How To Connect Hisense TV To WiFi Without Remote
To enjoy the benefits of having a Hisense smart TV, you must have a good internet connection. It allows you to stream online content and access other online services.
Connecting your Hisense TV to a wireless network using a remote is a breeze. However, the procedure becomes a little complex when the Hisense remote is not working or not available.
Don’t worry, I will be sharing different ways that will help you to get internet connectivity on your Hisense smart TV quickly.
To connect Hisense TV to WiFi without remote, you can use physical buttons on the TV or use the Hisense remote application for Android phones and iOS devices. I have explained everything in detail below.
How To Connect Hisense TV To WiFi Without Remote
Below are the methods to connect Hisense Android TV to wireless internet when the remote is not working.
1. Using The Physical TV Buttons
All Hisense TVs have physical buttons to turn ON the TV without a remote, navigate, and select different options. You can use that physical control panel to connect your Android TV to the internet.
Here are the steps to follow:
- Turn ON your TV
- Navigate and open the Settings
- Scroll down and select Network
- Now choose Network Configuration
- Select the network you want to get connected to
- Enter the login and password, and you will get internet connectivity
2. Using IR Blaster Remote App
Another option is to use an IR Blaster remote app. These applications use infrared signals and allow you to control all functions of your TV. Here are the steps to follow:
- Download and install the application on your mobile. DOWNLOAD LINK
- Launch the app on your mobile.
- Tap on the IR remote option.
- Select the TV option.
- In the search bar, type Hisense and select your TV.
- Tap on the RED button and then choose Working.
- You will see a remote on your phone screen.
Use it to hook up your Hisense smart TV to WiFi using a mobile phone.
NOTE: You can also use the “Remote for Hisense Smart TV” app for your smartphone if you know your Hisense TV IP address.
3. Using Ethernet Wired Connection
If with the above two methods, you couldn’t succeed in getting internet connectivity, use an Ethernet cable. The process for connecting Hisense TV to the internet with cable is simple.
Get an Ethernet cable. Plug in one end of the cable into the LAN port of your router and the other end on your Hisense TV. Your TV will automatically detect the connection and get connected to the internet.
4. Using Mouse and Keyboard to Connect Hisense TV to WiFi
You can also use a keyboard and mouse to connect your Hisense smart TV to the internet. Connect the mouse and keyboard to the TV using the USB port.
Once connected, use the mouse for navigation and go to TV Settings > Network > Network Configuration > Select the WiFi name > Enter the username and password using the keyboard.
5. Use Universal Remote
A permanent fix of this situation is to get a universal remote. I recommend GE universal remote because it is compatible with all Hisesne TV models.
You can easilyly program the remote with your TV and connect it to your wireless network. You will need this universal remote codes for Hisense TV to pair the remote quickly.
Connecting Hisense Fire TV to WiFi Without Remote
Connecting Fire TV to a wireless network without a remote is slightly different from the above-shared methods. Here are the step-by-step instructions:
- You will need two smartphones for this process.
- Install the Amazon Fire TV app on one mobile phone; below are the download links:
Download From Playstore — Download From App Store
- On the other mobile set up a WiFi hotspot connection.
- Ensure the name and password of the Hotspot connection must be similar to your WiFi network to get connected automatically.
- Switch ON your Hisense Fire TV.
- Connect your smartphone with the Amazon Fire TV app and your Fire TV to the same network.
- Launch the app and tap the Remote option at the bottom.
- You will see all available devices ready for connection.
- Select your Hisense Fire TV.
- A code will appear on your TV screen. Type the code on your smartphone to get paired.
- Now use the app to navigate to Settings → Network → See All Networks and get connected.
Connecting Hisense Roku TV to WIFI Without Using Remote
- You will need two phones for this process.
- Install the Roku App on one mobile phone; below are the download links:
Download From Playstore — Download From App Store
- On the other mobile set up a WiFi hotspot connection.
- Ensure the name and password of the Hotspot connection must be similar to your WiFi network to get connected automatically.
- Turn ON your Roku TV
- Connect your smartphone with Roku app and your Roku smart TV to the same network.
- Launch the app and tap on the Devices option at the bottom.
- Choose your Roku TV from the list of available devices.
- Now both devices are paired successfully, and you can start using your smartphone as a remote.
- Go to your Hisense Roku TV’s Settings → Network → Set up connection → Wireless → Select WIFI network and connect to it.
Connecting Hisense VIDAA TV to WIFI Without Remote
Hisense VIDAA TV users follow this guide to connect your TV to the internet if the remote is not working:
- Install the RemoteNOW app on one mobile and set up a Hotspot on the second mobile.
Download From Playstore — Download From App Store
- Ensure the Hotstop connection details must be similar to your WiFi network.
- Power ON your TV.
- Connect your phone with the VIDAA app and your Fire TV to the same internet network.
- Launch the RemoteNow application on mobile.
- Tap on the TV icon at the top.
- Choose Hisense VIDAA TV from the list of devices.
- A code will appear on your TV screen. Enter the code on your phone, and your devices will be paired.
- Now, tap on the Remote option at the bottom.
- A virtual remote will appear on your mobile screen.
- Use that remote and go to:
- Settings > Network > Network Configuration > Connection Type > Wireless > Select a WIFI network and connect it to a WIFI.
FAQs
How to check if my Hisense Smart TV is connected to the WIFI?
To check your Hisense TV connected to the internet, go to Settings and select Network. Select Network Configuration and look for Connected status.
How to fix Hisense TV WIFI not working issue?
To fix Hisense TV not connecting to WiFi issue, restart your TV, test your internet connection, clear the cache of your TV, or factory reset to restore the device to default settings.
How to forget the WIFI network on Hisense Smart TV?
To forget the current WiFi network on your Hisense TV, go to Settings > Network > select Network Configuration and choose Wireless. Select the network, click on Advanced Settings, and then choose Disconnect.
What to do if my Hisense TV does not connect to WIFI?
To solve Hisense smart TV not connecting to a wireless network, ensure your router is not too far from the TV, power cycle your TV, and reset your TV or router to fix the problem.