My magic remote will not let me change channels either by directly keying in channel number or by using the up and down channe.

How to change channels on roku tv without remote. You can use the button on back of the tv to turn tv off/on, change volu. Hold on the first button before the button”+” till the led indicator blinks and then lights solid. Go to your tv’s settings and select “system.” pick “advanced system settings.” find “control by mobile app” and set “network access” to “default.” download and launch the roku.

You can use it now if your phone has infra red. Use the directional keypad to highlight the channel you wish to. Tap the home screen on the app remote.

Click the button you want to program (“ +” , for example), the indicator. Press the home button on your roku tv remote. Highlight the settings menu and press ok on the app.

Make sure nothing is obstructing the ir sensor on the front of the tv. Tcl roku tv without remote.