Hi Everyone, thanks for watching. As there appears to be some confusion over what part of the HDMI port I am referring, I have attached a close up picture for your ease of understanding: drive.google.com/file/d/1nYwZaYcaKrAbYL6Nsrgn1AA8T0TmL-53/view?usp=sharing
Handy dandy, i wanna ask u smth, 2 years ago i went to a guy who repairs ps4, and he repaired my hdmi port, can the hdmi port be repaired twice? I wanna know please cause my hdmi port needs repair again, can it be repaired again?
@@keegan4713 Hi KeeGan, thanks for watching and sending me your question. I would say that most likely the HDMI port can be repaired twice; however, I would qualify that by saying it depends on how well it was fixed the first time. If the HDMI port was replaced by a qualified tech that did not overheat the circuit board (overheating can delaminate the thin copper etching) and properly soldered it, then it can be replaced. I think, though, that it is odd that it would need to be replaced after 2 years--typically most repair depots replace the OEM HDMI port with a much better after market port to ensure longevity. This leads me to speculate about the thoroughness /qualifications of the original repair depot. Maybe contact the same repair center and see if they will do a free customer service replacement or give you a discount for the 2nd replacement. Hope the above helps you; all the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Alright man thank you, i delivered it to the repair man so he can fix it, he is gonna take a look if it can be fixed, so i hope it will be fixed pray for me🙌🥺
@@keegan4713 Hi KeeGan, thanks for updating me on your decision. Yes, I will pray for you and your PS4. It is good that the repair man said he needed to first look at it to see if it could be repaired...so maybe he will unde-rpromise and over-deliver. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Never expected it to work, and when it did work, it felt amazing I haven't been able to use the ps4 for almost a year now, all the other yt videos were bs Thank you very much man, you saved my ps4
Hi Hamid Osman, thanks for watching and sending me your results. That is great news that the fixed worked for you (despite the initial skepticism). The HDMI port connection, while compact is very finicky, so the slightest changes in how it is held within the port can make the difference between a good connection and a poor one. Hope you get many more years of entertainment out of your PS4. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Truong Nguyen, Thanks for watching and your comment. I am happy that I was able to help you get your PS4 up and running and you shared your results. All the best to you...A very big thank you for subscribing, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@PatsFN Hi J X N, thanks for your further comment. I would suggest trying the fix outlined in my video. If that doesn't work, I would recommend trying to shift the HDMI cable while the PS4 is on to see if the slight adjustment improves the signal (you get something other than just a black screen or 'no signal' on the TV). If that does work, try duct taping the HDMI cable in the best position while leaving the PS4 on for 4 or more hours (the heat may help the solder on the HDMI port), then turn off the PS4 and unplug it for 4+ hours. Try turning the PS4 on again and see if this helps. If it does--great. If it doesn't then, I am sorry but the issue with the PS4 may be more advanced. You may want to try contacting Sony and requesting a warranty repair of the unit, as many people have reported similar problems. Thanks, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@HANDYDANDYHUSBAND Idk if this will help but I don’t wanna try and mess it up more, will it help me? Because my fell on the hdmi and it cut off and the hdmi cord is loose and that’s how ik it’s hdmi + I even got a new hdmi cord still didn’t work.
@@xzoticcarts Hi AshtonIsVibin, thanks for watching and sending your question to me and the community. If your PS4 fell and the HDMI cord was connected to the port it is likely that the HDMI port connection itself has been compromised. My fix is more directed towards HDMI ports that just stop providing a video signal over time. You could try my fix, it would not cost you anything and it takes only about 5 minutes, and it may or may not work. Before you attempt it, however, just try using your finger and see if the HDMI port wiggles or shifts. If it does, then likely the solder connection that connects the port to the circuit board has cracked and needs to be re-soldered. Look for a Sony authorized warranty depot and see if they can trouble shoot it for you. Hope you get it working. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Xiomara Morales, thanks for watching and providing your comment. That's great that my fix worked for you. May you enjoy your PS4 for many more years. Have a happy, safe, and prosperous 2021, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@yes-yq5fx Hi there @yes, thanks for watching and sending me and the community your results. I am very happy that the fix worked; may your PS4 give you many more years of entertainment. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ]
IT work for me all I did was to clean the HDMI and move them to a nother location on TV. I used alcohol and a small flat head with a soft towel , like the one to clean Glasses 👓.
Hi Frost, thanks for watching and your comment and suggestions. Yes, the edge of a small flat head would also work..that is a great idea. All the best to you and happy gaming, HDH [: { ].
omg tysm, first my ps4 was on and it gave me the no signal problem and im like let me come on yt and i saw your vid and i did exacly what u did and it worked
Hi InvisableX, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am very happy the fix worked for you. May you have many more years of entertainment from your PS4. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi RR. Thanks for watching and providing your comment. I am happy I was able to help you get your PS4 up and running again. Just remember that because we are dealing with bendable metal, over time (say 6-12 months) you may need to repeat the process. Thanks and all the best to you. H.D.H. [: { ]
Great video sir thank you for taking the time to show us how to do this it work great for me and I hope it works for everyone else but great video thank you
Hi Diggum Daman, thank you for your kind words. I am very happy that the fix worked for your. I hope that you have many more years of entertainment from your PS4. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi trigsko, thanks for watching and your comment. If the PS4 is working fine only in safe mode, you should really check if your TV is properly able to display 1080p resolution. It may be that the higher resolution is not able to be projected to the TV. It could also be that the console is having difficulty sending a good hi res picture, but I would first check with the TV. If you have any question, let me know. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Abner Devereaux, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am very happy that the fix worked for you. May you have many more years of entertainment from you PS4. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@HANDYDANDYHUSBAND I also want to mention that I spent a dollar and some change on a brush, the rest I had around the house. Also, my PS4 was down for almost a year before I randomly searched RU-vid and found your video. Thanks again!
