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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Turn on Game Mode

Reduce input lag so button presses feel more immediate on a games console.

Hisense · VIDAAAbout 2 minutes8 steps · 6 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 8

Connect the games console to an HDMI socket

Connect the games console to an HDMI socket, ideally one marked for gaming if the TV has one.

FOLLOW ON YOUR DEVICE01
Look for: Connect the games console to an HDMI socket

A matching screen picture is not available for this step. Follow the instruction above, or open the manufacturer’s guide if your menus differ.

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STEP 1

Connect the games console to an HDMI socket

Connect the games console to an HDMI socket, ideally one marked for gaming if the TV has one.

STEP 2

Select that HDMI input

Select that HDMI input using the Input or Source button on the remote.

STEP 3

Press the Home button on your remote

An example TV remote with the Home button highlighted.
Step 3

STEP 4

Select Settings

Select Settings (the cog) on the Home screen.

Example screen with select settings highlighted.
Step 4

STEP 5

Select Picture

Example screen with select picture highlighted.
Step 5

STEP 6

Select Game Settings

Example screen with select game settings highlighted.
Step 6

STEP 7

Select Game Mode

Example screen with select game mode highlighted.
Step 7

STEP 8

Set Game Mode to On

Example screen with set game mode to on highlighted.
Step 8

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly which option to select with your remote. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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