Plex is a subscription-free streaming service that brings the best of movie and TV apps with over 300+ channels, movies, and live TV channels. This app allows you to organize, stream, and share media content on any device, including Hisense TV. Moreover, you can unlock the Plex-Pass subscription to access the new features & apps and to get a faster & power-efficient streaming performance on the Hisense TV.
This curated guide will help you with the procedure of direct installation, activation, and alternative ways of accessing the Plex content on Hisense Smart TVs.
Installation Procedure of Plex on Hisense TV
The Plex app is available on all Hisense TV models, including Hisense VIDAA, Roku, Android, Google, Fire, and Xumo TV. Follow the below procedures based on your TV model and get the Plex app on your smart TV.
Hisense VIDAA TV
- Navigate to the VIDAA home screen and choose the My Apps.
- Enter into the App Store and type Plex in the search field.
- Choose the Plex app and enter the App Info page.
- Hit Install to start the installation.
- Once done, launch the Plex app from the My Apps section and access its content.
If you can’t find the Plex app on the VIDAA App Store, you can download it from the VEWD App Store of Hisense VIDAA TV.
Hisense Roku TV
- Navigate to select the Streaming Channels option from the home screen.
- Then, use the virtual keyboard and enter Plex under the Search space.
- Get the desired app and click the Add Channel to download the app.
- After installing the app, hit the Go to Channel button to access Plex content.
Hisense Android & Google TV
- Visit the Google Play Store on your Android TV.
- If you use a Google TV, hit the Search option on the home screen.
- Input the Plex app name under the Search bar.
- Get the app results and choose the right Plex app from them.
- Then, enter the app info and tap Install to download the app on Hisense TV.
- After a few minutes, hit Open to launch the application immediately.
Hisense Fire TV
- From the Fire TV home page, click the Find icon.
- Now, enter the Plex app name and hit the Search icon to get the related apps.
- Pick the Plex app and then click the Get button to install the app.
- After installing the app, tap on Open and access it on your TV.
Hisense XClass/Xumo TV
- Hover over the Hisense TV’s home screen.
- Look for and tap the View All option to get the list of pre-installed apps.
- Search for the Plex app and open it to stream your favorite live TV shows, movies, and more.
Activation Steps of Plex on Hisense TV
Activating the Plex app after installation is a must process to access the Plex content flawlessly on the TV. With the Hisense TV connected to a strong WiFi, continue the below procedures to activate the application.
- Open the Plex app and hit the Sign In button.
- Note down Plex’s activation code and the website that is displayed on your TV screen.
- Get your smartphone and visit plex.tv/link.
- Once done, hit the Link button to complete the activation process.
How to Cast or AirPlay Plex on Hisense TV
Yes. The Plex app comes with a built-in Cast or AirPlay feature, through which you can mirror the content from your smartphone to the TV. Here is how to implement the process.
- Visit the Play Store | App Store and get the Plex app on your smartphones.
- Once you are done with the above instructions, open the Plex mobile app and sign in with your account credentials.
- Scroll through the list of genres and play any video or content.
- Click the Cast or AirPlay icon at the top-right of the player screen and the device list.
- Choose your Hisense TV name and start streaming popular TV shows, news, sports, or kid’s content on the wider screen.
FAQ
Sometimes, a slow internet connection or a software bug on the TV will not show the Plex content. In this case, switch to a different WiFi network for better results and restart your Hisense TV to fix the issue.
