How To Turn ON Hisense TV Without Remote – 4 Methods
By Robert Jones · 2021-09-22
Hisense TVs are very popular nowadays. Because they deliver the best picture
## Lost Your Hisense Remote? No Worries, We'll Get That TV On! Right, so you've got a Hisense TV, eh? Good choice, they make some decent tellies, especially for the money. But then it happens – the remote vanishes. Kids, pets, the sofa monster, who knows? Suddenly, you're staring at a blank screen, feeling a bit lost. Don't fret, I've been there myself more times than I care to admit. Running SpeakersMag, I'm always tinkering with gear, and remotes, well, they just seem to sprout legs and walk off, don't they? I remember one particularly frustrating Saturday. Had a new soundbar to test, all hooked up, ready to go, and then… no Hisense remote. Spent a good hour tearing the living room apart. Ended up having to use one of these methods just to get the thing powered on. So, trust me, I know the pain. Let's get you sorted. ### 1. The Good Old Manual Buttons This is usually your first port of call. Most TVs, Hisense included, have some physical buttons on them. They might be a bit hidden, so you might have to get down on your hands and knees and have a proper poke around. * **Where to Look:** Check the bottom edge, behind one of the sides (often the right-hand side if you're facing the screen), or sometimes on the back. They can be little nubs, or even a single joystick-like button that does a few things. * **What to Find:** You're looking for a power button, obviously. Sometimes there are also volume and channel controls. For just getting it on, the power button is your best bet. Give it a firm press. If it doesn't turn on immediately, try holding it for a few seconds. Some TVs have a slight delay. I've seen a few Hisense models where the buttons are really cleverly concealed, almost flush with the frame. Don't be afraid to run your hand along the edges. You'll usually feel a slight indentation or bump where they are. It's a bit like finding a secret passage in an old house, isn't it? ### 2. Hisense Official Remote App Ah, the wonders of smartphones! If you've got a smartphone, you've probably got a universal remote in your pocket. Hisense has its own app, and it