How To Connect Google Home To Vizio TV – The Fastest Guide 2024

This article is a guide on how to connect Google Home to Vizio TV. Google Home is a smart speaker developed by Google. It connects to other devices via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and allows you to control them using voice commands. This device has become very popular because it is affordable and offers great features.

Vizio is a brand name of a Consumer Electronics Company founded in 1985. The company was acquired by LG Electronics in 2014. In 2016, Vizio launched its SmartCast 4K UHDTV lineup.

With the launch of Google Home, it is easy to integrate the two of them right now through the steps explained below.  Now, you can use Google Home to control your Vizio TV.

What you need

1. Google Home
2. Vizio SmartCast 4K U HDTV
3. USB Cable
4. Power Supply (Optional)
5. Internet Connection
6. Google Account
7. Android Phone/Tablet
8. VIZIO SmartCast TV or Alternatively Home Theater Display
9. A Google Assistant device-In this case, a Google Home Mini. Alternatively, you can get the mobile device with the Google Home app installed.

Step by Step Guide

1. The first step is to press Vizio Button on your Vizio Remote.
2. Find the extra Buttons by navigating the extra Buttons.
3. Select Google Assistance.
4. Enable Google Assistance.

How to control your Vizio TV with Google Home

Now that you have integrated Google Home and Vizio TV, then it’s easy to start using the function. The steps are not complicated. 

Commanding the Vizio TV

You can turn the Vizio TV on and off by simply saying the words below:

• Okay Google, Turn on (TV name)
• Okay Google, Turn off (TV name)

Controlling the Vizio TV volume up and Volume down

In most cases, it’s a real hustle to keep on adjusting the volumes of your Vizio TV. You might have to get up from your seat from time to time. But with Google Home, it’s very easy to do this. 

• Okay Google set volume to 50% of [TV name]…..This will make sure that Google Home has set your volume to 50%.
• Okay Google turn [up/ down] the volume on [TV name]….Google Home will turn the TV volume as instructed. 
• ”Mute [TV name]”.. With this command, Google Home will mute your TV.

How to Launch Apps on Vizio TV using Google Home

You also don’t have to press buttons on your Remote to launch Netflix or ShowMax. You just have to command Google Home and this will easily be done. 

• ”Okay Google launch [app name] on [TV name]”
• Google Home devices Compatibility with VIZIO TVs?

There are many Google Home devices available for purchase. However, there are only 2 devices that are specifically designed for controlling Vizio TVs. These are the following:

• Google Home Mini – $49.99
• Google Home Max – $399.00

These devices are compatible with all Vizio TVs. They are compatible with both Amazon Fire TV Sticks and Roku Streaming Stick. If you want more information about these products, you can visit their respective official websites.

Troubleshooting the Google Assistant Setup Process

As much as setting the Google Home to Vizo TV is easy, you can land into some serious issues if you follow the wrong instructions. Here are a few things that you should consider before you proceed further.

Make sure that you have enabled Google Assistant on your phone. If you haven’t done so yet, then go ahead and enable it.

• Make sure that you have connected your Google account with your Google Home.
• Make sure that the Google Home is in range of your Wi-Fi network.
• Make sure that your Google Home is powered on.
• Make sure that there is no other smart speaker within 10 meters from your Google Home.

If you still face any issues after doing everything mentioned above, then you need to contact the support team at Vizio.

Make sure you’ve paired your TV with your Google account

Once you have successfully set up your Google Home with your Vizio TV, now you need to pair your device with your Google account. To do so, firstly open the Google Home app on your smartphone. Then tap on the hamburger icon present on the top right corner of the screen. Next tap on Settings.

Now you’ll see an option called “Connected Devices”. Tap on it. This will show you all the devices that are currently associated with your Google account. Select the one that belongs to your Google Home.

Now you’re good to go!

Make sure you have the right Versions of Google Home and Vizio TV

The version of Google Home and Vizion TV needs to match. The latest version of Google Home can be found here. Make sure that you have installed the correct version of Google Home on your computer.

Also, make sure that your Vizio TV supports the version of Google Home that you have installed on your computer.

FAQs

Can Google Home work with all Vizio TV versions?

Yes. Google Home works with all Vizio TVs including those released between 2017 and 2019.

How does Google Home control my Vizio TV?

Google Home controls Vizio TVs by using a combination of voice commands and touch gestures. It’s similar to how Siri or Alexa work. You can use your voice to say something like “turn up the volume” or “play music”. Or you can also use your finger to swipe through channels or play/pause media content.

Conclusion

Google Home is an amazing product from Google. It’s a smart speaker, smart display, smart assistant, and much more. It’s a great way to integrate your smartphone into your living room. 

It works well with other smart speakers like Alexa, Siri, and Cortana. If you’re looking for a voice-controlled device, then Google Home is one of the best choices out there.  As far as connecting your Google Home with your Vizio TV, it’s pretty simple. All you need to do is follow the instructions explained above.