Unfortunately that configuration doesn't seem to stop the wireless broadcast, at least as of when I reported the issue. I've confirmed this with wifi scanners on my mobile.
The only reliable solution in the past was to disable from the secret menu, which is now not available
I have a family member with EHS and RF of any kind (WiFi, Bluetooth, or WiFi Direct) cannot be
tolerated. The only remedy for us was to teardown (at your own risk) the ethernet capable Roku
and remove the 2 or 3 antennas depending on the model. Use an IR remote and disable device
connect. No more interference with other electronic equipment or problems for those with EHS.
I have 2 different Rokus- 1 is an Ultra, and both work fine. It's too bad that the WiFi radios don't turn
off when an ethernet cable is plugged in- kind of like the old boombox when you plug in a headset;
the speakers quit blasting.
WOW! Never occurred to me that this could be a problem for those with medical issues. Thanks for your input.
This should be a requirement, that we be allowed the 'direct' easily-accessible option to control our personal electronic environment.
Do you have a good video link (e.g. youtube) for the roku ultra breakdown and radio removal? I would definitely be interested...
I would also be interested in a HOW TO video showing how to remove all wifi ability on a roku, even if it involves soldering work to do it.
The breakdown that I first used is from TechRepublic: https://www.techrepublic.com/pictures/cracking-open-the-roku-2-xs/ Images 18, 24, & 28-30 were helpful.
Also, this youtube video was useful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2KGYDw-q-4
Having a background in electronics, I guessed that removing the WiFi and Bluetooth antennas would
be the easiest way to stop RF output without harming any other circuitry- so I used some hefty wire
cutters to cut them off and for added measure cut the pcb connection to nearby broadcast chips
with an exacto knife.
No harm done, so both Rokus that were modified work fine with no measurable rf output. You do
take a risk bricking your media player, but for us worth it. So stay grounded and don't touch any pins
on chips if unnecessary.
So this is great, I cracked open all 3 of my Roku ultra devices and removed the 2 antennae in each, closed it back up and it works great! Not some models may have 3 antennas but my older ultras only had 2 each.
I'd rate this as easy, all that's needed is a nylon spudger, philips screwdriver and optionally some electrical tape.
All I did is wiggle the metal antennae at their 2 connection points to fatigue the metal until it snaps off. I covered the terminal points with electrical tape just in case and re assembled.
Note if you have micro SD cards you will want to remove them first before starting, as they get in the way of removing the case.
jnwf wrote:
The breakdown that I first used is from TechRepublic: https://www.techrepublic.com/pictures/cracking-open-the-roku-2-xs/ Images 18, 24, & 28-30 were helpful.
Also, this youtube video was useful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2KGYDw-q-4
Having a background in electronics, I guessed that removing the WiFi and Bluetooth antennas would
be the easiest way to stop RF output without harming any other circuitry- so I used some hefty wire
cutters to cut them off and for added measure cut the pcb connection to nearby broadcast chips
with an exacto knife.
No harm done, so both Rokus that were modified work fine with no measurable rf output. You do
take a risk bricking your media player, but for us worth it. So stay grounded and don't touch any pins
on chips if unnecessary.
TO JNWF. I would like to have a dialog with you about your family member intolerance with EHS and RF of any kind (WiFi, Bluetooth, or WiFi Direct). I am seeking mitigation with RF concerns in & around our home.
How can we discuss this outside these posts?
TO jnwf. I would like to have a dialog with you about your family member intolerance with EHS and RF of any kind (WiFi, Bluetooth, or WiFi Direct). I am seeking mitigation with RF concerns in & around our home.
How can we discuss this outside these posts?
I just leave the darn thing unplugged.
Like most electronic devices, they're really not needed for everyday living.
Electronic devices are really nice to have the first few days we have them, or just before the last year we have them. Then gremlins exploit the darn things, making most electronic devices useless after the first year of ownership. Electronic typewriters were probably the last best electronic device, for which lasted decades of use.
Regarding the question about intolerance of EHS and RF.. I am EMF sensitive. If I stay in a wifi area for more than 30 minutes I get a migraine. If I stay more than a couple hours my migraine gets so bad that I get nauseated. I have multiple doctor's notes confirming this, and I am certainly not alone. I actually worry about people that do not feel that they are being harmed by EMF because the science says you most certainly are, you just lost your ability to feel it, which is very concerning.
As for mitigating RF, get away from RF infested neighborhoods and workplaces. I live in an older neighborhood with large multi-acre yards and not a lot of RF. There is nothing in my house using RF. No WiFi, No BlueTooth, No CellPhone, No Microwave Oven, Nothing. I use Wired Ethernet for all my internet connectivity needs. I have a plain old telephone system (POTS) landline telephone. Yep, the wired telephones we all used in the 1980s, that's what I use today. It works great. It's a shame Roku won't let us turn off the wifi anymore. Seems they have gone full EVIL in their attempts to dictate to customers that they will broadcast WiFi in your home whether you like it or not. Roku is probably following the whole WEF/BlackRock/State Street/Vanguard crowd for complete world domination(i.e. "You will own nothing and be happy!" "Free Will? That's over! We can hack humans now!"). I still have my Rokus powered off sitting in a box. It was a good solution before they took away the No-WiFi option. I am tempted to remove the antenna hardware components, but I found a couple of TVs that have similar functionality to Roku builtin and when connected to Wired Ethernet and Infrared Remotes the EMF is truly turned off. I have confirmed this many times with a trifield meter. Good Luck in mitigating your RF and Stay Safe Out There! 2024 is going to be an interesting year!
P.S. Roku company leadership sucks!
Afternoon,
I ripped open my ultras and removed the 2 WiFi antennas. After reassembly, the wifi direct can still be detected. A lot less than originally, but its still there. Has anyone removed the solder around the wifi chip and pulled it out?
