Key Notes
- Soft Reset Mitsubishi TV: Unplug the TV cord → Wait for 60 seconds → Plug the TV cord back → Press the Power button → Turn on Mitsubishi TV.
- Hard Reset using Physical button: Press and hold the Reset button → Release the button if the TV turns on → Reset is done.
- Use a remote app: Install and open Mitsubishi TV Remote → Tap Select Mitsubishi Remote → Choose TV remote model → Press the Menu button → System Settings or System → System Reset or Factory Reset.
- Connect an external keyboard or mouse to factory reset the Mitsubishi TV without a remote.
If your Mitsubishi TV underwent some issues, you can perform the hard reset with the remote. In case your Mitsubishi TV remote is not working, you should definitely know the other ways to reset the Mitsubishi TV without a remote. In accordance, you can use the remote app, a wireless device like a keyboard or mouse, or a universal remote to reset your TV without a remote.
When Should I Reset Mitsubishi TV
It is recommended to reset the Mitsubishi TV to its factory settings for the following reasons.
| SCENARIO | REASONS |
|---|---|
| 1 | If the performance of the TV slows down and keeps lagging |
| 2 | When you can’t hear sound on the Mitsubishi TV |
| 3 | If you see a black screen or there is no clear picture on the TV |
| 4 | When there is no sound or video while accessing streaming apps |
| 5 | If the TV keeps disconnecting from WiFi or not connecting to the internet |
| 6 | If you are about to sell your Mitsubishi TV to someone, reset is a must |
How to Soft Reset Mitsubishi TV Without Remote
Before hard resetting the Mitsubishi TV, you can perform a soft reset. This will clear the minor bugs and errors on your TV. This will not delete any data or information stored on your TV.
[1] Power off the Mitsubishi TV and unplug the cord from the socket.
[2] After 60 seconds, plug the TV cord back into the power outlet.
[3] Press the Power button on the TV panel to turn on the TV.
Once Mitsubishi TV restarts, check if your TV is working without any issues.
How to Hard Reset Mitsubishi TV Without Remote
If the soft reset does not help you fix the problem, you shall hard reset your TV. You can use the following ways to reset the Mitsubishi TV without a remote.
Use Physical Buttons to Hard Reset Mitsubishi TV
Some Mitsubishi TV models have a reset button and you can find it in the front or back side of the TV. Using the paper clip, needle, or toothpick, press and hold the System reset button. Keep holding the reset button until the TV turns off and on by itself. Once the reset is done, check whether the issues with the Mitsubishi TV have been resolved or not.
Use the Remote App to Hard Reset Mitsubishi TV
You can use the Mitsubishi TV Remote App on your smartphone to reset your Mitsubishi TV without a remote. To use the app, ensure that your smartphone has an IR blaster.
[1] Unlock your Android mobile and launch the Play Store application.
[2] Search for the Mitsubishi TV Remote in the search bar.
[3] From the result, choose the app and click the Install button.
[4] Once installed, open the Mitsubishi TV Remote on your smartphone.
[5] Tap on the Select Mitsubishi Remote option and choose your TV remote model.
[6] Once connected, press the Menu button >> System Settings or System >> System Reset or Factory Reset.
Note: If the remote doesn’t work for you, try the IR blaster remote app as an alternative on your Android device.
Use a Keyboard or Mouse to Reset the Mitsubishi TV
You can use a wired or wireless keyboard or mouse to reset the TV without a remote. All Mitsubishi TVs have HDMI ports to connect any external devices like a pen drive, keyboard, mouse, etc. Once you have plugged the USB adapter into the port, you can start using the external devices to operate your TV. We recommend using the following keyboards that come with a built-in touchpad for mouse control.
- Logitech K830
- Logitech K400
How to Reset Mitsubishi TV With Remote
[1] Press the Menu button on your Mitsubishi TV remote.
[2] In the menu section, scroll down, and select the System or System Settings option.
[3] Select System Reset or Factory Reset.
[4] Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reset process.
Buy a Universal Remote
If you are not interested in using the remote app or external devices, you can buy a universal remote. The universal remote will cost less when compared to the original remote and you can purchase them on Amazon. We recommend using the following remotes as they are compatible with all Mitsubishi TV models.
- SofaBaton X1
- Logitech Harmony 650
FAQ
You can use the physical button present on the TV panel or install the remote app on your smartphone to control your Mitsubishi TV.
Locate the physical keys on the Mitsubishi TV and press the Power button to turn on the TV without a remote controller.
To resolve the black screen issue, you can hard reset your Mitsubishi TV. If it is not solved, you can contact Mitsubishi Technical Support and follow the instructions guided by the service agent.
