There is nothing more frustrating than settling in for a relaxing evening of watching your favourite show, only to find that your LG TV remote is not working. Whether it is due to a weak battery or a more serious problem, a non-functional remote can quickly put a damper on your entertainment experience.
In this article, we have discussed the causes of the LG TV remote not working issue and a few ways to help you fix the issue.
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What are the causes of the LG TV remote not working issue?
Below we have mentioned a few possible reasons that might be causing the LG TV remote not working issue.
- The remote’s batteries are drained.
- Problems with the remote’s infrared signal.
- The remote and TV aren’t paired.
- The TV’s receiver is facing issues
How to fix the issue?
If you are unable to use the LG TV remote then we have explained a few ways that might help you resolve the issue.
Check the Batteries
The first and most obvious step in fixing your LG TV remote is to check the batteries. Make sure they are inserted correctly, and that they are not depleted. A quick way to check if the batteries are the issue is to replace them with a fresh set and see if the remote starts working again.
Check the Remote’s Infrared Signal
If the batteries are not the issue, the next step is to check if the remote’s infrared signal is working properly. To do this, use your smartphone camera to view the infrared signal on the remote while pressing a button. If the signal is working properly, you should be able to see the infrared light blinking through the camera lens. If the signal is not working, then the remote may be damaged and require replacement.
Re-pair the Remote and TV
It is possible that the TV might have unpaired the remote for some reason, try pairing the remote again with the TV. To know how to pair the remote with the TV follow the steps below.
- Press and hold the Home and Back button simultaneously for about five seconds.
- Press the OK button.
Clear anything hindering the TV receiver
If anything is blocking the TV receiver, the remote won’t work; try removing anything that you think might be blocking the TV receiver.
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