years, provided none of the other components fail beforehand.
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How much does it cost to fix a TV with no picture?

While the average TV repair cost can range between $60 and $350, screen repairs are typically more expensive. According to Angi, TV screen repair costs run from $200 to $1,000. The wide span in pricing has to do with local labor costs, replacement parts, diagnostic and transportation fees, and the type of TV.
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How do I know if my TV is bad?

If your screen is displaying bars, lines, dead pixels and other abnormalities, your flat-screen TV might be going bad. It might also be dying if it won't turn on, the sound quality is bad or the screen keeps flickering or fading.
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How do you know which fuse blew?

Open the fuse box and look at the glass containers that hold the fuses. If you can see that the fuse is visibly broken, or there is metallic residue on the glass from the fuse blowing, you will need to replace that particular fuse. Always turn your power off before replacing a fuse.
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How do you reboot a TV?

Turn off the TV. Unplug the television power cord (mains lead) from the electrical outlet. Let the television remain without power for 2 minutes. Plug the power cord (mains lead) back into the electrical outlet.
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Why is my Samsung TV power but black screen?

This can be caused by a variety of factors, including hardware or software issues, power problems, or issues with the HDMI connections. In many cases, the black screen of death can be fixed by restarting the TV or by resetting it to its factory settings.
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Do TVs need to be reset?

Smart TV. TVs are doing much more than they used to, so they too need a break every now and then as well. According to Shull, you should be restarting your smart TV at least once a month.
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Why am I stuck on a black screen?

Whether the black screen issue began before or after login, you should first try to restart the computer. Sometimes all it takes is a simple reboot to get the system back on track. If you can't restart the computer the normal way, try to access the power button by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Delete.
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Is black screen of death fixable?

The Black Screen of Death is usually caused by a software glitch (or Windows Update) but can often be repaired. Black screens that occur seemingly at random are usually the result of a more serious hardware problem. This will require component repair or replacement.
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Why has my LG TV gone dark?

If your LG TV's screen is too dark or the brightness keeps changing, the problem is the Energy Saving mode setting. By default, LG sets the Energy Saving to Auto, which means that the TV will automatically adjust the screen brightness depending on the ambient light it senses. This will save you energy usage.
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How do you reboot a LG?

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How and When to Do a Hard Reset on an LG Phone
  1. Turn off your phone. ...
  2. Without turning on your phone, press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons to initiate a soft reset.
  3. When you see the LG logo, release and then press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons again.
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What are common problems with LG TVs?

Some key issues with LG TVs include the following.
  • Banding. My Daily Alerts reports that one of the LG TV problems includes banding, which is sometimes called false contouring or posterization. ...
  • Color. ...
  • Sound. ...
  • HDMI. ...
  • Streaming.
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Did I ruin my TV screen?

Finger pressure when trying to move or turn the television. Spraying liquid cleaner on the screen, which can enter between the screen layers. Slight flexing or bending of the panel when trying to move it. Burning, warping, or melting due to an external heat source.
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