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- You can reset Vizio TV of different models like SmartCast, VIA & VIA+ from its Settings and using the Service Menu.
- Even without a remote, you can carry out resetting with the Vizio Mobile app and TV buttons.
Factory resetting Vizio TV is a drastic step that deletes all the previously installed apps and settings on your TV. However, this can help to eliminate any viruses or malware that may cause your TV to slow down. Continue reading this article to learn the procedure for resetting Vizio TV models.
Try a safe pre-requisite!
Before proceeding with the hard reset, initiate a soft reset on your Vizio Smart TV and try to resolve the issues without erasing the data. To do this,
- Switch off your TV and remove the TV cord from the wall outlet.
- After a minute, make the connections back and turn on your Vizio TV.
If your TV’s problems haven’t been resolved after this, proceed after taking the necessary backup of its data.
How to Factory Reset Vizio Smartcast TV
1. Press the Menu button on the remote and scroll to the System option.
2. Select Reset & Admin and choose Reset TV to Factory Defaults.
3. In the next screen, enter the parental passcode. If you haven’t set a passcode, the default PIN is 0000.
4. Finally, select the Reset option to factory reset your Vizio SmartCast TV.
How to Factory Reset Older Vizio TV Models
If you’re using an old model Vizio Smart TV like VIA or VIA+, you can follow the steps below and bring your TV to factory settings.
1. Once the Vizio TV is turned on, press the Menu button on your remote and reach Settings from the pop-up menu.
2. Select Help → Clear Memory (Factory Default) and enter the default PIN 0000 if promoted.
3. Select Yes from the pop-up message to confirm the process.
How to Reset Vizio TV Via Service Menu
If your TV becomes unresponsive and shows a black screen, you can reset your TV by following the steps mentioned below,
1. Turn off your Vizio TV and press the Channel+ and Channel- buttons on the remote.
2. By holding these buttons, press the Power button,
3. Then, release all the buttons and press the Menu button. Now, your TV will turn on with a factory reset screen.
4. Again, press and hold the Menu button to get the Service Menu.
5. Now, navigate and select the Factory Reset option to finish the task.
How to Factory Reset Vizio TV Without a Remote
If the Vizio TV remote does not work, you can restore your Vizio TV to its original state using the physical buttons or by installing the remote app.
Using Physical Buttons
1. Press the Volume Down and Input buttons on Vizio TV once it is turned on. Your TV screen will display the message To Reset to Default.
2. Press the Input button for 10 seconds, and you’ll see Memory is being cleared text on the screen
3. Then, your Vizio TV will restart after being reset.
Using Remote App
1. Install the Vizio Mobile app on your smartphone from the Google Play Store or App Store.
2. Connect your Vizio TV to WIFI and attach your smartphone to the same WiFi network. Select the TV name and enter the PIN to pair the devices.
3. Then, access the virtual remote and reach the Settings option of your respective TV to begin the resettings process.
Tip: A few Vizio TV models have a Reset button on the back panel which can be used directly for factory resetting.
The above are the steps for resetting different Vizio TV models. Try them according to your TV model and clear out issues that are bothering your TV usage. Before proceeding with the process, check for updates and upgrade Vizio TV firmware once, as it will also help resolve various issues.