TV Output LED on the Dock is Flashing
The TV output LED on the front of the Nintendo Switch dock is flashing or blinking.
Important:
The Nintendo Switch dock is not compatible with Nintendo Switch Lite.
Additional Information:
- When the Nintendo Switch AC adapter is first plugged into the dock, the TV output LED on the front of the dock will flash and shut off. This is normal.
- While the console is docked and the application screen is displayed on the TV, the TV output LED will remain solid green.
What to Do:
- Remove the Nintendo Switch console from the dock and ensure it has the latest system update installed.
- If the console is already up to date, restart it by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, then selecting "Power Options" and "Restart".
- If the console does not respond, hold down the POWER Button for twelve seconds to force it to shut down, then power on the console again.
- If you are using a Nintendo Switch dock with LAN port, update the firmware for the dock.
- If the console is already up to date, restart it by holding down the POWER Button for three seconds, then selecting "Power Options" and "Restart".
- Unplug the HDMI cable from the dock. Then, reset the AC adapter by disconnecting it from both ends for at least 30 seconds.
- While performing this step, verify you are using the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (model No. HAC-002) and check for any cuts, kinks, frayed cables, etc.
- If any damage is found, or if a different charger is being used, replacing it with the correct accessory may resolve the problem.
- While performing this step, verify you are using the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (model No. HAC-002) and check for any cuts, kinks, frayed cables, etc.
- Verify you are using the Nintendo Switch dock (model No. HAC-007) or Nintendo Switch dock with LAN port (model No. HEG-007).
- If a different accessory is being used, replacing it with the licensed dock may resolve the problem.
- Connect the AC adapter to the dock and directly to a wall outlet, then connect the HDMI cable back to the dock. Ensure it is plugged in directly to a TV or monitor.
- With the console powered on, place it back in the dock with the LCD screen facing in the same direction as the front panel on the dock.
Situation Not Resolved:
- If the issue is resolved by using a second dock, only the problematic dock will need to be repaired.
- If the issue persists with a second dock, or if another dock is unavailable, the console will need to be repaired. For testing purposes, include the original dock and the AC adapter.
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