How to Get Vizio TV Out of Setup Mode?

Your Vizio TV is not the only one that is trapped in Setup Mode. Resetting a TV, setting it up for the first time, or running into a software bug are common causes of this issue. The good news? Getting your Vizio TV out of Setup Mode often just takes a few minutes.

This article provides easy, step-by-step steps to help you exit Setup Mode and start enjoying your favorite material again.

How to Get Vizio TV Out of Setup Mode

1. Complete the Setup Process Fully

Sometimes the TV stays in Setup Mode because the setup steps were skipped or interrupted.

Do this:

1. Select your language

2. Connect to Wi-Fi

3. Accept terms and conditions

4. Choose Home Use

5. Finish the guided prompts

This should take you to the home screen.

2. Change the TV Mode to “Home Use”

If the TV is accidentally set to “Store Demo,” it may continuously restart Setup Mode.

Follow these steps:

1. Press Menu on the remote

2. Go to Settings

3. Select System

4. Choose Reset & Admin

5. Set Viewing Mode → Home Use

3. Power Cycle the TV (Soft Reset)

A soft reset clears temporary issues.

Steps:

1. Turn off the TV

2. Unplug it from the wall

3. Hold the Power button on the TV for 15 seconds

4. Plug back in and turn on

This often fixes Setup Mode loops.

4. Use the Remote Shortcut (If Menu Doesn’t Open)

Try this remote sequence:

• Press Menu

• Press Exit

• Press Menu again

This forces the system to reload normal mode.

5. Factory Reset the TV (Hard Reset)

If nothing works, a factory reset may fix the problem.

Method 1 (Using remote):

1. Press Menu

2. Go to System

3. Choose Reset & Admin

4. Select Reset TV to Factory Defaults

5. Enter PIN (0000 if you never changed it)

Method 2 (Without remote):

1. Hold Volume Down + Input on the TV

2. Wait for the popup

3. Hold Input for 10 seconds

Complete the setup again and your TV should exit Setup Mode.

When I initially came across a Vizio Smart TV that was stuck in Setup Mode, it appeared like there was a serious issue. However, the problem was fixed in a matter of minutes after doing a soft reset and carefully finishing the setup. The TV's inadvertent "Store Mode" option, which constantly returning me to the Setup page, was the most frequent cause. After it was set to "Home Use," everything functioned flawlessly. The precise steps that consistently worked are included in this tutorial.

FAQs

1. Why is my Vizio TV stuck in Setup Mode even after restarting?

It may still be in Store Demo Mode or the setup wasn’t completed fully.

2. Does a factory reset remove apps and settings?

Yes, a complete reset restores the TV to its original state.

3. Can I fix Setup Mode without a remote?

Yes. Use the Volume Down + Input buttons on the TV to reset.

4. Why does my TV return to Setup Mode each time I turn it on?

This often happens when the TV is accidentally set to Store Mode instead of Home Use.

Conclusion

Getting your Vizio TV out of Setup Mode is usually simple—whether you complete the initial setup, switch to Home Mode, or do a reset. Following the instructions above will help you fix the issue fast and have your TV working regularly again.