If you have connected multiple external devices to a Hisense TV, you can change the input whenever you want to. If your remote works fine, there is no problem. But what if the Hisense TV remote doesn’t work? Knowing other ways to change the Hisense TV input without a remote will do you a favor in such circumstances.
Use the Physical Buttons to Change Input on Hisense TV
All Hisense TVs have physical buttons that you can use to carry out numerous functions. These buttons let you turn the Hisense TV on or off, change the TV volume, and even switch the TV input.
If your Hisense TV has only one Power button, press it once to turn the TV on. Once the TV turns on, press the Power button. It will show all the input sources connected to your Hisense TV. Press and release the Power button until the desired input is selected. Once you take your hand off the Power button, the input source will be switched.
Some Hisense TVs have a dedicated Input button. Click the Input button once to view the external connected devices. Then, scroll up and down through the Vol+/- buttons to choose the Input you want. Then, make a selection by pressing the Input/Menu button.
Use the Remote App to Switch the Hisense TV Input
If your Hisense TV is connected to WiFi, the remote app can be used to change the input. Hisense TVs come in different operating systems, such as VIDAA, Roku, Android, Google, Fire, XClass, and Xumo. Therefore, you have to use the remote app that works with your Hisense TV.
You can use the RemoteNOW app to change the input on Hisense TVs in the A6G, H4G, H65, U65, U6G, U7G, U8G, H55, H8G, H9G, Q8G, L5, and L9 Series. You can get this application by visiting the Play Store or App Store.
Once you open the RemoteNOW app and pair it with your Hisense TV, tap the INPUT button. Then, use the directional and OK buttons to select and change the input on your Hisense TV.
Similarly, you can use the following remote apps to switch the external source on other Hisense TVs.
| Hisense TV Model | Compatible App | App Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| VIDAA TV | VIDAA | Play Store | App Store |
| Roku TV | The Roku App | Play Store | App Store |
| Fire TV | Amazon Fire TV | Play Store | App Store |
| XClass TV (or) Xumo TV | Xumo TV | Play Store | App Store |
| Android/Google TV | Google TV | Play Store | App Store |
Connect a Mouse to Change the Input on Hisense TV
If you have a wired or wireless mouse, connect it to your Hisense TV using the USB port. Now, you will get a pointer on the Hisense TV screen, which you can use as an air mouse control. Then, navigate to the input settings and change the HDMI source you want to use.
Say a Voice Command to Change the Input on Hisense TV
Hisense Smart TVs are compatible with controlling via Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice commands. Preliminarily, set up a smart speaker to receive your commands and send them to your TV. Also, check if your Hisense TV is paired to the same WiFi as your smart device and smartphone.
- For Hisense Android or Google TV, tap the Assistant icon in the Google TV app and say, “Change input to HDMI 1.”
- For Hisense Roku TV, hit the Microphone button in the Roku app and say, “Switch input to HDMI 2.”
- If you have Hisense Fire or VIDAA TV, you can use Alexa voice commands. Hold the Alexa button in the corresponding remote app and say, “Change input to HDMI 1.”
Upon receiving voice commands, your Hisense TV will automatically switch to the source.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Input or Source button will be located at the bottom or on the side panel of the Hisense TV.
It happens due to a software bug, a stuck button on the remote, or if the HDMI-CEC feature is enabled. To solve it, restart the Hisense TV and disable the HDMI-CEC feature if enabled.
