Connecting an Ericsson TV to Wi-Fi: A complete guide with photos and tips

Televisions Ericsson (especially the models of the lines Smart TV 4K And Android TV) require a stable internet connection to operate streaming services, firmware updates, and Smart features. However, many users encounter difficulties when first connecting to Wi-Fi: the TV doesn't detect the network, requests an incorrect password, or constantly loses connection. In this article, we'll cover all connection methods—from the basic menu-based method to alternative methods using WPS and an Ethernet adapter.

Feature of TVs Ericsson - branded shell Ericsson TV OS (based on Android), which may differ in interface depending on the year of manufacture. For example, models 2020-2022 have a simplified network menu, and in devices 2023+ Added support Wi-Fi 6 and dual-band routers. We'll take these nuances into account and demonstrate universal solutions.

1. Preparing to connect: What to check before setting up Wi-Fi

Before you begin setup, make sure your router and TV are ready to connect. More than 60% of connection problems arise due to incorrect router settings, not the TV itself..

• 📶 Check your router signal: The TV must be in a strong reception area (no further than 10 meters from the router if there are walls). Use apps like Wi-Fi Analyzer on your smartphone to assess the signal level at the location where the TV is installed.
• 🔒 Make sure the network is not hidden: in the router settings (usually at the address 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1) check that the option Hide SSID or Hide network disabled.
• 🔄 Update your router firmwareOutdated software can cause conflicts with modern TVs. This update addresses protocol support issues. WPA3 And 802.11ac.
• 📡 Choose the right range: if your router supports 2.4 GHz And 5 GHz, it's better to use for TV 2.4 GHz - it is more stable over long distances.

Also pay attention to network operating modeSome routers (for example, TP-Link or ASUS) by default turn on the mode 11n Only or AX Only, which can lead to compatibility issues. In your Wi-Fi router settings, select mixed mode (11b/g/n for 2.4 GHz).

⚠️ Warning: If you use guest network on the router, TV Ericsson The connection may fail due to restrictions on access to local devices (DLNA, Smart Share). Disable guest mode or add the TV to the list of trusted devices.

2. Method 1: Connecting via the TV settings menu

This is the most common method that works on all models. Ericsson With Smart TVThe interface may differ slightly, but the general sequence of actions is the same.

Steps to connect:

1. Turn on the TV and press the button Home (or Menu) on the remote control.
2. Go to the section Settings → Network → Wi-Fi (on some models the path may be Settings → Network settings → Wireless network).
3. Select your network from the list of available ones. If there is no network, click Refresh the list or Search for networks.
4. Enter your Wi-Fi password using the on-screen keyboard. Be careful: the password is case-sensitive!
5. Confirm the connection and wait for the message Connected or Internet is available.

If the TV asks for a password again or gives an error Authentication failed, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the router (turn off the power for 30 seconds).
• 🔐 Make sure there are no spaces at the beginning or end of the password (they may appear when copying).
• 📵 Temporarily disable network protection (install Open network) and check the connection without a password.

The Wi-Fi signal level at the TV installation location has been checked|

The router is turned on and distributing the network|

The Wi-Fi password was written without errors|

The MAC address filter is disabled on the router-->

3. Method 2: Connecting via WPS (without entering a password)

Technology WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) allows you to connect your TV to your router without entering a password—just press a button on the router. This method works if:

• 📌 Your router supports WPS (usually there is a button with the inscription WPS or the 🔄 icon).
• 📺 TV Ericsson Equipped with a Wi-Fi module with WPS support (all models after 2019).
• 🔒 WPS is enabled in the router settings (check in the router's web interface).

Instructions for connecting via WPS:

1. On your TV, go to Settings → Network → Wi-Fi → Connect via WPS.
2. Click Start searching or Connect via WPS.
3. For 2 minutes press the button WPS on the router (usually it is located on the back panel).
4. Wait for the successful connection message to appear on the TV screen.

If connection failed:

• 🕒 Make sure you press WPS on your router within 120 seconds (connection timeout).
• 🔄 Reboot your router and try again.
• 🛠️ In your router settings, check that WPS is enabled and not blocked (sometimes after several unsuccessful attempts, the router blocks the function for 5-10 minutes).

⚠️ Note: Some models Ericsson (For example, E4300 or E5500) may not support WPS in mode 5 GHzIf the connection doesn't work, switch the router to a different range. 2.4 GHz.

What to do if the router does not support WPS?

