Click each step to see the action. You can also click the picture or use the arrow keys.

  • Issue: Black screen no signal

  • 1.

    Ensure the PlayStation is turned off fully.

    For more information see the Turning the console off completely topic.
  • 2. Press and hold the Power button on the front of the console until you have heard 2 beeps. After the second beep, release the Power button.
  • 3.

    Connect the controller via the USB cable.

  • 4.

    Press the PS button on the controller.

  • 5.

    Scroll to Change Video Output and press the X button.

  • 6.

    Scroll to Change Resolution and press the X button.

  • 7.

    Scroll to OK and press the X button.

  • 8.

    Your console will restart. Press the PS button on your controller.

  • 9.

    Select a resolution suitable for your TV and press the X button.

    Do not select 1080p if your TV is not HD Ready.