@@Abner_Devereaux_Jr Hi Abner Devereaux, you are very welcome. I am very happy you were able to continue using your electronic equipment. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Stephen Claffey, thanks for watching and letting me know your results. I am happy the fix worked for you. All the best to you and may your PS4 give you many more years of entertainment. H.D.H. [: { ].
Too bad this wont work for me. PS4 fell off the table landed right on the back. Bent and broke almoat all the pins from the board. Ill be looking into a HDMI replacement soon.
Thank you it work for me...it takes a bit of patience but I got there in the end all you have to do is make the two metal probes are sticking out far enough but not too far so that the HDMI cannot be plugged in
Hi IHaveADream 83, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am happy the fix worked for you. All the best to you and may you have many more years of entertainment from your PS4. H.D.H. [: { ]
Hi jzhang5, thanks for watching and letting me and the community know your results on your laptop. I am so happy that the fix worked for you...lets all keep our devices working as long as possible so that we do our part for Mother Nature. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Subscribed due to this video. I followed every step and it worked immediately. I was drained from other video searches and was going to resort to either repair or wait for PS5 restocks. Thanks man!
Hi Buddy Wood, thanks for watching and sharing your results. I am very happy you subscribed and even more thrilled that the fix worked for you. Hope your PS4 works for many more years to come. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
RU-vid remains UNDEFEATED!! Thank you so much, after searching thru a bunch of nonsense videos, THIS did the trick...I bet these are the types of simple fixes ppl are getting ripped off for at their local repair shops. Thanx again! 🥳💯🏆
i just took mine to the shop to get the hdmi port replaced for $150. i tried the things in this video but i think my port was completely shot. coincidentally i was getting a video signal until i took off the bottom of the ps4 to blow all the dust out of the fan, and as soon as i hooked it back up i couldn't get a video signal. the guy at the shop still thinks replacing the port will fix it, and i only have to pay if it works. considering i have like 90 ps4 games, $150 is kind of a small price to pay.
my ps4 isn’t responding to the hdmi cable. the ps4 is making the beep sound and there’s a blue signal. but when i connect my hdmi cable to the ps4 it just says “no signal” on the tv. i’ve tried using different hdmi cables and nothing changes.
Hi Electric Powerade, thanks for watching and sending me a summary of your issue. Yes, the 'no signal' on the tv is a sign that the HDMI port on your PS4 may not be operating as well as when it was when the console was new. Try prying up the prongs that should be protruding out a little. Once you have done that, let me know and I will try to help you out. All the best to you and Happy + safe 2021 to you, H.D.H [: { ].
@@lilteztha1 Hi Shawntez Diedrich, thanks for watching and sending me your related issue. Have you tried the fix outlined in the video? If not, try it out and let me know if you have any questions. If you have tried it and it didn't work for you, I am sorry about that. The fix isn't 100%, but it is free, and people have said that it worked for them in the comments. I guess, its worth a shot if you are experiencing the Blue Screen no signal issue. You might want to try resetting the PS4 (hold power button for 10 sec until 2nd beep and then unplug power supply for 10 seconds and see if the reset helps). Apart from that, you might want to contact Sony for a warranty authorized repair depot that might be able to diagnose your console for you. All the best to you in 2021, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi MentallySad, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am happy that the fixed work. All the best to you and may you have many more years of entertainment from your PS4. H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Damontei Alene, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am very happy that the fix worked for you. I appreciate your kind and encouraging comments. May you have many more years of service from you PS4. All the best in 2021 to you. Thanks, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@damonteialene2869 Hi there Damontei Alene, thanks for watching and sending me and the community your results. So happy the fix worked for you. All the best you and yours in 2021, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Elijah Montas. Thanks for watching and your comment. Its a bummer that you haven't been able to use your PS4. Please do try to use the fix I have outlined and hopefully your PS4 will be up and running again. If you have any questions, please send them my way. Also....kindly send your results to me so everyone on the channel can learn from your situation. All the best, H.D.H. [: { ]
@@HANDYDANDYHUSBAND I was looking around my house for hours to find something that was thin enough to push on of the metal pieces back up because one was flat , I succeeded in doing that , and my ps4 still doesn’t work
Hi Elijah Montas. Just to confirm, you unplugged the PS4, nudged up the flattened pins, you cleaned with isopropyl alcohol the HDMI cable head, you checked to make sure the PS4 HDMI port on the back of the PS4 did not have dirty lines on it (use a flashlight to make sure) and you used a new input in your t.v.--is that correct. Last, when you plugged the PS4 back in, you tried resetting it twice--is that correct. If you did all those things, may I suggest using a new or different HDMI cord that you know works with another monitor or tv. Also, when you take the HDMI cord out of your PS4 this time, are the pins still up or have they reflattened? Please try and let me know when you have tried that, also let me know how old your PS4 is, what type of PS4 is it (PS4 slim/pro or other). Thanks for your patience while we try to get this working for you. All the best, H.D.H. [: { ]
I CAN GUARANTEE 120% THAT THIS WORK! Follow every step and you will get it fix! I was about to lose it and I saw this video and it actually works! God Bless you man!
