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

Co-authored by Travis Boylls Reviewed by Stan Kats

Last Updated: September 21, 2024 Fact Checked

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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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• Using a Universal Remote
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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. You can use the hidden power button, the mobile app, a universal remote, and you can use an HDMI-CEC device. This wikiHow article teaches you how to turn on a Vizio TV without a remote.

Turn On a Vizio TV without a Remote

Press the power button on the bottom, left side, or back panel of your Vizio TV to turn it on without the remote. After pairing your TV, you can also use the Vizio mobile app as a remote. You can use an HDMI-CEC device, such as a game console, to turn on your TV.

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Method 1

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Using the Power Button

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1. 1
   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.

   • On some TV models there is a button panel behind the TV on the left-hand side next to or below the HDMI inputs. It typically has an icon that resembles a circle with a line through the top.
   • On some TV models, the power button is on the bottom panel below the TV. It may be in the lower-right corner, lower-left corner, or in the center below the Vizio logo.
   • 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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1. 1
   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.
2. 2
   Download the Vizio Mobile app. You can get it from the Google Play Store on Android devices, or the App Store on iPhone and iPad.
3. 3
   Create an account. When you first open the Vizio mobile app, you will be prompted to create an account. Follow the prompts to create or sign in to an existing account.

   • If you don't want to create an account, you can tap Sign in as Guest instead.
4. 4
   Pair your TV to your phone or tablet. Use the following steps to do so:

   • Tap Get Started if it's your first time using the app. Alternatively, you can tap Select a device at the top of the screen.
   • Tap Add a device.
   • Tap the name of your TV.
   • Tap Approve to start pairing your TV.
   • Enter the PIN that appears on your TV screen
   • Tap Continue. .
5. 5
   Tap the Remote icon in the Vizio Mobile app. It's the first icon at the bottom of the screen.
6. 6
   Tap the Power icon

   

   . It's the icon that resembles a circle with a line through the top. It's in the upper-right corner. This turns your TV on and off.
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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,
2. 2
   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.
3. 3
   Ensure CEC is enabled on your device. Use one of the following steps to ensure CEC is turned on on our CEC device:

   • 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.
4. 4
   Power on your device. 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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Using a Universal Remote

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1. 1
   Purchase a universal remote that is compatible with your TV. Check the packaging when you purchase a universal remote. Make sure it is compatible with a Vizio TV.
2. 2
   Get the universal remote code for your TV. The universal remote code for your TV should be in the user's manual. There may also be some codes in the user's manual for your remote. Some universal remotes may ask you to enter a 2, 3, 4, or 5-digit code. The following are some codes that work for Vizio TVs: TVs

   • 2-Digit TV Remote Codes:
     • 19
   • 3-Digit TV Remote Codes:
     • 502
     • 627
     • 004
     • 113
     • 505
     • 011
   • 4-Digit TV Remote Codes:
     • 1758
     • 0178
     • 1756
     • 0128
     • 0117
     • 1017
     • 1078
     • 0030
     • 0056
     • 0205
     • 1292
     • 1004
   • 5-Digit TV Remote Codes
     • 10178
     • 10117
     • 11756
     • 01377
     • 10885
     • 10864
     • 10120
3. 3
   Program your remote. The way you program your remote will differ from brand to brand. Follow the instructions in the user's manual for your remote to program the remote. You may need to try a few different codes before you find one that works.
4. 4
   Press the Power button. Once you find a code that works, you should be able to turn your TV on and off by pressing the power button on the remote.
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• On some Vizio TVs, you connect your Google Home or Alexa smart speaker to your TV and use voice commands to turn your Vizio TV on or off.
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