TV does not connect to Wi-fi router

The combination of TV signal and Internet playback functions made regular entertainment centers out of ordinary TVs. Such TV receivers are called "smart" or Smart-TV. They have a large set of additional features that require internet access to work. You can implement it in two ways: by connecting via LAN wire or via Wi-fi thanks to the built-in module. The latter is a more convenient option, as it eliminates unnecessary wires stretched throughout the house. The latest TV models are equipped with this feature. However, sometimes there are problems with the wireless connection, for example, the receiver cannot connect Wi-fi.

The main causes of problems connecting the TV toWifito a router

There may be several options for the inability to join the network. These include:

• initial setup performed with violations;
• incorrectly tuned tv receiver;
• occurrence of a problem on the part of the provider;
• a software error has occurred;
• An error has occurred in the settings of the Smart Hub program installed on the TV.

IMPORTANT! To ensure sure Wi-fi is working, it is advisable to place the router closer to the TV, while removing all the devices that create electromagnetic fields from it.

Built-in fault detectionWifi

First of all, you need to make sure that the TV supports wireless connection. If this is not possible, then you should purchase an external device to receive a Wi-fi signal. The adapter must be compatible with your specific TV model. In order to detect a malfunction of the built-in adapter, you first need to check whether it works at all. This can be done in the following way:

1. First of all, you need to make sure that the TV receiver sees other devices using wi-fi. To do this, you can take a smartphone connected to Wi-fi. If the device is detected, the module is working.
2. The second option is to enter the device menu and find the "Support" item there. Then you need to find the line with MAC addresses. If various characters, zeros or just dashes are indicated there, the adapter does not work.

What to do if the TV does not connect to the networkWifi

If checking the built-in module does not reveal a problem, then other methods may fix the problem.

Checking Network Standards Compatibility

If in the "List of Available Networks" some networks are displayed, but not necessary, then most likely home Wi-fi works with another standard that the TV does not support.There are several standards and they all work at different frequencies. Newer devices receive a signal at a frequency of 5 GHz, while older devices - 2 GHz. Modern routers can be configured to operate in the 2 GHz frequency range. You need to check this possibility and configure it in the web interface of the router. In the device menu you need to find Dual Band. If this is available, then the router can be reconfigured to the desired frequency.

Software update

One of the reasons why the TV cannot detect the wireless network is a failure in its software. To find out if this is the case, you need to check for updates. Of course, without an Internet connection, this is impossible. In this case, you must use the connection using the LAN - wire. If an update available for download appears, you must install it. The second option is to install an external media. First you need to go to the official website of the manufacturer and find the right software for a particular model. Then copy it using a USB flash drive to the TV.

ATTENTION! Not all models can update software from external media. For them, the only option is to update using a wired Internet connection.

Reset to default settings

Another option to solve the problem. It should be used only if no other one came up, and there is no doubt about the router's operability. Like any other device, the TV can freeze, and then there are connection problems. Resetting to factory settings is the fastest way to resolve this. In the TV settings you need to find the item "Reset to factory settings". On different models, it can be called in its own way. It is important to know that absolutely all user settings will be reset, so you can rewrite them if you wish. After a reset, the device will reboot and the initial settings screen will appear.

How to connect a smart TV toWifito a router

To be able to use the Internet on your TV without any problems, you must first connect it correctly. This is done in several stages:

1. First you need to turn on the router itself, since it must be active.
2. Using the button located on the remote control, you need to enter the corresponding menu.
3. Find the "Network" tab and go to the next sub-item with the network settings.
4. The TV will prompt you to choose what you need to connect to. You need to select "Wireless Networks."
5. The software display all the networks that it found. In this list you need to find the home network and specify it.
6. Using the code, confirm the settings and press the "OK" button on the remote control.

Connection is simple enough. For each model, the entire algorithm is described in detail in the attached instructions. It also indicates the main reasons why it is impossible to connect to a wireless network. There may be reasons for each particular device model. Therefore, it is necessary to study the attached manual.