If you wish to stream the latest movies or TV shows on your Vizio Smart TV, then Amazon Prime Video is the perfect streaming service for you. It is a premium service that lets users watch 25,000+ movies, TV shows, documentaries, comedy shows, and exclusive Amazon Originals in high quality. The Amazon Prime Video app is a pre-installed app on Vizio SmartCast TVs. All you need to do is to activate the Prime Video to stream content on the TV. In addition, you can cast or AirPlay the Prime Video on your Vizio Smart TV from your Android Phone or iPhone.
How to Watch Amazon Prime Video on Vizio Smart TV
[1] Turn On your Vizio Smart TV and ensure that it is connected to a standard WiFi network.
[2] Hit the V button on your remote control.
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[3] Locate and select Amazon Prime Video from the Apps section.
[4] Once launched, you need to activate the Prime Video app to access its content on the Vizio Smart TV.
[5] Click the Sign In and Start Watching option.
[6] Now, a registration code will display on your TV screen. Note that code.
[7] After that, visit the activation website of Prime Video (www.primevideo.com/mytv) from a web browser of your choice.
[8] Then, sign in with your Amazon account credentials.
[9] Finally, enter the registration code in the respective field and click Register Device.
[10] Further, relaunch the app on your Vizio smart TV to watch your favorite Prime Video content with ease.
How to Cast Amazon Prime Video on Vizio Smart TV
Most latest models of Vizio Smart TV have in-built AirPlay and Chromecast support. As Amazon Prime Video is an AirPlay and Chromecast-compatible app, you can directly cast the video content on your TV from your Smartphone.
Note: If your Vizio TV doesn’t have in-built cast support, connect a Chromecast device to your TV and set it up.
Before doing that, ensure to enable the AirPlay option on Vizio Smart TV if you are an iPhone or iPad user. To enable it,
Press the SmartCast button → Extras → Apple AirPlay → AirPlay Settings → AirPlay → Turn On.
[1] Install the Prime Video app on your Android Phone or iPhone from the Play Store or App Store.
[2] Sign In to your account using the required Amazon credentials.
[3] After signing in, play any movie or TV show on the Prime Video app.
[4] Click the AirPlay icon (iOS) or Cast icon (Android) on the player screen and choose your Vizio TV from the list of available devices.
[5] Now, the video on the Amazon Prime Video app will appear on your Vizio Smart TV.
How to Fix Amazon Prime Video Not Working on Vizio Smart TV
Try the below fixes if you face any streaming errors or the Amazon Prime Video app fails to open on your TV.
- Connect your Vizio smart TV to a standard WiFi while installing or accessing the Prime Video app.
- Clear the cookie and cache of the Prime Video app.
- Restart your Vizio Smart TV to eliminate bugs.
- Update your Vizio TV and then the Amazon Prime Video app to its latest version.
- Finally, you can uninstall and re-install the Prime Video app to fix the error.
Amazon Prime Video: Subscription Plans
The Amazon Prime Video membership pricing for individuals is listed below.
- $14.99 per month
- $139 per year
- Prime Video membership at $8.99 per month
The Amazon Prime Video membership for students is listed below.
- $7.49 per month
- $69 per year
If you intend to unsubscribe, you can cancel the Amazon Prime Video subscription on the official Amazon website.
FAQ
Yes. You can install the Prime Video app directly from the TV’s App Store.
Yes. If you’re a new subscriber, you can get a 30-day free trial on Prime Video to access the video content for free on Vizio TV.
You can purchase the Amazon Prime Video membership plan at $8.99 per month.
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