Hi Allen Jim, Thanks for watching and letting everyone knows your results. I am happy that you were able to get your PS4 working. Hopefully the next iteration of the console will have metal prongs that are more resilient. All the best, H.D.H. [: { ]
Hi Return2Monke, thanks for watching and sharing your results. I am very happy that it worked for you and hope that you get many more years of entertainment out of your PS4. All the best, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi leso204, thanks for watching and your comment. It is not my intention to mislead anyone; however, I understand how someone could think that this fix will solve all issues. You are right, if the HDMI port connectors pins are broken or the contacts to the circuit board have been compromised, then you are right the port will need to be replaced. This fix is just a first step to see if an easy hack could solve a comment issue. All the best to you. HDH [: {].
@@HANDYDANDYHUSBAND : one other heads up' is if the the console was active when port was damaged , a short within the HDMI will damage the booster chip in most cases , and-or the retimer chip ................
@@leso204 Hi leso204, thank you kindly for the added information. Such information is very useful to many in our community and I appreciate you taking the time to provide. All the best to you and happy gaming. HDH [: { ].
Hi Danny_, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am so happy this worked for you. I hope your PS4 gives you many more years of entertainment. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Burning Sword, thanks for watching and sending me and the community your results. I am very happy this worked for you. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi ItsAmarYT, thanks for watching and sending me a summary of your problem. We should confirm a few things: First, when you are connecting your PS4 to the TV, you are connecting a HDMI cable from the PS4 directly to the HDMI port in the TV--is this correct? Second, when you are connecting your PS4 to a monitor are you still using the same HDMI cable/port to connect to the monitor's HDMI port or are you switching to VGA with some sort of adapter. If you are switching to VGA with an adapter, it may not work unless you have a specific adapter designed to convert HDMI signals to VGA or RCA outputs. Please let me know and I will try to help you out. All the best to you for the new year, 2021, H.D.H. [: { ]
Hi Ru Anay, thanks for watching. Really happy that my fix was able to help you. Hope your PS4 gives you many more years of entertainment, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi OTC HOLLYWOODJ, thanks for watching and your comment. Yes, my hand motions are all over the place...I just don't know what to do with them and still try to keep you guys entertained...LOL. HDH [: { ].
I had my PS4 for 3 years and I never had a problem but when I tried to set up my vr headset nothing shows up on my tv I tried everything and when I hooked my PS4 back up normally nothing still shows up on screen when I used my vita via remote play and looked at the problem it turns out the the hdmi cable isn’t connected for some reason even though everything works fine I tried other hdmi cables even my Nintendo switch hdmi cable none of them work I even tried another tv and that didn’t work nothing I tried works 😞
Hi bora Demirbulakli, thanks for watching and providing me with a summary of your issue. It is a real drag that trying to add a VR Headset to your PS4 has caused such an issue. I am not sure my video will directly address this issue. My thinking is that the VR Headset setup/download caused some of your native video/audio settings on the PS4 to change. The problem is how do you alter/switch these settings if you can't see anything on the screen. While this is going to be hard, this is what I would recommend: 1) find a friend who has the same PS4 model as you (i.e. Slim/Pro/Reg etc.), 2) Set a video chat with that friend where he points his/her phone at their TV as he turns on he PS4. At this point turn on your PS4 as well, 3) Ask your friend to pretend like s/he is about to adjust his/her settings and follow his controller movements exactly (i.e. if he pushes up on his joystick, you do so as well, if he presses O or X or triangle, you do the same) Your friend should be asked to go to Sound and Screen > Audio Output Settings > Primary Output Port > HDMI, 4) After this ask your friend to follow the procedure to safely shut down the PS4 and follow those steps as well. Unplug your PS4, wait 10 seconds, and plug in your power cable, plug in a HDMI cable, and turn on the PS4--see if it works. If it does, great you are now in business. If it does not work, you may have to deactivate your PS4 and Reset your PS4 while mimicking your friend's controller gestures. Note that resetting your PS4 is known as an initialization and will erase everything from your PS4 (i.e. Harddrive will be completely erased). This will take a few hours so leave your PS4 on for the full day to make sure the reset is complete. I don't know if the above suggestions will work, but that is where I would start. Sorry, in advance, if this was not helpful to you. I hope you get your PS4 working. Please let me and the community know what does eventually work. Thanks (and Merry Christmas to you), H.D.H. [: { ].
