How to Connect a VIZIO Smart TV to WiFi

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

Connecting a VIZIO Smart TV to WiFi

Connecting your VIZIO Smart TV to a WiFi network allows you to access streaming services, apps, and other online content. Here’s a simple guide on how to connect your VIZIO Smart TV to WiFi.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Turn on Your TV and Access the Menu:
   • Press the ‘Menu’ button on your remote to open the settings menu.
2. Navigate to Network Settings:
   • Use the arrow buttons to select ‘Network’ and then choose ‘Network Connection.’
3. Select Wireless Network:
   • Choose ‘Wireless’ from the connection options.
4. Choose Your WiFi Network:
   • Select your WiFi network from the list of available networks.
5. Enter the Password:
   • Use the on-screen keyboard to enter your WiFi password and select ‘Connect.’
6. Confirm the Connection:
   • Once connected, a confirmation message will appear. Test the connection by accessing an app or browser.

Connecting your VIZIO Smart TV to WiFi is quick and easy, enabling access to a wide range of online content. Follow these steps to connect your TV to the internet and enjoy streaming services and apps.

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1. Introduction

With the advent of Smart TVs, we are now able to connect our TVs to the Internet and enjoy online content without the use of additional devices. VIZIO Smart TVs can be connected to WiFi which frees us up of messy wires running from a wireless router to the TV. This guide will show you how to do just that.

What You'll Need:

• No extra tools or supplies are needed.

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2. Connect a VIZIO Smart TV to WiFi

Even though VIZIO Smart TVs are connected to WiFi in similar ways, the interface you may see on the screen may look slightly different. This interface is determined by the platform the TV is running on. To easily determine which platform your VIZIO Smart TV is running on, check the images below for reference:

VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA)

The VIA platform is found on VIZIO Smart TVs released between 2009 – 2013. You can install apps on this platform.

VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (VIA Plus)

The VIA Plus platform is found on VIZIO Smart TVs released between 2013 – 2017. You can install apps on this platform.

SmartCast with No Apps

The SmartCast platform with no apps is found on VIZIO HD Smart TVs released between 2016 – 2017. You cannot install apps on this platform.

SmartCast with Apps

The SmartCast platform with apps is found on VIZIO 4K UHD Smart TVs released between 2016 – 2017 and all VIZIO Smart TVs released since 2018. You cannot install apps on this platform.

To get your VIZIO Smart TV connected to WiFi, expand the instructions below for the type of TV you have:

SmartCast or VIZIO Internet Apps Plus (VIA Plus)

1. Press the Menu button on the TV remote.
   

1. Select Network from the menu.
   

1. Then select your WiFi network from the list.
   

1. If required, enter your WiFi password the select Connect.
   

1. Your VIZIO TV will then connect to the selected WiFi network.

VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA)

1. Press the Menu button on the TV remote.
   

1. Select Network from the menu.
   

1. Then select your WiFi network from the list.
   

1. If required, enter your WiFi password the select Connect.
   

1. Your VIZIO TV will then connect to the selected WiFi network.

WiFi Compatibility

Even though sometimes WiFi from different manufacturers may be incompatible with each other, at this time, VIZIO has not indicated that there are any compatibility issues with specific models of networking equipment on the market. To ensure that your specific networking equipment and all settings will work properly with your VIZIO Smart TV, please reach out to the manufacturer directly for further assistance.

Some wireless routers broadcast a dual-band wireless signal and provide both 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks. Your device may not see the 5GHz network, which is completely normal. Not all devices contain the antenna to communicate on the 5GHz band. Also, some routers broadcast guest networks that your device may not be able to connect to depending on your router's settings.