How do I enable CEC on my TV?

Please enable the Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) functionality on your TV. By enabling CEC, you can automate and schedule various events on the TV, such as power on and off, input changes and more. For example, though Atmosphere TV you could use CEC to make sure that your TV is on and tuned to Atmosphere each day at the start of business hours. 


To enable CEC, simply go to the settings on your TV and look for any of the following:

Device Type

HDMI-CEC Name

Samsung

Anynet+

Sony

BRAVIA Sync

Hitachi, Vizio

HDMI-CEC

AOC

E-Link

Pioneer

Kuro Link

Toshiba

CE-Link and Regza Link

Onkyo

RIHD

Runco International

RuncoLink

LG

SimpLink

Panasonic

HDAVI Control, EZ-Sync, VIERA Link

Phillips

EasyLink

Mitsubishi

NetCommand for HDMI


To enable CEC on your TV, follow these general steps:

  1. Press the "Menu" button on your TV remote.
  2. Navigate to "Settings" or "Setup."
  3. Look for "HDMI Settings," "External Device Manager," or a similar option.
  4. Find the CEC option (it may be named differently as mentioned above).
  5. Enable CEC.

For example, on an LG TV with SimpLink:

  1. Press the "Settings" button on your remote.
  2. Go to "All Settings."
  3. Select "General."
  4. Choose "SimpLink."
  5. Turn "SimpLink" on.

If you can't find the CEC option or have difficulty enabling it, consult your TV's user manual or the manufacturer's website for specific instructions related to your TV model.