How To Reboot LG TV – 4 Different Methods Guide

This write-up will focus on how to reboot LG tv. In recent times, television models have continued to evolve. For instance, apart from just watching cable content, one can surf the internet, play games, and download different apps.

LG TV models are reliable, and they perform so well. However, after using it for a while, you may start experiencing issues such as lagging or app crash which will prompt you to reboot it.

You don’t necessarily need to start looking for your TV manual, the contents of this write-up will show you how you can reboot your LG TV in different ways.

Rebooting LG TV 

This is the process of restarting your TV to correct some problems triggered by hardware or software. Periodically, it is advisable to restart your TV.

This helps to refresh the memory of the operating system. Rebooting differs from resetting because the latter erases your information and stored data. This option can only be adopted when you have tried other troubleshooting methods and none solved your problem.

Rebooting LG TV using the remote

If your LG remote is still available;

1. Tap on the Home Button to display the Menu.
2. Go down to ‘Settings’.
3. Choose General, then reset.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
5. Choose Confirm.
6. Type the TV password.
7. Choose Restart.

Rebooting without remote

If your remote is no longer available or has stopped functioning, it’s still possible to reboot your TV;

1. At the side of the TV, hold down the power button for 10 seconds.
2. Using the TV controls, select Menu.
3. Tap Settings >>> General >>> Reset Option.
4. Click Confirm when done.
5. Type the password if you have changed it or the default PIN.
6. The restart process will start, and the TV will automatically turn ON when the process is complete.

Rebooting without a password

Usually, you will be required to create a password when you set up your TV newly else the default PIN will still be active. However, if the default PIN didn’t reboot it;

1. On the remote, tap on Menu.
2. Navigate to Settings.
3. Move down to Advanced Settings.
4. Select Safety >>> Reset Password.
5. Double tap the channel up button >>> channel down button >>> then the channel up button once again.
6. Type 0313.
7. Enter 0000 in the next prompt.
8. Next, create a new password.

Rebooting the Operating System

For those that have WebOS LG TV, you can make use of the advanced features. Any issue involving the operating system cannot just be rectified by turning the TV off to reboot. When the is frozen, resetting it will fix the problem.

1. Hold the power and volume keys for about 10 seconds.
2. Once the LG LOGO appears, release the keys.
3. The TV and the software will start rebooting.

If it didn’t work, use this alternative method;

1. Switch ON the TV.
2. Hold both the ON/OFF button for 5 seconds until it turns off.
3. Switch the TV ON again to ensure the LG WebOS logo appears.

In Conclusion

Once you are having challenges with your LG TV, do not hesitate to reboot it. From the Home screen, navigate to Settings then select Restart. Follow the instructions on the screen until the TV finally turns OFF and restarts when the process is complete.

Frequently asked questions

What are the procedures to reboot my LG TV?

Simultaneously hold the Power keys and Volume down buttons until the logo appears and the TV starts rebooting.

Is there any Reset Button on LG TV?

There is no dedicated reset button to perform a SOFT/HARD reset on LG TV. But for you to perform a soft reset, press the ‘OK’ button for 5 seconds. Alternatively, you can press the middle button and hold for at least 5 seconds. This will trigger the soft reset.

Unlocking an LG TV in the absence of a remote

Just hold the TV’s power button to do the trick but this method might not work on some LG models. If that is the case, flip the power panel behind the TV, and unscrew the battery. This method is not advisable if you are not technically inclined.