Bush TV Stuck On Standby? – (Quick Fix Guide)

Your Bush TV stuck on standby, and you are wondering what to do next? Fear not, you’re at the right place!

It can be frustrating at times when you leave your TV working (idling) for a while, and the device becomes stuck in standby mode.

When your Bush TV is stuck in standby mode unplug your Bush TV, press the “Standby” button, and plug the television in while holding it.

This is the quickest solution, and if it doesn’t work, continue reading!

Why is My Bush LCD TV Stuck on Standby?

If your Bush TV is stuck on standby mode and not turning on, it could be due to a faulty outlet or a loose connection with the TV power source.

It is crucial to ensure your TV is plugged into an operational wall outlet.

The TV can sometimes get stuck on standby due to the power-off timer setting.

So, when troubleshooting your TV, it is crucial first to eliminate the evident and suspected factors!

Let’s take a look at some more possibilities: 

These are some underlying reasons that can also cause your Bush TV to get stuck in standby mode.

So, let’s now proceed with the troubleshooting solutions…

How to Fix Bush TV Stuck on Standby?

Tip: It is essential to implement the steps from the guide in consecutive order!

1. Power Cycle Your Bush TV

The quickest and probably the best first step is to simply power cycle your smart TV.

This is also called a soft reset and will drain out the residual power from the TV’s circuit, clear out system bugs or glitches, and hopefully help you exit the stuck Standby Mode on your Bush TV.

Follow these steps to power cycle the Bush TV:

1. First, unplug your smart TV from the wall outlet.
2. Find out the Standby button on your Bush TV.
3. While holding the button, plug your TV back in.
4. Check for the standby mode on… 

If your Bush TV is connected to the outlet via an extension lead, then you must connect the TV directly to the main wall outlet.

Sometimes, the issue with the Standby Mode comes from a bad third-party connector, so it’s best to check whether a direct connection would solve the problem!

One More Thing – Bonus Tip!

If power cycling your smart TV doesn’t get it out of the standby mode, don’t worry! 

Here’s the trick: Unplug your TV from the outlet and press the “Power Button” on your TV for 15 to 20 seconds.

After that, wait 20 minutes with your Bush TV unplugged and reconnect it to the outlet, which will most definitely exit the Standby Mode.

In case nothing helps, then move on to other troubleshooting steps!

2. Check the Power Connections

The next step by priority is to check the power connection between your smart TV and the power source, which is the fundamental power link.

This involves checking the TV power cord and wall outlet in order to ensure that everything is in a good state, securely attached, and working fine as they should be.

Info: A loose connection can often prevent the device from getting sufficient voltage and keep your TV stuck in standby mode.

Follow these quick steps to check your Bush TV power connection:

Step #1 Test the TV Power Outlet:

1. First, disconnect your Bush TV from the wall outlet.
2. Connect a charger or a lamp to the TV power outlet.
3. Check whether your smartphone is charging normally.
4. Observe whether the lamp’s light is weak or flickering.

If your TV power outlet is operational, next, inspect the power cord!

Step #2 Check the Power Connection:

1. Unplug the power cord from the Bush TV.
2. Inspect the entire length of the power cord.
3. Check the lead for damage or other defects.
4. Firmly plug the power cord back into the port.
5. Connect the Bush TV power cable to the wall.

Reminder: Always test by connecting your TV directly to the power source!

3. Check for the TV Overheating!

If your Bush TV is placed in a poorly ventilated location or near heat conductors such as the kitchen and windows, it’s likely that the TV is overheating.

When the TV is overheating, there is a protective mechanism that keeps restarting the TV to prevent the heat from damaging the HW components.

When this happens, Bush TV will appear to be stuck in standby mode as a safety precaution!

Here is what you need to do to prevent your Bush TV from overheating:

• Open a window to ventilate the environment.
• Clean the vents on your Bush TV from dust.
• Prevent direct sunlight from hitting your TV.
• Dislocate any nearby heat sources/emitters.
• Turn on a fan blowing against the TV’s back.

Sometimes, dust buildup on vents or inside the TV can also lead to overheating, so cleaning the vents and internal components of your TV using compressed air when necessary is crucial.

Tip: Feel the Bush TV’s back to check whether the panel is warmer than usual!

4. Inspect the Remote Control

There is a good possibility that your Bush TV remote is faulty or the power button is stuck, so it constantly sends false signals to turn on your TV.

Removing the remote batteries for at least 60 seconds is also a good idea to check whether the remote is causing the entire fuss!

• Simply open the battery compartment and eject the remote batteries!

When ready, power cycle your Bush TV once again and check whether the television will still be stuck in the Standby Mode.

If the TV works normally without the remote batteries, then the issue comes due to false signals, and your remote is either broken or the batteries are weak.

Note: Bush TV remote control uses AA or AAA batteries!

5. Check the TV Power Button

If you cannot remove your Bush TV from standby mode, press the power button directly on the TV instead of relying solely on the remote control.

This will help you determine whether the fault is from the button on the TV and whether pressing this button will finally wake up your Bush TV.

So, attempt to turn off your smart TV and unplug the power cord from the main power outlet for 60 seconds. Then, plug the TV back into power, press the power button on your TV, and see if the TV turns on.

You can easily find the power button from the side or underneath of your TV.

Note: If your Bush TV doesn’t turn on, the problem may be with your TV itself.

6. Use a Different Power Source!

Sometimes, the problem can be much simpler than you imagine.

If you have tried all the steps, but your Bush TV is still stuck on standby mode even when everything is working fine, then the power source can be the culprit.

When the power from the selected AC outlet is fluctuating or insufficient due to a faulty fuse or after a power outage, the Bush TV might remain stuck on Standby.

So, to overcome this issue, you must test whether an alternative power outlet in your home would resolve your TV’s issue.

Tip: Test with a power outlet from a different room to verify that you’re on a different fuse from the primary circuit.

7. Look for the Interfering Devices

Remember that your Bush TV communicates with its remote by sending infrared beam signals, so it is crucial to reduce the chances of physical or electrical interference.

Sometimes, whenever any other electronic devices are working near the Bush TV they may interfere with the device!

So, if your remote can’t wake up your TV from Standby Mode, check for any IR interference in the room and turn off all Bluetooth, WiFi and other IR devices.

Need More Help?

If nothing helps, it’s likely that your TV is facing a hardware malfunction, which can’t be solved at home.

The best next step would be to check your warranty and contact Bush Customer Centre or the local merchant for an inspection, repair and next steps…

Quick Recap:

Thus, when the Bush TV is stuck on standby, power cycle the TV for 60 seconds and inspect the power and cable connections.

If the problem persists, switch to a different wall outlet, test waking up the TV with the in-built power button, and check for interfering devices.

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