Lost your Vizio remote? Learn how to set up your Vizio Smart TV easily using the free SmartCast app and vizio.com/setup without a remote
How to Use Vizio.com/Setup Without a Remote?
Just bought a Vizio Smart TV and can’t find the remote? Don’t panic! Most users don’t know that you can complete the entire Vizio TV setup without a remote – yes, you read that right.
Thanks to the Vizio SmartCast Mobile App, you can set up your TV quickly and easily through vizio.com/setup, even if your remote is missing or broken.
Step-by-Step Setup Vizio TV Without Remote
- Download the Vizio SmartCast App from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store
- Install it on your smartphone or tablet
- Ensure your phone and Vizio TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network
- If the TV is not connected, the app will guide you through temporary pairing
- Open the app; it will automatically search for nearby Vizio devices
- Select your TV; a pairing code may appear on the TV screen
- Once paired, your phone will function as a full Vizio remote
- Use it to navigate setup, connect Wi-Fi, choose language, etc.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the SmartCast setup
- Link your streaming services, set preferences, and start watching
Hidden Feature: Scan QR Code for Fast Setup
If your TV displays a QR code during startup, scan it using the SmartCast app to instantly connect and start setup. This is a time-saving feature many users skip.
When to Use This Trick?
- Remote is broken or lost
- Battery is dead and you don’t have spares
- Want faster setup using your phone
- Traveling and forgot your remote
📦 Bonus Tip: Order a Replacement Remote
While the SmartCast app works perfectly, you can always order a replacement remote later from Vizio’s official site or Amazon.