If you can’t enjoy watching anything on your Sony TV anymore because of an annoying flickering, you’re not alone. There are several issues that often affect the display of your TV this way, and most of them are fixable. So what are these issues, and how can you stop your Sony TV from flickering?
The main reasons your Sony TV is flickering are problems with the power supply or cables, backlight panel issues, or wrong display settings. To fix this issue, ensure all the hardware parts work, restart the tv or adjust picture settings. You can also try updating the operating system.
Still unsure about what you should do? In the rest of this article, I will explain all these causes in detail and then go through all the solutions step by step.
Reasons Why the Screen of My Sony TV Is Flickering
There are a few possible reasons why your Sony TV is suddenly flickering. Some of them are related to the usual wear and tear of hardware, while some others might be a little more complicated.
Damaged Cables
Damaged cables can be the reason why your Sony TV screen is flickering. In particular, the HDMI cables often used to connect your TV to another device are likely the culprit. These cables are pretty delicate, so any form of damage may cause connectivity issues.
If you’re using a streaming device or a gaming console, you usually need an HDMI cable to connect it to your TV. A faulty connection between the two will affect the display, making it impossible for you to watch anything.
Damaged Backlight Panel LED Lights
Another possible hardware issue is a faulty backlight panel. Your Sony TV contains a panel made of LED lights that backlight your display. Over time, the LED lights in the backlight panel might become faulty or break. This panel is essential to the quality of the images you see and once it gets damaged, you’ll notice issues with the display, including flickering.
Advanced Picture Settings
Sometimes advanced picture settings cause issues with your Sony TV screen. As a modern, high-tech TV, your Sony includes an array of advanced features that help improve your user experience.
However, these features can sometimes become too much for the TV to handle. Brightness settings, in particular, can overburden the backlight panels, which can cause the screen to flicker.
Problems With Power Supply
Your Sony TV is supposed to work using a stable electric current. However, a stable and sufficient power supply might not always be possible. This might happen because of general power issues in your home or area, but also because the cables that supply your TV with electric current might be faulty.
Outdated Operating System
Sony smart TVs have operating systems that need constant updates to optimize your user experience and get rid of different issues. One reason why your screen is flickering might be because your operating system is outdated. An outdated system can result in bugs and glitches that may be causing the display issues in your TV.
5 Fixes for a Sony TV Screen That Is Flickering
No matter the issue, there is no need to panic and throw away your perfectly good TV. Plenty of solutions can help you stop the flickering effect and fix your screen.
1. Check Your Power Source
One of the first things you can do is check if your Sony TV is receiving power the way it should. One simple way is to check whether the power cord is damaged. If it is, it might need to be replaced.
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If it’s a temporary issue because the cord simply isn’t connected well, you might just need to unplug your TV. Remove the power cord from the TV and the power outlet, and then plug it in again.
2. Fix Issues With Cables
Like with the power cord, try to see if the cables connecting your TV to your devices are damaged or faulty in some way. Before you check any cables, make sure to unplug the power cord of your TV to avoid any injuries.
Once you’ve unplugged your Sony TV, unplug all the cables. Inspect and clean them carefully and clean their ports on the TV as well. When you make sure there are no damages and obstructions, plug them securely, making sure they are tightened. After plugging everything back, turn on your TV to see if the flickering is gone.
3. Reset the TV
You can always reset your Sony TV in case there’s a glitch that’s causing your TV to flicker. Resetting your Sony TV is pretty easy:
- Turn the TV off.
- Unplug the power cord.
- Press the power switch, hold it for a few seconds, and then wait a few minutes.
- Plug the TV power cord again.
- Switch on the TV and see if the problem is fixed.
Alternatively, turn on your TV and hold the power button for a few seconds. You’ll see a list of options, including Restart. Select it and then wait for the TV to be turned back on.
4. Adjust Display Settings
There are some ways in which you can adjust the picture settings to fix flickering in your Sony TV. You might need to change the brightness or reset the display settings.
To adjust brightness:
- Press Quick Settings and then go to Picture Settings.
- Choose Brightness among the options.
- Toggle off Black Adjust.
- Turn off Advanced Contrast Enhancer.
To reset display settings:
- Go to Settings and choose Picture and Display Settings.
- Scroll and find Advanced Picture Settings.
- Go to Reset and then Confirm Reset.
5. Update Your Operating System
Depending on your operating system, you might need different instructions. However, the majority of Sony TVs operate with Android, so here’s how you can update your TV’s operating system:
- Make sure your TV is connected to the internet.
- Press Home on the Remote.
- Go to Help and then Status & Diagnostics.
- Go to System Software Update and Select Check for a system software update.
- The update will start automatically.
Final Thoughts
There are several reasons why your Sony TV is flickering. You might have an issue with damaged cables or a power cord, or it might be a settings issue. The advanced settings might be overloading your TV, causing your screen to flicker.
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To fix your flickering screen, ensure your cables are correctly plugged and not damaged. Additionally, you can try adjusting or turning off advanced settings or updating your operating system.
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Gizmo Geek Guide published this original article on November 1, 2022.