@@HANDYDANDYHUSBAND sadly I don’t have any friends I’m more of a loner and the fact that I’m almost 24 and have no friends makes it sadder also there is like no sound coming from the tv and I can’t even go to safe mode so I think I’ll just get my hdmi port replaced at a repair shop mostly cause if I screw something up I might lose three years worth of save data so I think it’s safer to take it to a repair shop and get the hdmi port replaced
@@borademirbulakli4748 Hi bora Demirbulakli, I am sorry to hear that you feel you don't have any friends. Perhaps, ask someone that you know or someone that is an acquaintance? If the data is valuable, I agree it may be safer to take it into a repair shop. Do, however, explain the problem to them as you have done on this channel and maybe they can trouble shoot the PS4 without the HDMI port. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Clayton Hanlon, thanks for watching and sending me your results. Very happy to help you and get your PS4 working. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Jazzy_gaming, thanks for watching and sending in your results. I am very happy that the fix worked for your. May you have many more years of entertainment with your PS4. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
My boyfriends old OG first ever PlayStation needs the cord to be propped at an angle like earbuds. He said one of the “prongs” are splintered from taking the cord in and out for four years straight taking it to his grandmothers and back. I’m not sure how to fix that because that’s gonna be my PS4 soon.
Hi wonderland, thanks for watching and sending in your question. Yes, I have heard from other viewers that shifting the HDMI cable can help in ensuring a better connection. If one of the metal strips along the outside perimeter of the HDMI port is damaged/broken, then altering the angle of the HDMI cable entering the port may assist. Fixing this particular issue will likely require a HDMI port replacement, as one cannot easily repair/reattach the damaged metal strip. Sorry I couldn't provide you with better news. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Need help ps4 works and turns on but when I try plugging it into tv it says no singal I tried different hdmi cables as well but it might be the hdmi port on my ps4 but idk how it could have broke
Hi Damien Salazar, thanks for watching and sending me a summary of your issue. The symptoms you have described are, unfortunately, common among PS4 consoles. I don't know if it the design or the type of HDMI port that is used. What I do know is that the PS4 and especially the PS4 pro run very hot (just try standing next to one while gaming and you could use it as a space heater). The heat contributes to many issues including the melting of solder and of expanding and contracting metals which makes them more pliable (bendable) and--potentially--more brittle. With regards to your specific problem, please let me know if you have tried my fix. Sometimes the prongs on the PS4's HDMI port become flat and can't hold the HDMI cable centered or properly connected to the center piece and you get 'No signal error'. If that doesn't work, try cleaning the HDMI cable and the metal pieces inside the HDMI port with a thin cotton swab and rubbing alcohol [BE GENTLE] (heat increases the oxidization of most metals so sometimes oxidized connections can cause the no signal error). Last, see if moving or shifting the HDMI cable while it is plugged into the PS4 improves the signal. If it does improve the signal, then try using something to prop the cable into the position that provides the best signal and then leave it on, after 4 hours, turn it off and unplug it, and let the PS4 cool. This may help shift the solder next to the HDMI port pins enough to re-establish a better connection. Last, if nothing else works, use your finger and see if the PS4 port wiggles when you put pressure on it. If it does, likely you need to have the HDMI port replaced. Hope my suggestions help you, let me know if you need further help. Thanks, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi james her, thanks for watching and sending me your question. My son's PS4 worked initially for about 6 months then stopped (without us moving the PS4, but with my son removing the HDMI cable) because the PS4 froze. We did the fix and I told him to never remove the HDMI cable and the fix has been working for over 11 months now. I need to know, do you move your PS4 often or do you remove the HDMI cable and re-plug it in to different monitors? This may be the reason why the fix works but then stops working. If after repeated successful tries, it stops, working, I hypothesis that the HDMI port on your PS4 may be experiencing metal fatigue and the thin strips of metal are not able to 'bounce' back as resiliently as they did in prior fixes. Sometimes heat can give metal back its resiliency, but trying to get a heat source close to the HDMI port is going to be challenging without opening it up. You could try a very thin, micro soldering iron, but only provide the heat for a few seconds, as you don't want to melt anything or de-solder the component. Hope the above helps. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hey man, i got the same problem, looked at attempting an hdmi port replacement, then saw your vid. I thort would that really make a difference? FIXED! I didnt have a suitable tool, a sewing needle was too thin and flimsy, so I opted for a piece of garden twine with the end filed off at an angle. Bingo! Thank you so much for sharing this mate, i was heartbroken when mine died. 5 stars and thumbs up and a subscribe!
It doesn’t work my disappointment is immeasurable my ps4 dropped and the hdmi doesn’t want to work I just decided to spend money on my account I put the pins up mine does have tracks on it but when I replaced it it still didn’t work I followed all the steps and it doesn’t work and the both of the hdmi ports that I used worked fine with my laptop and now I’m sad cause I can’t play
Hi Yfiggs234, thanks for watching. I am sorry my fix didn't work for you. You may want to see if you can wiggle your HDMI port. If it does move, the entire port may be compromised rather than just the pins being bent flat. One viewer mentioned that he was able to use a toothpick and jam it between the HDMI port and the PS4 to stop the wiggling (if you happen to have this issue). Apart from that, you may need to have it repaired by a factory authorized repair depot. All the best to you and I hope you get your PS4 working again. H.D.H. [: { ].
