Is your Firestick ended up not working on LG TV out of nowhere? or Firestick not connecting to your LG TV? There are many possible reasons for Firestick not working on your LG TV. Before going into fixes, check if the Firestick you are trying to connect is compatible with your LG TV model.
If the Firestick is compatible but still you don’t know the exact reason, you can try these solutions to fix the Firestick issue prevailing on your LG TV. It also helps to overcome Firestick lagging, freezing, and LG TV apps not working issues.
Why is My Firestick Not Working on LG TV
Owing to these reasons, Firestick may stop working on your LG Smart TV.
- If the incorrect input source is selected
- Technical glitches while connecting
- If Firestick is incompatible
- Minor malfunctions on Firestick
- Defective HDMI Port on LG TV
- Too many connected devices on LG TV
- Outdated firmware on LG TV and Firestick
Solutions to Fix Firestick Not Working on LG TV
The following solutions help to revert Firestick back to a working state on LG TV.
Change the Input Source
After connecting your Firestick to the HDMI port, you need to change the input on LG TV. If the Firestick connected port and selected port are different, you won’t be able to access Firestick. So you need to choose the right input on your LG TV.
1. Grab your LG TV remote and press the Input button aiming at your TV.
2. From the menu, select the All Inputs option.
3. Select the Firestick-connected input source and press the OK button.
Once the input is selected, you will gain access to Firestick on your LG TV.
Power Cycle LG TV
At times, a minor glitch may occur while connecting the LG TV with the power cord. Power cycling is the best solution that can fix all minor issues with Firestick-connected LG TVs.
1. Press and hold the power button on your LG TV for 10 seconds.
2. Once the TV is turned off, unplug it from the power socket.
3. Now wait up to 10 minutes and let your LG TV cool down.
4. After that you can restart your LG TV and connect the Firestick again.
Restart the Firestick
If you can’t access the content on your Firestick after connecting to your LG TV, it may need a restart. Restarting your LG TV helps to fix technical glitches and performance issues that occur on your Firestick.
1. Launch Settings on your Firestick.
2. Click My Fire TV from the list of options.
3. On the next screen, click on the Restart option.
Check the HDMI Port
If the LG TV’s HDMI port is damaged, the LG TV won’t be able to receive any inputs from the connected Firestick. If Firestick isn’t plugged properly because of dust inside the port, you will face connection issues. In such cases, you need to clean the dust using a soft microfiber cloth. However, you should avoid cleaning too hard because it may end up damaging the HDMI port.
If you can’t find any content issues, try using a different port on your LG TV to connect the Firestick. If the Firestick is connected successfully, the issue is with the port. Still, you can’t connect your Firestick to the LG TV, move on to the next troubleshooting.
Check TV/Firestick Accessories
All electronic devices need a proper power supply in order to work without any issues. So you need to connect your LG TV with the power cord using the flawless cable and make sure it is receiving sufficient power. Ensure to use the original cable and adapter provided by Amazon to avoid connecting issues.
Remove All Connected Device
Not always, but sometimes your LG TV may find it hard to recognize and access all connected devices. If LG TV has no signal from Firestick, it is due to connected devices. So disconnect the unused devices and connect the Firestick to your LG TV. Then choose the Firestick input on LG TV and check whether the issue is resolved or not.
Update Firestick/LG TV OS
Firestick and LG TV software comes with an update occasionally to improve its performance. If you want to prevent issues like not connecting, lagging, low-quality audio/video, and more on your Firestick-connected LG TV, you need to keep the updated software. If you missed updating the firmware on LG TV and Firestick, you should update it immediately.
- Firestick: Settings > My Fire TV > About > Check for Updates > Install Update.
- LG TV: Settings > General > About This TV > Check For Update > Download and Install.
Remember, don’t switch off your device since it will interrupt the updating process. Once updated, you can reconnect your Firestick to the LG TV.
Reset Firestick/LG TV
If none of the above fixes helps to connect your Firestick with an LG TV, resetting the LG TV and Firestick is the final solution. Since a hard reset will remove all customized settings and installed apps on your device, we recommend you note down the important information. Remember that, you need to start setting up your Firestick/LG TV from scratch since it reverts your device to its default settings.
- Firestick: Settings > My Fire TV > Reset to Factory Defaults > PIN > Reset.
- LG TV: Settings > General > Reset to Initial Settings.
Contact Support
If the issue still persists, you need to contact Firestick customer support and tell them about the issue. They will assist you with your queries. The good thing is the service available 24/7 and you can contact them through call using 1-888-280-4331 or email at [email protected].
FAQ
Ensure your Firestick is fully powered and properly inserted into your LG TV’s HDMI port.
It is because of the poor network connection. Connect your Firestick with a proper WiFi connection and stream the apps.
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