Does your Roku device warn you with an error message that “Your device is overheating“? That is most likely because of the continuous usage and overheating of the Roku TV. Before trying to fix that, you can quickly check the temperature of the Roku TV.
After verifying the temperature, you can proceed with the steps provided in this article to fix the overheating issue in no time.
The Signs of the Roku Overheating
You don’t have to frequently check whether your Roku device is getting warm or not. Roku automatically intimates about the overheating problem wherein the White light in the Roku device turns a Solid Red color.
In addition, it sends a warning message to your Roku device, mentioning that “Your device is overheating.” This usually appears at the corner of the screen. With this notification, you can quickly check the temperature of the Roku TV using the procedure below.
How to Check Temperature on Roku
Generally, the Roku’s hidden Secret Menu section has a few notable technical details, such as CPU speed, Temperature, Voltage, IP, Remote, Battery, etc. By accessing this menu, you can easily check the temperature of your Roku TV.
- Grab your Roku remote and press the Home button continuously five times.
- Press the Fast Forward | Play/Pause | Rewind | Play/Pause | Fast Forward buttons once.
- On directing you to the hidden menu, you will be able to notice that the Temperature of the Roku TV is displayed on the top of the screen. Make sure the temperature is between 0 °C to 40 °C.
- If you find it exceeds the limit, follow the recovery steps mentioned below to fix that as soon as possible.
Troubleshooting Tips to Fix the Overheating Issue
The Roku overheating can deteriorate the hardware of the device and even damage it. So here are some of the fixes you can use to fix the Roku overheating.
- If you find your device blistering, then immediately turn off your TV with the remote controller and restart your Roku.
- Roku Streaming stick users can simply remove the device from the TV’s HDMI and plug it in after the device is cooled down. Also, you can connect an HDMI Extender from Amazon to your TV to avoid overheating your Roku device from any nearby heat source.
- You can use a Fan or Air Cooler to cool down your Roku device.
- While cooling your Roku device, make sure to let the device idle for 30 minutes to an hour for best results.
Preventive Measures to Stop Roku From Overheating
Instead of fixing the issue after finding it, there are some measures you can follow to prevent your Roku device from overheating.
- Ensure that your Roku TV is kept away from direct sunlight.
- Do not place your Roku TV inside a closed space or cabinet without any ventilation.
- Clean the Dust and debris from the Roku set-top box/TV to create good ventilation to stop overheating.
- Don’t keep any other electronic devices on top of the Roku TV, such as WiFi boxes/routers, cable boxes, etc.
Upon following the headings above, you can easily check your Roku device temperature and fix it when it gets overheated. After following the procedure, do you still feel your device is overheating after a limited working time? You must contact Roku customer support as soon as possible to resolve the issue.
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