Why is Netflix not working on Sky Glass? Fix loading errors and black screen

Netflix offers way more than just entertainment in one genre, and it’s worth watching the available diverse content on a bigger screen like the Sky Glass. However, there are some unusual problems that you may have to face.

Why isn’t Netflix working on Sky Glass?

If Netflix won’t work on your Sky Glass, fails to open and load the content, shows you the error code tvq-pb-101 (8.1), or the app is currently unavailable message, the TV needs a full reboot, or there is a connectivity issue between the router and the device. It’s also possible that the TV software is temporarily glitching, you are experiencing internet connectivity issues, or the app’s cache data is corrupt.

How to fix issues with Netflix on your Sky Glass?

To fix Netflix on Sky Glass, power cycle the TV by unplugging it from the mains for a couple of minutes. If that fails, refresh apps via Settings > System Management > Resets & Updates > Refresh apps, or check your internet connection, as Netflix requires a stable connection.

1. Check Internet Connectivity

The black screen when opening Netflix problem can be that your Sky Glass fails to connect to the internet, and that’s why the app is not loading at all. To rule out this possibility:

  • Press the Home button on your Sky Glass remote, which will give you access to the main menu.
  • Head to Settings. 
  • Choose Set Up.
  • Select Network and confirm that the TV is connected to the Wi-Fi network. 
  • If not, choose a Wi-Fi network, enter login credentials, and wait for the TV to establish a connection, potentially fixing the Netflix streaming issue.  

In case this does not fix the issue, move the router closer to the TV for a better Wi-Fi range. Also, reboot your router to clear out the memory and refresh the connection to troubleshoot slow internet speed.

You can also connect your TV to the router using an Ethernet cable if Wi-Fi connectivity issues are persistent.

2. Full Reboot or Force Restart Your Sky Glass TV

Your Sky Glass software and hardware sometimes glitch for unforeseen reasons, causing the Netflix app to fail to load on it. However, you can quickly resolve this issue by fully rebooting your TV with these steps:

  • Press the Power button on the TV to turn it off and remove all the cables, including the Power cable. 
  • Pull out the power cable from the mains and wait about 30 seconds. 
  • Plug in the power cable to the mains and connect all the cables to the TV
  • Wait for another 30 seconds.
  • Turn on the TV by pressing the Power button, open the Netflix app, and hopefully, it will start streaming. 

You can also troubleshoot the issue by force restarting your Sky Glass. To do this, turn off the TV, unplug it from the mains, and hold the Power button for 20 seconds while reconnecting the power cable. 

3. Update Glass TV Firmware

Sky Glass software errors due to an outdated version can be why Netflix won’t work, or load content, or show you the error codes. To prevent this from happening, update the TV firmware like this: 

  • Turn on the TV, press the Home button on the remote, and navigate to Settings > System Management. 
  • Select Reset and Updates.
  • Select Updates.
  • Choose Check for Updates.
  • Now wait till the Glass TV downloads, installs, and loads the latest updates.
  • Relaunch the app and verify the fix.

How to reset Netflix on Sky Glass?

To reset the Netflix app and to load it on your Sky Glass, refresh it by going to Settings > System Management > Resets & Updates > Refresh apps. This will clear the corrupt app cache data, and it will load with a new error-free session.

How to activate Netflix on Sky Glass?

To activate your Sky Glass to your Netflix account, open the app from the remote or within the Apps section, and sign in with your Netflix credentials. In case you haven’t subscribed, simply follow the prompts on the TV for signup. 

Conclusion

Streaming apps are what make Sky Glass a worthy gadget for watching your favorite content. But if the most popular apps like Netflix won’t work or load the content, this is really frustrating. 

However, one of the fixes in this guide works most of the time, and we implore you to try them one by one to get the issue resolved at home before calling Sky.

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