Windows 8 Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter not pairing with hdtv

[Gengo]

Greetings,
I have recently bought Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter and am unable to sync it with my hdtv. I plugged in the adapter and powered it through a USB extension but when I add a wireless display, it says "No devices found". My computer is unable to pair with the display adapter and it is very troublesome.



Methods I have tested:

Resetting the display adapter

Scanning multiple times

Turning off the firewall

Updating Windows 8



I downloaded the MWDA's app and it will not activate until connected so it is useless for now. Am I missing something? Do I need to download drivers for the adapter? Also, I think it is important to note the computer did scan some phones nearby so that confirms it is not broken.



Any advice would be appreciated!

 

[Jimbo22]

Make/model of adapter? Are there any special required for your HDTV for such an adapter? Is there a firmware update for your HDTV, if it's a smart TV?

 

[Gengo]

Make/model of adapter: Model number is 1628
There is nothing special required for my hdtv that I know of.
No updates required because it is not a smart tv.

 

[ussnorway]

Hi Gengo, who makes your tv: hp, samsug, sony?

 

[Gengo]

Vizio is the brand of my television.

Edit: Clarification -> Vizio VX32L HDTV10A

 

[ussnorway]

Edit: Clarification -> Vizio VX32L HDTV10A

I would sugest setting it up by cable first... There is nothing about wireless useage in the user manual = Link Removed

 

[Gengo]

Yes, the television does connect with the computer via hdmi. I suppose I cannot use the adapter on the television then?