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SStantonsmith-3
Newbie
5 years ago
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Whistling noise from remote

I bought our Roku a month ago. The remote stopped working so I changed the batteries. Now, the remote makes a very loud whistling sound every few minutes. I changed the batteries again and paired the remote with the tv again, it is still making the noise.

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  • RokuDanny-R's avatar
    RokuDanny-R
    5 years ago

    Savannahhx Joshua2 

    Thanks for the posts.

    Please send me a PM (private message) with your Roku account email address, and include the serial number of the Roku device from Settings>System>About along with a summary of the issue you are experiencing. I'll be able to assist you further from there.

     

    Thanks,
    Danny

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  • makaiguy's avatar
    makaiguy
    Community Streaming Expert
    5 years ago

    Is this a model that includes a remote finder button on top?   None of my Rokus have this feature so I don't know what sort of noise the finder makes by default (although I've read it can be changed), or whether the noise it makes is continuous or intermittent.  If have one of these models, see if there us something depressing the button, or if the button is stuck in the depressed position.

    More info on the remote finder: https://support.roku.com/article/211865427

  • RokuDanny-R's avatar
    RokuDanny-R
    Retired Moderator
    5 years ago

    SStantonsmith-3 

    Thanks for the post.

    Please send me a PM with your Roku account email address, and include the serial number of the Roku device from Settings>System>About along with a summary of the issue you are experiencing. I'll be able to assist you further from there.

     

    Thanks,
    Danny

    • Joshua2's avatar
      Joshua2
      Newbie
      5 years ago

      Hello,

      My remote is doing the same thing and I just replaced it a month ago. How can I get this fixed?

      • Savannahhx's avatar
        Savannahhx
        Newbie
        5 years ago

        I’ve removed the batteries, I’ve tried to sync it, removed the power from the little roku box. Nothing is working at all. I can use my phone as a remote but it’s getting old! I paid $20 for this remote just a few months ago and it’s not working. It’s one of those voice remotes as well. My son had broke the one that originally came with it, that’s why we bought another one. 

    • Tsudd01's avatar
      Tsudd01
      Reel Rookie
      5 years ago

      My remote is making a whistling noise and I can’t stop it. How do I fix this!?

      • RokuDanny-R's avatar
        RokuDanny-R
        Retired Moderator
        5 years ago

        Tsudd01 

        Thanks for the post.

        Please send me a PM (private message) with your Roku account email address, and include the serial number of the Roku device from Settings>System>About along with a summary of the issue you are experiencing. I'll be able to assist you further from there.

         

        Thanks,
        Danny

  • Egayle's avatar
    Egayle
    Newbie
    5 years ago

    My roku remote stopped working and is making a whistling sound. I've tried changing the batteries and resetting device , still nothing. I havent had this very long , what can I do?

    • RokuDanny-R's avatar
      RokuDanny-R
      Retired Moderator
      5 years ago

      Egayle 

      Thanks for the post.

      As stated in my previous post, please send me a PM with your Roku account email address, and include the serial number of the Roku device from Settings>System>About along with a summary of the issue you are experiencing. I'll be able to assist you further from there.

       

      Thanks,
      Danny

      • Povs31's avatar
        Povs31
        Newbie
        5 years ago

        My remote stopped working and now makes a squeaking noise. Have tried different batteries, and re-pairing the remote — I can’t even get a light to show on the back of the remote. Help?

  • Jlhein's avatar
    Jlhein
    Newbie
    5 years ago

    My roku remote is making the whistling noise and won’t work. Tried new batteries with no luck. Any solutions?

    • RokuDanny-R's avatar
      RokuDanny-R
      Retired Moderator
      5 years ago

      Jlhein

      Thanks for the post.

      I have responded to the PM that you sent me and will continue to assist you from there.


      Thanks,
      Danny

  • mtclimber03's avatar
    mtclimber03
    Newbie
    5 years ago

    I have the same issue with a Roku stick remote. I just identified the high pitch as coming from the remote. Interestingly...lately the device (not the remote) has also been throwing the overheated warning quite often even with using an HDMI extender. I'm wondering if the whole product is entering the end of life? RokuDanny-R can you help?

    • RokuMary-F's avatar
      RokuMary-F
      Community Moderator
      5 years ago

      Hi mtclimber03,

      Thanks for posting in the Roku Community! I'd be happy to take a closer look to see how we can help.

      Could you please provide the serial number of your Roku device by going to Settings > System > About.

      Please be aware that it's fairly normal for your device to get warm during use, but if you are seeing a message on the screen mentioning overheating, there are a few things you can do to help.
      For more information visit our Support page here: What should I do if the red light is on or I see a “Your ...
      I'd recommend ordering a free HDMI extender at https://my.roku.com/HDMI and seeing if that resolved your issue.

      Please keep us posted.

      Thanks,

      Mary

       

  • Chadpiet's avatar
    Chadpiet
    Newbie
    4 years ago

    Roku remote making high pitched ringing sound and goes through batteries extremely fast.

    • Krislum1's avatar
      Krislum1
      Reel Rookie
      4 years ago

      My remote began to fail and then suddenly started to emit a low humming noise. I changed batteries and the remote doesn't work but still hums. System is 2 years old. Other room remote has started to hum also. What gives? 

      • RokuDanny-R's avatar
        RokuDanny-R
        Retired Moderator
        4 years ago

        Krislum1 Chadpiet musicislove

        Thanks for the posts.

        Can you please provide the serial number of your Roku device from Settings>System>About? I'll be able to assist you further from there.

         

        Thanks,
        Danny

    • musicislove's avatar
      musicislove
      Streaming Star
      4 years ago

      I noticed a high piched sound when I paused a show using the remote.

      So I hit play and then paused again and sound went away. 

      Hmmmm, interesting ...........please post more as you figure something else because these forums are a good resourse to assist US in troubleshooting.