IR blaster for remote control

Having trouble with your remote control's IR blaster? Discover quick solutions to fix it in a minute and regain seamless control over your devices

Fix a Faulty IR Blaster

Make sure  batteries in remote control are fresh, properly inserted. Weak or dead batteries can cause IR blaster to malfunction.

Tip1: Check the batteries

Tip 2: Clean the IR blaster and sensor

Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently clean the IR blaster on your remote control and the IR sensor.

Tip 3: Remove obstacles

Ensure that there are no objects blocking the path between the remote's IR blaster and the device's IR sensor.

Tip 4: Try different angles and distances

Experiment with different angles and distances when pointing the remote at the device. Sometimes adjusting the position can improve the signal reception.

Tip 5: Reset the remote

Some remotes have a reset button or a combination of buttons that can be pressed to reset the device.

Tip 6: Use a smartphone camera test

Open the camera app on your smartphone and point the remote's IR blaster at the camera lens.

Press remote button. If IR blaster works, camera screen shows flickering light. No light? Blaster may be faulty, needs repair/replacement.

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