Vu TV Remote Not Working: Causes and DIY Fixes

Like other TV remotes, sometimes the Vu TV remote will stop working due to several reasons. The most common issues are drained batteries, physical damage, and signal obstructions. As a result, you can neither turn on the Vu TV nor do you can control the TV. So, before getting the replacement remote or approaching the technician, you shall perform the troubleshooting techniques that might help you to resolve the issue.

Why is Vu TV Remote Not Working

If Vu TV remote is not responding to button presses, it may be due to the following reasons.

SCENARIO	CAUSES
1	Your remote batteries might be weak or drained completely
2	Any physical damage on your signal or antenna transmitter
3	Due to some physical damage on the Vu TV remote
4	Remote pairing issue or if the TV fails to receive IR signals

DIY Fixes for Vu TV Remote Not Working

If Vu Android TV or Google TV remote is not working, you can rely on the following workarounds to fix the issue.

Check the Remote Batteries

Before proceeding to the advanced steps, the basic thing that you need to check is your remote batteries. Batteries are the primary reason why the remote button presses don’t work. So, check the batteries on your remote and replace the old ones with fresh batteries.

• Remove the batteries from the Vu TV remote
• Insert the new batteries based on the positive and negative terminals, as mentioned.
• Close the battery compartment and turn on the Vu TV.
• Now, point the remote towards the Vu TV and check whether the remote works well without any issues.

Clear the Obstructions

In general, an infrared remote requires a direct line of sight to work. Therefore, you should clear the obstacles placed before the TV and remote. If any obstacles interfere with the path between the remote and the TV, then probably the remote won’t work properly. Make sure that objects like speakers, and soundbars are not blocking the TV receiver.

Remove Dirt or Debris

Another reason for the Vu TV not working is because of too much dirt stuck on the remote keys. So, make sure to clean the LED IR blaster on the remote, as there is a chance the LED IR blaster might get covered with dust particles. You can use a microfiber cloth or a paper towel to clean the outer part of the device. You can also use the cotton swab, tooth picker, or earbuds to clean the dirt in and around the buttons.

Test IR Emitter on the Remote

Make sure that the IR sensor on the remote is working fine. If there is any damage to the IR emitter then the remote will stop working. To check that, open the Camera app on your mobile phone and point the remote’s IR emitter head towards the camera. Press the remote button to know whether you can see the blinking light. If the light blinks, there is no issue with the remote. Else, you should repair the remote or buy a replacement remote.

Note: If Vu Google TV remote is found defective, you can use the Google TV remote app to control Vu TV online from an Android or iPhone.

Pairing the Android TV Remote

Due to the long range, the Vu Android TV’s smart remote may get unpaired without consent. As you are unaware of it, you may think that the remote has some technical issues. If Vu TV Bluetooth remote is not working, you can re-pair the remote to fix the issue.

• Press the Google Assistant button on the Vu TV voice remote.
• It will display the Remote pairing procedure in case the remote is not paired with the TV.
• Press the OK and HOME buttons at a time and ensure it is closer to the TV sensor.
• Once paired, you can see the remote pairing success message on the pop-up.

Now you can start using voice commands by pressing the Google Assistant button and asking anything you like to play on TV.

Power Cycling the Remote

Power cycling is the best way to fix if Vu TV remote home or volume button is not working. This method helps to clear the residual power left inside the remote. Remove the batteries from the remote and keep them aside. Press the Power button on the remote and hold them for 20 seconds. Later, insert the batteries back into the remote and test if it is working without issues.

Contact Vu TV Support

If you can’t fix the issue with the above basic troubleshooting solutions, then the last option is to contact the Vu TV Support Team. You shall even reach out to their customer service and explain the issue you’re facing, and they will help you to find the necessary solution easily. In addition, you can request assistance via WhatsApp or by composing a mail.

Bonus Fixes

If the above-mentioned methods do not help you to fix the problem of the Vu TV remote not working, you can use the official VU TV Remote Control App to control your TV temporarily. If you are not interested in using the remote app, alternatively you can also buy a brand-new remote or universal remote to control your Vu TV.

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