Why won't my Nintendo Switch show up on my TV?

Verify you are using the correct input on the TV. If you are using a dock with a built-in LAN port, update the dock to the latest firmware. Lower or adjust the TV Resolution settings on the console. Try a different HDMI port on the TV.
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Why won't my TV recognize my Nintendo Switch?

From the HOME Menu, select "System Settings" → "TV Output", and try selecting a different value for "TV Resolution" such as "480p". Having made that change, insert your console back into the dock and check if a picture is now being displayed on your TV screen. If so, try higher resolutions like "720p" and "1080p..
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How do I get my TV to display a Switch?

How to play in TV Mode (Connecting everything up)
  1. Open the cover on the rear of the Nintendo Switch dock.
  2. Insert the AC adapter into the top port, insert the HDMI cable into the centre port, then close the cover.
  3. Connect the AC adapter directly to a mains socket. ...
  4. Connect the HDMI cable directly to your television.
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Why is my Switch not connecting to the dock?

You could try turning the system off and back on. Hold down the power button on the Switch until it gives you a "power options" menu and turn the system off, not sleep mode - off. Or you could try updating the system. From the Home screen go to the system menu and all the way at the bottom is a "system update" option.
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Why is Switch TV not working?

You should make sure your Switch is fully charged, your wires are working properly, and your HDMI settings are correct. This wikiHow will show you how to troubleshoot your Nintendo Switch when it won't connect to your TV, screen, or monitor.
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Why won t my TV Switch to HDMI?

Make sure the TV is set to the correct video input to receive the HDMI signal. Most TV remotes have an Input button that cycles from one input to the next. Press the Input button repeatedly until the correct HDMI input is displayed on the TV. Be sure to check which input on the TV you are connecting to.
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How do I turn on my Switch when docked?

While your Nintendo Switch console is in the dock, turn your Switch on using the power button, or by holding the house-shaped home button on a controller. This should lead to the image on the Switch appearing on the TV. If you don't have a HDMI port on your TV you may need to purchase an adapter or a new television.
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Why does my Switch dock say no signal?

If your Switch is still not connecting, try to reset the AC adapter and confirm that the console works in handheld mode. Turn off the TV and disconnect all cables from the dock. Reset the AC adapter by disconnecting it at the wall socket and the dock for at least 30 seconds.
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How can I play Nintendo Switch on my TV without dock?

Purchase a USB-C to HDMI adapter.

Not every HDMI adapter is suitable for your Switch. The two most reliable adapters are the RREAKA USB Type C to HDMI Digital AV Multiport Hub and the Switch HDMI Adapter Hub Dock. This adapter must have a USB-C power input, HDMI output, and USB-C connector to attach to the Switch.
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Can Nintendo Switch connect to TV wirelessly?

A: The Nintendo Switch cannot, however, be wirelessly connected to your TV in any way that is actually useful. Although a wireless HDMI adapter is an option, you would still need to connect your Switch to a wired transmitter dongle, which sort of negates the "wireless" part of the concept.
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Why won't my Switch connect to my Samsung TV?

Resetting the AC adapter. Unplugging and replugging the TV. Turning off “Match TV power state in Switch settings. Using a different HDMI port and cable.
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Does Switch need to be charged to play on TV?

The Nintendo Switch will charge while in TV mode, It doesn't need to be fully charged to use in TV mode.
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How do you connect a Nintendo Switch to a TV without AC adapter?

The Nintendo Switch Dock, which is the console's official docking station, is required to connect the Nintendo Switch to a television. You can use an HDMI cable to connect the Switch to a television thanks to the dock's USB-C port.
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Can I use any HDMI cable for Nintendo Switch?

Both Nintendo Switch models output at 1080p resolution, so just about any decent HDMI cable will be fine for use with them. That said, the original and OLED Switch both include good quality cables, so I'd recommend using them, unless you have a specific need for a longer cable or angled connector.
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How do I update my Switch dock?

Complete these steps
  1. Ensure your console has the latest system update installed.
  2. From the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu, select System Settings.
  3. Scroll down to System.
  4. Select Update Dock, then Begin Update to begin updating the dock's firmware. If the update stops before it can be completed, try this step again.
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Why is my TV screen black with HDMI?

Black screen with HDMI connection

Make sure the HDMI cable fits firmly into the TV's HDMI port. Try a different HDMI input, for example, HDMI 1 or HDMI 2. Use a compatible HDMI extension cable.
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How do I connect my Nintendo Switch to my TV using HDMI?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the bottom terminal of the dock, labeled "HDMI OUT", then connect the other end to an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock. Remove the left and right Joy-Con controllers from the console.
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Can I use USB-C to HDMI for Switch?

Can you use USB-C to HDMI on Switch? this is exactly what the dock does. however you can't use a standard type-C to HDMI converter, you need one that is specifically built with switch support and has a USB power delivery fast charger so the switch gets enough power to speed up the CPU and GPU.
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How do I reset my dock station?

How-To
  1. Step 1 - Unplug computer from dock (usb-c cable)
  2. Step 2 - Unplug dock from power/ac adapter.
  3. Step 3 - Hold power button on top of dock for 15-30 seconds.
  4. Step 4 - Plug power/ac adapter back into dock. ...
  5. Step 5 - Wait 15-30 seconds for the dock to 'boot' before proceeding.
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Why is there no video signal on my TV?

“No Signal” means the selected Input to your TV is receiving no signal. You may have a loose connection or a defective cable, or you have selected an input to which there is no connection, Try selecting different iinputs to see if you are just looking at the wrong input.
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How do I reset my Switch dock USB ports?

Disconnect all cables from the dock and leave the Nintendo Switch AC adapter disconnected from both ends for at least 30 seconds, then plug it into the dock and to a wall outlet.
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How do I hard reset my Switch?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system resets; this may take some time. Once the system is powered down, press the POWER Button once to turn it back on.
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How do I know if my Switch is charging on the dock?

Is the charging indicator displayed? Turn on your console and look for the charging icon at the top-right of the screen. * The light on the dock is not a charging indicator. (It comes on when there is video output to a TV screen.)
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