TCL collaborates with Roku to create great TVs, featuring the breezily fast Roku operating system. However, if your TCL Roku remote malfunctions or you lose it, you won’t be able to use your TV.
If your TV is already connected to the WiFi, consider yourself lucky as it will be easy for you. On the other hand, if your TV isn’t connected to Wifi and you don’t have your remote, it’s as good as a box. Nevertheless, we have some workarounds to explore.
Today, our focus is on how to connect your TCL Roku TV to Wifi without a remote.
If your Roku remote doesn’t connect to your TV, check out our detailed guide on troubleshooting a green blinking remote that won’t pair with your TV.
However, if you’ve lost your remote or it’s damaged beyond repair, we’ll provide alternative ways to connect your TCL Roku TV to Wifi without it. Furthermore, we’ll offer step-by-step instructions for each method to ensure a seamless connection process.”
Without a remote, how can I connect my TCL TV to wifi?
Connecting your TCL TV to any kind of Wi-Fi network is a straightforward process.
TCL Roku TV makes it easy. You can use the Roku app provided by the manufacturers for this purpose.
If you’re an iOS user, you can download this app from the App Store, and for Android users, it’s available on Google Play.
The app offers great accessibility and navigation, which can be incredibly helpful when connecting your Roku TV to Wi-Fi.
In this guide, we’ll provide detailed instructions on how to pair your TCL Roku TV without using a physical remote.
Important
Some wireless routers emit more than one network. If you have both (2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz networks, your TCL Roku TV might be able to discover only one of them or both (depending on the model).
We recommend trying to use both and find out which one works for you.
If you are not able to connect or the Wi-Fi is not discovered, the fastest workaround would be to restart your router/modem.
Without further ado, let’s proceed with the methods.
Method 1: Mobile Hotspot & Roku App
We all live much simpler lives now that we have smartphones. When necessary, these gadgets may essentially serve as a Wi-Fi router. In an emergency, they can even take the place of your TV control.
If you follow our step-by-step instructions, you may quickly resume viewing TV because the process is really simple.
Step 1: Phone Settings
Your phone has a feature you might not be aware of – it can share its internet connection with nearby devices. This feature is known as a ‘Mobile Hotspot,’ and most modern smartphones have it.
To activate your mobile hotspot, begin by opening your phone’s settings. On many smartphones, you can do this by swiping down on your home screen to access a menu of options. Look for the mobile hotspot icon and tap it to start setting it up.
Step 2: Create Mobile Hotspot
When you select the mobile hotspot on your smartphone, you’ll see various options. Your goal is to find the hotspot’s login credentials, which you’ll need to connect other devices to it.
The process can vary slightly between smartphones, but it’s usually straightforward. Look for your hotspot name and unique password within the hotspot settings. This login information is what you’ll use to connect your TCL TV to Wi-Fi.
Once you have the credentials, activate your mobile hotspot in the smartphone’s menu. If you’re currently connected to Wi-Fi, your device might prompt you with a message saying you’ll disconnect from Wi-Fi to enable the mobile hotspot. Agree to share the hotspot with nearby devices.
Step 3: Use Roku App
- Now that you’re sharing your phone’s mobile hotspot, you can connect it to your TCL TV using the Roku App. If you don’t have the app yet, you’ll need to download it first.
- Keep in mind that using your mobile device without Wi-Fi will consume your data. If you have a limited data plan, use the mobile hotspot cautiously.
- Everything you do will depend on your mobile internet, which can deplete quickly if you download apps and stream Roku.
- If you have sufficient data, go to the Play Store on your mobile device and search for the Roku App. Download and open the app to explore its options.
- Within the app, you’ll see an icon resembling a remote control on the screen. Select it, and your phone will function as a remote for your TCL TV through the Roku App.
Step 4: Connect to Mobile Hotspot or Wi-Fi
Using the Roku App on your phone, you can connect your TLC TV to your mobile hotspot. You have to go to your connection settings to accomplish this. All of the Wi-Fi choices are visible after you access the settings.
One of the connectivity options will be the mobile hotspot on your phone. Click on the device and then enter your password, which will connect you to your phone’s shared mobile hotspot – giving you full access to internet on your TLC TV.
Alternatively, click on the name of your router and input the password if you would rather connect to your recently installed Wi-Fi in your house. This will establish a connection between your TLC TV and your home Wi-Fi, and the data ought to be saved for good.
Method 2: Keyboard & Mouse
You could find a keyboard and mouse more useful if you do not want to use your phone as a remote. This method is quite simple and doesn’t involve the usage of a Roku app or a mobile hotspot.
Step 1: Connect Keyboard & Mouse
You may attach a keyboard and mouse to the USB port on your TCL TV. While there is a wired alternative for this as well, you will discover that replacing a remote with a wireless one is far more handy.
Furthermore, we discover that utilizing a keyboard with an integrated mouse control greatly simplifies the process of operating your TCL TV.
Step 2: Access Network Settings
Your TCL TV will be connected to the device after your keyboard and mouse are plugged in. You will be able to operate your TV’s features exactly like you would with a remote control thanks to this.
Locate your TCL TV’s Network Settings using the keyboard and mouse. Once your Wi-Fi has finished searching for nearby connections, it should appear. Simply enter in the details of your Wi-Fi and your TCL TV will connect to the network.
Q: How can I control my TCL TV without a remote?
If your phone comes with an inbuilt IR blaster, you might want to download a TV remote app.
This app not only allows you to control your TV without a remote but also any device that can receive an IR signal.
Q: I lost my TCL Roku TV remote, and my TV is not connected to Wi-Fi. Can I set up Wi-Fi without the remote?
Unfortunately, in order to connect Wi-Fi to your TCL Roku TV, you must have a working remote.
The initial setup requires you to connect to a Wi-Fi network, and without a remote, you won’t be able to access the necessary on-screen interface.
Q: I have a TCL TV; is it possible to connect it to WiFi using a Bluetooth device?
No, you cannot connect your TCL Roku TV to Wi-Fi using a Bluetooth-enabled device.
If you want to connect your TV to Wi-Fi without a remote, you’ll need to utilize an alternate technique like a mobile hotspot or the Roku mobile app.
Q: Can I use my voice to connect my TCL Roku TV to WiFi without a remote?
If your TCL Roku TV supports voice control, you may be able to use your voice to connect your TV to WiFi without a remote.
Simply say “connect to WiFi” or a similar phrase, and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your TV to WiFi.
Q: Can I use any universal remote to connect my TV to Wi-Fi?
You can use a universal remote to connect your TCL Roku TV to Wi-Fi, but it must be compatible with your TV model.
Check the manufacturer’s website or the user manual to find out which universal remotes are compatible with your TCL Roku TV.
