How to Turn on Vizio TV without Remote?

If you were using Vizio Smart TV and broke or missed your TV remote controller and looking for a solution, follow how to Turn on Vizio TV without Remote.

This article gives the precise solution for Switching on your Vizio Smart TV without using the remote. So, follow the instructions given below.

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How do I Turn on Vizio TV without Remote?

We have two different methods to access your Toshiba Smart TV without using the real remote of your Smart TV. The two methods that we are going to use are:

- - Use a Manual Method
  - Using Remote Controller App

So, we have two methods to turn on your Vizio Smart without using the remote controller. Read the given instructions to get the keys one by one way.

The Manual Method:

👉Step 1: ( Move )

First and foremost, move to the Vizio Smart TV.

👉Step 2: ( Search )

Then search for the Power Button given in the Vizio Smart TV device.

👉Step 3: ( Vizio TV Manual )

If you can’t find the Power button on your Vizio Smart TV, you have to read the guidebook given with your Vizio Smart TV.

👉Step 4: ( Tap the power button )

Then find the key and tap on it to turn on your TV without a remote.

We finished our manual method of turning on your Vizio Smart TV device without using the remote controller. Now we have to move to another way.

Turn on Vizio TV without remote using SmartCast App:

Now, we will use the technological method, and we need our smartphones for this method.

[Note: For showing you, we use an Android phone to explain this method]

👉Step 1: ( Android or iPhone )

First, you need a smartphone or other handheld streaming devices like smartphones, laptops, Macs, tablets, etc.

👉Step 2: ( Internet source )

Then, connect your smartphone and Vizio Smart TV with the same standard home internet connection.

👉Step 3: ( Google Play Store )

You have to go to the Google Play Store in-built on your Smartphone device.

👉Step 4: ( Search )

Tap on the Search icon on the right side of the Play Store screen, and browse for the Vizio Smartcast App in the given search space.

[ You can use your on-screen keyboard to search for your required content on your Android device]

👉Step 5: ( Install )

Here, you have to pick up the required remote app from the search result. Then tap the Install option to get the app on your Android device.

👉Step 6: ( Open )

After installing the remote controller app on your Android device, you have to reveal the installed Vizio Smartcast app.

👉Step 9: ( Connect )

The good thing about this Vizio Smartcast app is that there is no setup required to connect.

👉Step 10: ( Choose your Device )

This remote controller app automatically connects with your Vizio Smart TV. So, you have to wait for a while after opening the app on your Android device.

👉Step 11: ( Start Use )

Now you can start using the Vizio Smartcast remote controller app on your Android device.

Turn on Vizio TV without remote using PS4:

In case you have a Play Station console then you can use it to turn on your TV by proceeding with the below instructions.

Set up your Play Station 4 gaming console on your Vizio TV via an HDMI cable.
Choose the Settings menu and then tap on the System option.
Further, choose the Enable HDMI device link and tap on it.
After that, power on your PS4 console then your Vizio TV will turn on automatically.
Then change the correct input and choose the input from the list in order to turn on your PS5 console.

Turn On Vizio TV without remote via Nintendo Switch:

Link your Nintendo Switch with your Vizio TV using the dock.
And then choose the System Settings under the main menu.
Now choose the TV Settings from the left side and then choose the Match TV Power State.
Tap to turn it on and then let your console sleep.
Further, the input will be turned off.
Turn on your console then your TV also powers on automatically.
Now change it to the proper input channel.

Features of the Vizio Smartcast Remote Controller App

All mobile app contains a specific feature. Our Vizio Smartcast app also has a feature of a genuine remote. Let us see what they are:

Power > You can use the Power On / Off button in the Vizio Smartcast app.
Channel > Also, it contains the channel Up / Down key to change the channels.
Volume > You may control the volume Plus / Minus by using this app.
Menu > Here, we have four side menu buttons Up, Down, Left, and Right.
Scans and Pairs > You can scan and pair your multiple devices with a Wi-Fi connection.
Apps > This app provides shortcut buttons to access your Television channel apps.
Navigation > You can access the smooth navigational menu control pads.
Remember > It will remember the last connected device and reconnects that automatically.

These are all the features we get for you to know about the Vizio Smartcast app. This app was actually like a real Vizio Smart TV app. By using this method, you can Turn On Vizio TV without Remote.

The Final Note:

We have given you two methods to access your Vizio Smart TV without using your TV’s real remote. We use the Vizio Smartcast remote controller app to Turn On Vizio TV without Remote. Then we need Smartphones, laptops, Macs, iOS devices, Desktop PC, and more streaming devices to access your Vizio Smart TV.

If you need more details about the remote controller app, kindly ask me in the comment box; we will reply and share the required information in the comment bar.

FAQ:

How to Turn On Vizio Smart TV without a Remote?

If your Vizio Smart TV does not have a power button, you can use the Vizio Smart Cast remote controller app to Turn Up your Vizio Smart TV.

How to Adjust Volume on Vizio TV without Remote?

If your Vizio TV has a Volume adjustment button, you can access it by clicking the buttons to adjust the volumes. Instead, you can use the Vizio Smart Cast app to adjust the volume.

Can I connect the External Devices to Turn Up my Vizio Smart TV?

The answer is Yes, you can use your external devices like Play Station and more devices to Turn On and access other functional keys to control your Vizio Smart TV.