If your router is not equipped with a WPS button or the function is disabled, you can use an alternative method - connecting via WPS PIN codeTo do this:

1. In the TV settings, select Connection via WPS PIN.

2. An 8-digit code will appear on the screen.

3. Enter this code in the router's web interface in the section WPS → PIN method.

4. Confirm the connection.

This method is less convenient, but works on most modern routers.

4. Method 3: Connecting via an Ethernet adapter (if Wi-Fi doesn't work)

If the TV Ericsson doesn't see Wi-Fi or constantly loses connection, you can use USB/Ethernet adapterThis method guarantees a stable internet connection, but requires additional equipment.

You will need:

• 🔌 Ethernet cable (twisted pair, category 5e or higher).
• 📡 USB-Ethernet adapter (if your TV does not have a built-in LAN port). For Ericsson chip adapters will do Realtek RTL8153 or ASIX AX88179.

How to connect:

1. Connect the adapter to the TV via the USB port.
2. Connect the Ethernet cable from the router to the adapter.
3. On your TV, go to Settings → Network → Wired Network.
4. Select DHCP (automatic IP acquisition) or enter network parameters manually if your router requires a static IP.

The advantages of this method:

• ⚡ Maximum speed (up to 1 Gbps when using a Gigabit adapter).
• 📶 No interference - Unlike Wi-Fi, a wired connection is not affected by other devices.
• 🔄 Stability — ideal for online gaming, 4K streaming or video calls.

⚠️ Caution: When using a USB-Ethernet adapter, make sure it is compatible with Android TVSome cheap adapters may not be recognized by your TV. Check reviews for compatibility before purchasing. Ericsson.

5. Solving common connection problems

Even after the TV is set up correctly Ericsson may produce errors. Let's look at typical situations and how to fix them.

Error: "No internet connection" (even though Wi-Fi is connected)

This issue occurs when the TV connects to the router but cannot access the internet. Causes:

• 🌐 Incorrect DNS settings: Manually enter Google's DNS (8.8.8.8 And 8.8.4.4) in the TV network settings.
• 🔒 MAC address blocking: Add the TV's MAC address to the list of allowed devices on the router.
• 📵 IP restriction: if the router distributes IP from the range 192.168.x.x, and the TV is configured to a static IP from a different subnet, there will be a connection, but there will be no Internet.

Error: "Weak signal" or constant disconnections

If your TV loses connection or shows low signal strength:

• 📶 Use a repeater (Wi-Fi booster) or Mesh system, if the router is far away.
• 🔄 Change Wi-Fi channel on the router (in manual mode, select a channel with minimal interference, for example, 1, 6 or 11 for 2.4 GHz).
• 📡 Upgrade your router antennas - replacement of standard antennas with reinforced ones (for example, TP-Link TL-ANT2408CL) can improve the signal by 30-50%.

Error: "Incorrect password" (even though the password is entered correctly)

If the TV stubbornly refuses to accept the password:

• 🔐 Check your keyboard layout on TV - sometimes symbols are entered in the wrong encoding.
• 🔄 Reset network settings on TV: Settings → Network → Reset network settings.
• 📵 Temporarily disable network protection (install Open network) and test the connection without a password. If it works, the problem lies with the router's security settings.

6. Configuring additional network settings

After successfully connecting to Wi-Fi, it is recommended to optimize your TV's network settings for stable operation.

Setting up a static IP address

If your router frequently changes devices' IP addresses (DHCP), your TV may lose connection to local services (such as DLNA). To fix the IP address:

1. Find out the MAC address of your TV Settings → Network → Network Status.
2. Find the section in your router settings DHCP → Address Reservation (or Static Lease).
3. Add a new rule by specifying the TV's MAC address and the desired IP (e.g. 192.168.0.100).
4. Save the settings and reboot the router.

Changing DNS to speed up the internet

Standard DNS providers can be slow. To speed up content loading:

1. Go to Settings → Network → Advanced → DNS Settings.
2. Turn it off Automatic DNS and enter manually:

8.8.8.8 (Google DNS)
8.8.4.4 (Google DNS alternative)
or
1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare DNS)

3. Save the settings and restart the TV.

Enabling Developer Mode (for advanced users)

If you need to test applications or configure advanced network settings:

1. Go to Settings → About TV.
2. Find the item Build number and click on it 7 times in a row (a message will appear You have become a developer).
3. Return to the main settings menu - a new section will appear For developers.
4. Turn on USB debugging And Local area network (if you need to test applications over Wi-Fi).

7. Internet speed testing and optimization

After connecting to Wi-Fi, check the actual internet speed on your TV. This will help identify issues with your router or ISP.

