Connecting the Panasonic TV to WiFi is simple if you have a functional remote. But what if the Panasonic TV remote isn’t working or turns into a faulty one? In such circumstances, you can use a keyboard or mouse, the TV’s physical buttons, or an IR-based remote app to connect your Panasonic TV to WiFi without a remote. This article shows all possible ways to set up an internet connection on a Panasonic TV.
Use a Keyboard or Mouse to Connect Panasonic TV to WiFi
Plug the keyboard or mouse USB dongle into your Panasonic TV’s USB port. Once you connect the dongle, turn on your Panasonic TV, and you will see a pointer on the TV screen. Depending on your TV’s operating system, refer to the steps below to connect it to a wireless network.
- Panasonic Fire TV – Tap the Settings icon. Choose Network and click on the WiFi name you want to connect. Using the on-screen keyboard, input the password and tap Connect.
- Panasonic Google/Android TV – Head to Settings, select Network & Internet, and toggle ON WiFi. Select the network you want and enter the password.
Use Physical Buttons to Connect Panasonic TV to WiFi
Most Panasonic TVs come with physical buttons by default. These buttons are located below the TV panel or at the side. Panasonic TVs have physical buttons for Power, Menu, Volume, Input, and Channel. Press the Menu button, go to the Network settings on your Panasonic TV, and connect it to WiFi.
This technique is only useful for connecting your TV to WiFi without entering a password. If the Panasonic TV prompts for a password, you should connect a keyboard or mouse to your TV for typing purposes.
If you use an old Panasonic VIERA TV, tap the Menu key on the TV unit to launch settings. Using the CH+/- keys, scroll down and select Network. Click the Network Connection option to select Wireless (WiFi). Tap Wireless network settings to search for networks in a range. Select the preferred WiFi network, type the password, and click the Vol+/- key to connect it to the internet.
Use IR Remote Apps to Connect Panasonic TV to WiFi
If your smartphone has a built-in IR blaster, you can use it as a handy remote for your Panasonic TV. Install the IR-based remote app on your Android smartphone and make sure it is compatible with controlling the Panasonic TV.
Then, launch the app and open the remote interface. Point your smartphone at the TV sensor and press the Power button on the app. If it turns off the TV, the remote app is ready to use. Now, turn on the Panasonic TV and use the remote app to go to the Network settings. Then, connect your Panasonic TV to a desired WiFi network.
Here are our suggestions for the best remote apps for Panasonic TVs that uses infrared signals.
| Remote Apps | App Download Link |
|---|---|
| Panasonic TV Remote | Play Store |
| TV Remote for Panasonic TV | Play Store |
| Panasonic Smart TV Remote App | Play Store |
Connect Panasonic TV to Wired Internet Using an Ethernet Cable
Most Panasonic TVs have a dedicated Ethernet port, which is located on the back of the TV. First, connect the Ethernet cable’s one end to your router and the other end to your Panasonic TV’s LAN port.
Then, use the physical buttons or IR remote apps to open the Panasonic TV’s network settings and choose a Wired connection. Within a fraction of a second, your Panasonic TV will detect the internet signals via LAN and let you access the internet.
That’s it. You can use any of the convenient methods to connect your Panasonic TV to a WiFi network. Additionally, you can rely on a universal remote to operate the Panasonic TV and connect it to WiFi. However, you need to know the Panasonic TV remote codes while setting up your universal remote.
