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How to factory reset TCL Roku tv?

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If your TCL Roku TV has system bugs or network connectivity issues, don’t fret! A reset will likely fix all the issues. However, in addition to removing passwords and menu preferences, it will also erase any stored network connection and factory reset TCL Roku TV settings.

Depending on your model of TCL Roku TV, you can reset it using a remote control or without one. However, the steps to follow in resetting the TV will vary depending on which model you have. Read through this guide to see the different ways you can reset your TCL Roku TV.

Reset TCL Roku TV Using a Remote Control

There are two ways you can reset your TCL Roku TV using a remote control. The first method is by using the factory reset option and the second one is by unplugging the power cord of your TV and then plugging it back in.

To do a factory reset, follow these steps:

1. On your Roku remote control, press the home button and scroll down.

2. Choose the system option.

3. Scroll down to the advanced systems settings option and select ‘factory reset’.

4. Select ‘factory reset everything’.

5. Fill in your passcode. If you didn’t change it, the default passcode is ‘1234’. The master passcode is either 0812 or 0423.

6. Then, select the ‘yes’ option to complete the process.

After the process, you’ll notice that all the personal information you used to sign in to the device will be removed. However, if you’re stuck trying to restart the TV using the TCL Roku remote, you’ll need to force reboot the TV or try out other TV remote replacements.

To do a force reboot, follow these steps:

1. Unplug your TV from the power outlet then plug it back in after 30 seconds.

2. Press and hold the power button on your TV for 5 seconds then release it.

3. Your TV will restart and you can now use your TCL Roku TV again.

If you’re still having issues with your TCL Roku TV, you can try using other TV remote replacements such as the GE Universal Remote or the Logitech Harmony Hub.

Reset TCL Roku TV Without a Remote Control

If your Roku remote is not working or you lost it, you can reset your TV without the remote. To do this, you will need to unplug all the cables from the TV, except for the power cord.

Find the reset button on the back or bottom of the TV. Use your finger or a paper clip to push the button for 12 seconds.

While pushing the button, slowly unplug the power cord from the TV. Plug it back into the power source and release the button as soon as you see the startup screen come up on your TV. You will not lose important settings on your TV when you do this.

Reset Your TCL Roku TV Using the Roku Remote App

If you have a smartphone, you can also use the Roku Remote app to reset your TCL Roku TV. Here’s how:

  1. Download and launch the Roku Remote app on your phone.
  2. Connect your phone to the same WiFi network as your TCL Roku TV.
  3. Tap on the device you want to control from the list of available Roku devices.
  4. Press the home button on your phone twice.
  5. Scroll down and select ‘Settings’.
  6. Select ‘Advanced system settings’.
  7. Select ‘Factory reset’.
  8. Select ‘Factory reset everything’.
  9. Enter your passcode when prompted. The default passcode is ‘1234’ unless you changed it. The master passcode is either 0812 or 0423.
  10. Tap on the ‘yes’ option to confirm and start the reset process.

After the process, all your personal information and login credentials will be removed from the device. If you want to sign in again, you will need to set up your TCL Roku TV from scratch.

Reset Your TCL Roku TV Using Remoku.tv Web App

If you don’t have a Roku remote or a smartphone, you can also use the Remoku.tv web app to reset your TCL Roku TV.

  1. Go to remoku.tv on your computer.
  2. Click on the ‘Launch Remote’ button.
  3. Enter the 4-digit code that appears on your TV screen.
  4. Click on the ‘connect’ button.
  5. Click on the home button on the web app.
  6. Hover over the ‘settings’ option and click on it when it appears.
  7. Click on the ‘advanced system settings’ option.
  8. Select ‘factory reset’ from the list of options.
  9. Click on the ‘factory reset everything’ option.
  10. Enter your passcode when prompted. The default passcode is ‘1234’ unless you changed it. The master passcode is either 0812 or 0423.
  11. Click on the ‘yes, reset everything’ button to confirm and start the process.

After the process is complete, all your personal information will be removed from the device. You will need to set up your TCL Roku TV from scratch if you want to use it again.

How To Reset Network Settings on Your TCL Roku TV

If you’re having issues with your TCL Roku TV’s network connection, you can try resetting the network settings. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. Press the Home button on your Roku remote.
  2. Scroll up or down and select ‘Settings’.
  3. Select ‘System’.
  4. Select ‘Advanced system settings’.
  5. Select ‘Network Connection reset’.
  6. Select ‘Reset connection’.

Conclusion

In this article, we showed you how to reset your TCL Roku TV. We also showed you how to reset the network settings if you’re having issues with your TV’s connection. If you have any doubts or questions, feel free to drop them in the comments below. We’ll try to resolve your queries asap.

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