@@larrywilson3904 Hi Larry Wilson, thanks for watching and sending me your question. I assume you are referring to the 2 USB ports on the front and one port in the rear of the PS4. If this is correct, then no, I don't think this will work as while they are USB 3.0 they are not designed to emit the necessary video signal. They are more tied to simply charging your controllers or adding external storage . But...hey...you can still try it and if it does work, please let me and the community know (it should not harm your device). I have heard of some people trying to use a HDMI -->RCA adapter on old school TVs and then use the Digital (optical) port for audio, but this only works if the HDMI port in your PS4 is giving a partial signal that your HDMI receiving TV/monitor can't properly pick up. Sorry if my response was not very helpful. All the best to you and if you do try a fix that works, please let me know. H.D.H. [: { ].
@@HANDYDANDYHUSBAND Thanks for the response. I purchased my PS4 in 2014 and before I broke my HDMI port it was constantly crashing and making loud noises. I guess I’m just going to purchase a ps5 when the price drops. Thanks again!!
@@larrywilson3904 No problem Larry Wilson. There are some shops and people that may buy your broken PS4, so try not just send it to the landfill--maybe try to sell it for parts etc. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi wonka1234, thanks for watching and providing your comment. I am very happy this free hack worked for you. Keep your PS4 working as long as you can--get awesome entertainment while helping Mother Nature! All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Belch Bat, thanks for watching. Not sure what you mean...I took pictures of the cable and the back of the PS4. The most important thing to note is the the metal prongs be able to position the contacts properly. When they are flattened, the contacts don't line up. Hope the explanation helps, HDH [: { ].
I bought a new cable and did the 7 second reset and and changed the resolution. I hit automatic and it goes back to no signal. Tried different inputs as well
Hi Pat Barry's Son, thanks for watching and sending me your question. Did you try bending the thin strips of metal in the outer metal surface of the HDMI port? Please let me know and I will try to help you out. If you have trouble identifying the metal pieces I am talking about, review the following picture: drive.google.com/file/d/1nYwZaYcaKrAbYL6Nsrgn1AA8T0TmL-53/view?usp=sharing Hope my comment helps you out. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
This worked like a charm! The only thing I did different was that I used a sewing needle instead of a toothpick or metal pick tool to prop up the "prong pieces" in the HDMI port because it was thinner than the pick tool, and stronger than the toothpick. The toothpick wasn't strong enough, and it was breaking at the tip when I put to much leverage on it. The metal pick tool wasn't thin enough, and I couldn't slip it under the prong. The sewing needle worked phenomenally! I was back to playing it that day. Thank you so much for making this video HDH. Literally saved me from buying a crappy used PS4. 👍👍
Hi Pablo scripts, thanks for watching. I assume you are referring to a loose PS4 HDMI port. A loose HDMI port typically signifies a loss of connection between the port and the circuit board. This could mean a circuit board crack, a cracked solder joint, or HMDI port metal strip/solder joint break. All of these issues are best addressed with a port replacement. If you don't mind a temporary fix, then try the following: plug in your HDMI cable, then turn on the PS4, once it is on and you see the video input error message, get some duct tape pieces ready, then gently start moving/shifting the end of the HDMI cable closest to the port in a circular motion and stopping briefing at the 12, 3, 6, 9 o'clock positions and see if any of this movement helps re-establish a video connection (if you are working behind your TV, having a mirror or a friend tell you if there is any change in the video reception will be helpful as well). Should movement help, then try to tape the HDMI cable end in that exact position so that it is maintained. This jerry-rigging may work, but I am not sure for how long. Hope the suggestion helps, all the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi EditzX.offline, thanks for watching and sending me your concern. If the HDMI cable head is not able to be pushed all the way into the HDMI port, then there is an obstruction. The problem could be with either the outer metal strips or the inner metal strips. I cannot tell without examining the PS4. If you can send me a clear, close-up, well lit, high resolution picture of your PS4 port from multiple angles, I will try to help you out. You can send the pictures to my email account: thehandydandyhusband.info@gmail.com I look forward to hearing from you soon. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Honey, a blind man can see that the "old" and the "new" HDMI connectors are not facing the same way. And those prongs - they have nothing to do with the signal output. They are only there to secure connector in place if you needed to move around cables or the console .. Definitely try to clean the port and replace the cable (it cold be a broken wire inside if you are moving it around a lot) but I would keep my hope in check if I were you ...
Hi The Riddle, thanks for watching and your comment. I appreciate you taking the time to comment. The metal prongs, I agree, do secure the cable contacts in place; however, that does not mean that they have nothing to do with the signal. With HDMI--especially with the connectors on the PS4--the metal prongs play an important role. When they are flattened out, they are unable to maintain the correct position of the cable to the small contacts coming out of the playstation and this then compromises the signal. I don't need to keep my hope in check...the method worked well for me an many others. I am sorry that it did not work for you. All the best to you, HDH [: { ].
