Is your Sony TV blinking red light 6 times and stuck on the rebooting loop?
Then here is an extensive guide for you to know how to solve the problem.
In this write-up, we have explained the possible causes and the solutions to fix the Sony TV. So, keep reading till you find a working solution for you.
Why Is My Sony TV Blinking Red 6 Times?
Sony TV can blink red light 6 times due to the following reasons:
- HDMI fault
- Blacklight issue
- Faulty motherboard
- Interference of other connected devices.
How To Fix If Sony TV Red Light Blinks 6 Times?
Here are the ways to fix the Sony TV blinking red lights.
Follow the methods as explained below.
Also Read: What to do when Sony TV cannot connect to Wi-Fi.
1) Check The HDMI Cable
Check the HDMI cable connected to the Sony TV when it blinks red light 6 times.
Sometimes the cables are loosely connected or damaged, causing these issues.
So, ensure the HDMI cable is firmly connected to the TV. You can disconnect the cable and then connect it back.
Also, ensure that the HDMI cable is not damaged. If so, replace the cable and see if it solves the problem.
2) Power Reset Your Sony TV
When Sony TV is blinking red light 6 times, reset it.
Follow these steps to power reset the Sony TV:
- Point the Sony TV’s remote control to the illumination LED and then press & hold the POWER button on the remote control for about 10-15 seconds.
- Now, you will get a message to Power off the TV. The Sony TV will automatically restart after a reboot. Wait till the TV turns on.
- If the Sony TV does not turn on, press the POWER button from the remote control. Now the reset is complete.
- If the Sony TV red light blinks 6 times after this, unplug the power cable and keep the TV disconnected for some time.
- This will return the memory’s unnecessary data and error information to their defaults.
Now connect the power cord again and see if the issue is fixed. If the issue persists, then disconnect all the attached peripherals.
3) Disconnect All Other Connected Devices
If you have connected Chromecast or Roku to the Sony TV, this device can cause the red-light blinking issue.
So, disconnect all the attached devices from the Sony TV.
To do that, follow these steps:
- Turn off the Sony TV.
- Unplug all the attached devices from the TV. With the devices disconnected, turn on the Sony TV.
- If the red light stops blinking, the attached devices surely cause the issue. If the blinking does not stop, perform a factory reset.
4) Perform A Factory Reset
You can perform a force factory reset if you cannot access the Sony TV Menu when it is randomly blinking red light.
Here is how factory reset the TV:
- Turn the TV off. Disconnect it from the Power source.
- Keeping the TV unplugged, find out the Power and volume down buttons.
- The buttons’ location depends on the Sony TV’s model.
- Hold the volume and the power button together. If you have only the power button, press it.
- Holding the buttons, plug the TV back into the power outlet. Once you plug in the TV, keep holding the buttons till you see the LED light turning green. In some models, the light can be white.
- This shows that the reset is complete. Wait till the process is fully complete.
- Now, the TV should restart. If the Sony TV does not turn on automatically, then you will have to press the power button to turn it back.
You may need to repeat the above process if it does not start at the first time.
Once you have performed the forced reset, you should follow these steps before going to any further troubleshooting method. Otherwise, you may lose some of the apps and features on the TV.
To do that Press the Home button from the TV’s remote control.
- Head to Settings. Then select Device Preferences> Reset.
- Now from the given options, choose Erase Everything and select Yes to confirm.
This reset option can vary from model to model.
5) Check The Backlight
If the TV’s backlight is not working, you can also find the Sony TV blinking red light 6 times.
So, here is how you should check if the backlight is working:
- Press the Power button from the TV’s remote or the Sony TV.
- Point a flashlight at the TV screen. See if you can see any formed pictures.
- If you can only see yourself and the flashlight’s reflection, the backlight works properly. The backlight is defective if you find dull images on the TV screen.
In this case, seek a professional’s help to solve the issue and replace the damaged LED or you may need to change the entire strip.
6) Check For Motherboard Failure
Due to the motherboard’s failure, the Sony TV can blink red lights.
So, if the above methods could not repair it, take professional help to check the motherboard.
If your TV is under the warranty period, you can contact Sony support for help.
7) Contact Sony Help Center
If one of the above methods could fix the Sony TV that is blinking red lights, contact the Sony Support team.
Explain your problem and follow the guideline provided by the experts to fix the problem.
Frequently Asked Questions [FAQs]
Here are some common questions asked by Sony TV users whose TV keeps blinking red light.
- Why is my Sony TV flashing but not turning on?
Loose or faulty cables, low power supply, faulty motherboard, and outdated firmware can be why the Sony TV is not turning on but flashing.
- Why is the Sony TV flashing orange light?
If the Sony TV flashes an orange light, it can happen because of a loose connection between the display and the media box.
So, make sure to check the cable connecting them and makes sure the connection is firm.
- Where is Sony Bravia’s reset button located?
Press & hold the Power button & the Volume Down buttons on the Sony Bravia TV.
Then unplug the power cord back in while holding the buttons. Hold the buttons until you see the green LED light near the Sony logo on the TV front.
Wrap Up
Once you have performed the above methods, your Sony TV should not blink the red light 6 times.
If you have any such technical problems, ask us, and we shall revert with proper solutions.
