How to turn on Wi-Fi on a TV without a remote: all the steps with photos and videos

You lost your TV remote and can't use it without internet access. Smart TV? The situation is familiar to many: without a Wi-Fi connection, modern TVs turn into ordinary screens, deprived of streaming services, YouTube, and even firmware updates. Fortunately, turning on Wi-Fi There are at least five ways to operate a TV without a remote control, and most of them don't require any special skills.

In this article you will find step-by-step instructions for different TV models (Samsung, LG, Sony Bravia, Xiaomi, Philips and others), as well as universal methods that work even on older devices. We'll look at how to control your TV through buttons on the body, mobile application, USB keyboard or even HDMI chain with another device. And if all else fails, we'll tell you how to temporarily bypass Wi-Fi until you find the remote.

A word of warning: some methods require preliminary setup (for example, syncing with a smartphone). If you've never connected a TV to a network before, start with the section about buttons on the body — this is the most reliable option. For owners Android TV or Google TV There is a separate life hack with ADB- commands that will save even in a hopeless situation.

Method 1: Control via buttons on the TV body

Any Smart TV The TV is equipped with physical buttons on the back or side panel—even if they're hidden under a removable cover. These buttons duplicate the remote's primary functions: power, volume control, channel changes, and menu access. To enable Wi-Fi using them, follow these steps:

• 🔍 Find the buttons: usually it is Power (nutrition), Menu (menu), Volume +/- (volume) and Channel +/- (channel switching). On some models (Samsung QLED, LG OLED) the buttons are touch-sensitive - touch them with your finger.
• 📱 Turn on the TV: click Power (Sometimes you need to hold it for 2-3 seconds.) If the TV doesn't respond, check if it's plugged into a power outlet.
• ⚙️ Open the menu: click Menu (or Settings on Sony Bravia). Use Volume +/- to navigate through items and Channel +/- for selection.
• 🌐 Go to network settings: the path may vary, but usually it is Settings → Network → Wireless network (Wi-Fi)On . LG look for the section All Settings → Network.

If the buttons are not labeled, use their location as a guide: the largest or most prominent button is the one Power, and the button with a dot or three stripes is MenuOn some TVs (Xiaomi Mi TV, TCL Roku TV) to confirm your choice you need to press OK - it is often combined with a button Menu (double click).

The buttons are not locked with a child lock (some TVs have a separate button) Lock)

The TV is plugged into a power outlet and the power indicator is on.

You know the name of your Wi-Fi network and its password.

There is no firmware failure on the TV (if the menu does not open, see the section on resetting)

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⚠️ AttentionOn TVs Samsung 2018–2022 release years button Menu can only open basic settings. To access all options, hold it for 5 seconds - this will open Full Menu.

If you've successfully opened the network menu but don't see your Wi-Fi network, check:

• 📶 The router is turned on and distributes the network (the indicators on it should be on).
• 🔄 Network mode: Some TVs do not support networks 5 GHz - switch the router to 2.4 GHz.
• 🔒 Hidden network: If your Wi-Fi doesn't appear in the list, select Add a network manually and enter the name (SSID) and password.

Method 2: Using a mobile app (for Samsung, LG, Sony)

Manufacturers Smart TV They release official apps for controlling TVs from a smartphone. They replace the remote control and allow you to turn on Wi-Fi without touching buttons on the TV. The main requirement is that the TV and phone must be connected to one local network (for example, via a mobile hotspot).

Here's how it works:

1. Install the application:
   • For Samsung: SmartThings (Android/iOS).
   • For LG: LG ThinQ (previously LG TV Plus).
   • For Sony Bravia: Video & TV SideView.
   • For Xiaomi: Mi Home (requires an account) Xiaomi).

adb devices

adb shell svc wifi enable

adb shell cmd wifi connect-network "SSID" "password"

If the commands don't work, try this alternative method:

adb shell am start -a android.settings.WIFI_SETTINGS

This command will open the Wi-Fi settings directly, allowing you to manage them using your mouse or keyboard.

What to do if nothing helps?

If none of these methods worked, the problem may lie deeper:

• 🔄 Reset settings: Most TVs have a button Reset (usually near ports HDMI). Press it with a pin for 10 seconds - this will return the TV to factory settings. After the reset, Wi-Fi will turn on automatically if the router is distributing the network without a password (guest mode).
• 🛠️ Hardware failure: If the TV does not respond to buttons and does not turn on, it may be broken. Wi-Fi module or the power supply. In this case, only a service center can help.
• 📡 Problems with the router: Try connecting another device (phone, laptop) to the network. If the internet still doesn't work, reboot the router or reset its settings (button Reset on the back panel).

If you decide to reset your settings, please note:

• 📺 All installed applications and accounts (Netflix, YouTube) will be deleted.
• ⚙️ You may need to re-tune your channels and sound.
• 🔐 Passwords for Wi-Fi and other networks will be erased - prepare them in advance.

⚠️ AttentionOn TVs LG With webOS Resetting the settings may block access to some functions (for example, LG Content Store) before logging into your account LGIf you don't remember your login details, create a new account on the website in advance. LG.

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