Hi lxlspooky_ , thanks for watching and sending me your comment. I am not sure what could be causing the black and white lines. It could be a poor connection between the TV and the PS4. One way to test this is to hook up a laptop to the same hdmi and see if the problem persists. If it does, then replace the hdmi cable and retest, if it does not then the problem may be with your PS4 hdmi port. Unfortunately, without more information, it is hard for me to provide any other assistance. Hope you try out my test and see if it works. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@HANDYDANDYHUSBAND well I know it’s not my tv or hdmi I honestly feel like it’s my ps4 but my brother had told me I have to move my hdmi up to fix it but it also doesn’t work
@@lxlspooky__ Hi lxlspooky_, thanks for updating me with hdmi issue. Man...that is a bummer. Unfortunately, I don't know of any other fix other than recommending you take the PS4 to an authorized repair center. Hope you eventually get is resolved. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi JC, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am happy that this worked for your PS4 Destiny edition. I appreciate your support of my channel...WELCOME! May your PS4 give you many more years of entertainment. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi rdaw21, thanks for watching and sharing your results. I am very happy you got your PS4 working. All the best to you and may your PS4 give you many more years of entertainment, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi ShaunCTv, thanks for letting me and the community know. Yes, please try and do report back if it works. I know of at least one other viewer that advised that it did work. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Thanks man that really helped , my problem was the two contact part it was push in your video was the only one that really helped me thanks I really appreciate
Hi Abstract Abz, thanks for watching and sending me your question. Sure, you can contact me by email: thehandydandyhusband.info@gmail.com Please send a detailed description along with pictures that point out exactly what I should be looking at. I will try to help you out. Look forward to hearing from you. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Abstract Abz, I received your email and have responded. Please check your email account and reply--I will try to help you out. Thanks, H.D.H. [: { ].
this didn't work on my ps4 I wish it did I could play it but it didn't I did everything you said and still nothing on my tv both tv i try see if was my tv but one tv says ps4 but still no signal and my other tv nothing still no signal
Hi Zack Floyd, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am sorry the fix didn't work for you. One last ditch attempt you could make is with our PS4 off, hold the HDMI cable on the back port and after you turn on the PS4, try gently shifting its position (do not do this aggressively), this might help you trouble shoot if it is a loose PS4 port or if indeed its a connection issue, but the fix was not sufficient to bridge the gap. Hope you do get your PS4 working again, if you have any questions, let me know. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ]
Hi The PS Player, thanks for watching and sending me your comment. Yes, if you are not good with tools or do not have a steady hand, then I would agree it would be risky; however, for most people it is fairly straight forward. Just think of it like a paper clip that has come out of alignment, you bend it back in position, but with just a little bit of force, if you use too much force you will over bend it, if you bend it too often you could crack the metal. For many people trying this fix is one way of helping troubleshoot the HDMI port. Anyways, hope my reply helped you...do what you think is safest for you. Best of 2021 to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Everyone, thanks for watching: A new update - a community member, Devon Pernell, (see comments below) has reported that the fix works even on the PS5. [: { ]
Hi Crest, thanks for watching and letting me know your results. I am happy the fix worked for you and may your PS4 give you many more years of entertainment, best, H.D.H. [: { ].
He TheRiseofTony, thanks for watching and let me know your concern. I am sorry to hear that the metal pin/strip broke before you could fix it. Considering the pin is broken, I wonder if inserting a thin paper wedge between the cable and the HDMI port might provide just enough friction to get it working again. You may wish to try this, but I have really no idea if it would work. Best alternative suggestion I can make is contact Sony and request a repair under warranty (regardless of when you purchased the PS4) as this appears to be a common issue with PS4s. Please let me know if either suggestion works. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@theriseoftony Hi TheRiseofTony, that is such a bummer. Maybe speak to Sony and advise them of the many issues you have had and how little you have had with Xbox. Maybe they might make a warranty exception in your case. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Kubo, thanks for watching and sending me your question. The instructions on my video follow the same steps that I use. They are 'best practices' and I would encourage you to follow each step, as it will result in ensuring multiple points of potential failure are addressed. If, however, you don't wish to clean the HDMI cord with alcohol, that would be OK (i.e. it will not damage the port) but your success rate may not be as high. Hope you get you PS4 working. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Ghillyboy, sorry for the late reply and thanks for watching. The isopropyl alcohol is to clean the outside of the cable connector in case it has oils or other contaminants that could be compromising the connection. Hope this helps, all the best to you, HDH [: { ].
