Did Overclocking My TV Cause Permanent Damage? Here’s What Happened

As a tech enthusiast, I often find myself experimenting with my devices. Recently, while using my LG TV as a secondary monitor for my Windows 10 PC, I decided to push the limits a little by attempting to overclock its refresh rate from 60Hz to 70Hz through the NVIDIA Control Panel. Initially, this adventurous endeavor seemed to pay off, but trouble struck when the screen began to flicker incessantly, prompting me to revert to the standard refresh rate.

However, after returning the settings to their defaults, I encountered a new problem: my TV began to disconnect and reconnect to my PC repeatedly, which was incredibly frustrating. Despite my efforts to troubleshoot the issue—like trying different HDMI cables and ports—I couldn’t seem to resolve it. It led me to wonder if I had inadvertently caused lasting damage to my television. Has anyone else experienced something similar? What could I do to fix it?

Update and Resolution

After taking a step back, I decided to unplug the TV for a period to give it a break. Upon reconnecting everything, to my surprise, the screen has been functioning flawlessly for the past two hours without a hitch. This led me to consider that perhaps the brief issues could have been due to overheating or capacitor charge, which might have reset during the downtime.

While I’m not entirely sure what caused the initial malfunction, it’s reassuring to see my TV back in working order. If you’re in a similar predicament, it might be beneficial to try unplugging your device for a while before panicking about potential damage. Sometimes a little downtime can do wonders for your technology!

Thanks to everyone who offered their help and support. Have you faced any similar experiences with overclocking or technology mishaps? Share your stories in the comments below!