Have you misplaced your Sharp TV remote, or is it suddenly not working? If so, you might be wondering how to power on your Sharp TV without it. The good news is you don’t need a remote to turn on your TV. There are two easy ways to get your Sharp TV up and running. In this guide, we’ll walk you through simple methods to turn on your Sharp TV without a remote.
Steps to Turn On Sharp TV using the Power Button on the TV Panel
All Sharp TVs have a built-in Power button on the TV Panel or Bezel. The location of the Sharp TV’s Power button varies depending on the model, but it is typically found in one of the following spots.
- Back of the TV.
- Bottom center of the TV panel.
- Left or right side of the TV frame.
After finding out the button, refer to the steps below to power on your Sharp TV in seconds.
- Ensure the TV’s power cable is firmly connected to a wall socket.
- Locate the Power button on your TV.
- Press the power button once. Wait for a second, and your TV should turn on.
How to Turn On Sharp TV Without Remote using HDMI-CEC
Another handy way to turn on your Sharp TV without a remote is through HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control). This feature allows your TV to automatically turn on when you power on a connected device, such as a gaming console, etc.
- Hit the Menu button on the Sharp TV (you can use the physical button or your remote).
- Navigate to Settings or System Settings.
- Look for the HDMI CEC, Anynet+, or Aquos Link option and turn it On.
- Connect your device (e.g., gaming console) to the TV via an HDMI cable.
- Turn on the connected device.
- If HDMI CEC is enabled, your Sharp TV should automatically turn on as well. This happens because the HDMI CEC feature allows the TV and connected devices to communicate with each other.
Can I Use Remote Apps to Turn On Sharp Smart TV?
No. Remote apps cannot turn on your Sharp Smart TV. Unfortunately, this limitation exists because remote apps typically rely on network connectivity (WiFi or IR) to communicate with your TV, and most TVs cannot be woken up from a completely powered-off state using only these wireless connections.
When your Sharp TV is completely turned off (powered down), it is not actively using its WiFi or IR connections. As a result, the TV is unable to receive signals from a remote app, and you can’t turn on the TV using the remote apps.
FAQ
The power button location can vary depending on the model, but it’s typically found on the back, bottom, left, or right side of the TV.
Yes, you can turn on your Sharp TV using a voice assistant, but only if your TV is already in standby or low-power mode and you’ve set up smart home devices like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit.