How to Turn On TCL TV Without Remote

Sometimes, you may be caught in a situation where you must turn on your TCL TV without a remote. Perhaps the remote batteries are discharged, or the remote has broken. No matter what the issue is, refer to this guide to learn the alternative ways to switch on your TCL TV without a remote control.

Use the TV Power Button to Turn On Your TCL TV

If the TCL TV remote doesn’t work for any reason, you can still turn the TV on. To help users in such circumstances, a dedicated power button is provided on all TCL TVs. Locate the multi-function Power button on your TV panel and press it once to switch on your TV. On most TCL TVs, the Power button will be located underneath the TCL logo or at the back of the panel.

In addition to the power on/off function, you can use the Power button for many purposes. It helps you change channels, adjust the volume, and change the input on your TCL TV. After turning on the TCL TV, if you press the Power key, a small menu will appear on the TV screen. Short-click the Power button to highlight an option and long-click to make a selection.

Power On Your TCL TV Using the IR Remote App

If you prefer to turn on your TCL TV using a mobile phone, then you need to install the IR remote app. You should have an Android phone with an IR blaster to emit infrared signals from the app to the TCL TV. Here are the best IR remote apps you can use to control your TCL TV without a remote.

After the installation, open the app and choose a TV remote. Point your phone at the TV sensor and press the Power button to check if it turns the TCL TV on or off. If the remote doesn’t work, choose a different remote in the app and check if it works.

Note: You can also use remote apps like Google TV, The Roku App, and Amazon Fire TV to operate the TCL TV. However, the condition is that the TCL TV and phone should be on the same WiFi network. Keep in mind that these apps can work only when the TCL TV is running, but you cannot turn the TV on.

Say Voice Commands to Switch On Your TCL TV

If your TCL TV is linked with a Google Home or Alexa-powered speaker, you can turn the TV on by saying a voice command. This method will work only if your TCL TV runs in standby mode. Ensure your TCL TV is connected to WiFi, which must be the same as your speaker is connected to.

Additionally, you should enable the corresponding voice assistant settings on your TCL TV. Once everything is set, tap the Google Assistant or Alexa icon in the remote app and say a voice command.

• For Google Assistant, say, “OK Google, turn on the TV.”
• For Amazon Alexa, say, “Alexa, turn on my TV.”

Use a Console to Turn On Your TCL TV

If a PS4 or Nintendo Switch is connected to a TCL TV, you can switch on both devices simultaneously. To make it possible, you must enable a few settings on your gaming console.

For PS4, go to system settings and enable the HDMI Device Link option. If you use a Nintendo Switch, enable the Match Power State option on its settings. From now on, your TCL TV will automatically turn on when you switch on your PS4 or Nintendo Switch.

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