Hi Paint, thanks for watching and sending me your concern. You can use 70% alcohol--you just need to rub a little harder. Instead of toothpicks, use a pin or a needle or an awl. Man...don't hate your life...its the only one you get this time around...try to make the best of every moment and appreciate and take comfort in the people who care about you. Its only a PS4. If you really need some entertainment, try using your PS4 controller with a desktop and play Call of Duty for free on Blizzard. Its quite a bit of fun. Anyways, all the best to you and I hope you get your PS4 running again. H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Dabi, thanks for watching and sending me your question. If you have 'prongs all over the place' you might have the middle/center area thin metal pieces moved out of place. My PS4 only has two thin metal prongs on the OUTER metal casing (not the inner area). If you issue is with the middle area metal pieces, my fix won't work for you. Likely an HDMI port replacement is required. As a last ditch method (hail mary attempt), you might want to try carefully bending the metal prongs to their intended position and adhere them to the center post with crazy glue--but this is highly risky. So only use this method if you have to replace the HDMI port anyways. I can provide further thoughts if you can send me a clear, close-up picture to my email address: thehandydandyhusband.info@gmail.com Look forward to hearing from you, best wishes, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Muhammed Fahad Ejaz, thanks for watching and sending me your results. Hope you had a safe and enjoyable Xmas. I am very happy that the fix worked for you. May you have many more years of entertainment with you PS4. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi I need help i have a similar problem it won’t connect at all. I used different hdmi cables and different tv and it still won’t work when i did the hard reset I saw the ps4 logo but after that the ps4 won’t connect to the tv. Plz help
Hi boof_clutchz Z, thanks for watching and sending me your question. The fact that you did see the PS4 logo is good sign; however, I need more information before I can respond to you. 1st: how did you perform the 'hard reset', 2nd: did you perform the fix featured in my video?, 3rd: what does your HDMI port on the PS4 look like in comparison to mine (same or different): drive.google.com/file/d/1nYwZaYcaKrAbYL6Nsrgn1AA8T0TmL-53/view?usp=sharing , 4th: what happens when the PS4 is on, do you get the no input error or something different. Please let me know the answers to my questions and I will try to help you out. If you want to send me pictures of your PS4 HDMI port, send them to my email: thehandydandyhusband.info@gmail.com. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Well my ps4 used to say no signal and when u shake the cable a bit it would work tho any other shake would go back to a blue screen And then it stopped working
Hi FyberG, thanks for watching and sending me a summary of our issue. From what I have heard from you and others in the community, the adjustment of the cable that enables a good signal is the sign that there is poor contact between the HDMI port and the cable or worse poor contact between the HDMI port and the electronic board in the PS4. I would do the following: 1) check and see if the HDMI port on the PS4 wiggles or wobbles--if it does, then the PS4 HDMI port may have loosened contacts on the internal board. 2) If that is not the issue, try my fix that I outlined in my video, that may solve the poor connection issue, 3) I would also check the TV HDMI port just to make sure that it and not your PS4 is not faulty, 4) If all else fails, jerry rig the cable in a position (with masking or duct tape) that provides a solid signal, play on the PS4 for a good 4 hours to make it nice and hot, and then turn it off normally, and unplug it. Wait 24hrs and then remove the tape. See if that helps your PS4 maintain a better signal. If the above suggestions do not work, you may need to contact Sony to get the contact information for a warranty authorized repair depot near you. Hope the above helps you, all the best to you in 2021, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Noah, thanks for watching and sending your question my way. Yep...COD is pretty cool. Assuming you don't have an audio connection to your digital out (optical port), the PS4 automatically outputs sound via the HDMI port. The fact that you can hear the game but not see the signal means the HDMI cable/port connection is not complete. Try a new HDMI cable and see if cleaning/prying up the prongs helps. If possible, please let me know how things progress for you. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi aanval games, thanks for watching and letting me know your concerns. Yes, definitely, I agree, you should be careful not to put excessive pressure on the strips of metal as like any metal, excessive pressure or constant back and forth will eventually break the metal. Note that the temperature of your room may also affect the brittleness of the metal. Air conditioned buildings will make the metal more prone to breakage. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi 999squirt, thanks for watching and sending me your concern. Sorry about your toothpicks breaking...perhaps try a plastic pick. If that doesn't work, you may have to use a long needle or a long pin, if you don't have metal pick like the one I used in the video. You will know if you have 'propped' them up enough when you can see them protruding about 1-2 mm away from the metal that surrounds the HDMI port. If you want to be really precise, you can look at prongs in the port next to the HDMI port (AUX) and prop up the HDMI port prongs about half this height. Hope this helps. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@ELMstreett Hi The World, thanks for watching. With reference to your question, let me give you a bit of an overview. The HDMI port has a metal casing (grey colored) with a center bit (black or dark colored). The center area seats into the HDMI cable. There are two tiny metal strips that are supposed to provide a bit of tension to the HDMI cable when it is placed inside the PS4 HDMI port that are located on the outer casing. Sometimes (more like typically) these metal strips bend towards the outside (i.e. away from the center of the HDMI port or away from the HDMI cable that you stick into the port). My fix in the video explains how to gently move the strips back in place so that they can provide the friction to the HDMI cable that has been lost. Note: be gentle, use a pick, or a long pin and only push up until you see a little hump for the HDMI cable to slide against (DO NOT push the strip all the way up--this will mean that the HDMI cable edge will snag on it). Just push up the curved area of the strip. Hope this helps you, please let me know if you have any other questions. All the best to you, H.D.H. [ : { ].
