AMAZON Fire TV Stick users who are struggling with their device turning off randomly could be making an input mistake.
It’s easily avoidable and could save you some valuable TV-watching time.
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According to LifeWire, if your Fire TV Stick turns off randomly, you could be making an HDMI port mistake.
The error can leave you facing a black screen when you should be watching your favorite shows.
You might notice the issue if your Fire Stick starts turning off by itself.
This can indicate a glitch in the HDMI port you’re using.
The solution is to try using a different HDMI port.
In a worst-case scenario, Lifewire suggests using a different TV.
You can also try rebooting or restarting your device.
Restarting your Amazon Fire TV Stick is easy.
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The Amazon website states: “Restart your device from the device menu or by unplugging the power cord or adapter and then plugging it back in after 3 seconds.”
Restarting devices can help resolve common issues such as slow performance.
There are also two buttons you can hold down on the Fire Stick remote for a quicker restart.
Hold down the Play button and the Select button on your remote.
Press them simultaneously for around five seconds.
You should eventually see a logo appearing on your TV, which indicates that the device has restarted.
The button trick saves you from getting up and unplugging the TV only to plug it back in.
