Whenever your Roku remote malfunctions, it is advisable to reset it. After that, all the residual charges causing trouble will be removed, and your remote will start functioning without any issues. Since Roku has two types of remotes, the procedure to reset them varies between them, as explained below.
How to Reset Roku Simple Remote
Since the Roku Simple remote doesn’t have a Reset or pairing button, follow the below methods to reset it without one.
- Make sure to switch off your Roku TV or your Roku Streaming Stick.
- Remove batteries from your Roku remote and wait for a few seconds.
- This will remove all the residual charges and reset your remote.
- Now, reinsert those batteries on your Roku remote.
- Then, turn on your Roku device and start controlling it with your remote directly.
How to Reset Roku Enhanced Remote
A Roku Enhanced Remote will have a separate Pairing button for pairing after resetting it.
- Open the Roku Enhanced remote, remove the batteries, and drain all the residual charges.
- Now, turn off the respective Roku device and remove all the wires connected to it, i.e., HDMI, Power Cable, etc.
- Wait for at least 3-5 minutes to reconnect all the cables back to your Roku and turn it on.
- Insert the batteries back into your remote and complete the reset process.
- Then, press and hold the Pairing button on your remote. The status light on your Roku remote will go Green.
- Release the button once you see the Pairing prompt on your TV.
After a successful pairing of the remote and Roku TV, you can start using the remote.
You can choose any of the above methods depending on the model to reset the remote. Moreover, you can also unpair and reset your remote by factory resetting your Roku device. Is your remote still malfunctioning? It’s time for you to share your thoughts in our community forum and get further assistance.
