Sometimes remote controls go bad and they simply aren’t ever going to work again. When that happens, it is time to find and purchase a new remote that is made for your specific TV and its features. Sometimes there are other reasons that the remote may not be working altogether or when you try to use certain features. The problem may be as simple as having a switch on the wrong setting. If you have switched TVs and have a new brand, it is important to realize that your new Samsung remote is not going to work the same way that your older Philips remote did. New technology can lead to big changes in TV remotes, from the time you make one TV purchase until the next.
Common Reasons the Remote Doesn’t Work
Sometimes a remote that seems completely broken isn’t working for one of a few simple reasons. These include:
- Dead Batteries – Sometimes one or more functions may continue to work, even though there isn’t enough power left in the batteries to make it fully operational. Even if your remote has a low battery alert, you may start experiencing problems before the remote recognizes the problem. Try a fresh set of batteries to see if that solves the problem.
- Interference with the Signal – Pointing the remote at the TV and expecting a response becomes natural to us, over time. Setting a potted plant or box in front of the receiver may not seem like a problem, but it is. Make sure there is a clear path between the remote and the receptor on your TV or satellite.
- Incorrectly Programmed or Not Programmed at All – When you get a new TV or other device that works with the TV, you will have to program the remote, either for the first time or all over again. Check the operation with each component to determine which areas still need to be programmed.
- Remote Is in Battery Saving Mode – Depending on the type and age of remote you have, there may be a battery saving mode that you triggered without realizing it. If there is an SAT button, press it to release the lock.
If you find that your remote still doesn’t work after trying these troubleshooting ideas, it is time to order a replacement. Call us at 1-855-573-6683 to place your order.