Unable to add Vizio TV as a Device, get's propmt to enter WPS PIN for the TV.

Original Title:Add Vizio TV As a Device "vizio-dtv-sink" ??

I have a my Windows 8.1 desktop and when I click add device it searches my network for available devices.  I have a Vizio M701d-A3R TV and that shows up as "VIZIO-DTV-Sink" and is listed as a TV.  When I click add it the asks me for the WPS PIN for the TV.  I cannot for the life of me find anything on the TV, Online or anywhere that talks about this.  I have also sent a request into Vizio support to see what this does.

My desire would be to be able to stream media (Pics/Videos, Etc.) from my desktop to my TV over the network.

I found the four digit pin code on my new Vizio finally.  It shows up at the very top of the TV screen when you use the link set up.  I found this bit of info buried in the help section.

Connect via WIFI

If connection issues occur using Bluetooth then using ad-hoc WIFI is another option. The Vizio Device will show up in the WIFI list. Upon selection of the WIFI connection a PIN CODEwill be requested and the VIZIO SmartCast Home Theater Display will show the code on screen.

I think you just have to use the media player on the TV. You have to use the remote "V" button and scroll to the "multimedia" icon/button on the TV screen. Then search the media content you want to play on your TV. Unfortunately I was not able to use "Play To:" from my computer. Media has to be searched for from the TV instead of sent to the TV from the computer.

Hi Rhett,

This issue could have occurred due to these reasons.

1. Due to incorrect settings.
2. If the device is not properly added.

Try the steps listed here and check if it helps.

Method 1:

I would suggest you to run the hardware troubleshooter and check if it helps. 

a. Press Windows key + C on your keyboard to show the Charms bar.

b. Type Troubleshooting and click Troubleshooting under Settings.

c. Now type Hardware Troubleshooter in the search option.

d. Click on Hardware troubleshooter to run the troubleshooter.

Method 2:

If the issue persists, I would suggest you to refer the article and check if it helps.

Add, remove, and manage your devices and printers

Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue to assist you further.

VIZIO TV's do not have a PIN number that is required to display your PC data on the TV WIRELESS. Direct connection is the only way.

I just now hooked up a Firestick and I'm able to connect and mirror my computer screen on the TV.  Works very well.