If you are worried that your Insignia TV remote not working then no need to worried about it. Today we will discuss this topic. Not only in this TV remote, but in all TV remotes, this issue has to be faced at some point or other. like if you have a Samsung tv then the Samsung remote not working, also if you have Vizio TV then sometimes the Vizio remote not working. So let’s know about it briefly.
How to Fix Insignia TV Remote Not Working?
So as you know all the TV remotes have to face some problems and that issue is also solved. So we can also fix the remote issue of this TV through some simple methods:-
Method 1: Check the Remote Batteries
Let me tell you that before taking any step, you should check the battery of your remote once. You can fix it by following the given steps:-
Step 1:
Firstly, turn the remote “Upside down”.
Step 2:
Then, push the remote back cover in the “Arrow direction”.
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Then, remove the remotes batteries.
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After that, change the new batteries correctly if possible.
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And at the end, test your remote by connecting it.
Method 2: OFF and Again ON the TV
This method of OFF and again ON the TV is very simple and through this, you can solve any issue with the TV. Mostly it has been seen that every TV has a power button.
So if your remote is not working then turn OFF the TV with the help of the power button. After that leave the TV OFF for some seconds. If after some time again turn ON the TV. And after that, you need to make sure the TV remote is paired or not.
Method 3: Re-Pair Your Remote
Make sure that another Bluetooth (phone) is not turned on while pairing the remote. Because sometimes while pairing the remote, your Bluetooth gets paired with the TV. Below we will provide the steps:-
Step 1:
First, ON the TV by pressing the “Power Button”.
Step 2:
After that, keep the remote control away from the TV “approx 2 to 3 feet”, and the aim is to interact with both IR sensors.
Step 3:
Then, press and hold the “Return” and “Play/Pause buttons” for 5 seconds.
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After that, wait to complete the “Pairing” process.
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Then you will be able to see that the remote battery icon will appear on the screen, which means your remote and TV are paired perfectly.
Method 4: Reset the Remote
Follow these given steps, that will help you to resolve your Tv issue and also it will help to secure your TV data, follow these given details:-
Step 1:
Press the “Home” button.
Step 2:
Press the “Menu” button three times as you hold the Home button.
Step 3:
Let go of the “Home” button.
Step 4:
Click on the“Menu” button Nine times.
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After that, remove the batteries from the remote.
Step 6:
Try unplugging the TV from the power outlet for 60 seconds.
Method 5: Check for the Stuck Buttons
Many times it happens that if the buttons of the remote are not working then this problem has to be faced.
Therefore, the first thing you must do is to individually test each remote button to see if it can function as intended. If everything is good, you can use alcohol to properly clean your remote after that. Just be sure not to use water, use the remote cleaner.
Method 6: Digital Camera Test
This test will help you to perform whether the infrared on the remote is working. Just follow the given steps below:-
Step 1:
First, unlock your smartphone and turn “ON” your phone camera.
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After that, start aiming the remote at the lens of the camera.
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Then, press the remote “ON” button.
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Then, you can see the Infra-Red eye of the remote should flash on the camera screen to indicate the remote is working.
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If the remote is functional, the problem is with the TV’s remote sensor. However, if it doesn’t, the remote control is broken. Think about replacing the TV remote.
Method 7: Power Cycle Remote
This step helps you to fix the issue of the remote not working. So, need to follow these steps to power cycle the remote:-
Step 1:
First, open the remote battery by following method 1.
Step 2:
Then, remove all the remote batteries.
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After that, need to press and hold the power button for approx 20 seconds.
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Then, re-insert all the remote batteries.
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Check the TV pairing process, and if required then re-pair your remote with the TV.
Method 8: Clear the Cache
Sometimes you just need to clear the cache. So, here below we will provide the steps to clear the cache:-
Step 1:
First, press the Insignia remotes home button 5 times.
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After that, press the “up button” once.
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Then, 2 times press the “Rewind” button.
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After that, press the “forward button” 2 times.
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Then, need to wait some seconds to restart the Insignia TV.
Method 9: Factory Reset
This method is a very common method, but according to the users, it solves this type of issue. So, follow and resolve your TV issue quickly:-
Step 1:
First, you need to go to the “Settings” option.
Step 2:
Then, click on the option of “General”.
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After that, select the “Reset” option, and type your PIN.
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Click on the option of “OK”.
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After that, wait for a few seconds, and your TV will restart automatically.
Method 10: Customer Support
You should also talk to customer support once if none of the methods have worked for you. Maybe he will help you in solving this issue. Any issue related to the TV will definitely help you.
Method 11: Replace the Remote
If none of the methods are working, it means that there is some internal problem with the remote itself. You can see by changing the TV remote. But if none of the methods could correct your error, then you need to replace your remote.
Conclusion
By following the given instructions, you will have solved this problem. And if you need any other help related to this, then feel free to tell us, we can help you in any condition.
