How do I replace a lost remote?

If your remote was supplied by your cable or satellite company, then you will have to call the company to get a replacement. If it is broken, the company should provide one to you for free. If it is lost, you might have to pay a replacement cost.

Can you connect any remote to any TV?

As long as your smart TV has an Infrared sensor (or whatever connection type your remote uses, like Bluetooth or Wi-Fi), your universal remote should work with it. But some universal remotes will control only your TV's power, volume, and channel up/down buttons.

Can I use my phone as a remote?

Set up your virtual remote

On your Android phone, open the Google TV app . Near the bottom right, tap Remote . At the top, tap Scanning for devices. Choose your device.

Is there an app to find lost TV remote?

The Chipolo CARD is a credit-card thin tracker that connects to the free Chipolo app on your phone. You can ring the CARD remote tracker from your phone or use the remote finder to ring your misplaced phone.

How do I connect without a remote?

If you do not have a remote control for your TV, you may connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the TV and then use the mouse to navigate to the WiFi settings on the TV to establish a connection to your wireless network. Nowadays, the majority of TVs feature USB connections on the back or on the sides of the device.

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Can I connect to my TV without the remote?

Grab a Keyboard or Mouse

That's why the first thing you can try is to grab a USB keyboard or mouse and plug it directly into one of the USB ports on the back of your TV. If your TV accepts it, then it should allow you to control the TV, allowing you to navigate to the TV's settings and connect it to a Wi-Fi network.

Can you operate a TV without a remote?

If your phone has IR blaster in-built, download a TV remote app. Not only it can control your TV, but also any device that can receive an IR signal. Today's smart TVs gave manufacturers apps. Chances are if you have a smart TV there will be an app that will turn your phone into a remote.

How do I connect my TV to WIFI without a remote?

By connecting a USB keyboard and mouse to the television, you can use the mouse to navigate the TV's settings, including the wireless network settings, to establish a connection to your wireless network.

What app turns phone into remote control?

Android TV Remote Control

The Android TV Remote Control app is an official Google product. You can use it to control any Android TV device that's on the same Wi-Fi network as your smartphone.

Can my iPhone be a universal remote?

Can I use my iPhone as a remote for a non-smart TV? You can if you add an Apple TV 4K. Otherwise, you'd have to download a separate app to use your iPhone as a remote, like a universal remote app or the Fire TV or Roku TV.

Can I use my iPhone as IR remote?

Using an iPhone as a smart TV remote

Due to the fact that iPhones don't have infrared (IR) blasters, they can't be used to control older, non-Wi-Fi TV models, although you can buy IR dongles that plug into the Lightning connector and enable this feature.

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How can I use my phone as a remote for my TV without a smart TV?

If your phone has an IR blaster, download a TV-remote app like AnyMote Smart IR Remote. Not only can it control your TV, but also any device that receives an IR signal—set-top boxes, DVD and Blu-ray players, stereo equipment and even some air-conditioning systems.

How do I force start my TV?

Unplug the AC power cord (mains lead). If the problem persists after step 1, unplug the TV power cord (mains lead) from the electrical outlet. Then press the power button on the TV, and release it. Wait for 2 minutes, and plug the power cord (mains lead) back into the electrical outlet.

Can I control my TV with my phone without WiFi?

Can you connect your phone to your LG TV without WiFi? Absolutely. Simply make use of an HDMI cable that is compatible with your Android device. Your LG TV will already be having an HDMI port, so you don't have to worry about your TV.

Is there an app to turn on TV?

Connect to your TV

On your Android phone, open the Google TV app . Near the bottom right, tap Connect TV. Select the device you want to connect to.