Likely fix
Fix: Game console says no signal on TV
A console no signal problem is usually caused by wrong TV input, loose HDMI, display resolution mismatch, HDCP issue, or console sleep/power state.
Quick answer
Select the correct HDMI input, reconnect HDMI, restart the console, then try another HDMI cable or port.
Important warning
HDMI switches, capture cards, and AV receivers can add another failure point. Connect the console directly to the TV while testing.
Try this
- 1 Make sure the console is powered on.
- 2 Select the correct HDMI input on the TV.
- 3 Unplug and reconnect the HDMI cable at both ends.
- 4 Restart the console.
- 5 Try another HDMI port on the TV.
- 6 Try another HDMI cable.
- 7 If the console was used with another TV, reset video output settings if your console supports it.
- 8 Disable or bypass HDMI switches, capture cards, or receivers while testing.
Common causes
Wrong TV input.
Loose HDMI cable.
Console is asleep or frozen.
Resolution or HDR mismatch.
HDCP handshake issue.
HDMI switch or receiver problem.
What to check next
- Check console power light.
- Check direct HDMI connection to TV.
- Check another HDMI cable.
- Check another HDMI port.
- Check whether the console works on another TV.