An Internet connection is necessary for Hisense TV to download and use streaming apps. With a physical remote, you can go to TV settings and connect it to WiFi or wired internet. What if the Hisense TV remote is dysfunctional or misplaced somewhere? Don’t worry. In this article, we have described the creative ideas to connect the Hisense TV to WiFi without a remote.
Use the Keyboard to Connect Hisense TV to WiFi
Initially, connect the keyboard and the mouse to the USB port of your Hisense Smart TV. You can use Bluetooth to connect it. Once connected, navigate to Network Settings and ensure that the Hisense TV is connected to a wireless connection. We recommend you use a Logitech K400 Plus wireless keyboard since it features a built-in touchpad.
Use the IR Blaster Remote App to Connect Hisense TV to WiFi
The IR blaster remote app is a simple way to connect any Hisense TV model to WiFi. Since the app uses infrared signals, you can directly control the Hisense TV using a smartphone. Use any of the preferred apps to connect the Hisense TV to WiFi.
| Remote App | Supported Model | Requirements | Download Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remote for Hisense Smart TV | Android / Google TV / Fire TV | Android device with an IR blaster | Play Store |
| Roku Remote: RoSpikers (WiFi/IR) | Roku TV | Android device with an IR blaster | Play Store |
Use The Roku App to Connect Hisense Roku TV to WiFi
To use the Roku remote app, ensure you meet the preliminary requirements.
- Keep two smartphones, and they should have an active internet connection.
- Install The Roku App on your first smartphone from the Play Store or App Store.
- Enable WiFi hotspot on the second smartphone.
- Rename the WiFi hotspot and password exactly as the home WiFi network. So, your Hisense Roku TV will automatically connect to this hotspot if detected.
After that, follow these steps to connect your Hisense Roku TV to a different WiFi.
1. Turn on your Hisense Roku TV using the TV power button.
2. Connect your Hisense Roku TV and phone to the same WiFi network.
3. Run The Roku App (Official) on your phone and sign in to your account.
4. Click Devices and select your Hisense Roku TV.
5. Once paired, you will get a remote interface.
6. Go to Settings → Network → Set up connection → Wireless → Select WiFi network → Enter the password to connect.
Use the Amazon Fire TV App to Connect Hisense Fire TV to WiFi
Like The Roku App, you need to meet the preliminary requirements before you use the Amazon Fire TV app.
- Keep two smartphones, and they should have an active internet connection.
- Get the Amazon Fire TV app from the respective app store on your first smartphone.
- Turn on the WiFi hotspot on your second smartphone.
- Rename the WiFi hotspot and password, which should be the same as your home WiFi. Now, your Hisense Fire TV will automatically connect to this WiFi hotspot.
Follow these instructions once the above requirements are fulfilled.
1. Switch on your Hisense Fire TV using the physical power button.
2. Ensure your smartphone is connected to the same WiFi as your Hisense Fire TV.
3. Run the Amazon Fire TV remote app and select your Hisense Fire TV.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to pair the TV with the app.
5. Once connected, use the remote layout and go to Settings → Networks → Choose WiFi → Enter the password to connect.
Using the RemoteNOW App to Connect Hisense VIDAA TV to WiFi
If you have a Hisense 4K VIDAA Smart TV, you can use the RemoteNOW app as a virtual remote. So, you can use it to connect the TV to a WiFi network. To begin with, ensure you meet the following requirements.
- Keep two smartphones, and they should have an active internet connection.
- Install the RemoteNOW app on the first smartphone from the relevant app store.
- Set up a Wireless Hotspot on the second smartphone.
- Rename the Wireless Hotspot and its password exactly as the home WiFi. So, your Hisense VIDAA TV will automatically connect to this wireless hotspot, recognizing it as home WiFi.
1. Open the RemoteNOW app on your smartphone from the respective app store.
2. Go to Settings on your Hisense VIDAA TV using the remote app.
3. Select Network and click Network information.
4. Choose Wireless and select the WiFi network from the list to connect.
Use a Joystick Controller to Connect Hisense TV to WiFi
If the Hisense TV remote app is not working, you can use the joystick controller to shift between options. Before that, you must connect the controllers to your Hisense Smart TV using a cable or Bluetooth (for a wireless gaming controller). Once connected, go to Settings and select Network. Select the WiFi name and enter the password to connect your TV to a WiFi network.
FAQ
Yes. You can use the physical buttons to change the input on Hisense TV without a remote.
Yes. You can use a universal remote to connect Hisense TV to WiFi. But you need to program it with Hisense TV remote codes.
Install and use the RoSpikes remote app on your Android from the Play Store. Then, use the remote app to connect Hisense Roku TV to WiFi without a remote.
