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WhiteBear78
Binge Watcher
2 years ago
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Model 3900x that gets power from HDMI ports

I have what I’m sure is one of the first ROKU devices sold. It is model number 3900x and I can’t even find a photo of it anywhere online. I have lost the original remote and just bought one on eBay t...
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    HDMIGuy
    2 years ago

    WhiteBear78 Do you mean it gets power from a USB port on the TV?  No Roku device plugs into an HDMI port for power that I am aware of.  I think the 3900 is a Roku Express.  Check the device to see if it has a separate place for a power cord.

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HDMIGuy
Roku Guru
2 years ago

WhiteBear78 Do you mean it gets power from a USB port on the TV?  No Roku device plugs into an HDMI port for power that I am aware of.  I think the 3900 is a Roku Express.  Check the device to see if it has a separate place for a power cord.

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    WhiteBear78
    Binge Watcher
    2 years ago

    Of course you are dealing with an old man who has no memory! Obviously the device has a power port! And even after about 8 years with no use and an extensive move, I actually found the power cord! I think I’m up and running again. Thank you so much for helping me with this!! GREAT community!!