Netflix will not work on the Apple TV if either of these is out of date, your log-in doesn’t work, the app has frozen, the network connection is disrupted, or the Netflix servers are down. These issues are generally fixed by restarting or resetting your Apple TV, modem/router and/or Netflix app.
If your LG TV screen isn’t working, first check that energy-saving mode is switched off, then check any external devices or cables for issues. Ensure the unit is plugged in correctly and that there are no timers set. You should also check that the brightness hasn’t been turned down by mistake.
A Fire TV device that doesn’t load can be fixed by restarting the device, and checking your internet connection. Because your Fire TV stick is ‘always on’ certain apps can freeze or have a fatal error that stops your device from loading. And resetting it will cause it to work again.
As a whole, this is most likely caused by your Fire TV remote going out of range of your Fire TV device. When this happens the remote won’t work and it will unpair from your Fire TV stick. The range where your Fire TV stick will work is within 10 feet (3 meters).
Your internet connection on a Fire TV device may not work because of outdated firmware, incompatible network settings, a disrupted signal, faulty Ethernet cable or because you are logged out of your Amazon account. You should start by restarting all devices, then work through each of these issues.
The Fire TV remote volume will not work if your Fire TV’s ‘Equipment Control’ settings are not set up correctly, you are not using the HDMI-CEC port, the batteries are low or the infrared signal is blocked. In addition, Fire TV remotes made prior to 2018 do not have volume control.
A Fire TV App not loading is caused by an issue with your internet connection or the app itself. To start with you should turn off your Fire TV device and turn it back on again. Then you should clear the cache for the app, and if that still doesn’t work then you should reinstall the app.
If your Apple TV is asking for a password when using AirPlay, this is likely happening because a new update has just occurred. When a new update automatically installs on your Apple TV, it may require you to enter one password to verify the secondary device that you are using for AirPlay. Simply take the device you are trying to connect to AirPlay and input the password that shows up onscreen.
If your Apple TV is asking for a code if this is your first time logging in, simply go to another one of your Apple devices such as an iPad or iPhone and click the notification that should be clicked to receive the code. If it is asking for a code randomly, you may need to disable the two-factor authentication which can be found in the previous section “Apple TV Keeps Asking for Log In.”
To reset the blinking light on your Apple TV, you will open the Settings on your Apple TV then go to System > Reset > then select Reset which will restore your Apple TV back to its factory settings. By taking these steps, your Apple TV should reset, which will cause the blinking light to stop.
If your Apple TV mirroring feature is experiencing video lag, the most common problem is a weak WiFi signal. For the most effective solution, you can plug your Apple TV directly into your router by using an Ethernet cable. This helps to stabilize your connection and oftentimes helps to decrease any interference that your WiFi was previously experiencing, which relayed into a lagged video.
An Apple TV movie rental will only work on two devices at a time. One device can download it, and another device can stream it. If the rental is in use by more than 2 devices at the same time it won’t play on a third device, according to the official Apple support page.
As a general rule, to ensure your Apple TV buffers at the right speed and your movie, TV show, or TV channel plays uninterrupted you need to maximize your internet speed. When the internet is too slow it won’t buffer fast enough, and it will appear on your Apple TV that it’s not buffering.
If your Apple TV app isn’t working on your Samsung TV, firmware updates may be causing the problem. The Apple TV app is also only available on certain Samsung TVs, so if you have an older model, the app won’t load. However, there are workarounds, such as using an Apple TV box, Playstation, or Xbox.
When the menu on your Sony TV isn’t working, try doing a hard reset to restore regular operation. If this doesn’t work, you’ll need to perform a forced factory reset with the assistance of a friend. If the menu is unresponsive to your troubleshooting efforts, contact a Sony representative.
If your Samsung soundbar isn’t working or won’t connect to your TV, consider rebooting your soundbar and TV. Or, you can factory reset your device to remove programs blocking the link. If these steps fail, your device may be incompatible with the soundbar.
If the audio on your Roku device is not working, a hard reset can restore functionality. If that fails, try changing your device’s audio settings to improve the sound quality. Alternatively, if you are using a wired Roku system, you may want to consider replacing the HDMI cord.
When the HDMI port on your LG TV does not function or detect a signal, it is most likely due to a motherboard malfunction. This issue is resolved by purchasing a replacement that supports HDMI functions. Alternatively, you may attempt to restore the television’s capabilities by restarting it.
