How To Factory Reset a Sharp TV (3 Methods)

By | January 30, 2024

How To Factory Reset a Sharp TV

If you need to factory reset a Sharp TV, there are three methods that can be used.

The first method is often used to clear out simple errors and will delete some data but not all.

The second method is the easiest and uses the menu to delete individual data.

The third method will delete all data and set the TV back into the state it was when new.

Be sure to always follow the manual that came with the TV.

The below steps are general information for most Sharp TVs, but steps may differ between models.

Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Using Buttons

  1. Unplug the TV.
  2. Causes and Fixes Sharp TV with Black Screen Unplug TV

  3. Hold the Power Button for 30 seconds.
  4. Causes and Fixes Sharp TV with Black Screen Hard Reset the TV

  5. Plug the TV back in and power it on.
  6. Causes and Fixes Sharp TV with Black Screen Use Another Wall Outlet

Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV from Settings

  1. Press menu and go to Initial setup.
  2. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Using Menu Step 1

  3. Select Reset.
  4. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Using Menu Step 2

  5. Select Yes on the popup to delete the data.
  6. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Using Menu Step 3

  7. The TV will display Deleting individual info. After Installing. Restart Automatically. Please Wait.
  8. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Using Menu Step 4

  9. The TV will restart, and the TV should be factory reset.

Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV with Secret Menu

  1. Unplug the TV.
  2. Causes and Fixes Sharp TV with Black Screen Unplug TV

  3. Hold both the Volume Down and Input Button at the same time and plug the TV back in.
  4. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 2

  5. The TV should turn on and display a blue box at the top left corner.
  6. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 3

  7. At the same time, press the Volume Down and Channel Down Button, and a menu will come up.
  8. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 4

  9. Use the TV remote control press the down arrow to Industry INT.
  10. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 5

  11. Press the right arrow button to turn on Industry INT.
  12. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 6

  13. Press the Enter Button to activate Industry INT.
  14. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 7

  15. A screen will display saying Industry INIT Success.
  16. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 8

  17. Unplug the power to the TV again.
  18. Causes and Fixes Sharp TV with Black Screen Unplug TV

  19. Wait 30 seconds and plug the TV back in.
  20. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 9

  21. Power the TV on, and everything should have been factory reset.
  22. How To Factory Reset Sharp Aquos LCD TV Step 10

Summary
Factory resetting a Sharp TV is usually a simple task by using one of the options above.

Setting the TV back in a factory reset is usually done before selling the TV or giving it away to remove all data.

It also can help to fix errors that may occur with the TV, such as a black screen appearing and the Sharp TV will not turn on.

Have you factory reset a Sharp TV? Let us know your thoughts below.

12 thoughts on “How To Factory Reset a Sharp TV (3 Methods)

  1. Mueller

    Hallo,
    mein sharp smart tv hat auf der bedienanleitung die bezeichnung:LC-50ua6500x,
    auf der rückseite vom tv steht:lc-60le580x.
    wenn das gerät gestartet ist und ich irgendeine funktionstaste drücke bekomme ich am tv die meldung:
    the operation with remote control button is prohibited.
    Wie kann ich das problem behepen.

    mit freundlichen Grüßen
    R.Mueller

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  2. F Robins

    It did not work for me Although I can get the blue screen up on my tv No arrow up or down will get me down to my objective No butto on my remote does anything

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  3. Martin

    Hi !

    My Sharp TV doesn’t have any button exept for the power button. Do you’ve an idea how can I factory reset it ?

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    1. Justin

      Mine also only has the rocker in the back, no actual channel or volume buttons. I would like to know how to reset these TVs

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    2. nm

      my sharp tv after factory reset is asking me to pair the remote by pushing two buttons at once. Nothing else operates. So frustrating

      Reply
  4. Gladys Patricia

    Hi, my smart TV Sharp does not iniciate any function, leaves me with the notice of pushing the home and back button but nothing happens, I can’t use it, wish you could help me, please.

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  5. Kellie

    I did all of this and it did a factory reset, but as I was trying to set my TV back up it went off again! sharp liquid crystal tv model lc-46sb57un is the tv I have. The power and opc lights flash and tv goes off by itself. Please help!

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    1. Jen

      I’m having the same issue. TV was on and suddenly went off and the power and OPC lights are flashing. Tried to reset and I got nothing. When I push the power button it clicks like it’s turning on but I’ve got nothing.

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      1. Anonymous

        It works but tv goes right back to flashing green light so back where I started from im gonna trash the piece

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  6. lP

    Older Sharp tv
    Accidentally pushed resolution button on Enigma box (tv converter box) and now tv won’t stop rolling. Have tried various resets. Still rolling ?????

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  7. Priscilla Teo

    Hi I am seeking advise how to resolve this tv issue – Sharp LC-40LE380X. The screen froze suddenly last night. I tried the soft reset but it started again with the red SHARP logo on the screen. Even the remote control cannot operate the TV, the screen remain with the red SHARP logo after the power is on. Appreciate if someone can help to resolve this. Thank you in advance.

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