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If your TV is freezing and the picture becomes pixelated, this usually means the TV signal was disrupted or is weak generally. However, the specific reason may vary depending on your TV service provider and the type of TV service you have. Before you call your internet, cable, or satellite company, we here at wikiHow have found some things you can try to get your picture working again.
Fixing Freezing and Pixelation on a TV
- Plug your TV directly into your router to correct any connection issues.
- Unplug the HDMI cable, wait 30 seconds, then plug it back in to reset the connection.
- If your TV is freezes when you're trying to use an app, update the app and try again.
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- In the spring and fall, the path of the sun aligns with many broadcasting satellites and might cause interference. This is particularly likely mid-morning and early afternoon. If your picture freezes or pixelates due to solar interference, there's nothing to do but wait. [12] X Research sourceThanks
- Check other TVs in your home to see if they all have the same issue. That can help you narrow down whether the issue is with a specific TV setup or with your TV service provider.Thanks
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Warnings
- Resetting your TV or receiver might also reset your preferences. Check your features and make sure they're still how you want them, especially if you have parental controls set up. [13] X Research sourceThanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.sling.com/help/en/troubleshooting/tech-issues/freezing-skipping
- ↑ https://www.sling.com/help/en/troubleshooting/tech-issues/freezing-skipping
- ↑ https://www.smartaerials.co.uk/blog/best-way-to-connect-smart-tv-to-the-internet
- ↑ https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00141896
- ↑ https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00030375
- ↑ https://manuals.plus/directv/what-should-i-do-if-my-tv-screen-picture-is-frozen-or-pixelated
- ↑ https://support.sparklight.com/hc/en-us/articles/115010427087-Video-is-Pixilated-Freezing
- ↑ https://www.spectrum.net/support/internet/splitters/
- ↑ https://www.samsung.com/hk_en/support/tv-audio-video/why-my-tv-is-pixelated-ghosting-tiling-and-snowing/
- ↑ https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/watch-tv-for-free-how-to-set-up-an-over-the-air-indoor-antenna/
- ↑ https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/laptop-pc-vpc-series/vpcf136fm/articles/00131555
- ↑ https://support.sasktel.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/17649/~/pixelation-or-frozen-tv-picture-during-the-day
- ↑ https://manuals.plus/directv/what-should-i-do-if-my-tv-screen-picture-is-frozen-or-pixelated
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