If your Apple TV remote won’t pair or connect, first check to make sure that the distance between your router and your Apple TV is close enough to ensure a strong signal. If the distance is too far, your remote control will have difficulty finding the signal which will cause it to not pair or connect as it should.
If your LG TV volume adjusts itself or won’t work, try cleaning the remote with isopropyl alcohol, perform a factory reset to override any changes, and update the firmware in the Support menu. The internal TV speakers, app, or external speakers can also cause volume issues.
If your Apple TV is not connecting to the internet via WiFi, always be sure that you are entering the correct WiFi password for your individual network. You can also check to see if the router you have is using MAC address filtering. If this is enabled, on your Apple TV go to Settings > General > About and get the Apple TV’s MAC address. Once you have this address, you will add it to your router’s list.
When your LG TV Wi-Fi is not connecting, turning on, or working, try power cycling your TV and router, updating the TV’s firmware, moving your router closer to your TV, or manually setting the date and time. These straightforward solutions typically solve most issues with LG TV Wi-Fi.
It is normal for a Roku Stick to get warm during use, as this indicates that the device is running, but it should not be hot on a regular basis. To know if your device is at an appropriate temperature, you should be able to touch it comfortably without having to remove your hand. This can easily be determined by placing the back of your hand right over the Roku Stick to see if the temperature is comfortable to your skin.
If you want to unlock all the channels on your Roku TV or Roku device, you will need to download a VPN bypass so that you will no longer be constricted when it comes to content. Beware, not any VPN is a good choice for your TV and you need to download one with strong security to protect your device as well as the information on it. Once you have a VPN installed, you should be able to have access to any channel.
Issues with your LG TV remote can either be hardware issues, your settings, the connection between the remote and TV, or dirt under the buttons. Troubleshooting the remote will fix most issues, but sometimes the TV needs to be reset or the remote needs to be cleaned or replaced.
A Fire TV Cube will flash on your screen if there is a compatibility issue with your TV or your HDMI cable. The device itself can also flash a yellow color, meaning that there is an issue connecting to the internet, a notification or an update required. A solid yellow light means it is overheating.
The Fire TV Cube will not download or install an update due to lack of storage space on the device, a poor internet connection, a VPN in the wrong region, Amazon server failure, an incomplete installation, overheating or firmware glitches. Most of these issues can be resolved with a device reboot.
The Fire TV Cube controls the power to your TV through a direct connection (HDMI-CEC) or via infrared signal. The Fire Cube will automatically turn on your TV when triggered by your voice, notifications, screensaver or by the remote. It can only turn the TV off via the remote or your voice.
The LG Magic Remote may not work if it is not paired properly, has old batteries, a disrupted IR signal or is far away from the TV. If the remote still doesn’t work after it has been reset and re-paired, and all other issues have been corrected, the remote may be defective and need to be replaced.
The LG Smart TV browser was not designed to stream videos and therefore does not support some videos on the internet. Disabling ‘Adaptive Streaming’ may help this issue. It also does not have a large memory capacity, causing it to crash if you don’t regularly unplug the TV or empty the cache.
To enable AirPlay on your Samsung TV, you will go into the settings of your TV first. To do this, navigate to ‘Settings’ > ‘General’ > ‘AirPlay Settings’ > ‘AirPlay’ > and then turn the AirPlay feature ‘On’ if it has not yet been switched on. Once you have done this, your TV will be in a constant mode to be able to mirror whatever you please without having to enable the feature again.
The first thing you should check is to see that the batteries powering the remote are fully charged. The next thing you will need to check is that the IR (infrared) sensor is working correctly, and you can do this by utilizing (pressing) any other button on the remote. If these options do not solve the problem, you will need to hard reset (factory rest) your tv and finally, if that does not fix the problem, you may need to replace the remote due to it being faulty.
As a general rule, the Roku remote finder button won’t make your Roku remote beep if the remote is out of WiFi range, or is out of battery. Your Roku device also needs to be connected to the internet for the remote finder to work. If these are all fine and it doesn’t work, reset your Roku device.
To start with you should check that your internet connection is working correctly. To do that use another device like your smartphone or a laptop to verify the internet is working. After that you should delete your internet connection from your Roku and re-add it.
Android version 9 has lost the ability to utilize this feature, and currently, there is no workaround, so some Sony TVs have lost this capability. What you will need to do if you would like this feature before Sony releases a fix is to roll back your Android version on your TV to a version that supports this feature.