What do you do when your PlayStation is turning on but it keeps saying no signal?

If your PlayStation is turning on but your TV keeps saying "No Signal," here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve the issue:

For PlayStation 4 (PS4)

1. Power Cycle Your TV and PS4:

   • Unplug your TV's power cable, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to discharge any residual power, and wait for 2 minutes before plugging it back in.

   • For the PS4, press and hold the power button for 7 seconds until you hear two beeps, indicating it has fully shut down. Then, restart it17.

2. Check the HDMI Connection:

   • Ensure the HDMI cable is securely plugged into both the PS4 and the TV. Try unplugging and replugging the cable to ensure a solid connection2.

3. Select the Correct Input Source:

   • Use your TV remote to switch to the correct HDMI input channel that corresponds to where your PS4 is connected2.

4. Adjust Video Output Settings:

   • Enter Safe Mode by holding the power button until you hear two beeps. Then, go to Settings > Sound and Screen > Video Output Settings. Turn off HDR and lower the resolution if necessary24.

For PlayStation 5 (PS5)

1. Select the Correct Source:

   • Ensure your TV is set to the correct HDMI input for your PS53.

2. Check the HDMI Cable Connection:

   • Verify that the HDMI cable is properly connected to both the PS5 and the TV. Try using a different HDMI port or cable if possible35.

3. Cold Boot:

   • Turn off both the PS5 and the TV, unplug them from power for about 5 minutes, and then plug them back in and turn them on3.

4. Reset Resolution in Safe Mode:

   • Turn off the PS5, hold the power button until you hear two beeps to enter Safe Mode, and reset the video output settings3.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, it may be a hardware problem, and contacting Sony support is recommended.