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TV Will Not Turn On? 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.

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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.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-07Updated 2026-10-072 min read
On this page01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Why buy from Qyvea05. FAQ
TV Will Not Turn On? What the Standby Light Is Telling You
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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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.

01What to look for before you buy

  1. 01
    Bypass the power stripPlug straight into a working wall socket.
  2. 02
    Check the cordFully seated at the TV end.
  3. 03
    Do a power resetUnplug 60 seconds; hold the power button 30 seconds; wait; plug in.
  4. 04
    Unplug all devicesHDMI and USB can cause faults.
  5. 05
    Read the light patternBlinking code points to a fault; see the manual.
  6. 06
    Call serviceIf it still does not start.

02Where these figures come from

Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Sony: no TV picture; iFixit: TV will not turn on; TCL: no picture, no backlight, no audio.

03Best prices in stock today

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04Why 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)
  • Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes

Full details: return & refund policy.

05Frequently 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 brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

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