Are you someone who just got your brand new Hisense TV delivered? Then, this article is exclusively for you. Once you have your hands on your Hisense TV, you might be wondering how to mount it externally, make the required connections, and approach the on-screen setup process.
We have covered all of these step-by-step instructions for different Hisense TV models. So, go through the methods of your respective model carefully and kick-start your pleasant streaming journey with ease.
How to Install Hisense Smart TV After Unpacking
1. Take out your Hisense Smart TV from its packing box.
2. Make sure all the necessary accessories are provided. You’ll be provided with a TV stand, screws for setting up the TV on the stand, remote control, power cable, Hisense TV warranty card and user manual.
Note – After unpacking, thoroughly inspect your TV unit and components. If you notice anything missing, damage, or discrepancy, immediately contact Hisense TV customer support and report it.
3. Now, keep the TV stand on a table that is flat and non-shaky. Carefully place your Hisense TV on it and position the table near a power socket. If you wish, you can also wallmount it.
4. Connect your TV’s power cable to the power socket and turn on the outlet switch.
5. Now, your TV will display the brand logo.
After this step, follow the below instructions depending upon your Hisense TV’s OS version, and finish the setup process in just a few minutes.
What Should Be Done?
- Insert new batteries into the TV’s remote control and keep it near the Hisense TV.
- Keep a WIFI setup ready to provide internet access to your Hisense TV, which is important for its setup.
- Have a mobile phone on hand with internet access to visit activation websites when needed.
Setup Hisense VIDAA TV
Note – Go to my.vidaa.com/maccount/ on a browser of mobile/PC and create a VIDAA account for yourself.
1. Once your Hisense TV turns on for the first time, select a Language.
2. Now, you can choose whether to continue the setup using mobile or the TV itself. To proceed with the Set up on TV, click the Start button using your remote control.
3. As a next step, connect your TV to a WIFI and select a Location. Now, read the End User License Agreement (EULA) and accept the privacy policies of VIDAA to use interactive features, like apps and voice assistants on your TV.
4. Sign in to your VIDAA account to personalize the TV usage on the next screen. If you don’t want to, select Skip.
5. Choose a TV name from the available options or give a name of your choice to Hisense TV by selecting Create Custom Name.
6. Click Next on the upcoming screen, and you’ll get the welcome screen. You can now select Watch Live TV if you have set up a cable/antenna connection with your Hisense TV. Otherwise, click Go to Netflix to start streaming the Netflix app straightaway.
7. If you select Go to Home, you can access the Home page of your Hisense TV. Scroll through and explore all the options and apps available.
8. A pop-up message will appear if a new software is available. Click on the Upgrade option and update your Hisense TV.
9. Once the updation is over, you can start accessing your Hisense TV.
Setup Hisense Xumo TV
1. Begin by selecting your language and choosing whether you want voice guidance.
2. Select a Home or Retail Store according to the TV’s ambiance. If you select Retail Store, the Hisense TV store mode will be enabled, and you’ll only see advertisements.
3. Next, provide internet connection to your Hisense TV using WIFI or ethernet. Or else, select Skip for now.
4. Select the Continue option and click Next on the Privacy policy page.
5. Then, take your mobile and scan the QR code or directly open a browser and head to the Xumo activation website [www.xumo.com/activate]. Enter the TV code on the website and click on Continue.
6. Now, your Hisense Xumo TV screen will refresh. You’ll be asked to create a Xumo account. Continue if you are willing, or select No, and skip account creation.
7. The TV screen will display You’re activated! message. Click Continue and select the apps you want to use. If you like, you can also select your favorite genre of content.
8. Select a Time zone and connect the gaming console or antenna/cable now. Then, you can use whatever is available and enjoy your Hisense Xumo TV’s accessibility.
Setup Hisense Fire TV
Note – Have your Amazon account credentials ready in hand. If you don’t have an account, register on the official Amazon website.
1. After loading the Fire TV logo, select a language and network to set up the WIFI connection to Hisense Fire TV.
2. The TV will start looking for updates and finish the firmware upgrade by itself.
3. Select Sign In now, and you’ll get an activation code and website link.
4. Browse the web link on your mobile or PC and reach the Amazon activation website [amazon.com/code]. After logging in to your Amazon account, type the activation code you see on the TV within this website & click Continue.
5. Then, set parental control for your Hisense TV if you need and select Next.
6. As a next step, press the Volume Up & Down buttons on the remote to completely pair it with the TV.
7. Select your preferred streaming services, and you will be all set to access your Hisense Fire TV.
Setup Hisense Roku TV
Note – Head to my.roku.com/signup and create a Roku account before setting up the Hisense Roku TV.
1. At the next moment your Hisense Roku TV gets booted up, press the Pairing button and connect the remote control with it.
2. After selecting Language and the Ambience as Set up for home use (skipping Set up for store use), set up a wireless or wired connection.
3. If the Update available notification shows up, click OK and install the latest TV firmware.
4. Click the Enter email address option and type your email ID credentials linked with the Roku account.
5. After doing so, you can select the channels (apps) you want to access on the TV. Once they are updated, you’ll be prompted to plug in external devices like cable box, antenna, or gaming console.
6. Now, the Hisense Roku TV will run a demo video about accessing its Home screen. Then, it’ll display its logo once again.
7. Then, you’ll be taken to the TV’s home screen, where you begin enjoying the TV accession.
Alternate method: In the 4th step, you can also select the Activate with QR code option on the TV screen and reach the my.roku.com/link website by scanning. Then, you can proceed with the remaining TV setup steps from the smartphone itself.
Setup Hisense Android TV
1. On the welcome screen, choose your preferred language.
2. Now, your TV will scan for accessories and connect with the remote control if kept closer.
3. After that, connect your Hisense Android TV to WIFI and log in to your Google account if you want.
4. After glancing at your TV’s features, select your Country and set a password for your input sources if you wish.
5. Perform a channel scan if you have, in case, set up an antenna connection. If not, go through the terms of use and click Accept.
6. Upon doing so, your Hisense Android TV is completely set, and you’ll be taken to the Home screen. Thereafter, you can customize built-in apps or download new apps on Hisense TV for streaming.
Setup Hisense Google TV
1. After viewing the logo screen of your Hisense Google TV, press the Combined buttons (below navigation keys) and enable the Google Assistant mic on the remote.
2. Select Region → Set up Google TV and link with a WIFI network. Now, sign in to your Google account. Click Next for Network Policy & Google TV’s terms of service, and accept them.
3. Select Continue on the Google Assistant screen & click Allow.
4. Choose the streaming platforms you’d like to access and tap Confirm.
5. Select Home as TV mode and tuner mode on the upcoming screen.
6. If needed, enter energy-saving mode and enable the Chromecast Built-in feature.
7. Then, the Setting up your Google TV screen will appear, and you can access the TV after the loading is over.
Alternate Method: You can also carry out the setup process of Hisense Google & Android OS TVs with the Google Home app [Play Store | App Store] by following the on-screen prompts.
FAQ
If the setup process is stuck after certain steps, use the Power button and restart your Hisense TV. Also, power cycle the TV once and start setting it up once again.
Yes. You can follow the same procedure after resetting it to the factory settings.
