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JLS58's avatar
JLS58
Reel Rookie
3 years ago

Bad HDMI cable right out of the box

I purchased the Roku Express 4K+. In the process of setting it up, I got an error saying that the HDMI cable that was provided in the box was not working. I used an HDMI cable that I already had and it started connecting just fine. Has anyone else had an issue with an HDMI cable that was from Roku?

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  • tpry1's avatar
    tpry1
    Channel Surfer

    Although not right out of the box, after a month mine claimed to be the issue. The issue occured again after replacing the cable. Hope yours will be okay but I am wondering if it is an issue with the device itself. Roku support please look into this!!!

    • RokuMary-F's avatar
      RokuMary-F
      Community Moderator

      Hi JLS58 tpry1,

      Thanks for posting in the Roku Community!

      We would like to know how to identify and resolve any accessory issues. Is there a light showing on your device? How are you powering the device? Is it plugged into the TV USB port, or is it plugged into the wall outlet with the provided cables? In addition, have you tried using another HDMI port on your TV as well as trying your device on another TV to see if you are seeing the same issue?

      Please keep us posted with the details.


      Best regards,
      Mary

      • tpry1's avatar
        tpry1
        Channel Surfer

        Yes there is a light showing on my device which is securely plugged into a wall outlet with the provided cables. I am trying the other HDMI port on my television again. It has worked fine for my cable box and I believe I tried it before with the new ROKU device and the same thing happened(HDMI error msg) after initially connecting to test the last time. I do not have another TV to try it on(Yes, we only have one TV in the house!). I will report back on this. 

         

        thank you!

    • tpry1's avatar
      tpry1
      Channel Surfer

      I purchased a new Roku Express 4k+ in order to upgrade to the voice remote and tv power and volume controls. It worked fine for a month but then claimed the HDMI was bad. I switched to my old HDMI and had no issues for a day or two, then the same error message after initially starting a program. Next I tried an HDMI that was not from a roku product and the same thing occured. I believe this is a Roku device issue and it is not fair that one should have to pay for shipping to return it. Support please respond

       

      thank you

  • Easy fix. I have 2 Roku devices and encountered the same issue with each after initial setup. Disconnect power from Roku for a minute and then reconnect. After the device starts up, go into the settings menu and reboot. No problems since.