If you have considered PS4 for gaming over PS5 on Hisense TV, then I would say it’s not a bad option. Because you would more or less enjoy accessibility to similar media apps, games, and functionalities with differences in efficiency alone. But do not forget that PS4 has a wider gaming library than PS5. Now, to get started, you have to connect the PS4 to Hisense TV first.
I’m here to guide you in the process in detail. The upcoming guidances are common for all models of Hisense TV.
Essential Preparations Before Connecting PS4 to Hisense Smart TV
- Get an HDMI cable from the Amazon website for connection purposes.
- If you don’t have a Play Station account, create one for you by visiting the respective official website prior to the connection.
- You can avail of exclusive games and multiplayer gaming facilities by getting a PlayStation Plus membership from the subscriptions website.
- Keep your Hisense TV and PS4 console turned off while connecting both.
How to Connect PS4 Console to Hisense TV
1. Unbox the purchased HDMI cable from the Amazon package.
2. Locate the HDMI port of your PS4 gaming console on its unit and connect one end of the HDMI cable to it.
3. Likewise, affix the remaining end to the HDMI port of your Hisense TV, typically located at its unit’s back and side on some models.
4. Give a power supply to your PS4 console by connecting its cord to a power socket and turning on its switch.
5. Now, boot up your Hisense TV and pick up its remote control.
6. Access the Inputs quick menu on-screen by clicking the Source/Input button.
7. Choose the exact input port to which you have connected your PS4 and change the input on your Hisense TV.
8. Now, the PS4 interface will rise up, indicating the gaming console is connected to Hisense TV successfully.
Connect PS4 Controller to Hisense TV
Once you connect the console, you should now pair the controller to play games on your Hisense TV. Here’s how to do it.
If you are someone who’d like to enjoy gameplay with free movements, then connecting your PS4 controller using the Bluetooth option on Hisense TV is the best way.
1. Turn on your PS4 controller and press its PS button to put it in Bluetooth Pairing mode.
2. Then, access your Hisense TV Settings menu & enable the Bluetooth option.
3. Select the DualShock PS4 controller from the available devices.
4. Now, you can switch to game mode on your Hisense TV and enjoy whatever games you like on PS4 using this controller after the setup process.
If you are okay with sitting near your Hisense TV without much mobility while gaming on PS4, prefer a connection using wire.
1. Take a USB cable that came along with the console package in hand.
2. Connect both ends of the cable to the USB ports of the controller and PS4 console, respectively.
3. Then, click the PS button to complete the pairing procedure.
Tip: If you are a PlayStation Plus member, you should connect your PS4 console to the internet to get the best out of it.
FAQ
You can’t connect PS4 to Hisense TV wirelessly without the HDMI cable. However, you can use Bluetooth to connect the PS4 controller to the Hisense TV.
If your PS4 gaming console is not working on Hisense TV, then the primary reason is connection issues. To rectify this, check whether the HDMI cable is connecting the TV and console properly and is not damaged. Hardware problems and user-side errors can also be a reason. So, check whether you have actually changed the input and selected the appropriate source on the TV. Make sure the TV HDMI port is fine, and try connecting to the alternate port to see if it works. Before all these, restart your Hisense TV and ensure its firmware is up-to-date.
