{"id":181,"date":"2023-11-25T18:17:51","date_gmt":"2023-11-25T18:17:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smarttvbase.com\/?p=181"},"modified":"2023-11-25T18:17:51","modified_gmt":"2023-11-25T18:17:51","slug":"lg-smart-tv-picture-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smarttvbase.com\/lg-smart-tv-picture-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"LG Smart TV Picture Problems &#038; Fixes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s without argument that LG smart TVs are one of the best out there. Whether you\u2019re making a list of top high-end smart TVs, or low-budget smart TVs, LG has got a model that cuts. While it\u2019s normal to expect perfection with its popularity, it\u2019s not always the case. There have been multiple cases where users have complained about their TVs having picture problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you happen to be among such affected users, don\u2019t worry we\u2019ve got you. In this article, we will be giving step-by-step guides on how to fix an LG TV being faced with picture problems. Now before we get to that, it\u2019ll be worth talking about some possible causes so you avoid them going forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-48\" src=\"https:\/\/smarttvbase.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/best-picture-settings-for-lg-nanocell-tv.jpg\" alt=\"best smart tv picture problems\" width=\"800\" height=\"514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarttvbase.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/best-picture-settings-for-lg-nanocell-tv.jpg 800w, https:\/\/smarttvbase.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/best-picture-settings-for-lg-nanocell-tv-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smarttvbase.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/best-picture-settings-for-lg-nanocell-tv-768x493.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><b>LG Smart TV Picture Problems: Possible Causes<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LG smart TVs are usually durable, as such, if you happen to be having picture problems you most likely have been doing something wrong, or your TV set has developed a serious fault, especially if you\u2019ve been using it for a long time.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Bad HDMI Cable\/Port<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, especially if you\u2019ve been using your device for a while, this would be your problem. It usually occurs when you have bad cable management coupled with a low-quality cable that gets to develop faults over time. You can easily solve this issue by replacing the HDMI cable with a new one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While that\u2019s the case, your device can also experience the same fault signatures when the HDMI port connecting the TV to a TV Box\/decoder is bad. You can often experience it when the cables are moved slightly. If this is your problem, you may need to take it to a certified LG technician to have a look.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Power Supply<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this may come as a surprise to some, it\u2019s a real thing; no sufficient power supply can lead to your TV having multiple issues. Power issues can often result in issues like image retention when traces of an image are burned to a screen for an extended period, inconsistent coloring, and even false contouring or posterization.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Outdated Firmware<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often related to posterization and HDMI cable compatibility; LG has consistently looked for ways to update their TV\u2019s firmware such that it doesn\u2019t experience the issue. If you happen to haven\u2019t updated your firmware yet, it could be the reason why you\u2019re still having picture problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Wrong Picture Settings<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s so often the case with new users, they make some custom settings which in some scenarios is perfect but isn\u2019t always effective in others. In this case, you\u2019ll need to do a complete reset or readjust the TV picture settings to suit the current environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Hardware Problems<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, it\u2019s possible that your problem is caused by an issue from the factory. It\u2019s usually the case with some devices, such that even though you do the right setup, the picture problem still arises. You\u2019ll need to get a replacement if you bought from a vendor that offers a warranty.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>LG Smart TV Picture Problems: How to Fix<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, a lot of the causes of picture problems on LG smart TVs can be fixed by simple troubleshooting methods. At the same time, if your case requires more advanced techniques, you\u2019ll be better off activating your warranty package or at least, sending it to a certified LG TV technician.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Power Cycle the TV<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases where your picture problem was caused by a power supply or wrong picture settings, the easiest solution is to power cycle the device. This method can also help in solving image burning and false contouring issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All you need do is plug out the power cable from your socket, wait for about 5 minutes, and plug it back in. If your case isn\u2019t too complicated, your system should return to normal when it boots up.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Turn Off Energy Saving Feature<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is often the solution to employ when your TV has an image-burning problem is caused by power-saving features. You\u2019ll want to turn off the power-saving feature if your picture problems are being caused by power issues. To do this, on your remote, navigate through Settings &gt;&gt; Picture &gt;&gt; Energy Savings &gt;&gt; Set to Off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Factory Reset Smart TV<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your case has to do with a wrong setting that a simple power cycling exercise can\u2019t remove, your next option will be a proper factory reset. There are two ways to reset an LG smart TV; with a remote if you know and have a password set and with the buttons on the TV. We\u2019ve outlined a step-by-step guide to do both below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>How to Factory Reset your LG Smart TV with a Remote<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the Settings button on your remote.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select All Settings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select General.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select Reset to Initial Settings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter your TV password if prompted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select OK to confirm.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>How to Factory Reset your LG Smart TV with TV Buttons<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn off the TV.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press and hold the Volume Down button on the side of the TV.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While holding the Volume Down button, plug the TV back in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue holding the Volume Down button until the Factory Reset screen appears.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to select Yes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the Power button to confirm.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s without argument that LG smart TVs are one of the best out there. 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