If your Toshiba TV apps crash or the device’s performance is slow, you can restore the TV to its initial settings to fix the issue. You need to keep the Toshiba TV remote ready to perform a reset. If unavailable, you can use a wireless keyboard or mouse, the remote app, or the TV panel buttons to reset the Toshiba TV without a remote. This guide explains all the procedures in simple steps.
Soft Reset Toshiba TV Without Remote
If your Toshiba TV has minor issues, such as lagging or flickering, a soft reset is enough to fix them. To do so, follow the steps given below.
- Click the TV Power button to turn off your Toshiba TV.
- Remove the TV’s power cord from the electric outlet.
- Wait for a few minutes to drain the power residuals.
- Then, plug the TV cord back into the electric socket.
- Click the Power button to turn on the Toshiba TV.
Once turned on, check whether the Toshiba TV runs without problems. If the errors persist, you can proceed with hard resetting.
Hard Reset Toshiba TV using a Keyboard or Mouse
The keyboard and mouse can control not only the PCs but also Toshiba TVs. With a keyboard or mouse, you can easily access the Toshiba TV settings. If you own a keyboard or mouse, connect its dongle to the Toshiba TV’s USB port. Now a cursor will appear on the screen. Once the cursor appears, follow these steps.
- Reset Toshiba Fire TV – Go to Settings → Click Device and Software → Select Reset to Factory Defaults → Choose Reset.
- Reset Toshiba Google TV – Navigate to Settings → Tap System → Choose About → Press Reset → Select Factory Reset → Confirm by clicking Factory Reset again.
- Reset Toshiba Android TV – Open Settings → Hit Device Preferences → Tap on Reset → Click Reset → Select Factory Reset → Click Erase Everything.
- Reset Toshiba VIDAA TV – Navigate to Settings → Click Support → Tap Reset to Factory Default → Confirm the prompt that appears.
Factory Reset Toshiba TV using Remote Apps
If you don’t have a wireless keyboard/mouse, you can try remote apps. They are completely free to download and use on Android or iPhone. You only need to keep your Toshiba TV and mobile connected to the same WiFi. Run the app and pair it with the Toshiba TV to get a virtual remote layout. Then, visit the Toshiba TV settings and choose the reset option.
| Toshiba TV Model | Remote App |
|---|---|
| Toshiba VIDAA TV | VIDAA App (Play Store | App Store) |
| Toshiba Android or Google TV | Google TV App (Play Store | App Store) |
| Toshiba Fire TV | Amazon Fire TV App (Play Store | App Store) |
In addition to the above-listed apps, the Toshiba TV can also be reset using IR remote apps. This is possible if you own an Android smartphone with an IR blaster. After installing the IR remote app, pair it with the Toshiba TV. Later, use the remaining app icons to go to the Toshiba TV settings and reset it.
Factory Reset Toshiba TV using TV Buttons
If your Toshiba TV has panel buttons, you can access the TV settings by pressing the Menu key. To scroll and open a sub-menu, you can press the Volume and Channel buttons. With these button combinations, you can factory reset the Toshiba TV. If your Toshiba TV doesn’t have a Menu button, you can skip this method.
Restore Toshiba Non-Smart TV to Factory Defaults
If you own a Toshiba TV that is too old and lacks WiFi, the TV resetting steps may vary accordingly. You can reset the Toshiba TV with any of these methods. You can use the TV’s physical buttons or the IR-remote app to follow the steps.
- Press Menu → Choose Setup → Tap Installation → Click System Status → Type System Information → Direct to Factory Defaults → Type reset PIN → Choose Yes → When your TV turns off, remove its AC adapter and keep it unplugged for 60 seconds → Replug the Toshiba TV cord back in and turn it on.
For some old Toshiba TVs, the steps may differ, as given below.
- Launch Menu → Go to Settings → Choose Setup → Select Installation → Hit Reset TV → Type the reset PIN → Choose Yes → If your TV turns off, remove its power cord → After 60 seconds, plug the TV cable back into a power source.
FAQ
Yes. First, you have to program a universal remote with the Toshiba TV using remote codes. Later, you can reset the Toshiba TV by going to settings.
