Resetting an Insignia TV can seem complicated because the TV does not have a built-in reset button that allows you to perform the action with one press.
However, the process is not that difficult. In this article, you will learn how to safely reset your Insignia TV in just a few seconds.
Here are some of the situations that require resetting an Insignia TV:
- When you want to invert a parameter
- When your TV freezes
- When your TV isn't working the way it should.
Where is the reset button on Insignia Smart TVs?
Insignia TVs don't have a reset button, unlike some of the more popular brands. However, that doesn't mean you can't reset it.
All you need to do is access the Service Mode option using your remote control to reset the TV.
How to reset an Insignia smart TV?
Before resetting your TV, note that this action will reverse most of your custom settings and may remove your data and installed apps.
To reset the TV:
- Unplug the TV from the wall outlet
- Wait at least half an hour before plugging it back in.
- Plug the TV back in, and it will ask you to start entering system data again.
It is best to leave the TV unplugged overnight and continue the hard reset process the next day.
How to reset your Insignia Smart TV?
Compared to a hard reset, factory reset your Insignia TV is a more detailed procedure but gives better results. You must use your TV remote control during this process.
To perform a factory reset:
- Turn on your Insignia TV by pressing the power button on your remote.
- Press the Home button to access the main menu option
- Scroll down, select Settings, then press the right arrow on your remote
- Click on System, then use the right arrow again to navigate to it
- Go to Advanced Settings, then press the right arrow again
- Select Factory settings, then press the Okay button on your remote. A code is instantly displayed on your screen.
- Enter the code in the spaces provided and press Okay.
- Wait for the TV to restart
You will have completed the reset when your TV restarts.
If you don't have a remote, use the first procedure to reset your Insignia TV. However, if your remote is functional, the second method is preferable.