Adding a smart TV to your home theater system will allow you to connect to the Internet and access a range of video, sports, and gaming applications. However, as with any piece of technology, issues and malfunctions may arise. Familiarize yourself with the following common smart TV issues and how to troubleshoot them so that your night of binge-watching won’t be interrupted for too long.

A Guide to Smart TV Issues

1. No Internet Connectivity

While Internet access allows you to utilize your smart TV fully, it can cause issues when setting up your new device. If you are having trouble accessing your WiFi, make sure that you’ve used the correct password. If you have installed a firewall, give your TV access to the network.

After setup, if you find that your TV regularly loses Internet connectivity, it may be too far from the router. Move the router closer to your entertainment center or invest in a WiFi extender. If your TV loses connection relatively infrequently, it might be an occasional issue with your service provider, and restarting the router should reconnect your service.

2. Application Glitches

It can be frustrating to open an application only for it to freeze or fail to load. If this occurs, exit out of the application and restart it. Most smart TV applications are relatively new, so providers like Google® and Apple® are continually releasing updates that will help these programs work better.

Depending on the brand of your smart TV, the TV itself might require regular software updates, and the company may even work with their development team to improve performance. Before you settle in for a movie, check your update settings and make sure they’re set to automatic so that the updates can download in the background conveniently.

3. Incorrect Display Mode

If a movie appears too dark or the images on a video game look faded, the TV might be set on the wrong display mode. Browse through the display options to find a setting that is optimized to what you are currently watching or playing. Most TVs have a “theatrical” mode that is ideal for movies and TV shows, and they also provide “gaming” modes that are optimized for video game graphics. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different settings to find the ones you prefer, as you can reset them very quickly.

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