How to stop your PlayStation 5 from turning on with your TV

This tutorial will show you step by step how to stop your PlayStation 5 (PS5) from turning on with your TV.

Stop your PS5 from turning on and off with your TV

1. Open settings by selecting the settings (gear) icon in the upper right corner of your screen and pressing the (X) button on your controller.

Open PlayStation 5 settings

2. Scroll down the “Settings” menu and open System.

Open System settings on the PlayStation 5

3. Open HDMI settings.

Open HDMI settings on the PlayStation 5

4. Select Enable HDMI Device Link and press the (X) button on your controller to turn it off.

Disable HDMI Device Link on the PlayStation 5 Disable HDMI Device Link on the PlayStation 5

That's it! Your PlayStation 5 will no longer automatically turn on with your TV.


PlayStation 5


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