I was trying to do that. When I Tago, all I get is “Component” and “Video” and “S-Video”. I restarted the ROKU…..👎🏼
* toggle (not Tago)
The S-Video requires a S-Video cable which your converter does not have, so you can eliminate that one.
Normally, the red and white cables are for audio, and the yellow is for video. (Need to plug them in the right ports). Plug these cables into the "External Equipment" ports on the back of the TV. (Located right between the S-Video and the VGA/PC port on the back of this TV. Then toggle to the Video input with the button on the TV.
If this does not work, try going back to the static (tv input), placing it on either channel 3, or channel 4 and then selecting the Video input again. (should not have to do this, though).
Just verify that you have not plugged the RCA cables (red, white, yellow) into the "Component" ports. These are the ports on the far left of the TV looking at it from the rear.
Unfortunately, that HDMI converter ships without an AC adapter and says that you must supply power. (That’s how they sell it for $15 instead of around $20.) Hopefully you have something laying around – even a laptop could be used for testing.
Sorry about sounding like a broken record, but does switching the PAL/NTSC switch on the side of the converter do anything?
For the volume, you now need to setup the TV controls with your remote. You did not mention which Roku model you had (Settings/System/About), but from the Roku Home Screen go to Settings/Remotes & Devices/Remotes/Setup Remote for TV control. Then go through the process on screen and see if the Roku can find a compatible code for your TV. (Make sure to turn up the volume using your TV remote, not the Roku remote, so you can hear the music playing when prompted by the process).
Thank you so much for all of your help!
Plugged in correctly. Both channels three and four give no results. You have been very patient & generous with your time. I just haven’t got a clue…
The cables are plugged in correctly. Channels three and four, back to Video give no results. You have been very patient and generous with your time… I have no clue
Apologies, I couldn’t figure out how to edit the photo positions
Is the converter plugged into a working power source? I couldn’t tell from the pictures. And is it set for NTSC?
No worries. Looks like everything hooked up correctly. Now that it is on Video, try unplugging the Roku device from wall power for a few seconds and then plugging it back in. See if something comes on screen.
You would not be the first one to receive a defective device from Amazon, or perhaps this particular converter just does not want to work with your Roku. From its specs, it should work though.
Maybe it is just the image, but do you have the converter powered? There should be a little micro-usb power cable coming off the side of it and I am unable to make that out in your image.
Edit: Seeing that Strega is also asking about the power. I think this may be the issue.
It was not powered. But if I use the ROKU usb cable, the ROKU shuts off. I’m clearly doing something wrong….
Both devices need to be powered.
You need to have all these things plugged in.
1. The converter came with a micro USB power cable. Plug this into an outlet.
2. The Roku also came with a micro USB power adapter. Plug this into an outlet.
3. Of course, plug your TV into an outlet.
You may need another outlet or a power strip for all these plugs. 🙂
Was just looking at the Amazon converter link again.
Does says that needs 5volt, 1amp power supply adapter. (not included) Any cell phone charger adapter will work. This is the same as the Roku device's power adapter (5volt, 1amp).
Thanks for the research, folks! So close!!!!
Everything hooked up to a three plug outlet. Roku is trying to work but everything is wavy
….and double vision
Eliminated the double vision👌🏼
Looks like you are on your way...hopefully. 👍
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Keep in mind with this kind of setup that the video and audio quality is not going to be as good as an HDMI compatible TV, but certainly gives some new life to older TVs. There may be some quirks along the way but at least you should be able to stream from your Roku now.
Did you eliminate the double vision by switching the PAL/NTSC switch or something else? See if moving the converter away from any AC power cords helps with the waviness.
Well….I’m in!!!🙌🏼 But now I need to figure out why I can’t control volume. AND….it’s black & white! Back to the 50’s🤪
And trying to go to live TV I get this black-and-white display
I’m able to get around that… I just need to get back to being able to adjust the volume and color.
Thank you, folks, so very much… Lunch is on me!
Got it! Switched to NTSC from PAL….y’all inspired me!
It’s a ROKU Express Model 3930X
ROKU Home Screen✔️
Settings✔️
Remotes & Devices✔️
Remotes✔️
I see “Setup” just underneath, but only options are to “Add a new remote” and “Add devices”
