How to Hook Up a PlayStation 4 to a TV

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This wikiHow will teach you how to hook up a PlayStation 4 to a flat-screen TV. All you need is an HDMI cable.

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  3. Plug the other end of the HDMI cable in.
  4. Turn on the console.
  5. The button for this is often labeled "Source" or "Input" on your TV remote. Once you pick the right source, you should see the PS4 screen pop up.
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    How do I turn on the PS4?
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    To turn on the PS4, simply touch the power symbol next to the disc slot. To eject a game disc, touch the house symbol next to the disc slot.
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    How do I hook up a PlayStation 4 to my old TV without HDMI?
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    You can’t. You need an HDMI cable to turn it on. Without it, you can’t turn on the console.
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    My PS4 will not power up but what is causing this?
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    Just try plugging it out then plug it in again. If this doesn't work, then take it back to the place you bought it from.
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      • If you haven't paired your controller with the PS4 yet, plug it into the console using the Micro USB cord and press the PS button to pair it.
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      1. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/tech-tips/set-up-playstation4/pcmcat748301880167.c?id=pcmcat748301880167

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