I got a call from my brother saying that for some unknown reason, his Vizio TV didn’t seem to power on, and being someone eager to lend a helping hand wherever tech gadgets are involved, I offered to help him fix this issue.
I started to do some research by going through Vizio TV help forums and any reliable information I could find about the issue.
After gathering enough information and finally turning the Vizio TV on, I’ll be sharing the reasons why Vizio TV won’t turn on, and how to fix a Vizio TV that won’t turn on.
Why is My Vizio TV Not Turning On?
If your Vizio TV won’t turn on, first, check to see if the power cable is plugged in correctly and if the outlet is working. Also, check the batteries in your Vizio remote or use the power button on the TV itself.
Other reasons why your Vizio TV won’t turn on are the power cord not securely connected to the TV, a faulty power button, or damaged hardware.
In the next section, I’ll be sharing detailed troubleshooting steps to follow when Vizio TV is not turning on.
How to Fix a Vizio TV That Won’t Turn On
1. Perform a Power Cycle
The first troubleshooting step to follow if your Vizio TV won’t turn on is performing a power cycle.
A power cycle is a simple restart that resolves almost all power-related issues by draining any reserve energy.
Here’s how to perform a power cycle on your Vizio TV.
- First, unplug the other end of the TV power cord from the wall outlet.
- Next, locate the power button on your Vizio TV and press and hold it for about 10-15 seconds.
- Finally, wait another 30 seconds before plugging your TV back into the wall outlet.
After the Vizio TV is plugged back in, try turning it on again and the issue should now be fixed.
2. Check the Power Cable and Outlet
The next thing you’ll need to check when a TV won’t turn on is the power supply to the TV. Make sure the Vizio TV is plugged into a working outlet and that the power cable is securely connected to the TV.
You can check if the wall outlet in your home is working by plugging in another device. If the device doesn’t power on then there is an issue with that outlet and you’ll need to use a different one.
After the status of your outlet has been confirmed as working, what you’ll want to do next is check if the power cord is loose.
Here are some troubleshooting steps to check your Vizio TV cable and outlet:
- Examine the back of your TV and make sure the power cord has not come loose from the back of the television.
- Next, do the same for the other part of the cord that goes to the wall outlet.
- Now that the cables are securely plugged in, power on your Vizio TV using the power button on the TV itself.
If the Vizio TV still won’t turn on, after performing a power cycle, and checking the cables and outlet, go on to the next steps.
3. Check the Vizio Remote
If the Vizio TV won’t turn on using the remote control, then your TV might be alright and the issue should be from your remote.
Here are some troubleshooting steps to get your Vizio remote working again.
Check Vizio TV Remote Batteries
If Vizio TV won’t turn on using the remote, then it is possible that the batteries are dying or they’re already dead. If this is the case, the only way to fix it is to have the batteries replaced.
Power Cycle the Vizio Remote
If the power button on the remote still doesn’t work, you can perform a power cycle on the remote to drain any residual power in your remote’s capacitors. Here’s how:
- First, remove the back of your Vizio remote and take out both batteries.
- Next, after the batteries are removed, press and hold the power button on the remote for 15 seconds.
- Finally, go ahead and insert the batteries back in your remote and try turning the TV on.
If you have followed the steps and the remote still doesn’t work, then there might be an issue with the remote control and you’ll need to have it replaced.
Alternatively, you can power on your Vizio TV without a remote using the power button on the TV or the Vizio mobile app.
4. Check for Hardware Issues
At this point, you’ll need to consider the possibility that your TV has a hardware issue. And hardware issues will require professional help to get fixed.
What you’ll want to do is check if you have an active warranty on your TV. If you have an active warranty, you’ll need to contact Vizio support and describe the issue to them.
It’s now left for Vizio to determine whether or not it is covered under warranty, and then have it either repaired or replaced.
But if you are an expert, you can take off the back cover of the TV and have a look at the TV panel and exam the T-Con board, power supply board, or the main board.
Note: Tampering with your TV without experience in how to fix hardware issues can cause more problems or worse render your warranty void.
5. Contact Vizio Support
The troubleshooting steps above should be enough to get your Vizio TV working again, but if it still doesn’t work up to this point, then you might need to contact Vizio’s customer support for further assistance.
A Vizio tech support personnel might provide steps for your particular Vizio TV model.
Final Thoughts
From my research and experience, the reasons and steps mentioned in this guide should work perfectly on any model Vizio TV you have.
Key points
If you have a Vizio TV that is not turning on, do the following:
- Unplug your TV from the wall and hold the power button for 10-15 seconds.
- Check if the wall outlet is working properly.
- Check if the power cord is securely plugged into the TV.
- Change the batteries on your Vizio remote.
- Remove the batteries from your remote and hold the power button for 30 seconds.
- Check if the power button is faulty.
If none of these fixes worked for you, contact Vizio Support.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is my Vizio TV light blinking and not turning on?
The Vizio TV logo blinking and not turning on could be due to a firmware issue or a power surge. The firmware may be corrupted, causing the TV to blink continuously as it tries to repair itself.
One solution is to change the power outlet, as this may help with any power-related issues. Additionally, restarting the TV with a power cycle may help resolve the issue.
Is there a reset button on a Vizio TV?
No, there is no dedicated reset button on a Vizio TV, but you can perform a reset by holding down the volume down and input buttons on the back of your TV.
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Why did my TV go black and won’t turn on?
Your TV will go black and won’t turn on if your cables are not securely connected or are faulty, or have outdated firmware updates. Other reasons include hardware issues with the power supply board or display.
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