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Ruth8's avatar
Ruth8
Reel Rookie
12 months ago
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Remote has no power even after replacing batteries

Bought 3 Roku Express 4k+ remotes from best buy last year. Remote in bedroom died. Replaced batteries, still nothing. Swapped with less used one and got bedroom back up. Using roku app in other room to bypass remote.  Outside of replacing batteries,  rebooting device, did I just end up buying a bad remote? Does Roku back there remotes or is this a manufacturer issue?

   I chatted with support with less than an optimal experience.  

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  • RokuCarly's avatar
    RokuCarly
    12 months ago

    Thank you for the added information, Ruth8.

    In this case, I would be more than happy to help you find the best resolution so you can utilize your Roku remote again. I will coordinate this with our Support team for additional reinforcement.

    Additionaly, I will reach out to you via Private Message to gather further personal information. 

    In the meantime, you may install the Roku mobile app as an alternative to your physical remote. This app is a free application for iOS® and Android™ devices that turns your mobile device into a control center for your Roku streaming player or your Roku TV™. The app's Remote feature allows you to control your Roku device with your mobile device. 

    You may also visit this support article for additional details about how to control your Roku® streaming device using the Roku mobile app.

    Your continuous patience and understanding as we work on this are highly appreciated.

    Best regards,
    Carly

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  • RokuCarly's avatar
    RokuCarly
    Community Moderator
    12 months ago

    A warm welcome here in the Roku Community, Ruth8!

    We appreciate you reaching out for support about the issues you've encountered with your Roku remote and we'd be happy to help you find the best resolution possible. 

    Before proceeding, what is the serial number of the Roku device to which this remote was paired? Is this the remote that came with the device, or was this purchased separately? We also appreciate the troubleshooting steps you've taken to resolve the issue and use the Roku mobile app as an alternative. 

    We'll be looking forward to your response.

    Best regards,
    Carly

     

     

    • Ruth8's avatar
      Ruth8
      Reel Rookie
      12 months ago

      Hello Carly,

         Thanks for the reply. I bought 3 Roku Express 4K+ packages from Best Buy last year. The Serial # on base is 3941X2. The remote shows RC-GZ1.

          The other 2 remotes are still working. Button to left of power button lights up on the other 2 remotes but does not on the failing remote.  I've rebooted base and it currently works with both roku app and now I've setup with an old myharmony universal remote that recognized model 3941X2.

          Seems like its just died. Not sure if I could get a replacement from Roku or if there is some other suggestion.

      Thanks for any suggestion on how to proceed,

      Ruth

      (I have tried to post this twice and have been kicked out)

       

      • RokuCarly's avatar
        RokuCarly
        Community Moderator
        12 months ago

        Thank you for the added information, Ruth8.

        In this case, I would be more than happy to help you find the best resolution so you can utilize your Roku remote again. I will coordinate this with our Support team for additional reinforcement.

        Additionaly, I will reach out to you via Private Message to gather further personal information. 

        In the meantime, you may install the Roku mobile app as an alternative to your physical remote. This app is a free application for iOS® and Android™ devices that turns your mobile device into a control center for your Roku streaming player or your Roku TV™. The app's Remote feature allows you to control your Roku device with your mobile device. 

        You may also visit this support article for additional details about how to control your Roku® streaming device using the Roku mobile app.

        Your continuous patience and understanding as we work on this are highly appreciated.

        Best regards,
        Carly