How To Fix LG TV Remote Control Not Working

Are you experiencing the LG Smart TV remote not working issue? There are several factors that can cause this problem such as a weak remote control battery, remote needs to re-pair, button on the remote is stuck, or even a software glitch. To fix this you will need to perform a series of troubleshooting steps.

LG is a popular consumer electronics brand that’s known for their various high end Smart TVs. The company is one of the first brands to release OLED panel TVs in the market making it one of their most popular lineup. If you are planning to set up a home theater system then you can’t go wrong with an LG Smart TV.

Why is my LG TV not responding to the remote control?

One of the issues that you might experience with your LG Smart TV remote control is when it doesn’t appear to work. Sometimes, only the power button of the remote control may not working. This can be a frustrating experience as you won’t be able to effectively control your LG TV.

Here’s what you need to do to fix LG smart TV remotes.

Solution 1: Try replacing the batteries for the LG TV remote control

The first thing you should consider when your LG TV remote does not work is to assume that the batteries are already drained. To fix this, you should get new batteries. Your LG Magic Remote control will usually use two AA batteries. If possible, try using a rechargeable battery so that you only need to charge this if it gets drained in the future.

Replacing the batteries from the LG Magic Remote control

• Open the battery cover found at the back of the LG TV remote.
• Remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
• Press the power button of the LG Magic Remote for at least 5 seconds to drain any residual power.
• Put in the new batteries.

Make sure to only use new batteries and not old or used batteries. Try not to mix old and new batteries as this will affect the power delivery.

You should check for poor battery contact as this will prevent the LG remote control from being used. Make sure that the battery fits tightly and is making contact with the battery terminals of the remote control.

In case you don’t have any new batteries available at the moment then you can try power cycling the remote by performing these steps.

• Remove the batteries out of your remote.
• Press the power button of the LG remote for at least 5 seconds to drain any residual power.
• Reinsert the batteries.

After replacing the batteries try checking if LG Smart TV remote now works.

Solution 2: Point the LG TV remote directly to the TV sensor

Your LG TV remote control will usually be using an infrared light to communicate with the TV. When using this type of remote, be sure to point it directly at the remote sensor on the LG TV. Make sure that the IR sensor located on the TV has not been covered or obscured. A blocked TV sensor will prevent you from using the remote properly. Make sure that you don’t press more than two remote control buttons at the same time. If you press multiple buttons at once, the remote control might not send an IR signal.

Solution 3: Power cycle your LG TV

One factor that can prevent the LG Smart TV remote control from working is a software glitch. This can be due to the TV’s internal memory being overloaded or the TV’s operating system has crashed. In order to fix this, you just need to power cycle your LG TV.

Power cycle LG Smart TV

Press and hold the power button on the TV for at least 10 seconds.

When the LG TV turns off unplug its power cord from the wall outlet. You will know it is off when the power button lights is no longer lit.

Wait for a minute before plugging the power cord back then turn on the LG TV.

Try to check if the LG remote is not working issue still occurs.

Solution 4: Re-pair LG TV Magic Remote

The LG TV Magic Remote uses the Bluetooth service as a way of communication. Sometimes this remote not working issue is caused by an issue with the connection. To fix this you will need to pair the remote control again.

You must register the Magic Remote Control on your Smart TV when you use it for the first time.

Registering the LG TV remote

Turn on your Smart TV.

Wait for 10 seconds while your Smart TV turns on.

Aim the Magic Remote Control at the Smart TV, and then press the Wheel (OK) button. A message appears after the Magic Remote Control is registered. If the Magic Remote Control does not register, turn your Smart TV off and on again and repeat the registration process.

If you have already previously paired the LG Smart TV remote then try to unpair and pair it again by following these steps.

Pair the remote control

Press and hold the Home button and Settings button on the LG TV Magic remote for 5 seconds.

The LED on the remote control will flash 3 times then stay on.

Try checking if the LG Magic Remote is working.

Solution 5: Get a new remote

There’s a possibility that this problem is already caused by a faulty remote. If you have already performed all of the troubleshooting tips listed above and the issue still persists then you should consider getting a new remote control.

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