Smart TVs are the new staple TV in homes across the world – loaded with everything you need to watch your favorite shows and listen to music. Insignia TVs are one of the most popular brands in the U.S. and offer a wide range of specs and capabilities. But how much can you get out of an Insignia TV when the internet isn’t available?

You still have some available capabilities without the internet on Insignia TVs, such as:

  • Access to cable TVPlay video games with a connected consoleUse a DVD playerPlay any downloaded media

In this article, you’ll learn more about what your Insignia TV is capable of when it has no internet. Read on to find out more!

The truth is, you get more out of Insignia TVs when you are connected to the internet. The Smart TV capabilities are meant to help you use your favorite apps for movies, TV shows, and music streaming services. 

If you don’t have internet, you can still use an Insignia TV for video games on a console that doesn’t require internet to play games and play DVDs if you have a player. You can also still access cable if you have it connected to your TV.

If you’re wondering why you can’t use some features on your TV without the internet, it might be because you haven’t set up your WiFi yet. Connecting your Insignia TV to your WiFi should be simple. You might run into issues when trying to connect, but they are easy to troubleshoot, which we have outlined later. 

Here are the steps to connecting your home WiFi network to your Insignia TV:

  • Press the Home Button on your Insignia TV remote. Navigate to “Settings” by using the arrows on the remote.Select “Network” and then click “Wireless”Available networks should appear on the screen. Select your home network. Type in your password using the on-screen keyboard.

This should complete the connection to your home WiFi network. 

The above steps should complete the process of setting up your Insignia TV, but sometimes you might run into issues. This problem is not unique to Insignia models – all TVs can have this issue from time to time. But, how can you fix it? Keep reading to find out.

What to Do When TV Won’t Connect to WiFi

There are a lot of reasons your Insignia TV might not be working. It could be that there is a bug in the software or it could be outdated, the Domain Name System (DNS) could be improperly configured, or there could just be an issue with your modem or WiFi network. In any case, there are things you can do to troubleshoot and fix the issue.

If you find yourself having issues with connecting to the internet, follow these steps outlined below:

  • Turn off your TV and restart using the power button on your remote.Improve the WiFi signal by moving the modem closer to the TV or moving anything that could be blocking the signal.Restart the router by unplugging it and simply wait 2 or 3 minutes before plugging it back in, then try to connect to the WiFi again.Update your Insignia TVs software by pressing the home button on the remote and opening “Settings,” and then select “System.” Select the “Check Now” option and your Insignia TV will check for updates.

These steps should work when you are having other issues with your Insignia such as prolonged buffering or if you have apps that aren’t working properly. 

Call Support

If after these steps are complete and your Insignia TV is still not working properly, you may consider calling the location you bought it from and asking for a replacement or to have some come out. Places like Best Buy normally have a team of people who are dedicated to helping customers with issues like this. 

If you need to contact Insignia support correctly, you can use these methods:

  • United States/Canada Number: 1-877-467-4289Mexico number: 01-800-926-3000Email

Now you know everything about using an Insignia TV without the internet.

Conclusion

While there is a lot you can do without connecting to the internet on an Insignia TV, you get the most out of its smart capabilities when you successfully connect to your home WiFi network. It is very simple to connect to the network, and there are many ways to troubleshoot on your own in case you run into any issues.

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option for a TV and you want a wide range of capabilities that offer online and offline options, the Insignia is a great choice.