Like other smart TV remotes, the Walker TV remote will sometimes stop working for several reasons. The most common issues are drained batteries, physical damage, and signal obstructions. As a result, you can neither turn on the TV nor do you can control the TV. So, before getting the replacement or universal remote or approaching the technician, you shall perform the troubleshooting techniques that might help you to resolve the Walker TV remote not working issue.
Why is Walker’s TV Remote Not Working
If you encounter problems using the Walker TV remote, it may be due to the following reasons.
| SCENARIO | REASONS |
| 1 | If the Walker TV remote has weak or drained batteries |
| 2 | Blockage in the IR signal may stop your remote functioning |
| 3 | A speck of dirt or gunk on the keys of the remote |
| 4 | Any physical damage on your signal or antenna transmitter |
| 5 | Due to some physical damage on the Walker TV remote |
How to Fix Walker TV Remote Not Working
If Walker TV remote is not working, you can rely on the following workarounds to fix the issue.
Replace 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 Walker TV remote
- Insert the new batteries based on the positive and negative terminals, as mentioned.
- Close the battery compartment.
- Now, point the remote towards the TV and check whether the remote works well without any issues.
Clear the Obstructions
An infrared remote generally 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, the remote probably won’t work properly. Ensure that objects like speakers and soundbars are not blocking the TV receiver.
Remove Dirt or Debris
Another reason for the Walker TV not working is because of too much dirt stuck on the remote keys. So, 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.
Power Cycling the Remote
Power cycling is the best way to fix if Walker TV remote 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.
Power Cycle Walker TV
Performing the soft reset might help fix many problems, especially when the remote is not working.
[1] Turn off your Walker TV and unplug the power cable from the socket.
[2] Wait for a few minutes and keep your Walker TV idle.
[3] Plug the cable back into the socket and see if the remote is working properly or not.
Bonus Fixes
If the above-mentioned methods do not help you to fix the problem of the Walker TV remote not working, you can use the third-party Walker TV Remote Control App to control your TV temporarily. If you are not interested in using the remote app, alternatively, you can buy a new remote or universal remote to control your Walker TV.
FAQ
You can use the Physical button located on the TV or download the remote app to control your TV from your Android smartphone.
