Is your Vizio TV acting up, freezing, or not performing as expected? A quick reset might be the best solution to clear glitches and give your TV a fresh start. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to reset your Vizio TV and then set it up again using vizio.com/setup—step by step.
Why Reset Your Vizio TV?
Resetting your TV can resolve:
- App crashes or freezing issues
- No sound or black screen problems
- Wi-Fi or connectivity failures
- Lag in SmartCast performance
- Unresponsive remote or system bugs
If basic troubleshooting hasn’t worked, a factory reset is your best option before calling support.
How to Soft Reset Your Vizio TV (Without Losing Data)
Soft reset simply reboots your TV and clears temporary cache files.
Steps:
- Grab your remote and press the Menu button.
- Navigate to System > Reset & Admin.
- Select Soft Power Cycle.
- Your TV will power off and restart.
🔁 This method retains all your apps and settings. It’s ideal for minor issues.
How to Hard Reset or Factory Reset Vizio TV
If you’re selling your TV or want to start from scratch, perform a factory reset.
Steps:
- Press the Menu button on your remote.
- Go to System > Reset & Admin.
- Choose Reset TV to Factory Defaults.
- Enter the parental control PIN (default is 0000).
- Confirm the reset.
⚠️ This will erase all personal data, Wi-Fi passwords, apps, and settings.
Set Up Your Vizio TV Again via vizio.com/setup
Once your TV reboots after a reset, follow these steps to configure it like new.
1. Connect to Wi-Fi
- Choose your network and enter the password.
2. Agree to Terms
- Accept Vizio’s terms of service to proceed.
3. Sign in or Create a Vizio Account
- Visit vizio.com/setup on your phone or computer.
- Log in or create a free Vizio account.
- Enter the pairing code shown on your TV screen.
4. Complete SmartCast Setup
- Update your firmware if prompted.
- Customize your app list and preferences.