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AIAIO's avatar
AIAIO
Newbie
3 years ago

LG magic remote to control which Roku device?

Is there any current or older but still supported Roku device that is compatible with the LG magic remote?  We would like the magic remote to control the Roku. This would mean that the Roku should respond to infrared commands issued from the magic remote. From what information I have gathered so far, most Roku devices are controlled via WiFi commands, but maybe some also respond to infrared. Is there any hope?

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  • renojim's avatar
    renojim
    Community Streaming Expert

    All Roku devices except for the sticks (which plug directly into an HDMI input without the need for a cable) respond to IR remotes.

    • michael8491's avatar
      michael8491
      Channel Surfer

      I have a Roku streaming stick+, it did work on my LG tV and with the magic remote until recently, but not now. It is plugged into my HDMI3. The Roku remote operates it. So how do I get my MR21GA to get back to work? Found out too late the LG TV choice of apps and the smart remote are bad technology.

      • renojim's avatar
        renojim
        Community Streaming Expert

        You might want to read this thread.  There seems to be differing results when trying to get the "magic remote" to control a stick.  I'm frankly amazed that anyone has been able to get it to work at all.