Hi Team Asylum, thanks for watching and letting me know your results. Sorry it didn't work for you...I know how fun playing on the PS4 is and how frustrating it is when its not working. Hope you get it working using an alternate (though likely more expensive method). Best regards, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Pranay Sabherwal, thanks for watching and sending me your results. I am sorry my fix didn't work for you and caused you so much frustration. I would be happy to help you further, if you let me know what exactly the issue is and what if any change the suggested fix made. Hope to hear from you. Yes, it is expensive to replace the HDMI port, but you need to do some trouble shooting to make sure that it is in fact the issue. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Pranay Sabherwal, I didn't hear back from you. I guess swearing is much easier than actually doing the work to try to fix something. Anyways, my offer stands. H.D.H. [: { ].
I don’t understand how to nudge them back up. Every time I try to get underneath them the toothpick kinda breaks. And I don’t have a metal pick. Please help.
Hi AyuMaster, thanks for watching and sending me your issue. Many issues could have occurred when your PS4 dropped onto the floor. One thing I think you should check is the HDMI port. Sometimes (depending on how the PS4 lands) the HDMI port can be jarred or twisted by the cable. Check it by removing the cable and using the finger next to your pinky finger (the weakest finger so you use the least pressure) and see if the HDMI port wiggles or moves. If it does, then there is a chance that this is the cause of your video output issues. Some viewers have used a toothpick or wadded up paper and placed it between the outside HDMI port metal and the PS4 case to make the HDMI port stable again. This can work in some cases, but it is not a guaranteed fix as it depends on how badly the HDMI port is damaged. If you do try this fix, please let us know your results. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Thank you a million, I experienced the same issue and almost stripped my entire ps4 down to the mother board but I watched this video and tried your " method" and now my ps4 is operating perfectly with such an easy fix, your the man thank you again my son and I are incredibly ecstatic this worked!!!
Hi Jared Haner, thanks for watching and letting me know your results. I am so happy it worked for you. All the best to you and happy gaming. HDH [: { ].
Hi Bevo max360, thanks for watching and letting me and our community know your results on the fix. I am very grateful for your kind and encouraging words. I hope your PS4 keeps working for many years to come. All the best to you in 2021. Thanks, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Peeks X, thanks for watching and letting me know your particular situation. Unfortunately, I am not an electronics repair person, so if your entire port is broken, I would not be qualified to provide you with guidance to repair it. I would suggest you contact Sony and ask them to recommend an authorized repair depot near your area. Sorry that I was unable to help you get your PS4 running. All the best to you in 2021, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Delio Master69, thanks for watching and sending me your question. I will need you to take a close up picture of the HDMI port and try to identify what cable you are referring to that is loose. I will try to help you out once I can see more clearly what you are referring to. You can send the picture to my email address at: thehandydandyhusband.info@gmail.com All the best to you, and look forward to working with you. [: { ].
Hi Reborn bitxh, thanks for watching and sending me your request. Kindly let me know what you mean. I don't understand what you mean when you say HDMI ain't working for tv or its self. Please let me know and I will try to help you out. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
Hi Geonaute2, thanks for watching and sending me your results. Hope you have many more years of entertainment with your PS4. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ]
I agree for the most part here but I do have a few problems with this video. Please only take this as constructive feedback, I'm not intending on anything else here 1) While this fix may work for some consoles, 90% of the time a new port is needed 2) You should have probably mentioned this is *never* going to be a permanent fix. Once those locking prongs have bent, they're weak, they'll keep getting weaker over time 3) You said "most repair companies" will claim a new port is needed when it isn't. Again I agree in some instances, but most repair technicians are honest, and you shouldn't paint a bad picture on us like that 4) In at least one of your replies you say if this fix doesn't solve green and red lines it's a graphics problem, that is absolutely 100% incorrect. Sorry, but an APU issue would either result in glitching, a phantom white light or a blue light of death. Green and red lines are indicative of a handshake failure, which is the result of a faulty HDMI port or HDMI encoder, and is in no way related to the APU. 5) This can cause more damage than good if the user isn't careful. Accidently causing 2 pins to become shorted can damage the encoder resulting in a worse and more expensive problem to fix. These are my opinions, I don't mean to sound picky, just voicing my concerns
Hi JoyBoy, thanks for watching and sending me your comment. I am very happy that I was able to help keep your PS4 running. All the best to you and may you have many more years of entertainment from your PS4, H.D.H. [: { ].
Please someone help me. I’m not sure if this is normal. But that little thing in the middle of my hdmi that holds the gold pins can be pushed all the way upwards
Hi Randomdumbthings1234, thanks for watching. Don't lose heart. Sometimes things take a little longer than one expects but hang in there and things will go your way. I am sorry my fix didn't work for you. Unfortunately, it is a free fix that addresses a common issue with the HDMI port. If your HDMI port is compromised (loose or damaged) the fix may not work. Do try to take your console to an authorized repair depot and at least see if they can recommend a way forward. Hope you get it working, all the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
@@KTLSCRAPP Hi Randomdumbthings1234, Yes, please try to get it running. Money to buy a new console is one thing but trying to get something working again so that you can reuse/continue to use it will help everyone in the long run. If you can, please do try to get it working, I will try to help. All the best to you, H.D.H. [: { ].
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