Onn TV, a popular budget-friendly smart TV, offers seamless integration with Apple’s HomeKit, enabling users to control their TV through the Home app or Siri voice commands. By connecting Onn TV to HomeKit, you can easily manage power, volume, and other settings, all from your Apple devices.
This integration enhances the user experience by providing greater convenience, allowing you to automate your TV settings, control it remotely, or even set up customized scenes. With HomeKit support, Onn TV becomes an even smarter addition to your home entertainment system, offering effortless control and integration with your existing Apple ecosystem.
Ensure Compatibility and Requirements
Before starting, ensure your Onn TV supports HomeKit. Also, you’ll need:
- An iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 12.0 or later.
- A Wi-Fi network.
- Onn TV with the latest firmware update installed.
Set Up Your Onn TV
- Make sure your Onn TV is set up and connected to your Wi-Fi network. Ensure it’s powered on and ready for pairing.
Open the Home App on Your iPhone or iPad
- On your iPhone or iPad, open the Home app.
- Make sure you are signed in to iCloud with the same Apple ID used for HomeKit.
Add a New Accessory in the Home App
- Tap the “+” symbol in the top right corner of the Home app to add a new accessory.
- Select “Add Accessory”.
Scan the HomeKit Setup Code
- On your Onn TV, go to Settings and find the HomeKit setup option. This may be in the TV’s settings under “Smart Features” or “Device Integration.”
- A HomeKit setup code (a QR code or a numeric code) will appear on your TV screen.
- Use your iPhone or iPad to scan the QR code that appears on your Onn TV screen.
Pair Onn TV with HomeKit
- After scanning the code, your Onn TV will appear in the Home app.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing process.
- You’ll be prompted to assign your Onn TV to a room in the Home app. Choose an existing room or create a new one.
Control Onn TV with Siri or the Home App
Once paired, you can control your Onn TV using the Home app or Siri. Try commands like:
- Hey Siri, turn on the TV.
- Hey Siri, set the TV volume to 50%.
Automate and Customize
- You can now create automations within the Home app, like turning the TV on or off based on specific times or conditions, offering greater control and convenience for your smart home setup.
By following these steps, your Onn TV will be successfully connected to HomeKit, allowing easy control through Siri and the Home app.