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Why wont my Nintendo Switch work on my TV?

Check procedure. First, remove your console, AC adapter, and HDMI cable from your Nintendo Switch dock
Nintendo Switch dock
The Nintendo Switch dock allows the user to display Nintendo Switch game play on the television. This item is to add an additional dock to easily move the Nintendo Switch between multiple televisions. AC Adapter and HDMI cable needed for complete set up.
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. * Also unplug the AC adapter from the mains socket, waiting at least 20 seconds before reconnecting it. * Also unplug the HDMI cable from your television.
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How do I get my TV to recognize my Nintendo switch?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable into the bottom terminal of the dock labeled "HDMI OUT," then connect the other end into an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock.
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Why is there no sound when I connect my switch to the TV?

Is the HDMI cable properly connected to the Nintendo Switch dock? Unplug the HDMI cable and reinsert it firmly to check if this resolves the issue.
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Why won t my Nintendo switch connect to the dock?

Remove the power cable and HDMI from your Switch Dock. After this, press and hold the power button for at least 10-13 minutes. After 30-40 seconds, try recycling your Nintendo and Television as well. Now, plug your switch back and try connecting the Nintendo switch to see if the problem is resolved.
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How do I reset my switch dock?

Unplug the HDMI cable from the dock. Then reset the AC adapter by disconnecting it from both ends for at least 30 seconds. While performing this step, verify you are using the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (model No.
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What does blinking light on switch dock mean?

When the Nintendo Switch AC adapter is first plugged into the dock, the TV output LED on the front of the dock will flash and shut off. This is normal.
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Why does my TV say no signal when HDMI is plugged in Nintendo Switch?

The connection is made through an HDMI cable, and if this cable is faulty then your TV might not receive the signal from your Switch. The simple solution is to use a different HDMI cable to connect your Nintendo Switch to your TV.
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Can you use any HDMI cable for Switch?

Connect your HDMI cable to the Switch's HDMI Out port

Both Nintendo Switch models output at 1080p resolution, so just about any decent HDMI cable will be fine for use with them.
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Why is my Nintendo Switch on but screen is black?

Damage can include frayed or split cord, loose connectors, kinks, etc. If a different charger is being used, replacing it with the correct accessory may resolve the problem. If any damage is found, the AC adapter will need to be replaced. You can purchase the Nintendo Switch AC adapter from the My Nintendo Store.
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Can you HDMI switch to TV without dock?

How to Connect Nintendo Switch to a TV Without the Dock. Clearly, you need a USB-C to HDMI adapter to play with your Nintendo Switch on a TV without the dock. To try this out, I ordered a standard USB-C to HDMI adapter from Amazon. It has three inputs, just like the back of the Switch's dock, and a single USB-C output.
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Why is there no signal for HDMI?

Make sure the TV and source device are both turned on, then disconnect the HDMI cable from one of the devices and then connect it again. If your TV supports HDMI Enhanced Format, and the source supports 4K, turn on the HDMI Input Enhanced setting to receive high quality 4K signals from the source.
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Why am I getting no HDMI signal?

Check for Cable Damage and Dust in Ports

Frayed cables, or those with nicks and cuts, may not work properly and may cause problems like the “No Signal” issue. This may also mean having to replace your HDMI cable.
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Why is my switch not turning on?

Your console may have frozen.

Press and hold the power button for at least 12 seconds to turn the console completely off. Then press the power button again to turn the console on. * If the above method fixes the problem, it's likely that your console was frozen with the screen turned off.
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Does the switch dock overcharge?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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How long does it take for switch to charge from dead on dock?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.
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Does Nintendo charge for repairs?

How much will it cost? If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty.
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How do I know if my HDMI port is working?

I suggest you to run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter and check if it helps.
  1. Type troubleshooting in the search bar.
  2. Select Troubleshooting.
  3. Select View all on the top left corner.
  4. Click on Hardware and Devices.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to run the troubleshooter.
  6. Check if issue persists.
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Why is my TV showing no signal?

Disconnect the HDMI cable from your source device and the TV and then reconnect making sure the connection is secure. If the issue continues, try using a different HDMI cable. Try connecting your source device to a different HDMI port on your TV, and then change the TV input to match the port used.
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Can you dock a Switch on a TV without dock?

Use an HDMI adapter instead of a Dock to be able to play your Switch on your TV! Plug the USB-C cables and HDMI into the adapter, then plug the HDMI into your TV.
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Can you connect Nintendo Switch to TV wirelessly?

It is not possible to natively cast the Nintendo Switch screen to a TV wirelessly. However, you can use a wireless HDMI kit to send audio/video wirelessly to a TV. Unfortunately, you must provide power for the wireless HDMI transmitter. You can also use a USB C to HDMI adapter to do the same thing.
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How do I know if my switch dock is broken?

After inserting your console, check that the indicator light on your dock is illuminated. (If not, press your console's POWER Button again.) * If the dock light is flashing, it's possible that there's a problem with the dock.
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