If your Sharp TV has issues like slowness, freezing, apps crashing, or restarting frequently, a factory reset can effectively fix those issues. If you perform a factory reset, it will clear all the problem-creating bugs, caches, and software glitches. Also, it will permanently erase the saved data and account info such as username, password, etc. So, a factory reset should always be a last resort when fixing your TV issues. This article illustrates the guidelines to reset your Sharp TV to factory settings.
Steps to Reset Your Sharp TV With Remote
Since Sharp TV has multiple OS models, we have mentioned the reset steps for all. Refer to the corresponding steps based on your TV’s operating system to reset it.
Sharp Android TV
1. Hit the Settings icon on the home screen of Sharp Android TV and tap Device Preferences.
2. Tap About on the following screen and tap Reset or Factory Reset.
3. Click on the Reset option once again on the next page.
4. Tap Erase Everything, and your Sharp Android TV will erase all the data.
Once your TV resets, you need to complete the setup process once again from the beginning.
Sharp Google TV
1. Press the Settings button on your Sharp Google TV to open the Settings menu.
2. Scroll down to the System option and select Update.
3. Then, select Reset and tap Factory Reset.
4. On the next page, select Factory Reset and tap Erase Everything.
Wait for a few seconds and your Sharp TV will restart automatically after completing the reset. Once completed, begin to set up your Sharp Google TV once again.
Sharp Roku TV
1. On the home screen of Sharp Roku TV, click on the Settings option.
2. Scroll down to the page’s bottom and select System.
3. Click on the Advanced System Settings at the bottom.
4. Tap Factory Reset and select Factory Reset Everything.
5. Now, a Reset Code will appear on your Sharp Roku TV. Enter the code in the required field and tap OK.
6. Select Start Factory Reset on the pop-up that appears on the screen. All the installed apps and saved settings on your Sharp Roku TV will be erased.
Once your Sharp Roku TV restarts, follow the on-screen steps to set it up from scratch.
Sharp Aquos TV
1. Hit the Settings icon on the home screen of Sharp Android TV and tap Device Preferences.
2. Click on the Initial Setup option at the top of the page.
3. Once the menu pops up, tap the Advanced option.
4. Scroll down to the last and select Reset.
5. Finally, tap Yes on the prompt to begin resetting your Sharp Aquos TV. Your Sharp Aquos TV will erase all the saved settings and information. Wait until your Sharp TV restarts and set up your Sharp TV again to start using it.
Methods to Reset Sharp TV Without Remote
If you have lost the remote controller, you can still factory reset your Sharp TV using physical buttons, a secret menu, and the remote app.
Reset Sharp TV Using TV Buttons
If you use a Sharp Roku TV, there is a dedicated Reset button on it. You can press that physical Reset button for a few seconds to restore your Roku TV to defaults. If the Reset button is tactile, you can directly press the Reset button and hold it using your finger. On the other hand, if the reset button is provided within the pinhole, use a sharp needle-like object such as a paper clip to press the Reset button.
Even if there is no Reset button on other Sharp TV models, don’t fret. You can still reset it using the other physical buttons by navigating to the TV Settings.
Reset Sharp TV Using Remote App
There are many remote apps for Sharp TV that allow you to control the TV using a smartphone. Install any of those remote apps for your Sharp TV (according to its OS model) on your smartphone and pair it with your TV. To make the pairing successful, ensure your TV and phone are paired to the same WiFi connection.
| Sharp TV Model | Remote Apps |
|---|---|
| Android TV or Google TV | Google TV (Play Store | App Store) |
| Roku TV | The Roku App (Play Store | App Store) |
| Aquos TV | Aquos TV Remote (Play Store) |
Once installed, use the remote app on your smartphone and navigate to Sharp TV Settings to reset your TV.
Reset Sharp Aquos TV Using Secret Menu
If you are using a Sharp Aquos LCD TV, you cannot reset it directly by navigating to the Settings menu. You need to access the Service Menu on your TV to perform a factory reset.
1. Unplug the power cord of your Sharp TV from the electrical outlet. Then, long press the Volume Down and Input buttons simultaneously.
2. While holding these buttons, plug the Power Cord back into the power outlet.
3. Wait for the TV to turn on and make sure don’t release those two buttons.
4. A pop-up will appear on your TV screen. Now, press the Volume Down and the Channel Down buttons together to open the Service Menu.
5. Once you are on the Service Menu, use the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons to navigate. Press the Channel Down button to move through the options.
6. After you reach the second page, highlight the Reset option and press the Volume Up button to turn the Reset option to Yes.
FAQ
If your Sharp TV is stuck on a black screen, you cannot access the Settings menu directly. You can only power cycle your TV and turn it on after a few minutes to fix the issue.
If your Sharp TV prompts you to enter the password for resetting, enter the code 0000, 1111, or 1234.