How to check speed:

1. Open the app Speedtest by Ookla (available in Google Play for Android TV).
2. Run a speed test. Please note:
• Ping (should be less than 50ms for comfortable streaming).
• Download speed (minimum 25 Mbps for 4K, 5 Mbps for Full HD).
• Upload speed (relevant for video calls or broadcasts).

Compare your results with the speed your provider promises.

If the speed is lower than expected:

• 🔄 Reboot your router - sometimes it increases the speed by 20-30%.
• 📡 Change Wi-Fi band: if you use 2.4 GHz, try it 5 GHz (and vice versa).
• 🛠️ Update your router firmware - outdated software may limit speed.
• 📵 Disconnect unnecessary devices from the network - each connected gadget consumes part of the bandwidth.

⚠️ Attention: If the speed on the TV is significantly lower than on other devices (smartphone, laptop), the problem may be in the settings QoS (Quality of Service) on your router. Enable traffic prioritization for the TV or disable QoS completely.

8. Alternative ways to connect to the Internet

If Wi-Fi is not suitable for some reason, consider alternative options:

Connecting via a mobile hotspot

If you don't have a router, but you have a smartphone with unlimited internet:

1. Turn on modem mode on a smartphone (Android: Settings → Network & Internet → Access Point, iPhone: Settings → Tethering).
2. On your TV, select the created network and enter the password.
3. Please note: This method is only suitable for temporary use as it quickly drains your smartphone's battery.

Using Powerline adapters

If the wiring in the house allows, Powerline adapters (For example, TP-Link AV600) transmit the internet signal through electrical wiring. This is convenient if the router and TV are in different rooms:

1. Connect one adapter to the router via Ethernet.
2. Connect the second adapter next to the TV and connect it to the TV cable or via USB-Ethernet.
3. The speed will be lower than via cable, but more stable than via Wi-Fi.

3G/4G modem with Ethernet support

For a summer house or places where there is no wired internet, you can use 4G modem with Ethernet port (For example, Huawei B525):

1. Insert the SIM card into the modem and connect it to power.
2. Connect the modem to the TV via an Ethernet cable or USB-Ethernet adapter.
3. Set up the connection in the TV menu (select Wired network).

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about connecting to Ericsson Wi-Fi

My TV can't see my Wi-Fi network. What should I do?

The reasons may be as follows:

• 📵 The network is hidden (enable SSID visibility in the router settings).
• 📡 The router is operating in the mode 802.11ac Only - switch to mixed mode (11b/g/n/ac).
• 🔄 The Wi-Fi channel is overloaded - change the channel to 1, 6, or 11 for 2.4 GHz.
• 🛠️ The Wi-Fi module is disabled on the TV - check in Settings → Network → Airplane Mode.

If nothing helps, try connecting via WPS or reset the network settings on your TV.

Is it possible to connect an Ericsson TV to Wi-Fi without a remote control?

Yes, there are several ways:

1. Use the remote control app (For example, Ericsson TV Remote for Android/iOS).
2. Connect a keyboard or mouse via USB - some models support control via them.
3. Use the buttons on the TV body (usually Menu, Volume, Channel) to navigate the menu.

If there is on TV HDMI-CEC, you can control it with the remote control from the set-top box (for example, Xiaomi Mi Box).

How do I reset network settings on an Ericsson TV?

To reset network settings:

1. Go to Settings → Network → Advanced.
2. Select Reset network settings or Forget the network.
3. Confirm the action (PIN may be required, by default 0000 or 1234).

After the reset, the TV will forget all saved networks, and you will have to connect again.

Why does my TV connect to Wi-Fi but can't load YouTube or Netflix?

This problem is usually related to:

• 🌍 DNS blocking - change DNS to Google (8.8.8.8) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1).
• 🔒 Provider restrictions — Some operators block streaming services (check using a VPN).
• 📅 Outdated firmware - update the TV software in Settings → System Update.
• 📵 Incorrect time settings — Check that the date and time on your TV are synchronized with the Internet.

Also try clearing your application cache: Settings → Apps → Select app → Clear cache.

How to connect an Ericsson TV to Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)?

To connect to Wi-Fi 6:

• 📡 Make sure your router supports 802.11ax (For example, ASUS RT-AX88U or TP-Link Archer AX6000).
• 📺 Check that your TV Ericsson equipped with a Wi-Fi 6 module (relevant for models 2023 and newer).
• 🔄 Enable the mode in your router settings AX Only or Mixed Mode (AX/AC).
• 📶 Select a channel with width 160 MHz for maximum speed (in the Wi-Fi router settings).

If your TV does not support Wi-Fi 6, it will automatically connect in mode Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).