Roku Remote Stopped Controlling TV Power and Volume

Help! My Roku remote won’t turn on the TV or control volume anymore! If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. This frustrating issue is more common than you might expect. I’ve experienced it personally on two different Roku setups—one stopped powering the TV on, the other lost volume control.

Fortunately, the fix is quick and easy: run the Roku remote setup wizard to re-pair your remote with your TV.

Why Your Roku Remote Stops Controlling TV Power or Volume

  • TV brand settings reset after a software or firmware update
  • Remote lost pairing with your TV’s IR codes
  • Battery change or power surge may have caused a temporary disconnect

How to Set Up Roku Remote to Control Your TV

  1. Turn on your TV manually using the TV's power button or remote.
  2. Turn on your Roku device using your Roku remote.
  3. Navigate to the following on your Roku home screen:
    • Settings > Remotes & Devices
    • Then select Remotes

    Roku Settings Remotes and Devices - Remotes

  4. Click Set up remote for TV control.
    Setup Remote For TV Control - Roku Remote Pairing
  5. The Roku Setup Wizard will begin:
    • First prompt: “Is music playing?”
      Roku Remote Setup Wizard - Is Music Playing
    • Then: “Has the music stopped playing?”
      Roku Has the Music Stopped Playing
  6. If the setup is successful, you’ll see:

    “Success! Your Roku remote is set up to control this TV’s power & volume.”

    Roku Remote Setup Success

  7. Test your Roku remote:
    • Try adjusting the volume
    • Use the Power button to turn your TV off and back on

Troubleshooting: Roku Remote Not Working, Still?

If the remote still won’t control your TV, try the following:

  • Make sure the correct TV brand was selected during setup.
  • Try new batteries (yes, even if the remote lights up).
  • Switch to another HDMI port on your TV.
  • Restart your Roku device or perform a factory reset if nothing else works.

Final Thoughts on Roku Remote Won't Turn on TV

When your Roku remote loses power or volume control, it’s often due to a minor reset or TV update. Re-running the Roku remote setup wizard to reinitiate Roku remote pairing almost always solves the problem. If you found this guide helpful, share it with someone else who might be stuck staring at a blank screen!