How to Change Input on Westinghouse TV Without Remote
Key Notes
- Use Physical buttons on the Westinghouse TV to change the input without a remote.
- Use a Remote app: Launch Westinghouse TV Remote app→ Follow the on-screen instructions → Select the Remote → Change the Input.
- Connect a wired or wireless keyboard or mouse to change the input on Westinghouse Smart TV.
- Buy a Universal Remote for controlling Westinghouse TV and for changing the input.
- Change Input With Remote: Press Input → Choose the Input → Press the OK button.
You may need to change the input on Westinghouse TV if you connect a streaming device or gaming console. At that time, if the Westinghouse TV remote is not working, you will be blanked out and don’t know what to do. Fortunately, there are many ways to change the TV input without a remote, so there is no need to worry about it.
This article explains how to change the input on Westinghouse TV using physical buttons, the remote app, a keyboard, etc.
How to Change Input on Westinghouse TV Without Remote
If the Westinghouse remote is not responding, try these alternate ways to change the input/source on Westinghouse TV.
Use Physical Buttons to Change Input on Westinghouse TV
Physical buttons help in turning on your Westinghouse TV without a remote, adjusting the volume, and changing the input source. The location of Westinghouse TV buttons will vary for each model. Generally, the physical buttons are located on the left or right backside of the TV panel. Some TVs will have buttons on the bottom of the TV panel.
- Press the Input/Source button on the Westinghouse TV.
- You will see the list of inputs on your TV screen.
- Choose the desired input by pressing the Channel or Volume buttons.
- Press the Input button again to confirm the changes.
Note: With the help of physical buttons, you can reset the Westinghouse TV without a remote.
Use Remote App to Change Input on Westinghouse TV
If you can’t find physical buttons, you can use the Westinghouse TV remote app to change the input on the TV without a remote. Since there is no official remote app, you can use third-party universal remote apps in the Play Store or App Store. Moreover, you can control Westinghouse TV using a smartphone’s IR blaster without connecting the TV and phone to the same WiFi network. Install the remote app using the below links and follow the on-screen instructions to use the virtual remote.
Note: If you use Westinghouse Roku TV, you can use The Roku App as a virtual remote.
Use a Keyboard to Change Input on Westinghouse TV Without Remote or Buttons
Since Westinghouse TV has ports to connect external devices, you can connect a wireless keyboard/mouse very easily. Once you plug in a wireless keyboard or mouse, you can change the input on the Westinghouse Smart TV by navigating to Input settings. We recommend users purchase Logitech wireless keyboards as they come with an in-built touchpad.
How to Change Input on Westinghouse TV With Remote
[1] Turn on your Smart TV by pressing the Power button.
[2] Press the Input/ Source button on the TV remote.
[3] Choose the Input you want to switch by clicking the Up or Down buttons.
[4] Press the OK button to confirm.
Buy a Universal Remote
If you don’t feel comfortable using remote apps or physical buttons, you can buy a universal remote, which is cheap compared to the original TV remote. You can purchase them from Amazon or Walmart. Most universal remotes work with an IR emitter, requiring no additional setup. Ensure to read the description of the remote model to find out whether it is compatible with your Westinghouse TV. If batteries are excluded, you must purchase 2 AAA batteries at extra cost.
FAQ
Locate the Reset pinhole button on the backside of the TV. Press and hold the Reset pinhole button using a pen for a few seconds. Once it restarts, release the button. You have reset the Westinghouse Roku TV.
Press the Volume + button on the Westinghouse TV panel to increase the volume without a remote.
