How To Reset Geepas Smart Tv
To reset a Geepas Smart TV , you can perform a soft reset (power cycle) to fix minor glitches or a factory reset
through the settings menu to erase all data and restore original defaults. Resetting via the Settings Menu
This is the standard method for functional TVs with a working remote. Note that this will delete all installed apps, accounts, and saved settings. Open Settings : Press the
button on your remote and navigate to the gear icon (Settings). Navigate to Device Preferences : Scroll down to select Device Preferences Find Reset : Locate the section. Inside, select Factory data reset Confirm the Action Erase everything . If prompted for a PIN, try the default (often ) unless you have set a custom one.
: The TV will reboot and begin the reset process, which may take several minutes. Do not power off the TV during this time. Power Reset (No Remote Required)
A power reset (also known as a cold boot) can resolve issues like a frozen screen or unresponsiveness without deleting your data.
Resetting a Geepas Smart TV can be done through the internal settings menu using a remote or via physical buttons on the device if you don't have a remote . Because Geepas TVs typically run on the Android TV platform, the steps generally follow standard Android procedures . Reset via Settings Menu (With Remote)
If your TV is responsive and you have the remote, follow these steps:
Open Settings: Press the Home or Menu button on your remote and navigate to the gear icon (Settings) .
Find Device Preferences: Look for a menu labeled Device Preferences, Common, or System . Locate Reset Option: Select About and then choose Factory Reset or Reset .
Alternatively, look for Storage & Reset directly in the main settings list .
Confirm: Select Erase Everything to confirm. If prompted for a PIN, try the default 0000 or 1234 . Reset Without a Remote (Physical Buttons)
If you cannot use the remote, you can perform a "hard reset" using the physical buttons on the TV panel . How to perform a Forced Factory Reset on an Android TV
Since you haven't specified a specific model number (e.g., GE6519, GE5001), I have compiled a review of the most common methods to reset a Geepas Smart TV. Geepas TVs typically run on a customized version of Android TV or a generic Linux-based OS.
Here is a review of the methods available, ranked by effectiveness.
Older or budget Geepas models run a proprietary Linux OS.
Step 1: Press Menu on your remote.
Step 2: Navigate to Settings > Support (or “System”).
Step 3: Look for Factory Reset or Restore to Factory Defaults.
Step 4: Confirm with OK.
Step 5: The TV will prompt “All data will be lost. Continue?” Select Yes.
Best for: Users who are locked out by a PIN, have a frozen screen, or cannot access the settings menu.
Note: This requires a specific button combination. Geepas remotes vary, but the standard Android TV method usually works.
Review of Method B: This is where Geepas TVs show their budget nature. The Recovery Mode interface is often the raw, text-based Android system screen. It can be intimidating for non-tech-savvy users. Additionally, some older Geepas remotes lack the specific key mapping required to navigate this menu, meaning you might need a USB mouse or a universal keyboard to select options.
This method is for advanced users only. Changing the wrong settings can permanently damage your TV’s calibration.
Step 1: On the original Geepas remote, press the following sequence rapidly (do not pause):
Mute → 1 → 8 → 2 → Power
Step 2: A blue/gray service menu will appear.
Step 3: Use the channel up/down buttons to scroll to Factory Reset or Init NVram.
Step 4: Press Volume Up to select.
Step 5: The TV will beep and shut off. Turn it back on manually.
Warning: Do not touch anything labeled “White Balance,” “ADC Adjust,” or “Panel Setting.”
Sometimes. If the backlight is dead, no reset will fix it. Try shining a flashlight on the screen; if you see a faint image, the backlight is bad—call a technician.
Most performance issues (freezing, no sound, black screen with backlight) require only a Soft Reset. This is simply rebooting the operating system without losing data.
This is the standard method for users who can still navigate the TV’s interface.
Some generic Geepas models use a hidden menu:
To reset a Geepas Smart TV , you can perform a soft reset (power cycle) to fix minor glitches or a factory reset
through the settings menu to erase all data and restore original defaults. Resetting via the Settings Menu
This is the standard method for functional TVs with a working remote. Note that this will delete all installed apps, accounts, and saved settings. Open Settings : Press the
button on your remote and navigate to the gear icon (Settings). Navigate to Device Preferences : Scroll down to select Device Preferences Find Reset : Locate the section. Inside, select Factory data reset Confirm the Action Erase everything . If prompted for a PIN, try the default (often ) unless you have set a custom one.
: The TV will reboot and begin the reset process, which may take several minutes. Do not power off the TV during this time. Power Reset (No Remote Required)
A power reset (also known as a cold boot) can resolve issues like a frozen screen or unresponsiveness without deleting your data.
Resetting a Geepas Smart TV can be done through the internal settings menu using a remote or via physical buttons on the device if you don't have a remote . Because Geepas TVs typically run on the Android TV platform, the steps generally follow standard Android procedures . Reset via Settings Menu (With Remote)
If your TV is responsive and you have the remote, follow these steps:
Open Settings: Press the Home or Menu button on your remote and navigate to the gear icon (Settings) .
Find Device Preferences: Look for a menu labeled Device Preferences, Common, or System . Locate Reset Option: Select About and then choose Factory Reset or Reset .
Alternatively, look for Storage & Reset directly in the main settings list .
Confirm: Select Erase Everything to confirm. If prompted for a PIN, try the default 0000 or 1234 . Reset Without a Remote (Physical Buttons)
If you cannot use the remote, you can perform a "hard reset" using the physical buttons on the TV panel . How to perform a Forced Factory Reset on an Android TV
Since you haven't specified a specific model number (e.g., GE6519, GE5001), I have compiled a review of the most common methods to reset a Geepas Smart TV. Geepas TVs typically run on a customized version of Android TV or a generic Linux-based OS.
Here is a review of the methods available, ranked by effectiveness.
Older or budget Geepas models run a proprietary Linux OS.
Step 1: Press Menu on your remote.
Step 2: Navigate to Settings > Support (or “System”).
Step 3: Look for Factory Reset or Restore to Factory Defaults.
Step 4: Confirm with OK.
Step 5: The TV will prompt “All data will be lost. Continue?” Select Yes.
Best for: Users who are locked out by a PIN, have a frozen screen, or cannot access the settings menu.
Note: This requires a specific button combination. Geepas remotes vary, but the standard Android TV method usually works.
Review of Method B: This is where Geepas TVs show their budget nature. The Recovery Mode interface is often the raw, text-based Android system screen. It can be intimidating for non-tech-savvy users. Additionally, some older Geepas remotes lack the specific key mapping required to navigate this menu, meaning you might need a USB mouse or a universal keyboard to select options.
This method is for advanced users only. Changing the wrong settings can permanently damage your TV’s calibration.
Step 1: On the original Geepas remote, press the following sequence rapidly (do not pause):
Mute → 1 → 8 → 2 → Power
Step 2: A blue/gray service menu will appear.
Step 3: Use the channel up/down buttons to scroll to Factory Reset or Init NVram.
Step 4: Press Volume Up to select.
Step 5: The TV will beep and shut off. Turn it back on manually.
Warning: Do not touch anything labeled “White Balance,” “ADC Adjust,” or “Panel Setting.”
Sometimes. If the backlight is dead, no reset will fix it. Try shining a flashlight on the screen; if you see a faint image, the backlight is bad—call a technician.
Most performance issues (freezing, no sound, black screen with backlight) require only a Soft Reset. This is simply rebooting the operating system without losing data.
This is the standard method for users who can still navigate the TV’s interface.
Some generic Geepas models use a hidden menu:
