Did you break the Philips TV remote with an accidental drop? If so, you might wonder if there is a way to turn the Philips TV on without a remote. No matter what operating system your Philips TV runs in, there are many ways to power it on. This guide shows the procedure for switching on Philips TV using the physical standby button, infrared-based remote apps, etc.
Using the TV Power Button to Turn On Philips TV
All Philips TVs will have a mandatory Power button to turn on/off your TV. The Power button on your Philips TV will usually be on the front right side of the TV or on the backside. The location of the Power button will change depending on the Philips TV model you use. You can refer to your Philips TV’s user manual to find the exact location of the remote.
Once you locate the Power button, press the button once if your Philips TV has other control buttons on the panel. If you have a Philips Roku TV that comes with a single Power button, you have to long-press it to switch on. If you cannot press the Power button due to the wall mount, move to the next fix.
Using the IR Remote App to Switch On Philips TV
If you want to control your TV by comfortably sitting on the couch, then you can use the IR remote app to turn on your TV. Like your traditional Philips remote, this app uses infrared signals to control your television. So you don’t need to pair your TV with the app to turn it on.
You can install these IR remote apps on your Android smartphone and operate your TV using your phone’s IR blaster. After the installation, just press the Power button on the app, and your TV will be turned on. Here are the IR remote apps that you can use to control your TV.
Note: Other than infrared apps, you can use official remote apps to control your Philips TV. However, you cannot turn on the Philips TV using those official apps. But you can use those apps to turn the Philips TV off while the TV is running.
Power On Philips TV Using a Gaming Console
Using the HDMI-CEC feature, you can turn on your Philips TV by powering up your gaming console. For this to work, the console should be connected to your TV’s HDMI port, which supports HDMI-CEC. Then, you need to enable the HDMI-CEC feature in both devices’ settings. By doing so, your Philips TV will match the power state of your gaming console.
Now, your Philips TV will turn on automatically when you power up your gaming console or streaming devices. Similarly, your Philips TV will turn off when the console has been switched off.
FAQ
Yes. By programming a universal remote with your TV, you can turn it on by pressing the Power key.
