How to Turn on a Vizio TV without a Remote: Manual & App Solutions

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Get your Vizio TV working again even if you lost the remote

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Using the Power Button

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Using the Vizio Mobile App

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Using an HDMI-CEC Device

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If you can't find your remote, there are a few ways you can turn your Vizio TV on and off. This How.com.vn article teaches will show you how.

Things You Should Know

Press the power button on the bottom, left side, or back panel of your Vizio TV to turn it on without the remote.
To operate your Vizio TV without a remote, install the Vizio Mobile app on your smartphone or tablet and pair it with your TV.
You can connect a game console or streaming box to your TV's "HDMI CEC" or "HDMI ARC" port to turn your Vizio TV on and off.

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Using the Power Button

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Press the power button on your Vizio TV. The power button isn't always easy to find, and the location varies depending on the model.^{[1]XResearch source}
- 2015 and newer Vizio TVs: Find the power button on the back of the TV below the HDMI ports. It's the button that has a circle with a line through it.
- Older models: The power button should be on the left-hand side of the TV or the bottom of the TV in the left corner. You should be able to feel the buttons with your hand.
- If your Vizio TV doesn't turn on, make sure you're pressing the right button. Also, try pressing and holding it for a few seconds.
- If the TV still doesn't come on, make sure it is plugged in.
- If you've lost your TV remote, you may want to buy a replacement or a universal remote.

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Using the Vizio Mobile App

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Make sure your TV and phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi. If you can't find your remote, you can use the Vizio mobile app to control your TV until you get a new one. To use the Vizio Mobile app, your TV and smartphone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- If you haven't already turned on your Vizio TV using its power button,
- If your TV is not already connected to Wi-Fi, there are ways you can connect it to Wi-Fi without a remote.
You can get it from the Google Play Store on Android devices, or the App Store on iPhone and iPad.
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Pair your TV to your phone or tablet.
- Open the Vizio Mobile app and tap Get Started.^{[2]XResearch source}
- Tap the name of your TV.
- Enter the PIN displayed on your TV screen.
It's the first icon at the bottom of the screen.
It's in the upper-right corner. This will turn your TV on or off.^{[3]XResearch source}

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Using an HDMI-CEC Device

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Connect an HDMI-CEC device to your TV. HDMI-CEC allows you to power on your TV using another device (such as a game console or streaming box). Connect an HDMI-CEC device to an HDMI port labeled "HDMI-CEC" or "HDMI-ARC."
- If you haven't already turned on your Vizio TV using its power button,
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Enable HDMI-CEC on your Vizio TV. HDMI-CEC may be enabled by default. If it is not, use the following steps to enable it. You can navigate the TV menu using the panel buttons, a USB keyboard, or the Vizio Mobile app.
- Open the Menu.
- Select System.
- Select CEC.
- Ensure "CEC" is turned on.
- Ensure "ARC" is turned on.
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- Playstation 5:
  - Select the Settings menu.
  - Select HDMI.
  - Ensure "Enable HDMI Device Link" is turned on.
  - Ensure "Enable One-Touch Play" is turned on.
  - Ensure "Enable Power Off Link" is turned on.
  - Ensure "Enable HDCP" is turned on.
- Xbox Series X/S:
  - Press the Xbox button to open the Guide.
  - Select Profile & system.
  - Select Settings.
  - Select General.
  - Select TV & display options.
  - Select TV & A/V power options.
  - Ensure "Console turns on other devices" is enabled.
  - Ensure "Console turns off other devices" is enabled.
- Playstation 4:
  - Open the Settings menu.
  - Select System.
  - Ensure the checkbox next to "Enable HDMI Device Link" is checked.
  - Ensure the checkbox next to "Enable HDCP" is checked.
- Xbox One:
  - Xbox One does not support HDMI CEC.
- Nintendo Switch:
  - Open the System Settings menu.
  - Select TV Settings.
  - Ensure "Match TV Power State" is turned on.
- Roku:
  - Select Settings.
  - Select System.
  - Select Control other devices.
  - Ensure "1-touch Play" is checked.
- Amazon Fire Stick:
  - Select Settings.
  - Select Display & Sounds.
  - Select HDMI CEC Device Control.
  - Ensure "One Touch Play" is on.
  - Ensure "ARC/eARC" is on.
  - Ensure "Power Control" is on.
  - Ensure "Power Control Pass Through" is on.
- Apple TV:
  - Select Settings.
  - Select Remote and Devices.
  - Ensure "Control TVs and Receivers" is set to On.
With HDMI-CEC, when you power on your game console or streaming box, it will also automatically power on your TV.

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