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- It is possible to factory reset any model of Panasonic TV through its Settings with the remote control.
- Optionally, use the Physical buttons, Remote apps, etc., to reset the Panasonic TV without a remote.
If you are facing any serious issues with your Pansonic TV, soft reset it for good. If that doesn’t work, you can proceed to factory resetting, which will delete all the data present on your TV along with the glitches and dangerous bugs. The procedure to reset all models of Panasonic TV is given in this article for your reference.
How to Reset Panasonic TV With a Remote
Pick up your remote control and follow the respective resetting procedure of your Panasonic TV from the following headings.
Panasonic Android TV
- From your Android’s Home screen, go to Settings and select Device Preferences.
- Scroll down and click on Reset in the consecutive screens.
- Then, click on Erase Everything and initiate the factory reset process.
Panasonic Google TV
- Click on your Profile and select Settings provided below it.
- Tap on System and select About.
- Scroll to Reset and click Factory Data Reset.
Panasonic Fire TV
- Turn on your Panasonic TV with Fire OS using the Power button and go to its Settings.
- Click on the My Fire TV option and select Reset to Factory Defaults.
- Choose Reset again in the confirmation screen and initiate the process.
Panasonic Viera TV
- Tap Menu on your Panasonic Viera TV and click Setup
- Now, select System on-screen and click on Shopping Condition. This will reset your Viera TV.
How to Reset Panasonic TV Without Remote
If you have lost your remote, you can readily follow any of the below methods to reset your Panasonic TV.
Using Physical Buttons
Most Panasonic TVs have buttons attached to them either on their sides or at their bottom. You can use these buttons to navigate to the factory reset option and reset your device. The below procedure is generic and applies to all models of Panasonic TVs.
- Click the Menu button from the panel.
- Use the Volume Up/Down or Channel Up/Down buttons to scroll and select Settings → System.
- Then, select Reset to Defaults and initiate the factory resetting process.
Using Remote Apps
If your TV doesn’t have buttons attached to it, you can install the Panasonic TV remote apps on your smartphone and use them as your TV remote to reset.
You should remember that you should have done the pairing procedure before. Or else, you won’t be able to apply this procedure when required. Here, we have explained the pairing procedure in detail.
On Panasonic Viera TV
- Install the Panasonic TV Remote 3 app on your smartphone and sign in to your account.
- Connect your Panasonic TV to WIFI and link your smartphone to the same WIFI network.
TIP: Your TV will automatically connect to a WIFI network if the network’s name and password have been saved previously.
- After this, launch the app and choose your Viera TV from the list of available devices.
- Use the activation code and pair both devices.
- Once paired, go to the Menu → Remote Control and open the virtual remote.
On Panasonic Android/Google TVs
- Download the Google Home app on your smartphone and sign in to your account.
- Connect your phone to the same WIFI as your TV.
- Then, click on the Remote icon and choose your Panasonic TV.
- Enter the activation code and pair both devices. After this, a virtual remote opens on your phone.
On Panasonic Fire TV
- Install the Amazon Fire TV app on your smartphone and sign in to your Amazon account.
- Go to the app’s main screen and click on Select a Device to Connect.
- Choose your Panasonic Fire TV and pair both devices.
- Once paired, a virtual remote opens on your smartphone.
After launching the virtual remote of your respective TV OS, you can reset your Panasonic TV by following the above procedures.
Alternate Ways to Reset Panasonic TV Without Remote
If neither the TV button nor the remote apps suit you, then you can try certain alternative methods mentioned below.
- IR remote apps are available in plenty for smartphones. You can easily install the apps, connect it with your Panasonic T, and use it to reset your device.
- Universal remotes are compatible with all models of Panasonic TVs, which can be employed for this task.
- If you have external devices like a keyboard & mouse, you can connect it to your Panasonic TV and use it as a remote for resetting.
By using any of the above methods, you can reset any model of your Panasonic TV. After a reset, your TV will work normally without any errors. Even if it doesn’t yield any results, you can contact Panasonic’s Customer Support & get the required solutions.