--- title: "TV Will Not Turn On? What the Standby Light Is Telling You | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/tv-wont-turn-on-standby-light-guide-kenya description: "Solid light, blinking light or no light: what each means, the power reset to try and when the power board needs a technician. Live prices, free Nairobi delivery over KES 5,000 and 7-day returns." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/tv-wont-turn-on-standby-light-guide-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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What the Standby Light Is Telling You Solid light, blinking light or no light: what each means, the power reset to try and when the power board needs a technician. The wrong laptop costs you hours every week for years. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Solid light: power is present. - Blinking light: often a power board issue. - No light: check the socket and cord. Quick answer A solid standby light means the TV has power; a blinking light often points to a power supply problem; no light at all suggests no power reaching the TV. Plug straight into a wall socket, unplug for 60 seconds, hold the power button for 30 seconds while unplugged, then try again. Do not open the back of the TV: the power board carries dangerous voltage. 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Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Solid light: power is present. - Blinking light: often a power board issue. - No light: check the socket and cord. - Do not open the TV. ## What to look for before you buy 1. **Bypass the power strip**: Plug straight into a working wall socket. 2. **Check the cord**: Fully seated at the TV end. 3. **Do a power reset**: Unplug 60 seconds; hold the power button 30 seconds; wait; plug in. 4. **Unplug all devices**: HDMI and USB can cause faults. 5. **Read the light pattern**: Blinking code points to a fault; see the manual. 6. **Call service**: If it still does not start. ## Where these figures come from Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: [Sony: no TV picture](https://www.sony.ee/electronics/support/televisions-projectors/articles/00153674); [iFixit: TV will not turn on](https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/TV_Will_Not_Turn_On); [TCL: no picture, no backlight, no audio](https://www.tcl.com/uk/en/support-tv/faq/37108). ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or [ask us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244) for a recommendation. ## Why buy from Qyvea ### Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea - **Genuine branded products** sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product) - **7-day returns and exchanges**; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund - **Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card**; refunds go back the same way - **Free delivery in Nairobi** on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya - **Delivered to your door**, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews ([bought from us? leave a review](https://g.page/r/CY2LNNqrlgV5EBM/review)) - **Talk to a person** on WhatsApp [0113 301 244](https://wa.me/254113301244), usually within 30 minutes Full details: [return & refund policy](https://qyvea.co.ke/return-policy). ## Frequently asked questions Is a surge the cause? Surges often damage the power board; use surge protection. Can I repair the board myself? No, it carries high voltage; use a qualified technician. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Guide TV Has Sound but No Picture: How to Check for a Backlight Fault Shine a torch at the screen: if you can faintly see the picture, the backlight has failed. 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