How to Fix Dim or Dark Picture Westinghouse Smart TV

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

Resolving Dark or Dim picture issues is usually just a matter of adjusting your TV's settings. It's important to remember that picture quality is subjective - it all depends on your individual preferences, and that your Westinghouse TV likely does not have anything wrong with it.

This guide will walk you through steps that may help resolve your picture issue.

2. Ambient Light

Depending on the model of Smart TV you have, bright light in the room where the TV is setup can cause the picture to appear to be washed out.

If there are any in the room, you can try to close any curtains and turn off any bright lights that may shine on or around the screen.

3. Backlight Adjustment

1. While watching a movie or television show, push the Menu button on your remote.
   

1. From the menu, select Picture.
   

1. Highlight Backlight, and use the left and right buttons on your remote to decrease or increase the backlight till the picture is suitably bright.
   

4. Color Adjustment

1. While watching a movie or television show, push and hold the Home button on your remote.
   

1. From the menu, select Picture.
   

1. Select Advanced Options.
   

1. Select Color Temperature for preset, simple options. Select More Options to adjust each setting individually.
   

5. Restart

1. Turn it off by pressing the Power button on the unit itself or on the remote.
   

1. Then unplug it from the power outlet.
   

1. Wait for 10 seconds.
2. Plug it back in then turn the TV back on from the Power button.
   

6. What's next?