I have just removed cable and gone with Directv using Roku as access media. I have a very large home with an Orbi mess system, two satellite node backhauling. For the TV’s that are not the latest smart, I use Roku 4k. To the point, I also experience the automatic pause by Roku when on the same channel for approximately 3 hours. The screen go dark wvith a message that if wish to continue watching just press “OK” and the program will continue. I thought maybe Directv was the cause and was assured not when talking with. It really bothers me for the interruption, finding the remote and resume watching. I do not ubdedstand Roku’s reason, it serves no purpose. It is just another interfering in my life and freedom like our government. I have tried every way I know to eliminate the pause to no avail. Apple TV will not do that, so junk your Roku and install Apple TV 3rd gen.